State of Ed Podcast
85 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsA look at education inside the classroom and out.
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Ep. 58: Ode to Joy
February 17, 2024 14:50 - 42 minutes - 80.7 MBBack together for the first time since defending their doctoral dissertations, Marc and Nick sit down with Dr. Gholdy Muhammad to discuss her fantastic new book, Unearthing Joy. Dr. Muhammad is a professor of Curriculum and Instruction with a focus on literacy, language, and culture at the University of Illinois at Chicago. She has served as a classroom teacher, literacy specialist, school district administrator, curriculum director, and school board president. Her scholarship has appeared...
Ep. 57: Curing Busy Brain
December 03, 2022 14:54 - 44 minutes - 83.1 MBMarc and guest co-host, Alex Andrade, sit down with Dr. Romie to discuss how educators can cure "busy brain." Dr. Romie is a board-certified physician, award-winning wellness speaker, and the founder of “brainSHIFT at Work.” She brings together over 20 years of authority in neurology, integrative medicine, and mindfulness to not just deliver programs, but create cultural change. Dr. Romie is on a mission to transform mental health and wellness in the workplace and currently works with F...
Ep. 56: Tales of a PBL Diva
November 16, 2022 01:09 - 35 minutes - 67.2 MBIn his final conversation from AMLE 22, Marc sits down with the PBL Diva herself, Dr. Simone T. Lewis. They discuss all things PBL, gamification, sources of creative inspiration, and, of course, footwear! Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or online: marcisseks.com Guest: Dr. Simone T. Lewis For more on Dr. Lewis: Home Learning Support Website Instagram Twitter
Ep. 55: Rethinking Grading
November 09, 2022 02:35 - 27 minutes - 51.9 MBIn Part 2 of this conversation from AMLE 22, Rick Wormeli, acclaimed educator, speaker, and author, takes a deep dive into the legitimacy and ethics of grading. Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or online: marcisseks.com Guest: Rick Wormeli Ways to find/contact Rick: Website Email
Ep. 54: Rethinking Homework
November 07, 2022 13:22 - 32 minutes - 60.3 MBMarc is joined by the one-and-only Rick Wormeli, acclaimed educator, speaker, and author of nine books. In Part I of this conversation, Rick discusses strategies for schools to rethink homework and cease using it in ways that are punitive or dissuade student interest and engagement in learning. Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or online: marcisseks.com Guest: Rick Wormeli Ways to find/contact Rick: Website Email
Ep. 53: Pathways to Hope
November 06, 2022 16:17 - 30 minutes - 57.2 MBMarc is joined by Cathleen Beachboard, educator, author, and missionary of hope. Cathleen shares the importance of building hope in our students and ourselves. She also provides strategies to measure hope and teaches the pathways that help it blossom. Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or online: marcisseks.com Guest: Cathleen Beachboard Website: The School of Hope
Ep. 52: Against the Grain (Part II)
July 09, 2021 14:46 - 35 minutes - 65.3 MBNick and Marc are joined by Dr. Mike Brown, school leader and founder of EdRevolution. In this two-part discussion, they discuss the importance of establishing rich relationships, expanding the lens through which we view history, and building connectedness in communities in order to shape the schools our students need right now. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or online: marcissek...
Ep. 51: Against the Grain (Part I)
July 09, 2021 14:44 - 37 minutes - 68.8 MBNick and Marc are joined by Dr. Mike Brown, school leader and founder of EdRevolution. In this two-part discussion, they discuss the importance of establishing rich relationships, expanding the lens through which we view history, and building connectedness in communities in order to shape the schools our students need right now. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or online: marcissek...
Ep. 50: Unfinished Business
May 01, 2021 15:56 - 40 minutes - 74.8 MBNick and Marc celebrate their 50th episode of the podcast! They are joined by Dr. Michael Lubelfeld, Superintendent of North Shore District 112, in Illinois, and co-author of The Unfinished Leader. Discussion topics include: characteristics of great leaders, the importance of empathy, and how to improve your organization through effective hiring practices.
Ep. 49: Closing the Math Gap
January 17, 2021 15:57 - 37 minutes - 70.2 MBNick and Marc welcome Dr. Aditya Nagrath, Founder and CEO of Elephant Learning, to the podcast. They discuss strategies to increase math literacy and close the skills gap that plagues millions of students in schoolhouses across the country. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or online: marcisseks.com Guest: Dr. Aditya Nagrath Website: Elephant Learning Linked In: Dr. Aditya Nagrat...
Ep. 48: Humanizing Everybody
October 18, 2020 00:19 - 46 minutes - 86.9 MBNick and Marc welcome back Dr. Tracey Benson to the podcast to discuss the Black Lives Matter movement, racial literacy, activism in the NBA and the role of schools in the ongoing march toward social justice.
Ep. 47: Creating Spaces
August 11, 2020 17:45 - 47 minutes - 89.2 MBNick and Marc are pleased to welcome Nadirah Simmons to the podcast. As both Social Media Manager at The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and the founder of hip-hop social club, The Gumbo, Nadirah weaves her creative energy into producing exciting content. She shares the recipe for how schools can succeed in turning out students who thrive academically and professionally in an unchartered 21st century landscape. Twitter @hinadirah @thegumbo Web Thegumbo.net hinadirah.com
Episode 47
August 11, 2020 17:45 - 47 minutes - 89.2 MBNick and Marc are pleased to welcome Nadirah Simmons to the podcast. As both Social Media Manager at The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and the founder of hip-hop social club, The Gumbo, Nadirah weaves her creative energy into producing exciting content. She shares the recipe for how schools can succeed in turning out students who thrive academically and professionally in an unchartered 21st century landscape. Twitter @hinadirah @thegumbo Web Thegumbo.net hinadirah.com
Ep. 46: Reality... Check
July 07, 2020 18:43 - 51 minutes - 96.7 MBNick and Marc welcome two incredible champions of AR and VR in education, Jaime Donally and David Lockett. They share the secrets of incorporating these fast-growing technologies into meaningful learning opportunities for students of all ages. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts or follow on @soepodcast Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or online: marcisseks.com Guests: Jaime Dona...
Episode 46
July 07, 2020 18:43 - 51 minutes - 96.7 MBNick and Marc welcome two incredible champions of AR and VR in education, Jaime Donally and David Lockett. They share the secrets of incorporating these fast-growing technologies into meaningful learning opportunities for students of all ages. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts or follow on @soepodcast Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or online: marcisseks.com Guests: Jaime Dona...
Episode 45
June 17, 2020 11:00 - 29 minutes - 55.1 MBNick and Marc welcome back EdTech guru, Ryan Krakofsky, to discuss what lessons can be learned from Hong Kong's re-opening of school. Plus, game-changing instructional technology that educators everywhere should become familiar with, as well as the importance of leading from the heart, with or without a pandemic. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts or follow on @soepodcast Follow Mar...
Ep. 45: Ryan's Return
June 17, 2020 11:00 - 29 minutes - 55.1 MBNick and Marc welcome back EdTech guru, Ryan Krakofsky, to discuss what lessons can be learned from Hong Kong's re-opening of school. Plus, game-changing instructional technology that educators everywhere should become familiar with, as well as the importance of leading from the heart, with or without a pandemic. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts or follow on @soepodcast Follow Mar...
Ep. 44: So... What Now?
June 11, 2020 23:50 - 52 minutes - 105 MBOn this supersized episode, Nick and Marc are joined by rockstar leaders from across the nation to discuss the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on education. Topics include the pros and cons of remote learning, best online practices, strategies for re-entry and most importantly... where do we go from here? Featured guests: Jill Geocaris: @JillGeocaris Sari Goldberg McKeown: website; @sgteach_sari Allyson Apsey: website; @AllysonApsey Michelle Moore: @Michelle4EDU Nichole Allen:...
Episode 44
June 11, 2020 23:50On this supersized episode, Nick and Marc are joined by rockstar leaders from across the nation to discuss the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on education. Topics include the pros and cons of remote learning, best online practices, strategies for re-entry and most importantly... where do we go from here? Featured guests: Jill Geocaris: @JillGeocaris Sari Goldberg McKeown: website; @sgteach_sari Allyson Apsey: website; @AllysonApsey Michelle Moore: @Michelle4EDU Nichole Allen:...
Episode 44
June 11, 2020 23:50On this supersized episode, Nick and Marc are joined by rockstar leaders from across the nation to discuss the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on education. Topics include the pros and cons of remote learning, best online practices, strategies for re-entry and most importantly... where do we go from here? Featured guests: Jill Geocaris: @JillGeocaris Sari Goldberg McKeown: website; @sgteach_sari Allyson Apsey: website; @AllysonApsey Michelle Moore: @Michelle4EDU Nichole Allen:...
Episode 44
June 11, 2020 23:50On this supersized episode, Nick and Marc are joined by rockstar leaders from across the nation to discuss the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on education. Topics include the pros and cons of remote learning, best online practices, strategies for re-entry and most importantly... where do we go from here? Featured guests: Jill Geocaris: @JillGeocaris Sari Goldberg McKeown: website; @sgteach_sari Allyson Apsey: website; @AllysonApsey Michelle Moore: @Michelle4EDU Nichole Allen:...
Ep. 43: Cultures of Bravery
March 04, 2020 04:26 - 53 minutes - 101 MBNick and Marc are joined by guest Dr. Tracey Benson, associate professor at UNC Charlotte, academic activist and co-author of Unconscious Bias in Schools: A Developmental Approach to Exploring Race and Racism. In this very candid conversation, they discuss the importance of addressing race in schools, as well as strategies to bring people together and work towards eradicating the negative impact of implicit bias. Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or online: marcisseks.com Guest: Dr. Trac...
Episode 43
March 04, 2020 04:26 - 53 minutes - 101 MBNick and Marc are joined by guest Dr. Tracey Benson, associate professor at UNC Charlotte, academic activist and co-author of Unconscious Bias in Schools: A Developmental Approach to Exploring Race and Racism. In this very candid conversation, they discuss the importance of addressing race in schools, as well as strategies to bring people together and work towards eradicating the negative impact of implicit bias. Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or online: marcisseks.com Guest: Dr. Trac...
Episode 42
December 11, 2019 04:02 - 26 minutes - 48.9 MBRecorded at VSTE19 in Roanoke, Virginia. Marc is joined by author and educator, Tamara Letter. They discuss Tamara's book, "A Passion for Kindness: Making the World a Better Place to Lead, Love and Learn" and how small, selfless acts can make all the difference. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts or follow on @soepodcast Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or online: marcisseks.com ...
Ep. 42: Cultivating Kindness
December 11, 2019 04:02 - 26 minutes - 48.9 MBRecorded at VSTE19 in Roanoke, Virginia. Marc is joined by author and educator, Tamara Letter. They discuss Tamara's book, "A Passion for Kindness: Making the World a Better Place to Lead, Love and Learn" and how small, selfless acts can make all the difference. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts or follow on @soepodcast Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or online: marcisseks.com ...
Episode 41
December 06, 2019 03:05 - 38 minutes - 71.3 MBMarc is joined by guest co-host, Denise Hayden, a College Board consultant and extraordinary high school educator. Their guest is Dr. Ken Wallace, Superintendent of Schools, Maine Township High School District 207, in Illinois. They discuss Ken's role as a founder of the highly acclaimed Chicago Coaching Center, how learning is often messy and the importance of building for the long haul. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: ask@stateofedpod...
Ep. 41: Wired to Learn
December 06, 2019 03:05 - 38 minutes - 71.3 MBMarc is joined by guest co-host, Denise Hayden, a College Board consultant and extraordinary high school educator. Their guest is Dr. Ken Wallace, Superintendent of Schools, Maine Township High School District 207, in Illinois. They discuss Ken's role as a founder of the highly acclaimed Chicago Coaching Center, how learning is often messy and the importance of building for the long haul. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: ask@stateofedpod...
Ep. 40: Thought Partners
October 23, 2019 02:14 - 18 minutes - 41.1 MBMarc is joined by Jackie Levine from Putnam-Northern Westchester BOCES. Recorded at the SAANYS 2019 Conference in Lake George, NY, Marc and Jackie discuss equity, trends and effective ways to support educational leadership. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts or follow on @soepodcast Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or online: marcisseks.com Guest: Jackie Levine @jackielevinePNW ...
Episode 40
October 23, 2019 02:14 - 18 minutes - 41.1 MBMarc is joined by Jackie Levine from Putnam-Northern Westchester BOCES. Recorded at the SAANYS 2019 Conference in Lake George, NY, Marc and Jackie discuss equity, trends and effective ways to support educational leadership. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts or follow on @soepodcast Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or online: marcisseks.com Guest: Jackie Levine @jackielevinePNW ...
Ep. 39: EdCamp19 - The Dream Team
October 09, 2019 18:27 - 15 minutes - 35 MBFinal session. Launching a great conference, or unconference in this case, is all about having a great team. Marc sat down with three of the dedicated educators who helped make EdCamp LI a reality. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts or follow on @soepodcast Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or online: marcisseks.com Guests for Session 3: Sari Goldberg @sgteach_sari Corey Mammoli...
Episode 39
October 09, 2019 18:27 - 15 minutes - 35 MBFinal session. Launching a great conference, or unconference in this case, is all about having a great team. Marc sat down with three of the dedicated educators who helped make EdCamp LI a reality. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts or follow on @soepodcast Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or online: marcisseks.com Guests for Session 3: Sari Goldberg @sgteach_sari Corey Mammoli...
Episode 38
October 09, 2019 18:03 - 34 minutes - 69.5 MBMarc is back for round 2. This time, it's a round table discussion regarding strategies to increase creativity and innovation in the classroom. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts or follow on @soepodcast Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or online: marcisseks.com Guests for Session 2: Allison Kaminsky @allieminsky Marie Saint-Cyr - Instragram @mariesaintcyr_art Luisa Marino...
Ep. 38: EdCamp19 - Creativity & Innovation in the Classroom
October 09, 2019 18:03 - 34 minutes - 69.5 MBMarc is back for round 2. This time, it's a round table discussion regarding strategies to increase creativity and innovation in the classroom. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts or follow on @soepodcast Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or online: marcisseks.com Guests for Session 2: Allison Kaminsky @allieminsky Marie Saint-Cyr - Instragram @mariesaintcyr_art Luisa Marino...
Ep. 37: EdCamp19 - Podcasting
October 09, 2019 17:38 - 24 minutes - 50.7 MBMarc leads the first of three sessions at EdCamp LI 2019, in Commack, New York. Educators discuss how to use podcasts and other tech tools to promote student voice and increase engagement. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts or follow on @soepodcast Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or online: marcisseks.com Check out these instructional tools: Merge Cube, Padlet, Adobe Spark, Nuz...
Episode 37
October 09, 2019 17:38 - 24 minutes - 50.7 MBMarc leads the first of three sessions at EdCamp LI 2019, in Commack, New York. Educators discuss how to use podcasts and other tech tools to promote student voice and increase engagement. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts or follow on @soepodcast Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or online: marcisseks.com Check out these instructional tools: Merge Cube, Padlet, Adobe Spark, Nuz...
Episode 36
August 23, 2019 05:19 - 32 minutes - 65.5 MBNick and Marc welcome Dr. LaTonya Harris, assistant principal of Burbank Elementary School in Hampton, Virginia. Dr. Harris discusses becoming an elementary administrator, introducing instructional technology into the classroom and how her determination has helped raise the bar for teachers and children... and even start a Double Dutch club! Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts or foll...
Ep. 36: Jumping In
August 23, 2019 05:19 - 32 minutes - 65.5 MBNick and Marc welcome Dr. LaTonya Harris, assistant principal of Burbank Elementary School in Hampton, Virginia. Dr. Harris discusses becoming an elementary administrator, introducing instructional technology into the classroom and how her determination has helped raise the bar for teachers and children... and even start a Double Dutch club! Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts or foll...
Ep. 35: Live from the Coding Den
August 02, 2019 03:59 - 45 minutes - 84.5 MBNick and Marc welcome Baxter Mante and Zachary Rankin of Kelvin Education, a California-based company dedicated to improving the way schools focus on and address social-emotion learning (SEL). Inspired by the challenges of their own childhoods, these two coder-engineers are driven to help educators create environments that will maximize the well-being of all students. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to...
Episode 35
August 02, 2019 03:59 - 45 minutes - 84.5 MBNick and Marc welcome Baxter Mante and Zachary Rankin of Kelvin Education, a California-based company dedicated to improving the way schools focus on and address social-emotion learning (SEL). Inspired by the challenges of their own childhoods, these two coder-engineers are driven to help educators create environments that will maximize the well-being of all students. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to...
Ep. 34: Droppin' Some NYC
June 08, 2019 14:54 - 19 minutes - 36.1 MBNick and Marc welcome Jennifer Gunn and Vince Joralemon, two of the organizers and visionaries behind the popular EDxED NYC Conference held each year in Manhattan. They discuss the power of teacher-led professional development and what it takes to launch a 1200-person conference. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts or follow on @soepodcast Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or online...
Episode 34
June 08, 2019 14:54 - 19 minutes - 36.1 MBNick and Marc welcome Jennifer Gunn and Vince Joralemon, two of the organizers and visionaries behind the popular EDxED NYC Conference held each year in Manhattan. They discuss the power of teacher-led professional development and what it takes to launch a 1200-person conference. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts or follow on @soepodcast Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or online...
Ep. 33: Upskilling in HK
May 15, 2019 03:34 - 36 minutes - 67.7 MBNick and Marc welcome Ryan Krakofsky, Digital Literacy Coach in an IB PYP school in Hong Kong. He discusses the importance of putting resources into people, challenging students with educational technology and where to find amazing dim sum! Ryan also shares how to play "rock, paper, scissors" Pacific-style... Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts. Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or ...
Episode 33
May 15, 2019 03:34 - 36 minutes - 67.7 MBNick and Marc welcome Ryan Krakofsky, Digital Literacy Coach in an IB PYP school in Hong Kong. He discusses the importance of putting resources into people, challenging students with educational technology and where to find amazing dim sum! Ryan also shares how to play "rock, paper, scissors" Pacific-style... Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts. Follow Marc on Twitter @marcisseks or ...
Ep. 32: Pacific Overtures
April 23, 2019 04:33 - 36 minutes - 68.5 MBNick and Marc are back! In this (very) long distance episode, they talk with Lainey Morgan, primary school teacher at the American School Hong Kong, an ESOL Education school. Lainey shares some of her firsthand experience and insight into the similarities and differences in education spanning the continents, as well as explaining the phenomenon known as "China speed." Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us...
Episode 32
April 23, 2019 04:33 - 36 minutes - 68.5 MBNick and Marc are back! In this (very) long distance episode, they talk with Lainey Morgan, primary school teacher at the American School Hong Kong, an ESOL Education school. Lainey shares some of her firsthand experience and insight into the similarities and differences in education spanning the continents, as well as explaining the phenomenon known as "China speed." Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us...
Ep. 31: The Covenant
April 23, 2017 10:00 - 15 minutes - 27.2 MBNick and Marc continue their series of mini episodes entitled, FROM SURVIVING TO THRIVING: A road map to mastery. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on iTunes Links from the show: Curriculum can wait
Episode 31
April 23, 2017 10:00 - 15 minutes - 27.2 MBNick and Marc continue their series of mini episodes entitled, FROM SURVIVING TO THRIVING: A road map to mastery. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on iTunes Links from the show: Curriculum can wait
Ep. 30: Getting Hired
April 11, 2017 10:00 - 17 minutes - 30.7 MBNick and Marc begin a new series of mini episodes entitled, FROM SURVIVING TO THRIVING: A road map to mastery. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on iTunes Links from the show: Hiring the right person
Episode 30
April 11, 2017 10:00 - 17 minutes - 30.7 MBNick and Marc begin a new series of mini episodes entitled, FROM SURVIVING TO THRIVING: A road map to mastery. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on iTunes Links from the show: Hiring the right person
Episode 29
February 27, 2017 11:00 - 21 minutes - 39 MBNick and Marc debate the prospects of newly appointed U.S. Secretary of Education, Betsy DeVos. Listeners are welcome to ask a question, suggest a topic or share their thoughts: [email protected] Subscribe to us on iTunes Links from the show: Rolling back rights for transgender students Neurocore article (NYT) For profit schools (NYT) Read Jeremy Scahill