In this episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Tom Pesce, a unique educator who blends his passion for teaching with the art of magic. Tom shares his journey and insights on how educators can engage students by incorporating elements of surprise and personal interests into teaching.

Key Discussion Points:

Introduction to Tom Pesce: Tom is an experienced educator from New York, who also doubles as a magician and keynote speaker. His educational approach is heavily influenced by his background and the dynamic teaching styles of his parents.
Magic in the Classroom: Tom delves into how he uses magic to enhance his teaching methods, creating engaging and memorable learning experiences for his students. He discusses the parallels between magic and teaching, emphasizing the importance of surprise and engagement in the classroom.
Personal Journey and Influences: Tom shares his personal journey into education, influenced by his parents who were both educators. He also discusses how his interest in magic began and how it has been a vital part of his teaching methodology.
Educational Philosophy: Tom explains his philosophy of making education a thrilling experience for students. He emphasizes the importance of educators bringing their whole selves to their profession to inspire and connect with students.
Interactive Magic Session: In an exciting segment, Tom performs an interactive magic trick with AJ, demonstrating his skill in mentalism and engaging our hosts and listeners in a delightful surprise.
Challenges and Fulfillment in Education: Tom discusses the challenges and rewards of being an educator and a magician. He shares how he balances his dual careers and the joy he derives from making a positive impact on his students and audiences.
Future Aspirations: Looking ahead, Tom expresses his desire to impact more educators and students by integrating his teaching and magical skills to deliver motivational speeches and workshops across various educational settings.

Tom’s approach to education is a testament to the power of integrating personal passions with professional responsibilities. His ability to weave magic into his teaching not only captivates his students but also reiterates the potential of creative methodologies in education.

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In this episode of PodcastPD, hosts Chris Nesi and AJ Bianco dive into a range of questions sourced from the internet to offer invaluable insights for educators. Episode 139 explores themes such as salary negotiation for new teachers, the logistics and emotions of changing classrooms, supporting partners who are teachers, and coping with a challenging year professionally. Join us for a blend of practical advice and thoughtful discussion aimed at enhancing your professional journey.

Episode Highlights:1. Salary Negotiation: A listener contemplates how to approach negotiating a signing bonus along with a job offer. The hosts discuss the reality of such negotiations in the education sector and offer tips for financial planning during unpaid summer months. 2. Changing Classrooms: The conversation shifts to the often disruptive yet necessary process of classroom reassignments within schools. Chris and AJ share personal anecdotes and perspectives on maintaining a positive outlook and flexibility in the face of such changes. 3. Supporting a Partner in Teaching: The hosts tackle a listener's question about supporting a partner who teaches in a challenging educational environment. They emphasize the importance of listening, understanding, and providing the right kind of support at home. 4. Professional Challenges: Addressing a teacher's difficult year that may lead to a performance improvement plan, Chris and AJ discuss strategies for recovery and improvement, highlighting the importance of seeking help and adapting to professional demands.

Featured Discussions:* The impact of personal experiences on professional performance and how to seek appropriate support. * Strategies for dealing with administrative decisions and maintaining teacher morale. * Practical tips for new teachers entering the field, focusing on financial and career planning.

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Introduction:

AJ and Chris discuss the format of this episode: finding educational topics to talk about from around the internet.

Topics Discussed:

Professional Development: Is it useful? The AJ and Chris debate the effectiveness of PD, especially when it feels too politically correct or irrelevant to the actual classroom experience.
Job Offers: How long do you have to decide on a job offer? Chris and AJ share their experiences and suggest that a 24-hour buffer is reasonable to make a decision.
Technology Fails in the Classroom: A practicum student shares a disastrous observation experience due to technology issues and poor planning. Chris and AJ empathize and offer advice on resilience and learning from mistakes.
Pork Roll or Taylor Ham?: Chris and AJ tackle a classic New Jersey debate. Chris stands firm on calling it pork roll, while AJ prefers Taylor Ham.

Conclusion:

Chris and AJ reflect on the importance of resilience in teaching, the need for personalized professional development, and the value of learning from challenging experiences.
They also invite listeners to share their thoughts, feedback, and questions for future episodes.

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In the latest episode of Podcast PD, AJ and Chris engage in a compelling conversation with guests Kevin and Jason from the 2Principals Podcast. The episode delves into the unique challenges educators face in achieving mental well-being and a healthy work-life balance.

Key Insights from the Episode:

The Importance of Mental Health in Education: Kevin and Jason emphasize the need for educators to prioritize their mental health. They discuss how the demands of the profession can lead to burnout and stress, making it crucial for educators to find strategies to manage their mental well-being.
Work-Life Integration: The guests introduce the concept of work-life integration instead of work-life balance. They suggest that finding a way to integrate professional and personal life can lead to a more fulfilling and less stressful experience in the education sector.
Practical Tips for Self-Care: The episode provides practical tips for educators to practice self-care. This includes setting boundaries, taking breaks intentionally, and finding activities that help recharge and rejuvenate.
The Role of School Leadership: Kevin and Jason, both school administrators, share how they support their staff's mental well-being. They discuss creating a supportive school culture, offering professional development focused on self-care, and being available to listen and help when needed.
Community and Professional Networks: The guests highlight the importance of having a supportive community and professional network. They share how connecting with like-minded educators can provide a sense of belonging and support.

What Are We Listening To?2Principals Podcast - Are you tired of feeling stressed out and overwhelmed? Do you struggle to find balance between your work life and personal life? If so, you’re not alone. Many people, especially those in leadership positions, find it difficult to maintain their overall health and well-being. That’s where the 2Principals Podcast comes in. Hosted by Kevin and Jason, two experienced leaders in education who are dedicated to helping everyday leaders learn practical ways to live a more balanced and fulfilled life. With each episode, we tackle a wide variety of conversations related to leadership, mental & physical health, stress management, and work-life balance. Regardless of where you are on your journey, the 2Principals Podcast has something to offer.

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In this episode, we delve into how stoic philosophy, used for centuries by leaders and influential figures, can be applied to school leadership. Our guests are Glenn Robbins and Danny Bauer.

Topics Covered:* Stoicism and Leadership: Discussion on the relevance of stoic principles in modern educational leadership. * Experiences of School Leaders: Insights from Daniel Bower and Glenn Robbins on applying stoic wisdom in their roles as educational leaders. * Practical Applications: How stoic virtues can be applied in decision-making and handling everyday challenges in schools. * Case Studies: Real-life scenarios discussed in the book, provide practical examples of stoicism in action within educational settings. * Resilience in Leadership: Strategies for maintaining calm and resilience in the face of educational challenges. * Book Overview: A look into the content and key takeaways from "Calm in the Chaos."

Key Takeaways:* Importance of self-reflection and control in leadership roles. * Stoic virtues like wisdom, justice, courage, and temperance are essential for effective leadership. * Insights into handling difficult situations in schools with a stoic mindset. * The relevance of ancient wisdom in modern educational challenges.

We encourage you to check out "Calm in the Chaos: Ancient Stoic Wisdom for Successful School Leadership" by Daniel Bower and Glenn Robbins, available from February 6th, 2024.

What We're Listening ToChris - Mobituaries

AJ - Reclaimed

Danny - Follow Your Different, Hello from the Magic Tavern

Glenn - Fresco Podcast, Powerup Podcast, Play-by-Play Podcast

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In this final episode of 2023, Chris Nesi and AJ Bianco engage in a lively discussion around the critical question: Is professional development (PD) broken? As they navigate through various aspects of PD, from its current state in education to personal experiences, they offer insightful perspectives and pose thought-provoking questions about the future of PD in the education sector.

Episode Highlights:1. Introduction and Festive Greetings: The hosts share their excitement for the holiday season and prepare listeners for the episode's engaging discussion. 2. Topic Introduction - Is PD Broken?: Chris and AJ introduce the central topic of the episode, contemplating whether professional development in its current form is effective or needs a major overhaul. 3. Reflections on Past PD Experiences: The hosts reflect on their personal experiences with PD, including traditional models and their evolution over time, especially in light of the pandemic. 4. The Impact of the Pandemic on PD: Discussion on how the pandemic has altered the landscape of professional development, including changes in participation and formats. 5. Exploring Solutions and Alternatives: The conversation shifts towards potential solutions and innovative approaches to making PD more effective and engaging. 6. Listener Interaction: Chris and AJ acknowledge live listeners and respond to their comments, adding depth to the conversation. 7. Conclusion and Thoughts on Future PD Trends: The hosts conclude with their final thoughts on the future of professional development and how it might adapt to better meet educators' needs.

What Are We Listening To?Chris: Art of Manliness (#944) - The Leadership Qualities That Will Set You Apart From the Pack

AJ: No Quit Living (#418) - Brian Johnson

We also wish you and your family a happy holiday season!

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In this episode, 134, we are excited to have Dr. Adam Schoenbart join us to delve into the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education, especially focusing on its implications for administrators.

Key Points DiscussedAI in Education:

Adam's perspective on AI as a powerful and disruptive technology in education.
The potential of AI in enhancing student learning, administrative tasks, and communication.
Emphasis on AI being used as a tool rather than a solution to all problems.

Integrating AI in Professional Development:

Chappaqua Central School District's approach to introducing AI in their professional development days.
Differentiating sessions for staff based on their comfort and experience with AI.
Focusing on idea generation and enhancing existing work practices.

Administrative Perspective on AI:

Discussions around the safe and thoughtful implementation of AI in schools.
Concerns about academic integrity and the responsible use of AI by students.
Strategies for administrators to support staff in exploring AI, such as identifying specific needs or problems that AI could address.

Practical Applications of AI:

Adam’s use of AI in rewriting content for the district website.
AJ's exploration of AI for generating ideas for school management and staff support.
The importance of using AI to save time and improve efficiency in administrative tasks.

Ethical Considerations and Future of AI in Education:

Navigating the balance between innovation and privacy concerns.
The evolving nature of AI tools and their increasing integration into various aspects of education.
Encouragement for educators to continually learn about and adapt to AI advancements.

Resources Mentioned* ChatGPT * Canva’s AI tools * Codebreaker’s AI chatbot tool * Books by Phyllis Fagell on Middle School Education

What We're Listening ToChris: Build A BIG Podcast

AJ: Principal Matters Podcast

Adam: Search Engine Podcast

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The use of artificial intelligence and large language models in K-12 classrooms raises various questions that touch on educational efficacy, ethics, accessibility, privacy, and the future of learning.

Topics Discussed:

Data Privacy
Tackling Bias and Ensuring Fairness in AI
The Changing Roles of Teachers with AI Integration
Preparing Students for a Future with AI

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Join us in this insightful episode as we delve into "The Future of Teacher PD." In the ever-evolving education landscape, it's crucial to reevaluate how educators receive professional development (PD). Are traditional workshops and seminars still effective? We explore emerging trends like micro-credentials, blended and flipped PD, and the importance of autonomy and voice in PD.

We discuss the pressing need to involve teachers in PD planning, recognizing that they hold the key to success. Dive into the challenges and opportunities, including addressing diverse needs, assessing and evaluating PD offerings, and working within budget constraints.

Looking ahead, we make predictions about the evolution of teacher PD, especially in light of emerging technologies. How can we harness AI to enhance PD effectiveness and foster a culture of continuous learning among educators? Our guests offer valuable recommendations and insights to shape the future of teacher professional development.

Please listen in to gain a deeper understanding of the changing landscape of teacher PD and the role technology will play in shaping its future. Stay ahead of the curve and be part of the conversation on the future of education.

What Are We Listening To?AJ - Strike Force Five - A new podcast hosted by Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel, Seth Meyers & John Oliver. All proceeds go to support their out-of-work staffs.

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In this episode, Chris and AJ discuss their goals and plans for the upcoming school year. Chris shares his experiences with having student teachers and emphasizes the importance of guiding them through the complexities of classroom management, technology integration, and adapting their teaching style to high school students' needs. AJ shares his goal of being more involved in classroom activities as an instructional leader to support teachers and improve student behavior. They also discuss the challenges of maintaining a positive classroom culture and effective teaching strategies. Tune in to gain insights into the world of education, from fostering classroom engagement to managing discipline effectively.

Episode Highlights:

Chris and AJ reflect on the start of the new school year and their respective roles as educators.
Chris discusses his experiences with student teachers and how he guides them through classroom management and instructional strategies.
AJ shares his goal of being more visible in classrooms to support teachers and address behavior issues.
The hosts explore the importance of building positive classroom cultures and establishing strong relationships with students.
Chris and AJ emphasize the need for educators to adapt their teaching styles to meet students' needs and interests.
They discuss the challenges of teaching high school students and the importance of developing effective classroom strategies.
Chris and AJ talk about maintaining a balance between implementing teaching philosophies and accommodating school and district requirements.

What Are We Listening To?Chris - Sold a Story: How Teaching Kids to Read Went So Wrong - There's an idea about how children learn to read that's held sway in schools for more than a generation — even though it was proven wrong by cognitive scientists decades ago. Teaching methods based on this idea can make it harder for children to learn how to read. In this podcast, host Emily Hanford investigates the influential authors who promote this idea and the company that sells their work. It's an exposé of how educators came to believe in something that isn't true and are now reckoning with the consequences — children harmed, money wasted, an education system upended.

AJ - Everybody Pulls the Tarp

Stephanie Skrocki - 20,000 Hertz - Music of Zelda - Part 1 & Part 2

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The new school year is almost here for Chris and AJ so in this episode, they discuss what they are preparing for in the new school year and share some of their goals and plans.

Topics include:

Summer Learning
Goals for new year
Thing we want to improve on
Building relationships
The first few weeks

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In Episode 129 of Podcast PD, AJ Bianco, and Chris Nesi introduce their guest, Jared Lamb. They discuss innovative approaches to education and the essential qualities of effective leadership.

Jared Lamb, the guest, is introduced as the Associate VP for BASIS Ed in Louisiana and the Head of School for BASIS in Baton Rouge. He shares his background in education as a former teacher and charter school principal. He moved to Baton Rouge with his family a year ago. Despite being in his office, Jared joins the podcast to discuss his experiences.

Key points and takeaways:

Jared emphasizes the importance of empowering other leaders on his team and allowing them to lead in their respective areas of responsibility.
Jared believes in building people up, collaborating, and fostering teamwork.
Jared's approach with the cart is not about the cart itself, but rather about presence, visibility, and supporting teachers.
The cart contains practical items such as a trash picker, door stops, and supplies like tissues, Band-Aids, and pencils.
Jared values culture and aims to create a culture of trust and professionalism among the staff.
Jared highlights the importance of listening to teachers and responding to their needs, as well as maintaining a classroom teacher's perspective.
Jared draws inspiration from their parents who were teachers and from working with great leaders throughout their careers.
They address the skeptics by acknowledging that their style may not work for everyone and emphasizing the success and retention of their team members.

What Are We Listening To?Chris - The 5 AM Miracle BEST OF: 7 Strategies to Clear Your Mind + Focus Like a Pro

AJ - Everybody Pulls The Tarp Ryan Lavarnway: Baseball's Most Resilient Player

Jared - The Ed Mylett Show Develop Unbreakable Self-Discipline

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In this podcast episode, we delve into the importance of relationships in education and provide a comprehensive overview of the episode's content. We explore various dimensions of relationships, starting with the teacher-student relationship. Building trust and rapport, recognizing individual student needs, and creating a positive classroom environment are key aspects covered.

Thank you to Mel A for calling in and being a part of the conversation!

The key points of the episode are as follows:

Relationships are crucial in education: The episode emphasizes the importance of relationships in education and how they contribute to student success and well-being.
Teacher-student relationship: Building trust and rapport with students, recognizing and addressing their individual needs, and creating a positive classroom environment are essential for fostering a strong teacher-student relationship.
Teacher-parent relationship: Communicating effectively with parents, involving them in their child's education, and collaborating to support student success are key aspects of establishing a productive and positive teacher-parent relationship.
Teacher-colleague relationship: Sharing ideas and resources, collaborating on interdisciplinary projects, and providing professional and emotional support to colleagues are highlighted as important factors in building strong relationships among educators.
Teacher-school relationship: Fostering a sense of belonging and community, engaging with school events and initiatives, and working collaboratively with administrators and staff contribute to a positive teacher-school relationship.
Prioritizing relationships: The episode concludes by summarizing the key points discussed and encouraging listeners to prioritize relationships in teaching and learning, recognizing their significant impact on student outcomes.

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Today, we are thrilled to have with us Gary Arndt, the host of Everything Everywhere Daily, one of the most popular daily education podcasts in the world.

Since its launch in July 2020, Everything Everywhere Daily has been downloaded over 13 million times, averaging over a million downloads per month. This impressive feat is due to Gary's extensive knowledge and experience in a wide range of subjects, including history, science, geography, mathematics, and technology. With each episode lasting about 10 minutes, listeners can learn something new every day while on the go.

When asked about his favorite topics to make episodes about, Gary explains that he enjoys covering a variety of subjects, but he has a particular interest in history and geography. He enjoys researching lesser-known stories and sharing them with his listeners.

Gary also talks about how teachers have been using Everything Everywhere Daily in their classroom curriculum. He has received feedback from teachers who use his podcast as a supplemental resource to provide their students with a wider range of perspectives and to spark discussion in the classroom.

What Are We Listening To?Chris - 5AM Miracle #487 - The 4 Apps You Need to Manage Any Project or Achieve Any Goal

AJ - The Assistant Principal Podcast

Gary - History of Rome & Revolutions Podcast

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In this episode, we explore the concept of self-care and why it is essential for educators. We discuss personal definitions of self-care and share practical tips for incorporating self-care practices into busy schedules. We also examine how practicing self-care affects work as a teacher, benefits students, and can combat the notion that self-care is selfish.

Our guest, Mark Torrie, provides insights on how educators can set boundaries to protect their time and energy, both at work and outside of it, and how schools and districts can prioritize and support educator self-care. We discuss the emotional demands of the profession and share strategies for cultivating emotional resilience and practicing self-compassion.

We delve into the role of mindfulness in promoting self-care for educators and explore best practices for creating policies and programs that prioritize educator well-being. Additionally, we share available resources and support for educator self-care, including national and local organizations and successful self-care programs and initiatives.

We conclude by discussing the long-term benefits of practicing self-care for educators, their students, and the broader community. We highlight the costs of neglecting self-care and the importance of shifting the conversation around self-care from individual well-being to broader societal benefits.

Resources:

Dr. Jaime Seeman - https://www.doctorfitandfabulous.com/
Dr. Mindy Pelz - https://drmindypelz.com/
Dr. Mark Hyman - https://drhyman.com/
Dr. Peter Attia - https://peterattiamd.com/
Dr. Georgia Ede - https://www.diagnosisdiet.com/

What Are We Listening To?Chris -

AJ -

Mark -

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Today, we are excited to have Dr. Melissa Groff with us as our guest. Melissa is a highly experienced educator with a passion for creating proactive school cultures through the implementation of restorative practices, leadership coaching and mentorship, and job-embedded coaching. Additionally, Melissa's efforts showcase her strong commitment to mental health support for both students and staff, emphasizing the crucial role of a safe and supportive environment in schools.

With nearly two decades of experience in the field, she has honed her skills in conducting comprehensive needs assessments, crafting effective strategic plans, and delivering the necessary support to facilitate the development of a proactive culture within the school community. With a strong commitment to education and a passion for supporting school communities, Melissa now serves as the Director of Operations and a Lead Consultant for High Five, formerly The Restorative Group and Behavior Flip.

We are thrilled to have her with us today to share her insights on overcoming challenges in education and creating positive, proactive school cultures.

Discussion Topics:

Identifying the Challenges
Strategies for Overcoming Challenges
Looking to the Future

What Are We Listening To?Chris - Throughline - The Whiteness Myth - This episode of Throughline explores the case of Bhagat Singh Thind, an Indian American man who argued before the U.S. Supreme Court in 1923 that he was a white man and therefore eligible for naturalized citizenship. Thind's claim was based on the Indo-European language theory, which proposes that nearly half of the world's population speaks a language originating in one place and inspired a racist ideology that defined whiteness. The podcast delves into the myths surrounding this idea and discusses the politics and potential of the mother tongue.

AJ - Everybody Pulls the Tarp - Betsy Julien: The 5th & 6th Grade Teacher - This week Andrew talks with elementary school teacher Betsy Julien. Betsy’s 5th & 6th-grade class has raised over $500,000 to build a wheelchair-accessible playground at their school. Betsy seamlessly integrated the fundraising project into her lesson plans and her 25 students rallied together to support their friends who use wheelchairs. This conversation is filled with timeless lessons about leadership, teamwork, and what’s possible when people come together above all else to help others. It’s also a powerful reminder that sometimes the best place to look for a solution to a big challenge is our youngest generation. This conversation is raw, emotional, and incredibly inspiring.

Melissa - The Flywheel Effect - Districts & the Connection Between Behavior, Social Media, & SEL - In this episode, we are joined by Dedeeh Newbern who is the Chief Student Support Officer for Fayette County Public Schools in Lexington, Kentucky. She’s here to explore the essential role of district behavior support, social media, and SEL in creating positive learning environments.

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PodcastPD Updates During 2023 we will be releasing one episode per month and we will be live streaming our episode recordings on the last Sunday night of the month. * Join our new PodcastPD Discord Community*! We want to connect and chat with you in between our episodes.

Featured ContentIn this episode, we share valuable tips for new educators entering the field. We offer practical advice, based on their own experiences, for navigating the challenges of being a new teacher, and provide inspiration for those just starting out in their teaching journey. Whether you are a seasoned educator or just starting out, this episode offers valuable insights and resources for success in the classroom.

Tips for New Teachers

Plan Ahead - Effective teaching requires careful planning and preparation. To ensure that you are ready for your lessons, take the time to plan ahead and create detailed lesson plans that outline your objectives, activities, and assessments.
Be Organized - Being organized is essential for managing your classroom and your time effectively. Create a system for organizing your materials, assignments, and grades, and stick to it to help you stay on track and avoid getting overwhelmed.
Establish Classroom Expectations - To create a positive and productive learning environment, it is important to establish clear rules and expectations for student behavior. Communicate these expectations to your students and consistently enforce them to ensure that your classroom is a safe and respectful place for learning.
Differentiate Instruction - Not all students learn in the same way or at the same pace. To ensure that all of your students are successful, it is important to differentiate your instruction to meet the individual needs of your students. This may involve using a variety of teaching strategies, adjusting the difficulty of your lessons, or providing additional support to students who need it.
Ask for Help - Teaching can be challenging, and it is normal to need help and support from time to time. Don't be afraid to ask for help from your colleagues, mentors, or school administrators when you need it. They can provide valuable advice and guidance to help you improve your teaching and support your student's success.

What Are We Listening To?Chris - Everything Everywhere - A Podcast for Intellectually Curious People! Learn something new every single day. Everything Everywhere Daily tells the stories of interesting people, places, and things from around the world and throughout history. Topics covered include, but are not limited to, history, science, geography, and culture.

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We changing things up with PodcastPD as the show enters 2023.

We are shifting to a monthly release schedule. The show will still be recorded live via a live stream that will take place on the last Sunday of each month. Mark your calendars!

Our next episode will be #124 and we will be talking about advice and tips for new educators. This will be recorded live at 8:30 PM Eastern and we would love for you to join us: https://podcastpd.com/live

We would also like to invite you to become a member of our all-new Discord community.

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PodcastPD has changed over the course of 2022 and we believe we're at a crossroads.

Please give us your thoughts on PodcastPD.

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We're over COVID and schools and education are 'normal.' But what is this new normal? Chris and AJ discuss.

Discussion Points:

What is the new normal?
What is AJ experiencing as an administrator?
What is Chris doing to blend pre-pandemic and post-pandemic teaching strategies?

What Are We Listening To?Chris

Pod Meets World - Boy Meets World Rewatch

AJ

Compete Everyday
Increase Your Impact with Justin Su'a
Mental Performance Daily

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Educators across the world are working to design individualized instruction that empowers every student to become experts at learning. Technology and instructional interventions designed to support students with disabilities often eventually become mainstream and used by the masses. These practices provide a pathway for designing inclusive, equitable, and accessible educational experiences that meet the needs of every individual learner.

Chris and AJ speak with authors Christopher Bugaj, Karen Janowski, Mike Marotta, and Beth Poss about their new book, Inclusive Learning 365: Edtech Strategies for Every Day of the Year.

Discussion Points:

Inclusive vs Assistive
The shift in the mindset that occurs by exploring a different practical, inclusive strategy each day and infusing these strategies into everyday practice.
Explanation of how to use the strategy to design inclusive educational experiences.

Resources:

https://inclusive365.com/
InclusiveRoadToISTE

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Living and teaching in a post-pandemic (almost) world has presented some obstacles and new approaches to education.

Returning to school full-time in September of 2021 was undoubtedly welcome for many educators and now that we've gone through the school year it is time to reflect on the year.

Chris and AJ discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of the last year.

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Non-educators typically look at summer vacation as a free time where teachers aren't working and just sitting around. While part of any educator's Summer is undoubtedly used for rest and relaxation time is also used to learn and grow and plan for the next school year.

In the episode, Chris and AJ discuss Summer professional development, some opportunities that are available, and some of their plans for their upcoming break.

Discussion Points:

Do good in your piece of the world.
Is it acceptable to do nothing during Summer?
Summer Conferences - Live/Virtual (TeachMeets, EdCamps)
Twitter Chats, Podcasts...Books

Our Personal PD Goals* Chris - Freshen up World History Course, Reflection * AJ - PBIS, Building Culture, and Climate

What Are We Listening To?Chris

Code Switch School Colors

AJ

Everybody Pulls The Tarp

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Teacher Appreciation Week is always a welcome time of year for teachers across the country and this year is no different. Classroom teachers have worked in challenging conditions for more than two years and a little appreciation goes a long way.

Our conversation in this episode revolves around what we will be experiencing this week. AJ shares the perspective of the average administrator and Chris shares what's happening at his high school to celebrate teachers.

What Are We Listening To?Chris

Good Morning Podcasters!

AJ

60 Songs That Explain the 90s
First Gen Teacher Lens
No Quit Living - Episode 348
Teaching Champions

Live Chat Suggestions

Jay Strumwasser - Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey & David Spade, Smartless with Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, & Sean Hayes, Life is Short with Justin Long

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Featured ContentJake Thompson is the founder of Compete Every Day and your Chief Encouragement Officer! A show designed to help driven people build a winning mindset, so they can build their winning life.

Jake’s goal is to help you be GREAT! Join the Compete Everyday Podcast to help you re-discover a strong mindset as well as find the skills you need to win your career, training, and life.

Topics Discussed:

What is GRIT and Accountability?

Grateful, Reps, Inspire, Tenacity

Be mindful and focus on the PRESENT

Be intentional

Shift your thinking

"Have to" vs "Get to"
Busy vs Productive

How can Educators fit into the Compete Every Day model and mindset?

Classroom Culture - We MUST be a team!
Consider how we can support each other and be a team!
How are you asking yourself questions?
How will you respond?
Are you a victim or a victor?

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Featured ContentToby Price is a VP from Mississippi who was recently fired from his position for reading the acclaimed children's book "I Need A New Butt."

Topics Discussed:

Toby's story and where's he's at in the process with his former district
Taking risks in education as leaders and teachers
New opportunities
The unplanned paths that life presents us

Resources:

GoFundMe - https://gofund.me/2d206543

What We're Listening ToChris - The GaryVee Audio Experience

AJ - The Compete Everyday Podcast

Toby - Partial Credit Podcast. Harry Potter and the Sacred Text, Canadian True Crime

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Featured ContentRich Czyz has written a new book and he joins Chris and AJ to discuss professional development and how educators can and should take more control over their growth in this profession.

Topics Discussed:

Pushing the Pessimist - How do we reach those who are not engaged in their own professional learning?
The Professional Development Championship Belt
Working with the Naysayers
Staff Meeting Syndrome - Are teachers suffering? How do we fix it? Switching Up Staff Meetings
Podcasts and Pedometers
Administration support?

Resources:

Purchase the book: Rogue Leader: Make the Rules, Inspire Others, and Take Control of Your Own Professional Development Destiny
Book resources: https://bit.ly/ROGUELeaderBookClub
Custom Championship Belts

What We're Listening ToChris - Art of Manliness episode #784: The Secrets to Making the Perfect Pizza

Rich - LinkedUp: Breaking Boundaries in Education The Science of Writing for Busy People

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Rogue Leader: Make the Rules, Inspire Others, and Take Control of Your Own Professional Development Destiny

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Featured ContentKrystle Pearson currently serves as the Director of Technology for Brunswick County Public Schools in Lawrenceville, Virginia. Krystle has more than 15 years in education, she has served in the capacity of a classroom teacher, grade level team leader, school technology coach, instructional technology resource teacher (ITRT), and central office administrator. She has been honored with numerous accolades for her work with students, technology, and as a female leader in education.

Topics Discussed:

What are digital badges?
How do you organize an effective digital badging program?
What does it take to maintain digital badges?
How do you get staff to buy-in?
What does badging look like with students?
Administration support?

Resources:

https://badge.design
https://www.canva.com
https://www.adobe.com/express/

What We're Listening ToAJ - Leaning into Leadership Hosted by Darrin Peppard - Episode 3: Leaning into Change

Darrin's focus in this episode is leading leaders toward collective efficacy. How do we include more voices in the change process leading to more ownership of the necessary change?

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Featured ContentMore than ever our relationship with education is strained. Teachers are leaving the profession. Prospective teachers are choosing other majors and career paths in our colleges and universities.

Our relationship with education is rocky right now. But now is not the time to break up with or divorce education. In our conversation, we hope to rekindle the romance between you and your career.

We’re giving away Tech with Heart! Congratulations to our winner: Nikki Jones

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Featured ContentStacey Roshan is a Math teacher and Director of Innovation and Educational Technology from Maryland, and a well-respected #EdTech consultant. Stacey is also the author of “Tech with Heart: Leveraging Technology to Empower Student Voice, Ease Anxiety, & Create Compassionate Classrooms.”

Discussion:

Tech with Heart - overview
Perfectionism
Flipping the Classroom
EdTech to Empower
Innovation in the Present

We’re going to give away Tech with Heart! All you need to do enter is the following:

You have to be following @mrnesi, @AJBianco, @staceylindes, @buddyxo, & @PodcastPD
RT our contest tweet
We will determine the contest results on Friday, Feb. 4, 2022.

Resources Mentioned* https://techiemusings.com/ * Tech with Heart * Modern Classroom Project

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Featured ContentAmber Harper is an educator, author, speaker, and Teacher Burnout Coach whose mission is to activate teacher self-empowerment to help teachers beat burnout and live a happy, fulfilled life.

Amber is the author of Hacking Teacher Burnout and she is the host of the Burned-In Teacher Podcast where she provides actionable steps, inspiration, and support for teachers dealing with teacher burnout.

Discussion:

What’s the difference between feeling burned out vs just being tired?
What can leaders do to better support teachers?
Top tips for turning burnout into something else

Top tips for turning burnout into something else1. Check your self-talk

Victim mentality - Believe things are happening to you
Knowing you will not get different results if you don’t do something different
BE, DO, HAVE!
Check your habits
Breathe

Resources Mentioned* Blinkist App * Burned-In Teacher Podcast * Hacking Teacher Burnout (book)

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Hacking Teacher Burnout: 8 Steps to Go from Isolated to Empowered So You Can Overcome Any Challenge (Hack Learning Series)

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We're always experimenting with new ways to bring you value. We've previously released 12 short episodes to recommend some great podcasts and podcast episodes for you to check out at the end of the year as the calendar flips but our careers go on.

This year we're trying something different and we've prepared one episode with 12 recommendations for you to hear us talk about and then hopefully go and listen to yourself.

Here are the recommendations for 2021:

STACEY* NPR Life Kit - How To Have Meaningful Conversations At Holiday Gatherings * Cult of Pedagogy - 114: Let’s Give Our Teaching Language a Makeover * On Purpose with Jay Shetty - Malcolm Gladwell ON: How To Communicate Effectively During Overwhelming Situations & Mistakes You Make Reading People * Coffee Break Italian

CHRIS* A Bit of Optimism - Raising Resilient Kids with Angela Duckworth * The Art of Manliness - The Epic Story of the Making of The Godfather * The GaryVee Audio Experience - Stop Letting Outside Voices Define You * Twenty Thousand Hertz - Ehh… What’s Up, Doc?

AJ* Compete Every Day - Everybody Pulls the Tarp * Unapologetic Leadership with Dr. Marcus Belin - School Culture Episodes * Dare to Lead with Brene’ Brown - Brene’ on Armored Versus Daring Leadership * Slow Burn - Season 3: Biggie and Tupac

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Featured ContentWe wonder through a conversation about the holiday season. We reminisce about our holidays of the past and we also discussed what holiday celebrations look like in our school and classrooms.

We spoke with:

Alfonso Mendoza, host of the My EdTech Life Podcast
Mel Aveling, avid Twitter user and friend of the podcast!

What We're Listening ToChris: This American Life - Lights, Camera, Christmas! (2012) - This holiday season, we bring you a show filled with stories of people going to great lengths to throw a special Christmas for their families, including: tales of Luna the guinea pig, Bambi the reindeer, and Jeko the super-powerful (and somewhat-scary) Christmas elf.

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Featured ContentThe COVID-19 Pandemic taught educators many valuable lessons. Teachers all over the world were forced to change how they taught students almost overnight. For months educators implemented new strategies and refined old ones to maximize our time with students in a variety of situations.

But now, as the world and education begin to return to "normal" we find ourselves faced with the decision of what to do with our new learning as teachers or what place these new skills have in our face-to-face classrooms.

Topics Discussed:

What did you do during the pandemic that worked and you're still doing or you've adapted to in-person learning?

What We're Listening ToStacey - Planet Money: Origins of a Superhero - Comic book publishers like Marvel and DC sit on a treasure trove: thousands and thousands of comic book characters. Pieces of intellectual property. You know the big ones--Superman, Ironman, Captain America. They each make millions off of movies and merchandise. But for every marquee character, there are hundreds of others sitting unused.

We can't abide by that. Superheroes are meant to save the day, not be stowed away. So we thought: why not convince Marvel to sell us one?

Miss any of the Micro-Face madness?

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Featured ContentQuinlan Van Es is pursuing a career in education as a social studies teacher. He is earning his teaching credentials through the Rutgers Graduate School of Education and his completing is student teaching with Chris as his cooperating teacher during the Fall 2021 semester.

At the time of the recording, Quinn is a new teacher on Twitter and you can follow him @Mr_QVanEs

Topics Discussed:

What it's like to have Chris as a Cooperating Teacher
How has your teacher preparation program prepared you or underserved you?
How to make the most of student teaching to prepare for your career as an educator

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Shout OutAJ and former guest Dave Frangiosa co-authored an article, "Supporting ALL Learners with Collaborative Classrooms", on schoolrubric.com.Featured ContentAfter catching up Stacey, AJ, and Chris talk about doing innovative things in the classroom as teachers and administrators.

Stacey shares a great story of how she's working with her co-teacher, Molly, through a program in their district to secure funding and items that will be innovative in their classroom. The discussion hits on technology, seating, and other items that could potentially arrive in Stacey's classroom this year.

What We're Listening ToStacey - This Land (Crooked Media) The award-winning documentary podcast This Land is back for season 2. Rebecca Nagle reports on how the far right is using Native children to attack American Indian tribes and advance a conservative agenda.

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Featured ContentDaniel Bauer helps school leaders fight isolation and frustration via a leadership community in order to gain clarity and find solutions to their greatest challenges. He is the founder and host of the Better Leaders Better Schools Podcast and the author of The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap: Small Ideas That Lead to Big Impact (2018).

Daniel recently released his latest book, Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader. In this book, Daniel discusses how a lack of mentorship and coaching is a leading reason for leader attrition in education, but it doesn’t have to be this way. If it’s true that "Everyone wins when the leader gets better," then your community is counting on you to prioritize your own professional growth – so that YOU get better.

What We're Listening ToDaniel - Better Leaders Better Schools Podcast - created for RUCKUS MAKERS in education -- those out-of-the-box school leaders making change happen. Launched in 2015, this category-defining podcast in educational leadership has helped over 1 MILLION leaders LEVEL UP. Each week host DANIEL BAUER has a conversation with a leadership expert and invites you to listen in. Turn your commute, chores, or workout into professional development, and then GO MAKE A RUCKUS!

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Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader

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Featured ContentIn this episode, Chris, AJ, and Stacey talk about teachers' desire to still perform some job functions from home vs having to return completely to the way things were.

PodStudy #2On episode 95 of the podcast, we will be conducting PodStudy #2! AJ has recommended the podcast, "The Peg Doesn't Fit." The hosts, Erich Stephen and Ryan Bartel will join us to talk about the idea of the 'Dream School."

Listen to episodes 15 and 17 of their podcast before listening to ours.

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Girl, Wash Your Face: Stop Believing the Lies About Who You Are So You Can Become Who You Were Meant to Be

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As connected educators, we understand the importance of finding others that share our passions, but how do we connect and make meaning from and get value from being connected?

Featured Content* Our story and how we connected. * How has being connected benefited each of us? * What our goal is as connected educators?

Tools for ConnectingWhat’s out there?

Twitter
Facebook
IG
Voxer
Podcasts/YouTube
Clubhouse

Thank you to David Frangiosa for joining us for a portion of the episode!

David is a former guest of the podcast and you check out our conversation with David on episode 72: Grades: Exploring Equity & Expanding Reach

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Featured ContentErin and Dave Tashian are the Mindful Educators and Stacey chose the first episode of their podcast, of the same name, as the first episode for our brand #PodStudy episodes.

Who Are The Mindful Educators?Dave and Erin Tashian are veteran educators from New Jersey.

Erin, an 8th grade English teacher is also the founder of The Mindful Educators, a professional development program that fosters a mindful social-emotional experience for students. Erin has been named teacher of the year in Ridgewood, New Jersey, and has presented at many educational conferences.

Dave, a school counselor, is revered for his focus on creating a positive school culture through fostering connection and community. Dave recognizes the importance of creating a positive school culture and its impact on teacher effectiveness as well as student learning. Dave has been honored two times as his school district’s teacher of the year.

PodStudy DiscussionWhat inspired you to start your podcast and what keeps you inspired as you approach the start of year 3?

Your first show was in July 2019 and your three ways to incorporate mindfulness as educators were:

Pay attention and create an awareness of how you want to feel in the classroom
Watch and be aware of your connections Beyond academics
Practice self-care

Has this advice changed since then? If so, how? How can we update it for the 2020/21 school year?

Here on PPD we like to assign homework, it’s how we keep the learning going. Which of your episodes would you recommend as optional homework/continued learning?

29: Dr. Marc Brackett: Understanding Our Emotions
44: Conversations that count with Elena Aguilar

What is your preferred form of PD to get or give?

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Featured ContentStacey, AJ, and Chris ring in the new year with talk of goals and #oneword.

There is homework for the next episode. We’re going to try a podcast study – like a book study – where we focus on one podcast by listening to an episode and then coming together to talk about it on our next episode. First up is an episode of The Mindful Educator.

We will send you the episode and we will be discussing it on our next episode that will be recorded LIVE on Sunday, January 24, 2021.

You can join us by visiting podcastpd.com/live @ 8:30 PM EST.

Callers to this episode included:

Al Spiegel – Al joined us after months away on a special assignment.
Mike Brilla – Mike is launching his own podcast! My Best Lesson: Social Studies

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You’ve attended a conference or a PD session, now what?

Stacey, Chris, and AJ discuss what happens after you attend professional development.

Also joining the conversation were fellow New Jersey educators Cory Radisch and Paul O’Neill. Cory and Paul are launching their own podcast in January 2021 called The Status GROW Podcast.

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Featured ContentThe 2020 holiday season is upon us and in this episode, we talk openly and honestly about what we’re grateful for in a year that thrown many challenges and presented a multitude of obstacles our way as educators and people.

We share what and who we’re grateful for. We’d love for you to share with us too. Leave a comment below or by any of the means to connect with us and the show.

Text PodcastPDYou can now text us and get text message updates from the podcast!

Text @podcastpd to 81010 or (862) 206-5925

What We’re Listening ToChris shared a podcast that is great for kids because it involves kids right on the podcast!

But Why? A Podcast for Curious Kids from Vermont Public Radio (NPR).

Description: But Why is a show led by you, kids! You ask the questions and we find the answers. It’s a big interesting world out there. On But Why, we tackle topics large and small, about nature, words, even the end of the world. Have a question? Send it to us! Adults, use your smartphone’s memo function or an audio app to record your kid’s question (get up nice and close so we can hear).

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Do you listen to too many podcasts? We might so let’s discuss.

This is the episode that more than 88 episodes in the making as we finally dive into “Stacey’s Number.”

Chris and AJ have been joking with Stacey for years about how many podcasts she is subscribed to and how many unlistened to episodes she’s got on her phone.

The truth is AJ has more and Chris doesn’t listen to or subscribe to as many as you would think.

Click here to view the Google Slides presentation used during our live-streamed recording of this episode.

We also debuted our new Twitch channel and we would love for you to follow us on Twitch so you will get notified when we’re streaming!

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Featured ContentHow are you connecting with colleagues during these uncertain times in education?

This episode is part-3 of our series on Virtual Learning. Be sure to check out episode 85 and episode 86 for conversations on connecting with students and connecting with families.

Stacey shared that she started a Hybrid Mastermind group with her colleagues to address the unique needs of the teachers she works with.

She is also in contact with colleagues via group texting.

Chris talked about chatting with his colleagues on Google Chat during the day as well as more leisurely contact through a fantasy football league with some colleagues.

During the Spring of 2020, Chris and his colleague Bowtie Joe hosted a weekly show via StreamYard to foster communication and community among their colleagues.

What We’re Listening ToChris – Throughline – The Electoral College, How We Vote, The Most Sacred Right

Stacey:

Civics 101-Pick and choose-great for the classroom!
NY Times-A Peculiar Way to Pick a President

FeedbackAnabel Gonzalez – Connect with families using Remind

Derek Larson – Loves that we “go off the rails”

Louis Soper – Can relate to Chris and the challenges of connecting with families

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Featured ContentIn this episode, we continue our Virtual Learning series focusing on the topic of Connecting with Families during virtual/remote/hybrid learning.

If you haven’t listened to episode 85 you must!

We tackle the topic of connecting with families during remote learning. We share what’s worked and what hasn’t so we can all grow during this interesting time in education.

What does connecting with families look like under normal circumstances?
Share strategies used as a classroom teacher
What did maintaining connections look like in Spring 2020?
What does connecting with families look like now in Fall 2020?

Ideas to try

Conference One Pager
Good news phone calls

What We’re Listening ToLeader of Learning – Devil’s Edvocate

Dr. Dan Kreiness hosts the Leader of Learning and in August of 2020, he launched a special series of episodes that he will produce once per month called Devil’s Edvocate. He’s joined by Rachelle Dene Poth as his co-host and they tackle trending topics in education from all angles backed by sound research. Where no topic is too big or too small and where YOU can be a part of the action!

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How do you connect with students who are not physically in your presence?

We tackle the topic of connecting with students during remote learning. We share what’s worked and what hasn’t so we can all grow during this interesting time in education.

Part 1 of a three-part mini-series!

85 – Connecting with Students
86 – Connecting with Families
87 – Connecting with Colleagues

Questions we discussed:

What does connecting with students look like under normal circumstances?
What did maintaining connections look like in Spring 2020?
What does connecting with students look like now in Fall 2020?
How are you creating a classroom culture?

Ideas to try in your class:

Greet each student by name every single day.
Use Students’ Names as Much as Possible
Send Emails. Sending an email periodically is a good way to check in with students.
Show students your world.
Provide high-quality feedback on assignments.

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Featured ContentWhat does it mean to teach in magenta?

Magenta is bold, it’s vibrant, and the color holds noble qualities. Teaching in Magenta means creating magnificent school days. It’s a refreshing approach to teaching and leading that puts your joy and well-being first so you can share those attributes with your students.

Veteran teacher and author James Sturtevant shares 100 paths for living and teaching in an authentic, enthusiastic, and relevant way. Take a few minutes each day to read a path or two, and gain energy and ideas that you can put into action the same day.

PURCHASE TEACHING IN MAGENTAConnect with James Sturtevant:

https://twitter.com/jamessturtevant
Website: https://jamesalansturtevant.com/

How did you overcome the fear and the little voice in your head when considering K-12 retirement?

Which of the sections resonates most with you as an educator?

The biggest takeaway from the book?

What We’re Listening ToJames Sturtevant recommends:

The Happiness Lab Podcast – You might think more money, a better job, or Instagram-worthy vacations would make you happy. You’re dead wrong. In “The Happiness Lab” podcast, Yale professor Dr. Laurie Santos will take you through the latest scientific research and share some surprising and inspiring stories that will forever alter the way you think about happiness. She’s changed the lives of thousands of people through her class “Psychology and the Good Life,” and she’ll change yours, too.

Are you ready to feel better?

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Featured ContentProducing media in the classroom doesn’t have to be a daunting and overwhelming task for you or your students. Our guests in this episode are Bruce Reicher and Randy Tomes. They, along with Paula Neidlinger, wrote the book Scripted: An Educator’s Guide to Media in the Classroom (2020, EduMatch Publishing).

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE THE BOOK

Bruce Reicher (@breicher) – has been an educator for 25 years. The past 14 years he’s been a middle school technology teacher. He is a proud Dad & Husband.

Paula Neidlinger (@pneid) – from Indiana, is a globally connected, 28-year middle school, veteran media and English educator, presenter, and author.

Randall Tomes (@RandallTomes1) – also from Indiana has been an educator for 25 years, teaches digital design & communication studies at the elementary level.

What We’re Listening ToChris – Por Nuestros Niños Podcast – We would all do anything “Por Nuestros Niños,” For Our Children. We all understand that education is the vehicle that will propel them socioeconomically forward. Parents are children’s first teachers, and they’re the most important key to help them succeed. This radio broadcast and podcast introduces professors, teachers, and expert educators to U.S. Spanish speaking parents that want to understand how the U.S. public education system can best serve their bilingual children. The show shares tools, resources, and sage advice based on research and science to help children thrive in many languages.

Bruce – Live Inspired Podcast with John O’Leary – Expected to die, today he’s inspiring others to truly live.

World-renowned inspirational speaker + national bestselling author John O’Leary wants to help you wake up from accidental living so you can do, be, achieve and impact more through your life. Every Monday, John shares a quick burst of inspiration to help start your week on fire. Every Thursday, John interviews an amazing guest on their story, successes, failures, lessons, and life to help you uncover tips to apply in yours.

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Featured ContentWe’ve spent quite a bit of time discussing what education could look like on this podcast in the past and as we continue to move forward in a world that is very different from when we’ve had those conversations.

We’d like to talk about what education could like once more as we continue to live through COVID-19 and look ahead to the new school year.

We discussed:

Tips
Strategies
Hacks
Plans for starting the year
www.EduProtocols.com – John Corippo

We were fortunate to be joined by:

Shea Smith – @TOSANotes
David Frangiosa – @DavidFrangiosa

What We’re Listening ToStacey recommended:

Nice White Parents (NPR) – Years ago, producer Chana Joffe-Walt started reporting on one school in New York. She thought the story was about segregation and inequality in public schools. But the more she looked into it, the more she realized she was witnessing something else. She was seeing the inordinate power of white parents at this school. This is the first episode of Chana’s new mini-series: Nice White Parents.

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Featured ContentPlanning and preparations continue for the 2020-2021 school year. In some places, the school year has started and in other places, schools will ‘open’ in a very different way.

We’ve spent quite a bit of time discussing what education could look like on this podcast in the past and as we continue to move forward in a world that is very different from when we’ve had those conversations.

We’d like to talk about what education could like once more as we continue to live through COVID-19 and look ahead to the new school year.

Discussion Questions

What are you looking forward to?
What do you have reservations about?
What is your top goal for the year?

Special thanks to Freddy Nunez who spent some time on-air with us during our live stream.

What We’re Listening ToBeginning in this episode we’ve changed this segment from all three of us making a recommendation to rotating and giving you one recommendation per episode. In this episode, Chris made the following podcast recommendation.

Twenty Thousand Hertz – A podcast revealing the stories behind the world’s most recognizable and interesting sounds.

Chris has been binge listening to the show, which recently released its 100th episode, and finds the podcast fascinating.

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Featured ContentWe’ve spent quite a bit of time discussing what education could look like on this podcast in the past and as we continue to move forward in a world that is very different from when we’ve had those conversations.

We’d like to talk about what education could like once more as we continue to live through COVID-19 and look ahead to the new school year.

What We’re Listening To AJ – The TeachThought Podcast Episode 215 – School Leadership Lessons on the Road to Awesome. Drew Perkins talks with Darrin Peppard, Superintendent of West Grand, CO schools, about his new book, Road To Awesome: Empower, Lead, Change the Game and lessons of school leadership he’s learned through his years of experience. * STACEY – The Michelle Obama Podcast*

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Featured ContentKen Shelton holds an M.A. in Education with a specialization in Educational Technology as well as New Media Design and Production.

He has worked as an Educator for over 20 years. As a part of his active involvement within the Educational Technology community, Ken is an Apple Distinguished Educator and a Google Certified Innovator.

Ken regularly gives keynotes, presentations, consults, and leads workshops, covering a wide variety of Educational Technology, Equity and Inclusion, Multimedia Literacy, Cultural Relevance, Visual Storytelling, and Instructional Design topics.

Ken was the 2018 ISTE Digital Equity PLN Excellence Award winner.

Connect with Ken Shelton

https://kennethshelton.net/
http://twitter.com/k_shelton
https://www.instagram.com/kshelton/

Topics Discussed:

What does it mean to be an anti-biased and anti-racist educator?
How can an educator self-assess?
What does all of this look like from the perspective of
School Leaders?
Secondary Educators?
Elementary Educators?

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What We’re Listening To AJ – The Principal Leadership Lab – Adam DeWitt and Jeff Prickett: Jeff & Adam discuss the COVID pandemic – are there any positive takeaways to be gleaned from this public health crisis, especially for school communities? And what does going into the 20-21 school year look like? Check out the latest episode of The Principal Leadership Lab as we discuss, “The COVID Comeback?” * Chris – French Kiss Life – French Kiss Life is a podcast, a lifestyle brand, and a global community with a mission to inspire you to live artfully and well. Each week, Master Life Coach, Tonya Leigh, offers practical advice, inspiring stories, and transformational experiences to elevate the everyday lives of women. At French Kiss Life, we know the best way to improve our life is to celebrate and enjoy the life we have right now. Are you ready to create a life that will inspire your 90-year old self to raise her flute with a toast, “Well done, darling!”? * Stacey – So You Want to Talk About Race* – So You Want to Talk About Race is a 2018 non-fiction book by Ijeoma Oluo. Each chapter title is a question about race in contemporary America. Oluo outlines her opinions on the topics as well as advice about how to talk about the issues. * Ken – Codeswitch, As Told By Nomads, By the Book

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Featured ContentStacey is back and we’re talking about professional development in the Summer of 2020!

Topics discussed:

Stacey recaps her school year back in the classroom and the end of her year
Collectively we touched on retirement, the seniors of 2020
AJ and Chris are presenting at #2020Changemaker, a FREE virtual PD conference for educators on Tuesday, July 14th. Registration: http://bit.ly/2020changemaker
Evolving Educators
NJAMLE
Michael Matera’s Hive Summit
Staying off social media during the Summer
Joining Facebook Groups
ASPIRE Podcast FB Group

What We’re Listening To AJ – The Daily Stoic – Ask Daily Stoic: Ryan and Brett McKay Talk Parenting, Living Through History, and Modern Manliness – In today’s episode, Ryan and Brett McKay, founder of The Art of Manliness, talk about being a parent in the age of COVID-19, the changing definition of manliness, and more. * Host @RyanHoliday * Chris – Throughline* – Why 2020 Isn’t Quite 1968 – Protests, racial divisions, political polarization, and a law-and-order president – it’s easy to draw comparisons between 2020 and 1968. But, Adam Serwer, who covers politics at The Atlantic, says that a much better point of comparison actually starts a century earlier – 1868. This week, we share an episode we loved from It’s Been A Minute with Sam Sanders that explores a moment when white Republicans fought for years for the rights of Black Americans, before abandoning them to pursue white voters.

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Featured ContentOn Sunday, June 14, 2020, we hosted a live broadcast on our YouTube channel to facilitate a conversation about the 2019-2020 school year.

Topics:

AJ’s first year in his new admin role
Chris’s year of trying new things in his classroom
Distance/remote learning reflection

We were joined on air by the following people:

Jill Dobrowansky
Al Speigel

What We’re Listening To AJ: The 5AM Miracle: Charisma and Confidence: AJ Harbinger from the Art of Charm – What does it take to have the charisma, confidence, and charm to win over a crowd, or just one individual? AJ Harbinger shares helpful tips to help us all connect with others in truly meaningful ways. * Chris:* A Bit of Optimism – Simon Sinek has a podcast! – During these times, we are all having to find new ways to connect. Join me every week from my kitchen table as I talk with people that inspire me, about love, life, leadership and silver linings. The hope is that we all leave with something I think we need these days… A Bit of Optimism.

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Teaching is not easy for so many reasons. Educating young people can pose many challenges for a multitude of reasons. In this episode, Chris and AJ facilitate a discussion that centers around where to begin when covering challenging topics and having difficult conversations with students.

Featured ContentOn Sunday, June 7, 2020, we hosted a live broadcast on our YouTube channel to facilitate a conversation about where, to begin with challenging topics and conversations in your school.

Select Topics:

Racism
Curriculum
How to have conversations with students

We were joined on-air by the following awesome people who contributed to the conversation:

Maria Fernandez
Joshua Stamper
Sarah Johnson
Freddy Nunez
Dan Kreiness
Fade Ojeikere
Toney Jackson
Jill Dobrowansky
Al Speigel

Resources:

10 Ways to Talk to Students About Sensitive Issues
15 Classroom Resources for Discussing Racism, Policing, and Protest
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What We’re Listening To AJ: Code Switch (NPR) – A Decade of Watching Black People Die (5/21/2020) – The last few weeks have been filled with devastating news — stories about the police killing black people. At this point, these calamities feel familiar — so familiar, in fact, that their details have begun to echo each other. * In July 2014, a cellphone video captured some of Eric Garner’s final words as New York City police officers sat on his head and pinned him to the ground on a sidewalk: “I can’t breathe.” On May 25 of this year, the same words were spoken by George Floyd, who pleaded for release as an officer knelt on his neck and pinned him to the ground on a Minneapolis street. * Chris:* Throughline (NPR) – American Police (6/4/2020) – Black Americans being victimized and killed by the police is an epidemic. A truth many Americans are acknowledging since the murder of George Floyd, as protests have occurred in all fifty states calling for justice on his behalf. But this tension between African American communities and the police has existed for centuries. This week, the origins of American policing and how those origins put violent control of Black Americans at the heart of the system.

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AJ and Chris move away from education talk.

They open the show addressing the current state of things as they relate to the protests and events resulting from the tragic murder of George Floyd in Minnesota.

PodcastPD is committed to providing meaningful conversations to help you grow as an educator and the show is planning upcoming episodes and content to help you address these important topics and conversations in your classrooms and schools.

Featured ContentOn Sunday, May 31, 2020, we hosted a live broadcast on our YouTube channel to facilitate a conversation about anything but education.

Topics:

Mafia Movies
Baseball-themed Sports Movies

We were joined on-air by the following awesome people who contributed to the conversation:

Mike Brilla
Jill Dobrowansky

Podcast Recommendations* AJ – Lead to Win with Michael Hyatt * Chris – Art of Manliness #612 – Grillmaster Secrets for Flame-Cooked Perfection * Jill – RadioLab, No Meat Athlete, Feed Your Spirit (her own podcast) * Mike – Hacking Engagement

AJ Started A Podcast!AJ has launched his own solo podcast! It’s called ReflectED!

Description: ReflectED is the podcast where AJ Bianco shares his perspective on the challenges and successes that are taking place in our schools and focuses on goal-setting and plans for future improvement. Through rich conversation and meaningful dialogue, we discuss practical ways to make schools better for students and educators.

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Featured ContentOn Sunday, May 17, 2020, we hosted a live broadcast on our YouTube channel to facilitate a conversation about the end of the school year and how we close things out.We were joined on-air by the following awesome people who contributed to the conversation:

Jill Dobrowansky
Al Spiegel
Raquel Williams
Shawn Hicklin called in and asked us about gamification in the classroom. We recommended that he connect with Chris Aviles who appeared on episode 18 of the podcast.

Podcast Recommendations AJ – Compete Every Day – Stop Doing Nothing * Chris – Rough Translation (NPR)* – 5/13/2020 – Hotel Corona * Stacey – Brene Brown Books * Raquel – DOE Digest with the New Jersey Department of Education * Jill – What Should I Read Next? * Al – Inside EMS

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Description: ReflectED is the podcast where AJ Bianco shares his perspective on the challenges and successes that are taking place in our schools and focuses on goal-setting and plans for future improvement. Through rich conversation and meaningful dialogue, we discuss practical ways to make schools better for students and educators.

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Featured ContentOn Sunday, May 3, 2020, we hosted another live broadcast on our YouTube channel to facilitate a conversation how education can and will change because of everything happening in the world in the Spring of 2020.

We were joined by a panel that included, Batsheva Frankel, Tim Cavey, and Jake Miller!

About our guests:

Batsheva Frankel, the producer, and host of the podcast Overthrowing Education has been an educator for over 25 years. In 2011, she began developing the award-winning LaunchBox line – activities and games that explore big philosophical ideas. As an educational consultant, Batsheva has presented professional development workshops to educators at conferences, universities, and schools throughout the US and UK. Her book, The Jewish Educator’s Companion: Practical Tools and Inspirational Ideas was published by Behrman House in June 2017. Batsheva is the director of The Areté Institute, a project of Areté Preparatory Academy.

Connect with Batsheva:

Twitter – @OverthrowingEd
Website – http://batshevafrankel.com/
Overthrowing Education Podcast – https://www.overthrowingeducation.com/

Tim Cavey is an 8th-grade educator teaching in Surrey, BC, Canada. Now in his 18th year of education, Cavey is currently pursuing a Master’s of Educational Leadership degree. His MEdL program has re-invigorated his passion for education. Favorite topics include collaboration, communication, creativity, critical thinking, design thinking, growth mindset, inquiry, PBL, visible learning, and strategic uses of technology in education.

Connect with Tim:

Twitter – @MisterCavey
Teacher’s On Fire Podcast – https://teachersonfire.net/

Jake Miller is the #EduGIF Guy, Speaker, Tech Integration Specialist, Google Apps for Edu Trainer, & Nerd. Jake is also the host of the Educational Duct Tape Podcast.

Connect with Jake:

Twitter – @JakeMillerTech
Educational Duct Tape Podcast – https://jakemiller.net/eduducttape/

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Featured ContentOn Sunday, April 26, 2020, we hosted another live broadcast on our YouTube channel to facilitate a conversation about grades. Our guest is David Frangiosa.

In 2015, David Frangiosa made the switch to Standards-Based Grading in high school science classroom and hasn’t looked back. During our conversation we discussed:

What is Standards-Based Grading?
What is the value of SBG?
What does SBG look like in David’s classroom and school?
What should a teacher consider if they want to move to SBG?

Connect with David on Twitter – @DavidFrangiosa

Check out David’s website about Standards-Based Grading:

Complete Guide to Standards-Based GradingWe also took your ‘calls’ during our live stream and people shared information in the chat as well. We are going to go live again on Sunday, May 3, 2020, at 8:30 PM EST.

Special thanks to the following people who appeared on the show:

Al Speigel

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Featured ContentOn Sunday, April 19, 2020, we hosted another live broadcast on our YouTube channel to facilitate a conversation around distance learning. In this episode, we focused our attention on student engagement in the remote learning setting.

We enjoyed taking your ‘calls’ during our live stream and people shared information in the chat as well. We are going to go live again on Sunday, April 26, 2020, at 8:30 PM EST.

Special thanks to the following people who appeared on the show:

Al Speigel

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Featured ContentOn Sunday, April 5, 2020, we hosted another live broadcast on our YouTube channel to facilitate a conversation around distance learning. In this episode, we focused on the impact that Spring 2020 will have on education going forward. Our conversation was driven by your participation.

We enjoyed taking your ‘calls’ during our live stream and people shared information in the chat as well. We are going to go live again on Sunday, April 19, 2020, at 8:30 PM EST.

Special thanks to the following people who appeared on the show:

Jill Dobrowansky
Bruce Reicher
Al Speigel

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Featured ContentOn Sunday, March 30, 2020, we hosted another live broadcast on our YouTube channel to facilitate a conversation around distance learning. In this episode, we focused on the student perspective. Stacey was on special assignment and we welcomed Kevin Carroll as our guest co-host for the evening.

We spoke to three juniors from his high school who shed a tone of light onto distance learning from their point of view.

We enjoyed taking your ‘calls’ during our live stream and people shared information in the chat as well. We are going to go live again on Sunday, April 5, 2020, at 8:30 PM EST to talk with you about your experience with distance learning and teaching!

Special thanks to the following people who appeared on the show and talked about a variety of topics:

Miles Nesi – 2nd Grader and host of the Vacuum Podcast with Miles – @VacuumPodcast
Al Spiegel – @AlSpiegel
Ron Grosinger – @RonGrosinger

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Featured ContentOn Sunday, March 22, 2020, we hosted another live broadcast on our YouTube channel to facilitate a conversation around online teaching resources and reflection.

We enjoyed taking your ‘calls’ during our live stream and people shared information in the chat as well. We are going to go live again on Sunday, March 29, 2020 at 8:30 PM EST to talk with students about their experience with distance learning!

Special thanks to the following people who appeared on the show and talked about a variety of topics:

Al Spiegel – @AlSpiegel
Ron Grosinger – @RonGrosinger
Bruce Reicher – @breicher

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Featured ContentOn Sunday, March 15, 2020, we hosted a live broadcast on our YouTube channel to facilitate a conversation around online teaching and learning. Many schools throughout the United States and around the world are being forced to close in response to the COVID-19 virus. Educators who have never taught online or conducted virtual learning for students are being asked to use technology they’re not familiar with and provide instruction in a way that will be new for their students.

This episode is longer than usual and that’s OK because we took ‘calls’ during our live stream and people shared information in the chat as well. As a result of the overwhelmingly positive response, we are going to go live again on Sunday, March 22, 2020 at 8:30 PM Eastern to continue this conversation and provide an outlet for reflection and growth.

Special thanks to the following people who appeared on the show and talked about a variety of topics:

Shivan Persaud – @ShivanPersadEDU
Greg Bagby – @Gregbagby
Kevin Carroll – @Kevin_Carroll_
Nathan Nagele – @MrNagele
Al Spiegel – @AlSpiegel
Derek Larson – @lars3eb
Ron Grosinger – @RonGrosinger
Bruce Reicher – @breicher
Dan Kreiness – @dkreiness

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Featured ContentBack in December 2019, the New York Times asked students to weigh in on how to improve the American education system.

Their prompt received nearly 300 comments. Improving education was clearly a subject that many teenagers were passionate about. The student who were interviewed offered a variety of suggestions on how they felt schools could be improved to better teach and prepare students for life after graduation.

AJ and Chris comment discussed the following:

Put less pressure on students
Use less technology in the classroom (…or more)
Prepare students for real life
Eliminate standardized tests
Give teachers more money and support
Make lessons more engaging
Create better learning environments
Support students’ families
De-emphasize grades
Praise for great teachers

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Featured ContentChrissy Romano Arrabito is a career teacher and proud of it! She is currently an elementary teacher at Nellie K. Parker Elementary School in Hackensack, New Jersey and has over 26 years of experience as an elementary and middle school teacher. She graduated from Rutgers University where she studied Sociology and Psychology. She went on to complete the Teacher Certification program and earned a Masters Degree in Counseling from William Paterson University. Chrissy is dedicated to teaching the whole child, stimulating and supporting innovation in classrooms, and strives to provide authentic learning experiences for her students. Her true passion lies in nurturing the quiet kids, those that tend to fall through the cracks, those that truly need a champion to support and advocate for them. She is the author of, Quiet Kids Count: Unleashing the True Potential, Book 3 in the Lead Forward Series, which presents stories and strategies to make space for the quiet kids and find ways to amplify their voices and unleash their true potential.

We discussed the following with Chrissy:

What is one thing people don’t realize about quiet kids?
What is the biggest challenge teachers have to overcome when working with quiet kids?
What is the best piece of advice you can give for working with or being accommodating to an introverted student?
How can we apply all these concepts when interacting with adults who may be introverted?
What is/are the biggest takeaways that you want from the readers?

Resources* @TheConnectedEdu * Quiet Kids Count: Unleashing the True Potential of Introverts

What We’re Listening ToAJ: How to Conquer Self-Doubt with Ed Mylett – “I am worth it!” “I deserve it!” This is what is going to be taught to believe YOURSELF!

It’s the feeling that creeps up on you when you need your confidence the most. That relentless voice that tells you, you’re not good enough, smart enough, fast enough, strong enough, beautiful enough. Doubt can be so crippling. It can stop you from achieving greatness in your business, in your faith, in your relationships… in EVERYTHING! I can tell you a million times that YOU ARE ENOUGH but if YOU don’t’ believe in yourself, that temporary boost of confidence will eventually wear off and the doubt will settle back in. Confidence has to be cultivated from within! But how do you do this???? In this episode, I’m going to teach you the exact skills that will allow you to conquer self-doubt and replace it with self-confidence!

Chris: Throughline (NPR) – “Becoming America” (2/13/2020)

When the United States of America was founded, it was only a union of a small number of states. By the beginning of the 20th century, the United States had become an empire; with states and territories and colonies that spanned the globe. As a result, the country began to not only reconsider its place in the world, but also its very name.

Stacey: Hidden Brain-When Things Click: The Power Of Judgment-Free Learning

This week on Hidden Brain, we explore an innovative idea about how we learn. It will take us from the Russian laboratory of Ivan Pavlov, to a dolphin exhibit in Hawaii, to a top teaching hospital in New York. It’s about a method to quiet the noise. The sort of clutter that can turn learning into a minefield of misery. Students care more about getting praise than learning.

Not all learning can be gamified, and not all learning can be broken down into a series of steps

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Featured ContentWelcome to the next installment of the ongoing series we’re calling “Why Podcast?” In this and future editions, we speak to podcasters in and out of education about their podcasts. We will get into their why and talk about how they podcast.

Our next guest in this series is Gabriel Carrillo, host of the EdTech Bites Podcast. Our conversation with Gabriel dives into his passion for education and food.

Gabriel Carrillo is an Educational Technology Specialist. He’s been in the educational field since he graduated high school and has served as an instructional assistant, substitute teacher, teacher, dean of students, and assistant principal.

He is also a foodie and loves to cook and chow down on food of all sorts.

These two passions have come together in his EdTech Bites podcast. He gets to share these two topics with the world in each episode. He believes that the best conversations are had at the table then you break bread together.

Resources* https://edtechbites.com * https://twitter.com/EdTechBites * https://www.instagram.com/edtechbites * https://www.facebook.com/edtechbites

What We’re Listening ToAJ: The Innovator’s Mindset (The Podcast) – George Couros is a leading educator in the area of innovative leadership, teaching, and learning and is the author of the book, The Innovator’s Mindset; Empower Learning, Unleash Talent and Lead a Culture of Creativity.

This podcast, based on messages from the book, tackles the biggest barriers to innovation, why big institutions are so resistant to change and how to become the ripple effect of innovation inside your organization.

Chris: Brains On! – A science podcast for curious kids and adults from American Public Media. Co-hosted each week by kid scientists and reporters from public radio, we ask questions and go wherever the answers take us.

Recent episodes:

How do pianos work?
Flavor facts: Why food is so delicious
Bigfoot, Unicorns and Dragons: Making Sense of Myths, pt. 1

(T & IG) – @brains_on // (FB) – https://www.facebook.com/BrainsOnShow/

Stacey: Student Podcast Challenge Teachers and students, got something to say? Put on your headphones and get ready to hit record! The folks behind NPR’s Student Podcast Challenge made this handy guide on how to make a podcast in the classroom. We’ll talk about how to gather good sound, ask great questions and conduct smart interviews. Plus, we’ll hear from the contest’s judges, last year’s winners and feature some pretty inspiring stories of students and teachers. It’s everything you need to make an amazing podcast!

Gabriel: The Empowering Parents Podcast – If you’re looking for real parenting advice that works, you’ve come to the right place. Empowering Parents has been giving our readers “straight talk and real results” since 2007, and our podcast aims to do the same. Not only do our experts tell it like it is, but they also give you honest, practical, effective advice that you can start using today. On our blog, in our article comments section and on our Facebook page, you’ll find other parents who are dealing with the same issues you’re dealing with right now. When you become part of the EP community, you’ll experience what many of our parents say: “It’s like you’ve been looking in the windows of my house and know my family. I am starting to parent differently and my kids’ behavior is finally changing. And best of all, I don’t feel alone anymore.”

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Featured ContentWe discussed:

Setting Goals as an Educator:
Why Set Goals?
How to set goals?
Don’t Plan the Whole Year, Yet (5 AM Miracle)
Reflect on Your Past Successes (5 AM Miracle)
Take Your Health Seriously (5 AM Miracle)
Keep it Simple (5 AM Miracle)
Our 2020 Goals
AJ → GO Embrace work/life balance, Be a better leader, Workout 4-5 x week, read 12 books, CREATE.
Stacey → One Word- COMMIT…Commit 30, Hyperdoc
Chris → Stop worrying about other people…2 parts.

Resources:

https://commit30.com/
Stacey’s remixed One Word Hperdoc

What We’re Listening ToAJ: The Wired Educator Podcast w/ Kelly Croy – Episode 151: Resolutions Every Educator Should Make for 2020.

In this episode of The Wired Educator Podcast, Kelly shares 20 resolutions for 2020 that he believes will help every educator, administrator, and school district to level-up and impact lives. This episode is based on a blog post that Kelly shares every year at www.WiredEducator.com.

This podcast episode contains 20 Resolutions Kelly believes will help you and your school level-up and make an even greater impact.

Which resolutions challenge you? Which ones are you crushing?

Chris: Podcast Talent Coach with Erik K. Johnson – Have you ever had the desire to start your own podcast? The itch to spread your message to the world? Many people get ready to record their podcast only to discover the impostor syndrome. They hear that little voice inside their head asking, “Who do you think you are?” They feel like the kid trying to sit at the adult table during the holiday feast. They feel like they are playing dress-up.

Podcast Talent Coach is dedicated to the art and show business of podcasting. Our coaching style is personal. We treat every client as if we are part of the show. Other companies may offer services that teach the technical side of podcasting. Podcast Talent Coach is the premier coaching service focused on the personal side of the art of podcasting.

Stacey: Life Kit – Do This Today To Sleep Well Tonight – Don’t Count Sheep: Better Bedtime Rituals Think Your Way Out Of Insomnia

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We’re starting to wrap up 2019 and that means the 12 Days of PodcastPD is coming soon! From December 25 – January 5 we will be sharing 1 podcast recommendation per day. We’d love for you to be a part of it and contribute! Go to podcastpd.com/feedback to send us audio and tell the PodcastPD community about an entire podcast or one episode we should listen to and why. Also, tell us about you and how people can connect with you. Get us your submissions by December 20, 2019.

Featured ContentMike Brilla is currently a TOSA at Owen J. Roberts Middle School in Pottstown, PA. The school is located about 40 miles west of Philadelphia and they house grades 7 and 8 with roughly 900 students. Before becoming a TOSA, Mike taught Social Studies (since 2004) in both 7th and 8th grade at OJR. Aside from being a teacher, Mike is also an assistant wrestling coach at OJR and believes that much of what he does in his teaching and coaching is easily transferable.

We discussed:

Technology: When used correctly technology can absolutely bring us closer to one another and not further. I used to be one of those teachers that had kids work on projects in my room or watch videos on Zaption so I could check email and grade–it took me a while to fully take advantage of using that time to connect with my kids through conversation. I also have found and used a bunch of ideas to get to know your students and to constantly allow for them to express their own thoughts and feelings in class.
Focus on the Kids: I once had a parent tell me I was a pretty good teacher but would be even better when I have kids of my own. At first, I was offended but then I thought about it and how right she was. I have constantly tried to remember that we are teaching people’s children, not just students. That framework has really helped me to put my students first.
Kids Need It: I see it in my own kids, they are good with technology but they need to learn how to use it responsibly, productively and educationally. I recently read Marching off the Map and it hammered home the idea that now, more than ever, we need to be teaching the “soft skills” in class so our kids can develop meaningful relationships and navigate the uncertain waters their futures hold.

What We’re Listening ToAJ: The 5 AM Miracle with Jeff Sanders – Episode 307: Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention w/ Nir Eyal – Nir Eyal is the author of the bestselling book, Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products and Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life., which is about the many options we have to keep our eye on the prize.

Chris: Work Your Podcast – Bonnie L. Frank and Emily Prokop deliver weekly podcasting and business strategies to help you balance podcasting and life, simplify the process, and grow your business.

Episode 1 – Why Podcast?

Mike: https://www.edmylett.com – Toney Gonzalez

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Featured ContentWelcome to the first in an ongoing series we’re calling “Why Podcast?” In this and future editions, we will be speaking to podcasters in and out of education about their podcasts. We will get into there why and talk about how they podcast.

Our first guest in this series is Dan Kreiness, host of the Leader of Learning Podcast. Our conversation with Dan dives deep into his podcast’s origins and where he believes his podcast is going.

Dan Kreiness is an instructional leader, podcast host, and doctoral candidate who constantly searches for the most effective ways to advance education and produce high student achievement. Dan began his teaching career by spending nearly eight years in the New York City Department of Education as an eighth grade English language arts teacher, academic intervention specialist, and middle-level literacy coach, then spent nearly five years at Derby Middle School in Derby, Connecticut as a reading teacher and instructional coach. He is currently an ELA Instructional Coach in the Norwalk Public School District in Norwalk, Connecticut. Dan holds master’s degrees in adolescent education and educational leadership and is currently a doctoral student in the field of educational leadership. His dissertation, “Transformational Leadership to Inspire Growth Mindset in Classroom Teachers,” will be defended in Spring, 2020. Dan was named to the 2017 class of ASCD Emerging Leaders. He is also a Google Certified Educator, Nearpod PioNear, Flipgrid Ambassador, and Wakelet Ambassador.

What We’re Listening ToAJ: Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast

Fair Isn’t Always Equal: Rick Wormeli

In education we talk about the power of differentiated learning, but what about differentiated grading? Rick Wormeli is an expert in differentiated assessments and grades. In this episode Josh and Rick discuss:

Differentiated Grading, Fair Isn’t Always Equal, Traditional Grading Scale and the impact it has on Learning, The role of Homework, Redos, and Retakes done right, Busting Myths about Differentiated Instruction, and the Impact of a Zero and GPA and the Future of Grading.

@joshua__Stamper @RickWormeli2

Chris: Art of Manliness #557 – Grow, Adapt, and Reinvent Yourself Through Ultralearning

Many of us want to learn a new skill or master a new area of expertise, either to further or change our career or simply for the sake of personal fulfillment. But going deep in a subject seems like it would take a long time, and even require going back to school, something most of us don’t have the time, money, and desire to do.
Scott Young and he’s the author of Ultralearning: Master Hard Skills, Outsmart the Competition and Accelerate Your Career. We begin our conversation with Scott’s successful experiment of doing all the course work for a computer science degree from MIT in less than a year and for free and how this opened Scott up to the idea of “ultralearning.”

Stacey: Embedded – This is Not a Joke – When a student starts down the path towards racist extremism, there’s no set plan for how a school should respond. But teachers and fellow students are often the first to spot the warning signs. So what can they do?

Dan Kreiness: Brian Mendler The Brian Mendler Show -My Worst Student https://www.brianmendler.com/my-worst-student/

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Featured ContentReasons you need a PLN:

Find great resources, lesson plans, and conferences
Share your resources & ideas
Following amazing educators and their blogs
Get support when needed
Make international connections
Flatten your classroom walls
Collaborate globally on projects
Find round-the-clock inspiration
Learn the latest trends in education
Never run out of ideas for new things to try with your students

Resources Mentioned* 10 Reasons Every Teacher Needs A Professional Learning Network – Teachthought.com

What We’re Listening ToAJ: Planet Money: Episode 947: Some-of-the-Money Ball

Baseball is a winner-take-all career. There is a very small chance of making massive amounts of money. But more importantly, there is a very big chance of making almost no money. Some minor leaguers earn $8,000 dollars per year.

To have more chances of winning the baseball lottery, some players are deciding to get together and face the odds as a group. They are joining “income pools,” which could change the way baseball players, and lots of professionals, think about how we get paid.

Chris:

Short Wave (NPR) – New discoveries, everyday mysteries, and the science behind the headlines — all in about 10 minutes, every weekday. It’s science for everyone, using a lot of creativity and a little humor. Join host Maddie Sofia for science on a different wavelength.
Loving this podcast!
Office Ladies – The Office co-stars and best friends, Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey, are doing the ultimate The Office re-watch podcast for you. Each week, Jenna and Angela will break down an episode of The Office and give exclusive behind-the-scenes stories that only two people who were there, can tell you.
theofficeladies.com

Stacey: How I Built This – Gimlet Media: Alex Blumberg and Matt Lieber

Feedback “Another outstanding episode from the @PodcastPD crew! Special thx for the shout out for my podcast, Inclusive Technology 4 All! Go to mmatp.com/it4all to subscribe, listen to past episodes, and to read the transcripts of every episode #ATchat #AT4NJ #ATUDL” ~ @mmatp * Check out Mike’s podcast – Inclusive Technology 4 All* * New @PodcastPD Followers on Twitter: * @joevalver_htsd * @TAYLORWITT1 * @HaglerJay * @OrganizLeaderVB * @Ms_Brown2019 * @JasmineSaab * @DigitalVick * @MisterCavey * @CollVeitz * @twstedteaching * @SkillsSupporter * @Karrabasse77 * @mcp_idt * @CuriousKidPod * @CatherineSteua1

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Featured ContentTeaching is about relationships. While students, parents, and administrators all expect you to partner with them, your connections with colleagues will play the largest role in your ability to enjoy your work and grow as a professional.

Tracy from Rhode Island, our guest from episode 56, had some great insight following our episode 57 discussion about the value of Twitter for educators today.

In a vox to our PodcastPD Voxer group, she honed in on AJ’s point about building your PLN and connecting and learning from the teachers closest to you. Those would be your colleagues in your grade level, department, and your building and district.

So today we’re going to talk about ways we’ve been great colleagues, failed at being great colleagues, and we hope to inspire your next positive teaching relationship.

Strategies for Being a Great Colleague:

Care so you can be cared for
Give and take
Learn from others’ experience
Be a great listener
Make good choices

Resources Mentioned* Quiet Leadership: Six Steps to Transforming Performance at Work * Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World

What We’re Listening ToAJ: Still listening to Feedback (and Other Dirty Words) by M. Tamra Chandler and Laura Grealish as mentioned on episode 56.

Chris: Art of Manliness #551: Inside the Gangsters’ Code – Lou Ferrante was a mobster who worked for the Gambino crime family and made a trade out of hijacking trucks loaded with expensive goods. Eventually, the law caught up with him and he ended up in prison. There, he discovered a love for reading and writing which set off a personal transformation that led to him leaving the mafia. After his stint in jail, Lou went on to become an author and the host of a Discovery Channel documentary series called Inside the Gangsters’ Code.

Stacey: Note to Self-How to Create Good Digital Citizens – Right from wrong. We teach our kids what this means in the classroom and at home. But what about online? The next generation of tech users could be a part of much more civilized digital universe, but only if they learn how now. Manoush talks to Richard Culatta (CEO of the International Society for Technology in Education) about the five steps to creating good digital citizens, and how to turn the current online “culture shift” into something positive, respectful, and more accessible to all.

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Feedback (and Other Dirty Words): Why We Fear It, How to Fix It

Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World

Quiet Leadership: Six Steps to Transforming Performance at Work

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Featured ContentIn 2008, Twitter came on the scene as a micro-blogging platform that asked its users, “What are you doing?” The social media platform quickly became a tool and resource used by educators around the world. In this episode, we discussed the relevance and value of Twitter to educators today.

There are points where we agree and disagree. We also know that there is still a lot to say on the topic and we would love to hear from you about the relevance of Twitter in education. Contact us here.

Thank you to Tracy Enos, Mike Brilla, and Stephanie Lewis who all contributed their thoughts for this episode.

Twitter topics discussed:

Why did you join Twitter?
Has your use of Twitter changed from when you started?
Is Twitter still relevant for you? Other educators?
Positives and Negatives of Twitter for Educators
If not Twitter, what?

What We’re Listening ToAJ: Feedback (and Other Dirty Words): Why We Fear It, How to Fix It by M. Tamra Chandler and Laura Grealish (audiobook)

Feedback: the mere mention of the word can make our blood pressure rise and our defenses go up. For many of us, it’s a dirty word that we associate with bias, politics, resentment, and self-doubt. However, if we take a step back and think about its true intent, we realize that feedback needn’t be a bad thing. After all, understanding how others experience us provides valuable opportunities to learn and grow.

The authors explain how feedback got such a bad rap and how to recognize and minimize the negative physical and emotional responses that can erode trust and shut down communication. They offer a new and more ambitious definition of feedback, explore the roles we each play as Seeker, Extender, and Receiver, and introduce the three Fs of making feedback focused, fair, and frequent.

When it’s done right, the feedback has been proven to be the most effective means of improving communication and performance for you and your organization. It’s too important to give up, and with Chandler and Grealish’s help, you’ll be able to use it deftly, equitably, and effectively.

Chris: Danica Patrick – Pretty Intense – I’m Danica Patrick and I’m Pretty Intense! I believe that each and every one of us has the power within ourselves to create the life that we really want. And I want to inspire you to go conquer your dreams, both professionally and personally. That’s why I created this podcast.

Stacey: Land of the Giants – In less than two decades, Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos scaled an online marketplace for books into the world’s most valuable company. But at what cost? From Prime and HQ2, to the growing adoption of smart speakers and home cameras, to increasing scrutiny of Amazon’s power and its role in the changing nature of work, Vox and Recode’s new podcast, Land of the Giants: The Rise of Amazon, addresses it all with detailed, thought-provoking, measured reporting from host Jason Del Rey. And it’s not just for insiders. This show is an essential guide to Amazon’s backstory for those unfamiliar and offers never-before-told, behind-the-scenes stories for the Amazon-obsessed.

Feedback Dan Kreiness (via Twitter) re: Episode 56 * Ken Morrison, Mylasia (via Speakpipe) – Favorite Podcast: Big Questions with Cal Fussman* * New @PodcastPD Followers on Twitter: * @MechanicJacki * @aloah * @EducatingMe * @mrsleban * @EmilyWilk54 * @m5music1 * @cassandrazing * @McDonoughCST * @MissJacksonHMS * @smscoachingWH

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Featured ContentTracy Enos is lucky enough to spend her days surrounded by energetic 8th graders. Tracy an 8th Grade ELA teacher and she is entering her 11th year of teaching English in West Warwick, RI at Deering Middle School. She’s honored to be teaching in the district she grew up in, she is forever a Wizard. Tracy is passionate about opening doors for her students to create, collaborate, and communicate with one another and the world around them.

Topics we discuss:

Giving students control of their learning to foster real-life experiences and build relationships.
Blended Learning/Playlists/Hyperdocs – Learning at their Own Pace
What does the process look like?
What is the reality of the authentic audience? Who’s in the audience?

Connect with Tracy on Twitter

What We’re Listening ToAJ: Work-Life w/Adam Grant – Season 1, Episode 4: Your hidden personality

Are you an introvert … or an extrovert? You might not know yourself as well as you think. Adam Grant talks with “Quiet” author Susan Cain and visits a workplace where personality training starts even before job training, to help you discover what your traits really are — and how you can stretch beyond them.

Chris: Burned-In Teacher Podcast! – The Burned-In Teacher Podcast is all about going from burned-out educator to BURNED-IN human. On this show, I interview teachers who are or have gone through burnout and they share with us what they are doing or have done in the past to beat it. I also interview experts in the field of teacher burnout, education, productivity, happiness, and basically all things BURN IN. There will also be episodes where I share my own experiences and answer questions from listeners and Burned-In Teacher Community Members.

Stacey: Middle Grade Ninja – A podcast about reading and writing middle-grade novels utilizing ninja stealth and skill. Rob Kent interviews fellow authors and various publishing professionals to discuss the craft and business of producing middle grade and young adult novels. Episodes are also available as videos. Learn more at MiddleGradeNinja.com.

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Featured ContentChris, AJ, and Stacey start season 3 of Podcast PD busier than ever before! Two of us are starting the year in new positions, one of us is on the move (literally). We can’t wait to get another school year and another year of Podcast PD underway!

AJ is a new administrator serving as a Supervisor of Instruction and Technology in East Rutherford, NJ.

Stacey is back in the classroom. She will be teaching 5th grade!

Chris has full schedule teaching in a new room, with a new ICS teacher and he’s teaching 3 additional courses at Rutgers this semester!

What We’re Listening ToAJ: The Mindful Educators Podcast – Made for teachers, by teachers. Erin and Dave Tashian, an awesome husband and wife team, are creating a community of educators who are cultivating a positive school culture one mindful classroom at a time. 7 episodes so far and growing… Episodes focus on Mindful practices to start the new year, balance as an educator, mindful listening and finding your personal motivation to stay positive.

@themindfuleducators

Chris: the memory palace – The Memory Palace is a storytelling podcast and occasional radio segment created and produced by Nate DiMeo. It was a finalist for a Peabody Award in 2016. It is a proud member of Radiotopia from PRX, a collective of independent podcasts. New episodes come out during the first and third weeks of the month, barring the occasional holiday break. I was exposed to this podcast listening to an episode of RadioLab that featured a number of clips from the memory place and Nate was on the show talking about the clips and how he makes the show.

Stacey: I am not listening to anything new. In fact, I am looking for a strategy to get from 1539 to PodcastZERO! Listeners, if you have a good strategy for me to get through my podcasts, I’m all ears. Vox me at iruntech!

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Featured ContentIn our final regular episode for the school year we connect with JP Prezzavento of the Bits and Bytes of Education Podcast (@bitsandbytesedu on Twitter). He shares his transition from Instructional Technology Coordinator to Communications and PR Director. We talk “brands”, telling your schools’ stories and making everyone shine!

What We’re Listening ToAJ: Art of Manliness Episode 325: Leading Quietly

When we think of being a good leader, we often think we need to be a bold, visionary, risk-taking type like Winston Churchill, Theodore Roosevelt, or Steve Jobs.

Joseph Badaracco argues that most of the day-to-day work that makes the world function is done by individuals who stand outside the limelight and lead with calm confidence. He’s the author of the book Leading Quietly: An Unorthodox Guide to Doing the Right Thing. Joe discusses the heroic archetype of leadership, why most leadership development books and courses focus on it, and why heroic leadership can actually get in the way of an organization’s success. He then shares the qualities of a quiet leader and why they’re often more effective than heroic leaders at getting things done in an organization.

Chris: New Apple Podcasts Categories coming!

Stacey: Primary Ride Home

Primary Season swings into full gear next week with the start of the 2019 debates. Before you watch the candidates on June 26th and 27th, catch up on their stories, policies, and political moves, thus far.

JP: Reply All– #130 The Snapchat Thief

This week, a new Super Tech Support: after Lizzie’s Snapchat gets hacked, things start getting really creepy. Alex investigates.

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Featured ContentChris and AJ recently participated in the 2019 What Works for Kids Conference at Bergen Community College (NJ). This conference is a result of planning by Northern Ignite. AJ has been an active member of the group for a number of years. The main conversation features Chris, AJ, and guests Erica Ripston, Mike Andriulli, and Kim Dowling.

Topics

What is the What Works for Kids Conference?
Recap of some of the student projects on display.
Encouraging Kim Dowling to leverage Twitter for professional development.

Connect with our guests!

Erica Ripston – Elementary School Teacher
Mike Andriulli – Principal – Check out Mike’s previous appearance on PodcastPD
Kim Dowling – Curriculum and Instruction Supervisor

What We’re Listening ToAJ: Full Count: The Podcast – To celebrate the release of Full Count: The Education of a Pitcher, authors David Cone and Jack Curry participate in a five-part podcast series, which chronicles Cone’s amazing career. In the series, Curry takes Cone from his early days playing Wiffle Ball in the backyard through to his playing for the New York Yankees and beyond. In each episode, Cone offers candid recollections of the events that helped make him the most respected pitchers in the game.

Chris: Locked On Podcasts – Locked On Podcast Network was created in June of 2016 by David Locke, the radio voice of the Utah Jazz. Originating with a single podcast, Locked On Jazz, the network has grown far and wide. Locked On now produces more than 100 different podcasts – providing in-depth coverage of NBA, NFL, MLB, and major college sports teams. Locked On publishes over 450 podcast episodes every week – generating 5 million listens a month and growing.

Stacey: The Last Mrs. Parrish by Liv Constantine – Amber Patterson is fed up. She’s tired of being a nobody: a plain, invisible woman who blends into the background. She deserves more—a life of money and power like the one blond-haired, blue-eyed goddess Daphne Parrish takes for granted.

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Featured ContentKasey Bell is part sparkling smile, part witty personality and a whole heap of passion as big as a Texas! She is a disruptor of the boring. An engaging, innovative, from the heart sharer who inspires educators while transforming their teaching with original, timely and use-tomorrow ideas for student choice, differentiation, and technology integration.

She’s the co-host of the Google Teacher Tribe podcast and recently launched her solo ShakeUp Learning Show and she joins us now…

Topics

Why start your own podcast?
How have podcasts and podcasting added value for you?
Value of PodcastPD?
How to get credit for podcast listening?

Resources

The Teacher’s Guide to Podcasts
Shake Up Learning: Practical Ideas to Move Learning from Static to Dynamic

What We’re Listening ToAJ: Lead to Win with Michael Hyatt – Destroy Distractions with These 9 Focus-Boosting Strategies. We’ve learned that we can’t do our best work sandwiched between meetings and phone calls. We need focused time for strategizing, writing, and working out difficult problems.

Chris: AOM #506: How to Improve Your Speaking Voice – When it comes to your personal presentation, there’s one aspect that often gets overlooked: your voice.

Your voice is a big part of what makes you, you, and what makes you likable and influential. Yet you probably don’t think too much about it. Not to mention, my guest today argues, you’re likely not even using your true voice thanks to bad habits you’ve picked up throughout your life. Guest is Roger Love, he’s a voice coach who’s worked with some of the world’s most famous singers and speakers, and the author of Set Your Voice Free.

Kasey: Y’all Need This Podcast – https://yallneedthispodcast.com/ – The Biz Chicks Podcast – https://bizchix.com – The 10 Minute Teacher Podcast – https://www.coolcatteacher.com/podcast/

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Featured ContentIn this episode we let Carol Persin know we are sending her to ISTE and share our tips and tricks for successfully navigating (or surviving) and giant convention like ISTE. We look forward to meeting up with you in Philly!

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We are celebrating our 5oth show and 4 years of PodcastPD! In this episode you tell US what show you couldn’t live without and we share our own must listens! Thanks for sharing your recs and thanks for spending the last four years with us!

Featured ContentWe asked the internet, “If you could only subscribe to one podcast what would it be and why?” We’ve got a few responses to share with you so let’s get started…

Kate Nesi (Twitter) – Freakonomics
Richard Byrne, FreeTech4Teachers.com (Twitter) – The Joe Rogan Experience
Donnie Piercey (Twitter) – Partial Credit Podcast
EngageEducate (IG) – Cult of Pedagogy
CPT_SwansonsClassrom (IG) – Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast
Eric Guise, co-host GotTechED the Podcast – Stuff You Should Know
Tracy Enos (from our Voxer Group) – This American Life
Craig Wealand, host Ingles Podcast – MFL Twitterati Podcast
Chris Nesi – School of Podcasting
Derek Larson – The Pen Addict Podcast
AJ Bianco – Art of Manliness
Carlos Garza – Stuff You Should Know
Stacey Lindes – How I Built This

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Need to unwind and recharge? Looking for some ideas on how to do that? Join us as we discuss 10 ways to unwind and recharge your educator batteries.

Featured Content1. Read 2. Play with your own kids 3. Play Golf 4. Go for a run/walk outside – geocaching 5. Get lost in anything other than education 6. Watch sports 7. Meditate (use the Calm app or Calm.com-its free for educators!) 8. Journal/morning pages 9. Exercise/Work out 10. DO NOTHING

What We’re Listening ToAJ: The Mindset & Motivation Podcast – Episode 559: You’re Not Lucky! – Do you believe in luck? Do you believe that some people are luckier than others? Well, I am going to talk about the subject of luck in today’s episode and tell you why you should worry about skill more than luck, because luck might not even be real…

Chris: Evan & Katelyn Podcast – A podcast about YouTube stuff, making stuff, and life! It will make sense once you start listening… hopefully. New episodes every Monday!

Stacey: Essential Oils Solutions with doTERRA—Podcast – The Essential Oil Solutions with doTERRA podcast is focused on providing education about new and fun ways of using essential oils. If you want to keep track of what you learned today, or to use this podcast in a class, download the accompanying worksheet by clicking the button below.

Calling all Podcast Listeners!Our 50th episode is coming and we want you to be a part of the show! If you could only listen to ONE podcast for the rest of your life what is that podcast? What’s it about? Why is this your pick?

Let us know who you are, your role in education, and how people can connect with you! Go to podcastpd.com/feedback

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Matt Daly from the Academy of Professional Teachers joins us to share the Socratic Oath that he and John Madden developed.

Featured Content Matt Daly has been teaching and coaching for over 15 years. He is an Instructional Leader, Educational Consultant, Writer, and Speaker. He holds degrees in English and Secondary Education from Providence College, an MFA in Creative Writing: Poetry, and has Supervisory Certification in Instruction. Matt lives in New Jersey with his wife, also a teacher, and his three daughters. * Socratic Oath* 1. I will design lessons and assessments that allow for personalization of learning for my individual students. 2. I will promote learning experiences that consider the capabilities of my students, and challenge them to grow and develop their abilities. #SocraticOath #Teachers 3. I will be consistent in my dedication to the practice of teaching, and in upholding the ideals of competent and quality pedagogies. 4. I will build and model a sense of community within my classroom to help students become empathetic contributors to society. 5. I will seek equity and justice for my students, not only in their daily lives, but in the education they are provided, encouraging them to pay those ideals forward, and to advocate for both themselves and others. 6. I will ensure that my students are engaged in worthy pursuits, that foster curiosity, and take into account their own interests, experiences, and challenges. 7. I will remain an active learner, seeking out more effective strategies and implementing them in my classroom, observing colleagues and encouraging observation in my classroom as well, in order to collaborate and progress as teachers. 8. I will provide a safe environment for my students, at both an emotional and educational level, allowing them to develop the experimentation and resilience they will need outside of my classroom. 9. I will endeavor to retain my influence within my school, district, and department, adding my voice to the design and implementation of instruction and curriculum. 10. I will be open to the collaborative exchange of ideas with my colleagues regarding what we do in our classrooms, providing strong and useful feedback, for mutual gain.

Links and Resources* Academy of Professional Teachers * Socratic Oath * Matt Daly * John Madden * An End to the Quiet War by Matt Daly

What We’re Listening ToAJ: Listening to Audiobook: The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader by John C. Maxwell

Chris: Art of Manliness 479 – Becoming a Digital Minimalist

Stacey: 10% Happier with Dan Harrisepisode #15 Gretchen Rubin

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Featured ContentPineapple Charts & #ObserveMe

WHAT IS A PINEAPPLE CHART? – From the Cult of Pedagogy…

A Pineapple Chart is a system that allows teachers to invite one another into their classrooms for informal observation.
The chart is set up in some location where teachers go on a daily basis: the teacher’s lounge, the copy room, or wherever teacher mailboxes live in your school.
On the chart, teachers “advertise” the interesting things they are doing in their classrooms, activities they think others might want to observe. The activities could be as complex as a science lab, a history simulation, or a Skype session with a school in another country. Or they could be as simple as a read-aloud or a lesson on badminton.

WHAT IS #OBSERVEME

It involves educators making a sign that welcomes their colleagues to observe them and give feedback in specific areas they have listed. Then they ask their peers to come by and share their expertise.

Positives

Pineapple charts do a great job of quickly informing staff members about what they could learn from their peers. It’s informal, so all you have to do is list what you are doing and when it’s happening. This makes it easy for everyone to participate in.
ObserveMe gives the teacher being observed specific feedback that can be used to improve her practice. So, both the observer and the person being observed gain insight that will help improve each other’s practice. Once you create the sign, you could leave it up for the entire year as long as those are the goals you still want to get feedback on.

Negatives

Pineapple charts require regular updates so that people know what is going on in a classroom. That takes a little more maintenance. They also tend to encourage more of a one-sided flow of information: the observer is learning from the observed. Any feedback is shared informally.
#ObserveMe requires more planning and work ahead of the observation. The teacher being observed needs to think of what he/she wants feedback on, use that information to create a sign, and display it in her room. Observers may also initially feel awkward giving anything but positive feedback.

Links and ResourcesResources

https://www.cultofpedagogy.com/pineapple-charts/
https://robertkaplinsky.com/whats-difference-observeme-pineapple-charts/

What We’re Listening ToAJ: The Big Leap – Most of us believe that we will finally feel satisfied and content with our lives when we get the good news we have been waiting for, find a healthy relationship, or achieve one of our personal goals. However, this rarely happens. Good fortune is often followed by negative emotions that overtake us and result in destructive behaviors. “I don’t deserve this,” “this is too good to be true,” or any number of harmful thought patterns prevent us from experiencing the joy and satisfaction we have earned. In The Big Leap, Hendricks reveals a simple yet comprehensive program for overcoming this barrier to happiness and fulfillment, presented in a way that engages both the mind and heart. The book describes the four hidden fears that are at the root of the Upper Limit Problem. The Big Leap delivers a proven method for first identifying which of these four fears prevents us from reaching our personal upper limit, and then breaking through that limitation to achieve what Hendricks refers to as our Zone of Genius.

Chris: The Rain Delay – Looking for advanced stats, game breakdowns, and game nuances? Welp, you’re looking in the wrong place. But if you want to talk mascots, memorabilia, and moments? We’re here from you. Each week, Cooperstown Kurt will welcome a guest from the world of baseball to talk about the lighter side of the game. Player interviews, movie breakdowns, and an “On The Road” subset are just some of the episodes you’ll hear.

First episode – “The Sandlot” Director David Mickey Evans

Stacey: When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing – Everyone knows that timing is everything. But we don’t know much about timing itself. Our lives are a never-ending stream of “when” decisions: when to start a business, schedule a class, get serious about a person. Yet we make those decisions based on intuition and guesswork.

Timing, it’s often assumed, is an art. In When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing, Pink shows that timing is really a science.

Drawing on a rich trove of research from psychology, biology, and economics, Pink reveals how best to live, work, and succeed. How can we use the hidden patterns of the day to build the ideal schedule? Why do certain breaks dramatically improve student test scores? How can we turn a stumbling beginning into a fresh start? Why should we avoid going to the hospital in the afternoon? Why is singing in time with other people as good for you as exercise? And what is the ideal time to quit a job, switch careers, or get married?

In When, Pink distills cutting-edge research and data on timing and synthesizes them into a fascinating, readable narrative packed with irresistible stories and practical takeaways that give readers compelling insights into how we can live richer, more engaged lives.

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The Big Leap: Conquer Your Hidden Fear and Take Life to the Next Level

When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing

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Chris and Stacey interview Tony Keefer and Scott Jones, creators of March Book Madness (MBM), a bracket-style book competition that serves to engage students in conversations surrounding books from three areas, Picture Books, Middle Grades and YA. AJ was on special assignment during the interview, but joins in for the intro and shares his podcast recommendation.

Featured ContentTony Keefer, a 7th-grade teacher by day and family man by night, and Scott Jones, 5th Grade teacher, reader, traveler, and 21st Century Teacher for 21st Century learners, are teachers in Central Ohio. In 2015, they decided to take their classroom versions of March Book Madness to the rest of the world. Now students, classrooms and libraries from as close as down the hall to as far away as Kuala Lumpur participate in March Book Madness.

During the interview, we ask about the origins of March Book Madness, how themes and books are selected, how MBM works, how educators and schools get get involved, as well as other questions.

Links and ResourcesResources

http://marchbookmadness.weebly.com
https://twitter.com/TonyKeefer
https://twitter.com/escott818
https://diversebooks.org/
2019mbm

What We’re Listening ToAJ:

Inspiring Teachers with Tavis and Danny Episode 9

CJ Reynolds (Real Rap with Reynolds on YouTube) talks about Genuine Passion in Teaching and Giving Your All

Chris:

I want to become a master penman! – Art of Manliness (482) Power of Penmanship – Guest, Michael Sull, a master penman discusses what it takes to become a master penman and what exactly a master penman does for a living. The conversation explores the history of cursive handwriting, including insights into how culture has influenced handwriting styles throughout the ages and why penmanship has declined in the modern day.

Stacey:

I have been a fan of Techmeme Ride Home for a while now and was a bit wary when the host Brian decided to go 7 days a week by adding weekend interviews with guests, but the interviews conducted this weekend were amazing! NBC News’ Jacob Ward On Data Vs. Privacy and Mark Gurman Says Apple “don’t even know for sure” What Project Titan Is Building.

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Chris shares his experience getting a grant funded through Donors Choose. He shares how his grant came to be, what equipment was included in the request, and his plans for the future.

Check out the Zebra Podcast Network to see how Chris is already putting his grant to good use!

What We’re Listening ToAJ:

Throughline

Chris & Stacey:

5AM Miracle episode #273-Productivity Strategies to Master Content Creation with Pamela Wilson

Education Podcast SpotlightTeachers on Fire Podcast – Profiling agents of growth and transformation in K-12 education. Hosted by Tim Cavey (@MisterCavey). #GrowthMindset #4Cs #IBL #PBL #DesignThinking #TLAP

Episode 24 – Nesi

Episode 60 – Bianco

Tim… connect with Stacey…and get her on your show!

https://teachersonfire.net/

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We pull back the curtain on how exactly we make PodcastPD. We share the tools we use to plan, record, and promote the podcast.

Planning & Prep
Google Docs, Voxer
Recording
Squadcast.fm – SquadCast is on a mission to amplify collaboration. We seek to empower & encourage creatives to engage in meaningful conversations without barriers.
$20 per month OR $200 per year
Editing
Audacity
Sharing
Pippa.io
Self-hosted WordPress
Promotion
IG, Twitter, FB

What We’re Listening ToAJ:

The Corp with Gary Vee
The Bits and Bites of Education Ep 13

Chris:

CBS Sunday Morning – Podcasts

Mobituaries with Mo Rocca – Mo Rocca’s long love of obituaries has him led to creating Mobituaries, an irreverent but deeply researched appreciation of the people (and things) of the past who have long intrigued him—from an unsung Founding Father to the first Chinese-American superstar, from Neanderthals to the station wagon.

https://www.mobituaries.com

Stacey: Potterless Potterless is a magical journey following Mike Schubert, a 25-year-old man, reading the Harry Potter series for the first time, as he sits down with Harry Potter fanatics to poke fun at plot holes, make painfully incorrect predictions, and rant about how Quidditch is the worst sport ever invented. With his podcastic voice, uncanny sense of humor, uniquely sharp mind, and arsenal of witty and insightful guests, Mike Schubert will take you on a journey through your childhood, this time with the rose-tinted glasses off. People are calling Potterless “hilarious and engaging,” “down-to-earth magic!” and “like watching a baby learn to walk.”

https://www.potterlesspodcast.com/

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In episode 43 the PodcastPD crew talks about the ONE WORD that will guide each of them through 2019. What’s your ONE WORD? Check out My One Word to help you find your word for the coming year.

What We’re Listening ToAJ: Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast – (@Joshua__Stamper)

Chris: The Educational Duct Tape Podcast – Jake Miller (@JakeMillerTech)

Stacey: Better than Before by Gretchen Rubin

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Featured Content@LukeWileyED

Luke Wiley has earned his BA in History with minor studies in American studies at Rutgers University. Currently, he’s in his 5th year, earning his Masters in Education and he’s currently student teaching, with me, as I’ve mentioned previously.

He’s a member of the Rutgers University Track and Field Team where he is a distance runner.

Topics Discussed* Why a career in education? * Describe the coursework you received prior to your ST experience * Something that’s come up in the actual classroom that your classes didn’t prepare you for? * Challenges of student teaching? * Any fear or reservation going into this experience? * Something you haven’t tried yet in the classroom? * Important takeaways? * Positive or Negative * Do you feel prepared for your first job?

Connect with Luke on Twitter!

What We’re Listening ToThe 12 Days of PodcastPD will begin on December 26, 2018, and run through January 6, 2019. We’re excited to again bring you 12 podcast recommendations to end 2018 and start 2019. Each recommendation will inspire you personally and professionally.

To keep up with everything for this edition of the 12 Days of PodcastPD go to podcastpd.com/12days2018

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Featured ContentIn this episode, we reflect on the latest installment of EdCamp New Jersey! Our conversation includes some live recording we did during the event and we’re excited to share our feedback and conversation on our 7th edcamp.

What We’re Listening To The 2018 12 Days of PodcastPD are coming! * We’re looking for your submissions to round out our 12 mini-episodes that will be released from December 26-January 6. * Your submission should include: * Who you are (your role in education, how people can connect with you) * Title of the Podcast (& specific episode if nec.) * Tell us why this podcast is awesome and the value you’ve gotten and what people can expect. * Where to find the podcast (website, social media, etc.) * Submissions should be no longer than 5 minutes. * Submissions are due: December 21, 2018*

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Featured ContentMandy Froehlich is a Director of Innovation and Technology from Wisconsin where she supports and encourages educators to create innovative change in their classrooms. Her passion lies in reinvigorating and re-engaging teachers back into their profession, including supporting teachers’ mental health and wellness, as well as what is needed to support teachers in their pursuit of innovative and divergent thinking in their classroom. She consults with school districts around the country in the effective use of technology to support great teaching, creating a culture of support for innovation and divergent thinking, and motivating teachers to re-engage in their profession. She’s the author of The Fire Within: Lessons From Defeat That Have Inspired a Passion for Learning. Her latest book is Divergent EDU: Challenging Assumptions and Limitations to Create a Culture of Innovation

Contact info: https://mandyfroehlich.com/ https://twitter.com/froehlichm

Q: What does innovative teaching look like?

A: Innovation is a popular buzzword in education. Teachers all over the world are encouraged to be innovative and encourage their students to pursue innovative ideas and be innovative in their thinking.

Q: Tell us about your journey; what inspired you to write your books?

A: Started with an infographic- then called upon to help schools and districts use the Hierarchy for their own PD

Q: What led to the framework?

A: Conversations with teachers. Helping teachers become re-engaged. Leaving the classroom for a tech integrator role, working in different schools.

Q: What is innovation?

A: Common vocabulary can build climate and culture. George Couros – new, different, and better.

Q: What does your ideal PD opportunity look like? How do you go about receiving personal and professional development?

A: Edcamp model, the book Professionally Driven by Jarod Bormann

What We’re Listening To AJ: Teachers on Fire Tim Cavey profiles agents of growth and transformation in K-12 education. Tim interviews advocating for collaboration, communication, creation, consumption, critical thinking, design thinking, growth mindset, PBL, and strategic uses of technology in education. Teachersonfire.net – @TeachersonFire (Twitter/IG) * Chris: Teachers Need Teachers Kim Lepre, Teachers Need Teachers is the podcast for new and beginning teachers. It’s inspired by the questions beginning teachers are asking around the web, plus the questions that you didn’t know you should ask! * Stacey: Deck the Hallmark Join Bran, Panda, and Dan as they attempt to watch and review all 37 Hallmark Christmas Movie premiers this holiday season. Bran LOVES Hallmark movies, Panda LIKES Hallmark movies and Dan DESPISES Hallmark movies. Start with PREVIEW 1; Rocky Mountain Christmas and be sure to check out their site! * Mandy:* Teacher’s Aid

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Divergent EDU: Challenging assumptions and limitations to create a culture of innovation

The Fire Within: Lessons from defeat that have inspired a passion for learning

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Featured ContentA lot of hard work goes into >>>planning<<< most PD opportunities. What happens when those efforts don’t go as planned? For this episode, we crowdsourced PD planning ideas from you, our listeners! Thank you to our listeners who contributed their perspective.

Amy Arbogash (via Twitter) @amyarbogash
Elissa Kingsley (via IG) @kingsleypartyofthree
Jess Groff (via IG) @jess_groff
Rich Hayzler (via Twitter) @RichHayzler

What We’re Listening To AJ: Vrain Waves: Teacher Conversations with Minds Shaping Education – Ep. 21: Catlin Tucker on Blended Learning. * Chris: In the No Parts 1-2-3 – Mature audiences only. NSFW, Not safe for students * Stacey:* Hidden Brain-BS Jobs

FeedbackRandall Black (the Randall Black Show) – As a former social studies teacher, I really enjoyed this one! (episode 38)

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Featured ContentThematic Instruction in Social Studies has been a topic of discussion between Chris and AJ for over a year. During the 2017-18 school year, Chris changed his instruction to follow the 10 Themes of Social Studies. He eliminated traditional tests/quizzes, homework, and notetaking in favor of a project-based, student-centered classroom. While Chris does get pushback from some administrators on this approach his students’ enjoyment of the class and increased levels of engagement are all the proof he needed to continue and to help AJ bring this approach to his class as well.

What is thematic teaching?
What are the 10 themes in history?
CULTURE
TIME, CONTINUITY, AND CHANGE
PEOPLE, PLACES, AND ENVIRONMENTS
INDIVIDUAL DEVELOPMENT AND IDENTITY
INDIVIDUALS, GROUPS, AND INSTITUTIONS
POWER, AUTHORITY, AND GOVERNANCE
PRODUCTION, DISTRIBUTION, AND CONSUMPTION
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND SOCIETY
GLOBAL CONNECTIONS
CIVIC IDEALS AND PRACTICES
How does PBL fit into the learning?
How has thematic teaching enhanced student learning?
What is student feedback like?
What about grades?
What has feedback from admin been? How are they liking thematic teaching?
What’s the end goal for your classes this year?

Resources* https://www.socialstudies.org/standards/introduction

What We’re Listening To AJ: Focus 3 Podcast – Episode 40: Four Questions for Leaders * Chris: 5 AM Miracle – episode 257 – How to Launch Your Own Personal Brand, Step-by-Step * Stacey:* What Should I Read Next? I currently have 6 audiobooks checked out!

Feedback and Shoutouts Hey guys! I love this most recent episode of Podcast PD. So much of it resounds with me. I moved to [a new] School District…this year. You guys are in Jersey and I’m sure are at least vaguely familiar with happenings in the regional urban districts. It’s crazy. I’ve been thinking this all year. The new district is all about data and rules. There is close to zero human element in regard to the teachers and students. Chris mentioned the idea of teachers only referring to one another as Mr. and Mrs. I TOTALLY FEEL YOU THERE. I encourage people to call me [name redacted]! People don’t even say the Mr. or Mrs. You are addressed by your last name when it comes from the P or many other colleagues. While this is not the intention, but I totally feel like the human element is stripped when you can’t address someone by their first name. I love your “action items” at the end of the episode. I’m going to try to pick something up for my grade partner and her resident teacher. Great idea! Thanks for all you all do. Y’all are an inspiration! * Jen Duda (via Voxer) @DynamicDuda338 – OK. Just listened to the latest podcast regarding Human Element in Ed. and I thought it was awesome!!! Especially since I learned about “Wow in the World” from you guys and it is a little high for my students (my biological kids love it- they are 7. Anyway, I would like to incorporate a podcast/listening/writing/discussion lesson at the end of each day. I will look at the scholastic podcast. Thank you so much for the recommendation!!! * Tina Monteleone (Twitter) @tinamonte* – Enjoyed my ride this morning with @PodcastPD @mrnesi @AJBianco @iruntech #njed

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Featured ContentThe Human Element

The human element – what is it?
the interaction between a human and any other human
The importance of meeting the needs of people
Needs of Students?
Needs of Teachers?
Needs of Admin?
Effective communication
the exchange of ideas, information, and knowledge between individuals
the recognition, interpretation and correct reaction to people, incidents or situations, which are open to misunderstanding
The effects of technology
Training
Communication

What We’re Listening To AJ: Suggestion by Stacey – Wow In the World and Highlights Hangout * Chris: Go out and review a podcast you enjoy listening to! Email the hosts of some of your favorite podcasts and let them know you appreciate the time and energy they put into the content you find value in. * Stacey:* Listening to books (all the time), Katie Couric

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Featured ContentWe continue our conversation from Episode 35, as we discuss the finer details of lesson planning: grabbing student attention and reflecting on the lesson.

Grab & Maintain Student Attention

Use random selection in calling upon students (pop sticks, give warning)
Vary who you call on and how you call on them (plan for who you will call on, fertilize the conversation)
Ask questions before calling on a student; wait at least five seconds for a response, allow for second wait time
Be animated; show enthusiasm and interest (vegas lounge act, humor)
Vary instructional methods
Provide work of appropriate difficulty
Demonstrate and model the types of responses or tasks you want students to perform
Provide guided practice for students; monitor responses and deliver immediate corrective feedback

Reflection on Your Lesson

Summarize the lesson and focus on positive gains made by students; use surprise reinforcers as a direct result of their good behavior
Determine if the lesson was successful; were goals accomplished? How do you know?
What would/could you do differently?

Information we discussed was sourced from: http://www.kean.edu/~tpc/Classroom%20Management/EFFECTIVE%20LESSON%20PLANNING%20&%20Classroom%20Mgmt.htm

What We’re Listening To AJ: Partial Credit * Chris: Serial Season 3 * Stacey:* Hysteria

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Featured ContentSome of you love them. Some of you hate them. No matter how you feel you have to create them. Today, we’re talking lesson planning.

From Wikipedia…

A lesson plan is a teacher’s detailed description of the course of instruction or “learning trajectory” for a lesson. A daily lesson plan is developed by a teacher to guide class learning.

But… planning involves so much more! Today we will be exploring the classroom environment and developing positive teacher/student relationships.

Establish a positive classroom environment

Make the classroom a pleasant, friendly place
Accept individual differences
Learning activities should be cooperative and supportive
Create a non-threatening learning environment
Organize physical space; eliminate situations that may be dangerous or disruptive
Establish classroom rules and procedures and consistently reinforce them

Develop positive teacher/student relationships

Set a good example; be a positive role model
Create an exciting learning environment for all students
Reward good behavior; create special activities that children will enjoy doing
Correct misbehaviors; have consequences of disruptive behavior; communicate them to children
Handling disruptions
Keep it short and simple (KISS)
Use a warning system
Defer disruptive behavior proactively (eye contact, close space between you and student, use head/hand gestures)
Help students be successful
Use planned ignoring (and teach other students to also ignore)

Information we discussed was sourced from: http://www.kean.edu/~tpc/Classroom%20Management/EFFECTIVE%20LESSON%20PLANNING%20&%20Classroom%20Mgmt.htm

What We’re Listening To AJ: Better Leaders Better Schools Podcast – Episode 160 – Everyday Instructional Coaching * Get Nathan’s Book * Chris: Looking fwd to commuting to work again and getting back into my regular podcast listening groove! * Stacey:* The Daily Refresh with John Lee Dumas 1724

Feedback and ShoutoutsThanks, @STEMroundtable for your feedback!

You guys are great! I had a very fulfilling experience with my student teacher and still are friends with him today. You will figure it out as you go what they are like and where you can be a help to them. Appreciate all the good podcasting. Would I be able to get into the Voxer group by chance? Thank you and keep up the good work!

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Everyday Instructional Coaching: Seven Daily Drivers to Support Teacher Effectiveness (Instructional Leadership and Coaching Strategies for Teacher Support) (Now Classrooms)

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Featured ContentDuring the Fall 2018 semester, Chris and AJ will both have student teachers working with them. Neither has ever had a student teacher before and both are excited for the opportunity to work with one.

Some of the questions discussed include:

How does a student teacher impact the evaluation process?
What does the ideal classroom look like when a student teacher is present?
How much do you expose a student teacher to the world of the connected educator?

Prior to this conversation, Chris began researching the topic and referenced the following articles:

Ten Tips for Mentoring a Student Teacher (ASCD)
How to Mentor a Student Teacher (TeachHub.com)
9 Tips for Supervising Student Teachers (Edutopia)

Help us crowdsource the best tips for coaching a student teacher.

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What We’re Listening To* AJ * Chris * Stacey

Feedback and ShoutoutsIn ep 33 we talked about how to engage Ss during the first days of school and get them hooked. Well, ASCD published a blog post in between when we recorded and when we released the episode. The post was titled, “6 Questions To Ask Your Students On Day One.” Here are the 6 questions:

What are you passionate about?
How do you want to be recognized?
What do you see as your greatest strength?
What name do you want used when calling on you in class?
What will a successful school year look and feel like at the end of the year?
What are the characteristics or attributes you want in a teacher?

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Featured ContentThe beginning of another school is upon many of us and some teachers do amazing things on the first few days while others either don’t know how or can’t or think they can’t make the first few days of school engaging and less about the rules and regulations.

In this episode, we discuss and explore a number of ideas you can implement at the beginning of the school year. Our conversation was inspired by an episode of StartED Up with Don Wettrick.

The Toilet Paper Game
Rock, Paper, Scissors
30 Circles

We also speak to special guest, Robbie Lindes about his own experiences on the first days of school from a student’s perspective.

What We’re Listening ToRather than recommend additional episodes and podcasts, these are the podcast episodes we’ve used so far in our Summer Podcast Listening Group:

Cult of Pedagogy, episode 90 – OMG Becky. PD is Getting SO MUCH BETTER.
Future Focused Podcast, episode 2 – Goal Setting Workshop: How to Set Goals to Change Your Life
The 5 AM Miracle, episode 27 – Service and Selflessness at Work: An Interview with August Turak
StartED Up – Promise Me You will NOT Start Your School Year Off with This
Mindshift – Be the Change You Want to See
Focus 3 Podcast, episode 39 – A Turning Point in Education

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Featured ContentThis episode is the second part of our conversation about George Couros’ published an article on his blog titled, ‘4 Reflection Questions for the End of the School Year’. In this conversation, we address questions three and four.

This Episodes Questions:

What things will I challenge myself with next year?
How will all of these answers impact the learners I serve?

What We’re Listening To Chris: Hidden Brain – When Everything Clicks * AJ: Better Leaders Better Schools – Leading w/o Labels, Finding Your Culture of Compassion * Stacey: Great Women of Business – E1: Coco Chanel and E2: Julia Child*

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Featured ContentRecently, George Couros published an article on his blog titled, ‘3 Reminders for the End of the School Year.’ In his call to action, he had readers share their suggestions. He ran with one person’s suggestion about the value of reflection, in his next post, ‘4 Reflection Questions for the End of the School Year’.

Four Reflection Questions:

What did I do well this year?
Where do I need to grow?
What things will I challenge myself with next year?
How will all of these answers impact the learners I serve?

What We’re Listening To Chris: ESPN 30 for 30 – Bickram * AJ: Live Like A Mother * Stacey:* Making Obama

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Featured ContentJay Billy is an elementary principal in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. Jay received his master’s degree in educational leadership from The College of New Jersey in 1997. He first served as supervisor of behavior at the high school before moving to the principal of the Joseph Cappello School in 2000.

He has worked for Lawrence Township Public Schools since 2007. He maintains his passion for leading and learning and innovative practices inside schools and classrooms by reading and working with his colleagues. Jay is passionate about making school and learning fun and engaging for everyone in the community, including Teachers, Students, and Families. He received the 2016 Exemplary Educator award from the New Jersey Dept. of Education. Jay is active on Twitter @JayBilly2, and you can often find him in his office dreaming of making school amazing and doing school differently.

Resources Mentioned:

Lead with Culture: What Really Matters in Our Schools

What We’re Listening To Jay:* Cult of Pedagogy, StartEdUp, House of #EdTech, Truth for Teachers

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Lead with Culture: What Really Matters in Our Schools (A Lead Like a PIRATE Guide)

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Featured ContentMatt Larson is a wonder-er, a family man, an animal lover and true believer in education. He’s a physical education teacher from New Jersey who LOVES to read and through his love of reading, he harnesses his talent for connecting people. Through Voxer, Matt has lead a number of virtual book studies, continues to lead conversations around great education texts, and is truly moving the education needle on professional development.

Resources Mentioned:

Drive – Dan Pink
The One World Schoolhouse: Education Reimagined – Salman Khan
Customers who viewed Creative Schools: The Grassroots Revolution That’s Transforming Education
Switch: How to Change Things When Change Is Hard
Mathematical Mindsets: Unleashing Students’ Potential through Creative Mathematics

Also mentioned…

Hoopla – Free Audio Books
Paul O’Neill – PLN365

What We’re Listening To Stacey: UP First, TechMeme Ride Home, StartUp * Chris: Cobra Kai on YouTube RED * AJ: EDU Match Tweet and Talks * Matt:* TLTalk Radio, School Leadership Series, Better Leaders Better Schools, DitchPod, Transformative Principal

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Switch: How to Change Things When Change Is Hard

Creative Schools: The Grassroots Revolution That's Transforming Education

Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us

Mathematical Mindsets: Unleashing Students' Potential through Creative Math, Inspiring Messages and Innovative Teaching (Mindset Mathematics)

The One World Schoolhouse: Education Reimagined

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Featured ContentNerd Camp is an EdCamp inspired conference with an exclusive focus on literacy instruction. The workshop board is built prior to the conference, but the spirit of collaboration and flexibility remains strong. Teachers, librarians, administrators, teacher educators and local authors come to Nerd Camp to present and attend workshops for FREE.

Our guest today is Oona Abrams, a graduate of The College of Mount Saint Vincent and Manhattanville College, Oona teaches English at Chatham High School. Oona has presented and collaborated with colleagues at the NCTE, CEL, NJCTE, NJWA and EdTechNJ conferences, and she has been a guest blogger for NCTE and The Nerdy Book Club. She served as editor of English Leadership Quarterly from 2014 until 2018. Professional learning is one of her greatest passions, and attending #nErDCampMI and #nErDCampLI inspired her to launch #nErDCampNJ as her Genius Hour professional development project in 2017. She lives with her husband and sons in northern New Jersey.

Resources & Authors Mentioned:

Colby Sharpe
Donalynn Miller
Cindy Minnich
Katherine Sokolowski
The Nerdy Book Club
Hillary Homsey
Alexandria LaFaye
Sally J Pla
Andrea Loney
Josh Funk
Jeff Zentner
Tom Rinaldi
NERDCAMPNJ

Also mentioned…

Learning Transformed: 8 Keys to Designing Tomorrow’s Schools, Today

What We’re Listening To Chris: Check out the NEW House of #EdTech Amazon Alexa Flash Briefing Skill * AJ: Golficity Podcast * Stacey: Hidden Brain – Emma, Carrie, Vivian: How A Family Became A Test Case For Forced Sterilizations * Oona:* The Moth Podcast, ADHD Rewired Podcast

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Learning Transformed: 8 Keys to Designing Tomorrow’s Schools, Today

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Featured Content#TryPod is all about sharing and discovering new podcasts via Twitter or anywhere you use hashtags. Stacey embarked on a 30-day quest to share at least one recommendation between March 10th and April 10th 2018. She Periscoped her recommendations each day and we’ve collected them all here for your listening, learning, and podcast discovering pleasure!

Another Mother Runner – Episode 302: The Lowdown on Feeling Rundown
UP First – NPR
Ask Me Another – NPR
How I Built This – NPR
Cult of Pedagogy – Episode 70: How HyperDocs Can Transform the Way You Teach
What Should I Read Next
By the Book
Hacking Engagement
House of #EdTech
Pen Addict
PotterCast
Techmeme Ride Home
TeachonomyTalks with Chuck Poole
The Story Behind
Making Obama
Podsave America
A Teacher’s Journey with Brian Costello
Wow in the World
Ungeniused
Future Focused Podcast – Kelly Croix
The Sketchnote Army Podcast
SERIAL – NPR
RS-Town – NPG
The Art of Manliness
Teachercast
The 1-3-20 Podcast
StartEDUP
Note to Self
THIS ONE! PocastPD

What We’re Listening To

AJ:
Focus3 Podcast episode 16 – Bring Optimism Back to Education
1-3-20 Podcast – Dan Coyle, Successful Groups
Chris: Ditch That Textbook Podcast from Matt Miller

Feedback and Shoutouts Go check out Derrick Crabtree’s new podcast, Top Tenn Teaching*!

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Featured ContentOne the ways we love to take control of our learning is by attending un-conferences. Our favorite format is the classic EdCamp model. Here are 10 tips for making sure your event is successful.

Build a Strong Team
Broaden you planning committee so it helps in getting the word out about the event to more than just a couple of buildings/districts.
District planning team
Location, Location, Location
Open WiFi to devices not in the domain, that it will allow for social media connection and YouTube.
Arrange the rooms how you want them (in circles, etc)
School district planning team
Parking
Easy to get to
Promotion
Twitter
Instagram
Website
Flyers – snail mail Superintendents/C&I
Business cards – Thank you, Robert Meringolo
Email registrants
Time
Consider weather
Remain consistent with your date year after year
Edcamp after hours
Focus on Learning
MOST IMPORTANT! Thank you, Rachel Murat
What About the Children?
Get kids involved!! Whether it be for a student panel, to showcase their work, culinary students, bring your own kids!
Transition Time
Don’t be afraid to make your transition time a little longer than you think you need. Those free moments sometimes tend to be the most valuable for teachers. And those discussions may help decide later session ideas. We typically do 10-15 transitions so we have PLENTY of time.
Build in a half-time or lunch
Attendance
Expect about 60% of registered people to actually attend
Sponsors/Giveaways
Start the way you plan to continue…don’t start out too big
Checkout: IPevo, Kahoot!, Flipgrid, Kahoot!, The Edu Cal
Work with the Edcamp Foundation
EdCamp in a Box

What We’re Listening To AJ: Focus 3 Podcast – Focus 3 is committed to the physics of performance. We are a team of people who continuously pursue a deeper understanding of how people, leaders, and organizations combine to produce results. We are passionate students of the fundamentals of high performance. * Stacey: Join Stacey as she celebrates #TryPod month here in March. Connect with Stacey on Twitter to watch her videos, released daily about her podcast recommendations. * Chris:* The Story Behind – Pez!

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Featured ContentCo-host Stacey Lindes began her career in education as a primary grade, elementary school teacher and was then encouraged to apply for a position as a technology coach in her district. AJ and Chris pepper her with questions about the day-to-day life of being a coach in education.

What We’re Listening To AJ: Weird Heat Episode 1: Optimism: w/ Brian Altano and Max Scoville * Stacey: Thoroughly Considered A show about entrepreneurship, product design, and the ups and downs of running a small indie business. Episode 35 – Jam on This Funky Podcast Co-Creator of Cards Against Humanities is interviewed by the three co-hosts. * Chris:* Cult of Pedagogy episode 90 – OMG Becky. PD is Getting So Much Better!!

Unnamed Podcast Promotion SegmentCheck out the Planning Period Podcast, hosted by ITC Brad Shreffler (FL). On the Planning Period Podcast Shreffler interviews teachers and other school stakeholders. As a podcaster, he is focused on making a guest-centered education podcast, not necessarily talking to experts in any field, or focusing the discussions on one topic, but instead having a natural, comfortable conversation with a teacher and seeing where that discussion takes them.

Check out the podcast’s hashtag #EdBreakroom

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Featured ContentAs a result of the very idea of PodcastPD and the good ‘ole days of our conversations on Twitter and Blab.im Chris has been teaching at Rutgers University in the DCIM Program since January 2016. Our conversation with Chris focuses on his teaching experiences at the college level and we believe there are some basic teaching concepts that should be seen in classrooms regardless of what grade or age group you teach.

What We’re Listening To AJ: Positive U Podcast with Jon Gordon and Guests – Clemson Coach Dabo Swinney and Jon Gordon Talk About Greatness, Team Building, and Overcoming Challenges. * Stacey: Embedded – Season 3 * Chris: Power Struggle Podcast hosted by Lindsy and Kyle Stumpenhorst and Episode 638 of This American Life*, “Rom-Com.” This episode of TAL inspired me to also watch ‘When Harry Met Sally’ for the first time!

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Featured ContentThe flipped classroom is an instructional strategy and a type of blended learning that reverses the traditional learning environment by delivering instructional content, often online, outside of the classroom. It moves activities, including those that may have traditionally been considered homework, into the classroom.

Co-host AJ has been using flipped strategies for a few years and he and Stacey had a great discussion where Stacey finally had the opportunity to learn more about this instructional model.

Resources: Here is what AJ uses to Flip his Classroom. These are simply suggestions! Take time to find what works best for you and your students!

Flipped Tools:

EdPuzzle
NewsELA
CommonLit
A Web Whiteboard
Pixiclip
Screencastify
InsertLearning
Padlet
FlipGrid

Books:

Blended: Using Disruptive Innovation to Improve Schools by Michael Horn

Blended Learning in Action by Catlin Tucker, Tiffany Wycoff, and Jason T. Green

Twitter Chats:

FlipClass

BLinAction

BlendedLearning

FlippedClassroom

FlippedLearning

What We’re Listening To AJ: * The Future Focused Podcast hosted by Kelly Croy * AudioBook: Your Best Year Ever by Michael Hyatt * Stacey:* * By the Book * AudioBook series: Cormoran Strike series by Robert Galbraith (aka JK Rowling)

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Blended: Using Disruptive Innovation to Improve Schools

Blended Learning in Action: A Practical Guide Toward Sustainable Change (Corwin Teaching Essentials)

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Featured ContentJoseph Dziuba is a passionate 4th-year educator certified in mathematics (K-12) who works diligently to meet the needs of each individual that crosses his path. His passion for teaching and learning coupled with his vision of developing a community of leaders fuels his mission of cultivating a positive school culture and climate for all students and staff, built upon ideals of excellence and high standards.

Recently, Joe published a blog post titled, Why You SHOULD Apply to a Doctoral Program. On this episode, Joe provides some insight into his program of study and research focus.

Connect with Joe Dziuba:

joe @ bowtiejo dot co
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What We’re Listening To AJ: 1-3-20 Podcast → Recorded by Daniel Pink! In each episode, Dan will choose one book that has made an impression on him, ask its author three key questions and give you the most value possible in less than twenty minutes… Some Episodes include: Psyched Up – The Science of Mental Preparation, Everybody Lies and What Makes a Great Leader? * Chris: New Media Show – The New Media Show is recorded live every Saturday at Noon EST. The weekly 90-minute show is hosted by Todd Cochrane (Blubrry) and Rob Greenlee (Spreaker). The series features the leading minds in the new media and podcasting space. Topics also include: new media and broadcasting events, media platforms, content monetization, platform apps, devices, content creation, publishing software and equipment. * Stacey: Art of Manliness #162 Digital Manners & Etiquette for the Modern Man with Daniel Post Senning * Joe: Revisionist History* is Malcolm Gladwell’s journey through the overlooked and the misunderstood. Every episode re-examines something from the past—an event, a person, an idea, even a song—and asks whether we got it right the first time. From Panoply Media. Because sometimes the past deserves a second chance.

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Featured ContentThe new year is a natural time to go ahead and reset a number of aspects of our lives. One of the ways people have been doing this of late has been through the idea of #OneWord. In this episode, we try to guess each other’s one word for 2018 and give our thoughts on each others words as well.

Stacey word is GOALS
Chris is guided to his word of FLOW
AJ is going to FOCUS

Links/Resources mentionedPodcastPD episode 20

House of #EdTech episode 101

FeedbackThank you Dan Kreiness, host of the Leader of Learning Podcast, for your kind Apple Podcasts Review!

What a great way to get PD over the airwaves! I can drive in my car or plug in a set of headphones and get quality professional development delivered right to me, no matter where I am. A.J., Chris, and Stacey are so much fun to listen to. The show is entertaining, informative, and inspiring all together!

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Welcome to day 12 of the 12 Days of Podcasts!

Between December 25, 2017, and January 5, 2018, we are recommending one podcast or podcast episode per day! All of our recommendations will encourage you to laugh, think, cry, or do.

Today's final recommendation comes from Stacey.

Podcast: Note to Self

Host: Manoush Zomorodi

Episode: The Privacy Paradox

Description: Feel like you've got no control over your data? Join our 5-day plan to take back your digital identity...and maybe even your soul.Note to Self is WNYC's tech show about being human. Join host Manoush Zomorodi for your weekly reminder to question everything.

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Welcome to day 11 of the 12 Days of Podcasts!

Between December 25, 2017, and January 5, 2018, we are recommending one podcast or podcast episode per day! All of our recommendations will encourage you to laugh, think, cry, or do.

Today's recommendation comes from Chris.

Podcast: Criminal

Host: Phoebe Judge

Episode: Any and All!

Description: Criminal launched January of 2014 and is based in Durham, North Carolina. New episodes come out twice a month, always on Fridays.

In 2015, we won a Third Coast International Audio Festival “Best Documentary” award for our story, 695-BGK, and were chosen as an iTunes “Best of 2015.” In 2016, we were featured in “Best of” lists in Wired, The Atlantic, USA Today, and Rolling Stone. We travel all around the country to interview people, and sometimes take the show on the road to tell stories live.

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Welcome to day 10 of the 12 Days of Podcasts!

Between December 25, 2017, and January 5, 2018, we are recommending one podcast or podcast episode per day! All of our recommendations will encourage you to laugh, think, cry, or do.

Today's recommendation comes from AJ.

Podcast: The GaryVee Audio Experience

Host: Gary Vaynerchuck

Episode: Any and All!

Description: On Gary’s global top 100 podcast The GaryVee Audio Experience, you’ll hear a mix of his best highlights from his youtube DAILYVEE documentary video series, #AskGaryVee Show episodes, keynote speeches on marketing and business, interviews, fireside chats, and any of the new and current thoughts that he records specifically for this audio experience!

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Welcome to day 9 of the 12 Days of Podcasts!

Between December 25, 2017, and January 5, 2018, we are recommending one podcast or podcast episode per day! All of our recommendations will encourage you to laugh, think, cry, or do.

Today's recommendation comes from Stacey.

Podcast: Pod Save America

Host: Various

Episode: Have Some Crullers, Bureaucrats

Description: Republicans don’t yet have the votes to jam through their Donor Relief Act, Trump goes all-in for Moore, Conyers steps down from Judiciary, Tillerson guts State, and Mulvaney appoints himself consumer watchdog. Then Senator Elizabeth Warren talks to Jon, Jon, and Tommy about the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, and Cass Sunstein joins to talk about his new book, Impeachment: A Citizen’s Guide.

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Welcome to day 8 of the 12 Days of Podcasts!

Between December 25, 2017, and January 5, 2018, we are recommending one podcast or podcast episode per day! All of our recommendations will encourage you to laugh, think, cry, or do.

Today's recommendation comes from Chris.

Podcast: ESPN 30 for 30

Host: Various

Episode: The Lights Of Wrigleyville

Description: When the Tribune Company bought the Chicago Cubs in 1981, its executives saw nighttime baseball as a way to turn around the club's fortunes. The only problem? Scores of Wrigleyville residents were ready to fight against it. Produced by Dan Collison and Elizabeth Meister of Long Haul Productions. Narrated by former Cubs PA announcer Wayne Messmer.

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Welcome to day 7 of the 12 Days of Podcasts!

Between December 25, 2017, and January 5, 2018, we are recommending one podcast or podcast episode per day! All of our recommendations will encourage you to laugh, think, cry, or do.

Today's recommendation comes from AJ.

Podcast: Art of Manliness

Host: Brett McKay

Episode: Episode 356 - How to Finally Beat Procrastination

Description: Procrastination. We’ve all done it and we tell ourselves we’ll never do it again. So we come up with an elaborate time management system to get us on track only to find ourselves continuing to put things off. While some procrastination can be mildly infuriating, chronic procrastination can be financially, professionally, and personally devastating — overdue bills result in calls from collection agencies, late reports result in getting fired, and undone chores turn your house into a dump.

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Welcome to day 6 of the 12 Days of Podcasts!

Between December 25, 2017, and January 5, 2018, we are recommending one podcast or podcast episode per day! All of our recommendations will encourage you to laugh, think, cry, or do.

Today's recommendation comes from Stacey.

Podcast: Wow in the World

Host: Guy Raz

Episode: Back to School: Recess 101

Description: How in the world does recess make us smarter? Where in the world do kids enjoy the most of it? Join Guy Raz and Mindy Thomas on an expedition to better understand the science of taking a break! It's the Who, What, When, Where, Why, How, and Wow in the World of RECESS!

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Welcome to day 5 of the 12 Days of Podcasts!

Between December 25, 2017, and January 5, 2018, we are recommending one podcast or podcast episode per day! All of our recommendations will encourage you to laugh, think, cry, or do.

Today's recommendation comes from Chris.

Podcast: Art of Manliness

Host: Brett McKay

Episode: #360: Understanding Male Friendships

Description: It’s a common trope that adult men don’t value friendship as much as their female counterparts and that men really don’t need or want friends like women do. But my guest today argues that assumption is wrong and comes from viewing friendship from a strictly female point of view. In fact, based on his research, most adult men very much want good friends but just don’t know how to make them. What’s more, he says, male friendships look different from female ones and we should stop judging the quality of male friendships based on how women do them.

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Welcome to day 4 of the 12 Days of Podcasts!

Between December 25, 2017, and January 5, 2018, we are recommending one podcast or podcast episode per day! All of our recommendations will encourage you to laugh, think, cry, or do.

Today's recommendation comes from AJ.

Podcast: Hidden Brain

Host: Shankar Vedantam

Episode: Kinder-Gardening

Description: Many parents think they can shape their child into a particular kind of adult. Psychologist Alison Gopnik says the science suggests otherwise. She thinks we’d all be better off if we had a different understanding of the relationship between parents and kids.

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Welcome to day 3 of the 12 Days of Podcasts!

Between December 25, 2017, and January 5, 2018, we are recommending one podcast or podcast episode per day! All of our recommendations will encourage you to laugh, think, cry, or do.

Today's recommendation comes from Stacey.

Podcast: How I Built This

Host: Guy Raz

Episode: The Chipmunks: Ross Bagdasarian Jr. & Janice Karman

Description: Years after his father created a hit singing group of anthropomorphic rodents called The Chipmunks, Ross Bagdasarian Jr. made it his mission to revive his dad's beloved characters. Over the last 40 years, Ross Jr. and his wife Janice have built The Chipmunks into a billion dollar media franchise – run out of their home in Santa Barbara, California. PLUS in our postscript "How You Built That," how Daniel Clark-Webster and his three friends came up with RompHim – a company specializing in male rompers.

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Welcome to day 2 of the 12 Days of Podcasts!

Between December 25, 2017, and January 5, 2018, we are recommending one podcast or podcast episode per day! All of our recommendations will encourage you to laugh, think, cry, or do.

Today's recommendation comes from Chris.

Podcast: StartEdUp

Host: Don Wettrick

Episode: #122: Bitcoin, Cryptocurrency, & Your Retirement

Description: There has been a LOT of talk about Bitcoin lately. So I had a talk with two of my students (yes, two high school students) to talk about understanding blockchain, and why you might want to consider getting on the cryptocurrency bandwagon- responsibly.

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Welcome to day 1 of the 12 Days of Podcasts!

Between December 25, 2017, and January 5, 2018, we are recommending one podcast or podcast episode per day! All of our recommendations will encourage you to laugh, think, cry, or do.

Today's recommendation comes from AJ.

Podcast: Note to Self (WNYC)

Host: Manoush Zomorodi

Episode: Should We Post Photos of our Kids Online?

Description: Kids are all over the Internet. But… should they be? In this episode, they tackle a debate about whether or not to post pics of children. Do your parents post pictures of you? Or did they when you were younger? Do you post pictures of your kid?

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Featured ContentBurnout is defined as a complete loss of motivation; something that is close to a depression. As educators we all face it at some point of the year, it’s inevitable. In this episode, our conversation is based on episode 350 of the Art of Manliness Podcast – artofmanliness.com.

On that episode host, Brett McKay speaks with Brad Stulberg and Steve Magness who co-authored the book Peak Performance: Elevate Your Game, Avoid Burnout, and Thrive With the New Science of Success. They shared how their respective backgrounds in elite running and business consulting taught them the importance of rest and recovery from brain work.

More than ever American teachers are experiencing a 24/7 grind in and out of their classroom that requires a hustle that can actually hinder our performance in the classroom.

We talk about the science of burnout: what it is, how it feels, and why it happens. Then based on our understanding of the information, we’ve got some recommendations for you to combat with burnout and fatigue as an educator.

Contributions* Gretchen Bridgers – Always A Lesson Empowering Educators Podcast * Chuck Poole – Teachonomy Talks Podcast * Tami Jiminez – Time to Teach Podcast

Links/Resources mentioned* Peak Performance: Elevate your game, avoid burnout and thrive with the new science of success. * Hidden Brain – Eyes Wide Shut part 1 and part 2

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Featured ContentHappy Thanksgiving from PodcastPD! We share three podcast recommendations you can enjoy while preparing your holiday meal!

Chris: The 5 AM Miracle Podcast with Jeff Sanders – 15 Effective Studying Techniques for A+ Students [Podcast #229]

AJ: Angela Watson’s Truth for Teachers – 7 Ways Teachers Can Push Past Imposter Syndrome

Stacey: Google Teacher Tribe Podcast with Matt Miller and Kasey Bell

Feedback and Shoutouts* Contribute to AJ’s Movember campaign! * Derrick Crabtree – The reason and inspiration for this episode!

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App Smashing is the process of using multiple apps to create projects or complete tasks. Chris Aviles shares how he inspires student learning.

Stacey also recaps her EdCampHAT experience! AJ took his boys to PlayFair NYC!

Featured ContentChris Aviles is the 21st Century Skills, Technology, and Innovation Coordinator for the Fair Haven school district in Fair Haven, New Jersey. As the leader of the Fair Haven Innovates program, his students combine social entrepreneurship and design thinking to sell real products and solve real problems as they run real businesses that turn real profits.

A few years ago Chris decided he was done with the traditional model of school as he stopped whole class instruction and started blending. Chris is passionate about the crossroads where education and technology meet because he has seen the amazing things that can happen when you tech-up teaching. Chris is considered an expert in Gamification, Game-Based Learning, Passion Projects, Project-Based Learning, School Gardens, Blended Learning, and Makerspaces. He is a Google Certified Innovator, Trainer, and GEG Leader.

Connect with Chris Aviles:

www.techedupteacher.com

Links and Resources* SAMR Model * EdcampNJ * Ednado * House of EdTech ep 39 App Smashing with Casey Cohen * *

What We’re Learning and Listening ToStacey: Podcasters’ Roundtable #97, 94, 96, 93

Chris: Art of Manliness – episode 351 – The Surprising Power of a “Useless” Liberal Arts Education

AJ: Wired Educator #92 with Todd Whitaker

Feedback and Shoutouts* Laura McDonnel * Derrick Crabtree * Pam Hubler * Tenise Smith * Tracey Enos

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The use of HyperDocs is on the rise in 1:1 classrooms across the country. as they allow for increased student engagement and student-directed work. Join us as we ease confusion between a HyperDoc and a Doc with Links.

Featured Content* What is a hyperdoc? * The term HyperDocs was coined by Lisa Highfill, Kelly Hilton, and Sarah Landis. * Cult of Pedagogy episode 70 – Jennifer Gonzalez interviewed Lisa Highfill, Kelly Hilton, and Sarah Landis – https://www.cultofpedagogy.com/hyperdocs * A HyperDoc is a digital document—such as a Google Doc—where all the parts of a lesson or multiple lessons have been pulled together into one main location. Within this single document, students are provided with hyperlinks to all of the resources they need to complete a variety of tasks and engage themselves in the learning. * HyperDocs vs A Doc with Links * How to Build a HyperDoc Lesson – Parts of a HyperDoc * Many HyperDocs follow this basic template that takes students through six steps of a lesson: * Engage: Hook your students, get them engaged, and activate prior knowledge. You might use a fun video, interactive website, or audio recording. * Explore: Link resources, such as videos or articles, for students to explore more information. * Explain: Clarify the learning objective for your students. This is where you could teach a whole group lesson with direct instruction, or add additional resources for students to explore. * Apply: What do you want students to create to demonstrate their learning? Give instructions for the assignment. * Share: Provide a way for students to share their work and receive feedback. * Reflect: Pause for reflection (whole class, think-pair-share, etc.) or link them to a digital way to share their thoughts. * Extend: This portion is great for early finishers. Provide extra activities, additional online resources, or challenge them with an extension assignment to extend their thinking.

Links and Resources* The HyperDoc Handbook: Digital Lesson Design Using Google Apps * Lisa Highfill, Kelly Hilton, and Sarah Landis * Cult of Pedagogy episode 70 – Jennifer Gonzalez interviewed Lisa Highfill, Kelly Hilton, Sarah Landis * FB community * hyerdocs.co * English/ ELA Hyperdoc Power! via Tracy Enos * SafeShare.tv * PodcastPD Episode 11-where Stacey mentions “The Answers” for the first time * PodcastPD Episode 12 with Rich Czyz * PodcastPD Episode 16 with Adam Schoenbart

What Are We Listening ToStacey: I’m getting back into my running. In preparation for an upcoming half marathon, I am listening and learning a lot with Let’s Run Disney-October 2017, Another Mother Runner-ep 282

Chris: Fall TV is in full swing. ArrowSquad, Central City Underground, Maid of Steel, Tomorrow’s Legends, Gotham Undercover – Consider checking out a podcast about the TV shows you watch!

AJ: While looking into podcasts for a friend who is embarking on a principalship, and from a recommendation for Nesi – I found Episode 51 of Principal Matters w/ William D. Parker. The episode, title, The Shocking Truth About your Decision Making, was an excellent listen.

What We’re LearningStacey: Learning how to run again

Chris: Lessons we can learn from the 2017 New York Yankees. What Educators Can Learn From Yankees OF Aaron Judge

AJ: Things are hard! Balancing all aspects of life is proving to be a challenge. I need to focus.

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Adam Schoenbart is the EdJusticeLeague's resident comic guru and in this episode of PodcastPD Adam provides insight and knowledge about the value of comics and graphic novels in education.

Featured ContentAdam Schoenbart is currently a Vice-Principal at Darian High School (CT). Schoenbart previously worked as a high school English teacher, technology coach, Google for Education Certified Trainer. In 2016, Schoenbart was named as a National School Board Association’s “20 to Watch” Educational Technology Leaders.

He is also the co-founder of The Education Calendar, a crowdsourced map, a calendar of education events worldwide.

Adam blogs regularly and his writing has been featured in Tech & Learning Magazine and in online publications like Guardian Teach, FreeTech4Teachers.com, and Amazon TenMarks Blog.

Connect with Adam through his website or on Twitter @AdamSchoenbart.

What Are We Listening ToStacey: Podsave America, Embedded

Chris: House of #EdTech 96-98 – Podcasting Mini-Series

AJ: Cult of Pedagogy, The Wired Educator – Chris and Stacey suggested: The Art of Manliness, The 5 AM miracle, Note to Self, and Magic Lessons

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Back to school night is a sure sign that the school year is well underway and the gang shares their insight into approaching this event from the perspective of a teacher and as parents.

Featured ContentAt Chris’ high school, BTSN is run as a fair where parents tour the building and the high school departments prepare presentations to overview their department. Parents and families are toured through the building via the school’s Peer Leaders and National Honor Society.

At AJ’s middle school, BTSN has parents move through their child’s schedule and AJ and his colleagues make 6-7 minute presentations to groups of parents.

For Stacey, she recalls her time in the 1st-grade classroom and how she was afraid of parents and can’t imagine repeating herself for multiple groups of parents.

Links, Resources, & Strategies* Tips for Improving Back to School Night * Create stations in your classroom for parents to move through. * Flip Back to School Night – create a video for parents to watch before they arrive. * SMILE! Have energy and be warm and welcoming. * Lose the slideshow and be authentic with parents. * Be Funny. If you’re not – TRY!

What Are We Listening ToStacey: Angela Watson’s Truth for Teachers episode 106

Chris: PodcastPD can also be heard on voicED.ca! Also, check out the #AssistLearning Podcast with Jennifer Cronk!

AJ: Inside Innovation from AJ Juliani & The Creative Classroom with John Spencer

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This week we are joined by genius innovator Don Wettrick who shares stories about rebranding himself from TV production teacher to Innovation Specialist, helping students find their passions beyond 20% time, introducing the world to those who inspire and motivate him (check out his podcast StartEdUp), and a recent interaction with the most famous Jedi of all time!

Don gets real about what innovation is and imparts practical advice about starting our kid young when it comes to genius hour. We hope you enjoy our hour of genius with Don and then stick around to what we’re listening to and learning.

Featured ContentDon Wettrick is an Innovation Specialist at Noblesville High School, just outside Indianapolis, IN. He is the author of “Pure Genius: Building a Culture of Innovation and Taking 20% Time to the Next Level.” Don has worked as a middle school and high school teacher; educational and innovation consultant; and educational speaker. Don is passionate about helping students find their educational opportunities and providing them with the digital tools they need to give them a competitive edge. He has lectured across the US and Europe about collaboration, social media use, and work environments that enable innovation. He also creates and hosts a podcast, StartEDUp. But most importantly, Don works with educators and students to bring innovation and collaborative skills into education.

Connect with Don:

Twitter
StartEdUp Website
Facebook Page
YouTube
Email

Links and Resources* Tina Seelig * New York Times Article * XQ super school * Naveen Jain * Tim Ferris * Mark Cuban * Elon Musk * Gary Vaynerchuck (link to Don’s podcast episode with Gary Vee) * Tucker Max (link to Don’s episode with Tucker) * Seth Godin * IOT – internet of things

What Are We Listening ToStacey: Just finished up a series on Hidden Brain called You 2.0 all about self-improvement. Episodes included Deep Work with Cal Newport, Dream Jobs, Embracing Chaos, WOOP, Making Decisions, and Getting Unstuck.

Chris: School started – back to listening to podcasts each morning and afternoon on the drive!

AJ: Revisionist History w/ Malcolm Gladwell: McDonald’s Broke my Heart AND StartEdUp w/ DW Ep 78 – Monday Motivation – Do We Want Student Leaders or Well Behaved Kids

What We Are LearningStacey: Instructional Coaching with Jim Knight-PEERS goals Powerful, Easy, Emotionally Compelling, Reachable, Student Focused

Chris: Miles’ loft bed is no more… Mom and Dad lost the ability to snuggle with their favorite oldest child.

AJ: HyperDocs Kate Baker – 9-11 hyperdoc

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Featured ContentWe turn back time and pull from the PodcastPD Vault in this 13th episode. In this conversation from June 2015 Stacey, AJ, and I talk about Stacey’s excitement about getting a grant for podcasting gear at the school she worked in at the time and AJ shares his interest in pursuing something similar while I support the conversation with great podcasting gear recommendations.

We also share random ideas for using podcasts in your classroom with students.

Links and Resources Educational Podcasting Today (no new episodes, but still available) * Apply for a Winning #EdTech Grant – House of #EdTech episode 83 (Bonus) * Audio Technica AT2005 * Audio Technica ATR2100 * Microphone Windscreen * Behringer XENYX Q1202USB * Libsyn Podcast Hosting – Use promo code: NESI* and get your first month FREE! * Blubrry Podcast Hosting – Use promo code: NESI and get your first month FREE!

What Are We Listening To (back in 2015)Stacey: Educational Podcasting Today, hosted by Jeff Bradbury

AJ: 5 Reasons for Starting Your Podcast

Chris: The Audacity to Podcast, hosted by Daniel J. Lewis

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I've been wanting to have Rich Czyz on PodcastPD since Chris, AJ, and I re-launched the podcast in January 2017. An engaging PD facilitator and advocate for QUALITY professional development, Rich's voice, message, and ideas are a natural fit for PodcastPD. During the conversation, we discuss what makes PD relevant, how to create PD educators want to attend, and building habits for a writerly life. We know this episode will help you set some amazing PD goals.

Featured ContentRich Czyz, author of The 4 o’clock Faculty site and book, shares strategies for creating meaningful and relevant PD for all educators. He discusses how to move beyond sit and get learning toward PD that is engaging, models best practices, offers voice and choice, and includes elements of fun (think ultimate rock-paper-scissors). The former fifth-grade teacher, come principal, shares his writing habits and what it really means to go ROGUE with your own PD. In the end, we hope that you create your PD cohorts/PLCs and schedule a weekly PD meeting.

Educator and author, Rich Czyz is on a mission to revolutionize professional learning for all educators. In The Four O’Clock Faculty: A Rogue Guide to Revolutionizing Professional Development, Rich identifies ways to make PD meaningful, efficient, and, above all, personally relevant. This book is a practical guide that reveals why some PD is so awful and what you can do to change the model for the betterment of you and your colleagues.

Links and Resources 4 O’clock Faculty * The Four O’Clock Faculty: A Rogue Guide to Revolutionizing Professional Development* * The Legend of Rock, Paper, Scissors * World Rock Paper Scissor Society

What Are We Listening ToChris: StartEDUp with Don Wettrick – guest Gary Vee! – Followed up with watching A LOT of GV YouTube videos.

Stacey:

PodcastPD
UnGeniused Podcast
The Yarn Podcast

Rich:

Malcolm Gladwell – Revisionist History Podcast – McDonald’s French Fries
Song Exploder Podcast

What We Are LearningChris… recently completed building a new loft bed for Miles. The plans came from Ana White – http://www.ana-white.com/2012/07/plans/camp-loft-bed-stair-junior-height

Stacey… had great success at a recent PD offering that was followed up with a great email of gratitude for making the training fun. Plans are to dissect the methods used during the four days of tech training/PD and offer similar types of sessions in the coming year.

Rich… is exploring and creating purposeful learning spaces. This includes asking for donations and improvising/repurposing less expensive items for standard classroom furniture.

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Summer 2017 is more than halfway over. As the sun sets on our 2017 fun, Chris, AJ, and I share some updates about our Summertime learning and look ahead to what we plan to explore during the first quarter of the school year.

Featured Content AJ fills us in on his #10bks10wks challenge-so far he has read Drive, You Are a Badass, and Tribes. On deck is The Energy Bus. For more details about these books and why AJ picked them, listen to episode 10*! * Chris is dropping the pounds and is committed to improving his health, though waking up at 5 AM is no fun! * Stacey is increasing her mileage and putting the run back into iruntech. She may or may not run the Perfect 10, and is already signed up for a half in 2018 (could there be more than one?). Stacey also vows to complete her creativity project by the start of the school year; end of August/beginning of September.

Links and Resources* Books: * Drive * You Are a Badass * Tribes * Energy Bus * Perfect 10 * Kevin Carroll’s Hyperdoc Faculty Handbook

What Are We Listening ToAJ: Cult of Pedagogy and getting excited about the StartEdUp Podcast

Chris: 30 for 30 Podcast from ESPN

Stacey: Thoroughly Considered Episode 12: The Conference Racket

What We Are LearningAJ: #10bks10wks

Chris: How to build a charging station for his classroom

Stacey: Know Me Before You Teach Me and EdcampLDR-how to flip the faculty meeting and using hyperdocs instead of a faculty handbook

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This is part three of our reflective and look-ahead series. We now turn our attention and conversation to Summer 2017 and what we anticipate learning in the time we have away from school.

Featured Content* Reflect – Take time to think about your previous school year. Consider journaling about it and getting your thoughts on paper in order to make new things happen in the coming school year. * Attend a Conference – Find a local conference to attend this summer. We’re attending and presenting at a number of local conferences this Summer and we’d love to hear about your learning adventures too! * Grow by reading – Join AJ’s Ten Books in Ten Weeks Challenge! The challenge begins on June 26, 2017, and you can read the books that AJ is reading or choose your own books to grow from over the next ten weeks. Here’s AJ’s list: 1. Drive by Daniel Pink 2. Play Like A Pirate by Quinn Rollins 3. Gamify Your Class by Matthew Farber 4. Learn Like A Pirate by Paul Solarz 5. Hacking PBL by Ross Cooper and Erin Murphy 6. How to Personalize Learning by Barbara Bray and Kathleen McClaskey 7. Lead Like A Pirate by Shelly Burgess and Beth Houf 8. Tribes by Seth Godin 9. The Energy Bus by Jon Gordon 10. You Are A Badass by Jen Sicero * Listen to Podcasts – Find podcasts that fit your interest level! * 15 Must-Listen Education Podcasts for Summer Vacation * Personal Growth – Learn something OUTSIDE your profession. Grow as a person. Accomplish a goal. * A Challenge For You. Do You Accept? – HoET065 * Chris is going to lose weight and get healthy this summer! * Stacey is going to be working on some creative projects. They’re under wraps for now but stay tuned! She will also be training for a half-marathon! * AJ is looking forward to playing golf!

Links and Resources* Breakout Edu * BrainPop * Kahoot * Thinkfun * Brain Quake * Filament Games * Classcraft

What We Are LearningAJ: The Yankees are AMAZING and are becoming MUST WATCH TV!

Chris: Been watching a lot of YT videos on the Edison bulb and DIY lamps and sconces. What’s an Edison bulb? So in the not too distant future, I will be making new lamps for our living room as well as wall sconces for the stairway in my house. I also hope to add a retro-looking or steam-punk style lamp to the studio here.

Stacey: Stacey is getting out of her comfort zone!

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Make Learning Personal: The What, Who, WOW, Where, and Why (Corwin Teaching Essentials)

Learn Like a Pirate: Empower Your Students to Collaborate, Lead, and Succeed

Lead Like a PIRATE: Make School Amazing for Your Students and Staff

Hacking Project Based Learning: 10 Easy Steps to PBL and Inquiry in the Classroom (Hack Learning Series)

Play Like a PIRATE: Engage Students withToys, Games, and Comics

Gamify Your Classroom: A Field Guide to Game-Based Learning (New Literacies and Digital Epistemologies)

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This is part two of our reflective and look-ahead series. We now turn our attention and conversation to the 2017-18 school year and what we anticipate learning in the coming school year.

Featured Content1. Stacey is super jazzed about the Jim Knight visit her district will have in the early fall of 2017. All of the Teacher Resource Specialists (aka instructional coaches) will receive training to help create a common coaching model/framework. 2. AJ is ready to take on an even larger leadership role in his school, offering more PD, sharing ideas, and inviting teachers into #watchmeteach. 3. Stacey also has plans to leverage her school’s Google Classroom to deliver more PD, help teachers set tech goals, and share content specific articles, information, and activities. 4. AJ is on a mission to find and share relevant PD with his teachers. He will also be challenging his colleagues to co-present and attend conferences with him. Other PD opportunities AJ will be sharing include NJAMLE, CoffeeEDU, and EdCamp. 5. Chris stopped us in our tracks with the notion that he’s not sure what he wants to learn/do in the 2017-18 school year…and that’s ok!!! It’s ok to NOT have a plan. Take the summer to focus on small PD, recharge, reflect–then set your goals for this coming school year as we get closer to Back to School. We all know it will be here sooner than we know it!

Links and Resources* Jim Knight Instructional Coaching Group

What We Are LearningAJ: In preparation for summer personal PD, AJ is narrowing down his list of 10 books for 10 weeks of summer. The 10 books are centered around Student-Centered Learning, Project Based Learning, the Flipped Classroom, Leadership, Personal Growth and a better use of technology in his social studies classroom. Follow along on AJ’s journey on his blog and with #10bks10wks.

Chris: Learned he could only be a physical education teacher at the elementary level after volunteering at his son’s field day/fun day.

Stacey: Returned to her #OneWord…Balance and is finding a balance between listening to audio books and keeping up with the constant download of podcasts in Overcast.

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As the end of the 2016-17 school years approaches our discussion turns reflective as we look back at our learning since the start of the school year.

Featured Content1. CoffeeEdu 2. EdCamps 3. FOMO and Being Selective with PD 4. Books/Podcasts/Other 5. THIS Podcast!

Links and Resources* WOW in the World Podcast from NPR * Calm.com for bedtime stories

What We Are LearningAJ: I am prepping for my 10 books in 10 weeks reading challenge! Some of the books I’ve selected already include:

Learn Like a Pirate
Gamify Your Classroom
Hacking PBL

Chris: I recently started listening to the Stories Podcast with Miles! The Stories Podcast was created to provide family-friendly content to families on the go, Always free, the podcast is a great way to entertain kids on the go and limit screen time while encouraging imaginations.

Stacey: I passed my Google Level 2 exam! Additionally, I am listening to Steven King’s On Writing and I went to my first formal yoga class.

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Gamify Your Classroom: A Field Guide to Game-Based Learning – Revised edition (New Literacies and Digital Epistemologies)

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Mindfulness is a mental state achieved by focusing one’s awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one’s feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations, used as a therapeutic technique. Anne Rosenberg provides insight about how to bring mindfulness into your classroom and introduce it to your students.

Featured ContentAnne Rosenberg is a graduate of TCNJ and currently teaches 5th-grade in West Windsor-Plainsboro, New Jersey. Anne is a passionate educator who likes to experiment with technology in the classroom. Outside of the classroom, Annie teaches yoga to adults and kids.

Links and Resources* Airtime from GoNoodle * Calm.com * Glitter Jars * 6 Mindfulness Exercises You Can Try Today

What We Are LearningAJ shared his take on his SGDP for this year and talked about what he’s thinking about for next year which is a student-centered classroom for differentiation.

If you can help AJ out please connect with him!

Chris learned how to make fire! He attended a 3-hour class to learn multiple ways to start fires. He took this course through the Monmouth County Park System.

Stacey collaborated with Adam Schoenbart on Google Sheets project for the district her children go to. If you need help with Google Sheets Adam is THE MAN!

Stacey’s other PD has taken place at home as she and her husband have opened up their washing machine to perform a little DIY maintenance.

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Featured ContentMike Andriulli joins us as our first-ever guest on the podcast! In this episode, we’re talking all about ASCD Empower 2017, as well as conference attendance benefits. Mike shares his experience at the west coast conference, highlighting a session with education power-house, Baruti Kafele, one of the most sought-after educational speakers in the country. Other conference highlights include using math performance tasks, which Mike plans to turnkey to his district in the near future, as well as personal conversations had during downtimes. Mike’s biggest regret/criticism was his inability to attend all the sessions he wanted to attend; the offerings were so robust that he could have easily attended more than one offering per session — we should all have that problem!

Mike goes on to discuss his role in bringing new strategies to the teachers of his district and passionately shares his views that it is NOT ok for teachers to say, “I’m just not a math person.” We hope you enjoy our conversation with Mike as much as we did.

Mike Andriulli is the Supervisor of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment, at Hillsdale Public Schools (NJ). A former elementary and Math teacher, Mike has degrees from both Rowan University and Ramapo College. He is a well-respected educational leader with experience in curriculum design, staff development, and technology integration. Mike is also a member of the North New Jersey Chapter of ASCD.

Links and Resources* ASCD * Baruti K. Kafele – @PrincipalKafele, PrincipalKafele.com * Mathematical Mindsets – http://amzn.to/2ooHulL * Denis Sheeran – @MathDenisNJ; denissheeran.com * Gretchen Bridgers – Always A Lesson’s Empowering Educators Podcast

What We Are LearningAJ is continuing to research and learn about ways to help students create a growth mindset and change the culture of the middle school social studies classroom. He is also taking the time to learn more about the use of learning menus, asynchronous and personalized learning, which will hopefully create a stronger student-centered classroom experience.

Chris continues to learn a lot about 20% Time and has implemented it for the last marking period with his High School Social Studies students. He has limited prior experience when it comes to this topic but is not afraid to try and put this opportunity in front of the students.

Stacey has recently learned how not to deliver PD at a recent conference/PD Day. She was also able to pick up a few copies of Denis Sheeran’s book Instant Relevance and hope to be leading a book group with my team. It was a great book with ideas that can easily be brought back to her team.

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Instant Relevance: Using Today's Experiences to Teach Tomorrow's Lessons

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Featured Content#PodcastPD celebrates its 2nd birthday with the release of this episode! If you would like to read about our history visit Stacey’s original blog post.

In this episode we get back to our original roots and share some of the great podcasts we’re listening to and that we think you should check out to add to your own personal learning.

Be sure to download and use Overcast if you listen to podcasts on an iOS device! Not only does the app intelligently remove some of the dead air, but the user interface is also amazing. Stacey suggests you listen to everything at a minimum of 1.25 speed, this way you can listen to more great content in less time!

Here are our podcast recommendations:

The Story Behind Podcast (Chris) – Do you like trivia and fun facts? Have you lost hours to Wikipedia rabbit holes? Do you ever wonder about the history of everyday things in your world? The Story Behind is the show for you!

Ask Me Another (AJ) – Ask Me Another is the rambunctious live show from NPR and WNYC that blends brainteasers, pub trivia, comedy, and music into an hour of mind-bending fun. Host Ophira Eisenberg invites guests and listeners alike to stretch their noggins, tickle their funny bones, and be serenaded by house musician Jonathan Coulton. What you’ll hear resembles the casual intimacy of game night at a friend’s house: one where scores are forgotten in favor of hilarious gaffes.

Magic Lessons (Stacey) – Author Elizabeth Gilbert (Eat Pray Love) offers wisdom and advice to artists trying to overcome creative obstacles. To help these writers, poets, dancers, and comedians she enlists the help of several friends including Sarah Jones, Neil Gaiman, Gary Shteyngart, Amy Purdy, Michael Ian Black, Brandon Stanton, Martha Beck, and Glennon Doyle Melton. Magic Lessons are roadmaps for the path to creativity, the extra nudge we need when we’re feeling stuck in our creative lives. The podcast evolved out Gilbert’s book Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear published by Riverhead.

Note to Self (Chris) – Join host Manoush Zomorodi for your weekly reminder to question everything. Is your phone watching you? Are your kids real? These and other essential quandaries for anyone trying to preserve their humanity in the digital age.

Teachonomy Talks (AJ) – Hosted by Chuck Poole this is a podcast brought to you by Teachonomy.com for busy teachers who want to be inspired, encouraged, and empowered each week. Our goal is to give you nuggets of value in 5-7 minutes so you can walk away energized, refreshed, and ready for your day!

Angela Watson’s Truth for Teachers (Stacey) – This podcast is designed to speak life, encouragement, and truth into the minds and hearts of educators and get you energized for the week ahead. With 11 years of classroom experience and 7 years experience as an instructional coach, Angela Watson creates resources that make teaching more effective, efficient, and enjoyable.

What We Are LearningAJ – Looking forward to catching up on podcast listening, for both professional and personal growth, and also continue reading about his newest passion, Blended Learning, during the Spring Break.

Chris – Build a Stand-Up Planter – Jon Peters Art and Home

Stacey – Working on creating a digital order form using Google forms and formMule or autocrat. It’s a steep learning curve for this lady who detests spreadsheets!

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Featured ContentWhat are your biggest fears related to professional development? Stacey, AJ, and Chris run the table about some different areas of education where our fears and insecurities creep in.

Links and Resources* Dr. Spike Cook * #IMMOOC * Padlet * NJAMLE

What Are We LearningAJ – I presented at the recent NJAMLE Conference.

Chris – I’ll be replacing a portion of the waste line under the House of #EdTech!

Stacey – I’m doing a 30 day blog challenge! I’m also reading Building Teachers’ Capacity for Success: A Collaborative Approach for Coaches and School Leaders

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Building Teachers' Capacity for Success: A Collaborative Approach for Coaches and School Leaders

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FEATURED CONTENTYour Professional Personal Learning Network (PLN) is an invaluable resource to both your career in education as well as your private life outside the walls of your school. In the third episode of PodcastPD, Chris, AJ, and I discuss the people you should include in our PLN and how to go about building a PLN of your own (step 1-include US!).

Personally, we like to build our PLN with people who are: like-minded, share the same interests, share ideas, positive and upbeat, and push our learning and thinking. We connect in a variety of ways and a variety of platforms, from Twitter and Voxer to Facebook and CoffeeEdu (be brave-start your own!). We even discuss less traditional but more fun ways to connect with you PLN, like DinerEdu, EdCampOut, and BoardGameEdu! What would be your entry point for building your PLN? Who would you connect with?

LINKS AND RESOURCES* Our favorite Twitter chats: 1. #BFC530 2. #SSTLAP 3. #TLAP 4. Find a chat that will help you grow your PLN * Voxer Walkie Talkie App * Overcast.fm * Innovator’s Mindset MOOC

WHAT WE’RE LEARNINGAJ is currently reading Blended Learning in Action: A Practical Guide Toward Sustainable Change by Catlin Tucker, Jason Todd Green and Tiffany Wyckoff.

Chris recommended a podcast from WNYC (NPR) called Note to Self. His wife recently turned him on to this podcast and his jumping off point was a series of episodes called The Privacy Paradox.

What is the Privacy Paradox? It’s the term behavioral economists use to describe the disconnect between our feelings about digital privacy (we value it!) and how we act online (we give privacy away!).

Stacey is back to listening to podcasts (YAY!) after a really long affair with the OverDrive app! She recently listened to NPR’s Hidden Brain, specifically episodes 59 and 60. Each of these episodes deal with current events and have a place in any SS, political science, psychology, or humanities class.

PodcastPD Mailbag Shout out to Bruce Reicher (@breicher), fellow NJ educator who is enjoying the podcast and let us know by tweeting to us @PodcastPD. Thanks for listening Bruce! * Shout out to Tina Monteleone (@tinamonte*), another NJ educator, she’s a MS technology teacher and college professor who has enjoyed the launch and beginnings of this podcast!

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We hope you enjoy episode #2 of PodcastPD! We discuss Lego Batman, EdCamp-style PD and share the latest in our own learning.

Featured ContentIn this episode, Stacey, AJ and I discussed the idea of bringing edcamp-style or unconference learning to your school or district. We discuss our experiences and the topic for the episode grew out of Stacey’s upcoming district PD day where she’s planning this type of PD for her colleagues.

What is Unconference or EdCamp-style PD?Both styles of professional development revolve around the common theme of choice and teacher-led and self-directed learning.

Mentions, Links, and Resources* Lego Batman Movie * Adam Schoenbart – The Schoenblog * Google Teacher Tribe Podcast * The Art of Manliness Podcast (ep 274)

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PodcastPD is back! AJ, Chris, and I are so happy to be creating this podcast for you. As you will learn in this episode this new podcast is a little different from the original #PodcastPD Twitter chat.

Our goal with the podcast is to provide you with the PD you’re not getting in your faculty meetings or another district's professional development.

We would be honored if you would subscribe to the podcast and include us in your podcast listening schedule. Look for a new episode every few weeks!

Featured ContentIn this episode, Chris, AJ and I discuss the origin of #PodcastPD (it all started with a little blog post), the resulting Twitter chat, our expectations for professional development, topics we might explore in coming episodes, and how we like to learn best.

What’s PodcastPD About?PodcastPD is a bi-monthly show where your hosts will come together to discuss some hot topics in education, the professional development we are taking part in within our districts, as well as the topics and areas of discussion we are leading for others.

How We LearnAs with many of you, there is no one way that Chris, AJ, and I learn. We use myriad methods to inform our practice and improve ourselves both professionally and personally. Chris and AJ learn by doing and taking part in demonstrations. An emphasis is placed on teaching and movement. I, on the other hand, will soak up new information I am interested in any way it is delivered; be it a book, podcast, or anything on the internet. Just don’t ask us to sit through a boring panel discussion!

Mentions, Links, and Resources* The original PodcastPD blog posts (1, 2, and 3) * Jennifer Gonzalez * Derek Larson * Brent Warner * Rich Czyz

Connect with us and Podcast PD* Follow us on Twitter and Instagram * Check out #PodcastPD * Chris Nesi - Twitter, Instagram * AJ Bianco - Twitter, Instagram * Stacey Lindes - Twitter, Instagram

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