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Asking better questions about what is possible with AI
In this conversation, Tricia and Laura discuss the intersection of ableism, artificial intelligence, and education. They explore how AI can serve as an assistive device to enhance access and equity,[...]
What can we learn about AI from an archivist?
Reed Hepler discusses the changing role of archival work in the era of generative AI. He explains that while some may think archives and AI are incompatible, there are actually[...]
Understanding the potential uses for AI as an assistive technology
In this episode, we sit down with Fiona Goodall, a leading expert on the social applications of assistive technologies. Fiona helps us understanding how emerging technologies, particularly AI,[...]
How do we balance innovation and ethics?
On this week we speak with Dr. Federica Fornaciari, who is a Professor, a researcher, a children’s book author, and the Academic Program Director for the MA in Strategic Communications[...]
Asking what students need and when with Professor Anna Mills
Professor Anna Mills discusses the evolving landscape of AI literacy in education, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach to integrating AI into writing and learning processes. She reflects on[...]
AI Detection is a waste of your time, so now what?
In this episode, Jeff Utecht interviews Michelle Kassorla, an associate professor of English at Georgia State University, about using generative AI in higher education. They discuss the importance of teaching[...]
A great way to center student voice when it comes to generative AI
In this conversation, Jeff Utecht interviews Dr. Dayamudra Dennehy, a community college teacher, about the incorporation of generative AI in classrooms. They discuss[...]
The beauty of scenario based learning
How do you see yourself in the future of learning?
This week on the pod guest Amy Oswalt is here to help us to think bigger about that question as[...]
What a professor of education has to say about the future of teaching with AI
Dr. Min Sun, a professor of education at the University of Washington, discusses the work of AmplifyLearn.ai, a center focused on harnessing the power of AI to improve teaching and[...]
Enhancing Accessibility in Higher Education with AI
Dr. Laura Dumin obtained her PhD in English from Oklahoma State University in 2010. She is a professor in English and Technical Writing at the University of Central Oklahoma who[...]
357: The Future of AI in College: Personalization and a new Student Life Experience
Get ready to dive into the rapidly evolving world of AI and its impact on higher education. As the landscape of technology shifts faster than ever, how can today’s college[...]
356: The sound of play
💡 On our power of play series this week we talk with
Hayes Greenfield is founder of Creative Sound Play (CSP), a sound-based, generative learning system for Pre-K,[...]
355: Who gets to design the future of play?
Our guest this week is an expert with AR, VR, and XR.
Meet Jeannine Charles who is committed to crafting immersive experiences that transcend the boundaries of reality.
[...]
Can play transform a city?
play:ground NYC is an organization that focuses on the rights of children and creating affirming spaces for play. They believe that young people should be given authority, autonomy, and respect,[...]
Enhancing Well-being and Creativity through Play
Dr. Julie Jones discusses the power of play and challenges the myth that play is separate from learning. She emphasizes that play is not the opposite of work, but rather[...]
Season 8 of Shifting Schools Podcast – Trailer
Welcome to Season 8 of the Shifting Schools Podcast! This season, we're diving deeper into the topics that matter most to educators, with a special focus on practical strategies and[...]
352: Practical advice for a more playful childhood
💡 On our power of play series this week we talk with Jackie Mader
Jackie Mader is a senior early childhood reporter[...]
351: Skateboarding as a tool for change
💡 On our power of play series this week we talk with a remarkable leader with Skateistan, Hala Khalaf.
Skateistan is an international NGO that uses[...]
350: The Power of Process-Oriented Play
💡 On our power of play series this week we talk with Nawal Qarooni.
🎙️Connect with our guest and check out her book:
https://x.com/nqcliteracy?lang=en
Chapters
00:00 Empowering[...]
349: What is the Impact of Play on Relationships?
💡 On our power of play series this week we talk with Courtney McLeod.
Courtney is an award-winning speaker and a professional life and leadership coach. Her super[...]
348: How do you define ‘play’?
💡 On our power of play series this week we talk with Dr. Paul Davarsi. Play and learning (aren’t they the same thing?) are his twin passions, and[...]
347: Learning self-regulation through the process of co-regulation
💡 On our power of play series this week we talk with Dr. Peg Oliveira. Dr. Oliveira is a child development expert and an activist. Since receiving her doctorate in[...]
346: Do you understand your personal play identity?
💡 On our power of play series this week we talk with Acey Holmes.
Acey Holmes is the founder of BoredLess, this week she discusses the importance of play[...]
345: Ready to have some ‘hard fun’?
💡 On our power of play series this week we talk with Sharon Lauricella, Ph.D. and T. Keith Edmunds about "Hard Fun," and Ludic pedagogy.
🎙️Take this episode[...]
344: Play as a catalyst for innovation
This week's conversation challenges the myth that play is only for young children and emphasizes its value for middle schoolers, high schoolers, and adults. Sandra Chow is here and she[...]
343: How can we be better role models for play?
Liz Joy Moore discusses the power of play and how it can benefit both children and adults. She emphasizes that play is for everyone and that it is not impractical,[...]
342: Taking sensory play seriously with Allie Ticktin
Our summer-long 'Power of Play' series starts now with special guest Allie Ticktin.
Allie’s mission is to empower children and their families through sensory play so that they can thrive[...]
Special bonus episode: Try out our Free Power of Play Planner!
Tricia and Jeff are so excited about the soon to start 'Power of Play' summer pod series, so they thought they would bring listeners a special free resource to pair[...]
341: How can we build relationships differently with AI?
In this conversation, Dr. Kenny Rodrequez, a superintendent from Grandview, Missouri, discusses the use of AI, specifically our show sponsor Lebra, from a leadership perspective. He shares insights on leveraging[...]
340: AI’s Role in Strengthening Executive Function
339: Can generative AI help my learners boost the power of play?
Jeff Utecht and Tricia discuss the importance of AI literacy and introduce their AI literacy course. They also talk about the recent updates from OpenAI and Google in the field[...]
338: Can generative AI help me rethink feedback in the classroom?
Jeff Utecht and Tricia Friedman discuss the second menu for the May Micro Menu Challenge. They provide prompts and resources to help educators experiment with AI literacy. They also address[...]
337: Micro Menu Month Launches: AI Literacy for Teams
Jeff and Tricia introduce their new micro menu for the month of May, which focuses on experimenting with generative AI in different contexts. They emphasize the importance of actually[...]
336: The Role of the Librarian in the Era of AI
This week Tricia interviews two of her alltime fav librarians about the role of librarians[...]
335: Is K12 education future ready right now?
In this episode, Jeff Utecht interviews Chris Linsell, a real estate technologist, about the intersection between technology and real estate. They discuss the disruptions happening in the real estate industry[...]
334: How Two 11th Graders are Revolutionizing AP Exam Prep with AI
In this podcast episode, the creators of Professor AI, an AI startup supporting students with AP exams, discuss their journey and the development of their app. The founders, who[...]
333: Integrating AI Literacy into Earth Day Celebrations
Imagine students grappling with AI-crafted ethical dilemmas. They're not just learning about sustainability – they’re learning how to question, research, and discern credible information. It’s about nurturing critical thinking and[...]
332: Here’s why we need more student podcasters: meet Zach of We the Children
Our special guest this week is Zach, the host of the incredible podcast 'We The Children'
Zachary Fox-DeVol, or Zach, is a curious 12-year-old with a passion for the environment[...]
331: Core Skills in the Age of AI: What Remains Essential?
In this episode, Jeff Utecht interviews Pete Huang from The Neuron, a daily newsletter that explores AI. They discuss the origin of The Neuron and how it started as[...]
330: Demystify student motivation with Tyler Rablin
In this conversation, Jeff Utecht interviews Tyler Rablin about his new book, 'Hacking Student Motivation.' They discuss the importance of feedback and assessment in motivating students, the impact of grades[...]
329: Can clinician-powered AI help us with the mental health crisis?
328: Nurturing problem-solvers inside and outside the realm of games
Dan White, CEO of Filament Games, discusses the future of learning games and the importance of game-based learning pedagogy. He emphasizes the shift towards focusing on skills and conceptual understandings[...]
Episode 327: How Can Educators Leverage AI for UDL?
LUDIA AI is a free tool that helps educators cultivate a Universal Design for Learning (UDL) mindset by leveraging AI. The conversation explores the fear and misconceptions around AI[...]
326: What it means to be a life-long learner in the new era of AI
On this week...
Dwight Gunning, a data scientist with a background in finance, discusses the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the finance industry. He emphasizes the importance of technology[...]
325: ‘Lessons of the Pandemic’: A Deep Dive into Teacher Experiences
324: Shifting paradigms about safety and respect with Dr. Travis Wright
Bonus Episode: The Big Game is A Big Moment for Media Literacy
Give us ten minutes and let us tell you about the ways to lean way into media literacy for the upcoming Superbowl game!
🏈 Explore our special free guide that[...]
323: Talking emotional intelligence with Dr. Lorea Martínez
Dr. Lorea Martínez introduces the HEART model, which stands for Five Essential Social-Emotional Skills. The model aims to provide educators with a research-based framework for teaching and practicing these skills.
[...]
322: The recipe for a truly great school mental health program
Our special guest today:
Dr. Tony Walker serves on the executive team of The Jed Foundation (“JED”) – a national nonprofit that serves as a thought leader on school mental[...]
321: What does media literacy have to do with mental health?
Our special guest today:
Dr. Laura Erickson-Schroth (she/they), MD, MA, is the Chief Medical Officer for The Jed Foundation (JED), a national nonprofit that protects emotional health and prevents suicide[...]
320: Being Mindful in the Moment with Dr. Rina Bajaj
Our mental health series continues with Dr. Rina Bajaj. This conversation brings us great ways to reframe our inner monologue and strategies to refresh our approach to caring[...]
319: What is an ’emotionally healthy school’? with Dr. Deborah Offner
Our first episode in our brand new mental health series kicks off with Dr. Deborah Offner.
This series is sponsored by Money Pickle, learn more about ways[...]
What was our biggest episode of 2023?
How is Minecraft a powerful tool for building community, fostering inclusion, and engaging learners?
This week's amazing guest Mashfiq Ahmed has an answer for that question and tons[...]
318: AI Literacy Experiments for the Family
In this episode, Jeff and Tricia discuss their favorite holiday food, introduce a new free guide on experimenting with AI for families, announce an upcoming series on mental health, promote[...]
317: Bonus Episode Tricia on the concept of ‘screentime’ and more…
Join us for this bonus episode where Tricia is a guest on the BFIS 'The Future is Now Podcast.'
Ready to follow that show?
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316: Bonus Episode – Integrating Technology in Education with Jeff Utecht
Episode Description:
Join us for this bonus episode were host Jeff Utecht becomes the interviewee on the Have A Life Teaching Podcast. You can subscribe to the Have A[...]
315: Human Centered Leadership in K12 education with Dr. Peter Stiepleman
On today we speak with Dr. Peter Stiepleman, 2021 Missouri Superintendent of the Year.
We explore keys to a human-centered leadership approach.
Ready to meet our guest?
Peter Stiepleman, EdD.[...]
314: Elevating Student Learning With AI
"What do I want my process to look like?" this is a question researcher, educator and author Maya Bialik would love to see more teachers think about right now. Our[...]
313: The necessity of listening to the student perspective on AI
Join us as we discuss the implications of AI in educational settings, particularly focusing on how these tools can be integrated to foster inclusion and improve learning experiences with Max,[...]
Bonus Episode: Meet US Principal of the Year!
This special bonus episode points you to a recent conversation with Donna Hayword, US Principal of the Year (2023) via a brand new podcast: Sustainable Innovation from NEASC.
312: Can we use AI to teach creative writing?
Delve into the transformative world of generative AI text-to-image technology and its burgeoning role in creative writing. Our journey begins with an exploration of how AI-generated images can act as[...]
311: From Repairs to Resourcefulness: Unleashing the Potential of Asset Management in Schools
How do we take a lot of this data that usually is hidden from students and teachers and kept in IT departments and make that part of the learning[...]
310: Striking the Perfect Balance: Integrating AI and Human Interaction in Elementary Classrooms
Does this sound familiar? You integrate AI technology in your classroom, hoping to enhance student engagement and learning. However, you find yourself overwhelmed with the[...]
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309: Nurturing Informed Citizens with CIVIX’s Dimitri Pavlounis
Explore the profound impacts of digital literacy and political engagement initiatives by CIVIX, and discover resources that can transform classrooms into hubs of critical thought and respectful discourse.
We sit[...]
308: The Future of News Literacy: Educating in the Age of Artificial Intelligence with Erin Olson
In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Erin Olson, an advocate of news literacy and a representative from the News Literacy Project (NLP). Drawing from her rich experience as[...]
307: Elevating Media Literacy Through Screen Language: Insights from Sherard Duvall
Discover how Sherard Duvall went from spinning beats to spinning tales that captivate and educate. In a surprising twist, this DJ-turned-filmmaker found that the language of screens held the[...]
306: The Power of Purposeful Play with Dr. Kristen Craft
In this episode Dr. Kraft shatters misconceptions and reveals the power of gaming for building social-emotional skills. How can educators effectively integrate gaming into their SEL programs?
Are[...]
How do we bring brave beginners and bold early adopters together to explore AI Literacy?
In this episode of the Shifting Schools podcast, you'll join Tricia and Jeff as they dive into their recent experiences and reflections on AI and education. They're excited to[...]
Episode 305: Stargazing for SEL with Swapna Krishna
SWAPNA KRISHNA writes about space, science, and technology. You can find her at the YouTube channel Ad Astra, and her work has been published at outlets[...]
305: Stargazing for SEL with Swapna Krishna
SWAPNA KRISHNA writes about space, science, and technology. You can find her at the YouTube channel Ad Astra, and her work has been published at outlets[...]
304: What confidence is…and what it isn’t with Jennifer S. Miller
For nearly thirty years, Jennifer Miller has worked with educators and families to help them become more effective with children through social and emotional learning (SEL). She authored and illustrated[...]
303: Social Justice in Schools with Dr. Charles A. Barrett
On this week...
We were so excited to have a conversation with Dr. Charles A. Barrett to dive deeper into his book:
Social Justice in Schools
A Framework for[...]
302: Honoring the complexities of what it means to be an educator with Dr. Novak and Dr. Rodriguez
On this week...
We were so excited to have a conversation with Dr. Novak and Dr. Rodriguez about their latest book
In Support of Students: A Leader's Guide[...]
301: Fine-tuning the conversation about failure with Jessica Lahey
Jessica Lahey is the author of the New York Times bestselling book, The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents Learn to Let Go So Their Children Can Succeed[...]
300: How might ChatGPT help us reflect on human-centric skills?
299: Unlocking the Potential of esports in Education: with Elliot Mack, Co-founder of Daigon Esports
In this episode of the Shifting Schools Podcast, Jeff Utecht sits down with Elliot[...]
298: Unlocking Minds with Minecraft with Janey Laney
Join us as we unravel the stories that emerge when esports and gaming becomes a lifelong compass for learning. This week's guest is thought leader Janey Laney, a content creator[...]
297: Campfire Conversations: Leadership in AI and What It Means for Schools
In this Off The Cuff episode, Jeff Utecht and Tricia dive into the exciting launch of https://camp.shiftingschools.com and their groundbreaking course on Leadership in AI. Discover how[...]
296: Cultivate STEM and STEAM skills with esports
How do we help students learn and play simultaneously? This week's guest explains how esports links to so many components of academic life. Curious about ways to leverage your existing[...]
Trailer: What’s on deck for September at Shifting Schools
Hello, Shifting Schools community! Jeff Utecht here, as we wrap up our exciting journey into eSports Tricia and I wanted to share what we have coming up next for[...]
295: What’s at the intersection of law and gaming?
Unravel the complexities of video game ethics as we embark on a dialogue with Dr. Leon Xiao, a distinguished expert at the crossroads of gaming and law. In this episode,[...]
294: Where might a student’s passion for video games lead?
In this episode, we have the honor of sitting down with Joanie Kraut, the CEO of Women in Games International (WIGI), a leading organization that empowers women and underrepresented individuals[...]
293: Level up on literacy with video games
In this episode, we dive into the intersection of education technology and literacy with Dr. Miles Harvey. We explore the innovative teaching strategy of using video games as a[...]
292: Skeptical about the benefits of gaming? Give this a listen.
On this episode Dr. Rachel Kowert busts myths about gaming.
If you are skeptical about what games can offer us, give this conversation some time.
Meet this[...]
291: The Magic of Minecraft
How is Minecraft a powerful tool for building community, fostering inclusion, and engaging learners?
This week's amazing guest Mashfiq Ahmed has an answer for that question and tons[...]
290: Esports as an engine for community building
Our summer-long series on esports continues with a great conversation about aligning your curriculum with esports and leveraging esports as a way to build and nurture your school community.
[...]
289: Grappling with the great idea of gaming for good
🏁This is the first in our summer-long series on esports!🏁
Meet this week's special guest:
➡️ Dr. Krista-Lee M. Malone is the Director of both the UW-Madison Game Lab and[...]
288: What does it mean to be a true library advocate?
On this episode of the podcast Jeff and Tricia speak with Allie Cornejo who is a High School Librarian/Lead Librarian in Harlingen, TX. She is chair of the TLA Public[...]
287: One way to level up on your next book club
Why do book groups need scaffolding?
How can we make the facilitation of book clubs just a tiny teeny bit easier?
That's what we discuss in this special episode.
To[...]
286: Inspiring the next generation of fiction podcast creators
On this episode, we talk with Zackary Grady about their award-nominated production Gay Pride and Less Prejudice.
Learn all about that show:
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt26518740/
Learn more about[...]
285: How Inclusive is Your School…and how do you know?
On the podcast today is Angeline Aow, one author of the book Becoming A Totally Inclusive School.
This conversation helps us think about[...]
284: Seven ways to shift your relationship with social media this Summer
In this episode, we discuss our latest free on-pager to help you reimagine your relationship with social media this summer.
Inside that one-pager, we have our B.A.L.A.N.C.E. framework:
B -[...]
283: Long-Term Success for Experienced Multilinguals
On this episode we hear from Tan and Beth as they talk to us about the incredible new book:
Long-Term Success for[...]
282: What’s the Connection Between AI Literacy and LGBTQ+ Inclusive Schools?
How are your conversations about generative AI tools like ChatGPT centering and focusing on equity and inclusion?
On this episode, we dig into that and provide listeners an opportunity to[...]
281: Reflection that dignifies and honours the year
We are thrilled to share a free guide that will empower teachers and school leaders to capture meaningful reflections as they wrap up the academic year.
🤔✍️ Reflecting on the[...]
280: Designing the Future: David Jakes and the Design Thinking Classroom Revolution
Welcome back to Shifting Schools, the podcast where innovative educational approaches meet the ever-evolving landscape of learning. Join host Jeff Utecht as he converses with renowned educator, forward-thinking leader, and[...]
279: The ChatGPT assessment conversation we want more of
Ready for an Eggcellent Adventure?
Let's explore the Egg Drop Challenge with ChatGPT 🐣🔬
In this egg-ceptionally fun episode for Day of AI, your hosts Jeff and Tricia are breaking[...]
278: The Healing Power of Nature: A Conversation with Rebekah Lowell
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277: Could your team use some positive gossip?
On this episode, we think about ways to spread appreciation throughout the year.
Might your team benefit from spreading positive gossip about fellow team members?
How might that spark the[...]
276: Stanzas that celebrate teachers with Taylor Mali
It is teacher appreciation week and we are thrilled to have the award winning Taylor Mali on the show to shower teachers with stanzas of support and care.
Taylor talks[...]
275: Is it time to reimagine the career fair?
On this episode, we ask you to consider the ways we might need to rethink traditional career fairs. If your school hosts 'world of work' events, have you thought about[...]
274: How Can Text Blaze Simplify Workflows for Students and Teachers in Education?
In this episode of Shifting Schools, Jeff interviews Dan Barak, from Text Blaze, a text-expansion tool that can save users time and make typing more efficient. Dan explains how Text[...]
273: A Conversation with ChatGPT about AI in the Classroom
Welcome to this special episode of Shifting Schools, where we dive into the exciting world of AI in education, with a special guest ChatGPT. We discuss the potential benefits and[...]
272: Are we entering into an information literacy renaissance?
In today's episode, we have a very special guest, Jennifer LaGarde, aka The Library Girl @jenniferlagarde, an incredible advocate for information literacy and the co-author of
271: Five ways to use ChatGPT for Earth Day
Saturday, April 22nd is Earth Day.
While this week is an important week to put a spotlight on climate action and sustainability we need to be sustaining this conversation all[...]
270: Celebrating School Library Month
April is School Library Month, and we are thrilled to bring you a conversation with award-winning librarian Karina Quilantán!
Looking for more information on School Library Month?
Click here[...]
269: Is equity getting the spotlight it deserves in our conversations about AI?
On this episode of the podcast Jeff and Tricia tell listeners all about the latest free guide:
"Kickstarting a critical conversation about equity and generative AI."
They[...]
268: The message about mistakes that our students need us to hear
Do you learn from your mistakes? Do your students?
In this episode we go deep into ways we can truly leverage mistakes as fuel for deeper learning, engagement, and reflection.[...]
267: How do you share your stories of hope?
Thank you to our sponsor MackinVia for sponsoring today's episode.
Jeff's book recommendation: The Dip by Seth Godin
This week on the show we[...]
266: Reflections from the NCCE23 Conference
Welcome to the NCCE conference live episode sponsored by MackinVia. Today we explore the impact of Generative AI on education, digital and media literacy, and innovative projects happening[...]
265: Feedback as fuel for trust
In this episode, we explore the transformative power of feedback for leaders. Drawing from the insightful article "How Leaders Can Get the Feedback They Need to Grow"[...]
264: Cultivating problem solvers one conversation at a time
On the show we are so excited to host Dr. Gina Picha! She explores the strategies and insight inside her new book: Conferring in the Match Classroom.
[...]
263: An Invitation, Opportunity, and a Thank You!
This short and sweet episode asks for YOUR feedback.
It has now been a few weeks since we launched our learning opportunities for generative AI tools like ChatGPT.
Specifically, we[...]
262: What does ‘being bold’ mean to you?
On this episode we explore what it means to 'be bold' in our personal and professional lives. This conversation features the research and insight of Shanna A. Hocking.
Shanna[...]
261: Sparking and sustaining the social media conversation at home
How are we helping parents and caretakers as they seek to learn more about digital literacy and social media?
On this episode Jeff and Tricia discuss recent[...]
260: Who does the library belong to?
Often the cliche 'the library is the heart of the school' is heard in literacy circles...but what does it mean to listen to a library's heartbeat?
On the podcast this[...]
258: Have you started a conversation about social media with your students lately?
Ready to get our new free guide "Exploring our relationship with social media"?
Click here and head over to shiftingschools.com to see our 70+ free guides!
Check[...]
257: What role do podcasts play in our personal and professional learning?
In this episode, we are so excited to team up with fellow podcaster/educator Olivia Wahl. We discuss the emerging role of educational podcasts in inspiring, informing, and igniting curiosity in[...]
256: Understanding our Sensory System: a secret for the PE classroom
On this week we speak with Jody Matey who enlightens us on why a better understanding of our sensory system can be of serious importance in the early[...]
255: Nine of our Favorite Note-taking Strategies
We asked our community of Shifting Schools newsletter subscribers to vote on this week's topic and they voted for a conversation on note-taking strategies.
(By the way did you know[...]
254: Why Art and Science go hand in hand
If you are passionate about STEM, Design, or Art this is a great episode to make time for!
On this episode we sit down with Jen Christiansen: a senior graphics[...]
253: Media literacy’s BIG moment and the big game
Millions of dollars are spent on a single 30-second ad spot during Super Bowl Sunday. Now more than ever because of social media's influence the commercials that air during the[...]
252: Does your school link STEM and Sports?
On this episode we learn about the connection between sports and STEM. If you've been looking to do more with that link, this conversation is for you!
Our special guest[...]
251: Where might your AI journey take your school?
Jeff and Tricia talk about the importance of curiosity as we continue to consider new tools like Chat GPT and generative AI. They explore what it might mean to think[...]
250: How do you find a balance with structure and student agency?
This episode debunks a few misconceptions about Maker education and design projects. We have help with the debunking from Lindsey Simmons, an educator who has partnered with
249: Will 2023 be the year of AI?
Jeff and Tricia talk about Chat GPT and other generative AI tools. The big question in this episode is: How might you use Chat GPT as a thought partner this[...]
248: Does your network shape your mindset?
How do you build a network of learners and how does that network in turn shape you as a learner?
On the podcast this week, Drea Weiner answers that question[...]
247: Are we creating opportunities to explore our relationship with social media?
In this episode, Tricia and Jeff are talking about our relationships with social media, misinformation, disinformation and the role schools must play when leading for media literacy.
This conversation was[...]
246: The legacy of your lab
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245: Seven steps to take when applying to lead learning at conferences
Are you looking to take on a new challenge of leading learning at an upcoming conference?
Would you like to refine the way you approach delivering professional development at your[...]
244: How might you cultivate your beginner’s mindset this year?
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Is better feedback the fuel for deeper engagement?
Few educators would disagree with the idea that feedback is crucial for meaningful learning. So how can we support one another in striving for better feedback processes? As students move[...]
243: Is there a better way to discuss habit formation with students?
A new year is a time when many of us start thinking about new goals, and new habits we want to cultivate. And yet, how many of us have had[...]
Cell Phones in the Classroom is a Microcosm of Education’s Big Shift
In this replay episode from June, 2022 the number one listened to episode of the the year. Jeff reflects on the past year of shifting schools and how this conversation[...]
242: Student-led podcasting for sustained learning
On this special episode, Jeff and Tricia sit down with a listener of the show: Joe Taranto. Joe reached out to Jeff and Tricia about his experience podcasting with students.[...]
We need student voice and student storytellers now more than ever.
The Port Townsend School District Website for the 2022 Salish Coast Elementary Children’s Film Festival
This year the Library/STEM program at Salish Coast Elementary hosted the 2022 SC Children’s Film[...]
241: Data Visualization and Women in STEM
On this episode we are so excited to bring you words of wisdom from Eva Murray.
Eva Murray is an international speaker on the topics of data visualization,[...]
Supporting students in the search for their voice
About Swapna Krishna
Swapna Krishna is a science and technology communicator specializing in the geek space. She regularly creates science videos on TikTok and contributes to Wired, NPR, StarTrek.com, New[...]
240: New 2023 Protocols and Updates for our Podcast Family
On this episode, Jeff and Tricia bring listeners an abundance of news.
Up first they let listeners know that the 3rd annual collection of protocols is now
Bonus: Fiction Podcasts for Creative Writing: Backwards Chaining Approach
In this free webinar from Jeff and Tricia we talk about using a backwards chaining approach to scaffling learning for students and why right now is a great time to[...]
239: How to Balance Structure vs Agency with Design-Based Learning and Scratch
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Guest: Francisco Cervantes
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Bonus Episode: 3 Google Chrome Extensions for Better Presentation Design
This is an audio recording of the free webniar Jeff and Tricia did on YouTube.
Watch the webinar on YouTube and don't forget to subscribe to catch[...]
238: The Skills of Journalist Today and Interactive Journalism
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237: Who Owns Your Data?
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236: The Secret of Multiple Languages and Getting Connected in Internships
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235: Inviting Student Culture into our Classrooms with Social Media
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234: Using Social Media in Schools: A Panel of Experts
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233: Social Media for Teachers and Students
232: The Collaboration behind the Solar Podcast
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231: Getting Credit for Service Learning Abroad
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230: Facilitating Meeting in K12 Education and Building Trust in Groups
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229: Data Visualization – Telling Stories with Data
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228: The Intersection of SEL and Information Literacy
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227: Understanding the Pressure of Parenting and Playing Sports Today
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226: Turning Data into Visual Stories
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225: Teaching Data Literacy and Telling Data Stories
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224: Unlocking the Potential Hidden in Your Student Data
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223: Being Efficient with our Technology and Time
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221: How Would You Like It To Be?
220: Master Asker of Questions
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219: The Values Map
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218: 3 Podcasting Tips for Teachers and Students
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217: More than a Logo
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216: Should Cell Phones be Allowed in Class?
This week we Tricia Friedman and I chat with Tyler Rablin about his recent tweets and articles about how he is shifting his mindset to the use[...]
215: Your Network Starts with You
This week Tricia and I chat with Dori Clark, writer, speaker, author on life and learning. We chat about learning, passions, networking and giving yourself a summer project to keep[...]
Episode 214: Talking STEM with Mr. Fascinate
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Episode 213: Being a Science Communicator with Swapna Krishna
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Episode 212: Lisa Forman-Gather a passionate team of people
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Episode 208: What Should You Do In 2022
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Episode 206: My Learning through Learning2
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Episode 201: Teaching Through Photography
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Episode 200: Sustaining Your Coaching Practice
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Episode 199: The Power of Stories to Heal
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Episode 198: Focusing on Wellness
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Episode 197: The Power of Pulse Checks
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Episode 196: Immersive Learning: We can do better than Zoom
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Episode 194: The power of protocols in PLCs
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Episode 193: Creating a Technology Revolution, Hoquiam School District
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Episode 192: Starting the year with sharpened tools
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Episode 191: Exchanging Gratitude
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Episode 190: Reflecting On A Semester
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Episode 189: Assessment is how we learn to listen
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Episode 188: SEL and PBL with Jorge Valenzuela
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Episode 187: Talking PLCs with Steve Barkley
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Episode 186: Talking World Languages and STEAM with Rachelle Dené Poth
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Episode 184: You Don’t Have to Be Brave
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Episode 183: Unpacking Project-Based Learning
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Episode 181: Deep Listening: A Deep Dive
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Episode 180: Creative Communication Creates Wonderment
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Episode 179: Building it Together
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Episode 177: Pushing the Restart Button
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Episode 176: Sustaining the Start…
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Episode 175: The Art of the Start
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Episode 174: Finding Your Metaphor For the Year74
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Episode 173: Meet author educators Heather and Patrick
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Episode 169: The Digital Classroom
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Episode 168: Making Learning Transparent
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Episode 166: Fishing for Questions
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Episode 163: Making small shifts matters in big ways for SEL
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Episode 162: Shifting into Summer
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Episode 156: It’s All About Community!
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Episode 154: Learning from Teens Through a Pandemic
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Episode 153: Crafting the Story of our Learning
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Episode 152: Reframing Feedback
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Episode 141: Race, Privilege, And Creating Safe Spaces In The Digital Classroom With Christina Torres
This recorded webinar is designed for classroom teachers to explore the idea of what "safe space" means in classrooms— digital or otherwise. For space to truly be safe, it must[...]
Episode 140: The Future Of Education
Jeff talks through some of the conversations he has been having with school leaders as well as state organizations and state governments on the future of education[...]
Episode 140: The Future Of Education
Jeff talks through some of the conversations he has been having with school leaders as well as state organizations and state governments on the future of education[...]
Episode 139: Expanding The Walls Of Your District: How Do You Add Value To Your Community?
Another free webinar from Shifting Schools. This time we learn from Steve Murphy and JB Blair. Two teachers in the same district find ways to have their[...]
Episode 139: Expanding The Walls Of Your District: How Do You Add Value To Your Community?
Another free webinar from Shifting Schools. This time we learn from Steve Murphy and JB Blair. Two teachers in the same district find ways to have their[...]
Episode 138: Empowering Through Inquiry With Trevor MacKenzie
A recorded webinar with Trevor MacKenzie. Trevor is an educator and author of two books on inquiry classrooms.
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Episode 136: Having Hard Conversations With Jennifer Abrams
When we go through disruptions like this it’s a struggle. It’s a struggle to be open to and have hard conversations with ourselves and with our colleagues around the changes[...]
Episode 136: Having Hard Conversations With Jennifer Abrams
When we go through disruptions like this it’s a struggle. It’s a struggle to be open to and have hard conversations with ourselves and with our colleagues around the changes[...]
Episode 135: Creating Global Citizens With Steve Murphy
Steve Murphy joins us for the Shifting Schools Free Webinar on Creating Global Citizens. Steve is a Technology Coach and Social Studies Teacher in the Enumclaw School[...]
Episode 135: Creating Global Citizens With Steve Murphy
Steve Murphy joins us for the Shifting Schools Free Webinar on Creating Global Citizens. Steve is a Technology Coach and Social Studies Teacher in the Enumclaw School[...]
Episode 134: Engaging Families in STEM with Deidre Holmberg
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Episode 134: Engaging Families in STEM with Deidre Holmberg
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implementation of STEM initiatives, authors culturally relevant, standards-based STEM/STEAM
Episode 133: Feedback That Matters With Tyler Rablin
This week Tyler Rablin takes us through feedback that matters and what that means in today's complicated learning environments. We know feedback is essential to learning so how do we[...]
Episode 133: Feedback That Matters With Tyler Rablin
This week Tyler Rablin takes us through feedback that matters and what that means in today's complicated learning environments. We know feedback is essential to learning so how do we[...]
Episode 132: The Art Of Connection With Guest Dan James
This week we talk about communication with guest Dan James. In a time when educators are worried more than ever about creating connections with students, learn some[...]
Episode 132: The Art Of Connection With Guest Dan James
This week we talk about communication with guest Dan James. In a time when educators are worried more than ever about creating connections with students, learn some[...]
Episode 131: Preparing Students For Their Future Not Our Past
A recording of a free webinar I gave back in June as part of our Shifting Schools series. We have free webinars starting the week of Aug.[...]
Episode 131: Preparing Students For Their Future Not Our Past
A recording of a free webinar I gave back in June as part of our Shifting Schools series. We have free webinars starting the week of Aug.[...]
Episode 130: Moving For Attendance Focused To Being Engagement Focused
Welcome back to a new episode and season 4 of Shifting Our Schools. Excited to be back at the microphone sharing my thoughts, trainings, webinars, and conversations with all of[...]
Episode 130: Moving For Attendance Focused To Being Engagement Focused
Welcome back to a new episode and season 4 of Shifting Our Schools. Excited to be back at the microphone sharing my thoughts, trainings, webinars, and conversations with all of[...]
Episode 129: Meaningful Assessment: Grading For The Future
Tyler Rablin a High School ELA teacher and Tech Coach shares with us his grade book and assessment practices as he moved from a traditional way of[...]
Episode 128: Project-Based Awesome: Imagine What Your Students Can Do
This episode is a recording of a Free Webinar we hosted as part of the ReImagine WA Ed program. These Webinars are open to any and all[...]
Episode 127: Learning With And Without Walls
4 Steps of making Blended Learning manageable. We will look at preparing for next school year with good teaching strategies at the forefront. By Steve Murphy &[...]
Episode 126: Engaging Students in Learning through Choice and Voice
This is a recording of the free Webinar offered by the ReImagine WA Ed team who have been supporting over 4000 Washington State educators on the journey of distance learning.[...]
Episode 125: YouTube Live AMA Session With The ReImagine WA Ed Team
The ReImagine WA Ed team and I continue to support close to 4500 educators across the state of Washington adding another 1100 educators who started this week. We're excited to[...]
Episode 124: Design for Resilience Framework for the Future of Schools
This week I share a webinar that Greg Bamford and Tara Jahn did last week titled: Design for Resilience Framework for the Future of Schools. A great conversation around leadership[...]
Episode 123: Classroom Management in the Virtual Classroom
Patrick Green and Heather Dowd take their best selling book Classroom Management in the Digital Age and apply lessons from it to our new Virtual Classrooms we[...]
Episode 122: Tech Tool Bonanza
The team at #ReImagineWAEd and I host a YouTube Live event for educators across the state of Washington as we continue to reimagine education for our students in this state[...]
Episode 122: Tech Tool Bonanza
The team at #ReImagineWAEd and I host a YouTube Live event for educators across the state of Washington as we continue to reimagine education for our students in this state[...]
Episode 121: The Power of Ownership in Distance Learning
A stream of consciousness about the power of giving students and parents choice or ownership over what is learned. This is the reason we are seeing ChoiceBoards being[...]
Episode 120: AESD Continual Learning Keynote
This is a recording of a YouTube Live Keynote that I delivered to the educators of Washington State as we prepare to roll out a 3 phase[...]
Episode 119: Assessing Distance Learning
This week our happy hour conversation focused on where schools are at rolling out devices and we start to turn our attention to the next phase of distance learning,[...]
Episode 118: Inequity Should Not Equal Inaction
Do to the COVID-19 pandemic schools around the world are shutting their doors. Here in the state of Washington, we have been closed for two weeks already and now are[...]
Episode 118: Inequity Should Not Equal Inaction
Do to the COVID-19 pandemic schools around the world are shutting their doors. Here in the state of Washington, we have been closed for two weeks already and now are[...]
Episode 117: Virtual School Happy Hour Week 1 – The Setup
This week I host the first of what I hope to be virtual happy hours with teachers and tech coaches who find themselves either preparing for virtual learning or[...]
Episode 117: Virtual School Happy Hour Week 1 – The Setup
This week I host the first of what I hope to be virtual happy hours with teachers and tech coaches who find themselves either preparing for virtual learning or[...]
Episode 116: Preparing For Virtual Learning
Last week I was consulting at the International School fo Luxembourg and had an opportunity to sit down and chat with my good friend John Mikton. Much like myself, John[...]
Episode 116: Preparing For Virtual Learning
Last week I was consulting at the International School fo Luxembourg and had an opportunity to sit down and chat with my good friend John Mikton. Much like myself, John[...]
Episode 115: Virtual School Tips And Recommendations
This week I share tips and recommendations for going virtual school as my state, Washington, along with many of my international friends find themselves gearing up for are already in[...]
Episode 115: Virtual School Tips And Recommendations
This week I share tips and recommendations for going virtual school as my state, Washington, along with many of my international friends find themselves gearing up for are already in[...]
Special Episode: Final Reflection From NCCE2020
A great three days interacting and learning from other educators around the Pacific Northwest and beyond. A final reflection on the conference with my friends and Tech Coaches from Moses[...]
Special Episode: Final Reflection From NCCE2020
A great three days interacting and learning from other educators around the Pacific Northwest and beyond. A final reflection on the conference with my friends and Tech Coaches from Moses[...]
Special Episode: Day 1 Reflection From NCCE2020
After the first day of NCCE2020 in Seattle, I sit down with Tyler Rablin, Patrick Green and Chris Butler to reflect on our Day 1 take aways from NCCE2020
Episode 114: From Coach To Consultant With Guest Julie McDowell
This week Chris Butler and I chat with Julie McDowell a teacher turned coach turned consultant with iReady. A conversation that covers a range of topics
Episode 113: Team Teaching In All Its Glory With Guests Jessica Fife And Linda Stairet
This week Chris Butler and I have a chat with Jessia Fife and Linda Stairet two High School Teacher who team teach in a blended-learning, project-based, flexible[...]
Episode 112: Breaking Down Project-Based Learning With Guest Pat Zuniga
This week Chris Butler and I chat with Pat Zuniga a High School Teacher who calls his classroom "tech inclusive'. A great conversation on the power of technology to transforming[...]
Episode 111: Diving Into Inquiry With Guest Erin Dickey
This week Chris Butler and I chat with Ern Dickey a High School teacher digging into the idea of true student lead learning in her classroom. A fantastic conversation about[...]
Episode 110: Flipping Your Classroom With Guest Taylor Newman
This week Chris Butler and I chat with Taylor Newman a Middle School Teacher from Texas who is flipping her classroom using a whole host of tools. A great conversation[...]
Episode 110: Flipping Your Classroom With Guest Taylor Newman
This week Chris Butler and I chat with Taylor Newman a Middle School Teacher from Texas who is flipping her classroom using a whole host of tools. A great conversation[...]
Episode 109: Building Relationships with Students through Technology with Middle School Teacher Kaci Presnell
A conversation with Middle School Teacher Kaci Presnell about her relationship with students, cell phones in the classrooms and Project-Based Learning in her classroom.
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Episode 109: Building Relationships with Students through Technology with Middle School Teacher Kaci Presnell
A conversation with Middle School Teacher Kaci Presnell about her relationship with students, cell phones in the classrooms and Project-Based Learning in her classroom.
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Episode 108: You can be a paperless classroom or a blended learning classroom but you can’t be both.
This week I reflect on some conversations that I have had recently and how that had led me to believe you can be a paperless classroom or a blended learning[...]
Episode 107: A Reflection on District Ran PD with guests Tyler, Cassie and Chris
This week Chris Butler and I have a chat with Tyler, Cassie, and Chris from the Sunnyside School District. A rural school district here in the central[...]
Episode 106: Building a School Culture Starts with Leadership.
Starting off the new year with a great conversation about school leadership and setting the culture that you want as a leader starts with servant leadership.
Episode 105: Bring On 2020!
Chris Butler and I reflect on the 2019 and set the stage for 2020 as we record the last episode for 2019. We'll be back every Wednesday starting January 8th,[...]
Episode 104: Mr. Gibbs When Are You Going To Start Teaching Again? With Guest Collin Gibbs
This week Chris Butler and I chat with Collin Gibbs a Social Studies teacher who shares his system for success he uses with his students. Collin also shares his[...]
Episode 103: 1 Tech Coach And A Whole Lot Of Teachers! With Guest David Stiner
This week Chris Butler and I chat with new tech coach David Stiner and talk about the ups and downs of being a coach and coaching strategies[...]
Episode 102: Classroom Management In The Digital Age With Heather Dowd And Patrick Green
Our last conversation of November with the authors of Classroom Management in the Digital Age our free give away this month. Remember you can enter to win[...]
Episode 101: When PBL Is Just What You Do With Guest Kenzie Munn
A great conversation with 6th Grade ELA teacher Kenzie Munn who teaches at a school that focuses on Project-Based Learning. She uses a host of different apps[...]
Episode 100: Finding Your Sparks With Guest Tisha Richmond
What a fantastic conversation for our 100th episode of Shifting Our Schools. Chris Butler and I catch up with Tisha Richmond and talk about supporting[...]
Episode 99: Giving Students Space To FAIL ( First Attempt In Learning) With Guest Adam Pollock
This week Chris Butler and I chat with Adam Polluck an IB International Teacher working in Hangzhou, China at a school that focuses on a Project-Based Learning[...]
Episode 98: A Census: Media Use By Tweens And Teens
This week Chris Butler and I chat and have a first look at the newly released Common Sense Media Census: Media Use by Tweens and Teens.
Episode 97: Whack-A-Mole Is Not A Classroom Management Strategy That Works
A reflection on trainings I have been giving recently and the use of student monitoring software in a 1:1 classroom. Let's use the software to start conversations, not as a[...]
Episode 96: Grade 3 – The Step-Child To The Future with Ashley Sawyer
This week while working at the International School of Luxembourg (ISL) I sit down with my good[...]
Episode 95: How Do I Know If Students Are Engaged In The Learning Process?
Thanks to Katy McKee a technology coach in the Royal School District for sending this article to me that has me thinking and reflecting on the idea of engagement. Worth[...]
Episode 94: Learning happens in the process of creating not the product created
How do you assess learning when it happens in the process of creating not the product? All too often we assess the product but that is not where the learning[...]
Episode 93: Top 5 Chrome Extensions for Students in a 1:1 Classroom
Here you go! My top Chrome Extensions for Students to start the new school year. My goal is for you to hear my 5 and then share your favorite chrome[...]
Episode 91: Becoming Relevant Again: Applying Connectivism Learning Theory to Today’s Classroom.
To kick off August and a month of 1:1 Summer of Fun we start with my reading of the peer-reviewed article I wrote along with Doreen Keller that was published[...]
Episode 92: Bringing the Connectivism Learning Theory into the 1:1 Classroom
As we continue on our August theme of 1:1 Summer of Fun I break down two of the major mind-shifts I believe need to happen before we worry about the[...]
Episode 90: Teach like Coach or Coach like a Teacher an interview with HS Social Studies Teacher Steve Murphy
A fantastic way to end our conversation with Enumclaw Educators taking to Steve Murphy a High School Social Studies Teacher who's real passion right now is connecting his students to[...]
Episode 89: Using Science to Explain the World with guest Rebekah Cheney
This week a conversation with Rebekah Cheney a secondary science teacher who using the real world as her platform to teaching science.
Links:
Episode 88: Behind By Week Two with guest Tom Riddell
A great conversation with Tom Riddell a Middle School History Teacher who focuses on bringing current events into his classroom to help students make connections in history.
Episode 87: A Year of Coaching Reflection
This week I have a conversation with Jen and Bob the two tech coaches at Enumclaw School District as they reflect on this year working with educators, the PD trainings[...]
Episode 86: I’m Not Standard
A great conversation with Allison a High School Science teacher who talks about her classroom, what's important to her as a teacher and some fun projects she did with her[...]
Episode 85: Music and Technology in Harmony
This week I have a conversation with Nicole a Middle School and High School Music teacher who talks about using technology in the music classroom.
Links:
Nicoles Blog: https://nicolelaborte.wordpress.com/
Episode 84: 3D Animation in the Art Classroom
This week a great conversation with Dan, a Middle School Art Teacher, who teaches 3D Animation using the open-source program Blender with his 6-8 grade art students.
Links:
Episode 83: The Science Learning Tracker
What a fantastic show talking science with Bobby and Julie from the Enumclaw School District. Two Middle School teachers who are using something called a "Learning Tracker" that they have[...]
Episode 83: The Science Learning Tracker
What a fantastic show talking science with Bobby and Julie from the Enumclaw School District. Two Middle School teachers who are using something called a "Learning Tracker" that they have[...]
Episode 82: JB and the 3Rs of Teaching
This week I have a great conversation with JB Blair a Middle School English teacher who talks about his philosophy and creating learning experiences that adhere to the 3Rs. Rigor,[...]
Episode 82: JB and the 3Rs of Teaching
This week I have a great conversation with JB Blair a Middle School English teacher who talks about his philosophy and creating learning experiences that adhere to the 3Rs. Rigor,[...]
Episode 81: A Conversation with Gunner Argo
This week I get to kick off my exit conversations with Enumclaw Educators with a conversation with Gunner Argo. Gunner is a High School English Teacher at Enumclaw HS how[...]
Episode 81: A Conversation with Gunner Argo
This week I get to kick off my exit conversations with Enumclaw Educators with a conversation with Gunner Argo. Gunner is a High School English Teacher at Enumclaw HS how[...]
Episode 80: The Questions I Get Asked
This week I go over some questions I was recently asked by a school district as they get ready to launch there 1:1 program next year. I hear very similar[...]
Episode 80: The Questions I Get Asked
This week I go over some questions I was recently asked by a school district as they get ready to launch there 1:1 program next year. I hear very similar[...]
Episode 79: Moses Lake and the YouTube Tech Coach Challenge
This week what a pleasure to sit down with Monica and Stefan from Moses Lake to talk about the trainings we've been doing together all year, what we're seeing and[...]
Episode 79: Moses Lake and the YouTube Tech Coach Challenge
This week what a pleasure to sit down with Monica and Stefan from Moses Lake to talk about the trainings we've been doing together all year, what we're seeing and[...]
Episode 78: Avenues: The World School
This week it was a great honor to sit down with Andy Torris a mentor and friend through the years who was always willing to allow me to take risks[...]
Episode 78: Avenues: The World School
This week it was a great honor to sit down with Andy Torris a mentor and friend through the years who was always willing to allow me to take risks[...]
Episode 77: Teaching the Modern Day Calendar
Just a quick episode this week challenging educators to teach the specific skill of calendaring in a digital world. Today's calendars are so powerful yet as I talk to students[...]
Episode 77: Teaching the Modern Day Calendar
Just a quick episode this week challenging educators to teach the specific skill of calendaring in a digital world. Today's calendars are so powerful yet as I talk to students[...]
Episode 76: The Kindest School
Episode 76: The Kindest School
Episode 75: Counting Notifications
Episode 75: Counting Notifications
Episode 74: The Global Knowledge Summit
Episode 74: The Global Knowledge Summit
Episode 73: The Future Belongs To YouTube and Spreadsheets
Such a great time chatting with Patrick Green. I get the privilege to chat with him often. Today I hit the record button so you could hear our[...]
Episode 73: The Future Belongs To YouTube and Spreadsheets
Such a great time chatting with Patrick Green. I get the privilege to chat with him often. Today I hit the record button so you could hear our[...]
Episode 72: The 4 Shift Protocol
I meet up with Scott McLeod in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia of all places and we talk about his new book: Harnessing Technology for Deeper Learning, the 4 Shift[...]
Episode 72: The 4 Shift Protocol
I meet up with Scott McLeod in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia of all places and we talk about his new book: Harnessing Technology for Deeper Learning, the 4 Shift[...]
Episode 71: Mrs. Udd’s Kinders
This week I sit down with Jessica Udd a Kindergarten teacher in the Auburn School District in Washington. Jessica teaches in a 1:1 classroom and takes us through how[...]
Episode 70: Managing the Change
This week I have a conversation with Danny Baur. An Author, Consultant, and Online Community Manager. His focus on school leadership lets us talk about managing change around[...]
Episode 69: From BKK to Eduro
This week Chrissy, Kim and I take time out to reflect on how three teachers who happen to teach at the same time at an International School in[...]
Episode 68: The Changing Univeristy
This week Lissa and I chat with John Nash, Associate Professor and Department Chair for the Department of Educational Leadership Studies at the University of Kentucky. We spend[...]
Episode 67: A Highly Structured, Loosely Organized Science Lesson
This week I walk through a science lesson I did to start a unit on states of matter with 7th graders at a school I was working at[...]
Episode 66: COETAIL + UK = A Hot Ball of Mess
Episode 65: 5 Must have iPad apps for Lower and Upper Elementary
This week I catch up with Tanya LeClair in China to talk about her must have iPad apps for the elementary classroom.
Lower Elementary (PreK-3)[...]
Episode 65: 5 Must have iPad apps for Lower and Upper Elementary
This week I catch up with Tanya LeClair in China to talk about her must have iPad apps for the elementary classroom.
Lower Elementary (PreK-3)[...]
Episode 64: My 2018 Keynote
As our 1:1 Summer of Fun comes to an end I share with you some of the other resources that we released this summer that you might not[...]
Episode 64: My 2018 Keynote
As our 1:1 Summer of Fun comes to an end I share with you some of the other resources that we released this summer that you might not[...]
Episode 63: Kids These Days
As our 1:1 Summer of Fun marches on I take time to explain a bit more of why we created the micro-credentials at Eduro Learning and who they were created for[...]
Episode 63: Kids These Days
As our 1:1 Summer of Fun marches on I take time to explain a bit more of why we created the micro-credentials at Eduro Learning and who they were created for[...]
Episode 62: Educating the 1:1 Pre-Service Teacher
This week I record a podcast while teaching a one-credit technology in an education course at Whitworth University. To talk about and help demonstrate the power of connections[...]
Episode 62: Educating the 1:1 Pre-Service Teacher
This week I record a podcast while teaching a one-credit technology in an education course at Whitworth University. To talk about and help demonstrate the power of connections[...]
Episode 61: LMS Tips and Tricks for Starting the New Year off right!
This week I chat with Steve Murphy a good friend and 1:1 classroom teacher of four years. Steve and I chat about tips and tricks for setting up[...]
Episode 61: LMS Tips and Tricks for Starting the New Year off right!
This week I chat with Steve Murphy a good friend and 1:1 classroom teacher of four years. Steve and I chat about tips and tricks for setting up[...]
Episode 60: 5 Must Have Apps for the 1:1 Classroom
This week I share my 5 must have apps for teachers and students in the 1:1 classroom. This is my list what's yours? Share your "Must Haves" on[...]
Episode 60: 5 Must Have Apps for the 1:1 Classroom
This week I share my 5 must have apps for teachers and students in the 1:1 classroom. This is my list what's yours? Share your "Must Haves" on[...]
Episode 59: High Structured, Loosely Organized Classroom Strategies
A great conversation with Micheal a Tech TOSA in the Auburn School District as we talk about the pedagogy that changes in a 1 to[...]
Episode 59: High Structured, Loosely Organized Classroom Strategies
A great conversation with Micheal a Tech TOSA in the Auburn School District as we talk about the pedagogy that changes in a 1 to[...]
Episode 58: Managing Distractions in the 1 to 1 Classroom
Episode 58: Managing Distractions in the 1 to 1 Classroom
Bounce Episode: Flipgrid Past, Present, Future
A bounce episode for all you Shifting Our Schools subscriber out there. I get a chance to chat with Joey Taralson, VP of Engagement at Flipgrid.com. At the[...]
Bounce Episode: Flipgrid Past, Present, Future
A bounce episode for all you Shifting Our Schools subscriber out there. I get a chance to chat with Joey Taralson, VP of Engagement at Flipgrid.com. At the[...]
Episode 57: Rethinking PD for Teachers
Episode 57: Rethinking PD for Teachers
Episode 56: Gamification of Learning
Episode 56: Gamification of Learning
Episode 55: Cell Phone Use in the Classroom
This week I sit down and chat about dealing with cell phones in the classroom. It might just be the hottest topic in education at the moment. I[...]
Episode 55: Cell Phone Use in the Classroom
This week I sit down and chat about dealing with cell phones in the classroom. It might just be the hottest topic in education at the moment. I[...]
Episode 54: Being a Middle Schooler in a 1:1 Program
Episode 54: Being a Middle Schooler in a 1:1 Program
Bounce Episode: Reflection on Apple WWDC18 Keynote
Episode 53: The Teenage Brain and Its Future
Episode 52: When Parents Push Back On A 1:1 Program
Episode 51: A COETAIL Reflection from Ghana
This week I have a chat with Ryan Harwood, an international educator who is living in Ghana at the moment. Ryan is also a COETAIL graduate and just[...]
Episode 50: PBL in the High School English Classroom
Bounce Episode: Reflection on the Google I/O 2018 Keynote
Episode 49: Rolling Out In Nampa
Edulastic:
Episode 48: The Future Is Now
Episode 47: Are We Killing Wonderment?
Episode 46: Teaching A Media First Generation
Episode 45: Just Get Started
Episode 44: Do Stuff With A Purpose
Episode 43: It’s All About The Badges
Episode 43: It’s All About The Badges
Episode 42: Highly Structured, Loosely Organized
Episode 42: Highly Structured, Loosely Organized
Episode 41: Project Based Awesomeness
Episode 40: 7 Ways to be a Lifelong Learner
Episode 39: The Laptop Learning Curve
Listen in at Kim Cofino leads a discussion about the learning curve students face today when they have laptops in schools and mobile devices in their lives. A[...]
Episode 39: The Laptop Learning Curve
Listen in at Kim Cofino leads a discussion about the learning curve students face today when they have laptops in schools and mobile devices in their lives. A[...]
Episode 38: So Your Students Want to be YouTubers
- User Percentage by Age
- 18-24 - 11%
- 25-34 - 23%
- 35-44 - 26% [...]
Episode 38: So Your Students Want to be YouTubers
- User Percentage by Age
- 18-24 - 11%
- 25-34 - 23%
- 35-44 - 26% [...]
Episode 37: Education is a Journey
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Episode 37: Education is a Journey
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Episode 36: Social Media Today and Music What?
Episode 35: Musical.ly and Social Media and Kids
Episode 35: Musical.ly and Social Media and Kids
Episode 34: A Global View of Social Media
Episode 34: A Global View of Social Media
Episode 33: Administrative Walk-Throughs in a Tech-Rich Classroom
Episode 33: Administrative Walk-Throughs in a Tech-Rich Classroom
Episode 32: 3 Tips for your 1:1 Program
Episode 32: 3 Tips for your 1:1 Program
Episode 31: I’m Back!!!
Episode 31: I’m Back!!!
Episode 29
Episode 29
Episode 30
Essential Question How to recruit to be an international educator? Links of the Week Jeff: Innovative Educator, David: Panda Smith's Electronic Portfolio
Episode 30
Essential Question How to recruit to be an international educator? Links of the Week Jeff: Innovative Educator, David: Panda Smith's Electronic Portfolio
Episode 28
Jeff and David catch up and plan the season. Essential Question From Morocco to Bangkok: How goes it? Links of the Week David: Check out the beauty of
Episode 28
Jeff and David catch up and plan the season. Essential Question From Morocco to Bangkok: How goes it? Links of the Week David: Check out the beauty of
Episode 27
Introductions Cheryl Capozzoli, Rob Newberry and John Mikton joined David and Jeff for tonight’s podcast. Essential Question How can we help teachers take more risks in their teaching and learning?
Episode 26
Introductions Chris Blessing from the Mont'Kiari School in Malaysia joined David and Jeff for tonight’s podcast. Essential Question How to do a school tech makeover on the cheap? Blog Posts[...]
Episode 25
Introductions Andy Torris from Shanghai American School joined David and Jeff for tonight’s podcast. Essential Question How to measure how shifted your school is? Blog Posts of[...]
Episode 24
Introductions Mark Hofer of the College of William & Mary and Michael Kelly of The Harriet Tubman Free School joined David and Jeff for tonight’s podcast. Essential Question How are[...]
Episode 24
Introductions Mark Hofer of the College of William & Mary and Michael Kelly of The Harriet Tubman Free School joined David and Jeff for tonight’s podcast. Essential Question How are[...]
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