One Tired Teacher
219 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsTeachers have important things to say and share about teaching, life, teaching, and learning. A podcast for teachers brings you the stories and inspiration behind the scenes from classrooms around the globe. Honest conversations about teacher tired and passion-filled teaching allow educators to speak their truth on the trials and treasures of being a teacher.
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91: A Teacher's Perspective on the New Normal
August 27, 2020 10:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MB91: A Teacher's Perspective on the New Normal Teaching during a pandemic is difficult. It comes with many challenges such as public criticism, concerns over health and safety, teaching barriers, and pure exhaustion. Today I share my own perspective on what it means to teach during this new normal. What can we do to move forward? Take care of yourself. Get the proper rest you need, set boundaries, leave on time, stop judging one another, strive for a win-win, make connections with others, ...
90: 5 Reasons to Teach Digital Citizenship
August 20, 2020 10:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MB90: 5 Reasons to Teach Digital Citizenship Building a community of students that treat one another like family is part of a normal start-up during back-to-school time. During this time of distance learning and blended learning, it is now more important than ever to teach children how to be responsible digital citizens. I hope you will join me as I share the 5 reasons why teaching digital citizenship is so important. I hope you stick around. Links Mentioned in the Show: Virtual Open Hou...
89: How to Plan a Virtual Open House Meet the Teacher
August 13, 2020 10:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MB89: How to Plan a Virtual Open House Meet the Teacher During this time of social distancing, many schools are going online with their open house. In this episode, I talk all about what you need to keep in mind to hold a virtual meet the teacher. I hope you stick around. Whether you are going back to school full-time face-to-face, hybrid, or virtually, you will most likely need to do a virtual open house. Why not have everything all thought out in advance? Hopefully, this episode will hel...
88: Problem Solving in the Math Classroom
August 06, 2020 10:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MB88: Problem Solving in the Math Classroom Today Meg Anderson from The Teacher Studio talks all about the power of problem-solving in the math classroom. Students often struggle in the area of problem-solving. Their go-to response is- I don’t get it. So how can we get them to stop and create a mental image and push through with critical problem-solving skills? Tune in to find out how we can get kids to start solving problems on their own. Links Mentioned in the Show: Meg Anderson from th...
87: The Power of Integrating Writing Into Science AND Science on a Budget
July 30, 2020 10:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MB87: The Power of Integrating Writing Into Science AND Science on a Budget Integrating content areas into the ELA block allows more science to be taught to students using valuable skills such as writing. That still leaves teachers with hands-on science activities to accomplish. How can you include all the materials you need? That's where science on a budget comes in. Today is part two of last week’s episode with Kristin Muse from Samson’s Shoppe. Today we talk all about science and writing ...
86- Three Spectacular Tech Tools for Remote Learning
July 23, 2020 10:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB86- Three Spectacular Tech Tools for Remote Learning Kristin and I met in a presenter group for Whole Teacher EclecticCon that begins July 27th. After listening to Kristin’s session titles you are going to want to join us! Click here to join WTE. Kristin is a teacher from New York who shares her passion for technology and science. Kristin shares some excellent tools to take with us into remote or distance learning. I hope you stick around. Links Mentioned in the Show: Edpuzzle Insert Le...
85-Increasing Social and Emotional Learning Through STEM
July 16, 2020 10:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MB85-Increasing Social and Emotional Learning Through STEM The social and emotional components in learning are such an important part of the whole child. Today Claire Meschkat from Vivify STEM and I sit down to talk about how to cover these important SEL elements through STEM instruction. I hope you will join us. Highlights from the Show: So I think the thing that I've learned is that with STEM, like in my background, I love space exploration and figuring out how airplanes fly and all that...
84: How to Add More Science Into Your Online or Physical Classroom
July 09, 2020 10:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MB84: How to Add More Science Into Your Online or Physical Classroom Welcome to One tire teacher, Episode 84- How to Add More Science Into Your Online or Physical Classroom with Rene Heinrich. I'm excited today to have Renee on the show. She is a wealth of information. She is coming from the store Science schoolyard. So Renee does a lot of focusing on science. She is very passionate about science. I love to talk to people that are passionate about the subject in which they are speaking. It's ...
83: How to Engage Students Online and How to Ensure Equal Access
July 02, 2020 10:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MB83: How to Engage Students Online and How to Ensure Equal Access Today I sit down with Brian from the dynamic duo Wise Guys. Brian and I talk about how to engage students while online with connections, games, fun technology, and more. We also have a great discussion about the importance of providing equal access to education for all students. I hope you will join us. Key Moments in the Show: Kids aren't a test score. Kids are not based on assessments. Kids are creative. Kids are unique,...
82: The Magic of Hands-On Integrated Units in the Classroom
June 25, 2020 10:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MB82: The Magic of Hands-On Integrated Units in the Classroom Today I have a special guest Amy Mezni from Teaching Ideas 4U. And we are going to talk all about the magic of hands-on integrated units. Hope you stick around. I met Amy because we both are presenting at Whole teacher Eclecticcon 2020, which takes place at the end of July. July 27 Is the start date. This conference is going to be an amazing experience. It is focused on the whole teacher and all parts of teaching. We very often...
81: 5 Big Benefits of Using Podcasts in the Classroom
June 18, 2020 10:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MB81: 5 Big Benefits of Using Podcasts in the Classroom Podcasts are a great piece of technology that you can incorporate into your blended learning environment. Podcasts are engaging and informative in the physical classroom as well as online from a distance. I hope you will join me today as I discuss the 5 benefits of using podcasts in the classroom. Links Mentioned In the Show: 80: Black Lives Matter Movement in Education Whole Teacher EclecticCon 2020 Bundle: Mysteries (Genre) Unit of ...
80: Black Lives Matter Movement in Education
June 11, 2020 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MBToday's show is uncomfortable. It is in the uncomfortable that we will disrupt white fragility and increase our capacity to sustain the discomfort of not knowing. I hope you will join me. I know for me I want to do and be better in terms of being anti-racist. It isn’t enough to not be a racist. I need to be anti-racist. We don’t have to be a racist to benefit from the system of racism. This is a hard conversation, but one that must occur to eliminate barriers for our students of color. I k...
79: Flipgrid 101
May 28, 2020 10:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MB79 Flipgrid 101 Fllipgrid is a free video response platform that allows kids to show what they know through a video. Flipgrid makes it fun and engaging. I hope you will join me. Links Mentioned in the Show: Flipgrid 78: Adding Flipgrid to Your Distance Learning Strategy Subscribe and Review: Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don’t want you to miss an episode. I’m adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the mix and if you’re not sub...
79 Flipgrid 101
May 28, 2020 10:00 - 41.7 MB79 Flipgrid 101 Fllipgrid is a free video response platform that allows kids to show what they know through a video. Flipgrid makes it fun and engaging. I hope you will join me. Links Mentioned in the Show:
78: Adding Flipgrid to Your Distance Learning Strategy
May 21, 2020 10:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MB78: Adding Flipgrid to Your Distance Learning Strategy Flipgrid is a FREE video response platform where educators can have online video discussions with their students and is a powerful platform for which to engage kids and offer alternative options for showing what you know. Today I talk all about Flipgrid and the power behind the video. Links Mentioned in the Show: Flipgrid 77: End of the Year Distance Learning Activities Would You Rather Digital Game Digital Exit Tickets for ELA Su...
77: End of the Year Distance Learning Activities to Excite Your Students
May 14, 2020 10:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MB77: End of the Year Distance Learning Activities to Excite Your Students The end of the year in the classroom can be stressful. Add distance learning to the mix and watch out! Today we talk all about ways to keep your students engaged, learning, and coming back for more. I hope you will join me. Links Mentioned in the Show: 7 Ways to Survive and Thrive at the End of The School Year A to Z Countdown to Summer for Distance Learning Would you Rather On-Line Game End-of-the-Year Distance Le...
76: The Biggest Takeaways From STEM Con 2020
May 07, 2020 10:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MB76: The Biggest Takeaways From STEM Con 2020 Over 4,000 educators came together to learn and grow around STEM education. The result was motivated, enthusiastic, inspired teachers ready to make a change in education! Links Mentioned in the Show: STEM Con 2020 Second Chance 72: All Things STEM With Kerry Tracy 73: Distance Learning, STEM, and Educational Reform Dr. Yen Verhoeven 74: The T in STEM with Anita Goodwin Makerspace Moment in Literature STEM Units of Study Grade 2 Elementary...
75: Virtual Classroom Management
April 30, 2020 10:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MB75-Virtual Classroom Management An e-learning environment can be a shift for teachers who are used to a traditional classroom setting. Yet, there are some things that we need in both- classroom management. I hope you will join Leslie Dunn and myself as we talk about virtual procedures and routines. Links Mentioned in the Show: Gratitude Journal for Kids for Distance Learning Would You Rather (Team Building) For Distance Learning Attention Getters by Leslie Dunn (Teaching Dunn Simply) I...
74: The T in STEM
April 23, 2020 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MB74: The T in STEM Today we are talking all about the T (technology) in STEM. So much fun! Anita Goodwin and I sit down and talk about the power of integrating meaningful technology. Anita Goodwin on Instagram Goodwinnovate on Facebook Goodwinnovate on Twitter Goodwinnovate on Pinterest Goodwinnovate Anita Goodwin on TpT Podcast Response Mega Bundle by Trina Deboree STEM Con 2020 Subscribe and Review: Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do t...
73: Distance Learning, STEM, and Educational Reform
April 16, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 44.6 MB73: Distance Learning, STEM, and Educational Reform This powerful episode discusses the significance of knowing the difference between distance learning and in-school learning as well as the importance of teaching STEM through either platform and how all of this thinking can and should lead to the realization that we need to knock it all down and build something new and extraordinary. Join Dr. Yen Verhoeven and I as we discuss these three important subjects. Links Mentioned in the Show: S...
72: All Things STEM
April 10, 2020 13:49 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MB72: All Things STEM The world of STEM is exciting and engaging for students and teachers alike. Today Kerry Tracy sits down with me and talks all things STEM. We also discuss the super exciting STEM Con 2020. I hope you will join us. Links Mentioned in the Show: Kerry Tracy on TpT Kerry Tracy on YouTube- Feel Good Teaching Stemchallenges.com Makerspace Moments in Literature STEM Units of Study for Second Grade STEM Con 2020 Subscribe and Review: Are you subscribed to my podcast? I...
71: Distance Learning: What are the Trials and Treasures?
April 02, 2020 10:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MB71: Distance Learning: What are the Trials and Treasures? The best/worst thing all at once is it shows how American teachers and students can turn on a dime and revolutionize education delivery in A WEEK! Wow! We have adapted so quickly so that is the best! Teachers have come together and worked to make creative solutions! The hard part is we did it without budgets, training, or materials. This is a tremendous amount of stress on teachers and students Links Mentioned in the Show: 18: One ...
70: Remote Learning Suggestions
March 26, 2020 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MB70: Remote Learning Suggestions Today we are talking about tips and strategies for distance learning, remote learning, e-learning or whatever you call this time in history where teachers are asked to teach from home. We are all in this together, and we will persevere. I hope you will join me. Links Mentioned in the Show: Week-long plan for E-Learning 2nd grade At home Section of my website for Read Alouds Distance Learning Section of my Store on TpT Gaming devices - how to get on Xbox...
69: Coronavirus and Distance Learning
March 19, 2020 10:00 - 12 minutes - 8.39 MBThe Coronavirus is causing schools to shut down and put learning on-line. Teachers are scrambling to put together plans for weeks of distance learning and hoping to keep their kids and families healthy. In order to help teachers make the transition a little easier to e-learning, I have created a week of plans for second-grade teachers that are available in my store on TpT for FREE. I hope this helps just a bit. I have also gathered some great digital resources, as well. Grab that below. Li...
68: Emergency Sub Plans and Germs
March 12, 2020 10:00 - 6 minutes - 4.55 MB68: Emergency Sub Plans and Germs When you just can’t make it into work, having an emergency set of sub plans is the answer to a prayer! At my school, we were required to have a week’s worth of sub plans. I couldn’t be happier to have 2 sets! That took me through all 10 of my sick days. And you never know when you need them! And since it is that time of year where yes I am sick, I thought you might be interested in my little reader- Germs, Germs, Germs: A Problem With Germs. Here’s to YOU ...
67: A Closer Look At Standards-Based Grading
March 05, 2020 11:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBStandards-based grading and standards-based report cards can be a complete shift from taking grades for primary teachers. I know when we first started doing standards-based grades my team of second-grade teachers and I had to have a lot of discussion around what this would look like. We were no longer taking an average. We were monitoring how well our students were moving along in the standard. Today I sit down with a third-grade teacher Erin Julius from South Dakota to get her take on al t...
66: Google Classroom With Bethany Rodgers
February 27, 2020 11:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MB66: Google Classroom With Bethany Rodgers Today I sit down with 6 grade ELA teacher, Bethany Rodgers as she shares loads of tips for using Google and Google Classroom. Talk about a highly engaging environment! You will definitely need to take notes during this episode. Bethany shares so many Google strategies and ways to integrate technology in a meaningful way. I hope you stick around. Links Mentioned in the Show: Every Kid Needs a Champion TED Talk by Rita Pierson Mrs. Rodgers’ ELA C...
65: Stories From Podcasting School for Teachers
February 20, 2020 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MB65: Stories From Podcasting School for Teachers Educators share their success stories about podcasting in the classroom and utilizing podcasts to share content with students. Podcasting School for Teachers was a live training that was shared on February 17th. Educators from a variety of levels joined to hear how to implement podcasts and podcasting into their classrooms. Today we talk about the take-aways from this training. I hope you will join me. From creating podcasts with 2nd graders ...
64: 5 Tips for Using Podcasts in Your Classroom
February 13, 2020 11:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBToday we will talk all about the most practical and engaging application of having technology in the classroom being the ability to empower your students to take charge of their learning by using podcasting in the classroom. I hope you stick around. Links Mentioned in the Show: Podcasting School for Teachers Virtual PD 61: 3 Powerful Reasons Why Teachers Should Be Podcasting 62: 3 Ways to Increase Engagement in the Classroom With Podcasting 63: Podcasting for Teachers: Where Do I Start?...
63: Podcasting for Teachers: Where Do I Start?
February 06, 2020 11:00 - 23 minutes - 15.8 MB63: Podcasting for Teachers: Where Do I Start? Integrating meaningful technology that enhances your instruction can sometimes be difficult to find. Podcasts and podcasting can be the very tool you need to cover standards, integrate technology, motivate learners, and get kids thinking and learning! Today I talk all about the first steps teachers take to get their students creating podcast episodes that share what they know and utilize standards and meaningful technology to cover content, of...
62: 3 Ways to Increase Engagement in the Classroom With Podcasting
January 30, 2020 11:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBToday we discuss the ways that podcasting can be used to engage students in the classroom. Getting students to participate can be difficult at times. Teachers are continually competing with the fast pace of video games and instant gratification that exists in our world today. That's why podcasting can be such a useful tool to grab the attention of your students. I hope you stick around. Links Mentioned in the Show: One Tired Teacher Facebook Group Makerspace Thinking and Learning Facebook...
61: 3 Powerful Reasons Why Teachers Should Be Podcasting
January 23, 2020 11:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBPodcasting is such a powerful medium on which to share your message. So why not put that in the hands of kids? Kids these days are constantly sharing their messages on social media. Yet, our children are feeling heard less and less. Why not give them a platform to speak up and be heard? Today on the show I will share 3 powerful reasons teachers should be utilizing podcasts in their classroom. Whether you are finding or recording podcasts, you have the opportunity to engage your kids! Links...
60: How Teachers Can Make Smart Moves With Money
January 16, 2020 11:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MB60: How Teachers Can Make Smart Moves With Money Teachers don't go into teaching for the money. In fact, we often know there won't be a lot of that. So how do we not only survive a teacher's salary but thrive instead? Today Rob Phelan from Fi Educator and I sit down and have some hard conversations about money. I only wish I had this conversation 20 years ago! I hope you will join us. Links Mentioned in the Show: The Simple StartUp: A Beginner’s Guide To Starting Your Own Business Choose...
59: OTT: Implementing New Habits in the Classroom for the New Year
January 09, 2020 11:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBImplementing New Habits in the Classroom for the New Year Today we will be talking about the power of habit building and the impact habits can have on your results. We will talk about an excellent book titled Atomic Habits by James Clear. You will find that just a 1% change can have a compounded interest on your desired result. I hope you'll join me. Creating new habits in the classroom can be just as beneficial as they are in your personal goals. Surprisingly, it only takes a small amount...
58: 5 Blissful Ideas to Make This Holiday Spectacular for Teachers
December 19, 2019 11:00 - 14 minutes - 9.92 MBWelcome to One Tired Teacher Episode 58: 5 Blissful Ideas to Make This Holiday Spectacular for Teachers. Today we are focusing on our holiday mindset. So often teachers go from frazzled hectic classrooms right before Christmas to frazzle hectic holiday households. So today let’s talk about 5 blissful ideas to help make your holiday spectacular and get you in the holiday mindset. I hope you will stick around! Blissful Idea #1: Leave Your Work at School! Blissful Idea #2: You are Not Alone a...
57: Christmas Around the World in the Classroom
December 12, 2019 11:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB57: Christmas Around the World in the Classroom Welcome to One Tired Teacher episode 57: Christmas Around the World in the Classroom. You can probably tell from all the Christmas decor that Christmas is just around the corner. And if by chance you are traveling to work with blinders on I’m 100% positive you can feel it in the energy in your classroom. Today we are going to talk about taking a cultural adventure through 7 different countries to ensure learning, high engagement, and holiday ...
56- Hands-On Christmas Science
December 05, 2019 11:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBHands-On Christmas Science Today we are focusing on getting our students to love learning and science at a time of year when they just want to play and open presents! In this engaging activity, they can feel like they are playing, opening presents, and learning all about solids, liquids, and gases. Grab my Christmas science freebie below. Enjoy! Links Mentioned in the Show: How to Guarantee Survival the Weeks Before Christmas Vacation Blog One Tired Teacher: Episode 4: Surviving the Wee...
55: Happy Thanksgiving!
November 28, 2019 11:00 - 7 minutes - 5.13 MBFrom One Tired Teacher, Happy Thanksgiving! Subscribe and Review: Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don’t want you to miss an episode. I’m adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the mix and if you’re not subscribed there’s a good chance you’ll miss out on those. Click here for iTunes. Now if you’re feeling extra loving, I would be really grateful if you left me a review over on iTunes, too. Those reviews help other people find my ...
54: Happy Birthday One Tired Teacher!
November 21, 2019 11:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBCelebrating one year of One Tired Teacher. Links Mentioned in the Show: 01: One Tired Teacher: An Introduction to One Tired Teacher 02: One Tired Teacher: Building Student Rapport 03: One Tired Teacher: The Tired of ESE 05: One Tired Teacher: An Administrator's Impact on School Culture 08: One Tired Teacher Team Rapport: The Power of Team Work 13: One Tired Teacher: Growth Mindset 15: One Tired Teacher: Engaging Students With Chris Kesler 18: One Tired Teacher: Integrating Technolog...
53: 7 Excellent Thanksgiving Books That Every Kid Will Love
November 14, 2019 11:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB7 Excellent Thanksgiving Books That Every Kid Will Love Fall is in the air! Well, actually not here in Florida. Fall doesn't come until the end of December. LOL What I do love here in my home state is that we get the entire week off at Thanksgiving. When I first started teaching, we only got 4 days off. It was so hard to get everything done! {Cry me a river, right?!} So here we are for fall. And this week I am trying to give you some Thanksgiving ideas well in advance. So I hope you will ...
52: 8 Mindful Tips for Teaching Children Gratitude
November 07, 2019 11:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB8 Mindful Tips for Teaching Children Gratitude Gratitude is a practice. It results in positive thinking. In a difficult time and world, the one true factor that can make the most impact is exercising gratitude. It is complex, yet very simple. The cause of resentment and poor behavior is a direct result of feeling undervalued, not worthy, not heard, and not cared about. When we focus on the things in which we do value and are the most grateful for, we can change resentment into gratitude and...
51: How Teachers Survive Halloween!
October 31, 2019 10:00 - 11 minutes - 8.09 MBHalloween is one of the major celebrations that kids love! I mean what kid doesn’t love candy and to dress up as their favorite character or person?! But man can it be rough on the teacher! I recently posed a question in a few Facebook groups I am in for elementary school teachers. I asked them how they survive Halloween. The results were pretty funny and some were quite brilliant! I hope you will take a listen. Subscribe and Review: Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I wan...
50: 7 Sensational Halloween Books Kids Will Love
October 24, 2019 10:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MB7 Sensational Halloween Books Kids Will Love It’s that time of year! Time for spooky and silly, candy and dressing up. Halloween can be super fun in the elementary classroom or it can be a hot mess. Either way, here are some great books and Makerspace Moments in Literature to get your spook on! Want to read about this instead? Click here. Links Mentioned in the Show: I Need My Monster by Amanda Noll Makerspace Moment in Literature for I Need My Monster
49: Should Teachers Consider Shifting Their Mindset Around Behavior?
October 17, 2019 10:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBBeing a teacher can be so difficult, especially when it comes to behavior problems. Kids throwing tables and chairs and acting aggressively has increased significantly in the past five years. Sadly, we are seeing a dramatic increase in younger children who exhibit these behaviors, as well. So what is a teacher to do? That is the question. How can teachers teach when they are continually being interrupted by one behavior issue after another? One of the critical ingredients for fixing the be...
48: How to Avoid Behavior Issues with a Soft Opener
October 10, 2019 10:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBHow to Avoid Behavior Behavior Issues with a Soft Opener What is a soft opener? A soft opener is an easy transition into the school day. This unique start to the day allows kids to come in and make some choices about how they want to start their school day. The choices range from reading to drawing, to STEM activities, and more. Talk about an eliminator of behavior issues! Alyssa Young is a second-grade teacher from New Jersey and she shares her incredible teaching choices and how she util...
47 How to Handle Behavior Issues in the Classroom
October 03, 2019 10:00 - 48 minutes - 33 MBHow to Handle Behavior Issues in the Classroom On today’s show, I have expert ESE resource teacher, Nichole Maas talking all about behavior and how to proactively manage the classroom and provide tools for ALL children to learn and co-exist. Nichole is a wealth of information and has the most incredible heart for children. I hope you will join us as we talk about behavior, classroom management, building rapport, and helping children find their best selves. Links Mentioned in the Show: Co...
46 How to Make Social and Emotional Learning a Priority
September 26, 2019 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBMaking Social and Emotional Learning a Priority Is a Proactive Response to Behavior Mary Anne and I spoke several months ago about a very important topic- social-emotional learning. Our conversation was very special to me, as Mary Anne shares her raw uncensored responses to teaching, learning, and her very first steps into the world of being a teacherpreneur. (I chose to do very little editing. Mary Anne worked very hard to move past the language barrier. But I love her sweet way of trying ...
45: OTT: The First Step in Behavior Management: Building Rapport Part Two
September 19, 2019 10:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBThe First Step in Behavior Management: Building Rapport Part Two This week we are continuing the conversation on classroom management with a focus on proactively building rapport. In the next few weeks we will cover classroom management, behavior management, and discipline. We will cover it all! It’s a tough topic for many teachers. We are seeing more and more behavior issues in our schools, and they are even leading to some life and death events. How can we be part of the solution and not...
44: OTT: The First Step in Behavior Management: Building Rapport Part One
September 12, 2019 10:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBThe First Step in Behavior Management: Building Rapport Part One This week we are jumping into classroom management, building rapport, behavior management, and discipline. We will cover it all! It’s a tough topic for many teachers. We are seeing more and more behavior issues in our schools, and they are even leading to some life and death events. How can we be part of the solution and not part of the problem? That is the main question we will answer over the next month or so. I hope you wi...
43: OTT: First Week Activities for Back-to-School
September 05, 2019 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBFirst Week Activities for Back-to-School Now if getting ready for school was really as easy as listening to 5 podcasts life as an educator would be so much better! Let's get real. You and I both know it isn't. We know that it takes more than the time given us to get everything all set. Most teachers I know have to go back weeks before school actually begins. It's a lot to ask, and we are often not thanked for doing it. So I want to say on behalf of children across the world- THANK YOU! Than...