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The Long Game of Teaching
The impact of teachers stretches far beyond the physical time with students in the classroom. But the extent of the long reach of teachers is hard to remember in the midst of all of the challenges. Here's a little...
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The Power of Yet
Today we talk about math class, slapping the word YET onto the end of certain sentences, a 99 year-old skydiver, and why teaching a growth mindset is one of the most important tasks of every educator.
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A Feast for Connection: Building Community in School
In this episode, I share a tradition from my first school: hosting a Thanksgiving feast for the entire school. More than just a meal, it was a way to build a sense of community, foster connections, and help students...
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Teaching Collaborative Problem Solving
Creative struggle is difficult, but it's also important. In this technology age, students have become so used to instant gratification, accessing the information and the answers they need instantly rather than dealing...
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Teaching in This Charged Political Climate
There is a measurable uptick in mean and divisive behavior in schools right now, almost as if children are mirroring the current political climate. Let's talk about leading students in this charged political...
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The AI Dilemma in Classrooms: Ban or Adapt?
In this episode, we dive into the growing concern among educators about the impact of AI tools like ChatGPT in the classroom. With only 6% of American teachers believing AI does more good than harm, we explore the...
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The Power of Outdoor Learning
From exposure to vitamin D and its positive effects on our well-being, to the cognitive benefits that come with fresh air, to the innate joy and freedom of being outdoors, outdoor learning is beneficial for both...
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The Impact of Teachers
Some of our most impact childhood memories happen in school. Teachers and other educators have a massive influence on their students' identities, memories, and future. Let's dive into that and explore the brain...
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Helping Students See the Bigger Picture
We all—educators and students— worker harder and smarter when we can identify the bigger picture of our work. That's what we dive into in this episode.
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Holding High Expectations for Students
Let's talk about the importance of holding high expectations for students and some strategies to do it well.
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Harnessing Parent Power
Why caregivers can be an invaluable resource to your classroom.
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Starting Class With Good Things
"Good Things"Â is a calculated way for students to get the most out of every class period. Like many teaching approaches, while not always obvious, there is a method to the madness. It is a routine to help establish...
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