Nick aims to provide value to you and your classroom with his creative and imaginative approach to learning. If you are looking to add creative, engaging methods to your lessons or add more efficiencies with your time in the classroom podcast is for you.
In this episode of the Ready, Set, Growth podcast, Nick welcomes Ainissa Ramirez, a passionate advocate for making science engaging for learners of all ages. With a rich background as a former engineering professor at Yale and a PhD in material science from Stanford, Ainissa shares her insights on the power of storytelling in education. She discusses her influential works, including her TED book "Save Our Science," which focuses on enhancing science education, and "The Alchemy of Us," which explores the intersection of science and everyday life. Ainissa emphasizes the importance of incorporating narrative into subjects like math and science to captivate students and enhance their learning experience. Join us for an inspiring conversation that reimagines how we can connect with our students through the art of storytelling.
In this episode of the Ready, Set, Growth podcast, Nick welcomes Sherill Knezel, an experienced educator and graphic recorder, to discuss the transformative power of sketchnoting and graphic note-taking in the classroom. Sherill shares her journey through 32 years of teaching public school art, highlighting the differences between elementary, middle, and high school education. She emphasizes the importance of equipping teachers with the skills to incorporate visual learning strategies, which can significantly enhance student engagement and understanding. Listeners will gain insights into how to visually communicate ideas and the benefits of encouraging students to express their thoughts graphically. Tune in to discover practical tips and inspiration for integrating sketch noting into your teaching practice! Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - X https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wB1DH1Q_d94&t=196s https://www.meaningfulmarks.net/about - Website https://www.instagram.com/sherrill_knezel/?hl=en - Instagram [00:02:58] Beautiful Oops in teaching. [00:06:44] Sketchnoting as a learning tool. [00:09:05] Drawing in the classroom. [00:12:28] The power of drawing in learning. [00:19:08] Sketchnoting in education. [00:22:29] Kids as inspiration for sketchnotes. [00:25:02] Knowledge sharing among teachers.
In this episode, we dive into the innovative AI tool, Notebook LM, which is transforming how students engage with complex reading materials. The host shares insights from a recent conversation sparked by a colleague's wife's experiences using Notebook LM in her high school English language arts class. This tool helps students better retain information by converting PDF articles into co-hosted podcasts, allowing for a multimodal learning experience. The episode emphasizes the importance of diverse learning methods—reading, listening, and watching—to enhance comprehension and retention. Tune in to hear a demonstration of Notebook LM in action and explore how it can be a game changer in educational settings.
Welcome to the 100th episode of the Ready, Set, Growth podcast! It's a momentous occasion, not just because we've hit a triple-digit milestone, but also because we're celebrating with a unique and insightful conversation. In today's episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing two very special guests: my student Ben, and his father, Jeff. They were the lucky winners of a silent auction that supported our grade nine group, and their presence on the show offered a fresh perspective on education from both a student and a parent's viewpoint.
In this episode of Ready, Set, Growth, host Nick Moskaluk explores the integration of AI technologies into project-based learning with guest Alicia Pellets. Alicia shares her journey into discovering Chat GPT and its potential impact on education, highlighting her experience post-pregnancy and how AI sparked her interest. Tune in to learn how AI can enhance teaching practices and student engagement in the classroom. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - X/Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://twitter.com/acpeletz - X/Twitter [00:01:13] Chat GPT and AI technologies. [00:07:07] Embracing AI in education. [00:11:07] Crafting prompts for AI. [00:16:23] Authentic learning experiences. [00:20:35] ChatGPT and historical curiosity. [00:25:39] Utilizing chat GPT for projects. [00:28:09] Project-based learning challenges.
Episode Summary: In this bonus episode of the Learner-Centered Spaces podcast, host Starr Sackstein and Crystal Frommert interview Nick. They discuss the importance of building relationships in a learner-centered space and how to create a more student-focused assessment approach. Nick also shares his recommendations for educators looking to incorporate more learner-centered practices in their classrooms. Building strong relationships with students and their families is essential in creating a learner-centered space. Getting to know students on a personal level, understanding their interests and motivations, and involving families in the learning process can greatly enhance the classroom environment. Moving away from traditional grading practices and focusing more on formative assessment and feedback can lead to more meaningful and effective learning experiences. Using a scale of 1 to 4, emphasizing growth and progress, and providing opportunities for self-reflection can help students take ownership of their learning. Embracing a mindset of curiosity and finding math in everyday situations can make math more engaging and enjoyable for students. Encouraging students to ask questions, explore real-world problems, and see math as a tool for understanding the world around them can foster a love for the subject.
In this episode of the Ready, Set, Growth podcast, Nick welcomes Dr. Sunaina Sharma, an experienced in-school program leader and secondary teacher. Dr. Sharma's doctoral research focused on leveraging digital technology in the classroom to enhance student engagement. Together, they discuss the importance of technology and engagement in education. They also explore memorable instances where students have used technology in remarkable ways. Tune in to gain insights on how to effectively incorporate technology in the classroom and inspire student engagement. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - X/Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://twitter.com/drsunainasharma?lang=en - X/Twitter https://www.edutopia.org/article/using-technology-support-student-engagement - Article [00:02:53] Student's video game project. [00:05:12] Students exploring their strengths. [00:07:08] Student engagement and indicators. [00:09:44] Repositioning technology for engagement. [00:15:09] What does collaboration mean? [00:19:40] Overlooked technologies that need a second look. [00:22:09] Engaging students with technology. [00:26:56] Voice notes for feedback.
In this episode of the Ready, Set, Growth podcast, Nick interviews Katie Nieves Licwinko, an expert in educational technology and AI. They discuss the benefits of using artificial intelligence in the classroom and how it can make learning easier for both teachers and students. Katie shares her experience of using AI to quickly generate information about various topics, highlighting its ability to provide instant access to knowledge. Tune in to learn more about the potential of AI in education. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - X/Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://www.instagram.com/ms_katienieves/?hl=en - Instagram https://twitter.com/Ms_KatieNieves - X/Twitter http://katienieves.com/ - Website https://podcasts.apple.com/gh/podcast/assembling-inclusion/id1637270157 - Podcast [00:03:33] Creating a family math night. [00:04:08] Anxiety in the classroom. [00:08:53] Including students in the conversation. [00:11:56] AI technologies for individualized feedback. [00:15:38] Authentic Learning Experiences. [00:19:48] Increased efficiency with AI tools. [00:24:33] Making connections with student interests. [00:28:12] AI for accessibility program. [00:29:27] Finding Katie on social media.
In this episode of the Ready, Set, Growth podcast, Nick discusses the importance of using students' prior knowledge to improve math skills with guest Shannon Garrison, an award-winning teacher. They explore creative ways teachers can incorporate prior knowledge to make math fun and engaging. Tune in to discover practical strategies for building upon students' existing knowledge and enhancing their mathematical abilities. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://twitter.com/garrisonshan?lang=en - X(Twitter) https://www.edutopia.org/article/using-students-prior-knowledge-build-math-skills - Article [00:02:02] Teaching math through gardening. [00:07:24] Cats and vacation feeding. [00:09:23] Prior knowledge and remainders. [00:14:26] Real collaboration and hands-on learning. [00:17:10] Kids learning from each other. [00:23:41] Finding relevant math problems. [00:26:57] Understanding student misconceptions. [00:29:35] Sharing knowledge with teachers.
In this episode, Nick explores the power of student-generated public service announcements (PSAs) with guest Jessica Early, a professor of English at Arizona State University. They discuss how PSAs can be incorporated into any subject and share their personal memories of impactful PSAs. Tune in to learn how to engage students in speaking, writing, and critical thinking through the creation of PSAs. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://www.edutopia.org/article/digital-literacy-writing-assignment - Article [00:01:43] PSAs that stick with you. [00:04:06] Public service announcements. [00:08:09] Students' multi modal writing. [00:12:49] Why public service announcements? [00:17:13] Teaching writing reveals students' interests. [00:22:01] Incorporating digital literacy in classrooms. [00:25:42] Oral communication skills in schools. [00:29:48] Confidence building through PSAs.
In this episode of the Ready, Set, Growth podcast, Nick invites guest Cathleen Beachboard, a teacher, author, and researcher, to discuss the importance of promoting divergent thinking in the classroom. They explore the benefits of encouraging students to generate multiple solutions to problems, which fosters creativity and innovation. Kathleen shares her expertise in psychological tools that schools can use to help students and staff increase psychological hope, resilience, achievement, and happiness. This episode aims to inspire and provide valuable insights for teachers looking to improve their teaching practices and support their students' growth. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://twitter.com/CathleenBeachbd - Twitter/X [00:02:09] Creativity in education. [00:06:58] Divergent thinking techniques. [00:09:25] Reverse brainstorming and embracing failure. [00:12:08] Successful teaching strategies. [00:16:00] Mind mapping and creativity. [00:20:57] Enhancing education through creative thinking. [00:24:31] Shifting dynamics in the classroom. [00:27:11] Share with another teacher.
Unravel the captivating tale of "The Cobra Effect" and its striking parallels to the use of grades as external motivators in education. In this thought-provoking episode, we embark on a quest to avoid the cobras lurking in our classrooms and discover alternative approaches that foster genuine student engagement. Join Nick as he explores how relying solely on grades can inadvertently hinder intrinsic motivation in students, leading to unintended consequences. Delve into the world of authentic assessment, where learning transcends mere letter grades and connects to real-world contexts. Experience how project-based learning, formative assessments, and portfolios can ignite students' passion for learning, turning their curiosity into a force of nature. Empower your students with the gift of self-assessment and reflection. Witness how these practices cultivate metacognition and a growth mindset, helping students take ownership of their learning journey. Say goodbye to rote memorization and embrace the power of meaningful learning experiences. Let's break free from the "Cobra Effect" and transform our classrooms into havens of intrinsic motivation and deep engagement. Tune in now to discover the secrets of nurturing lifelong learners and building a community of curious minds.
Join us in this captivating episode as we delve into the fascinating world of math education with renowned author Joe Manfre. In this eye-opening interview, we explore the strategies and techniques for teaching students how to study math effectively. If you're an educator, parent, or student looking to enhance your math skills, this is an episode you won't want to miss!
In this conversation Nick sits down with John Sammon and Tara Koehler to discuss "Transforming Word Problems into Math Conversations: A Teaching Strategy" an article they co-wrote that highlights an effective way of teaching math word problems to students. By turning word problems into conversations, teachers can engage their students in a meaningful dialogue that helps them develop a deeper understanding of the underlying math concepts. This strategy allows students to explore mathematical ideas and make connections between them, leading to improved problem-solving skills and mathematical proficiency. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://www.edutopia.org/article/strategy-teaching-math-word-problems - Article https://twitter.com/TKtalksSTEAM - Twitter https://twitter.com/SammonSTEAM - Twitter
In this episode, we explore the power of commercial games in the classroom as effective tools for engaging and motivating students to learn. Join us as we discuss the benefits, challenges, and practical strategies for incorporating commercial games into your teaching practice. Our guest for this episode is Professor Janelle McFeetors, an expert in learning through games from the University of Alberta. Professor McFeetors shares her insights on how commercial games can be harnessed for educational purposes, regardless of the subject or grade level. She discusses how games can ignite students' curiosity, promote critical thinking skills, and create memorable learning experiences. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://www.learnmathwithgames.com/ - Website
We all know, math can be a challenging subject for students, with concepts and formulas that can seem abstract and disconnected from their everyday lives. However, Kristen Moore is on a mission to change that by bringing real-world relevance into the classroom and showing students how math can be used in meaningful ways. During our conversation, Kristen shares some of her innovative strategies for making math more relevant, from using real-life scenarios to teaching math in context with other subjects. She also shares some of the challenges she's faced along the way, and the impact her approach has had on her students. Whether you're a teacher looking for inspiration and practical tips, or a student who wants to better understand how math can be relevant to your life, this episode is not to be missed. So tune in now and join us as we explore the fascinating world of math education with Kristen Moore! Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://www.instagram.com/moorethanjustx/ - Instagram https://twitter.com/MooreThanJustX - Twitter https://moorethanjustx.com/ - Website
In this episode, Nick is joined by Crystal Frommert to talk about how you can be effective in your communication with parents and how it is essential for the success of our students. By establishing open communication channels, and being intentional, compassionate, and empathetic, teachers can build positive relationships with parents and support their child's learning and development. In her book "If Calling Home Isn't Your Calling" Crystal shares stories that have changed her and her practice when it comes to working with parents and being as impactful as she can when including parents in the conversations. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://twitter.com/mrs_frommert?lang=en - Twitter
In this episode, Nick speaks with Michele and shares her insights on what it takes to help students succeed both academically and personally. She emphasizes the importance of developing empathy, resilience, and a growth mindset in children, and shares practical tips and strategies for parents and educators. From dealing with stress and anxiety to fostering a love of learning and developing social-emotional skills, Michele's advice is grounded in research and real-world experience. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or anyone interested in helping young people thrive, this episode is a must-listen. https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://twitter.com/micheleborba - Twitter https://www.instagram.com/drmicheleborba/?hl=en - Instagram https://micheleborba.com/ - Website https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfNGUxnAWEhJfcRZGmzGTsQ - YouTube
The world of ever-evolving technology can be a challenging thing to navigate and the introduction of mainstream AI tools like ChatGPT are no different. They are not going anywhere, in fact, they are only going to become more efficient, intelligent, and faster at meeting the needs of those using them. Join Nick as he talks about the pros, cons, and implications of this technology in the classroom with Tim Cavey who inspired this conversation with the video blog on his incredibly informative YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Jk-FSgpWEc&t=144s https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://twitter.com/TeachersOnFire - Twitter https://www.instagram.com/teachersonfire/ - Instagram https://www.youtube.com/@TeachersOnFire - Youtube
Number lines and the presence of visual representations are one of the most powerful ways we can help deepen our student's conceptual understanding of mathematics. Join Nick as he sits down with returning guest Kristen Acosta to break down how we can use clothesline math to strengthen how our students see numbers in the world around us. https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://kristenacosta.com/ - website https://twitter.com/kristenmacosta - Twitter https://www.instagram.com/kristenacostamath/ - Instagram
Engagement is not a unicorn it's a narwhal join Nick as he sits down with teacher author Heather Lyon to learn why engagement is so much more than having our students work and being busy doing the tasks we give them. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://twitter.com/LyonsLetters - Twitter https://www.lyonsletters.com/ - Website https://www.instagram.com/lyonsletters/ - Instagram
Join guest host Crystal Frommert as she sits down with Nick Corley a Desmos fellow and passionate math and STEMS teacher to discuss how Desmos has changed the way Nick teaches math in his classroom and why you should consider using it in yours right now. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest/host: https://www.instagram.com/mrcorleymath/ - Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crystal.frommert/ - Instagram
In this episode, Nick is joined by his math pen-pal Taylor who speaks to the importance of bringing social issues into your math class. Taylor will break down how she chooses issues to explore but most importantly how she puts her students in the driver's seat for all of this learning. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://www.instagram.com/conceptualmathematics/ - Instagram https://www.nytimes.com/2022/05/03/learning/lesson-plans/lesson-of-the-day-the-math-of-inflation.html - NYT Article
Join Nick as he sits down with Neily Boyd founder of Counting with Kids as they discuss how we can use inquiry to strengthen and deepen not only our student's conceptual understanding but ours as well. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://www.instagram.com/countingwithkids/ - Instagram https://www.countingwithkids.com/ - Website
In this bonus episode Nick joins Jessica Vance on her instagram live segment "Going Further with Inquiry" to talk about his experience when using mathematical provocations and why everyone should be using them in their class.
In this episode Nick sits down with teacher author Mariam Plotinksy to discuss how teachers can take a step back and create lessons that put student explorations at the center of learning. If you have been looking for ways to hover less and let students take more ownership of the learning Mariam provides concrete ways to help you do that. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://miriamplotinsky.com/ - Website https://twitter.com/MirPloMCPS?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor - Twitter https://www.edutopia.org/article/creating-classroom-student-not-teacher-driven - Edutopia
Letters aren't just for algebra anymore. Join Nick as he dives into how Wordle can be used with statistics and probability in your math class with his guest Crystal Frommert. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://twitter.com/mrs_frommert?lang=en - Twitter https://www.edutopia.org/profile/crystal-frommert - Edutopia
If you have been looking for a way to include more conversation and subject discussion in your class join Nick as he sits down with Jessica Vance to break down how and why you should be using provocation in your daily/weekly routines. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://www.instagram.com/jess_vanceedu/ - Instagram https://leadingwithinquiry.squarespace.com/ - Website
They say you never get a second chance at a first impression and the first day of school is no different. If you are looking to have a great first day of school for this year, join Nick as he speak with Emma Chiapetta as she explains how the key to a great first day starts with high yield problem solving tasks. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://twitter.com/emmajchiappetta - Twitter https://www.edutopia.org/article/using-problem-solving-build-community-day-1 - Edutopia.org
Join Nick as he sit down with Erik Wilderbring to discuss how we can all teach like Socrates.
If you have been looking for ideas for giving great feedback for your students, parents, and even colleagues join Nick has he speaks with his podcasting mentor Paul Mumford. Nick and Paul sit down to talk about actionable ideas for how we deliver feedback with meaning and purpose. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://twitter.com/paulmumfordesq - Twitter
Join Nick as he sits down with fellow teacher podcast Michael Ralph to discuss "Universal Design for Learning" and how we can take steps to deliver lessons in a universal approach. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://twitter.com/MichaelCRalph - Twitter
Don't let writing incredibly personalized report cards overwhelm you, Join Nick as he shares the highlights from an Instagram live he did with Trevor Mackenzie about how every teacher can create the best report card comments for their students. Nick and Trevor give easy-to-apply tips, tricks, and ideas for the best report card comments you will ever write. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://twitter.com/trev_mackenzie - Twitter https://www.instagram.com/trev_mackenzie/ - Instagram https://www.trevormackenzie.com/ - Website
Where do you fall on the homework effort? Are you a teacher that gives homework or has it gone the way of the do-do bird in your class? Regardless of where you fall on the spectrum of homework join Crystal Frommert as she dives into the realities of homework in the classroom.
Have you ever thought about what culture is and its many impacts inside your classroom? Being culturally responsive can feel like "one more thing to do" but it doesn't have to be. Having a culturally responsive approach is less about making wholesale changes and more about seeing how the small things add up to make a big difference.
The eternal question of "what makes a good" seem to always come up when we think about presenting our students with mathematical word problems. Join Nick as he talks with Braxton Hall about how we can all find, make and share better word problems. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://twitter.com/Mr_Hall27 - Twitter https://www.edutopia.org/article/3-tips-creating-math-word-problems-boost-critical-thinking - website
Why do we do projects in our classes: To see what our students know How they display that knowledge To expressive creative thought The list goes on, but what if we did the project alongside our students what might we REALLY learn from them, and with them. Might we have a better understanding of their learning, and who they are as young adults. What if we learned things we didn't expect, what if by doing projects at the same time and with our students we created stronger bonds. Join Nick as he explores how doing a recent project with his 9s strengthen bonds and furthered something even more important than marks/grades. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook
Have you ever started a great project, or what you thought was going to be a great project only to have student engagement fall of somewhere along the way? Join Nick as he breaks down how we can keep students invested and highly engaged with his guest Kristy Lathrop. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://mobile.twitter.com/KristyLathrop - Twitter https://www.lathroplearning.com/ - website https://www.appliedcoaching.org/post/how-to-maintain-student-interest-in-a-project-borrow-strategies-from-science-classrooms - Article
Have you been looking for ways to move past only relying memorization as a learning tool in your class. Join Nick as he sits down with Kasey Short to discuss ways to move the needle on meaningful learning and building confidence. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://twitter.com/shortisweet3 - Twitter https://www.edutopia.org/profile/kasey-short - Profile
Join this month's second guest Crystal Frommert as she takes over the podcast to interview instructional coach Moira Burgy to discuss how we can be better every day for our students. This episode is a great reminder of how important the little things are in life and in our classroom to make the most of our time with our students.
Marks, grades, and report card comments are a fact of life but if they didn't need to be the entire focus of our teaching, what could we accomplish with our students? Join Nick as he sits down with the teacher, administrator, and learning coach Crystal Frommert to discuss how we can take steps to move from grade-based focus to learning and most importantly a learning-based approach to our classroom. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://twitter.com/mrs_frommert - Twitter https://www.edutopia.org/profile/crystal-frommert - profile https://www.instagram.com/crystal.frommert/ - Instagram
Many students, especially those in middle school, only share their thinking in math class when they're sure they have the right answer. Getting our kids to see their thinking and process just as important as arriving at answers is what rough draft math is all about. Join Nick as he speaks with Dr. Amanda Jansen, teacher, professor, and author of Rough Draft Math as they break down how we can bring a rough draft planning approach to our classroom. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://bit.ly/3HxJvEK - Twitter https://www.instagram.com/mandyjansen/ - Instagram https://jansenamanda.wixsite.com/professional - Website
If you have been looking for a new piece of technology to add to your teacher tech toolbox look no further than Nick's conversation with two of the best in the industry. Teachers, speaker, bloggers and authors of "The Interactive Classroom" Joe and Kristin Merrill join Nick to talk all things useful technology for any teachers unique needs. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://www.themerrillsedu.com/ - Website https://twitter.com/TheMerrillsEDU - Twitter https://www.facebook.com/themerrillsedu/ - Facebook
Join Nick as he sits down with fellow podcaster and math specialist Mona Lehl to discuss how we can ask our students better questions and more engaging tasks for deep learning. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://www.instagram.com/local.learners/?hl=en - Instagram https://twitter.com/LocalLearners - Twitter https://honestmathchat.libsyn.com/the-first-episode - website
Join Nick as he sits down with intervention specialist Kristen Acosta as they breakdown and discuss why we all need to be using more visuals in math class. Not every math class needs to revolve around numerical, question and answer work. Visuals, pictures, videos, diagrams etc... can strengthen mathematical problem solving with meaningful number talks. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://twitter.com/kristenmacosta - Twitter https://kristenacosta.com/ - website
If you have been looking to bring "Low Floor, High Ceiling" questions into you classroom, join Nick as he sits down with Susan Loveless to breakdown how these questions can change the way you present tasks with your students. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://twitter.com/SusanLoveless23 - Twitter https://rcselementarymath.weebly.com/ - website
Effective and meaningful project based learning doesn't happen by accident or because we want it. It happens because we ask questions worth answering and the work revolves around our students. Join Nick as he talks with Maureen Kelly-Gibson about how she implements high quality project based learning. Maureen was awarded the 2020 Prime Minister's Award for Teaching Excellence and her passion for her work is evident through her passion for this topic. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://twitter.com/maureenkellygi1?lang=en - Twitter https://twitter.com/CalgaryAcademy - Twitter
Have you ever what your students know, how they know it, and when they know it. Then look no further than how spaced practice can be used to give you more insight into what your students know. Join Nick as he sits down with Ryan MacLeod to discuss "How" spaced practice can be used and why repeated practice isn't the secret sauce to learning and retention of learning that we think it is. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://twitter.com/yyctea - Twitter
If you are looking for some early inspiration going into another year in the classroom look no further than my talk with Donovan Taylor Hall. Donovan has been called many things but the 21st century Mr. Rogers might be his favourite. Join Nick as he breaks down how we can start and maintain meaningful relationships with our students, and their families in easy to follow ways. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://www.instagram.com/tv/COvKfC5LLsF/ - Now This Feature https://twitter.com/donofriend - Twitter https://www.instagram.com/donofriend/ - Instagram
We all make mistakes, we make mistakes everywhere, in our classes talking, writing on the board, and even in our lessons. Don't worry it happens to us all, no matter where we are in our careers, join Nick as he goes through 4 steps that help us make better mistakes in our classes with our students. Nick shares in a mistake he recently made that turned into one of the best lessons he's made in online learning. Remember it's not the mistake, that's a mistake, it's not learning from it. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook
No teacher is an island, we get where we are going with the help of others and my interview today is an incredible example of two passionate teachers coming together to share in their journey. Join me in my first ever podswap with teacher/podcaster Natalie Vardabasso from the EduCrush Podcast, as we dive into the creative process and what meaningful learning looks like in our classes. Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook Follow our guest: https://educrushpod.com/ - website https://twitter.com/educrushpod - Twitter https://www.instagram.com/educrushpod/?hl=en - Instagram
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