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Welcome back to another episode of School Counseling Simplified! Today we are going behind the scenes to talk about how to create engaging class lessons that keep students interested and make your counseling program run smoothly all year long. 1. How to Map Out Lessons for the Year Start by looking at your school calendar and noting upcoming dates, themes, and holidays. For example, October is Bullying Prevention Month, which is a great time to plan related lessons. Review your referral data and needs assessment responses to identify key areas of focus. Check what curriculum your school already uses, such as Second Step, and build from there. You can also base lessons around books to make topics more engaging. Planning tip: Repurpose content across multiple grade levels to save time and stay consistent. 2. How to Create Lessons Using a Simple Framework Use this five-step framework for 20–30 minute lessons: Icebreaker (5 minutes): Start with a fun, short activity to grab attention. Lesson (10 minutes): Teach the main concept or skill. Discussion (5 minutes): Have students talk in pairs, groups, or as a class. Reflect/Review: Leave time for students to write, draw, or journal about what they learned. Data Collection: Use quick self-assessments to measure understanding. Planning tip: Repurpose small group or individual activities by slightly modifying them for classroom use. 3. How to Get Creative Make lessons interactive by incorporating elements such as Scoot Games, Escape Rooms, Digital Game Shows, Breakout Groups, or PowerPoint and Google Slides presentations. These activities help reinforce learning and keep students engaged. 4. How to Engage Students with Movement Movement keeps students focused and helps with participation. Add movement to your icebreakers, activities, and discussions with ideas like: Sides of the room Simon Says Stand up and sit down Role play Charades Beach ball toss or jumbo discussion die By intentionally planning, getting creative, and incorporating movement, you can design classroom lessons that are fun, effective, and memorable. Tune in to this episode to hear how I use these strategies step-by-step to make classroom lessons engaging and stress-free!   Resources Mentioned: Join IMPACT Connect with Rachel: TpT Store Blog Instagram Facebook Page Facebook Group Pinterest Youtube   More About School Counseling Simplified: School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica. You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!    

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Renaissance.The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.Now more than ever, schools and districts need proven strategies to reduce student absenteeism—and to quickly address attendance issues before they become chronic. Join three MTSS experts for an in-depth discussion of using data and supports most effectively to prevent student absences this school year.In this edWeb podcast, you explore:The four root causes of absenteeism across K‒12Gathering the right data to assess each student's level of riskAligning tiered resources and supports to best engage students in schoolCommunicating with families and communities to reverse common misconceptions about absenteeismThis edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 school leaders, district leaders, MTSS directors, and school social workers.RenaissanceAccelerate learning for children and adults of all ability levels and ethnic and social backgrounds.Disclaimer: 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.

Send us a textHave you ever noticed that some students struggle to see their progress in an acquisition-driven classroom?When your lessons focus on comprehensible input and communication, progress can feel invisible to students used to “right or wrong” answers. That's why Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) can be such a game-changer.In this episode, I talk with Dr. Claudia Fernández, one of the leading voices on TBLT, about how this approach helps students engage in authentic language use to achieve a real communicative goal.You'll hear strategies for bringing TBLT into your classroom while keeping language acquisition and connection at the heart of instruction.Key TakeawaysA task isn't just an activity. It has a clear communicative outcome that mirrors real-life language use.Authenticity builds motivation. Students feel successful because they accomplish something meaningful.TBLT aligns with CI. It naturally supports acquisition through input, interaction, and purpose.You can adapt it anywhere. From textbook classes to upper levels, TBLT fits any context.Why It MattersTask-Based Language Teaching bridges the gap between knowing about language and using language.It helps students experience the power of communication — not just as practice, but as a purpose.Recommended Resources for Teachers:Bill VanPatten – The Nature of Language and While We're on the TopicMartin East – Foundational Principles of Task-Based Language Teaching (Free online)Daniel O. Jackson – Task-Based Language Teaching: A Concise IntroductionFlorencia Henshaw & Maris Hawkins – Common GroundTBLT Task Bank – Community-shared tasks by level and themeGrowing With Proficiency The Podcast Playlist about Acquisition, Language and Communication. More resources:Join the waitlist for Growing With Proficiency: The Spanish Teacher Academy → growingwithproficiency.com/academyFollow me on Instagram @claudiamelliott ​​

In this episode, we bust the myth of libraries as ‘silent spaces' and explore their vibrant possibilities with Jade, Teacher Librarian and NSW Premier's Programs Officer.Follow Jade's pathway to retraining as a teacher librarian, a unique role where her passion for literacy, student wellbeing and a love for reading can truly thrive.From ‘Throw Rug Thursdays' and ‘Murder Mystery Mondays' to pop-up playground libraries and chess competitions inspired by The Queen's Gambit, Jade shares creative ways to bring books to life and spark student engagement.New and aspiring teacher librarians will find practical tips on building a student-led library team, collaborating with classroom teachers, and integrating the library into key learning areas (yes, even mathematics and science!).We also dive into Jade's involvement with the Premier's Reading Challenge – exploring why students should participate and how teachers can embed it into everyday classroom practice.Join us for inspiration, ideas and heartfelt stories that reveal why the library truly is a thriving hub of curiosity, creativity and connection. We acknowledge that this episode of the Teach NSW Podcast was recorded on the homelands of the Darug people. We pay respect to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples listening to the Teach NSW Podcast today. Connect with usIf you would like to provide feedback or suggestions for future episodes, please contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠teachnsw@det.nsw.edu.au⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get in touch with the Teach NSW Podcast team. Follow the Teach NSW team on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠X (Twitter)⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ to be the first to know when new episodes are released.Resources and useful links:Teach NSW - become a teacher in a NSW public school and find out how a career in teaching can open doors for you.NSW Premier's Reading Challenge - get involved in the annual Challenge to encourage a love of reading in students from Kindergarten to Year 10.NSW Premier's Reading Challenge Book Lists - access the Premier's Reading Challenge reading lists, organised by Challenge level.Teacher Librarian Statewide Staffroom - connect and share advice, resources and learnings with other teacher librarians in NSW public schools.

How can educators help students stop fearing their sins and start trusting Christ? In this episode, Professor Stephan Taeger discusses his article “Declared Guiltless: Justification by Faith in the Latter-day Saint Classroom.” He explores how teaching justification by faith can transform our classrooms. Addressing both guilt-ridden and morally indifferent students, he clarifies the doctrine using scripture, prophetic teachings, and scholarly insights. Taeger explains how understanding grace and justification fosters peace, inspires obedience, and strengthens discipleship. He offers practical teaching models that help students internalize their justified state and live with hope, love, and purpose. This episode empowers gospel educators to teach grace with clarity and conviction.   Publications: “Declared Guiltless: Justification by Faith in the Latter-day Saint Classroom,” Religious Educator, 25.2, 2024 Joseph Smith as a Visionary: Heavenly Manifestations in the Latter Days, Religious Studies Center, 2025 “By Our Own Transgressions: Understanding God's Punishment,” in This Great and Lasting War: Studies in Alma 45–63, Religious Studies Center, 2025 “The Word Made Flesh: Teaching the Gospel Concretely,” Religious Educator, 18.1, 2017 “Using Elements of Narrative to Engage Students,” Religious Educator, 16.3, 2015   Click here to learn more about Stephan Taeger

When was the last time you were able to get your students super motivated with a paper plate? When was the last time you increased student engagement with a reverse card from Uno? When was the last time you handed out notecards and nobody refused to participate? Because after listening to this week's episode of This Teacher Life podcast, you are going to be so excited to bust out paper products! And the best part, they are going to product student results. In this special episode with guest, Jack Berckemyer, we unpack 3 super simple ways to engage students. I promise you will laugh and learn in this one! Episode Notes:  Get Awesome Teacher Books Perfect for Summer Reading Here: monicagenta.com/books Check Out the Amazing Giant & Mini Uno Cards Here monicagenta.com/amazon Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

#193Do you use task cards? How can we get the most out of them in our language classrooms? Task cards are useful tools for building engagement, supporting proficiency, and adding variety to your routines. In this episode, we're looking at 15 creative ways to use task cards. You might already have a few that you like to use, and after this episode you have lots more.Blog Post with all 15 ways to use task cards in your language classroom.Topics in this Episode:what task cards arewhat to put on task cards15 ways to use task cards in the language classroomWarm-Ups (Do Nows)Fast FinishersExit TicketStation ActivityScootDifferentiationBack to BackTraditional Board GamesQuiz GamesInteractive Bulletin BoardScavenger HuntIndividual BoardsSub ActivityBinder SheetsAssessmentsBlog Post with all 15 ways to use task cards in your language classroom.Connect with Joshua and the World Language Classroom Community: wlclassrom.comX (aka Twitter):  @wlclassroomThreads: @wlclassroomInstagram:  @wlclassroomFacebook:  /wlclassroomWLClassroom Facebook Group__________________________Interested in having Joshua work directly with your department, school or district?  Look at options for collaborating in person or remotely.______________________________Sign up for Talking Points to get  tips, tools and resources for your language teaching.______________________________Join Joshua as a guest on the podcast.______________________________Join Joshua for a Leveling Up Coaching Episode  on the podcast.  Send me a text and let me know your thoughts on this episode or the podcast.

Dr. Marc Isseks, author of Captivate: Engaging and Empowering Students in a World of Digital Distractions, talks bluntly about cell phone policies and his opinion that attempting to ban cell phones is pointless. He also discusses the ways that you can engage students who have a short attention span (sometimes it feels like zero, but there are a few seconds -- 3 seconds. Some would say that is zero!) His thoughts on starting class are important ones to discuss. Whether it is pop culture, or other tips he offers, we can engage students in learning from the moment they walk in the door. Show notes: https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e877  

If you've ever wondered how to make your lessons more engaging and memorable, you're in the right place! In this episode, I'll share creative strategies like using historical fiction, debates, and interactive timelines to help your students connect with the content, encourage active learning, and even develop empathy for the people and events they're studying.Episode HighlightsBringing history to life with historical fictionSparking engagement with debates on historical and cultural topicsCreating interactive timelinesDesigning cultural exploration projectsEngaging with primary sources and mock scenariosBuilding hands-on geography projectsResources and LinksUsing Timelines in Social StudiesLibrary of Congress - Primary SourcesLet's Connect!Check out the episode show notes!Shop TPT ResourcesInstagramWebsiteJoin the Facebook GroupMentioned in this episode:3-Part Test Prep SeriesTesting season is upon us! Tune into The Social Studies Teacher Podcast in March for a special 3-part test prep series with 3 special guests! You can also watch on my Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thesouthernteach

Let's talk. Send me a text message! Want to make math feel relevant? In this episode, Kristen shares tips for connecting math lessons to students' lives and interests. Plus, learn how to use AI tools to find real-world examples and data to bring into your classroom!

When was the last time you were able to get your students super motivated with a paper plate? When was the last time you increased student engagement with a reverse card from Uno? When was the last time you handed out notecards and nobody refused to participate? Because after listening to this week’s episode of This Teacher Life podcast, you are going to be so excited to bust out paper products! And the best part, they are going to product student results. In this special episode with guest, Jack Berckemyer, we unpack 3 super simple ways to engage students. I promise you will laugh and learn in this one! Episode Notes:  First Call for the Game Changers Course Filled with TONS of Student Engagement Ideas: monicagenta.com/courses Check Out the Amazing Giant & Mini Uno Cards Here monicagenta.com/amazon Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

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Stephan Taeger is an assistant professor in Ancient Scripture at Brigham Young University. He received a PhD from BYU in Instructional Design and Technology in 2018. Stephan's research focuses on homiletics (the study of preaching), narrative instruction, and ancient scripture. He is also an author and co-host of the RVVL podcast with David Butler. Links Religious Educator: "Using Elements of Narrative to Engage Students" StephanTaeger.com RVVL Podcast Ears to Hear: Mini Sermons That Make You Think Share your thoughts in the Leading Saints community Transcript coming soon Get 14-day access to the Core Leader Library Highlights Coming soon The award-winning Leading Saints Podcast is one of the top independent Latter-day Saints podcasts as part of nonprofit Leading Saints' mission to help Latter-day Saints be better prepared to lead. Learn more and listen to any of the past episodes for free at LeadingSaints.org. Past guests include Emily Belle Freeman, David Butler, Hank Smith, John Bytheway, Reyna and Elena Aburto, Liz Wiseman, Stephen M. R. Covey, Elder Alvin F. Meredith III, Julie Beck, Brad Wilcox, Jody Moore, Tony Overbay, John H. Groberg, Elaine Dalton, Tad R. Callister, Lynn G. Robbins, J. Devn Cornish, Bonnie Oscarson, Dennis B. Neuenschwander, Kirby Heyborne, Taysom Hill Anthony Sweat, John Hilton III, Barbara Morgan Gardner, Blair Hodges, Whitney Johnson, Ryan Gottfredson, Greg McKeown, Ganel-Lyn Condie, Michael Goodman, Wendy Ulrich, Richard Ostler, and many more in over 700 episodes. Discover podcasts, articles, virtual conferences, and live events related to callings such as the bishopric, Relief Society, elders quorum, Primary, youth leadership, stake leadership, ward mission, ward council, young adults, ministering, and teaching.

In this episode of Music Ed Insights, Alan and Steve share a simple strategy to engage students and reduce stress through effective delegation. Learn how to delegate tasks in three categories: Organize, Teach, and Appreciate. From managing classroom materials to teaching peers and showing gratitude, these strategies empower students while giving you more time to focus on what matters. Tune in for practical tips to make your teaching life easier!

Let's talk. Send me a text message! In this episode of The Modern Math Teacher, we're talking about how you can make math relevant and exciting by integrating election data into your algebra lessons. With the upcoming 2024 election, there's no better time to show students how mathematical concepts can be used to analyze voter turnout trends and make predictions. I'll walk you through the Election 2024 Math Project—a project-based learning experience that gets students working with real data, calculating statistics, and modeling outcomes. By the end of this episode, you'll have the tools and strategies to engage your students in critical thinking about the math behind elections, all while hitting key Common Core standards.Key Takeaways:Why Election Data Matters in Math Class: Learn how incorporating election data into your lessons makes math relevant and cross-curricular.Using Statistics to Explore Voter Turnout: Explore how students can calculate voter turnout trends by age group and other demographics, using mean, median, standard deviation, and more.Modeling Data for Future Predictions: Discover how students can use real data to predict future election outcomes using normal distribution and other algebraic concepts.Ready-to-Use Resources: Learn about the student handouts, step-by-step instructions, and data analysis tools included in the Election 2024 Math Project.Tech Tools to Support the Project: Tips on using Google Sheets, Desmos, and other tools to help students model and visualize their data.Resources Mentioned:

Let's talk. Send me a text message! In this exciting episode of The Modern Math Teacher, we dive into some of the most debated topics in math education with Juliana Tapper, author of the upcoming book Teaching 6-12 Math Intervention. Juliana shares her insights on when direct instruction is not just effective—but essential--yup you heard that right!—for struggling students. We also tackle the controversial practice of cold calling, how it can actually boost engagement, and why it's misunderstood in today's classrooms.

This conversation explores the significance of brain synchrony in education, emphasizing the importance of diverse teaching methods, social connections among students, and the role of teachers in facilitating engagement. The discussion highlights research findings that link student engagement to academic success and offers practical strategies for teachers to enhance learning environments. Follow on Twitter: @SuzanneDikker @mrs_frommert @YoukiTerada @jonHarper70bd @bamradionetwork Suzanne Dikker's work merges neuroscience, digital art, and education to bring human brain and behavior research out of the lab, into real-world, everyday contexts. As a Research Associate Professor affiliated with New York University and the University of Amsterdam and founding member of the art/science Harmonic Dissonance Collective, Suzanne leads various projects, including MindHive, a community science platform that supports student-teacher-scientist and community-scientist partnerships. Her projects are funded by the National Science Foundation, the National Institute of Mental Health, and the European Research Council, among others. Youki Terada is the Research Editor at Edutopia, a division of the George Lucas Educational Foundation. He leads the research beat, covering a broad range of topics from the science of learning to effective classroom management and assessment strategies. Prior to Edutopia, Youki was an educational technology, STEM, and informal science learning researcher at UC Berkeley and the Lawrence Hall of Science. Crystal Frommert, M.Ed, brings over two decades of diverse educational experience, spanning from elementary to post-secondary levels. She currently holds the positions of middle school math teacher and deputy head of secondary at Awty International School in Houston. Crystal is also a published author of the 2023 book When Calling Parents Isn't Your Calling: A Teacher's Guide to Communicating With Parents.

Welcome to the first episode of the Scaling Secrets Podcast! In this insightful discussion, we sit down with Mainak Roy, the cofounder of Simple Education Foundation and a Teach for India Fellow. Eight years into his journey, Mainak shares the hurdles he faced at the age of 25 and the strategies he has fine-tuned to gain acceptance and trust from teachers and government officials in India's education sector. Key Highlights from the Episode:  Challenges of Raising Philanthropic Capital: Mainak discusses the importance of consistent outreach and relationship building to secure funding.  Training Future Educators: A deep dive into Mainak's mission to prepare young adults for teaching roles and his innovative approach to teacher training.  Collaborating with Government: Balancing the benefits of impactful government collaboration with slower implementation times.  Learning Beyond Traditional Resources: Insights on expanding educational creativity by leveraging platforms like YouTube.  Upcoming Initiatives: The future goals of the Simple Education Foundation, include efforts to address a potential teacher shortage through coaching and mentoring programs.

This week, we share Chris's interview with Amy Mayer! Amy is the founder and CEO of friEdTech (https://friedtechnology.com/), a company that provides educational technology (EdTech) professional development for educators. Amy talks about her recent book, Beyond Worksheets, which provides resources for teachers to utilize EdTech tools and to inclusively redesign education for everyone! She and Chris discuss the impact of AI on education and writing, ideas for creating meaningful professional learning experiences, and more!   Before the interview, Rachel updates Chris about one of her clients, including how a fun collaborative creative writing exercise led to improvements in both his writing and spoken language!    Key Ideas This Episode:  

In this show, I sit down with Eric Sheninger, CEO of Aspire Change EDU and author of "Disruptive Thinking in Our Classrooms." Together, we explore the evolving landscape of student engagement in 2024. Eric and I discuss how to truly engage students. First, Eric talks about moving from compliance to engagement and how that is crucial for student learning. He shares his relevance of thinking framework. Eric also shares his opinion about AI and how it can be a valuable tool but also what it is not and his concerns. He talks about the focus for principals and how they should provide feedback and the role of principal observations in schools. Show Notes: https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e854 Sponsor: Juicemind - https://www.juicemind.com/ As I taught coding this year in AP Computer Science Principles, I found JuiceMind so useful. Not only do they have the team coding tools we educators need (since Replit was discontinued) but they have Kahoot-like games where students can write code as part of the quizzing process. Juicemind also works with many math courses. I love their tools for studying in my coding classes and highly recommend Juicemind. 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."

Jody Greene discusses faculty's role in student success on episode 515 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast. Quotes from the episode The special power of literature comes from that capacity to have one foot in the factual or the real and one foot in the imagination or the fictional. -Jody Greene We know that there are so many other important elements to students' success, their well-being, their thriving, their career pathways, their ability to pursue interests and curiosities, their engagement, their activism, and all of these multiple measures. -Jody Greene I think people care about what the institution has told them they need to care about. -Jody Greene I don't think we should have expectations based on people's gender in a classroom. -Jody Greene Resources About Jody Greene Teaching Environmental Justice: Practices to Engage Students and Build Community, edited by Sikina Jinnah, Jessie Dubreuil, Jody Greene, and Samara S. Foster The dualistic mind, by Richard Rohr Gina Garcia Torgny Roxå - ‘shame briefcase' Listen: Improving Student Success in the Classroom, Inside Higher Ed podcast with Jody Green New Day (live) - Alicia Keys Alicia Keys: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert Try a little kindness Notice ASK: What is the most generous reading I can have right here? “If things were simple, word would have gotten around.” Jacques Derrida

Have you ever looked at your students and saw their eyes glaze over, knowing they most likely are not retaining anything you're saying? So, what tools can you implement to help your students retain more of what you teach in class? Today, we're going to go through study skills you can provide to your students to enhance their recall, and we'll cover interleaving and microlectures. Research says you have 15 minutes of attention span before minds start to drift and wander. What can you do to increase long-term memory skills within your students? Recommended Resources:How Can I Use My Teaching to Improve Student Study Skills?Using Interleaving in Course Design to Improve RetentionHow Can I Use Microactivities to Engage Students and Improve Learning and Retention?Mindful Moments: 50 Microactivities for Energizing the College Classroom

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by The Modern Classrooms Project.The webinar recording can be accessed here.AI is changing the game in education, but it doesn't have to be some unbeatable foe—instead, it can be a powerful power-up to supercharge your teaching and engage more students than ever before.In this edWeb podcast, the presenters discuss the value of AI and self-pacing in education, using esports as your path to success. Join Jessica Monroe from Tempe Elementary School District and Toni Rose Deanon from the Modern Classrooms Project to learn more about:How AI and esports can unlock student potentialDiscovering esports in school and leveraging the excitement of competitive gaming to boost engagement and motivationMeeting every student's needs through self-paced, mastery-based instructionDon't miss your chance to learn how other educators are using esports in schools to supercharge student engagement! This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 teachers, school leaders, and education technology leaders.The Modern Classrooms Project Meet every student's needs with classroom-tested techniques that help every student truly learn. Disclaimer: 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.

A.J. Juliani, author if the upcoming book Meaningful & Relevant: Engaging Learners in an Age of Distraction (will be posted here when it is live), talks about how this generation has changed, the hinge of history now upon us and what it means to be an excellent educator in this age with his four ingredients of what creates a meaningful learning experience. His powerful examples help us understand what we can become to engage and transform our classrooms in positive ways (and keep what works.) His talk will inspire and encourage you. Show notes, transcripts and links.: https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e851 Sponsor: EVERFI Everyone remembers THAT teacher. The study hall teacher who walked you through your first college application. The social studies teacher who taught you what taxes were AND how to file them. The math teacher who used student loans to show you how interest worked. YOU can be that teacher---and EVERFI wants to help you make that kind of impact with FREE digital lessons for K thru 12 students. From budgets and banking to credit and savings, you'll find a financial literacy topic that's right for your classroom. And especially during April, Financial Literacy Month, there's no better time to equip students with smart decision-making around finances. Learn how you can share these FREE resources with students and give them a financial foundation that lasts a lifetime. Check out EVERFI's free financial literacy lesson plans at everfi.com/coolcat. 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."

Heather Lyon, the author of, "Engagement is Not a Unicorn, It's a Narwahl" and "The Big Book of Engagement Strategies," shares her insights on student engagement and teacher strategies from her new book, "50 Ways to Engage Students with Google Apps." Teachers' knowledge and understanding of pedagogical choices is key to tech tools tapping student engagement. Find Heather's many resources here. Subscribe to the Steve Barkley Ponders Out Loud podcast on iTunes or visit BarkleyPD.com to find new episodes!

In episode 176, I review the books, 50 Ways to Engage Student by Alice Keeler and Heather Lyon and Amplifying our Practice: Teachers talking Teaching by Pawan Wander and Chey Cheney. These books are great about teacher practices, engaging students from all grade levels up to college and more. I give these both 5 stars and I hope you check out the books for your reading. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/support

Click the Title to Play or Download. Interview with Misty Reinhardt, Director of Product Management for Scribbles Software. "Streamline Student Records and Enrollment and Engage Students and Families Through One Accessible, Cloud-based System."Misty ReinhardtK-12: Manages records, enrollment, and documents. Integrates with existing student information systems (SIS). Higher Education: The new ScribForward product streamlines electronic document processing with colleges' CRM systems, automating data entry and enhancing security via blockchain.Benefits: Students: Easy transcript requests to multiple colleges. High Schools: Reduced paper usage, efficient electronic delivery. Colleges: Faster, secure document processing with automated data entry. Future: Expanding CRM integrations and exploring AI.Podcast Transcript generated using AI by Podsqueeze Podsafe music selection Aurora Borealis Expedition by Asher Fulero Duration: 29:15*Podsqueeze was used to generate the transcript of my podcast. My links to Podsqueeze include referral links. If you decide to try it out using those links, I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the podcast, allowing me to continue providing valuable content. Use this code: 10OFF3MONTH at Podsqueeze to get 10% off.

“Making a conscious and intentional effort to tap into your own personal power and being courageous” is the way today's guest defines “teaching like yourself.” I'm talking with Dr. Gravity Goldberg, whom you might remember from a 2019 interview I did, which ended up being one of the most downloaded Truth for Teachers episodes ever. It's Episode 171, called “Teach like yourself: Why YOU are the person your students need most.” Gravity has over 20 years of teaching experience, including positions as a science teacher, reading specialist, third grade teacher, special educator, literacy coach, staff developer, assistant professor, educational consultant, and yoga teacher. Gravity holds a B.A. and M.Ed. from Boston College and a doctorate from Teachers College. As the founding director of Gravity Goldberg, LLC she leads a team that offers side-by-side coaching and workshops that focus on teachers as decision-makers and student-led instruction.  Since our last conversation, Gravity — who has authored 9 books on teaching — has released a new title called Active Learning: 40 Teaching Methods to Engage Students in Every Class and Every Subject, which she co-wrote with the late Barry Gilmore.  We touch a bit on that book and what Gravity's working on now, but I thought of this conversation as a “Teach Like Yourself, Revisited”. I wanted to know how her thinking has changed around this topic, and the role authentic teaching plays now. Listen in as we discuss: How “teaching like yourself” (making a conscious and intentional effort to tap into your own personal power and being courageous) is more important now than ever What Gravity has learned about authentic teaching and learning since publishing her book on that topic Has she changed her mind on anything? What would she add? How teachers can integrate engagement strategies in a way that feels authentic and meaningful, rather than just tossing something into their instructional day because they think (or are told) they should The impact of authenticity on students, and specific, practical ways we can make sure students are able to be their true, authentic selves in the classroom Click here to read the transcript and participate in the discussion.

Welcome to 2024! A new year means a new opportunity to focus on your students. In this episode, we sat down with CERTIFIED Ambassador, Jessie Kalloo, to talk about how to engage students in your classroom and beyond.  Jessie Kalloo is a CTE Instructor and Program Approval Coordinator for the Information Technology programs at Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Education High School located in Jamaica, Queens, New York. Jessie is also a Cisco Networking Academy Instructor Trainer for IT Essentials, CCNA, CCNA Security, and CCNA CyberOps covering areas throughout the United States. Being a product of CTE as a graduate of Thomas Edison High has provided him the opportunity to view teaching through a different lens. Through the various partnerships he has formed with the industry he is able to inspire, motivate and provide opportunities to his students that truly help them prepare for their future. The training he has done in and out of the classroom combined with his unique approach to teaching, has allowed for creative ways to spark the curiosity in students, helping them continuously challenge themselves to do better. Together with Jessie, we talked about creating an engaged culture in your classroom, and practical approaches for how to keep your students engaged. Jessie even shares how he flips the classroom and allows his students to become the teachers.  Get other ideas for your classroom on our blog: https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/blog.  Connect with your fellow educators, like Jessie, in our CERTIFIED Educator Community here: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8958289/. Don't miss your chance to register for our annual CERTIFIED Educator's Conference here: https://certified.certiport.com/.  

Looking for ways to engage students in productive ways? This week's episode has you covered! Join Melissa as we explore three strategies to keep students engaged that will work for just about any assignment. Discover ways to use Explore Boards, Escape Rooms, and Choice Boards to give students more choices. Explore Boards are visual displays or interactive stations where students explore and engage independently with different topics or learning materials. An Escape Room is a physical or digital game where players solve puzzles, riddles, or challenges within a set timeframe to "escape" from a scenario or reach a specific goal.Choice Boards are visual organizers that offer students a variety of activities or assignments to choose from based on their interests, learning styles, or skill levels. They give students autonomy and the opportunity to select tasks that suit their preferences.Show notes: annotatedela.com/podcastFollow along on Instagram @annotatedela

In episode 147 of the Lecture Breakers podcast, Dr. Barbi Honeycutt explains how you can use the gallery walk as an active learning strategy to engage students and improve learning. The gallery walk combines physical movement, small group discussions, and activities that encourage students to solve problems, share ideas, and think creatively and critically about the course material.  Get your free download for this episode: barbihoneycutt.com/gallerywalk Get the show notes: https://barbihoneycutt.com/LB147

In episode 145 of the Lecture Breakers podcast, Dr. Barbi Honeycutt discusses how you can use the Pass-the-Problem active learning strategy in your courses. This activity can be used to encourage collaboration, address current issues and problems in your discipline, promote critical thinking skills, and enhance problem-solving skills. You can adapt this activity for in-person, online, and asynchronous courses.  Get your podcast freebie: barbihoneycutt.com/passtheproblem Get the show notes and transcript: https://barbihoneycutt.com/LB145

In episode 144, Dr. Barbi Honeycutt shares 10 ways you can use infographics to engage students and improve learning. You can use infographics as both an active learning strategy and as an assessment strategy. You can also use them in any course format including on-site, face-to-face, blended, and online.  Get your free resource for this episode! barbihoneycutt.com/infographic Get the show notes:  https://barbihoneycutt.com/LB144

As educators, you understand the need to captivate your students' attention. So today we're going to explore specific technology tools that can help reinvigorate your teaching methods – if you're having fun with the content and technology, so are your students.However, it's not enough to simply adopt technology; it must be thoughtfully chosen to align with specific pedagogical needs. We hope you can take a few technology tools that fit into your course to help you better assess and better engage your students. From self-reflection to interactive instructions to Loom and a digital foldable, let's explore the intersection of technology and pedagogy. Recommend Resources20-Minute Mentor: What Are 5 Ways H5P Tools Can Help Students Retain Course Content?20-Minute Mentor: How Can I Use Technology Platforms to Engage Students in Active Learning?20-Minute Mentor: What Are 5 Easy-To-Use Technologies That Have A Big Impact on Learning in the Online Classroom?This episode is sponsored by The Teaching Professor, a resource for more than 10,000 educators at universities and colleges worldwide. Choose from a monthly or yearly subscription. 

Today we are talking with Nancy Willard, the director of Embrace Civility, a program designed to helps empower students to understand their behaviors, while creating positive school climates andunderstanding cultural competance. Nancy has degrees in special education and law, taught “at risk” children, practiced computer law, and was an educational technology and digital safety consultant. Nancy is here to share how to best handle situations when students are dysregulated. You'll hear about what to avoid in these situations (otherwise known as TACOS) in order to promote a positive and safe learning environment. Nancy also gives some helpful calming strategies and coping mechanisms that you and your students can use when faced with triggering situations.Plus, Nancy sheds light on the impact of trauma on the brain, the power of kindness, and the role of accountability in creating a harmonious community. All of these practical tips would be great to share with teachers in your school for supporting dysregulated children.Topics Discussed:The parts of the brain involved in the dysregulation processThe lifecycle of a triggering event leading to an outburstWhat ‘TACOS' stands for, and why we want to avoid itHow you can communicate with students when they are having an outburstWhat to do after a student begins to calm downThe difference between reactive triggering and intentional misbehavior Implementing an accountability process if a student needs to remedy any harm doneTrigger prevention strategies to teach studentsSeven “be positively powerful” strategies Resources Mentioned:VIA Character Strengths SurveyHardwiring Happiness, by Rick Hanson PhDChapter 6 of Engage Students to Embrace Civility Connect with Nancy:Embrace Civility websiteNancy's Books:Engage Students to Embrace CivilityThe Way Of The Donkey (picture book)Grab the Show Notes: Counselingessentials.org/podcastJoin Perks Counseling Club Membership and get the lessons, small group and individual counseling materials you need. Join now and get your first month free when you sign up for 3 months!Connect with Carol:TpT StoreCounseling Essentials...

Hey there, secondary teachers! Looking for fun and engaging lessons on careers? Well, in this episode of The Secondary Teacher Podcast, we've got you covered. Join me as I share some exciting strategies to hook your students and get them excited about exploring different careers. From playing the classic 90s game M.A.S.H. to using interest surveys and aptitude tests, I'll show you how to empower your students to take control of their future paths. Plus, we'll dive into project-based learning and how it can encourage hands-on experience in their chosen careers. Don't miss out on this episode packed with tips and tricks to make career exploration enjoyable for both you and your students. Tune in now to thrive as a multiple prep teacher!Download my FREE course planning cheat sheet: https://khristenmassic.com/semesterShop my Teachers Pay Teachers store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Khristen-Massic-Cte-Teacher-CoachConnect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/khristenmassic/Get Your M.A.S.H. Templates here: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/MASH-Career-Exploration-Activity-Middle-School-and-High-School-8364607

Welcome to the latest episode of the EduMagic Podcast! Get ready for an immersive exploration into the enchanting realm of AI in education. Join us as we embark on a captivating journey through three remarkable EdTech AI-infused tools that hold the power to revolutionize how we engage students in their learning adventures.Discover "Diffit," an ingenious tool that crafts personalized content tailored to your chosen topics and reading levels. Unleash the magic of "Goblin Tools," a task management platform that transforms mundane tasks into an enchanting experience with its goblin-guided task breakdowns. And meet your new assistant, "EduAid," which provides a treasure trove of engagement ideas, from gamification to discussions, tailored to diverse student needs.Don't miss this opportunity to embrace the AI revolution and elevate your teaching superpowers to create captivating, tailored learning experiences. Tune in now and dive into the world where education and technology blend seamlessly to create pure educational magic!

Our guest starts the school year by assigning every student a movie-making project. This practice engages all students quickly and has the added benefit of setting up a model for uncheatable assessments in the age of generative AI. In the episode, she explains how to align this practice with demands for standardized tests. Follow on Twitter: @ISTEofficial @mrhooker @Packwoman208 @jonHarper70bd @bamradionetwork @hyphenatic @shellthief #ISTElive23 #edchat #edtech #edtechchat Jessica Pack: As a middle school teacher for 16 years and a California Teacher of the Year (2014), Jessica has continually worked to redefine what learning looks like in her classroom. An ISTE author, Jessica's book, Moviemaking in the Classroom, will be released in August 2021. She is an advocate for student choice and voice, as demonstrated by the original content her students regularly publish for a global audience. She also spent over a decade as a professional development instructor and Consulting Teacher for a digital storytelling non-profit organization called DIGICOM Learning, aimed at promoting moviemaking in southern California classrooms.

Dr. Eric Arbetter, Hazelwood School District Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Middle School Education joins Debbie and Megan talking about Hazelwood Southeast Middle School change to Thematic School/vocational and career training.

My remarks from the Winter Institute of the New York State Council of School Superintendents in March 2023.

In this episode, we dive deep into the complexities of American history and the importance of teaching it. Lindsay shares his views on the upcoming presidential election debate, and he predicts a clash between two extreme narratives. We explore the concept of finding a middle ground and acknowledging both the best and worst aspects of America. Lindsay also takes us through a chaotic scene on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange in 1929, and we discuss the power of storytelling through Lindsay's popular podcast, "American History Tellers."Timestamps[00:02:53] Chaos on NYSE as prices plummet leading to violence.[00:10:05] “American History Tellers” explores teaching American history; thoughts on the upcoming election.[00:14:38] The presidential election debate: extremes, American exceptionalism, and historical context.[00:18:19] Humans are complex, and history is human.[00:20:01] Monuments, history, Washington: real and flawed.[00:27:21] Behind the scenes of American History Tellers: how a large team creates multiple history podcasts which takes substantial effort.Connect with Lindsay GrahamLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsayagraham Website: https://wondery.com/shows/american-history-tellers/ American History Tellers: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9RvFk4YbuHFQEs08PyqUQzOaFG2WJCDx Produced by Old Soul

Augmented Reality, or AR, is an immersive tool that allows students to engage in learning in new and exciting ways. But what are the specific educational benefits of this technology, and what is the teacher's role? This month on Teacher, we shared a few stories on the topic of Augmented Reality and technology in education, which I'm going to share with you in this episode. And, like all episodes of Teacher Staffroom, I'll be sharing some other highlights from content we've published during the month, and I'll also be posing some questions throughout the podcast, so feel free to pause the audio as you go, gather some colleagues, and discuss together how these stories might be relevant to your school context. Host: Dominique Russell Sponsor: Bank First

Length: 45 minutesSynopsis: This morning (5/12/23), in our Friday Q&A, we took up four questions: (1) What are some ways to foster an interactive learning environment in a class, especially on Zoom? (2) How does one balance the "proper" allocation of learning time with the consideration of "a person should only learn where his heart desires"? (3) What is the greatest benefit you've gotten as a teacher ASIDE from the teaching and learning itself? (4) What is the purpose of a yeshiva?-----מקורות:https://blogs.timesofisrael.com/remembering-rabbi-dr-chaim-feuerman-zl/ר"י אבן כספי פירוש ב' - משלי יב:ידרמב"ם - משנה תורה: ספר המדע, הלכות תלמוד תורה א:יא-יב; ד:ד-ה; ה:יב-יגרמב"ם - ספר המצוות, עשה וRabbi Israel Chait, Pirkei Avos Chapter 3, pp.173-174-----This week's Torah content has been sponsored by Sarah, l'zecher nishmas Drew Leban a"h.-----If you've gained from what you've learned here, please consider contributing to my Patreon at www.patreon.com/rabbischneeweiss. Alternatively, if you would like to make a direct contribution to the "Rabbi Schneeweiss Torah Content Fund," my Venmo is @Matt-Schneeweiss, and my Zelle and PayPal are mattschneeweiss at gmail.com. Even a small contribution goes a long way to covering the costs of my podcasts, and will provide me with the financial freedom to produce even more Torah content for you.If you would like to sponsor a day's or a week's worth of content, or if you are interested in enlisting my services as a teacher or tutor, you can reach me at rabbischneeweiss at gmail.com. Thank you to my listeners for listening, thank you to my readers for reading, and thank you to my supporters for supporting my efforts to make Torah ideas available and accessible to everyone.-----Substack: rabbischneeweiss.substack.com/Patreon: patreon.com/rabbischneeweissYouTube: youtube.com/rabbischneeweissInstagram: instagram.com/rabbischneeweiss/"The Stoic Jew" Podcast: thestoicjew.buzzsprout.com"The Mishlei Podcast": mishlei.buzzsprout.com"Rambam Bekius" Podcast: rambambekius.buzzsprout.com"Machshavah Lab" Podcast: machshavahlab.buzzsprout.com"The Tefilah Podcast": tefilah.buzzsprout.comBlog: kolhaseridim.blogspot.com/WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GEB1EPIAarsELfHWuI2k0HAmazon Wishlist: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/Y72CSP86S24W?ref_=wl_sharel

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You've heard of "gamification," now meet its close relative, "storification." We share advice from a cognitive scientist on how to take advantage of the "privileged status of story" when designing lessons for maximum engagement and retention. (1:45) "What's filling our buckets?" segment. (4:25) We discuss the "why" behind storification and compare its use to gamification. (8:50) We explain the "four Cs of story structure." (13:30) We several tips about how to "storify" more in the classroom. (26:55) Takeaways.

Today is all about the memory, from short-term to long-term. Do you still remember your childhood phone number? What about your high school fight song? Or the street you lived on when you were eight years old? We might remember some of these things, but sometimes we forget what we read this morning or what we ate for breakfast two days ago. Don't worry, there are numerous proven ways to manipulate and develop our ability to remember! So, what small changes can you integrate to help students remember your content? In this episode, we'll start with the academic research on memory and how you can create a more successful environment so that you can apply cognitive theory in your courses. Next, we'll go over strategies that you can incorporate to improve student learning and memory, such as semantic encoding, cueing, peer teaching, and more. And lastly, we'll cover how microactivities are a great way to check in with students and move information closer to long-term memory. Recommended Resources:Using Brief Interventions to Maximize Student LearningWhat Key Concepts Improve Student Learning and Memory?How Can I Use Microactivities to Engage Students and Improve Learning and Retention?

In episode 130 of the Lecture Breakers podcast, Dr. Anthony Perillo and Dr. Sara Appleby share examples and ideas to help you think about how to break up your lectures and engage your students using different types of media. We talk about what inspired them to experiment with media, how they align media activities with assignments, and tips to help you get started or enhance what you're already doing in your courses. Get the show notes: https://barbihoneycutt.com/LB130

Drew Perkins talks with CJ Reynolds about his book, TTeach Your Class Off: The Real Rap Guide to Teaching. Links & Resources Mentioned In This Episode: realrapwithreynolds.com Teach Your Class Off (book) YouTube channel Facebook page Facebook group Instagram Twitter

It's officially back to school season! That means it's time to start planning your Meet the Counselor class lessons. Are you unsure where to start or are you looking for fresh ideas for Meet the Counselor lessons? This episode is packed full of great ideas and tips to make your first classroom lesson of the year amazing! Your first classroom counseling lesson of the year is so important to build relationships with students and to make sure everyone knows your role and how you can help. In this episode, we are doing a deep dive into Meet the Counselor lessons. I am sharing 3 engaging activities you can do with your students, 3 tips for teaching your Meet the Counselor lessons, and how to increase your impact with these lessons. Plus, I am answering questions from counselors on how to have successful Meet the Counselor lessons. Show Notes: https://brightfutures-counseling.com/podcast-episodes/advocate-for-your-role Resources Mentioned: Meet the Counselor Game Show Meet the Counselor Escape Room  Meet the Counselor Boom Cards Blog: 5 Strategies for Stress Free Scheduling Join my school counselor membership IMPACT here! Connect with Rachel on social media: TpT Store Blog Instagram Facebook Page Facebook Group Pinterest  Youtube If you are enjoying School Counseling Simplified please follow and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!

Today we speak with University Professor, author and former Making Math Moments That Matter Online Workshop participant, Elana Reise. Elana joins us today to chat about how we can leverage curiosity to engage students in solving abstract mathematics - in particular, mathematical proofs! Join us for a great conversation with Elana where we discuss her initial hesitation to get into mathematics education and where it has taken her to advocate for the inclusion of a course on mathematical proofs which has now grown to be a compulsory credit for all math students!You'll Learn: How to modify abstract math topics (like proofs) to become more curious and engaging; What you can do to teach your students about productive struggle; and, How to build and use a problem solving framework to help your students become more resilient. Resources: How to think like a mathematician by Sara VanderWerfPennies and Paperclips - Steven Strogatz on YouCubed.orgThe Science of Learning Mathematical Proofs - Elana ReiserThe Thinking Classroom - Peter Liljedahl Scienceofproofs.comCreate engagement while fuelling students sense making by using Make Math Moments ready-made lessons and units. Access our vast catalogue of lessons for elementary through high school math classes. Check the catalogue here --> https://makemathmoments.com/tasks/ Grab the free Make Math Moments 3-Part Framework Guidebook to extend your learning from this podcast! Grab the book here --> https://makemthathmoments.com/framework/