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135: Promoting education. - Katelynn Giordano chats with us about giving students an active role in learning, the power of personalized learning, and being someone who promotes education.
January 05, 2020 18:59 - 31 minutes - 29.5 MB6th grade ELA teacher, and Teach Better's Digital Content Editor, Katelynn Giordano, chats with us about giving students an active role in learning, the power of personalized learning, and being someone who promotes education. Katelynn shares how she negotiates grades with her students, the power of reaching out to other educators, and why your voice matters. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/katelynngiordano Episode Highlights 2:06 - Talking about heading back to school after Winter b...
AUDIO BLOG: Tips For Happier Teaching. - From the "Teach Happier" Blog Series at www.teachbetter.com.
January 04, 2020 13:45 - 3 minutes - 3.38 MBThis is an audio version of the blog post, "Tips For Happier Teaching." Written by Suzanne Dailey (@DaileySuzanne) as part of our Teach Happier Blog Series. Read by Rae Hughart (@raehughart). Read the post at www.teachbetter.com/blog/teach-happier-tips-for-teaching-happier. In This Post: Introducing a new monthly piece: Teach Happier! An overview of what Suzanne will be sharing each month to help educators teach happier. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/s...
134: Take risks. Go with your gut. - Sarah Lalonde chats with us about navigating the first few years of your teaching career, building strong relationships, and taking risks.
January 02, 2020 12:04 - 38 minutes - 35.8 MBSarah Lalonde chats with us about navigating the first few years of your teaching career, building strong relationships, and taking risks. Sarah shares how she had to do a lot of unlearning to start embracing failures, the feeling of community social media can offer, and how having a podcast is like another extension of yourself. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/sarahlalonde Episode Highlights 1:35 - Let's talk goal setting for 2020. 13:03 - Sarah introduces herself. 14:02 - Talking...
133: Purpose Driven. - LaTezeon Humphrey Balentine chats with us about helping others reach their maximum potential, making mistakes, and being driven by a purpose.
December 30, 2019 15:06 - 34 minutes - 32.1 MBLaTezeon Humphrey Balentine chats with us about helping others reach their maximum potential, making mistakes, and being driven by a purpose. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/latezeonhumphreybalentine Episode Highlights 0:35 - Nonsensical argument about goals, and a little #TeachBetter19 and #TeachBetter20 conference talk. 9:07 - Previewing the episode with LaTezeon Humphrey Balentine. 12:01 - LaTezeon introduces herself. 16:14 - LaTezeon's failure: Rejections. 19:33 - LaTezeon's s...
132: The Teacher Guy - Abbas Manjee chats with us about focusing on what you can control, redefining what it means to learn skills, and the importance of taking care of yourself.
December 26, 2019 10:33 - 27 minutes - 25 MBChief Academic Officer and Co-Founder of Kiddom, Abbas Manjee, chats with us about focusing on what you can control, redefining what it means to learn skills, and the importance of taking care of yourself. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/abbasmanjee Episode Highlights 0:47 - Happy Holidays! 2:32 - Celebrating the FREE PD Series in our Facebook Group. 5:35 - Previewing the episode with Abbas Manjee. 8:18 - Abbas introduces himself. 9:07 - Chatting about Kiddom, how it came about, a...
131: The Power of Environment - Kevin Stoller chats with us about surrounding yourself with positivity, the importance of planning your day, and the power of your classroom's environment.
December 23, 2019 13:54 - 34 minutes - 32.3 MBKay-Twelve founder, Kevin Stoller, chats with us about surrounding yourself with positivity, the importance of planning your day, and the power of your classroom's environment. Kevin talks about getting rid of the things we know are doing harm, what the worst marketing campaign ever looks like, and why change requires changing the physical environment. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/kevinstoller Episode Highlights 1:31 - Chatting with Rae about her classroom environment. 6:12 - Pre...
AUDIO BLOG - Recharging Yourself and Your Students After Winter Break
December 20, 2019 21:00 - 5 minutes - 5.45 MBThis is an audio version of the blog post, "Recharging Yourself and Your Students After Winter Break" Written by Kendall Lawson (@ELAwithLawson). Read by Jeff Gargas (@jeffgargas). Read the post at www.teachbetter.com/blog/recharging-yourself-and-your-students-after-winter-break. In This Post: The excitement and frustrations of returning back to school after break. Some tips to help ease your students (and yourself) back into the routine and rigor of school. Ideas to start the new year a...
130: Creating a Culture of Coaching. - Lauren Vaclavik chats with us about being a part of something bigger, the power of reflection, and creating a culture of coaching.
December 19, 2019 13:49 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBInstructional coach, Lauren Vaclavik, chats with us about being a part of something bigger, the power of reflection, and creating a culture of coaching. Lauren talks about how change is difficult, but she sees teachers out there putting in the time, and how she wants to open doors for her students. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/laurenvaclavik Episode Highlights 1:26 - Chatting about our Winter Break Live PD Series in our Private Facebook Group. 7:00 - Previewing the episode with L...
129: Be 200% In. - Jen Molitor chats with us about choosing to embrace all the things thrown at you every day, following your heart, and believing that all kids deserve to learn.
December 16, 2019 05:17 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBGifted intervention specialist, instructional coach, and author, Jen Molitor, chats with us about choosing to embrace all the things thrown at you every day, following your heart, and believing that all kids deserve to learn. Jen talks about deciding to love your job, being 200% in, and reconnecting with your why. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/jenmolitor Episode Highlights 0:33 - Shoutout to Katie Alvarez. (@freshfromthe4th) 3:19 - Shoutout to Katelynn Giordano. (@Mrs_Giordano on ...
128: Video games, dad jokes, and higher education. - Dr. Matthew Barr chats with us about his research with video games, creating a work-based element in higher education, and telling too many dad jok
December 13, 2019 01:53 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBDr. Matthew Barr chats with us about his research with video games, creating a work-based element in higher education, and telling too many dad jokes. Matt shares how he accidentally enrolled in the wrong degree program, what he calls the "art of failing," and why we need to stop wasting time over-preparing for things. www.teachbetter.com/podcast/mattbarr Episode Highlights 1:15 - Talking about Rae's sister and her veterinary program. 5:30 - Previewing the episode with Matt Barr. 8:40 ...
127: Impact beyond the classroom. - Toney Jackson chats with us about making an impact beyond your classroom, exploring everything in education, and why he thinks now is one of the most exciting time
December 08, 2019 21:56 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MB4th grade teacher, poet, and author, Toney Jackson, chats with us about making an impact beyond your classroom, exploring everything in education, and why he thinks now is one of the most exciting times to be a teacher. Toney shares how he brings his passions into his classroom, how we can accept criticism and use it to be better, and why we need to strive to be at the level of significance. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/toneyjackson Episode Highlights 2:41 - Avoiding the "early c...
126: Finding the fun in teaching. - Adam Renard chats with us about bringing others with you on the adventure, finding the fun in your content, and creating experiences kids love.
December 04, 2019 22:05 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBAdam Renard chats with us about bringing others with you on the adventure, finding the fun in your content, and creating experiences kids love. Adam shares how to make things more fun, the power of relationships, and why love is a choice. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/adamrenard Episode Highlights 1:52 - Chatting about Rae going to the AIMS Network Institute. 6:53 - Previewing the episode with Adam Renard. 9:12 - Adam introduces himself. 11:10 - Adam's failure: Not recognizing ...
125: Chief Cheerleader of Teaching - Dave Schmittou chats with us about getting out of the way so teachers can try something big, being authentic for the right reasons, and why he calls himself the ch
December 02, 2019 12:49 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBExecutive Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Author, Speaker, and Podcast Host, Dave Schmittou, chats with us about getting out of the way so teachers can try something big, being authentic for the right reasons, and why he calls himself the chief cheerleader of teaching. Dave shares how teaching his son to ride a bike changed how he looks at education, how this is your opportunity to go try something, and why you need to go out and look for the good. More at www.teachbetter.com/podca...
AUDIO BLOG - Reflecting On #TeachBetter19
November 29, 2019 15:47 - 8 minutes - 8.24 MBThis is an audio version of the blog post, "Reflecting On #TeachBetter19" Written by Jeff Gargas (@jeffgargas). Read by Rae Hughart (@raehughart). Read the post at www.teachbetter.com/blog/reflecting-on-teachbetter19 In This Post: A reflection on the first and very successful #TeachBetter19 conference. Jeff's personal highlights from putting on this incredible event. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teach-better-talk/message
124: Be a learner. - Jennifer Appel chats with us about the little things that can have big impacts, staying open-minded, and why we have to keep learning.
November 27, 2019 21:58 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBInstructional coach, and 21 year veteran teacher, Jennifer Appel, chats with us about the little things that can have big impacts, staying open-minded, and why we have to keep learning. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/jenniferappel Episode Highlights 4:10 - #TeachBetterTalk challenge for you: Reflect on the things you are thankful for. Use #TeachBetter and #TeachBetterTalk. 6:00 - Previewing the episode with Jennifer Appel. 11:51 - Jen introduces herself. 13:58 - Jen's failure: Not...
123: Personal and Authentic. - Thomas C Murray chats with us about being personal and authentic, and designing learning experiences that impact a lifetime.
November 26, 2019 04:17 - 43 minutes - 40.6 MBDirector of Innovation for Future Ready Schools, Tom Murray, chats with us about being personal and authentic, and designing learning experiences that impact a lifetime. Tom shares how we can create an environment where people actually want to be, the importance of taking care yourself, and why you are a leader no matter what your title is. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/thomascmurray2 Episode Highlights 1:38 - Talking about our November #TeachBetter Challenge. 6:26 - Previewing th...
AUDIO BLOG - Why Your District Should Stop Worrying About Missed Days
November 25, 2019 17:38 - 4 minutes - 3.91 MBThis is an audio version of the blog post, "Why Your District Should Stop Worrying About Missed Days" Written by Chad Ostrowski (@chadostrowski). Read by Jeff Gargas (@jeffgargas). Read the post at www.teachbetter.com/blog/why-your-district-should-stop-worrying-about-missed-days. In This Post: The problem with time-based learning and why we should move away from it. A solution to make time more flexible and learning more important. How Mastery Learning can help you (and your school) make...
122: Find the moment and reflect. - William Illingworth chats with us about engaging in the hard topics, admitting when you fail, and the power of finding a moment to reflect.
November 21, 2019 07:02 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBWilliam Illingworth chats with us about engaging in the hard topics, admitting when you fail, and the power of finding a moment to reflect. William talks about how he is like a 3rd party reflection point, and shares a personal story of why we need to celebrate everything. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/williamillingworth Episode Highlights 0:58 - Chatting about the new book from Thomas C. Murray, "Personal and Authentic." 5:50 - Previewing the episode with William Illingworth. 8:5...
121: Enjoy the day. - Allyson Apsey chats with us about navigating the challenges and joys of being an educator, being yourself, and making the decision to enjoy the day.
November 19, 2019 06:50 - 40 minutes - 37 MBAllyson Apsey chats with us about navigating the challenges and joys of being an educator, being yourself, and making the decision to enjoy the day. Allyson shares why we need to value what our students value, not being afraid to ask questions, and how loving kids is a prerequisite for teaching. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/allysonapsey2 Episode Highlights 1:34 - Discussing the November #TeachBetter Challenge on social media. 4:13 - Jeff gives his answer for Day 2 of the challen...
120: #TeachBetter19 Recap - Jeff and Rae reflect on the first ever Teach Better Conference
November 17, 2019 18:03 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBWe reflect on the first ever Teach Better Conference. We discuss our favorite moments, give some shoutouts, and let you in on a few secrets for 2020. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/teachbetter19 Episode Highlights 0:55 - Tweet @teachbetterteam using #TeachBetter19 and let us know: How long did it take you to recover from the conference? 3:08 - Shoutout to Becky Schnekser (@schnekser) for taking Rae to the airport...and being awesome. Check out Becky's episode of Teach Better Talk! ...
119: Connected, reflective, and unrelenting. - Bryon Carpenter shares why you need to connect with others outside your space, how to always be reflective, and why every obstacles is an opportunity wai
November 12, 2019 22:05 - 38 minutes - 36 MB11 year veteran teacher, Bryon Carpenter, chats with is about being unrelenting, connecting with others, and making it your own. Bryon shares why you need to connect with others outside your space, how to always be reflective, and why every obstacles is an opportunity waiting to happen. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/bryoncarpenter Episode Highlights 2:03 - 3 things you can do right now to be better at self care: Just move. Take an intentional moment for yourself. Take small ste...
118: Listen. Reflect. Personalize. - Charles Randolph and Steve Jones chat with us about listening to your students, putting your ego aside, and personalizing learning for everyone.
November 07, 2019 14:37 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBISTE STEM Co-Chairs, Charles Randolph and Steven Jones, chat with us about listening to your students, putting your ego aside, and personalizing learning for everyone. We talk about connecting content to real world solutions, exploring artificial intelligence, and the rise of esports. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/charlesrandolph-stevenjones Episode Highlights 0:35 - Shoutout to Marcela for Rae's descriptive word for Jeff! 1:22 - Chatting about being connected virtually. 4:49 - P...
117: ASPIRE To Lead - Joshua Stamper chats with us about relationships, passion projects, and going further to be a leader.
November 03, 2019 23:28 - 32 minutes - 30 MBAssistant Principal, and host of the ASPIRE Leadership Podcast, Joshua Stamper, chats with us about relationships, passion projects, and going further to be a leader. Joshua talks about changing the structure of education, looking at what you're doing to affect your district, and why we cannot be afraid to ask questions. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/joshuastamper Episode Highlights 4:23 - What id you cannot make it to the Teach Better Conference? 8:30 - Previewing the episode wit...
116: The Future Is Now - James DiDonato chats with us about preparing students for the future, connecting with your community, and being an educational geek.
October 31, 2019 03:06 - 34 minutes - 32.1 MBSuperintendent, James DiDonato, chats with us about preparing students for the future, connecting with your community, and being an educational geek. James talks about keeping our passion and excitement for learning, bringing students into the real world right now, and why you need to just keep at it with kids until you help them get there. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/jamesdidonato Episode Highlights 2:48 - We talk about our weekends Did you know Jeff DJ's weddings and is ordain...
115: Belief formation on steroids. - Michael Rousell chats with us about how we can use surprise to change the way our students think about education and themselves.
October 28, 2019 11:57 - 40 minutes - 37.7 MBTeacher, psychologist, and author, Michael Rousell, chats with us about how we can use surprise to change the way our students think about education and themselves. Michael delves into the science of surprise, shares a story of how he became "the master of the pause," and talks about hypnotizing his students. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/michaelrousell Episode Highlights 3:36 - Rae asks the most important question about the Teach Better Conference. Use code "PodcastTalk" to sav...
AUDIO BLOG - Waiting to Have "Those Conversations" Is Hurting Students.
October 25, 2019 17:30 - 5 minutes - 5.34 MBThis is an audio version of the blog post, "Waiting to Have Those Conversations is Hurting Students" Written by Rae Hughart (@RaeHughart). Read by Jeff Gargas (@jeffgargas). Read the post at www.teachbetter.com/blog/waiting-to-have-those-conversations-is-hurting-students. In This Post The importance of conversations about our students' futures. Helping our classrooms become avenues for discovering passion & practical uses for it! Using your content to help students find their futures. -...
114: Be unapologetically you. - Becky Schnekser chats with us about teaching science the way it is meant to be taught, have phalange wars with her students, and being unapologetically you.
October 23, 2019 19:08 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBEducator and explorer, Becky Schnekser, chats with us about teaching science the way it is meant to be taught, have phalange wars with her students, and being unapologetically you. Becky shares why you need to get connected, the fact that she has probably internet stalked you, and how we're going to change the world through the power of education. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/beckyschnekser Episode Highlights 3:05 - Talking about keeping our energy and positivity up during the to...
113: You are enough. - Angela Maiers chats with us about changing the world, chasing big dreams, and understanding that you are enough.
October 20, 2019 13:14 - 41 minutes - 38.5 MBAngela Maiers chats with us about changing the world, chasing big dreams, and understanding that you are enough. Angela shares how we can have an impact even if we aren't perfect, the power of daily affirmations, and why the same thing has kept her excited for 32 years. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/angelamaiers Episode Highlights 4:10 - Shoutout to our good friends at IDEA (www.ideaillinois.org) Come see Jeff and Rae at IDEA Con in February, 2020! 5:51 - Previewing the episode ...
AUDIO BLOG - 5 Characteristics of Strong School Leaders
October 19, 2019 16:34 - 5 minutes - 5.37 MBThis is an audio version of the blog post, "5 Characteristics of Strong School Leaders" Written by Chad Ostrowski (@ChadOstrowski). Read by Jeff Gargas (@jeffgargas). Read the post at www.teachbetter.com/blog/5-characteristics-of-strong-school-leaders. In This Post: The 5 qualities successful most school leaders have. Ideas on how to become a more successful leader in your school - no matter your position! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teach-bet...
112: Good stress. - Mike Washburn chats with us about appreciating people, being fearless, and having "good stress."
October 16, 2019 20:50 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBMike Washburn chats with us about appreciating people, being fearless, and having "good stress." Mike shares why it's critical to have realistic expectations, the importance of learning to reflect and grow, and why we need to go after those big ideas. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/mikewashburn Episode Highlights 0:00 - Previews of sessions at the Teach Better Conference in November. Use "PodcastTalk" to save $50 on your 2-day registration. 3:55 - Highlighting the importance of ne...
111: Being "The Loud One" - Delaney Brummel chats with us about being cool with being "the loud one" in her school, and focusing on keeping things student-centered.
October 14, 2019 01:19 - 35 minutes - 33 MBFirst year teacher, Delaney Brummel, chats with us about being cool with being "the loud one" in her school, helping kids get comfortable sharing failures with each other, and focusing on keeping things student-centered. Delaney shares how she keeps a smile on every day, the power of remembering there are actual humans in our classrooms, and reminds us that you don't need to be a veteran teacher to bring value to others. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/delaneybrummel Episode Highlight...
110: It's not what you know. - Jason Habisch chats with us about taking care of yourself, being a part of a championship team, and recruiting your own board of advisors.
October 10, 2019 04:37 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBJason Habisch chats with us about taking care of yourself, being a part of a championship team, and recruiting your own board of advisors. Jason talks about the power of reflection, leaning into a challenge and learning from it, and explains why it's not what you know, or who you know, but both. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/jasonhabisch Episode Highlights 3:11 - Chatting about our favorite parts of the "Teach Better" book. 6:52 - Tweet to win a FREE signed copy of the book! In...
109: Lifelong Learning. - Jorge Valenzuela chats with us about how a lot of failures equate to small successes, but a lot of little successes lead to bigger successes.
October 07, 2019 12:46 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBJorge Valenzuela chats with us about how a lot of failures equate to small successes, but a lot of little successes lead to bigger successes. Jorge shares who you should look to in order to be successful, where true happiness comes from, and lays out his 5 daily routines you need to get into. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/jorgevalenzuela Episode Highlights 3:26 - We restart the episode because...well, because Rae. 3:52 - Talking about our network, your PLN, and the power of connec...
Strategies to Increase Critical Thinking Skills in students
October 04, 2019 14:12 - 7 minutes - 6.88 MBThis is an audio version of the blog post, "Strategies to Increase Critical Thinking Skills in Students" Written by Dr. Matthew X Joseph (@MatthewXJoseph). Read by Jeff Gargas (@jeffgargas). Read the post at www.teachbetter.com/blog/strategies-to-increase-critical-thinking-skills-in-students. In This Post: The importance of helping students increase critical thinking skills. Ways to promote the essential skills needed to analyze and evaluate. Strategies to incorporate critical thinking i...
108: Get comfortable being uncomfortable. - Dan Kreiness chats with us about staying true to your why, rolling with the punches, and finding the positive in every failure.
October 02, 2019 19:54 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBInstructional coach, and host of the Leader Of Learning Podcast, Dan Kreiness, chats with us about staying true to your why, rolling with the punches, and finding the positive in every failure. Dan talks about the power of getting connected, how we need to get comfortable being uncomfortable, and why you need to think of yourself as a leader. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/dankreiness Episode Highlights 1:27 - Rae slyly plugs our new book, "Teach Better." Get it now on Amazon! Ge...
107: Adjust Your Mindset - Nick Mann chats with us about why personal wellness is so important for teachers, how he learned to fail forward, and how you can take small steps to be healthier every day.
September 29, 2019 22:05 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBFitness expert, Marine Corp Veteran, and founder of TeacherFit, Nick Man, chats with us about why personal wellness is so important for teachers, how he learned to fail forward, and how you can take small steps to be healthier every day. Nick shares how a simple mindset adjustment can change the way you think and feel about exercise, why he is on a mission to help teachers be healthier, and how a simple morning routine can set your day up for success. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/ni...
106: Empower Students as Creators - Monica Burns chats with us about empowering students as creators, and the power of purposefully checking in with others every day.
September 26, 2019 01:26 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBSpeaker, author, and consultant, Monica Burns, chats with us about empowering students as creators, giving kids opportunities to work on projects big and small, and the power of purposefully checking in with others every day. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/monicaburns2 Episode Highlights 2:00 - Rae interrupts Jeff to talk about her classroom...because it's all about Rae. 3:04 - Rae loves Seesaw. 6:32 - Chatting about the 2020 IDEAcon presented by the Illinois Digital Educators Alli...
105: Be Consistent. Be flexible. - Barbara Mascareno chats with us about teaching content in a context that helps students retain it better, the power of flexibility, and how we can work to incorporat
September 22, 2019 13:15 - 34 minutes - 32.3 MBScience teacher, writer, and owner of Spanish4Kiddos, Barbara Mascareno, chats with us about teaching content in a context that helps students retain it better, the power of flexibility, and how we can work to incorporate language in all content areas. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/barbaramascareno Episode Highlights 1:11 - Jeff and Rae commit to learning how to speak Spanish. 4:03 - Next steps if you want to expanding your knowledge. Attend Conferences National Association of Bi...
AUDIO BLOG - 5 Out of the Box Ways to Engage TEACHERS in Professional Development
September 21, 2019 13:30 - 4 minutes - 4.04 MBThis is an audio version of the blog post, "5 Out of the Box Ways to Engage TEACHERS in Professional Development" Written by Lauren Salsinger (@diaryofa21stcenturyteacher). Read by Jeff Gargas (@jeffgargas). Read the post at www.teachbetter.com/blog/5-out-of-the-box-ways-to-engage-teachers-in-professional-development. IN THIS POST: As a Student Learning Coach, providing meaningful professional development for my teachers is so important. There are 5 out of the box ways to engage teacher...
104: Do Your New Best - Jake Miller chats with us about sharing more in order to help more teachers help more students, finding what best fits your style, and being the best teacher you've ever been.
September 19, 2019 14:37 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBEducational Duct Tape Podcast host, Jake Miller, chats with us about sharing more in order to help more teachers help more students, finding what best fits your style, and being the best teacher you've ever been. Jake chats about figuring out what the need is and then finding the right tool, properly planning and preparing for presentations, and the power of trying something new. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/jakemiller Episode Highlights 2:00 - Chatting about Jeff's favorite thing...
103: Through A Culturally Diverse Lens. - Sheldon Eakins chats with us about learning as much as we can about our students' cultures, and how to address issues of equity.
September 16, 2019 12:02 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MB<span data-mce-type="bookmark" style="display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;" class="mce_SELRES_start"></span> Director of Special Education, and Director of the Leading Equity Center, Sheldon Eakins, chats with us about about learning as much as we can about our students' cultures, and how to address issues of equity. Sheldon talks about what we might be missing culturally, the power of sharing your own culture with students, and why we need to make sure we'r...
AUDIO BLOG - 9 Ways to Fix Your Lesson Plans - Connect your Content
September 14, 2019 02:01 - 4 minutes - 3.7 MBThis is an audio version of the blog post, "9 Ways to Fix Your Lesson Plans - Connect your Content" Written by Rae Hughart (@raehughart). Read by Rae Hughart Read the post at www.teachbetter.com/blog/connect-your-content-to-fix-your-lesson-plans --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teach-better-talk/message
102: Motivate, educate, and differentiate. - Pam Olivieri chats with us about focusing on more than a test score, letting our students see that we're excited about the content, and the importance of n
September 12, 2019 08:00 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBPam Olivieri chats with us about focusing on more than a test score, letting our students see that we're excited about the content, and the importance of not just building relationships, but also having a plan. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/pamolivieri Episode Highlights 1:27 - Chatting about some FREE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT going on in our private Facebook Group. Previous topics: September 6: 7 Changes That Could Save Your Teaching Career September 10: One Rule to Rule Them Al...
101: Finding The "Why" Before the "What" - Stephanie Howell chats with us about focusing on the "why" in education and then finding the "what" that aligns with it.
September 09, 2019 10:47 - 31 minutes - 29 MBInstructional Technology Coordinator, Stephanie Howell, chats with us about focusing on the "why" in education and then finding the "what" that aligns with it. Stephanie shares the challenges she's faced as a younger teacher in a leadership role, the power of connecting with others that can help you grow, and the importance of remembering what you said you were going to do when you were in the interview chair. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/stephaniehowell Episode Highlights 1:28 - ...
AUDIO BLOG - Setting the Bar – 3 Tips to Help Our Students Meet and Exceed Our Expectations
September 07, 2019 08:00 - 7 minutes - 6.72 MBThis is an audio version of the blog post, "Setting the Bar – 3 Tips to Help Our Students Meet and Exceed Our Expectations" Written by Michael Jennings (@THEschmike). Read by Rae Hughart (@RaeHughart) Read the post at www.teachbetter.com/blog/setting-the-bar-3-tips-to-help-our-students-meet-exceed-our-expectations/ In This Post: Everyone is happy when those expectations are met and we LOVE it when our students exceed our expectations! If we are working daily to offer our students opport...
100: Tim Cavey Takes Over Teach Better Talk - The Teachers On Fire host flips the mic on Jeff and Rae for our 100th episode.
September 05, 2019 02:23 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBTim Cavey, host of the Teachers On Fire Podcast, flips the mic on Jeff and Rae for our 100th episode. Tim chats with us about the journey to 100, what we love about producing the podcast, how the show has grown, and the challenges we've faced along the way. We discuss the ups and downs so far, who has helped us get here, and what we're looking forward to in the next 100 episodes. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/episode100 Episode Highlights 0:36 - How does it feel to get to 100 episod...
99: Fail. Reflect. Move Forward. - Amber Heffner chats with us about learning from failures, reflecting in order to grow, and rethinking the way we facilitate education.
September 02, 2019 13:53 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MBIDEA Executive Director, Amber Heffner, chats with us about learning from failures, reflecting in order to grow, and rethinking the way we facilitate education. Amber shares her journey to becoming Executive Director of IDEA, why she credits a failure for getting her there, and talks about why the passion of teachers has her excited about education right now. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/amberheffner Episode Highlights 0:53 - Rae tries to blame Jeff for an idea she actually had, t...
BONUS EPISODE - Rae's Keynote Talk at the Hot Springs Tech Institute - June 2019
September 01, 2019 00:52 - 1 hour - 57 MBThis is the audio from Rae's keynote talk at the Hot Springs Technology Institute in June, 2019. Rae shares insight into how teachers and IT leaders can work together so that technology is used effectively and efficiently to reach more students. For more on the Hot Springs Technology Institute, visit: www.hsti.org. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teach-better-talk/message
98: Learn to Love Failure - Meghan Deegan chats with us about the power of reflection, getting over the fear of failure, and surrounding yourself with the right people.
August 29, 2019 14:29 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBMeghan Deegan chats with us about the power of reflection, getting over the fear of failure, and surrounding yourself with the right people. Meghan shares how she learned to love failure, why we need to instill that same love in our students, and how we can question ourselves in the right way. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/meghandeegan Episode Highlights 0:46 - Previewing the episode with Meghan Deegan. 1:33 - Breaking down what The Grid Method is. 9:36 - Meghan introduces herse...
97: Start A Revolution - Derek McCoy chats with us about loving what we do and who we do it with, bringing the excitement and joy, and how magic can take place if we embrace it.
August 26, 2019 03:30 - 40 minutes - 37.8 MBDirector of Learning and Innovation, and author of "The Revolution," Derek McCoy, chats with us about loving what we do and who we do it with, bringing the excitement and joy, and how magic can take place if we embrace it. Derek talks about doing better for our learners, taking care of ourselves, and how change is the only constant we have in our lives. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/derekmccoy Episode Highlights 1:07 - Highlighting some featured speakers at the Teach Better Confere...