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Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with Glenn Capelli about how teachers can have a powerful impact on a child’s life— for good or bad. They discuss the importance of new and different experiences, including encounters with “the unfamiliar,” getting out of our comfort zone from time to time, in order to build cognitive fitness, growing new brain cells and keeping our work fresh and inspiring.
Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with middle school counselor James Wright about the importance of connectedness and compassion in schools. They explore the impact of adverse childhood experiences on kids’ experiences in school, especially with regard to their ability to learn and their response to traditional, punitive discipline policies.
Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with principal David Friedli about resiliency from the standpoint of how a balanced approach of high expectations, caring and support, and opportunities to participate can enhance student achievement, reduce student discipline, and increase positive character attributes.
Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with Naomi Drew about what bullying looks like and the impact it has on children. They focus on words and actions, which could include teasing, making fun of someone, name calling, giving someone dirty looks or rolling eyes, excluding someone, or any physical event meant to purposely humiliate, shun, or hurt someone.
Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with Susan Fitzell about the value of practicing developing skills at home to anchor new learning in working memory and how emphasizing quality over quantity can make a big difference in a child’s ability to retain work covered in class.
Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with Dr. Jo Ann Freiberg about what Freiberg calls “bully-mania,” referring to the hyper-reactivity and vigilance that has emerged in the shadow of the Columbine murders.
Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with Dan Deigan, founder of the Little Conversations Today Web site, to explore the hidden gifts in obstacles and challenges in our lives.
Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with Dr. J. Victor McGuire about the special challenges and needs of people entering the teaching profession, whether coming in straight out of college, starting as a second career, or returning after an absence.
Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with Dr. Richard Biffle about how well educational systems fit in to the cultural and economic context in which they exist—or not!
Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with Jeff Wolfsberg, author, activist, and drug education specialist, about the good and the bad of current drug education programs in school, including the problems with information-based programs, the value of getting input from students, and the priorities used when deciding on which program to adopt.
Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with career coach Carol Smith about helping students prepare to enter the work world.
Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with Brian Haney, creative director of Theatre-in-the-Making, about a recent theater performance of autistic and neurotypical adults.
Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with music teacher Julie Rombach-Kendall about the importance and benefits of music education.
Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with Dr. Hanoch McCarty about what we can do to increase the likelihood of success and engagement for students in the “bottom third of the class,” the ones most likely to drop out.
Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with Dr. Aili Pogust about the importance of movement to learning and literacy.
Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with Dr. Jared Scherz about helping children or all ages learn to explore and express their own opinions while respecting difference in how others think and feel.
Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with Dr. Lynn Collins about helping children connect the choices they make with the outcomes of those choices.
Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with financial coach and counselor Judy Lawrence to explore some of the issues and challenges related to promoting financial responsibility and money management skills in children.
Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with retired educator Dr. Lulu Lopez, discussing strategies for increasing parent involvement in schools. This program examines some of the reasons that parent-teacher relationships are often not as positive or supportive as they could be, as well as offering specific, practical ideas for bridging the gap between home and school.
Dr. Jane Bluestein talks with Don Tillman, owner of Safe Data LLC & his wife Michelle “Gracie” Tillman, who experienced a traumatic brain injury. The program focuses on the use of technology and various applications that help with organizing tasks, time management, school homework demands and calendar reminders.
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