For our first official episode of our 7th year on the pod, we welcome veteran Ed's Not Dead guest, Phyllis Fagell on the pod. Phyllis is a licensed clinical professional counselor, certified professional school counselor and journalist. We discuss her most recent book, Middle School Superpowers: Raising Resilient Tweens in Turbulent Times, what's changed since her last appearance on the pod, and what's next for middle school life.  Buy Phyllis' book via her website: https://phyllisfagell.com/ or anywhere you get your books! Follow Phyllis on Twitter https://twitter.com/Pfagell and Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/phyllislfagell/  Big shout out to Tom Siddons at Sleepy Lizard Avocado Farm in Florida! Buy your avocados and mangoes today via his website @  https://www.guacfarm.com/home 

For our first official episode of our 7th year on the pod, we welcome veteran Ed's Not Dead guest, Phyllis Fagell on the pod. Phyllis is a licensed clinical professional counselor, certified professional school counselor and journalist. We discuss her most recent book, Middle School Superpowers: Raising Resilient Tweens in Turbulent Times, what's changed since her last appearance on the pod, and what's next for middle school life.  Buy Phyllis' book via her website: <a href="https://phyllisfagell.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://phyllisfagell.com/</a> or anywhere you get your books! Follow Phyllis on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/Pfagell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/Pfagell</a> and Facebook @ <a href="https://www.facebook.com/phyllislfagell/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/phyllislfagell/</a> Big shout out to Tom Siddons at Sleepy Lizard Avocado Farm in Florida! Buy your avocados and mangoes today via his website @  <a href="https://www.guacfarm.com/home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.guacfarm.com/home</a>

Superpowers and Avocados (701)

Hugh Hewitt

The gang is back...for an hour LOL After a lengthy hiatus due to personal and professional obligations, the dudes are back in force. The dudes discuss the recent Hugh Hewitt piece on banning smartphones in school, catch up on the year in review, talk about summer plans, and what's next for the Ed's Not Dead team (hint: Ed is DEFINITELY not dead)!

The gang is back...for an hour LOL After a lengthy hiatus due to personal and professional obligations, the dudes are back in force. The dudes discuss the recent Hugh Hewitt piece on <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2023/06/09/ban-smartphones-k12-schools/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">banning smartphones in school,</a> catch up on the year in review, talk about summer plans, and what's next for the Ed's Not Dead team (hint: Ed is DEFINITELY not dead)!

Hangin' at Dino's with Hugh Hewitt

The Superintendent Series (Part 2 with Dr. Monifa McKnight) The Series continues with Ed’s Not Dead’s examination of the courage and lived experiences of school system leaders and the successes and challenges of public school systems. We’ll be interviewing three courageous leaders who are leading their school systems to better days after three immensely difficult years. This episode features Dr. Monifa McKnight, Superintendent of the Montgomery County Public School System in Maryland - the 15th largest school system in the nation. Over the last two decades plus Dr. McKnight has served as a classroom teacher, staff development teacher, school based leader and middle school principal, led MCPS’s program to develop school-based leaders, deputy superintendent, and now the first African American female superintendent in one of the premier school system’s in the nation.

The Superintendent Series (Part 2 with Dr. Monifa McKnight) The Series continues with Ed’s Not Dead’s examination of the courage and lived experiences of school system leaders and the successes and challenges of public school systems. We’ll be interviewing three courageous leaders who are leading their school systems to better days after three immensely difficult years. This episode features Dr. Monifa McKnight, Superintendent of the Montgomery County Public School System in Maryland - the 15th largest school system in the nation. Over the last two decades plus Dr. McKnight has served as a classroom teacher, staff development teacher, school based leader and middle school principal, led MCPS’s program to develop school-based leaders, deputy superintendent, and now the first African American female superintendent in one of the premier school system’s in the nation.

We Don't Talk About Feedback (603)

On today's pod, we welcome a very special guest in our Superintendent Series with Dr. Darryl Williams, superintendent of the Baltimore County Public School system. Dr. Williams is a highly experienced and successful educational leader who has held a variety of important roles in public ed: from teacher to principal to superintendent, Dr. Williams has spent 30 plus years improving outcomes for students and we are so excited to have him on the pod! We also discuss Stephanie Saul's piece about the NYU Organic Chemistry professor who was fired after students started a petition and shared their grievances about his teaching and communication styles. Who is to blame?  https://www.nytimes.com/2022/10/03/us/nyu-organic-chemistry-petition.html

On today's pod, we welcome a very special guest in our Superintendent Series with Dr. Darryl Williams, superintendent of the Baltimore County Public School system. Dr. Williams is a highly experienced and successful educational leader who has held a variety of important roles in public ed: from teacher to principal to superintendent, Dr. Williams has spent 30 plus years improving outcomes for students and we are so excited to have him on the pod! We also discuss Stephanie Saul's piece about the NYU Organic Chemistry professor who was fired after students started a petition and shared their grievances about his teaching and communication styles. Who is to blame? <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2022/10/03/us/nyu-organic-chemistry-petition.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.nytimes.com/2022/10/03/us/nyu-organic-chemistry-petition.html</a>

A Toddler's Guide to Organic Chemistry (602)

The dudes have returned with gusto! They talk about the dreaded teacher shortage, teacher certification and degrees, and much more.  https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2022/09/13/teacher-requirements-shortage-jobs/ The gang also chats with Scott Joftus, co-founder and president FourPoint Education. FourPoint engages with school systems and leaders in the areas of school and district improvement, system reviews and strategic planning, and leadership development. Joftus is also a member of the Montgomery County, Maryland board of education, the 14th largest school system in the United States.

The dudes have returned with gusto! They talk about the dreaded teacher shortage, teacher certification and degrees, and much more. <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2022/09/13/teacher-requirements-shortage-jobs/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2022/09/13/teacher-requirements-shortage-jobs/</a> The gang also chats with Scott Joftus, co-founder and president FourPoint Education. FourPoint engages with school systems and leaders in the areas of school and district improvement, system reviews and strategic planning, and leadership development. Joftus is also a member of the Montgomery County, Maryland board of education, the 14th largest school system in the United States.

Unpacking the Teacher Shortage 601

How can middle school leaders ease the transition to high school?  https://www.k12dive.com/news/how-can-middle-school-leaders-ease-the-transition-to-high-school/625897/ What is most important when planning for transitions between schools, individual grade levels, and what do we know what works in the best interest of kids?

How can middle school leaders ease the transition to high school? <a href="https://www.k12dive.com/news/how-can-middle-school-leaders-ease-the-transition-to-high-school/625897/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.k12dive.com/news/how-can-middle-school-leaders-ease-the-transition-to-high-school/625897/</a> What is most important when planning for transitions between schools, individual grade levels, and what do we know what works in the best interest of kids?

Transitions Over Traditions (507)

The guys are back from a semi-hiatus, and discuss the awful events from Uvalde, as well as getting up to speed from our last episode.  We also had the pleasure of bringing teacher, and instructional leader Miriam Plotinsky on the show to talk about her new book: Teach More, Hover Less: How to Stop Micromanaging Your Secondary Classroom.  https://www.amazon.com/Teach-More-Hover-Less-Micromanaging/dp/1324019875

The guys are back from a semi-hiatus, and discuss the awful events from Uvalde, as well as getting up to speed from our last episode.  We also had the pleasure of bringing teacher, and instructional leader Miriam Plotinsky on the show to talk about her new book: Teach More, Hover Less: How to Stop Micromanaging Your Secondary Classroom. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Teach-More-Hover-Less-Micromanaging/dp/1324019875" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.amazon.com/Teach-More-Hover-Less-Micromanaging/dp/1324019875</a>

Teach More, Hover Less (506)

Bear is Watching (505)

It's time for YOUR questions! We picked a whole boot load of questions that you had on your mind about education, schools, edpolicy, the super bowl, and more! Listen and enjoy AND happy new year!  NOTE: apologies if this shows up in your feed more than once! We messed up the original audio file!

It's time for YOUR questions! We picked a whole boot load of questions that you had on your mind about education, schools, edpolicy, the super bowl, and more! Listen and enjoy AND happy new year! NOTE: apologies if this shows up in your feed more than once! We messed up the original audio file!

Mailbag Episode - Re-Upload!

It's time for YOUR questions! We picked a whole boot load of questions that you had on your mind about education, schools, edpolicy, the super bowl, and more! Listen and enjoy AND happy new year!

It's time for YOUR questions! We picked a whole boot load of questions that you had on your mind about education, schools, edpolicy, the super bowl, and more! Listen and enjoy AND happy new year!

TAKE 2: Special Episode - Listener Mailbag!

We're not your average education podcast.Whether you're a teacher, parent, education wonk, or concerned citizen, this is your place to learn about the hottest issues affecting education, like reform, teaching tips, policy, and more. Your three hosts, Robby, Pete, and Casey, rarely agree. That's what makes it fun. What we do share is a profound commitment to improving education.Tune in: http://edsnotdeadpc.libsyn.com/Want more? Check out our blog and website at http://edsnotdead.com!

Always insightful, informative, and relevant to the current issues in education. Keep it up!

Excellent

Highly recommend, and not just because my son is involved!

Great podcast

We're not your average education podcast. Whether you're a teacher, parent, education wonk, or concerned citizen, this is your place to learn about the hottest issues affecting education, like reform, teaching tips, policy, and more. Your three hosts, Robby, Pete, and Casey, rarely agree. That's what makes it fun. What we do share is a profound commitment to improving education. Tune in: <a href="http://edsnotdeadpc.libsyn.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://edsnotdeadpc.libsyn.com/</a> Want more? Check out our blog and website at <a href="http://edsnotdead.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://edsnotdead.com</a>!

Ed's (Not) Dead Podcast - The All Things Education Podcast

Zaretta Hammond

Show Notes: During today's show, we discuss the following topics during our first segment:  From the Washington Post piece on private school enrollment (below), how are private schools contributing to school segregation? To what extent are private schools necessary for a high-functioning education system?  In our second segment, we have THE Zaretta Hammond on our show, author of Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain. Zaretta Hammond joins us from the beautiful state of California, right after a full day of leading professional development! Resources Mentioned/Referenced:  New research says schools don’t matter much in helping kids climb the economic ladder  Private School enrollment contributes to school segregation Zaretta Hammond's Blog "Ready4Rigor" Guest Information: Zaretta Hammond is the author of the bestselling book, Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain. Zaretta is a former writing teacher turned equity freedom fighter and over 19 years ago, Zaretta moved from supporting students in her classroom to supporting teachers who are committed to getting better results with their culturally and linguistically diverse students. Zaretta has trained instructional coaches, designed national seminars for teachers and school leaders and is a regular presenter at national conferences for education. Zaretta's research revolves around literacy, vocabulary development and equity. Zaretta established and writes for the blog "Ready4Rigor" and is most widely known at present for her more recent publication: "Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain." Finally, Zaretta is the proud parent of two young adult children, both of whom she taught to read before they went to school. She resides in Berkeley, California with her husband and family. So let’s get into it

Show Notes: During today's show, we discuss the following topics during our first segment: <ul> <li>From the Washington Post piece on private school enrollment (below), how are private schools contributing to school segregation?</li> <li>To what extent are private schools necessary for a high-functioning education system?</li> </ul> In our second segment, we have THE Zaretta Hammond on our show, author of Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain. Zaretta Hammond joins us from the beautiful state of California, right after a full day of leading professional development! Resources Mentioned/Referenced: <a href="http://hechingerreport.org/somebody-lied-education-alone-cant-dismantle-white-supremacy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> New research says schools don’t matter much in helping kids climb the economic ladder</a> <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/education/private-school-enrollment-contributes-to-school-segregation-study-finds/2017/11/24/b34aa654-d142-11e7-81bc-c55a220c8cbe_story.html?tid=ss_tw&amp;utm_term=.378d1496718d" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Private School enrollment contributes to school segregation</a> Zaretta Hammond's Blog "<a href="http://crtandthebrain.com/blog/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ready4Rigor</a>" Guest Information: Zaretta Hammond is the author of the bestselling book, Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain. Zaretta is a former writing teacher turned equity freedom fighter and over 19 years ago, Zaretta moved from supporting students in her classroom to supporting teachers who are committed to getting better results with their culturally and linguistically diverse students. Zaretta has trained instructional coaches, designed national seminars for teachers and school leaders and is a regular presenter at national conferences for education. Zaretta's research revolves around literacy, vocabulary development and equity. Zaretta established and writes for the blog "Ready4Rigor" and is most widely known at present for her more recent publication: "Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain." Finally, Zaretta is the proud parent of two young adult children, both of whom she taught to read before they went to school. She resides in Berkeley, California with her husband and family. So let’s get into it

S1E9: Implicit Bias with Zaretta Hammond and the end of private schools!

MLK day has come and gone. But what can we do to make it more than just a day out of the year? As we consider the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Ed's (Not) Dead this week brings you our very first equity series... @petercrable @rwdodd @chsiddons From Episode 109 with @Ready4Rigor, THE Zaretta Hammond, we discuss the dangers of deficit thinking, and how to build the capacity of our colleagues to use brain science in promoting culturally responsive teaching.

MLK day has come and gone. But what can we do to make it more than just a day out of the year? As we consider the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Ed's (Not) Dead this week brings you our very first equity series... @petercrable @rwdodd @chsiddons From Episode 109 with @Ready4Rigor, THE Zaretta Hammond, we discuss the dangers of deficit thinking, and how to build the capacity of our colleagues to use brain science in promoting culturally responsive teaching.

Equity Series: The Dangers of Deficit Thinking w/ Zaretta Hammond (109)

The Wrath of Khan (Academy): To what extent is Khan Academy replacing or supplanting regular classroom instruction? What are the upsides and downsides of the increasing use of services such as Khan Academy on student learning and the teaching force in general? During today's episode, we use the Chalkbeat article entitled:  "How Khan Academy, the popular free tool for students, wants to play a more official role in America’s classrooms" Interview with Lee, high school student: Last week, Jeremy Adams from the LA Times  wrote an Op-Ed complaining about how kids don't like reading anymore. Meanwhile, an incredibly well-versed student from across the country  wrote an outstanding and pithy response that summed up the generational difference succinctly. Dear Betsy is back! From the Washington Post, the gang discusses how incredibly awesome and amazing back to school tour by Dear Betsy that doesn't really include public schools:  "Where Betsy Devos Started her back to school tour says it all about her agenda"

The Wrath of Khan (Academy): To what extent is Khan Academy replacing or supplanting regular classroom instruction? What are the upsides and downsides of the increasing use of services such as Khan Academy on student learning and the teaching force in general? During today's episode, we use the Chalkbeat article entitled: <a href="https://www.chalkbeat.org/posts/us/2019/09/13/how-khan-academy-the-popular-free-tool-for-students-wants-to-play-a-more-official-role-in-americas-classrooms/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> "How Khan Academy, the popular free tool for students, wants to play a more official role in America’s classrooms"</a> Interview with Lee, high school student: Last week, Jeremy Adams from the LA Times <a href="https://www.latimes.com/opinion/story/2019-08-22/death-of-reading-high-school-cellphone" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> wrote an Op-Ed complaining about how kids don't like reading anymore</a>. Meanwhile, an incredibly well-versed student from across the country <a href="https://www.latimes.com/opinion/story/2019-08-28/teens-reading-fewer-books" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> wrote an outstanding and pithy response that summed up the generational difference succinctly</a>. Dear Betsy is back! From the Washington Post, the gang discusses how incredibly awesome and amazing back to school tour by Dear Betsy that doesn't really include public schools: <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2019/09/16/where-betsy-devos-started-her-back-to-school-tour-says-it-all-about-her-agenda/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> "Where Betsy Devos Started her back to school tour says it all about her agenda"</a>

The Wrath of Khan (Academy) 302

Andrew Marcinek

Show Notes: During today's interview segment, we chat with Andrew Marcinek, former (and first) Chief Open Education Adviser for the US Department of Education, and current Chief Information Officer at Worcester Academy in Worcester, Massachusetts.  In his role at the Department of Education, Andrew focused on accelerating the adoption of open education policies within the Department and across the federal government. As part of this campaign, Andrew organized a White House event that launched a national movement called #GoOpen and brought together EdTech companies, district and state leaders, and nonprofits. His ultimate goal was to increase the curation and sharing of open educational materials by educators throughout the country. Prior to that, he served as Director of Technology, Instructional Technology Specialist, and secondary English teacher in schools in Massachusetts and Pennsylvania.   During our discussion, we ask Andrew about his role as Chief Information Officer at Worcester Academy, how the use of technology may be impeding student learning and widening achievement gaps, and what #EdTech may look like in the coming years and decades. Questions and Resources: 1. Recently, research from Finland was published that said that  "digital-based curriculum impedes learning" - what kind of balance should teachers seek when utilizing technology in their classrooms? Is there a right/wrong way to do so? 2. In your previous work, you worked to integrate 1:1 technology learning environment for schools. What does a 1:1 classroom look like in an ideal environment and how should school leadership teams go about facilitating this work? 3. With more and more student data being shared and hosted online (e.g., Google Apps for Education), and with your depth of experience as it pertains to implementing technology in schools, what are your concerns for the future of student privacy? What are some things that schools/teachers/families should concern themselves with?

Show Notes: During today's interview segment, we chat with Andrew Marcinek, former (and first) Chief Open Education Adviser for the US Department of Education, and current Chief Information Officer at Worcester Academy in Worcester, Massachusetts.  In his role at the Department of Education, Andrew focused on accelerating the adoption of open education policies within the Department and across the federal government. As part of this campaign, Andrew organized a White House event that launched a national movement called #GoOpen and brought together EdTech companies, district and state leaders, and nonprofits. His ultimate goal was to increase the curation and sharing of open educational materials by educators throughout the country. Prior to that, he served as Director of Technology, Instructional Technology Specialist, and secondary English teacher in schools in Massachusetts and Pennsylvania.   During our discussion, we ask Andrew about his role as Chief Information Officer at Worcester Academy, how the use of technology may be impeding student learning and widening achievement gaps, and what #EdTech may look like in the coming years and decades. Questions and Resources: 1. Recently, research from Finland was published that said that <a href="https://yle.fi/uutiset/osasto/news/finlands_digital-based_curriculum_impedes_learning_researcher_finds/10514984" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> "digital-based curriculum impedes learning"</a> - what kind of balance should teachers seek when utilizing technology in their classrooms? Is there a right/wrong way to do so? 2. In your previous work, you worked to integrate 1:1 technology learning environment for schools. What does a 1:1 classroom look like in an ideal environment and how should school leadership teams go about facilitating this work? 3. With more and more student data being shared and hosted online (e.g., Google Apps for Education), and with your depth of experience as it pertains to implementing technology in schools, what are your concerns for the future of student privacy? What are some things that schools/teachers/families should concern themselves with?

The Future of Tech in the Classroom with Andrew Marcinek (205)

Only two episodes left for season 2! Tune in today! Today's episode focuses on a recent Propublica piece: How Teach for America Evolved Into an Arm of the Charter School Movement: https://www.propublica.org/article/how-teach-for-america-evolved-into-an-arm-of-the-charter-school-movement - the gang discusses the variety of impacts TFA has on schools across the country, along with the impact of its financial sources. We also have an incredible interview with Phyllis Fagell about why middle school matters and all about her upcoming book of the same title! "Middle School Matters": https://www.amazon.com/Middle-School-Matters-Beyond-Parents/dp/0738235083/  Propublica Discussion: How Teach for America Evolved Into an Arm of the Charter School Movement: https://www.propublica.org/article/how-teach-for-america-evolved-into-an-arm-of-the-charter-school-movement Interview with Phyllis Fagell: Check out her website: http://www.phyllisfagell.com/ and her upcoming book, "Middle School Matters": https://www.amazon.com/Middle-School-Matters-Beyond-Parents/dp/0738235083/ 

Only two episodes left for season 2! Tune in today! Today's episode focuses on a recent Propublica piece: How Teach for America Evolved Into an Arm of the Charter School Movement: <a href="https://www.propublica.org/article/how-teach-for-america-evolved-into-an-arm-of-the-charter-school-movement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.propublica.org/article/how-teach-for-america-evolved-into-an-arm-of-the-charter-school-movement</a> - the gang discusses the variety of impacts TFA has on schools across the country, along with the impact of its financial sources. We also have an incredible interview with Phyllis Fagell about why middle school matters and all about her upcoming book of the same title! "Middle School Matters": <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Middle-School-Matters-Beyond-Parents/dp/0738235083/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Middle-School-Matters-Beyond-Parents/dp/0738235083/ </a> Propublica Discussion: How Teach for America Evolved Into an Arm of the Charter School Movement: <a href="https://www.propublica.org/article/how-teach-for-america-evolved-into-an-arm-of-the-charter-school-movement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.propublica.org/article/how-teach-for-america-evolved-into-an-arm-of-the-charter-school-movement</a> Interview with Phyllis Fagell: Check out her website: <a href="http://www.phyllisfagell.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.phyllisfagell.com/</a> and her upcoming book, "Middle School Matters": <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Middle-School-Matters-Beyond-Parents/dp/0738235083/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Middle-School-Matters-Beyond-Parents/dp/0738235083/</a>

The TFA Boogeyman and Why Middle School Matters (215)

Erica Buddington

MLK day has come and gone. But what can we do to make it more than just a day out of the year? As we consider the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Ed's (Not) Dead this week brings you our very first equity series...  From Episode 206: We talk with @EricaBuddington about how she and the @LangstonLeague are developing culturally relevant AND responsive curriculum (hint: they're not the same thing!).

MLK day has come and gone. But what can we do to make it more than just a day out of the year? As we consider the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Ed's (Not) Dead this week brings you our very first equity series... From Episode 206: We talk with @EricaBuddington about how she and the @LangstonLeague are developing culturally relevant AND responsive curriculum (hint: they're not the same thing!).

Equity Series: Culturally Relevant AND Responsive Curriculum w/ Erica Buddington (206)

The gang's back for Season 3! Check out our season premiere episode where we discuss the legacy of Robby's dad, Dr. Alan Dodd, and spend a whole bootload of time discussing the Kim Brooks NY Times piece on how we are ruining childhood "...children today are more depressed than they were during the Great Depression and more anxious than they were at the height of the Cold War." Episode Resources: Feedspot Top 20 Podcast! https://blog.feedspot.com/educational_podcasts/ Seven ways parents and educators can improve kids middle school experience: https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/on-parenting/seven-ways-parents-and-educators-can-improve-kids-middle-school-experience/2019/09/02/ad8eb938-bed2-11e9-a5c6-1e74f7ec4a93_story.html We have ruined childhood: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/08/17/opinion/sunday/childhood-suicide-depression-anxiety.html

The gang's back for Season 3! Check out our season premiere episode where we discuss the legacy of Robby's dad, Dr. Alan Dodd, and spend a whole bootload of time discussing the Kim Brooks NY Times piece on how we are ruining childhood "...children today are more depressed than they were during the Great Depression and more anxious than they were at the height of the Cold War." Episode Resources: Feedspot Top 20 Podcast! <a href="https://blog.feedspot.com/educational_podcasts/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blog.feedspot.com/educational_podcasts/</a> Seven ways parents and educators can improve kids middle school experience: <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/on-parenting/seven-ways-parents-and-educators-can-improve-kids-middle-school-experience/2019/09/02/ad8eb938-bed2-11e9-a5c6-1e74f7ec4a93_story.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/on-parenting/seven-ways-parents-and-educators-can-improve-kids-middle-school-experience/2019/09/02/ad8eb938-bed2-11e9-a5c6-1e74f7ec4a93_story.html</a> We have ruined childhood: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2019/08/17/opinion/sunday/childhood-suicide-depression-anxiety.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nytimes.com/2019/08/17/opinion/sunday/childhood-suicide-depression-anxiety.html</a>

We're Ruining Childhood (301)

Rick Wormeli

In our second encore episode, we interview Mr. Rick Wormeli, who is a national voice in standards based grading, differentiated instruction, and all things education. Rick Wormeli was one of the first Nationally Board Certified teachers in America, he brings 38 years of teaching experience in math, science, English, physical education, health, and history, and coaching teachers and principals. Rick’s work has been featured on Good Morning America, National Geographic Magazine, and the Washington Post. He is a frequent contributor to AMLE Magazine, and ASCD’s Education Leadership Magazine. Rick is the author of the award-winning book, Meet Me in the Middle, as well as the best-selling books Day One and Beyond, Fair Isn’t Always Equal, among others.

In our second encore episode, we interview Mr. Rick Wormeli, who is a national voice in standards based grading, differentiated instruction, and all things education. Rick Wormeli was one of the first Nationally Board Certified teachers in America, he brings 38 years of teaching experience in math, science, English, physical education, health, and history, and coaching teachers and principals. Rick’s work has been featured on Good Morning America, National Geographic Magazine, and the Washington Post. He is a frequent contributor to AMLE Magazine, and ASCD’s Education Leadership Magazine. Rick is the author of the award-winning book, Meet Me in the Middle, as well as the best-selling books Day One and Beyond, Fair Isn’t Always Equal, among others.

ENCORE: Grades: the what, why, and how with Rick Wormeli

Charlotte Danielson

Show Notes: Article on the docket for today's episode: "From the picket line to the charter school: The path union members should walk" by Jay Matthews of the Washington Post. * What role should/can charter schools play in the education of our citizenry? * Are all charter school funders coming from a greedy / non-educational place? https://tinyurl.com/yyrfcfrg   Interview with Charlotte Danielson: * What is the Danielson Framework and how did it come about? * To what extent are value added measures effective in evaluating the performance of teachers? * How has the role of principal changed in supporting the development of teachers? * What else should we be looking at to create highly functioning schools?

Show Notes: Article on the docket for today's episode: "From the picket line to the charter school: The path union members should walk" by Jay Matthews of the Washington Post. * What role should/can charter schools play in the education of our citizenry? * Are all charter school funders coming from a greedy / non-educational place? <a href="https://tinyurl.com/yyrfcfrg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://tinyurl.com/yyrfcfrg</a> Interview with Charlotte Danielson: * What is the Danielson Framework and how did it come about? * To what extent are value added measures effective in evaluating the performance of teachers? * How has the role of principal changed in supporting the development of teachers? * What else should we be looking at to create highly functioning schools?

The Fog of Charter Schools & an interview w/ Charlotte Danielson (211)

Show Notes: The LA Teacher Strike: what is happening and why in the second largest school district in the nation. Why They’re Broke: https://www.sacbee.com/news/politics-government/capitol-alert/article223799285.html Strike Overview: https://www.latimes.com/local/education/la-me-edu-los-angeles-teachers-strike-reasons-20190109-story.html  https://www.nytimes.com/2019/01/07/us/teacher-strike-lausd-utla.html Interview with Erica Buddington, Founder of the Langston League: http://www.langstonleague.org/ Erica is a Dean of Students at a Bushwick Middle School, HBO Def Jam Poet, author, YouTube sensation and overall educator-extraordinaire from Brooklyn, New York. Erica is also the Chief Curriculum Officer for the Langston League - a culturally responsive/relevant curriculum design firm that specializes in student workshops, professional development sessions, and more. The Langston League is a team of unconventional educators seeking to address educational and opportunistic inequalities in at-promise neighborhoods through culturally relevant/responsive, fun, and equitable curriculum. The League's primary focus is literacy, infused with STEAMD elements - science, technology, engineering, arts, mathematics, and design.

Show Notes: The LA Teacher Strike: what is happening and why in the second largest school district in the nation. Why They’re Broke: <a href="https://www.sacbee.com/news/politics-government/capitol-alert/article223799285.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sacbee.com/news/politics-government/capitol-alert/article223799285.html</a> Strike Overview: <a href="https://www.latimes.com/local/education/la-me-edu-los-angeles-teachers-strike-reasons-20190109-story.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.latimes.com/local/education/la-me-edu-los-angeles-teachers-strike-reasons-20190109-story.html</a> <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2019/01/07/us/teacher-strike-lausd-utla.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.nytimes.com/2019/01/07/us/teacher-strike-lausd-utla.html</a> Interview with Erica Buddington, Founder of the Langston League: <a href="http://www.langstonleague.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.langstonleague.org/</a> Erica is a Dean of Students at a Bushwick Middle School, HBO Def Jam Poet, author, YouTube sensation and overall educator-extraordinaire from Brooklyn, New York. Erica is also the Chief Curriculum Officer for the Langston League - a culturally responsive/relevant curriculum design firm that specializes in student workshops, professional development sessions, and more. The Langston League is a team of unconventional educators seeking to address educational and opportunistic inequalities in at-promise neighborhoods through culturally relevant/responsive, fun, and equitable curriculum. The League's primary focus is literacy, infused with STEAMD elements - science, technology, engineering, arts, mathematics, and design.

The L.A. Teacher Strike & Erica Buddington of The Langston League (206)

The gang discusses content versus skills - where is the middle ground? As we move away from Common Core, what does this balance look like in schools? We use the Forbes article entitled "The Biggest Education News Story You've Never Heard Of" https://www.forbes.com/sites/nataliewexler/2019/05/12/the-biggest-education-news-story-youve-never-heard-of/#22c96b6f60d4 What gets taught in our schools and how?

The gang discusses content versus skills - where is the middle ground? As we move away from Common Core, what does this balance look like in schools? We use the Forbes article entitled "The Biggest Education News Story You've Never Heard Of" <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/nataliewexler/2019/05/12/the-biggest-education-news-story-youve-never-heard-of/#22c96b6f60d4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.forbes.com/sites/nataliewexler/2019/05/12/the-biggest-education-news-story-youve-never-heard-of/#22c96b6f60d4</a> What gets taught in our schools and how?

Housing Policy is Education Policy (215)

Jon Saphier

Show Notes: Today's show features a discussion about Rahm Emanuel's recent Mea Culpa published in the Atlantic entitled "I Used to Preach the Gospel of Education Reform. Then I Became the Mayor"  https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2019/02/policymakers-need-new-path-education-reform/581995/ * What does a system look like that focuses on building the capacity and leadership skills of principals?  * Principal-focused reform, versus teacher-based reform * Promoting principal autonomy - During part two, we interview THE Jon Saphier of Research for Better Teaching, and co-author of the incomparable Studying Skillful Teaching.  During our interview we discuss: * The recently unveiled "High Expertise Teaching Project"   * How to improve teacher prep programs * What structures can schools put in place to improve teacher performance?

Show Notes: Today's show features a discussion about Rahm Emanuel's recent Mea Culpa published in the Atlantic entitled "I Used to Preach the Gospel of Education Reform. Then I Became the Mayor" <a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2019/02/policymakers-need-new-path-education-reform/581995/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2019/02/policymakers-need-new-path-education-reform/581995/</a> * What does a system look like that focuses on building the capacity and leadership skills of principals?  * Principal-focused reform, versus teacher-based reform * Promoting principal autonomy - During part two, we interview THE Jon Saphier of <a href="https://www.rbteach.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Research for Better Teaching</a>, and co-author of the incomparable <a href="https://www.rbteach.com/store" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Studying Skillful Teaching</a>.  During our interview we discuss: * The recently unveiled "High Expertise Teaching Project" * How to improve teacher prep programs * What structures can schools put in place to improve teacher performance?

Rahm-a Culpa + Interview with Jon Saphier (210)

Show Notes: During today's show, we discuss the article by Clair Cain Miller in the New York Times called "The Relentlessness of Modern Parenting" and ultimately its impact on schools and teachers. * How does the "filling of time" lead to a "parenting gap" between poor and wealthy families?  * How is the type of parenting that is on the rise widening the reality between income levels? NYTimes - Britain’s Risky parks:  https://www.nytimes.com/2018/03/10/world/europe/britain-playgrounds-risk.html Dear Betsy News Round Up:  Betsy DeVos gets bad reviews from employees as morale at Education Department plummets, survey finds

Show Notes: During today's show, we discuss the article by Clair Cain Miller in the New York Times called "<a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2018/12/25/upshot/the-relentlessness-of-modern-parenting.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Relentlessness of Modern Parenting</a>" and ultimately its impact on schools and teachers. * How does the "filling of time" lead to a "parenting gap" between poor and wealthy families?  * How is the type of parenting that is on the rise widening the reality between income levels? NYTimes - Britain’s Risky parks: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2018/03/10/world/europe/britain-playgrounds-risk.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.nytimes.com/2018/03/10/world/europe/britain-playgrounds-risk.html</a> Dear Betsy News Round Up: <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2018/12/13/betsy-devos-gets-bad-reviews-employees-morale-education-department-plummets-survey-finds/?noredirect=on&amp;utm_term=.185e52d4db00" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Betsy DeVos gets bad reviews from employees as morale at Education Department plummets, survey finds</a>

The Perils of Modern Parenting + Opportunity (207)

Curtis Linton

MLK day has come and gone. But what can we do to make it more than just a day out of the year? As we consider the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Ed's (Not) Dead this week brings you our very first equity series... From Episode 106 with Curtis Linton of Curious Schools - how do we define equity in schools? How does greater student autonomy = greater equity, and the difference between multiculturalism and equity?

MLK day has come and gone. But what can we do to make it more than just a day out of the year? As we consider the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Ed's (Not) Dead this week brings you our very first equity series... From Episode 106 with Curtis Linton of Curious Schools - how do we define equity in schools? How does greater student autonomy = greater equity, and the difference between multiculturalism and equity?

Equity Series: Defining Equity with Curtis Linton (106)

Kathy Hoffman

Show Notes: How does seeing the state of public education in Arizona firsthand help you as you transition to this new role? Do you think an increase in teacher pay alone is enough to attract more, and better, teachers to Arizona? What are your plans for mitigating the absentee rate in Arizona? What are your thoughts on the use of vouchers and school choice in general in Arizona? Resources Mentioned:  Arizona Republic: One Arizona district has found a way to keep truant kids in school

Show Notes: How does seeing the state of public education in Arizona firsthand help you as you transition to this new role? Do you think an increase in teacher pay alone is enough to attract more, and better, teachers to Arizona? What are your plans for mitigating the absentee rate in Arizona? What are your thoughts on the use of vouchers and school choice in general in Arizona? Resources Mentioned: <a href="https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/politics/arizona-education/2018/12/19/arizona-students-chronic-absenteeism-solutions-tohono-oodham-nation-baboquivari-unified-school/2266474002/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Arizona Republic: One Arizona district has found a way to keep truant kids in school</a>

The Millennial State Superintendent - Interview w/ Kathy Hoffman (209)

Show Notes: Segment 1:  WaPost: Koch Brothers to get involved in K-12 education/policy During today's episode, the gang discusses the increasing influence of the Koch Brother's and their money in the realm of public education.  What will this dramatic increase of private investment mean for schools across the country? How will their political, economic, and social beliefs play a role in school infrastructure, school funding, curriculum, etc.?  Other Sources Discussed:  The Washington Post: The Daily #1  The Washington Post: The Daily #2

Show Notes: Segment 1: <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/at-koch-gathering-a-turn-away-from-partisan-politics/2019/01/28/5fcf3dac-22a2-11e9-90cd-dedb0c92dc17_story.html?utm_term=.63ef162a3d14" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> WaPost: Koch Brothers to get involved in K-12 education/policy</a> During today's episode, the gang discusses the increasing influence of the Koch Brother's and their money in the realm of public education.  What will this dramatic increase of private investment mean for schools across the country? How will their political, economic, and social beliefs play a role in school infrastructure, school funding, curriculum, etc.?  Other Sources Discussed: <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/powerpost/paloma/daily-202/2018/01/30/daily-202-koch-network-laying-groundwork-to-fundamentally-transform-america-s-education-system/5a6feb8530fb041c3c7d74db/?utm_term=.6b0814c21627" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Washington Post: The Daily #1</a> <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/powerpost/paloma/daily-202/2019/01/29/daily-202-koch-network-poised-to-scale-up-efforts-to-remake-k-12-education-with-a-pilot-project-in-five-states/5c4fd5091b326b29c3778cfa/?utm_term=.00a598f46a7b" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Washington Post: The Daily #2</a>

Public Ed., Brought to you by The Koch Brothers! (208)

Show Notes: * We discuss new policy proposals from the burgeoning 2020 presidential campaign field including Harris' plan to boost teacher pay from the federal level. How will it work? How will it be paid for? Will there be strings attached? How will it level the playing field between districts and states? * Casey quizzes Pete and Robby on their knowledge of the NCAA basketball tournament.

Show Notes: * We discuss new policy proposals from the burgeoning 2020 presidential campaign field including Harris' plan to boost teacher pay from the federal level. How will it work? How will it be paid for? Will there be strings attached? How will it level the playing field between districts and states? * Casey quizzes Pete and Robby on their knowledge of the NCAA basketball tournament.

How and why we should pay teachers more (212)

Show Notes: We discuss @TweenTeacher's @Edutopia piece (https://www.edutopia.org/article/decluttering-your-classroom) on decluttering one's classroom, how to reflect upon one's cluttered space, and the best ways in which your classroom can be decluttered.

Show Notes: We discuss @TweenTeacher's @Edutopia piece (<a href="https://www.edutopia.org/article/decluttering-your-classroom" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.edutopia.org/article/decluttering-your-classroom</a>) on decluttering one's classroom, how to reflect upon one's cluttered space, and the best ways in which your classroom can be decluttered.

Marie Kondo-ing Your Classroom (Teacher Tips) 214

Detracking in SUSD in mathematics: LeBron James Opened a School That Was Considered an Experiment. It’s Showing Promise. The inaugural class of third and fourth graders at the school has posted extraordinary results on its first set of test scores.  https://www.nytimes.com/2019/04/12/education/lebron-james-school-ohio.html Ending tracking in math - showing progress in SFUSD:  https://cacollaborative.org/sites/default/files/CA_Collaborative_SFUSD_Math.pdf "CONCLUSION: The allure of tradition is powerful, especially in public education. Influential leaders inside and outside of our school systems are often people who thrived in their own formal education settings. In SFUSD, however, traditional approaches to mathematics course sequencing and placement, even when amended to address key equity issues, failed to generate desired student outcomes." Quiz Show about the College Admissions Scandal!

Detracking in SUSD in mathematics: LeBron James Opened a School That Was Considered an Experiment. It’s Showing Promise. The inaugural class of third and fourth graders at the school has posted extraordinary results on its first set of test scores. <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2019/04/12/education/lebron-james-school-ohio.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.nytimes.com/2019/04/12/education/lebron-james-school-ohio.html</a> Ending tracking in math - showing progress in SFUSD: <a href="https://cacollaborative.org/sites/default/files/CA_Collaborative_SFUSD_Math.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://cacollaborative.org/sites/default/files/CA_Collaborative_SFUSD_Math.pdf</a> "CONCLUSION: The allure of tradition is powerful, especially in public education. Influential leaders inside and outside of our school systems are often people who thrived in their own formal education settings. In SFUSD, however, traditional approaches to mathematics course sequencing and placement, even when amended to address key equity issues, failed to generate desired student outcomes." Quiz Show about the College Admissions Scandal!

How to make math teachers mad (213)

Teacher Tips How to bring mindfulness into the classroom. What does mindfulness look like/sound like in the modern classroom?   Applying mindfulness to mundane classroom tasks:  https://www.edutopia.org/blog/applying-mindfulness-mundane-classroom-tasks-abby-wills   Mindfulness Resources from Edutopia  https://www.edutopia.org/article/mindfulness-resources   Mindfulness in High School  https://www.edutopia.org/article/mindfulness-high-school

Teacher Tips How to bring mindfulness into the classroom. What does mindfulness look like/sound like in the modern classroom? <ul> <li><a href="https://www.edutopia.org/blog/applying-mindfulness-mundane-classroom-tasks-abby-wills" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Applying mindfulness to mundane classroom tasks:</a></li> </ul> <a href="https://www.edutopia.org/blog/applying-mindfulness-mundane-classroom-tasks-abby-wills" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.edutopia.org/blog/applying-mindfulness-mundane-classroom-tasks-abby-wills</a> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.edutopia.org/article/mindfulness-resources" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Mindfulness Resources from Edutopia</a></li> </ul> <a href="https://www.edutopia.org/article/mindfulness-resources" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.edutopia.org/article/mindfulness-resources</a> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.edutopia.org/article/mindfulness-high-school" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Mindfulness in High School</a></li> </ul> <a href="https://www.edutopia.org/article/mindfulness-high-school" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.edutopia.org/article/mindfulness-high-school</a>

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