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15 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratings

This is a podcast for Uvalde CISD teachers and friends. The purpose of this podcast is to bring attention to the topics that impact students the most through authentic experiences and conversation.

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Episodes

Transitioning to Canvas w/ GCISD | Season 2, Episode 5

April 01, 2022 20:49 - 41 minutes - 57 MB

In this episode, Natalie and Margaret discuss transitioning to Canvas with Digital Learning Coaches from Grapevine-Colleyville ISD.  Episode Resources: Canvas Accounts Announcement: https://www.smore.com/us654 Follow Karsyn and Taylor on Twitter: @TechCoachTaylor @karsyn_jackson UCISD Canvas Academy Training Course: https://uvaldecisd.instructure.com/courses/2865 UCISD Summer Safari 2022: ucisd.me/USafari22 Follow us! @litUCISD @natariastx @tarski_margaret

Fostering Positive Relationships | Season 2, Episode 4

January 31, 2022 22:55 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB

In this episode, Natalie and Margaret discuss the topic of Fostering Positive Relationships using inspiration from the late Rita Pierson. Episode Resources: Rita Pierson Ted Talk: youtube.com/watch?v=SFnMTHhKdkw Edutopia Article: https://www.edutopia.org/article/6-strategies-building-better-student-relationships Margaret's Edutopia Article: https://www.edutopia.org/article/implementing-blended-learning-pre-k-students UCISD Digital Tools Page: https://ucisd.me/3eDy6X1 Link to Teacher Le...

Circle of Control | Season 2, Episode 3

January 17, 2022 18:00 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MB

In this episode, Natalie and Margaret discuss the topic of Circle of Control. Episode Resources: Royce & Associates Article: “What Covey Taught me About the Circle of Influence Enneagram Personality Test: https://www.eclecticenergies.com/enneagram/dotest Follow @mirabellecreations on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mirabellecreations UCISD Digital Tools Page: https://ucisd.me/3eDy6X1 Link to Teacher Leaders Community on Schoology: https://ucisd.schoology.com/group/3012913369 Foll...

Season 2, Episode 2 | Trauma Informed Care + SEL

September 17, 2021 17:10 - 36 minutes - 29.6 MB

In this episode, Natalie and Margaret discuss Trauma Informed Care with Miranda Dvorak and Dr. Hector Lopez of Crossroads Academy High School.  Episode Resources: What is Trauma Informed Care?: https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/trauma-informed-care-what-it-is-and-why-its-important-2018101613562 UCISD Digital Tools Page: https://ucisd.me/3eDy6X1 Link to Teacher Leaders Community on Schoology: https://ucisd.schoology.com/group/3012913369 Canva for Education: www.canva.com/education Fol...

Season 2, Episode 1 | Lessons Learned from COVID-19

September 03, 2021 17:00 - 24 minutes - 46.2 MB

In this episode, Natalie welcomes her new co-host Margaret Tarski-Rodriguez for the season 2 kickoff where they discuss lessons learned from the COVID-19 school shut downs and distance learning experience.  Episode Resources: WeAreTeachers Blog: https://www.weareteachers.com/teachers-after-covid/ UCISD Digital Tools Page: https://ucisd.me/3eDy6X1 Link to Teacher Leaders Community on Schoology: https://ucisd.schoology.com/group/3012913369 Follow us! @BlendedUCISD @natariastx @tarski_marga...

Episode 10 | Choosing the Right EdTech Tools

May 04, 2021 15:53 - 20 minutes - 16.1 MB

In this episode, Natalie discusses the topic of EdTech tools with current Anthon IC, Margaret Tarski-Rodriguez.  Episode Resources: EdSurge Article: https://www.edsurge.com/news/2017-09-24-the-secret-sauce-to-choosing-edtech-find-tools-by-fit-not-feature 3D Flyover Tours: https://support.apple.com/guide/ipad/take-flyover-tours-in-maps-ipad6f5e96f4/ipados SAMR Model Explained: https://www.schoology.com/blog/samr-model-practical-guide-edtech-integration UCISD Digital Tools Page: https://u...

Episode 9 | Station Rotation

April 23, 2021 19:56 - 14 minutes - 12.5 MB

In this episode, Natalie discusses the topic of station rotation with 7-12 Grade Curriculum Specialist, Rachel Hohman. Episode Resources: 10 Tips for Teacher Using the Station Rotation Model: https://catlintucker.com/2018/09/10-tips-station-rotation-model/ BLGP Station Rotation Resources: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1TKVPvvmpTzvOygxCqIkjXcwh0SfvoUS0?usp=sharing Station Rotation Model: Grouping Strategies: https://catlintucker.com/2018/03/grouping-strategies 3 Secrets to Succe...

Episode 8 | Online Learning Design

April 16, 2021 20:25 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MB

In this episode, Natalie discusses the topic of online learning design. Episode Resources: Remote Lesson Design Guide: https://drive.google.com/drive/search?q=remote%20learning Link to Teacher Leaders Community on Schoology: https://ucisd.schoology.com/group/3012913369 Follow us! @BlendedUCISD @natariastx

Episode 7 | Relationships

April 09, 2021 21:34 - 10 minutes - 9.17 MB

In this episode, Natalie discusses the topic of relationships.  Episode Resources: Edutopia Article: https://www.edutopia.org/article/key-effective-classroom-management Link to Teacher Leaders Community on Schoology: https://ucisd.schoology.com/group/3012913369 IXL Leaderboard Blog: https://blog.ixl.com/2021/03/18/start-a-friendly-competition-with-ixl-leaderboards/ Follow us! @BlendedUCISD @natariastx

Episode 6 | Data-Driven Instruction

March 26, 2021 17:49 - 29 minutes - 54.6 MB

In this episode, Natalie discusses the topic of data-driven instruction with PK-2 Curriculum Specialist, Julie Hipp. Episode Resources: TeachThought.com Article on IXL: https://www.teachthought.com/technology/how-to-use-ixl-8-tips-for-using-the-k-12-adaptive-learning-platform/ Link to Teacher Leaders Community on Schoology: https://ucisd.schoology.com/group/3012913369 Station Rotation Plan + Resources: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1TKVPvvmpTzvOygxCqIkjXcwh0SfvoUS0?usp=sharing  ...

Episode 5 | Small Group Instruction

March 12, 2021 18:00 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MB

In this episode, Natalie discusses the topic of small group instruction with Executive Director of Teaching and Learning, Dr. Sandy Garza.  Episode Resources: Buy Balance with Blended Learning by Catlin Tucker on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2NZ8CJW Link to Teacher Leaders Community on Schoology: https://ucisd.schoology.com/group/3012913369 Station Rotation Plan + Resources: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1TKVPvvmpTzvOygxCqIkjXcwh0SfvoUS0?usp=sharing  Virtual Station Rotation Templat...

Episode 4 | Student Agency

March 05, 2021 18:00 - 14 minutes - 27.5 MB

In this episode, Natalie discusses the topic of Student Agency. Episode Resources: Buy Balance with Blended Learning by Catlin Tucker on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2NZ8CJW Link to Teacher Leaders Community on Schoology: https://ucisd.schoology.com/group/3012913369 Diagnostic Goals Tracker (Fillable Google Slide): https://ucisd.me/2ZQOr3B Digital Student Data Tracker Template: http://ucisd.me/38dhjHS Choice Board Templates: https://shakeuplearning.com/blog/interactive-learning-menus-choice...

Episode 3 | Student Conferencing

February 26, 2021 18:00 - 15 minutes - 29 MB

In this episode, Natalie chats with Jennifer Griffin, 3-6 Grade Curriculum Specialist about the value of student conferences.  Episode Resources: Buy Balance with Blended Learning by Catlin Tucker on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2NZ8CJW  Link to Teacher Leaders Community on Schoology: https://ucisd.schoology.com/group/3012913369 Diagnostic Goals Tracker (Fillable Google Slide): https://ucisd.me/2ZQOr3B Follow us! @BlendedUCISD @natariastx

Episode 2 | Student Voice and Choice

February 12, 2021 18:00 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MB

Episode Resources: ASCD Article by Mike Anderson/ Based on book Learning to Choose, Choosing to Learn: http://www.ascd.org/publications/books/116015/chapters/An-ASCD-Study-Guide-for-Learning-to-Choose,-Choosing-to-Learn@-The-Key-to-Student-Motivation-and-Achievement.aspx  Link to Teacher Leaders Community on Schoology: https://ucisd.schoology.com/group/3012913369 Flipgrid: https://info.flipgrid.com/ Nearpod: https://nearpod.com/  Apple Clips User Guide: https://support.apple.com/guide/c...

Episode 1 | Growth Mindset

February 05, 2021 17:10 - 4 minutes - 3.71 MB

For our inaugural episode, we will discuss the importance of the growth mindset.  Episode Resources: Growth Mindset Graphic: http://bit.ly/3cKV6Eg Link to Teacher Leaders Community on Schoology: https://ucisd.schoology.com/group/3012913369 Google Meet Button Video: http://bit.ly/3oTawbU Carol Dweck's Book Mindset on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3jtsj8w Follow us @BlendedUCISD @natariastx

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