Setting Goals for the New School Year - PPD131

09/06/23 • 38 min

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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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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?

AJ - Everybody Pulls the Tarp

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

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Prepping for the New School Year - PPD130

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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The Future of Teacher PD - PPD132

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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