Podcasts about differentiate instruction

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

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Unruly Studios. The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.Math anxiety and negative associations with math are common among elementary students and can develop as early as kindergarten. This can lead to avoidance and low achievement in math. However, increasing student engagement through varied instructional tactics can help students build confidence and resiliency in math. To be flexible problem solvers, students need strong number sense and a toolbox of strategies to choose from, and educators need the math foundation and support to do this in their classrooms.In this edWeb podcast, current principal and former elementary educator Emma Simmons and elementary educators Emily Semrad and Elijah Ortiz share:Current challenges faced in math education, including data insights from principals across the United StatesHow administrators can shape teachers' instruction to cultivate flexible problem solversMath classroom strategies that help students stay engaged in their learning and in turn, build more positive associations with mathThe goal of this session is for listeners to leave with strategies they can implement into their teaching practice to increase engagement and differentiate instruction. Emma, Elijah, and Emily have worked with a variety of grade levels and student populations, providing them all with a robust toolbox of math strategies.This edWeb podcast is of interest to elementary teachers, school and district leaders, education technology leaders, and math curriculum coordinators and directors.Unruly Studios The Only Cross-Curricular Platform That Gets Students Out of Their Seats and MovingDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

Welcome to Coaching Conversations, where we explore innovative approaches to teaching and learning. Today I have the pleasure of speaking with my dear friend and extraordinary voice in education, Carol Tomlinson. I'm your host, Jim Knight, and I'm excited to bring you insights from the forefront of education.With a focus on curriculum, differentiated instruction, and formative assessment, Carol's  work at the University of Virginia has always aimed to empower classroom teachers to enhance the learning experiences of diverse learners. Through over 300 publications, including bestselling books like How to Differentiate Instruction in Academically Diverse Classrooms and The Differentiated Classroom, Carol has strived to provide practical strategies for educators worldwide.Named Outstanding Professor at UVA's School of Education and recognized as #12 in the Education Week Edu-Scholar Public Presence Rankings, my commitment to advancing educational discourse remains steadfast. Whether it's through her writing or collaborations with educators nationally and internationally, Carol's goal is to foster learner-centered classrooms where every student can thrive.Join me on Coaching Conversations as we delve into the principles and practices of differentiation, formative assessment, and creating inclusive learning environments. Whether you're a teacher, a school leader, or simply passionate about education, this podcast is your resource for transformative ideas and actionable strategies.Tune in as we embark on a journey to elevate teaching and learning for all students. I'd love to hear your feedback about my weekly Coaching Conversations. Please consider leaving a rating or review and subscribing to our channel.  To learn more about our Instructional Coaching Institute and how to attend, click here. To learn how to join out System Support: What Administrators need to know virtual workshop, click here. 

You know you need to differentiate, but do you need fresh ideas for HOW to differentiate? This episode is packed full of practical tips that truly make a difference for learners.Episode HighlightsWhat is differentiation?Hands on activitiesTips for giving directions effectivelyGrouping studentsResources and LinksReady for even more FREE differentiation ideas? You'll love this 10 minute training.You might also enjoy this podcast episode about 7 Ways to Use Flexible Seating to Create a Positive Learning EnvironmentBlog Post - Episode 25Let's Connect!Shop ResourcesInstagramWebsiteJoin the Facebook GroupMentioned in this episode:Black History Month Unit for your Social Studies Curriculum Are you an upper elementary teacher looking to find a quality TEKS- and CCSS-aligned resource that covers important events and figures in black history? Looking for minimal-prep and engaging lessons and activities to teach social studies concepts to your 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students? Look no further! Purchase the Black History Month Unit!Love Chocolate? You'll LOVE this resource!Are you an upper elementary teacher looking to find a quality resource that covers the history of chocolate and how chocolate is made? Looking for minimal-prep and engaging lessons and activities to teach nonfiction, informational or expository text to your 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade students? You'll love this FUN 3-week unit all about chocolate! The Story of Chocolate Unit starts with an engaging fiction story about a chocolate bear. Students compare characteristics of fiction and nonfiction text before diving into the interesting history of the cocoa bean, how they are harvested and processed, and how they turn into the delicious chocolate treats we know and love! This 3-week unit includes lesson plans, digital slideshows, colorful and real photos, informational passages, vocabulary and comprehension questions, a project, unit assessment, and more.The Story of Chocolate Nonfiction Unit

Join us in this enlightening episode as we explore the fascinating world of gifted education. During this episode, Stephanie Higgs dives into the identification process and uncovers the unique characteristics that gifted students possess. She discusses the importance of casting a wider net when identifying gifted learners and offers practical tips for educators to tailor instruction to meet the diverse needs of gifted learners. Discover how to move away from a one-size-fits-all approach and create meaningful learning experiences that challenge and engage these exceptional students.Whether you're an educator, parent, or simply intrigued by the world of gifted education, this episode will equip you with valuable strategies and insights to unlock the full potential of gifted learners and create an inclusive learning environment for all. Tune in now and embark on a transformative journey in education!Let's Connect!Want to connect with Stephanie Higgs? Visit her website or follow her on Instagram and YouTube.You can connect with our host Erica Terry on Instagram and LinkedIn. Be sure to check out her website https://www.ericanterry.com for co-teaching and tips to use your classroom experience to become an author.You can connect with the TeacherGoals community on Facebook, LinkedIn, Youtube, Instagram, and Twitter.If you'd like to engage in Q&A with our guests during the live interview or interact with a rockstar community of educators, then you definitely want to join the TeacherGoals Facebook group.

Differentiating instruction is challenging. But we're sharing how technology can help! Interventionist Becky Walker from the Blackfoot School District discusses how she's leveraged tech to meet the needs of her diverse student population.Teachers in America profiles K–12 teachers across the country. Hear firsthand from the people who are shaping young lives in the classroom every day. If you or someone you know would be a good candidate for Teachers in America, please email us at shaped@hmhco.com.

In this episode: After listening to this episode you will leave with clarity around the what, the why and the how of differentiated instruction in the upper elementary classroom.  I talk about: 1.What- What is differentiated instruction anyway? 2. Why- Why does differentiated instruction matter? 3. How-How do I differentiate instruction in my upper elementary literacy classroom? Quotables:  - Differentiation is the ability of the teacher to ensure that content, process, product or accountability are structured in such a way that all students are able to access the curriculum and set on a path to demonstrate mastery of the grade level standards. -All students deserve to feel some measure of success in a day. One way to make this happen is to create paths for them to be able to access mastery of the standards we teach them each day.  - An intentional mini lesson really is the best vehicle for delivering high quality research based instruction.  -Small group and whole group  instruction can both be ineffective if they are poorly planned and all around unintentional. Links to resources mentioned in the podcast: What is tier 1 instruction in the upper elementary classroom? Grab my free guide for keeping your mini lesson mini  Get on the mini lesson revamp bootcamp waitlist Book a discovery call for one on one coaching or school professional development Next Steps: If this episode resonated with you, take a screenshot of the episode and tag me on instagram @msevamireles.  This helps my show remain active in order to continue to help other upper elementary teachers get ideas they can use in their class today. The Reading Teacher's Playbook  Search for my show on iTunes or Stitcher. Click on ‘Ratings and Reviews.' Under ‘Customer Reviews,' click on “Write a Review.” Sign in with your iTunes or Stitcher log-in info Leave a Rating: Tap the greyed out stars (5 being the best) Leave a Review: Type in a Title and Description of your thoughts on my podcast Click ‘Send' --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eva-mireles/message

From poetry to puppetry—fourth grade teacher and artist Toney Jackson in Hackensack, NJ loves to bring his passion for the arts into his teaching practice. In this episode, Toney shares how he incorporates rhymes and raps to differentiate instruction and meet the needs of all his students.Teachers in America profiles K–12 teachers across the country. Hear firsthand from the people who are shaping young lives in the classroom every day. If you or someone you know would be a good candidate for Teachers in America, please email us at shaped@hmhco.com.

When starting a new school year it's important to think of routines, procedures, expectations, and how to set up your classroom - all the basic and foundational aspects. But as some have already started school and are diving into lessons and curriculum, it's time to start thinking of the next aspect of teaching: differentiating instruction. To help give further insight, on today's episode, I have guest Karel Dimalanta and we're discussing how to differentiate instruction to meet every child.  Karel is currently a curriculum designer at Wife Teacher Mommy, but before that, she taught resource special education for 7 years in junior high and elementary schools. Now, she helps create resources for fellow educators so that they can enjoy life to its fullest!  With Karel's expert background knowledge in special education, she gives a fresh perspective on how to differentiate instruction that best fits each child's needs. She first recommends getting to know the needs of your students, which will then assist you in determining what skills they need help with and what tools and strategies to use with them. Sounds like a simple recommendation, but she admits that many educators skip this step and provide more general accommodations that sometimes don't help those students who need them the most. The first part of our conversation revolves around specific ways to differentiate instruction for different subject areas because the skills vary depending on the subject matter. Karel does a great job at answering all of my questions around whole group vs. small group and how to differentiate if you're a general education or special education teacher. She naturally explains ideas and strategies that meet the needs of each student.  Our goal as educators is to teach and meet the needs of each child, knowing that each child learns differently. So the way to accomplish that goal is through differentiating instruction. After listening to my conversation with Karel, you'll know how to differentiate instruction successfully for each of your students.  Resources Mentioned: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/product/kindergarten-6th-grade-monthly-differentiated-reading-comprehension-passages-growing-bundle/ (Monthly Reading Passages Bundle) https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/product/monthly-i-spy-all-concepts/ (I Spy Bundle) https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/sp/wife-teacher-mommy-club/ (Join the Wife Teacher Mommy Club!) https://www.amazon.com/shop/wifeteachermommy/list/V1W1DFIRUL25 (Wife Teacher Mommy: Mentioned on Podcast Amazon List ) Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/how-to-differentiate-instruction (https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/how-to-differentiate-instruction) https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/club (Join Wife Teacher Mommy Club. ) https://www.instagram.com/wifeteachermommy/ (Follow her on Instagram @wifeteachermommy.) https://www.facebook.com/groups/325390458094002 (Join our Facebook group: Wife Teacher Mommies Unite). https://www.pinterest.com/kelseymommy/_created/ (Follow on Pinterest for more helpful resources.)

We've covered a lot of differentiation strategies over the years, and here's one you may not have heard of: backward chaining. It allows students to start a task a few steps ahead, allowing them to experience a sense of completion that might otherwise be out of reach. My guest Melanie Meehan explains how it works.  ------------------- Thanks to Pear Deck and Spinndle for sponsoring this episode. -------------------

In this episode show host James Wilson has a conversation with Nicole Delemeester, Gifted Education Staff Developer, about what differentiation is and is not. In the conversation several technology tools are shared that can aid educators in differentiating educational content, processes, product, and resources.

In today's episode, we will discuss how teachers can differentiate instruction to address the needs of all students. Regardless of what grade you teach, you need to be aware that that there will be students that may need their instruction modified in some way.  

Ever wondered how does differentiation fit within the conversation of inclusion?If so, then this Unleash Learning TV episode is for you. I’m interviewing Richard Villa, internationally known expert on the development of support systems for educating all students in general education. He’s going to share practical tips/advice for people just starting the journey or those wanting to strengthen their practice on differentiation.

As the relentless coronavirus pushes us deeper into this rapid transition to online learning, more challenging questions surface. To what extent can we bring structure to the vast amount of unstructured time students now have? Is it possible to differentiate instruction online? Should we even try? Follow on Twitter: @jonHarper70bd @froehlichm @bamradionetwork Debra Bernstein is the owner and co-director of Lifestone Bible-Based Montessori Preschool and Kindergarten in San Bernardino, California. She began home educating with her first child in 1992 and continued her career through the graduation of her fourth child 22 years later. Debra is a certified Gurian Institute trainer,and has a passion for ensuring all of her students receive the best possible learning opportunities.

Differentiation and Early Finisher activities can go hand in hand. Find out how Nicole Anthony integrates these easy systems into her first-grade classroom. Also, need help finding grade-appropriate and leveled books for your classroom? Today we explore a website that takes the guesswork out of finding great books. Lastly, St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner. Grab this freebie art project and fill your classrooms and hallways with these 24-inch green guys. You are sure to find a gold nugget in today’s episode. If you'd like to get the links, shownotes, and the St. Patrick's Day Art Project freebies from this episode head to: https://www.makingthebasicsfun.com/rockin-this-teacher-thing-episode-4/

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

In this episode, we look at proven strategies for teaching English language learners who are part of mainstream classrooms who are more proficient in English. @larryferlazzo @TonyaWardSinger@ValentinaESL @JennyVo15 @Bamradionetwork Tonya Ward Singer is a literacy and language consultant who helps K-12 educators transform teaching for equity and EL achievement. She is the author of bestsellers EL Excellence Every Day and Opening Doors to Equity. Valentina Gonzalez is a Professional Development Specialist for ELLs in Katy, Texas and taught multiple grades as well as serving K-5 as an ESL specialty teacher and district program facilitator. Jenny Vo earned her B.A. in English from Rice University and her M.Ed. in Educational Leadership from Lamar University and has been teaching for 22 years and is an ESL ISST in Katy ISD in Katy, Texas. Host Larry Ferlazzo is an English and Social Studies teacher at Luther Burbank High School in Sacramento, California.

Differentiating instruction is always a challenge. In this segment, we look at a few effective and less effective ways to use technology to differentiate. @larryferlazzo @gabolhuis @Ajay460 @nsulla @Bamradionetwork Ge-Anne Bolhuis has been an educator for 23 years and is currently serves a district in NW Georgia as an instructional technology specialist and media specialist liaison. Anne Jenks is the principal of a TK - 5 elementary school in Oxnard, California. She is a Leading Edge Certified teacher and the 2015 CUE Site Leader of the Year. Dr. Nancy Sulla is the creator of the Learner-Active, Technology-Infused Classroom and author of the Students Taking Charge. President and founder of IDE Corp. (Innovative Designs for Education) a consultative professional development provider.

We continue our exploration of the GEEFL roadmap to more effective teaching and learning. In this episode, we focus on six elements that make it possible to effectively differentiate instruction for all students. Follow: @jonbergmann @ideasforteacher @jakehabegger @bamradionetwork #edchat #flipclass #teachers Jake Habegger is an 8th Grade Flipped Mastery History Teacher whose goal is to invigorate student learning by meeting them where they are by using technology. Jake is a founding member of the International Faculty with the Flipped Learning Global Initiative (FLGI) and is also one of the “Top 100 K-12 Teachers Leading Flipped Learning Worldwide.”

Emily Lynch talks about how to use iPads in the classroom to differentiate instruction. So many good ways exist to use iPads but how can we personalize it and make it unique? Today as our ongoing spotlight this week on K-2 education, we focus on iPads with younger students and differentiating instruction with them. www.coolcatteacher.com/e372 Sponsored by: The Really Good Stuff Digital Learning Collection. 150+ apps for your student iPads or Google Play devices inside one powerful app. Standards aligned. Personalized to each student. Powerful analytics. Start your free trial today at www.coolcatteacher.com/reallygoodstuff .

Classroom 2.0 LIVE webinar "Differentiate Instruction with HyperDocs in the Elementary Classroom" with special guest presenter, Joli Boucher. March 10, 2018. On Classroom 2.0 LIVE we are huge fans of HyperDocs and had a fantastic webinar with the HyperDoc Girls (Lisa Highfill, Kelly Hilton and Sarah Landis) back in 2016. http://live.classroom20.com/archive-and-resources/hyperdocs-digital-lesson-design-using-google-apps We decided it was time to get an update on what's new and exciting with HyperDocs and are thrilled to welcome Joli Boucher as our special guest presenter this week to do exactly that!! Please join us for renewed inspiration and practical ideas to help you make HyperDocs an integral part of your teaching repertoire! Webinar Description: Over the past couple years, educators around the globe have been sharing their enthusiasm for hyperdocs all over social media. During this webinar, we will explore how hyperdocs can be used to create meaningful, empowering, differentiated lessons for your elementary students. We will explore different examples and digital tools that will not only engage your students, but also help create fabulous inquiry-based, self-paced activities. Joli Boucher is a Technology Integration Specialist within the Plymouth Public Schools. As a former general elementary classroom teacher, she enjoys supporting educators with the implementation of technology in their curriculum to enhance lessons, engage and empower students, and streamline their workflow. Joli also instructs students in Grades K-5 as they visit the computer lab to learn about technology as indicated by the Massachusetts Digital Literacy and Computer Science Curriculum and ISTE Standards. Joli is a Google for Education Certified Trainer, an Apple Teacher, and an ambassador for Seesaw and Flipgrid. Joli received her BA in Elementary Education from Purdue University and her master’s in Instructional Technology from Framingham State University. During the Summer, Joli has provided professional development to teachers throughout New England as a featured speaker for Apps Events. She has been an educator supporting teachers and students for 20 years. Her article “How students in one Massachusetts town learned to love coding” has been featured in the Hechinger Report. Her greatest accomplishment has been being the proud mother to her two children, Jack and Ben. You can connect with Joli on Twitter @joliboucher or visit her website www.flippedtechcoaching.com. https://twitter.com/joliboucher

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.

Download Episode [tweetshare tweet="Differentiation with #GoogleClassroom! #gttribe #googleedu #edtech" username="GTeacherTribe"]BIG UPDATE! Insert #GoogleDrive Videos in #GoogleSlides 4 New Video Features in Google Slides That Will Make Your Day WORD LENS IN JAPANESE: If you don’t speak Japanese, Tokyo can be a confusing and sometimes daunting place to visit. Even if you make it through the complex subway system, you’ll be faced with street signs, menus or products on supermarket shelves that are only in Japanese. With Word Lens now available in Japanese, you’ll never have to worry about taking a wrong turn on a busy Shibuya street or ordering something you wouldn't normally eat. The Google Translate app already lets you snap a photo of Japanese text and get a translation for it in English. But it’s a whole lot more convenient if you can just point your camera and instantly translate text on the go. With Word Lens, you just need to fire up the Translate app, point your camera at the Japanese text, and the English translations will appear overlaid on your screen—even if you don't have an Internet or data connection. It’s every savvy traveler’s dream! Tips: GoogleEDU Tuesday Tips Featured Content Differentiation in Google Classroom What is Differentiation? Why Digital Differentiation? New Feature in G Class Ways to Differentiate in G Class Tips for Differentiated Assignments Resources Google Classroom Update info Digital Differentiation with Google Classroom from Shake Up Learning 5 Ideas for Using Google Classroom’s Differentiation and Grouping Feature Interactive Learning Menus with Google Docs (great for student choice) Alice Keeler’s Google Classroom Resources Google Classroom Resources from Shake Up Learning Shake Up Learning’s Google Classroom Pinterest Board Google Classroom Books: 50 Things You Can Do with Google Classroom by Alice Keeler 50 Things to Go Further with Google Classroom by Alice Keeler The Teacher’s Guide to Google Classroom (with FREE Student Guide) by Kasey Bell Differentiation Books: The Differentiated Classroom: Responding to the Needs of All Learners by Carol Ann Tomlinson How to Differentiate Instruction in Mixed-Ability Classrooms Leading and Managing a Differentiated Classroom (Professional Development) by Carol Ann Tomlinson Kasey’s TCEA Presentations & Resources Google Teacher Tribe Mailbag SpeakPipe from Dr. Mason, http://www.edtechmason.com/ SpeakPipe from Steve from Okinawa, Japan Just dropping a quick note to say how awesome the podcast is. The organization of the show has great flow and the information is varied and informative for a Google teacher of any level. I can't help but smile as I listen to you two banter and would probably do so even if I didn't know you both. Keep up the great work. I look forward to hearing what you have in store for us in the months and years to come. #GTAATX forever! ~ Wanda Terral (Memphis, TN) ON THE BLOGS Matt - https://edukidtionalinsights.wordpress.com/2017/02/12/sharing-digital-books-with-families-google-slides/ Kasey - What is G Suite for Education? Click to make a copy of the Google Doc [shortcode-variables slug="signature"]

In this episode, I speak with Steven Levy, the author of Starting from Scratch: One Classroom Builds Its Own Curriculum (Heinemann, 1996). His book shares his reflections on the complexities of teaching by drawing upon his years spent implementing project-based learning in the elementary grades. We discuss his beginnings and influences, the roles of expertise and curiosity in teaching, and the qualities that make a good teacher. He recommends the following books for listeners interested in his work and our conversation: Leaders of Their Own Learning: Transforming Schools Through Student-Engaged Assessment by Ron Berger, Leah Rugen, and Libby Woodfin How to Differentiate Instruction in Mixed-Ability Classrooms by Carol Ann Tomlinson Levy joins New Books in Education for the interview. You can watch a video of students reflecting on their experiences in his classroom on YouTube. To share your thoughts on the podcast, you can connect with him via email at slevy@elschools.org. Trevor Mattea is an educational consultant and speaker. His areas of expertise include deeper learning, parent involvement, project-based learning, and technology integration. He can be reached by email at info@trevormattea.com or on Twitter at @tsmattea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I speak with Steven Levy, the author of Starting from Scratch: One Classroom Builds Its Own Curriculum (Heinemann, 1996). His book shares his reflections on the complexities of teaching by drawing upon his years spent implementing project-based learning in the elementary grades. We discuss his beginnings and influences, the roles of expertise and curiosity in teaching, and the qualities that make a good teacher. He recommends the following books for listeners interested in his work and our conversation: Leaders of Their Own Learning: Transforming Schools Through Student-Engaged Assessment by Ron Berger, Leah Rugen, and Libby Woodfin How to Differentiate Instruction in Mixed-Ability Classrooms by Carol Ann Tomlinson Levy joins New Books in Education for the interview. You can watch a video of students reflecting on their experiences in his classroom on YouTube. To share your thoughts on the podcast, you can connect with him via email at slevy@elschools.org. Trevor Mattea is an educational consultant and speaker. His areas of expertise include deeper learning, parent involvement, project-based learning, and technology integration. He can be reached by email at info@trevormattea.com or on Twitter at @tsmattea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're trying to figure out an easy way to manage differentiated instruction, this episode will be a big help. Teacher Tracy Enos explains how she uses student playlists--customized, digital lists of assignments she assigns to students based on their individual needs. A playlist might contain links to videos, online articles, or interactive lessons that live somewhere online. It could also include reading assignments from actual physical books or even written exercises that come from a station or center in the classroom. Playlists could be used for any grade level and any subject area.This is definitely a system worth considering for any classroom!

Cheryl Costello Academic Tech Coordinator at Cheshire Academy,an independent school in Cheshire, CT. Member of #CAIS Commission on Technology Subscribe on iTunes   In this episode you will learn: How she began using technology as a tool to differentiate instruction How she managed to go from a stay-at home mom to a successful teacher What she learned about flexibility in lesson panning and how she learned it The time and planning that goes into successful teaching Why everyone should readMindset by Carol Dweck How you can create a personal learning community on Twitter Why you should read education blogs like Edutopia and Ed Tech Teacher How her passion for her content showed through her students' work     The post #65 Tech as a Tool to Differentiate Instruction appeared first on Talks with Teachers.

In this segment we explore best practices and misguided approaches to differentiating instruction. Follow: @cat3y @larryferlazzo @bamradionetwork Carol Tomlinson is William Clay Parrish, Jr. Professor and Chair of Educational Leadership, Foundations, and Policy at the University of Virginia’s Curry School of Education. Her work on differentiation has been translated into 13 languages. She works with teachers in the U.S. and internationally who want to create more academically responsive classrooms.