Broadcasting from the School of Education at the University of North Texas at Dallas, the Education Today Podcast is a conversation on current issues facing Texas educators.
This is a School Rules Podcast Special Episode! For this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses special topics as a guest speaker for READ 6693: Literacy, Leadership, and Policy course for Dr. JaNiece Elzy-Palmer at Texas Woman's University. In this special, we discuss Education Policy, Advocacy in Education, the Importance of Voting, and the Implications for Closing the Department of Education.
In this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses recent controversial curricula that are are impacting schools. We also discuss ways to manage students discipline as a school leader and managing difficult conversations. Lastly, we visit part two of our four part series on principal effectiveness. This week: Leadership skills
In this episode, Dr. Burkett talks about finding and supporting the unsung "grinders" in your school. We also discuss the importance of public education and how it is the cornerstone of our society. Finally, we start a 4 part series on what makes an effective principal starting with Professionalism and Ethics. #teachers #education #leadership #school #principal
In this episode, Dr. Burkett provides an update on the conversations happenings in Keller ISD regarding the district split. He also explores the concepts of ethical leadership and the differences between moral and servant leadership. #educationalleadership #leadership #ethics #moral #servants #schoolleadership #kellerisd #schoolboard
This week my guest is Shawna Lee. She is a keynote poet, Legacy Designer, educator, speaker, and author of the book "Juicy Gems: Never Doubt Yourself Again". She is also the CEO for PRISM of Transformation, LLC. We also discuss what happens when there is an absence of #leadership and what it means to be a #transformationalleader. Lastly, we breakdown the issues happening in #kellerisd and how the district reached a point where they want to divide the school district. We did a School Rules Podcast Breakdown last week on the school board meeting that was held on January 15. (https://youtu.be/5HX5mpDXoQE)Contact information: Shawna Halley, LinkedIn, Facebook, ww.prisimoftransformation.com.#SchoolRulesPodcast #education #teachers #students #highereducation
In this School Rules Podcast Breakdown, Dr. Burkett gives a quick update on the drama surrounding the Keller ISD district split proposed by the school board and the community response.
In this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses what would happen if the federal government were to close the Department of Education. He also talks about the evolving role of the school principal and acknowledges the mental health challenges of teachers.
In this School Rules Podcast Breakdown, Dr. Burkett discusses the themes and concepts found in a Constructed Response Question on the 268 Principal as Instructional Leader Certification Exam. #PAILexam #268test #principal #principalcertification #certification #texas #principalasinstructionalleader
What is Constructed Response Question #4? In this School Rules Podcast Breakdown, Dr. Burkett breaks down the concepts required to master CRQ2 on the 268 Principal as Instructional Leader (PAIL) exam. This test is required for principal certification in the state of Texas.
What is Constructed Response Question #3? In this School Rules Podcast Breakdown, Dr. Burkett breaks down the concepts required to master CRQ2 on the 268 Principal as Instructional Leader (PAIL) exam. This test is required for principal certification in the state of Texas.
What is Constructed Response Question 1? In this School Rules Podcast Breakdown, Dr. Burkett breaks down the concepts required to master CRQ1 on the 268 Principal as Instructional Leader (PAIL) exam. This test is required for principal certification in the state of Texas.
What is Constructed Response Question #2? In this School Rules Podcast Breakdown, Dr. Burkett breaks down the concepts required to master CRQ2 on the 268 Principal as Instructional Leader (PAIL) exam. This test is required for principal certification in the state of Texas.
In this episode of the School Rules Podcast, Dr. Burkett interviews Christina Hidek with PTO Answers and discusses the concept of Systems Thinking in schools.
Each week leading up to the 2024 Presidential Election, the School Rules Podcast will breakdown where Donald Trump and Kamala Harris stand on major education issues. This week, we focus on School Safety. Also available on Spotify, TikTok, and wherever you listen to podcasts.
Each week leading up to the 2024 Presidential Election, the School Rules Podcast will breakdown where Donald Trump and Kamala Harris stand on five major education issues. This week, we focus on School Safety.
Each week leading up to the 2024 Presidential Election, the School Rules Podcast will breakdown where Donald Trump and Kamala Harris stand on five major education issues. This week, we focus on School Choice and Charter Schools.
In this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses concepts of the AVID program, why there needs to be appropriate policy in higher education, and eight essential tips and tricks necessary for interviewing for your next job.
In this episode, Dr. Burkett breaks down academic affairs and why there are college classes on Taylor Swift. He also discusses concepts inside of Special Education. This episode also includes a promo for a future feature on where each presidential candidate stands on major education issues. Lastly, we will cover the latest education headlines.
In this first episode of the School Rules Podcast, Dr. Burkett discusses a brief history of public education in the state of Texas and a brief history and commentary on the history of higher education.
In this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses emotional intelligence in leadership roles and the aspects needed to grow the next generation of leaders.
In this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses Gender Leadership, How to have crucial or difficult conversations, and the latest education headlines for the week of June 10, 2024.
In this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses the concepts of Ethical Leadership and shares how school leaders can work to develop growth in their teachers.
In this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses the traits of a Transformational Leader, the impact of standardized testing on children, the latest education headlines, and shares an important wellness activity on taking breaks.
In this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses the important concept of Positionality in conducting research. We also honor the 25th anniversary of the Columbine shooting, discuss Systems Thinking in school management, talk about the latest headlines in education.
In this podcast, Dr. Burkett discusses standardized testing, how education has gotten complicated, servant leadership, and dealing with human capital on your campus.
In this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses the CROWN Act and how it impacted a young man in Texas. We also discuss Student Right and if they have any in schools.
In this episode, Dr. Burkett gives his perspective on free speech policies on college campuses. We also discuss the traits of an Authentic Leader.
In this episode, we discuss issues that are impacting K12 and Higher education and questions to consider as we work through new policies. We also discuss what is transformational leadership.
Weekly update and lecture for ELDR 5323. March 19, 2024
Weekly update and lecture for ELDR 6433.
In this episode of the Project: School Leadership Podcast, Dr. Burkett talks about strategies for managing conflict and how to navigate through difficult conversations. He also introduces a new Op-Ed segment providing commentary on the latest incidence of gun violence in America involving children.
In this weekly podcast, Dr. Burkett discusses college access and the expectations for the remainder of the course.
In this weekly update from February 6, 2024, Dr. Burkett discusses course surveys, wellness activities, the reason we are working on proposal writing, and covers this week's lecture on Equality and Equal Access.
In this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses the importance of practicing shared leadership. Concepts covered include empowerment. hiring practices, and collaboration.
In this podcast lecture, we explore the basic concepts of values and ethics and how these are applied in a school leadership context. In education, according to the National Education Association Code of Ethics, the educator, believing in the worth and dignity of each human being, recognizes the supreme importance of the pursuit of truth, devotion to excellence, and the nurture of the democratic principles.
For Spring 2024 ELDR 6603 students. This is a briefcourse introduction.
In this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses the stresses of being a building principal and shares techniques principals can do to relieve their stress and anxiety.
In this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses ways that busy principals can build relationships and connect with their school community.
In this episode of the Project: School Leadership podcast, Dr. Burkett discusses some themes and ideas for how to build a vision for your school campus. We also discuss how to develop and maintain trust with your faculty.
In this podcast lecture, Dr. Burkett talks about when to apply legal student restraint, the process for the manifest ARD meeting, and when to apply discipline for special education students.
In this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses the theories of leadership and how they are applied to the role of the principal. We also discuss the domains and traits for being an Effective Principal.
In this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses the impact of Texas House Bill 3 on schools. We discuss the funding, ramifications of the bills on school districts, and how we even got to this point.
In this episode of Project: School Leadership, Dr. Burkett talks about how school leaders, especially those who are early in their careers, should think about their leadership strengths and work to maximize those strengths for their school.
In this episode, Dr. Burkett provides an overview of the AVID program, how it is used in schools, and concepts school leaders need to know when leading AVID programs in their schools.
In this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses his experiences in higher education administration and some sound advice for people who want to enter this field of work.
In this episode, Dr. Burkett discusses standards, policy, and procedures and how these relate to governing an organization.
In this episode, Dr. Burkett gives an introduction to how politics influences education on the K12 and higher education levels. This is part one of a two part series.
In this podcast lecture, Dr. Burkett discusses his philosophy on using data to drive instruction. He also makes suggestions for leaders on how to use data, when to collect data, and how often.
In this Podcast Lecture, Dr. Burkett breaks down the differences between being a mentor and a coach from his perspective.
In this podcast lecture, Dr. Burkett discusses 6 ways you can develop your teachers on your campus. Highlights include: 1. Helping teachers learn new skills and dispositions to learn new ways of thinking so they can accomplish their work 2. Finding and encouraging existing teacher leaders 3. Teacher morale – Believe in your teachers, tell them you believe in them, trust in their knowledge of students, curriculum, content, and instruction. 4. Setting expectations and inspecting what you expect. 5. Professional Learning Communities – you are doing them wrong! --Discussions about instruction, not just data --Study groups to improve a skill --Experimentation --Peer observation and support 6. Make the talk of instruction be part of your school culture
In this episode of The Thing About That is...Dr. Burkett tackles some of the proposed solutions to school shootings in America. He also discusses teacher contract ideas that superintendents and human resources directors should explore to address teacher shortages.
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