Podcasts about achievement gap

Patrick J. Wolf, a Distinguished Professor of Education Policy at the University of Arkansas, joins Paul E. Peterson to discuss Wolf's paper, "The Nation's Achievement Inequality Report Card: An Assessment of Interquartile Test Score Gaps and Equality Trends in Traditional Public, Charter, Catholic, and Department of Defense Schools," which was presented at “School Choice: Impacts on Participants, Non-Participants, Educators, and Entrepreneurs,” a conference hosted by the Harvard Kennedy School's Program on Education Policy and Governance on May 7 and 8, 2026.

In this week's episode of The Learning Curve, co-hosts U-Ark Prof. Albert Cheng and Center for Strong Public Schools' Alisha Searcy speak with Sarah Cohodes, Associate Professor of Public Policy at the University of Michigan, about her extensive research on charter public schools and education reform. Cohodes reflects on her academic journey and how it shaped her focus on school accountability, autonomy, and student outcomes. She explains the foundational charter school model—greater state regulatory flexibility in exchange for stronger accountability—and emphasizes the importance of rigorous authorization and data transparency. She highlights her 2021 research on charter effectiveness, showing strong gains for low-income students in urban areas and positive competitive effects on district schools. Cohodes also discusses high-performing charter networks, the importance of exceptional teachers and leaders, and Massachusetts' charter schools' standout success in closing achievement gaps and improving college outcomes. She concludes with a forward-looking discussion on policy solutions to address declining academic performance and how research can guide leaders and families in improving opportunities for urban students nationwide.

In this Episode: In this episode of the Achieve Results NOW! podcast, hosts Mark Cardone and Theron Feidt explain that the biggest obstacle to success isn't a lack of knowledge, but a lack of action. They present three practical strategies to help listeners close the gap between knowing what to do and actually doing it. 1. Shrink Your Starting Line The hosts suggest overcoming overwhelming goals by focusing on the immediate, smaller steps. They use the analogy of running a long distance, where instead of thinking about the entire route, you focus on reaching the next landmark. This concept is embodied in the "two-minute rule," which encourages you to commit to a task for just two minutes. This small action builds momentum, reduces procrastination, and often leads to doing more than you initially planned. 2. Engineer Your Environment Your surroundings can either support or sabotage your goals. The hosts advise setting up your environment for success by removing distractions (like phone notifications or open computer tabs) and ensuring you have what you need to succeed. They use the example of a morning workout: laying out your clothes and sneakers the night before removes potential barriers and makes it easier to follow through on your plans. 3. Leverage Accountability and Consequences Finally, the hosts discuss the power of accountability. They explain that a consequence isn't always a punishment; it can be a positive or negative result that motivates you. By involving an accountability partner, you create a social consequence where you don't want to let someone down. They also suggest using a simple visual system, like a calendar or a hash mark on a wall, to track your progress. This "gamification" of your goals helps you stay consistent, as small, consistent actions are the key to long-term achievement. ARN Suggested Reading: Blessings In the Bullshit: A Guided Journal for Finding the BEST In Every Day – by Mark Cardone & Theron Feidt https://www.amazon.com/Blessings-Bullshit-Guided-Journal-Finding/dp/B09FP35ZXX/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=blessings+in+the+bullshit&qid=1632233840&sr=8-1 Full List of Recommended Books: https://www.achieveresultsnow.com/readers-are-leaders Questions: 1.   Do you have a question you want answered in a future podcast? 2.   Go to www.AchieveResultsNow.com to submit. Connect with Us: Get access to some of the great resources that we use at: www.AchieveResultsNow.com/success-store www.AchieveResultsNow.com www.facebook.com/achieveresultsnow www.twitter.com/nowachieve Thank you for listening to the Achieve Results NOW! Podcast.  The podcast that gives you immediate actions you can take to start seeing life shifting results NOW!

Ever feel like you don't deserve the job, title, paycheck, or platform you've worked your ass off for? It's that nagging voice that whispers “you're a fraud” — aka, imposter syndrome. And spoiler: it's not proof you don't belong, it's proof you've levelled up.In this episode, I take you on a walk with me (literally) to unpack the psychology behind imposter syndrome — why your brain freaks out when your achievements outpace your self-image, how comparison traps and perfectionism fuel the fraud feeling, and what I've personally done to shut it down. From being the youngest in the room in my career, to stepping into leadership roles I didn't think I deserved, to battling the inner critic around content creation, I share the exact mindset shifts and “reps” that helped me build real confidence.If you've ever felt like you're faking it, this one's for you.By the end, you'll know:​Why imposter syndrome hits ambitious people the hardest​How to reframe it as a sign of growth, not weakness​The simple practice of “reps” that rewires your confidence​Why faking it isn't fraud—it's fuelImposter syndrome doesn't mean you don't belong. It means you're in the right arena, and you deserve to be there!!---⊹ LINKS ⊹

In this episode of The Learning Curve, co-hosts Alisha Searcy and U-Arkansas Prof. Albert Cheng interview Dr. James Lynn Woodworth, research fellow at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University and former commissioner of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). Dr. Woodworth discusses the role of data in shaping K-12 education policy. He explores the impact of assessments like NAEP, PISA, and TIMSS on global education trends, the challenges of declining U.S. student performance, and the uncertain effectiveness of federal K-12 spending. Dr. Woodworth also shares insights from his work at the Center for Research on Educational Outcomes (CREDO) on charter school results and the importance of data-driven policymaking in urban school districts. Finally, he highlights key education research priorities at Hoover and strategies for addressing achievement gaps nationwide.

Welcome to The Mental Breakdown and Psychreg Podcast! Today, Dr. Berney and Dr. Marshall discuss results from the 2024 NAEP test, which found that the achievement gap between high achievers and low achievers is only getting greater. Read the articles from ChalkBeat here and from The New York Times here. You can now follow Dr. Marshall on twitter, as well! Dr. Berney and Dr. Marshall are happy to announce the release of their new parenting e-book, Handbook for Raising an Emotionally Healthy Child Part 2: Attention. You can get your copy from Amazon here. We hope that you will join us each morning so that we can help you make your day the best it can be! See you tomorrow. Become a patron and support our work at http://www.Patreon.com/thementalbreakdown. Visit Psychreg for blog posts covering a variety of topics within the fields of mental health and psychology. The Parenting Your ADHD Child course is now on YouTube! Check it out at the Paedeia YouTube Channel. The Handbook for Raising an Emotionally Health Child Part 1: Behavior Management is now available on kindle! Get your copy today! The Elimination Diet Manual is now available on kindle and nook! Get your copy today! Follow us on Twitter and Facebook and subscribe to our YouTube Channels, Paedeia and The Mental Breakdown. Please leave us a review on iTunes so that others might find our podcast and join in on the conversation!

Welcome to The Mental Breakdown and Psychreg Podcast! Today, Dr. Berney and Dr. Marshall discuss results from the 2024 NAEP test, which found that the achievement gap between high achievers and low achievers is only getting greater. Read the articles from ChalkBeat here and from The New York Times here. You can now follow Dr. Marshall on twitter, as well! Dr. Berney and Dr. Marshall are happy to announce the release of their new parenting e-book, Handbook for Raising an Emotionally Healthy Child Part 2: Attention. You can get your copy from Amazon here. We hope that you will join us each morning so that we can help you make your day the best it can be! See you tomorrow. Become a patron and support our work at http://www.Patreon.com/thementalbreakdown. Visit Psychreg for blog posts covering a variety of topics within the fields of mental health and psychology. The Parenting Your ADHD Child course is now on YouTube! Check it out at the Paedeia YouTube Channel. The Handbook for Raising an Emotionally Health Child Part 1: Behavior Management is now available on kindle! Get your copy today! The Elimination Diet Manual is now available on kindle and nook! Get your copy today! Follow us on Twitter and Facebook and subscribe to our YouTube Channels, Paedeia and The Mental Breakdown. Please leave us a review on iTunes so that others might find our podcast and join in on the conversation!

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Erich Bolz is deeply versed in the field-tested Powerless to Powerful transformation frameworks developed by Gonzaga University professors Chuck Salina and Suzann Girtz which, when implemented with fidelity, are proven to increase student achievement and staff satisfaction. Utilizing cognitive coaching approaches, Erich helps school leaders and central office administrators (including Special Education directors) make sense of their day-to-day challenges while fostering transformational breakthroughs in both their work and personal lives. Today on the show Erich and Jeff have a conversation about effective educational transformation. They also emphasize the importance of servant leadership and mission clarity in creating a positive school culture. The conversation also touches on leadership coaching, data-driven decision-making, and strategies for narrowing the achievement gap. They conclude by discussing the challenges of recruiting and retaining teachers in the current educational landscape. Connect with Erich, his work and podcast: https://bolzleadership.com/ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/outliers-in-education-from-cee/id1577590456    

This week on The Learning Curve, co-hosts Alisha Searcy of DFER and AFC's Walter Blanks interview Senior Fellow at the American Federation for Children and Founder of Black Minds Matter, Denisha Allen. Denisha shares her journey and the motivations behind founding Black Minds Matter, a national movement dedicated to celebrating Black excellence and promoting high-quality educational options for Black students. She delves into the politics of urban school reform, highlighting the challenges posed by race and class-based achievement gaps and the political influence of teachers' unions. Mrs. Allen also reflects on the evolving landscape of charter school politics and how the pandemic has reshaped education by increasing interest in diverse school choice options like charters, homeschooling, and microschools. She discusses the implications of the "Year of School Choice" in 2021, marked by expanded voucher and ESA programs, and questions why, despite large federal education expenditures, national reading and math scores have been stagnant or declining. Finally, Denisha shares her vision for what policymakers and parents should do to dramatically improve academic outcomes for America's students.

Two-time Emmy and Three-NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Monique Wells.  She is an award-winning educator and practitioner of her craft for over 20 years. She is a transformational leader and a change agent. As an international humanitarian who has been ‘called to serve' the underrepresented impacting and donating to inner city communities and families. As a powerful and award-winning educator and teacher of the year nominee, she is a fierce advocate for teachers, students, and parents. She is an expert on school reform and an impactful educator who has successfully raised test scores for scholars in grades PreK through 12th grade for over two decades.     The RESTART Educational Foundation‘s mission is transformational change in schools. With our innovative and evidenced based framework, we are able to close the academic achievement gap for grades Pre-K - 12 within one year. We strive to Engage, Educate, and Empower scholars to become global leaders and citizens of the world regardless of their zip code. We believe that closing the student achievement gap is a moral imperative. #STRAWSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David E. Kirkland is a trans-disciplinary scholar of English and urban education, who explores the intersections among urban youth culture, language and literacy, urban teacher preparation, and digital media. He analyzes culture, language, and texts, and has expertise in critical literary, ethnographic, and sociolinguistic research methods. He has received many awards for his work, including the 2008 AERA Division G Outstanding Dissertation Award and was a 2009-10 Ford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellow and is a former fellow of NCTE's Cultivating New Voices. Dr. Kirkland has published widely. His most recent articles include: ” Black Skin, White Masks': Normalizing Whiteness and the Trouble with the Achievement Gap” in urban contexts: Politics, Pluralism, and Possibilities” (English Education), and “We real cool: Examining Black males and literacy” (Reading Research Quarterly). He is currently completing his fourth book, A Search Past Silence, to be published through Teacher College Press s Language and Literacy Series. Dr. Kirkland believes that, in their language and literacies, youth take on new meanings beginning with a voice and verb, where words when spoken or written have the power to transform the world inside-out Support Latin Waves by becoming a member for as little as $1 per month. https://latinwavesmedia.com

In this episode of the Lean to the Left Podcast, host Bob Gatty discusses critical social issues such as education, racism, and politics with Eugene Williams Jr., an educator, author, speaker, and former high school principal.Williams shares insights from his extensive career, talks about the challenges and successes in public education, and explores the impacts of defunding public education, the achievement gap, and the socio-political dynamics affecting African American communities.Williams also addresses the controversial political climate surrounding figures like Trump and Biden and the importance of historical awareness and education reform. Additionally, they delve into Eugene's published works and his ongoing mission to uplift and educate minority students.00:00 Welcome to Lean to the Left Podcast00:12 Introducing Eugene Williams Jr.00:21 Eugene's Career and Achievements01:19 Retirement and Transition02:05 State of Public Education03:46 Supporting Public Education 04:49 Republican Efforts and Private Schools06:04 Critical Race Theory and History 08:49 Achievement Gap in Education17:15 Importance of Advanced Courses for Students of Color18:51 Black Americans: Fiscal Liberalism and Social Conservatism23:08 Current Political Landscape: Trump and Biden28:17 Exploring Poverty in Rural South Carolina29:27 Contradictions in Political Support30:50 Historical Context and Racial Dynamics34:21 Trump's Legal Troubles and Public Perception37:06 The Role of the President and Power Dynamics39:27 Biden's Challenges and Strategies45:16 The Importance of Reading and Education45:22 Author's Books and Personal Insights50:18 Final Thoughts and Contact Information Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lean-to-the-left-podcast--4719048/support.

In this episode of the Lean to the Left Podcast, host Bob Gatty discusses critical social issues such as education, racism, and politics with Eugene Williams Jr., an educator, author, speaker, and former high school principal.Williams shares insights from his extensive career, talks about the challenges and successes in public education, and explores the impacts of defunding public education, the achievement gap, and the socio-political dynamics affecting African American communities.Williams also addresses the controversial political climate surrounding figures like Trump and Biden and the importance of historical awareness and education reform. Additionally, they delve into Eugene's published works and his ongoing mission to uplift and educate minority students.00:00 Welcome to Lean to the Left Podcast00:12 Introducing Eugene Williams Jr.00:21 Eugene's Career and Achievements01:19 Retirement and Transition02:05 State of Public Education03:46 Supporting Public Education 04:49 Republican Efforts and Private Schools06:04 Critical Race Theory and History 08:49 Achievement Gap in Education17:15 Importance of Advanced Courses for Students of Color18:51 Black Americans: Fiscal Liberalism and Social Conservatism23:08 Current Political Landscape: Trump and Biden28:17 Exploring Poverty in Rural South Carolina29:27 Contradictions in Political Support30:50 Historical Context and Racial Dynamics34:21 Trump's Legal Troubles and Public Perception37:06 The Role of the President and Power Dynamics39:27 Biden's Challenges and Strategies45:16 The Importance of Reading and Education45:22 Author's Books and Personal Insights50:18 Final Thoughts and Contact Information Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lean-to-the-left-podcast--4719048/support.

In recognition of the 70th anniversary of the landmark Supreme Court case of Brown v. Board of Education, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Jill Barshay, columnist with the Hechinger Report who has done extensive research regarding the achievement gap between black and white students. Among questions discussed is whether schools have become segregated again due to socioeconomic and environmental factors.

In this episode, we talk about the summer slip n slide. No, not the fun swim-like activity that gives you a high water bill, but the one that will have your child forgetting so much of what was learned throughout the year. You may have heard it under other names like learning regression, learning loss, or the summer slide. Basically, it refers to the phenomenon where students, particularly school-aged children, experience a loss of academic skills and knowledge over the summer break when they are not actively engaged in learning. But guess what! You can help your child maintain their skills or better yet, get ahead of their peers. I  cover what you can do to mitigate learning loss with fun activities and easy strategies. Resources Mentioned in This Episode: starfall.com*EMAIL LIST*Click here to join my email list for more free content to help you on your parenting journey!or go to strongermindsstrongeryouth.com/jointhelist*REACH OUT & SHARE*Email me your stories to share with others parents just like you @ jessika@strongermindsstrongeryouth.com *CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA!!!* & *TAG ME IN YOUR STORIES!!!*#jessikashields or @strongermindsstrongeryouthGet Social to Stay Connected!!!FB: @StrongerMindsStrongerYouthInstagram: @StrongerMindsStrongerYouthLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jessikashieldsTo access more Podcast resources, visit strongermindsstrongeryouth.comThank you for listening!

The 4 Disciplines of Execution have been used across many different school districts and by many different leaders to improve their organizations. The 4DX Model allows you to reach a new level of goal setting that will develop growth for you and your entire team. Today join us as we interview someone who has utilized this 4DX Model to its max. Today our host, Dustin Odham, is joined by Larua Mendicino, Principal of Pinecrest Elementary. These two education advocates talk about Laura's use of the 4DX Model and how it has allowed her to take her schools to the next level as she deals with her unique challenges and blessings from her district. Hear how Laura celebrates students and faculty even in the small achievements and the different systems she has developed to keep her school accountable. You won't want to miss out on this fantastic episode! Don't forget to like, and turn on those bell notifications to ensure you don't miss our next episode.If you want to learn more about FranklinCovey, visit us at https://www.franklincovey.com/solutions/education/Host: Dustin Odham, Managing Director at FranklinCovey EducationGuest: Laura Mendicino, Principal of Pinecrest ElementaryTime stamps: (00:00 - 03:54) Introduction(03:55 - 06:43) Getting to Know Laura Mendicino(06:44 - 08:07) Using the 4 Disciplines of Execution(08:08 - 10:24) Starting With the Why(10:25 - 12:26) Closing the Achievement Gap(12:27 - 17:46) Celebrating The Small Achievements(17:47 - 20:53) A Culture of Celebration(20:54 - 23:05) Consistent Challenges of 4DX(23:06 - 26:28) Developing Systems of Accountability(26:29 - 28:02) An Increase of Pride(28:03 - 30:52) What's Missing in a Goal(30:53 - 32:04) Everyone Has Greatness(32:05 - 34:57) Rapid Fire Questions!(34:58 - 35:53) Closing

The 4 Disciplines of Execution have been used across many different school districts and by many different leaders to improve their organizations. The 4DX Model allows you to reach a new level of goal setting that will develop growth for you and your entire team. Today join us as we interview someone who has utilized this 4DX Model to its max. Today our host, Dustin Odham, is joined by Larua Mendicino, Principal of Pinecrest Elementary. These two education advocates talk about Laura's use of the 4DX Model and how it has allowed her to take her schools to the next level as she deals with her unique challenges and blessings from her district. Hear how Laura celebrates students and faculty even in the small achievements and the different systems she has developed to keep her school accountable. You won't want to miss out on this fantastic episode! Don't forget to like, and turn on those bell notifications to ensure you don't miss our next episode.If you want to learn more about FranklinCovey, visit us at https://www.franklincovey.com/solutions/education/Host: Dustin Odham, Managing Director at FranklinCovey EducationGuest: Laura Mendicino, Principal of Pinecrest ElementaryTime stamps: (00:00 - 03:54) Introduction(03:55 - 06:43) Getting to Know Laura Mendicino(06:44 - 08:07) Using the 4 Disciplines of Execution(08:08 - 10:24) Starting With the Why(10:25 - 12:26) Closing the Achievement Gap(12:27 - 17:46) Celebrating The Small Achievements(17:47 - 20:53) A Culture of Celebration(20:54 - 23:05) Consistent Challenges of 4DX(23:06 - 26:28) Developing Systems of Accountability(26:29 - 28:02) An Increase of Pride(28:03 - 30:52) What's Missing in a Goal(30:53 - 32:04) Everyone Has Greatness(32:05 - 34:57) Rapid Fire Questions!(34:58 - 35:53) Closing

Dr. India White is Closing the Achievement Gap Dr. India White is a speaker and education consultant.  A math teacher for years, her consultancy's aim is to close the achievement gap in 1 year by helping teachers and principals develop grit in themselves and students. I'm so interested to learn more about her journey. To get in touch with Dr. White, check out her LinkedIn profile at https://www.linkedin.com/in/theindiawhite/. __ TEACH THE GEEK (http://teachthegeek.com) Subscribe and rate on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Follow @teachthegeek (Twitter) and @_teachthegeek_ (IG)   Get Public Speaking Tips for STEM Professionals at http://teachthegeek.com/tips.  

Children whose parents have college degrees are often more skilled readers than children whose parents didn't attend college. In this episode of The Pie, Harris Policy Professor Ariel Kalil discusses how certain technologies can help improve literacy skills for disadvantaged children.

In this podcast, we cover - 1. The art and science of forming multi-dimensional careers: nuances of achievement 2. Frameworks for understanding change as a philosopher 3. Frameworks for analysing achievement in the automated workspace Sven Nyholm is a Professor of the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence at LMU Munich and the Principal Investigator for AI Ethics at the Munich Center for Machine Learning. Much of his recent work has been about the impact of emerging technologies on our opportunities to live meaningful lives, have meaningful relationships, and do meaningful work. He is particularly interested in how life in the contemporary world – with technologies like robots and artificial intelligence – affects traditional ideas about ethics and our human self-understanding. Nyholm's publications include Revisiting Kant's Universal Law and Humanity Formulas (De Gruyter, 2015), Humans and Robots: Ethics, Agency, and Anthropomorphism (Rowman & Littlefield International, 2020) and This is Technology Ethics: An Introduction (Wiley-Blackwell, 2023).

David E. Kirkland is a trans-disciplinary scholar of English and urban education, who explores the intersections among urban youth culture, language and literacy, urban teacher preparation, and digital media. He analyzes culture, language, and texts, and has expertise in critical literary, ethnographic, and sociolinguistic research methods. He has received many awards for his work, including the 2008 AERA Division G Outstanding Dissertation Award and was a 2009-10 Ford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellow and is a former fellow of NCTE's Cultivating New Voices. Dr. Kirkland has published widely. His most recent articles include: ” Black Skin, White Masks': Normalizing Whiteness and the Trouble with the Achievement Gap” in urban contexts: Politics, Pluralism, and Possibilities” (English Education), and “We real cool: Examining Black males and literacy” (Reading Research Quarterly). He is currently completing his fourth book, A Search Past Silence, to be published through Teacher College Press s Language and Literacy Series. Dr. Kirkland believes that, in their language and literacies, youth take on new meanings beginning with a voice and verb, where words when spoken or written have the power to transform the world inside-out Support Latin Waves by becoming a member for as little as $1 per month. https://latinwavesmedia.com/wordpress/

Dr. Art McCoy is a nationally recognized educator, author, and Founder of S.A.G.E.S. What will it take to lessen the education achievement gap? How have historical challenges led far too many African-American students to not being able to read at grade level? We also discuss the role Black teachers play.

SELECTED LINKS FROM THE EPISODETeach Your Kids: LinkedIn | Website | X | Instagram | Substack | Facebook | TikTokManisha: LinkedIn | X | Instagram | FacebookLeonard Sax: Website | Email Join our premium community for expert support and advice on homeschoolingTeach Your Kids Podcast EpisodesDr. Gordon Neufeld on Redefining Parental Power & ConnectionBooks, Articles, and PublicationsThe Collapse of Parenting: How We Hurt Our Kids When We Treat Them Like Grown-Ups - Leonard SaxBoys Adrift - Leonard SaxGirls on the Edge: Why So Many Girls Are Anxious, Wired, and Obsessed--And What Parents Can Do - Leonard SaxWhy Gender Matters, Second Edition: What Parents and Teachers Need to Know About the Emerging Science of Sex Differences - Leonard SaxFailing At Fairness: How Our Schools Cheat Girls - Myra Sadker, David SadkerOf Boys and Men: Why the Modern Male Is Struggling, Why It Matters, and What to Do about It - Richard ReevesManning Up: How the Rise of Women Has Turned Men into Boys - Kay S Hymowitz Hold On to Your Kids: Why Parents Need to Matter More Than Peers - Gordon Neufeld, Gabor Maté MD Rise in social media usage among Africa's young people raises concernMemo to the Surgeon General: Right Diagnosis, Wrong Treatment | Institute for Family StudiesIs TikTok Dangerous for Teens? | Institute for Family StudiesShould Boys Start Kindergarten One Year Later Than Girls?More women than men have college degrees. That's good news for Democrats.A Generation of American Men Give Up on College: ‘I Just Feel Lost' - WSJReclaiming kindergarten: Making kindergarten less harmful to boys. Sax, L. (2001). Psychology of Men & Masculinity Young Children's Feelings about School. Valeski, T. N., & Stipek, D. J. (2003). Child DevelopmentStarting Strong IV Early Childhood Education and Care Data Country Note: FinlandCourses/WorkshopsBoys AdriftTikTok Ate My Daughter, and My Son Won't Stop Playing Video Games Related ResourcesProgram for International Student Assessment (PISA)Podcast: Risk Reaps Rewards with Dr. Leonard and Sarah Sax | Plugged InThis site contains product affiliate links. We may receive a commission if you make a purchase after clicking on one of these links.  Time Codes00:00:00 - Introduction to the podcast and Dr. Leonard Sax by Manisha Snoyer.00:01:31 - Overview of Dr. Sax's expertise and work in child and adolescent development.00:02:49 - Discussion on the academic achievement gap between men and women.00:07:19 - The reasons behind the gender gap in educational attainment.00:13:27 - Boys' attitudes towards education and school's appeal to them.00:20:56 - Exploring gender differences and their impact on children's choices.00:31:11 - Discussion on the differences in brain development between boys and girls.00:35:17 - Exploring the right age for teaching phonics and handwriting.00:40:01 - Comparing Finnish and American education systems.00:44:22 - The impacts of early learning and parental expectations.00:47:43 - Parental authority in school choice decisions.00:50:15 - The rise of obesity in children and parental control over diet.00:53:19 - The importance of parent-child relationships.00:54:18 - Concluding thoughts on authority and freedom in homeschooling.This podcast is made possible through a generous grant from the Vela Education FundVELA Education Fund is catalyzing a vibrant alternative education ecosystem. VELA provides trust-based funding to entrepreneurs, fosters community-building and knowledge-sharing, and increases visibility through storytelling that promotes cultural awareness and acceptance of the out-of-system space. Today, VELA serves the largest community of out-of-system education entrepreneurs in the country, with over 2,000 community members. About half of VELA's community members operate small learning environments, and the other half are ecosystem and community builders offering direct services and support across the out-of-system space. Learn more at velaedfund.org.

In this episode I share my journey and reasons for joining the field of speech pathology. We also explore the role of speech-language pathologists in advocating for children of color in the United States education system. Here are some key takeaways from this episode: I initially pursued a degree in broadcast journalism but shifted my focus to organizational communications with a minor in speech pathology. Through various initiatives, I became aware of the disparities experienced by Black and Latinx children in the United States education system, including exclusionary discipline practices that lead to the school-to-prison pipeline. This realization led me to discover the role of speech-language pathologists in advocating for these children and supporting their academic and behavioral success. My passion for communication and advocacy came together, and I knew that becoming a speech-language pathologist was the path I needed to take. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ This podcast is sponsored by the Pediatric Speech Sister Network© on YouTube Live. You can checkout the latest live replays here. Get your “5 Ways to Support BIPOC Children in Clinical and Education Settings” FREE Poster Here: ⁠https://mailchi.mp/pediatricspeechsister/5-ways-to-support-bipoc-children-in-educationclinical-settings⁠ Follow me on Instagram! instagram.com/pediatricspeechsister Pediatric Speech Sister Show Podcast - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pediatric-speech-sister-show/id1659114388 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4Uqf5xU9edqc4W1VkhfZV9 "Introduction to Cultural Competemility in Speech Pathology" eBook Pre-Sell: https://mailchi.mp/430872d9bfaa/culturalcompetemilityebookpresell Shop the Pediatric Speech Sister Store for digital products and apparel: https://pediatricspeechsisterstore.myshopify.com/ Are you an SLP2Be? Checkout Praxis Speech Sister on Instagram and Apple Podcasts! Check out these resources mentioned in this episode: 13th (Netflix Documentary Directed by Ava DuVernay) African American English: A Linguistic Introduction (Green, 2002) Dear Colleague Letter on the Nondiscriminatory Administration of School Discipline (US Department of Education, 2021) Expanding Our Views on Behavior and Black Students: a Call to Action (Evans & Perry, 2021) More Than a Metaphor: The Contribution of Exclusionary Discipline to a School-to-Prison Pipeline (Skiba et al., 2014) Racially Disproportionate Discipline in Early Childhood Educational Settings (National Prevention Science Coalition, 2020) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pediatricspeechsister/support

Dave Stachowiak and Bonni Stachowiak talk about navigating insecurity in teaching on episode 490 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast. Quotes from the episode 20 years later and I still run into nervousness. The intensity and the kind of nervousness is different, and it often comes up in unsuspecting ways. -Dave Stachowiak How can you open the first 10 seconds of a class to capture attention, tell a story, and engage participants? -Dave Stachowiak I always have a something in my back pocket, either literally or figuratively. -Dave Stachowiak Resources PollEverywhere You Don't Have to Wait for the Clock to Strike to Start Teaching, by Peter Newbury Episode 6: The 8 second rule Episode 197: Interactivity and Inclusivity Can Help Close the Achievement Gap with Viji Sathy & Kelly Hogan Episode 425: Inclusive Teaching with Viji Sathy & Kelly Hogan Episode 475: Making Space for Emergence with Mia Zamora Quizlet Live Exit ticket Muddiest point Episode 324: Teaching Effectively with Zoom with Dan Levi Teaching Effectively with Zoom Book Maha Bali

Do you ever wonder what happens behind the scenes of our education system? Could there be a hidden narrative that we are missing? Join us as we unveil the complexities and systemic intricacies of education in a riveting conversation with our enthusiastic guest, a true advocate for education who hails from a lineage of educators. This episode is a deep dive into his valuable experiences and unravels the factors shaping the education system, especially from a middle school perspective. We promise to be your guide in traversing the rough terrain of educational disparities and systemic racism. Our guest provides an enlightening perspective on the African-American experience, highlighting how cultural elements and intelligence often get overlooked, thereby impacting educational outcomes. We delve into the achievement gap, a symptom of a system rather than a reflection of individual students, and discuss the importance of explaining these complex issues to young people and their families. Finally, brace yourself for an eye-opening comparison between the experiences of African-Americans in the United States and Palestinians in Israel. Our guest shares his impassioned experiences and emphasizes the role of media and education in influencing perceptions. We also navigate the significance of collaboration and community growth for achieving successful outcomes. This episode is a blend of education, history, and systemic challenges, delivering an in-depth understanding of the intersection of these facets. Tune in for an episode packed with stimulating discussions and valuable insights.

dys-sol.com https://linktr.ee/mariannecintronLearn about training to assess for dyslexia or begin Dr. Marianne's training program to tutor children. https://app.blinkstyle.com/v2/preview/6I9a0GYUitRzvc2ZKldADonate Here:https://www.paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/3821226How and Why Do We Teach Syllable Types- Teaching Camel Words2 minute short              https://youtu.be/a2a6VHNN-kkhttps://youtu.be/yMfXGrchndoToday Dr. Cintron demonstrates how to code two-syllable words with the cam-el model. When you teach spelling, you want to start with phonogram cards, move to sound circles (with the words you will teach) and then use plastic letters (with those same words). Some students move at faster pace and some need words broken into scaffolds when spelling them. Dr. Marianne also uses her spelling word lists to do syllable deletion exercises. Some students have difficulty with words they don't know so build their vocabulary explaining the new words  when neededBe Sure you check out our FREE Music and Spelling App CDSM - Cintron Dyslexia Solutions with Music~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Dr. Marianne Cintron earned her Doctorate in Education Leadership and Administration. She founded a nonprofit, Step By Step Dyslexia Solutions in 2018 and started the affiliate Cintron Orton - Gillingham Reading Institute in August 2022. She has recently been invited to sit on the Board for FAB (Film Advisory Board) with President  Member of Film Advisory Board Member with President Michael Conley. In 2022 Dr. Marianne received Best of Glendora Awards – Adult TrainingIn 2021, Dr. Marianne earned several awards: Social Impact Award Finalist - Lady in Blue, Lifetime Legacy Award Nominee - National Women of Influence, 100 Women Global Award - CD Wilson Events, and Certificates of Recognition from the California State Assembly, the California State Senate, and the County of Riverside.  She hosts four You Tube Channels, 1 Podcast Channel and has hosted educational webinars over the past 3 years. She is a speaker and author of seven books. Dyslexia Book Titles:Prisms of Brilliance: Closing the Achievement Gap and Stopping the School to Prison Pipeline.­­­­­ A Message of Hope: How Music Enhances Reading for Dyslexic ChildrenDyslexia – A Trait of Genius: Unlocking the Genius of Your Dyslexic Child's Minddys-sol.commc@dys-sol.comhttps://linktr.ee/mariannecintronPaypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/3821226Get Help - Order Books-Schedule ApptCintrondyslexia-help.comWhat Else We OfferBe Trained to Tutor Dyslexic Kidstrain-teachers.commc@train-teachers.com Be Trained to Assess for Dyslexiaassess-kids.commc@assess-kids.comFlag Distribution By Junior Patriotsjun-pats.commc@jun-pats.comReverse Aging - X39 Lightwave Patches  - Activate Your Stem Cellsno-pills.commc@no-pills.com https://linktr.ee/mariannecintron#mariannecintron #CamelSyllables  #TutoringChildren https://www.stepbystepdyslexiasolutions.com/Support the showFree Android App CDSMFREE Teaching VideosMeet with with Expert - Bring your questions! Only $20 a month with a paid subscription.www.dyslexia-solutions.com

The Morning Take with Blois Olson and Vineeta Sawkar from The Fair!

Washington Post reporter Laura Meckler tells the story of Shaker Heights, Ohio, a town with high-performing, diverse schools — and also a pronounced achievement gap between white and Black students. Meckler's book is Dream Town.John Powers reviews Naomi Hirahara's mystery novel Evergreen.

Washington Post reporter Laura Meckler tells the story of Shaker Heights, Ohio, a town with high-performing, diverse schools — and also a pronounced achievement gap between white and Black students. Meckler's book is Dream Town.John Powers reviews Naomi Hirahara's mystery novel Evergreen.

In this fourth special episode, Jenn David-Lang of The Main Idea, and I talk about resources to help school leaders with teacher supervision and evaluation. To support this work, Jenn has gathered her summaries three must-read books: Now We're Talking! 21 Days to High-Performance Instructional Leadership by Justin Baeder Rethinking Teacher Supervision and Evaluation: How to Work Smart, Build Collaboration, and Close the Achievement Gap by Kim Marshall Leverage Leadership 2.0: A Practical Guide to Building Exceptional Schools by Paul Bambrick-Santoyo These three books are a great place to start if you are looking to work on your knowledge and skills related to teacher supervision and evaluation. If you head to The Main Idea website, you can see this and other lists of Jenn's Must-Read Books for School Leaders. Send your comments, questions, and show ideas to mike@schoolleadershipshow.com.  Consider rating the podcast in iTunes and leaving a comment.  And please pass the show along to your colleagues.  If you or someone you know would like to sponsor the show, send me an email at mike@schoolleadershipshow.com.

Whether it's a long Winter Break, Spring Break or Summer Break, it's important to understand that your child could lose academic skills simply because their brain is not being exercised and stretched enough to keep the momentum of what was learned during the time leading up to the break. That's why after every long break, teachers spend days sometimes weeks re-teaching children how to behave in school, classroom expectations, and other routines that they may have forgotten. Much of this time is also spent reviewing the previous year's content in order to rejog their memories so that they can begin building upon skills once learned. To minimize academic regression for your child, I talk about some things you can do to prevent what educators call the “Summer Slide”. Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Purchase on Amazon: Rich Dad, Poor Dad*EMAIL LIST*Click here to join my email list for more free content to help you on your parenting journey!or go to strongermindsstrongeryouth.com/jointhelist*REACH OUT & SHARE*Email me your stories to share with others parents just like you @ jessika@strongermindsstrongeryouth.com *CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA!!!* & *TAG ME IN YOUR STORIES!!!*#jessikashields or @strongermindsstrongeryouthGet Social to Stay Connected!!!Twitter: @Official_SMSYFB: @StrongerMindsStrongerYouthInstagram: @StrongerMindsStrongerYouthLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jessikashieldsTikTok: @Official_SMSYTo access more Podcast resources, visit strongermindsstrongeryouth.comThank you for listening!

FOCUSING ON EQUITY TO CLOSE THE ACHIEVEMENT GAP: A VISIT WITH LISA O'MASTA OF LEARNING A-Z. We'll discuss the impact of good reading instruction, proper use of technology and some great methods for equitable learning.

FOCUSING ON EQUITY TO CLOSE THE ACHIEVEMENT GAP: A VISIT WITH LISA O'MASTA OF LEARNING A-Z. We'll discuss the impact of good reading instruction, proper use of technology and some great methods for equitable learning.

In this episode of UnstuckAF, Coach Orlando welcomes Arian White, who was one of the thousands of educators who helped our nation's children navigate the COVID pandemic, through lockdown(s) and personal loss. Arian shares how he taught and what he learned as a global pandemic hit close to home.Arian White is a third generation educator and Los Angeles Native.  Eager to see the best of what education had to offer around the globe, Arian spent the summer of 2009 at the Chinju National University of Education teaching English to elementary and middle school students in South Korea.  After becoming aware of the academic rigor and prestige of International schools, in 2013 he spent two years teaching elementary school at the prestigious Cap Cana Heritage School in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. The Cap Cana Heritage School is consistently ranked as one of the top 5 educational institutions in the country. While in the Dominican Republic, he was also a Professor of English at Universidad Iberoamericano.                  When Arian wasn't spending his summers overseas, he worked at various Summer Camps, including working as a counselor at UCLA's Summer Camp at the Sunset Canyon Recreation Center.  In 2010, before STEM and STEAM were educational catchphrases, Arian worked at Destination Science helping students learn about science through play.  By the end of his time there, he was the site manager overseeing the daily operations, programs, and personnel for their Beverly Hills site.     Most recently, he teaches at a predominantly African American public school in Los Angeles where he hopes to help close The Achievement Gap and share some of the best practices he's learned around the world with his community.  Because of his abilities as an effective instructor in his first year with the district, he was awarded the "2018 Los Angeles Unified School District Rookie of the Year Award" in a district of roughly 900 schools.  Currently, he also runs a Pan-African STEAM camp called Camp Sankofa. Arian earned his Bachelor's degree from the University of California at Berkeley and his Master's degree from the University of Southern California.Are you ready to get UnstuckAF? Join us for our virtual conference, Wanna Be Startin Somethin: Visit WeAlign, our online community, and learn more about the Align Approach that leads the overwhelmed to overcome. Or find us on social media: Instagram, Facebook, Tik TokAs mentioned: Johnathan Livingston Seagull a story by Richard Bach 

Charles Payne, Host of Making Money with Charles Payne on FOX Business Network, talks about how education is leaving students behind. He specifically talks about the achievement gap and how the pandemic may have exacerbated it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An Hour Early's resident mental health expert Tanzanique Cage, from www.empoweringtransformationscounselingllc.com, joins the podcast to discuss how we can begin to prepare ourselves mentally to go after our hopes and dreams. She offers a simpler approach to the New Year's resolution and explains how having an unbiased person to talk things through with can make all of the difference.     Are you looking to start the new year off right? Contact An Hour Early at www.anhourearlyllc.com to connect with Aaron about your upcoming endeavors. 

When we get no for an answer, we can either quit trying for a yes or we can move forward, but how do we know what we should do? This week on An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron tackles the question and gives some insights on how to turn nos into yeses.   Be sure to connect with An Hour Early at www.anhourearlyllc.com.

In this episode, I speak with Aimee Buckley, Co-Founder of Study Help, Inc. about targeted interventions that help kids recover from getting behind.If your child has reading problems or struggles to hold on to math concepts, look, they don't have to stay in that position. The earlier the intervention, the better! That's why this conversation with Aimee is so critical because it will be able to give you some key ideas right away to get you going in the right direction. You will be able to determine exactly what your child needs to make significant gains!About This Episode's Special Guest:Learn more at study.helpResources Mentioned In this Episode:To catch the next Building Child Confidence Webinar Series, register at buildingchildconfidence.com*EMAIL LIST*Click here to join my email list for more free content to help you on your parenting journey!or go to strongermindsstrongeryouth.com/jointhelist*REACH OUT & SHARE*Email me your stories to share with others parents just like you at jessika@strongermindsstrongeryouth.com *CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA!!!* & *TAG ME IN YOUR STORIES!!!*#jessikashields or @strongermindsstrongeryouthGet Social to Stay Connected!!!Twitter: @Official_SMSYFB: @StrongerMindsStrongerYouthInstagram: @StrongerMindsStrongerYouthLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jessikashieldsTikTok: @Official_SMSYTo access more Podcast resources, visit strongermindsstrongeryouth.comThank you for listening!

In this episode we go further into The Global Achievement Gap. We may go on a few tangents but this one is GOOD! Take a listen and let us know how you feel about our current state of education.

In this episode Skylar dives deep into the Global Achievement Gap and the seven survival skills we should be teaching the younger generations. We discuss why NCLB isn't working. Next time we will talk about what IS working in schools!The Global Achievement Gap -https://www.gse.harvard.edu/news/08/08/global-achievement-gap

This episode is all about First Gen Support organization - dedicated to spreading college awareness & providing resources for first-generation, low-income, and immigrant students. With us in the studio is Julia Sun, the founder of First Gen Support. We learn about the achievement gap and what causes it. Moreover, we are diving deeper into the college Prep-A-Thon that will take place on August 2022. Do not miss the latest advices for starting and running an organisation. Sign Up for College Prep-A-ThonFollow ChangemakerZ https://go.changemakerz.org/followFirst Gen Support social media handles at https://lnkfi.re/firstgensupportAccess exclusive content on the ChangemakerZ app at https://app.changemakerz.orgProduced by Vasilis Skarleas

In this first mini summer episode, I expose truth of the so-called "achievement gap" between Black and White students and briefly introduce a strategy for supporting all kids as scholars and resilient human beings. Links to some of the research I cite can be found at www.TalkingAboutKids.com. Full-length Talking About Kids episodes will return in late July with very special guests to help you prepare for the new school year. 

In this episode, Eddie talks to Corey Mize, Executive Director of Base Camp Coding Academy in Water Valley, Mississippi. Base Camp Coding Academy offers high school graduates training in software development for 12 months, providing them with resources like computers and gas money for their commutes. The program also equips students with professional skills such as resume writing, email etiquette, and interviewing.Before joining Base Camp, Mize worked as a computer scientist and program manager with the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers' Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) in Vicksburg, Mississippi. She's passionate about shaping young leaders in the computer science field because she's seen firsthand the lack of access that students in Mississippi have to computer science and programming. She talks to Eddie about what it looks like to create a flourishing environment for students and how our communities can better support students from all different backgrounds.Resources:Learn more about Base Camp Coding Academy here:https://basecampcodingacademy.org Apply to Base Camp Coding Academy hereKnow a high school student who would be a great fit for this program? Fill out a Student Nomination form here

Kaleem Caire is the founder and CEO of a public charter school and a private preschool called One City Schools. They are growing and expanding to a new 12 million dollar building, and hope to teach k-12 with 1000+ students by 2024. They have achieved so much in a short amount of time and Kaleem Caire is the driving force behind that change. He is a leader who never backs down despite being rejected and turned away. Listen to hear how a fight while in the Navy opened his eyes to leadership and sent him on his path. One City: https://www.onecityschools.org Nutkrack: nutkrack.com Our Website: themadisonianpodcast.com Merchandise: teespring.com/stores/themadisonianpodcast Music Credits: Voices by ASHUTOSH | https://soundcloud.com/grandakt Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US

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Dr. Teresa Hill has been motivated by educational inequity since she was a student. Although she was tracked into rigorous classes and pushed to attend Ivy League schools, she was frustrated that this wasn't true for all of her peers. This frustration would lead her to pursue a lifelong career as an educator and author of Combating the Achievement Gap: Ending Failure as a Default in Schools. Now, as a superintendent, Hill works hard to lead a district where no student encounters what she calls, “failure as a default” or a mindset that accepts that some groups of students are unlikely to succeed no matter how they are educated. Hill believes that all students are capable of success given the appropriate support and that this belief must be non-negotiable for educators.  In this episode, Hill shares how recognizing and dismantling the “failure as a default” mentality raises the bar for student success. Check out Combating the Achievement Gap: Ending Failure as a Default in Schools by Dr. Hill wherever you purchase your books.Dr. Teresa Hill (LinkedIn)South Holland School District #151 (@shsd151) Subscribe to SchoolCEO at SchoolCEO.com for more advice, stories, and strategies for leading your schools. And if you have a story you'd like to share, email us at editor@schoolceo.com.

Today we are with Tacey Clayton Cundy, CEO of CASA Academy. CASA Academy provides early academic foundation and character skills necessary to graduate from college and succeed in life. Before CASA opened, many of the students in CASA's community did not have the opportunity to attend a high performing elementary school. CASA Academy seeks to fill that void and dramatically change the life trajectory for the community's youngest students by ensuring its students are on the path to graduation from college. Listen to today's episode to learn more about CASA Academy and their recent grant from the A for Arizona Expansion and Innovation Fund to support new Small Learning Communities in Arizona Episode Highlights: Small learning community grants & A for Arizona Setting high expectations for students  Education that focuses on academics as well as character    Setting Title I students up for success Closing the achievement gap Tutoring/Mentorship Program More on Guest:  Learn more about CASA Academy at https://casaacademy.org/ Check them out on facebook @CasaAcademy More on Love Your School/Links Mentioned in Episode: Hello@loveyourschool.org @LoveYourSchoolAZ www.loveyourschool.org  

HEY:  are you struggling with productivity in your day job, side hustle, or both?  Sign up for your FREE Elevate Your 8 Strategy Session and be featured right here on the show! Something else fun about podcasting is when you can use it as an excuse to catch up with your old friends.  I mean, that's what Zoom is for, right? But seriously - getting together with Mark Martell from the University of Illinois-Chicago for a good 45 minute visit was one of the highlights of the month of December.  Mark and I met when we were both working for University Housing at UIC in 2000, and we've been great friends ever since.  Our interview covers a ton of ground through that 20 year relationship - what drew him to Higher Education, why does he stay, how did he manage to stay at the same institution for almost 20 years, and what was it like working on his PhD while working full time.  Oh, and why is Wonder Woman the shit, and who performs “Elephant Love Song Medley” the best at karaoke.   Mark Martell is a 1.5 generation Filipino American who grew up in Miami, Florida. Mark has 20 years of Higher Ed Administration, including teaching experience, and he holds a PhD in educational policy studies. His research interests include race, gender, comics, education, and Asian American topics. Mark has a chapter in the recent publication Teaching to Close the Achievement Gap for Students of Color: Understanding the Impact of Factors Outside the Classroom (Routledge Press). And don't forget to mark your calendars for February 24th - a NEW version of the show is coming!!!