TeacherGoal #45: How to Use Animation to Teach Social-Emotional Learning with Tricia Fuglestad

06/20/23 • 34 min

Join host Erica Terry in an enlightening conversation with Tricia Fuglestad, a nationally board-certified teacher with over 30 years of elementary art teaching experience. In this episode, Tricia shares her journey of integrating technology and animation into art education to enhance social-emotional learning.

Tricia's innovative approach began with student-created art-related movies, known as "vehicle flicks," which became a huge hit. From using projectors to incorporating iPads and augmented reality, Tricia's teaching methods evolved to seamlessly integrate technology into art lessons.

Throughout the episode, Tricia provides invaluable tips and strategies for teachers dealing with students who struggle with managing their emotions. She emphasizes the importance of social-emotional learning in the classroom and shares practical techniques to engage students, such as reading, calming exercises, and transitioning from recess to learning.

Whether you're an art teacher looking to incorporate technology or an educator interested in promoting social-emotional learning, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration. Tune in to discover how animation and technology can empower students to explore their emotions, express themselves artistically, and develop essential life skills.
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TeacherGoal #44: How to Differentiate Instruction for Gifted Learners with Stephanie Higgs

Join us in this enlightening episode as we explore the fascinating world of gifted education. During this episode, Stephanie Higgs dives into the identification process and uncovers the unique characteristics that gifted students possess. She discusses the importance of casting a wider net when identifying gifted learners and offers practical tips for educators to tailor instruction to meet the diverse needs of gifted learners. Discover how to move away from a one-size-fits-all approach and create meaningful learning experiences that challenge and engage these exceptional students.

Whether you're an educator, parent, or simply intrigued by the world of gifted education, this episode will equip you with valuable strategies and insights to unlock the full potential of gifted learners and create an inclusive learning environment for all. Tune in now and embark on a transformative journey in education!

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TeacherGoal #46: How to Use ChatGPT to Plan for Design Thinking in Education with Sabba Quidwai

In this episode of the TeacherGoals Podcast, Erica Terry engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Sabba Quidwai, an expert in education technology and design thinking. Together, they explore the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and design thinking in the context of education, shedding light on innovative approaches to teaching and learning.
Sabba Quidwai introduces the concept of design thinking as both a method and a mindset, providing step-by-step guidelines for approaching unfamiliar challenges and fostering creative confidence.
Throughout the episode, she emphasizes the role of empathy in design thinking and illustrates this concept with a captivating example of how design thinking can transform the way students engage with a book, fostering creativity, problem-solving, and communication skills.
The conversation dives into the integration of chat-based AI like ChatGPT, in design thinking. Sabba Quidwai discusses how AI tools can serve as thought partners for educators, helping them generate ideas, prompts, and solutions. She highlights the benefits of leveraging AI to free up mental space for teachers to focus on implementing engaging strategies and tailoring learning experiences to their students' interests and strengths.
Don't miss out on this eye-opening conversation that explores the dynamic synergy between AI and design thinking in education. Tune in now to join Erica Terry and Sabba Quidwai in their insightful discussion on the transformative power of AI and design thinking in education.

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