Podcasts about Carol Ann Tomlinson

Are you an ESL teacher grappling with the challenges of managing an overwhelming student caseload? In this episode of the Equipping ELLs Podcast, host Beth Vaucher shares actionable strategies to help educators prevent burnout while delivering effective support for their English language learners. In this episode, Beth offers practical tips tailored to large caseloads, whether you're handling 30 or 150 students.Key takeaways from this episode include:Developing a "delayed start" schedule to efficiently prioritize newcomer and beginner students.How to advocate for additional support while managing realistic expectations.Differentiation strategies using Carol Ann Tomlinson's framework to meet mixed language levels effectively.Practical advice on building strong communication with homeroom teachers to create a collaborative support system.Tips for creating sustainable routines to ensure both teacher and student success.Beth also emphasizes the importance of self-care, patience, and boundary-setting to maintain balance during a challenging school year. Whether you're new to teaching or a seasoned professional, this episode provides the tools and mindset shifts you need to approach your caseload with confidence.Don't forget to explore resources mentioned in the episode, including ready-made lesson plans and a supportive community inside the Equipping ELLs membership.Get more support:Join the Equipping ELLs Membership Shop our TpT StoreEnter the giveaway:Holiday Giveaway Alert! Leave a review of the Equipping ELLs Podcast, take a screenshot, and you could win one of FIVE $100 Amazon gift cards!Submit your review wherever you listen and take a screenshotUpload your screenshot to enter hereHurry—this giveaway ends 12/14!

Carol Ann Tomlinson is William Clay Parrish, Jr. Professor Emeritus at the University of Virginia's Curry School of Education and Human Development. Prior to joining the faculty at UVa, she was a public school teacher for 21 years. During that time, she taught students in high school, preschool, and middle school, and administered district programs for struggling and advanced learners. She was Virginia's Teacher of the Year in 1974. Carol was named Outstanding Professor at Curry in 2004 and received an All-University Teaching Award in 2008. In 2023, she was #16 on in the Education Week Edu-Scholar Public Presence Rankings of all university-based academics who are contributing most substantially to public debates about schools and schooling. In that same list, she was ranked as the #4 most influential voice in Curriculum & Instruction. Carol is author of over 300 books, book chapters, articles, and other educational materials including: (from ASCD) How to Differentiate Instruction in Academically Diverse Classrooms (3rd Ed.), The Differentiated Classroom: Responding to the Needs of All Learners (2nd Edition), and (with David Sousa) Differentiation and the Brain: How Neuroscience Supports the Learner- Friendly Classroom. Her most recent books are: So Each May Soar: The Principles and Practices of Learner-Centered Classrooms (ASCD, 2021) and Everybody's Classroom: Differentiating for the Shared and Unique Needs of Diverse Learners (Teachers College Press, 2022). Her books on differentiation are available in 15 languages. Carol works throughout the United States and internationally with educators who seek to create classrooms that are more equitable and effective for academically diverse students. -Never intended to be a teacher, but ended up a middle school educator. Traveled and commuted with a friend who became her learning partner. She had a diverse range of needs within her classroom of 40. -If we taught the whole class we were doomed, we needed to  try something new. -We wanted our students as our partners. They told us how to help them more, what they liked, what they disliked, and what we could tweak to make learning better. She remained in that school for 21 years. -Differentiation -is a teaching model and it has to do with everything we do within a classroom and within schools.It can give us guidance to be better in every aspect of how we teach. -Resistance is human. Our job is not to wallow in it but to circumvent it. Our job is to make this classroom better for whoever walks through the door that day. -Coaching should not be a revolving door schedule. There is more opportunity when coaches deeply understand differentiation first and let go of their, “yes, buts…” -Help a teacher move forward confidently and competently-Teaching is complex. A good leader needs to be a little ahead of the game. -Aspire to get better in all elements of teaching- one element at a time. -Voice and choice are important in their learning, they have things they can teach us. Use time and space and materials flexibility. We can reach out to  connect children's experience, their experience and their knowledge.  -Show us that you know this, understand this and then can you show this, and can make a choice in how you show me. Make your choice in how you can show what you know.  -There are many ways to be able to reach out to kids. Putting students at the center of their learning and teaching. What about these students? It is helping them to take charge from there. Scaffolding is so vital to so many learners.  -Grace, the bottom line is grace, everyone in education needs to give themselves and each other grace every single day.   Connect with Carol: Twitter-@cat3y LinkedIn-Carol Ann Tomlinson ASCD - Carol Ann Tomlinson So Each May Soar: The Principles and Practices of Student Centered Instruction or Everybody's Classroom

In this episode, world renown neuroscientist David Sousa and differentiated instruction expert Carol Ann Tomlinson discuss matters of the brain and its connection to effective instructional strategies. Listeners will hear why cooperation, engagement and belonging are precursors to achievement and what they can start to do about it. They will also get some updated definition of terms in desperate need tweaking. Whether you think you know a lot about learning and the brain, or are just getting started, this episode will help you walk away with some new tools to improve practice.

Young children have many different ability levels with math concepts. Understandably, kindergarten and elementary teachers need to reach every student where they are on their learning journey, but it isn't always easy. Dr. Carol Ann Tomlinson, an expert on the topic, gives an overview of how to differentiate math instruction with younger students.  See notes and transcript: https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e793 Sponsor: Thank you, eSpark for sponsoring today's show. eSpark is a differentiation and intervention tool that helps teachers of kindergarten through grade five save time by providing ready-to-go, standards-based reading and math activities that students love. eSpark is free for teachers. Each Quest includes a pre-quiz, framing videos, instructional videos, practice activities, critical thinking challenges, a post-quiz, and an optional student recording. I love that for activities to remain in the eSpark catalog that it must have a high student engagement rating based on a student-chosen thumbs-up or thumbs-down. You can even import NWEA or STAR data to give students a more differentiated experience from the first log on. Oh and did I say it is free for teachers! So, go to go.eSpark.app/coolcatteacher. You'll be glad you did. Carol Ann Tomlinson - Bio as Submitted [caption id="attachment_28916" align="alignright" width="200"] Dr. Carol Ann Tomlinson[/caption] Carol Ann Tomlinson is William Clay Parrish, Jr. Professor Emeritus at the University of Virginia's School of Education and Human Development where she served as Chair of Educational Leadership, Foundations, and Policy, and Co-Director of the University's Institutes on Academic Diversity.  Prior to joining the faculty at UVa, she was a teacher in public schools for 21 years, during which she taught students in high school, preschool, and middle school and also administered programs for struggling and advanced learners.  She was Virginia's Teacher of the Year in 1974.  She was named Outstanding Professor at UVa's School of Education and Human Development in 2004 and received an All-University Teaching Award in 2008.  In 2022, she was ranked #12 in the Education Week Edu-Scholar Public Presence Rankings of the 200 “University-based academics who are contributing most substantially to public debates about schools and schooling,” and as the #4 voice in Curriculum & Instruction.  Carol is the author of over 300 books, book chapters, articles, and other educational materials.  Her two latest books are So Each May Soar: The Principles & Practices of Learner-Centered Classrooms (2021) and Everybody's Classroom: Differentiating for the Shared and Unique Needs of Diverse Learners (2022). Her books are available in 14 languages. She works throughout the United States and internationally with educators who seek to create classrooms that are effective in reaching diverse student populations. Twitter @cat3y Disclosure of Material Connection: This is a “sponsored podcast episode.” The company who sponsored it compensated me via cash payment, gift, or something else of value to include a reference to their product. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I believe will be good for my readers and are from companies I can recommend. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

Stephanie Carbonneau loves to learn and that's evident in her eclectic approach to teaching. As the school year gets started, she's been thinking about how she can rely on her strengths so she can focus on learning and growing her teaching. She states, "There is no mold for a perfect teacher. Imposter Syndrome is REAL. Teacher should do more of what they are good at and less of what they are not." So she keeps her trusty teacher tool box handy as she tries out new things and adapts them for herself and her students. Stephanie also talks about her goal for this year: taking time off of presenting in order to focus on learning. As a result, she is growing as a teacher and accepting only those activities that are authentically her. Bio: Stephanie Carbonneau, a middle school French teacher from Maine, has a Masters degree in Teaching Languages. She is known for her “Glow and Grow” approach to language learning in a mostly deskless environment that focuses on interactive communicative lessons, using authentic resources with CI strategies. Stephanie is co-creator of a Manie Musicale, now serving 3,000 schools both in the states and internationally. Visit the Language Lounge on Twitter - https://twitter.com/langloungepod Connect with Michelle - https://twitter.com/michelleolah Have a comment or question? Leave a voicemail at (207) 888-9819 or email podcast@waysidepublishing.com Produced by Wayside Publishing - https://waysidepublishing.com Watch this episode on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/wayside Show Notes Books: The Teacher's Handbook Judith Shrum and Eileen W. Glisan The Minimalist Teacher - by Tamera Musiowksy-Borneman & C.Y. Arnold Managing ADHD in School: The Best Evidence -Based Methods for Teachers by Russell Barkley, PhD Super 7 and the Sweet 16 https://comprehensibleclassroom.com/2014/05/08/super7sweet16/ Enacting the Work of Language Instruction: High Level Teaching Practices by Eileen Glisan and Richard Donato Rebecca Blouwolff - Blog post 12/29/2015 TALK Rubric https://mmeblouwolff.weebly.com/revolutionized-teaching/interpersonal-boot-camp-using-the-talk-rubric The Keys to Planning for Learning: Effective Curriculum, Unit, and Lesson Design by Donna Clementi Culturally Responsive Teaching - By Geneva Gay Upgrade Your teaching Understanding Neurodiversity by Jay McThighe and Judy Willis,M.D. Differentiation in Your Brain : Learning from Neuroscience to Teach More Effectively by Carol Ann Tomlinson & David A. Sousa Mentions: Rebecca Vallette Thomas Sauer - Tell Project Ashley Uyaguari - deskless classroom #Langbook on Twitter discussing Common Ground by Florencia Henshaw and Maris Hawkins Julie Speno (language Lounge episode 24, April 13, 2022) recommended Managing ADHD in School: The Best Evidence -Based Methods for Teachers Rebecca Blouwolff Paul Sandrock Twitter handle @mmeCarbonneau

January 2022 Bonus Episode: Designing Backward to Move ForwardWhat is the goal of modern education, and are we designing our schools and practices properly to help us meet that goal? That's the central question of this episode with Jay McTighe, who provides a detailed road map to help educators navigate the answers. What should a school's mission statement actually include? What is the most productive and meaningful structure for “professional development” days? And what are we missing when we focus on covering content instead of designing our classrooms for deeper learning?Guest: JayMcTigheResource List:Jay's website: Follow his work and keep up with Jay's latest news and thought leadership. Understanding by Design: Delve into the framework Jay developed with Grant Wiggins to help provide a planning process and structure for schools.Books by Jay: Add Jay's published works to your reading list.Jay's articles on ACSD: Read Jay's writings on topics like “For School Leaders, Reviewing Isolated Lessons isn't Enough,” “Assessing Deeper Learning After a Year of Change,” and more.What is Understanding by Design? Watch a video interview with Jay as he breaks down the key concepts of the framework.A Conversation on Assessment: Jay joins Carol Ann Tomlinson and Dylan Wiliam for a recorded webinar on assessment practices.Full Transcript Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join me as I talk with balanced literacy gurus Joan Kerwin and Lynn Schade from the Teaching and Learning Alliance out of Boston, Massachusetts. You will get so much great information from our conversation, plus these gals are a lot of fun to talk with! Here are a few of the resources we reference: How to Differentiate Instruction in Academically Diverse Classrooms (3rd Edition) by Carol Ann Tomlinson https://amzn.to/2NtfxcT The Differentiated Classroom: Responding to the Needs of All Learners, 2nd Edition by Association for Supervision & Curriculum Development https://amzn.to/30o9Wvv Lucy Calkins' Primary Units of Study https://amzn.to/30jM3VC Lucy Calkins' Reading Units of Study https://amzn.to/30J2lml Lucy Calkins' Units of Study Website http://www.unitsofstudy.com/ Ralph Fletcher Resources: Focus Lessons https://amzn.to/2OhdNDg Twilight Comes Twice https://amzn.to/31J6VSY Fig Pudding https://amzn.to/2LJkhZV Teaching and Learning Alliance Website: https://www.teachinglearningalliance.org/ Teaching and Learning Alliance Blog https://www.teachinglearningalliance.org/blog @teachingandlearningalliance on Instagram --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/coachleadteach/support

Today, we are chatting about one of my favorite topics: Digital Differentiation with G Suite! Differentiation is a big buzzword in teaching, but it is often easier said than done. Let’s discover ways to use our favorite Google tools to level the playing field and make differentiation a reality in your classroom. This student-centered teaching strategy helps us reach all learners. G Suite tools help teachers and students communicate and manage multiple assignments with ease. Listen closely for step-by-step instructions, implementation ideas, and some Google tips that will save you time and reap many benefits for you and your students. I hope this episode inspires you to dig deeper into differentiated instruction, and how to use the tools you have available to support all of the learners in your classroom. In This Episode: [00:28] - Kasey welcomes listeners to the show and reveals today’s topic: Digital Differentiation — with G Suite Tools. [01:17] - This week’s shoutout goes to Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School in Mandeville, LA. They made it through the Dynamic Learning Workshop just before school let out! Learn more about The Dynamic Learning Workshop here and the online course. [03:07] - Let’s discuss digital differentiation using G Suite and why this is such a hot topic. [04:01] - Kasey refers back to the master of differentiated instruction, Carol Ann Tomlinson, who has authored several books on the topic: Managing a Differentiate Classroom How to Differentiate Instruction The Differentiated Classroom [04:56] - Learn what differentiation is and is not. [06:31] - Dig into the 3 components of digital differentiation from Susan Oxvenad. Essential Questions Flexible Learning Paths Teacher as Facilitator [08:11] - Kasey mentions three key areas that can be differentiated: Content, Product, and Process. [08:47] - Why differentiate digitally? Provide Flexible Learning Paths Develop Future-Ready Skills Provide an Effective Way to Use Digital Tools FOR Learning (not just an end product) [09:31] - Kasey breaks down the different Google Tools that teachers can use to support differentiation, including Google Classroom, Google Forms, and Google Slides. Differentiating Assignments in Google Classroom [10:13] - Google Classroom allows teachers to send assignments to only selected students rather than the whole class. [11:14] - Kasey provides some tips for using Google Classroom in conjunction with differentiated assignments (full blog post). Tips for Naming Differentiated Assignments in Google Classroom Always number and use consistent naming conventions For differentiated assignments, consider a group or individual identifier in the assignment title. (Ex: Group 4, Special Assignment, Extra Credit, EC Sarah Jones, or come up with your own consistent naming convention.) Remember the name of the assignment names Drive files. Tips for Differentiated Assignment Directions in GC Get specific with your directions! The more information that is available in Google Classroom, the fewer excuses students have for not completing the assignment and the fewer interruptions you are likely to have. Attach a rubric if you have one! Resource: How to Package Your Digital Assignments Tips for Group Differentiated Assignments in GC Designate a group leader in the assignment. The group leader is responsible for creating any new files and “turning in.” Consider asking students to submit a reflection at the end of group work to help you get the whole picture of the learning process. Student Choice Assignment Tips Number the assignment and detail the choices in the directions and/or in an attached (view only) document. (Note: This is also great way to use digital learning menus and choice boards.) Attach links to digital tools that may be offered as a choice for completing the assignment. (Example: Using one of the digital tools below, create a digital story retelling, “The Tell-Tale Heart,” in your own words.) Long Term Projects, Modifications, or Enrichment For long-term projects, special projects like Genius Hour, or for students with special modifications, you may consider creating a separate “Class.” (Note: This is really only worth the time if these groups are long-term, or reused.) (For more ideas, listen to episode 5 of The Google Teacher Tribe.) Using G Suite to Create Interactive Choice Boards [15:43] - G Suite is the perfect companion to create digital choice boards. Learn more in Episode 8, and get the FREE eBook! [16:34] - Kasey talks about creating choice boards in G Suite. Choice Board Templates and Resources Novel Study Tic-Tac-Toe Chrome PD Tic-Tac-Toe Tommy’s Spall’s Student Creation Menu Amber Teamann and Melinda Miller’s PD BINGO Interactive Learning Menus Blog Post Laurie Westphal’s books on Learning Menus How to Differentiate Questions in Google Forms [19:18] - We dive into Google Forms and how you can differentiate questions (full blog post) and allow students to review content, go on a Choose Your Own Adventure, or even have the questions get progressively more difficult. [21:16] - Kasey provides an example of how to use Google Forms to create a branching assessment or review. [25:00] - Google Forms can be very complicated. Kasey offers great tips to make your forms successful and effective teaching tools. Google Forms Branching Tips Start small, just a few questions. Map out your branches before you begin. Utilize the page titles and descriptions to help you organize. Test it! Then, test it again! Remember, this type of assessment will not be graded--Assessment FOR Learning! Your spreadsheet will not be pretty! But that’s okay! Kids are smart! You must facilitate this type of assessment.   Other Ways to Use Branching in Google Forms When a student answers correctly, they could be taken to a harder question. When a student answers incorrectly, you could show more specifically where they went wrong with each answer choice (not just review a concept)–like solving a math problem incorrectly. Student choice: Use this feature to allow students to select from a menu of choices to demonstrate their learning, then upload the file to the form to submit. The spreadsheet would allow you to see what they select and should be working on during class. Gamify! What if every correct answer revealed a clue or a puzzle piece? Students could collect and work individually or collaboratively to put together. Put this feature in students’ hands and let them create something for their class, or another class to teach a skill, or play a game. [20:16] - A friend of Kasey’s, Sylvia Duckworth, created a Choose Your Own Adventure form for her French class that allowed students to create their own ending to a story! Differentiate with Google Slides [30:08] - We can’t leave out Google Slides, the Swiss army knife of G Suite! Kasey gives tips on how to use slides to create interactive assignments. Choose Your Own Adventure with Google Slides by Sylvia Duckworth Podcast Question of the Week [33:13] - Kasey shares the podcast questions of the week: “How do you use digital tools to differentiate learning in your classroom? Name one new idea you will try in your classroom.” Post your answer to your favorite social media platform using the hashtag #ShakeUpLearning, or share it in the Shake Up Learning Community on Facebook! [34:35] - Thank you for tuning in! Please subscribe to the podcast, and leave a review on iTunes. (Bonus points if you use the word “y’all” in your review!) Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episode: The Shake Up Learning Show The Shake Up Learning Community on Facebook Join the Shake Up Learning Book Study! Shake Up Learning: Practical Ideas to Move Learning from Static to Dynamic by Kasey Bell ASCD Publishing Carol Ann Tomlinson Google Classroom Google Forms The Shake Up Learning Show episode 8: The Teacher’s Guide to Digital Choice Boards (includes resources for G Suite) Sylvia Duckworth - How to Sketchnote

I have been a fan of choice boards (aka learning menus) since my first few years of teaching. I even shared some choice boards and ideas in my book, Shake Up Learning: Practical Ideas to Move Learning From Static to Dynamic. As a middle school language arts teacher, I began teaching the way I was taught--every student did the same thing at the same time. But as I began to improve my craft and implement things like small group instruction, I learned that we can differentiate, offer choice, and have multiple learning opportunities happening at the same time--even in secondary. What is a Choice Board? IT’S ALL ABOUT CHOICE! Learning menus (aka choice boards) are a form of differentiated learning that gives students a menu or choice of learning activities. Learning menus and choice boards can be created in a variety of styles and mediums. They’ve been around for a long time and originated in a static, paper format. With digital tools, we can bring the menus to life with interactivity and creation. Why Use Choice Boards? Choice boards provide students with flexible learning paths to the learning goal. Every student has different strengths, learning styles, and interests, and choice boards allow us to reach more learners in new and different ways. Choice boards help teachers differentiate. There are many ways to differentiate for our students. Providing choice allows us to give students a voice in their own learning. It’s student centered! “…at its core, differentiated instruction means addressing ways in which students vary as learners.” – Carol Ann Tomlinson   In This Episode: [00:28] - Kasey welcomes listeners to today’s episode, and explains that its topic will be choice boards (specifically digital choice boards). [02:43] - Today’s shout out goes to Rudder Middle School in Northside ISD, in San Antonio, Texas! [05:43] - Kasey talks about this week’s question, which comes from Mike Mohammed. He wants to know how people have been using technology to help students set goals and track their progress. [07:46] - We hear an introduction to the meat of the episode, which is the teacher’s guide to digital choice boards. [09:51] - What exactly is a choice board, or a learning menu? [11:19] - We learn about some of the benefits of using choice boards, and what they can offer students. [13:13] - Kasey digs into what choice boards look like and explains that they can be as simple or creative as you like. She also talks about how versatile they can. [15:13] - Are choice boards and hyperdocs the same thing? [16:11] - We hear about some of the types of learning menus, such as a simple list, a bingo board, or a restaurant-style menu. [17:28] - Kasey talks about the tic-tac-toe choice board, which is one of her favorites. [18:36] - The lesson design for choice boards is something that Kasey has learned the hard way, she points out. She then explains three things that you should notice on her tic-tac-toe templates. [23:36] - Kasey gives an example of how her color-coding could work, and talks about the option of making the middle square a free option (pending teacher approval, of course). [26:22] - Kasey talks listeners through the tic-tac-toe templates that she’s sharing today. [31:16] - There are many other options for designing choice boards, Kasey points out; they don’t have to be tic-tac-toe style! [33:48] - Kasey mentions a few other types of learning menus. [36:09] - We learn about the menu that Kasey shared in episode 2 of this podcast, which was the 4 C’s Digital Learning Menu. [36:53] - Kasey chats about some project ideas that can go onto a choice board. [39:31] - We hear some final tips on choice boards. [42:01] - Ready for the podcast question of the week? Here you go: where can you begin integrating choice boards in your classroom? What choices will you give? How will you assess the learning? [42:38] - Kasey talks about how she can help with the Google Certification process through her three online courses: The Google Certified Educator Level 1 Academy The Google Certified Educator Level 2 Academy Become a Google Certified Trainer Online Course Interested in all three? Bundle them to save! Enrollment opens on May 21st for a limited time, and if you miss your chance, you’ll need to wait until November for another opportunity to sign up. Head to this link to learn more! [45:05] - Thanks so much for tuning in! Don’t forget to subscribe so you can hear a new episode each week, and please leave a review (bonus points for using the word “y’all”!) so other teachers can find the podcast.   Links and Resources: The Shake Up Learning Show The Shake Up Learning Community on Facebook Join the Shake Up Learning Book Study! Shake Up Learning: Practical Ideas to Move Learning from Static to Dynamic by Kasey Bell Education Podcast Network Mike Mohammed Tom Spall Amber Teamann The 4 C’s: The Superfoods of Learning - SULS002  

This episode is one that allows us to learn more about the thought behind Differentiation—where it's going, where it's been, and also provides the opportunity to hear some of the ideas around education from Carol Ann Tomlinson, who really has transformed modern education practice. It was a pleasure and privilege to have a conversation with her. In this episode, we are also joined by Mindy Moran, who was a student of Carol's and is a lead coach with Albemarle County Schools.

Show Notes: During Part 2 of our interview with Dr. Carol Ann Tomlinson, we discuss the following:  How does one implement differentiated instruction? Where to start? What does differentiation look like when implemented with fidelity? Are there limits to differentiation?

Show Notes: During today's show (a two-parter!), we talk with the legendary, the one and only, Dr. Carol Ann Tomlinson about all things differentiation. During Part 1, we focus on the "big picture" of differentiated instruction:   Inspiration for beginning research on differentiation... Maintaining high expectations for all... Improving belief systems in teachers...

In this segment, we clarify the myths and misconceptions about differentiation. Follow: @mjanatovich @cat3y @ASCD @bamradionetwork Carol Ann Tomlinson is William Clay Parrish, Jr. Professor and Chair of Educational Leadership, Foundations, and Policy and co-director of the Institutes on Academic Diversity at the Curry School of Education, University of Virginia. She is the leading authority on differentiated instruction and one of the most influential voices in education. Her books include The Differentiated Classroom and How to Differentiate Instruction in Academically Diverse Classrooms. Host Mike Janatovich is the assistant principal of Harmon Middle School in Aurora, OH, and an ASCD Emerging Leader.

Leading school change is part science, part art and very difficult to achieve for even the most skilled leaders. Join us as we talk about some of the barriers to school change and how to break through them. Follow: @akoonlaba @cat3y @ASCD @bamradionetwork Carol Ann Tomlinson is William Clay Parrish, Jr. Professor and Chair of Educational Leadership, Foundations, and Policy and co-director of the Institutes on Academic Diversity at the Curry School of Education, University of Virginia. She is the leading authority on differentiated instruction and one of the most influential voices in education. Her books include The Differentiated Classroom: Responding to the Needs of All Learners.. ASCD Emerging Leader and host Amanda Koonlaba, Ed.S., NBCT, is a teacher, artist, and writer.

Terry Heick talks with the godmother of differentiation, Carol Ann Tomlinson, about what differentiation is, why it's important, and how to begin to realize it in your classroom.

Kayla Cunningham, of the Rhode Island Guide to Personalized Learning Podcast Team, summarizes and reviews "The Differentiated Classroom: Responding to the Needs of All Learners", the classic text by Carol Ann Tomlinson. Enjoy the episode and remember, learning is always personal.

Listen to Andrew Belanger's review and summary of David A. Souza and Carol Ann Tomlinson's "Differentiation and the Brain: How Neuroscience Supports the Learner-Friendly Classroom". and remember... learning is always personal!

Features Carol Ann Tomlinson, interviewed by April Tibbles, NMSA director of publications. Carol is a recognized expert on gifted and talented students, meeting the needs of all students, and differentiated learning. This show discusses Carol's recent book Smart in the Middle Grades: Classrooms That Work for Bright Middle Schoolers. Carol offers some insights about working with high ability and high potential students.