Parent Teacher Conference: The Podcast

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If we could just read each others' minds... but we can't. Parent Teacher Conference brings together teachers, administrators, and families for honest discourse about the most debated topics in education. In each episode, Nikki Buyna will chat with an expert, educator, or parent in hopes of bringing…

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  • Sep 7, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
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  • 22m AVG DURATION
  • 11 EPISODES


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Latest episodes from Parent Teacher Conference: The Podcast

Parenting in the Digital Age

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2020 20:12


In this episode, Nikki shares best practices for parenting in the digital age. Support the show (https://www.facebook.com/parentteacherconferencepodcast)

Leading in the Time of Covid

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 8:56


In this episode, Nikki shares ten tips for leading teams during a time of crisis. Support the show (https://www.facebook.com/parentteacherconferencepodcast)

Harry Potter and the Forbidden Device: Embracing Tech In Our Learning Spaces

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2020 11:01


In this episode, Nikki explores the magic of devices in the classroom and the need (now more than ever) to embrace technology in all of our learning spaces. Follow Parent Teacher Conference on Facebook at @parentteacherconferencepodcast.Read Nikki's original blog post: https://educationalcheerleader.wordpress.com/Support the show (https://www.facebook.com/parentteacherconferencepodcast)

Project-Based Learning: Lessons with Impact

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2020 15:10


In this episode, Nikki Buyna discusses the positive impact of Project-Based Learning and how it can engage each student's curiosity. She shares tips for educators and parents when venturing into this new world of student-driven learning.Jennifer Gonzalez's Cult of Pedagogy Page: https://www.cultofpedagogy.com/project-based-learning/Guide for Teachers: https://www.facultyfocus.com/articles/course-design-ideas/problem-based-learning-six-steps-to-design-implement-and-assess/Project-Based Learning Website: https://my.pblworks.org/Support the show (https://www.facebook.com/parentteacherconferencepodcast)

The Gifted Child: Getting the Facts Straight

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2019 46:48


In this episode, Nikki Buyna discusses the gifted child with special guest and gifted guru Bryan Demeritte. Whether it’s on a school campus or at home, it’s time to get the facts straight and provide better support for gifted children. http://www.nagc.org/http://www.demeritteschool.comhttps://www.facebook.com/parentteacherconferencepodcastSupport the show (https://www.facebook.com/parentteacherconferencepodcast)

Homework: But Why?

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2019 14:00


In this episode, Nikki Buyna discusses the three-ring homework circus. Does it truly benefit students to spend time reviewing at home after school? Let's put away the worksheets and bring on the curiosity. Mindful homework in moderation can promote learning! For more information on topics discussed, please see:"I Raised 2 Successful CEOs and a Doctor" article.Nikki’s Professional Development website for educators Duke Study: "Homework Helps Students Succeed in School As Long, As There Isn't Too Much"Support the show (https://www.facebook.com/parentteacherconferencepodcast)

Measurement: It Shouldn't Be A Mystery

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2019 40:50


Nikki Buyna speaks with teacher-leader and measurement guru Jennifer Howard about how fair assessment and measurement shouldn't be a mystery for parents and students. From teachers writing rubrics to parents inquiring about an evaluation, Nikki and Jen share the importance of making learning more visible.For more information on topics discussed, please see:Rick Wormeli "Fair Isn't Always Equal"Grant Wiggin's talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4isSHf3SBuQJen Howard's website www.jjhowardbooks.comNikki’s Professional Development website for educators: www.educationalcheerleader.comSupport the show (https://www.facebook.com/parentteacherconferencepodcast)

I'm Bored: The Curse of Too Much To Do

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2019 9:00


In this mini-episode, Nikki Buyna discusses the importance of boredom and why it is necessary for children to experience unscheduled time. It's time to ban the sentence: "I'm bored" from our homes and classrooms and get creative.For more information or feedback, contact Nikki at parentteacherconferencepodcast@gmail.com “Let Your Children Get Bored Again” -Pamela Paul https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/02/opinion/sunday/children-bored.html?register=google“Let Kids Be Bored (Occasionally)"- Michael Unger, PhDhttps://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/nurturing-resilience/201206/let-kids-be-bored-occasionallySupport the show (https://www.facebook.com/parentteacherconferencepodcast)

Stopping the Summer Slide: A Top 5 To-Do List for Students

Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2019 8:37


Nikki Buyna discusses her Top 5 Summer to-do list items for students.In this mini-episode, Nikki shares five important ways to prevent summer slide and to get kids engaged and learning during summer break. For more information or feedback, contact Nikki at parentteacherconferencepodcast@gmail.com. “Let Your Children Get Bored Again” -Pamela Paul https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/02/opinion/sunday/children-bored.html?register=google“Summer Learning Loss: What We Know and What We’re Learning“--Megan Kuhfeld https://www.nwea.org/blog/2018/summer-learning-loss-what-we-know-what-were-learning/Support the show (https://www.facebook.com/parentteacherconferencepodcast)

Living Authentically: To Thine Own Self Be True

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2019 44:35


Nikki Buyna speaks with early childhood development experts Karen Duncan and Melissa Youngblood about how we can teach our children and students to live authentically. From free play and unstructured learning to the dangers of labels, Nikki, Karen, and Melissa question the importance of being true to ourselves while exploring the need to let go so that our children will soar.For more information on topics discussed, please visit these links:Karen Duncan’s website Homegrown Happiness: www.homegrown-happiness.com Pamela Paul’s “Let Children Be Bored Again” opinion piece from the New York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/02/opinion/sunday/children-bored.htmlPeter Gray’s TED Talk “The Decline of Play” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bg-GEzM7iTkNikki’s Professional Development website for educators: www.educationalcheerleader.comSupport the show (https://www.facebook.com/parentteacherconferencepodcast)

Perfectionism: Failure Isn't an Option, It's a Necessity.

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2019 27:57


Welcome to Parent Teacher Conference: The Podcast! In this first episode, Nikki speaks with social worker Danielle Glover about healthy and unhealthy perfectionism. When does a desire to excel become detrimental to a child's mental health? From the impact of media to parental pressure on students to achieve academically, Nikki and Danielle explore the good, the bad, and the ugly side of striving for the unattainable.Support the show (https://www.facebook.com/parentteacherconferencepodcast)

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