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See our beautiful faces and the video clips on YouTube.How can you use Restorative Justice in setting boundaries with co-workers, life as a black male educator, and connecting with students before getting to content? Find out on this episode of Restorative Justice Reflections!Join our LIVE “Restorative Justice Lessons from Abbott Elementary” event July 31: http://tiny.cc/ARJabbottAccess unreleased episodes NOW, connect with other RJ minded individuals and get other benefits by joining “The Inner Circle”: https://amplifyrj.thinkific.com/courses/inner-circleSupport JoseWebsite: https://thejosevilson.com/, https://educolor.org/Socials: https://www.instagram.com/thejosevilson/Support the showSend us feedback at media@amplifyrj.comJoin our Amplify RJ Community platform to connect with others doing this work!Check out our latest learning opportunities HERERep Amplify RJ Merch Connect with us on:Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Threads, YouTube, and TikTok!SUPPORT by sharing this podcast, leaving a rating or review, or make a tax-deductible DONATION to help us sustain and grow this movement
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When it comes to walking the talk of equity in education, it's hard to find a better example than https://twitter.com/thejlv (Jose Vilson). He's a math teacher and coach; a speaker, activist, and author; and the executive director of https://educolor.org/ (EduColor). https://twitter.com/elanaleoni (Elana Leoni), CEO of Leoni Consulting Group, sits down with Jose for a lively discussion about mathematics as a key to social justice; the stories that people need to tell, hear, and read; and what's possible in education when everyone's humanity counts.
Vilson is a veteran of the classroom, a math teacher from the Bronx, and the author of This is Not a Test, Jose is currently away from the classroom pursuing a Ph.D. from Columbia. He...
In this compilation episode of the podcast in honour of Black History Month, Kyle & Jon highlight six educators of colour that have had a significant impact on their pedagogical practices as they continue their journey to craft a more culturally responsive classroom experience for all students. You'll hear from Rafranz Davis speak about diversity, Lauren Baucom's passion towards de-tracking; Mindfulness and identity in the classroom from Christina Lincoln-Moore; the importance of catalyzing change from Robert Q. Berry; Kris Childs shares insights on access and equity in task selection; and, Jose Vilson's ideas on the importance of teacher voice in the education system. You'll learn: What diversity is and what it is not; Why we should consider how we track (stream) students in our schools;Why mindfulness is needed in mathematics classes;How you can implement equitable teaching practices into your classroom;How to promote access and equity in the mathematics classroom; and, How we should reimagine the work in math classrooms.Resources: Episode 43: The Missing Voices In Math: An interview With Rafranz DavisEpisode 56 Authoring Our Math Identities – An Interview with Lauren BaucomEpisode 116: How to Use Mindfulness to Change Trajectories – An Interview with Christina Lincoln-MooreEpisode 86: Catalyzing Change – An Interview with Robert Q. BerryEpisode 68: Gradual Release Of Responsibility SUCKS! An Interview With Kristopher ChildsEpisode 51: Reimagining the work done in math classrooms: An Interview with Jose Vilson
On Thursday's show, in the final interview slot of the night, we had the pleasure of speaking with teacher and advocate Jose Vilson, who delivered a stellar lesson on the teaching of history in America, and why the manufactured fear about "Critical Race Theory" is just the latest shameful attempt to politicize the education of our nation's children.Call-in at 1-866-416-RICK (7425) to join the show.Want more #RickShow? Go to https://www.thericksmithshow.comThe Rick Smith Show streams live every weeknight from 9p-11p EST on YouTube & Twitch TV, and the show runs every night in prime time on Free Speech TV starting in January 2022. Be sure to add the FSTV channel on Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Roku, on the FSTV iOS app, or find it in the regular channel lineup on DirecTV or Dish.Radio listeners – You can find us in most major markets, including New York City on WBAI 99.5 FM, Los Angeles on KPFK 90.7 FM, Chicago on WCPT AM 820, Columbus on 98.3/92.7 FM, Minneapolis on AM950, and many others. Check your local listings.Questions or comments? Email Rick@thericksmithshow.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today we speak with Howie Hua, an instructor from Fresno State in California. Howie’s love of mathematics, students, and mental health are driving forces he uses to help pre-service teachers along their mathematics learning journeys. Stick around as Howie gives a master class on how to help teachers and students shift their mindset around mathematics education; five (5) qualities that make someone “good” at math; and, 20 words/phrases associated with a typical K-12 math class and how we can change them. You’ll Learn: How to help teachers and students shift their mindset around mathematics education; Five (5) qualities that make someone good at math; and 20 words/phrases associated with a typical K-12 math class and how we can change them. Resources: Twitter: https://twitter.com/howie_hua Link to Jose Vilson’s tweet https://twitter.com/thejlv/status/1257858513990225921 Email Howie: hhua at csufresno dot edu
What can White teachers do in this moment to take action in the midst of the duel pandemics or Covid and Racism? Our guests, Jose Vilson, and Kelly Wickham Hurst give their insights as two educators who are leading efforts to move schools towards antiracism.Other resources mentioned in this episode: Educolor How to Start a Plan and Take Action Against Racism
Today’s podcast episode is with Jose Vilson, a speaker, writer, educator, author, and ED of EduColor. We dove deep into a conversation about the many things he’s done in his life, the effects of Covid-19 on education, the racial disruption going on in society today, and more. Hope you enjoy!
On this episode of Latinos Out Loud, the crew welcomes former guest and actor Danny Garcia, to guest co-host the show. Rachel deals with her first full week of distance learning with the kids, Jaime breaks down last weekend's atypical Emmy broadcast, and Danny tells us about the hilarious videos he was posting while being quarantined. On this week's Bochinche Bites, Jaime dishes on Bad Bunny's live New York concert on a flatbed and Cardi B. divorcing Offset. On this week's Frankspiracy News, Frank explains the QAnon which is a current conspiracy that is predominantly being spread by hardcore Trump supporters. On this week's MOMedy, Rachel welcomes back special guest, teacher and founder of the EduColor organization, Jose Vilson, to discuss if distance learning is hindering education. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode, Jose Vilson shares how he uses Instagram Live to teach math lessons and connect with his students. You’ll also hear tips for trying out this strategy and the benefits for building community during remote learning. Follow his IG account -> https://www.instagram.com/thejosevilson/ Resources from this episode -> https://classtechtips.com/2020/04/07/instagram-live-057
This week we talk with Jose Vilson, an educator from Harlem New York. Jose is a national speaker, an author he was named one of GOOD Inc.’s GOOD100 in 2013 of leaders changing their worlds and an Aspen Ideas Scholar in 2013. He has also spoken at TEDxNYED, Education Writers Association Annual Conference, Netroots Nation, The US Department of Education, and the Save Our Schools March. His blog, TheJoseVilson.com, was named one of the top 25 Education Blogs by Scholastic, and Education World. We chat with Jose today about How we should REIMAGINe THE WORK IN MATH CLASSROOMS, Why trust and classroom culture are the most important parts of teaching and Why Teacher Voice is important at the district level. You’ll Learn: How we should reimagine the work in math classrooms Why trust and classroom culture are the most important parts of teaching. What strategies and tips you can use to change your classroom culture. Why Teacher Voice is important at the district level. Resources: www.Thejosevilson.com This is Not a Test: A New Narrative on Race, Class, and Education [Book]
Jose Vilson, a New York City-based educator, writer, blogger, and activist joins the show to talk about education, schooling, culturally-relevant pedagogy, and much more.
Jose Vilson has been a math teacher in NYC for the last 13 years and is the author of the book THIS IS NOT A TEST. During our conversation Jose spoke of how his choir teacher taught him how to use his voice and how to use it well. That is what he strives to do in his professional life. Use his voice and use it well. Jose spoke on the podcast on a variety of topics that center on how the educational system can be dehumanizing. He spoke on the power of our collective victories as teachers, how we must always follow our intuition, and the importance of creating culture so our schools "feel right". He also articulated how we must elevate our profession through a combination of changes in policy and changing the cultural consciousness of the role of teachers in our country. It was a powerful podcast you won't want to miss!! You can connect with Jose on Twitter @theJLV, on Instagram @thejosevilson, and thejosevilson.com! What are you plans to grow over the summer? How are you going to improve your craft? Share your answer with us! Instagram: @valueaddsvalue Facebook: Lighthouse Educator Development Email: podcast@theledproject.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/valueaddsvalue/support
This episode of the ExpandED Conversations Podcast features José Luis Vilson is a full-time math teacher, writer, speaker, and activist in New York City, NY. He is the author of This Is Not A Test: A New Narrative on Race, Class, and Education, and has spoken about education, math, and race for a number of organizations and publications, including The New York Times, Education Week, The Guardian, Al Jazeera America, Huffington Post, Edutopia, GOOD, and El Diario / La Prensa, NY. He is the founder of EduColor, a Math for America Master Teacher and a National Board Certified teacher. He is also the executive director of EduColor, an organization dedicated to education and social justice.
TaKiyah and Amber are back off break and back on with our first male guest, Jose Vilson. Jose is not only a NYC based Math teacher, he is also the author of This is Not a Test, and the Executive Director for Educolor, (http://www.educolor.org/), a non-profit that seeks to elevate the voices of public school advocates of color on educational equity and justice. Y'all know we rock with the people who advocate for Brown faces in spaces! Equal parts leader, humorist, activist and lyrical encyclopedia, Jose easily flexes all of those muscles while fighting for fair for Brown kids in the classroom. Want to know what bravery sounds like? Listen to this episode.This episode is brought to you by Sudio. Get 15% off a pair of Sudio earphones by going to this link https://goo.gl/kWqj54 and using the code BROWNGIRLSDO.
This is a special edition of Pushing The Edge. Bill Ivey and Christina Torres return to discuss: How to be ally for social justice in education. It can be quite a learning curve, filled with many questions and uncertainties. What if we want to speak up but don’t fully understand the issues, or the correct language to use? What if we slip up and say the wrong thing? Our guests have been there, believe me, and they’ve got some especially useful tips and insights to share. But that’s not all. There’s a topic I’ve been wanting to discuss for quite a while but I’ve been too scared to raise it publicly. Well finally I let it out into the world and it leads to an especially interesting discussion. For full Show-Notes, go to: http://PushingTheEdge.org/27 Episode Run-Down: ▪ Do you know what you just said? How Bill's navigates being challenged(1:41) ▪ The importance of decentering ourselves (2:23) ▪ How might we get more people on board with social justice issues (2:43) ▪ Bill's tips about participating in diverse spaces (5:18) ▪ Owning up when we're wrong - Christina Torres(8:02) ▪ An Aha Moment: Christina slips up and a students calls it out (8:43) ▪ Speaking up about something I've been too scared to mention - Greg (10:25) ▪ Christina's tips for participating in diverse spaces (14:04) ▪ Helpful Strategies to navigate unfamiliar, diverse paces (17:45) ▪ A key lesson: The work is so much more important than whether the person likes me (19:51) Related Podcasts: ▪ Teaching Students about Identity and Privilege with Bill Ivey - http://PushingTheEdge.org/25 ▪ Empowering our Students to be Change-Makers with Christina Torres - http://PushingTheEdge.org/24 ▪ Ending White Silence on Race in Education with Greg Michie - http://PushingTheEdge.org/26 Related Posts: ▪ Stand with Us for Social Justice in Education by @GregBCurran - http://PushingTheEdge.org/stand-up ▪ Tips for Making Twitter Chats more Inclusive by @GregBCurran - http://PushingTheEdge.org/26b Episode Links: ▪ Bill Ivey on Twitter - https://twitter.com/bivey ▪ Christina Torres on Twitter - https://twitter.com/biblio_phile ▪ Christina Torres' Website - https://christinatorres.org/ ▪ Jose Vilson on Twitter - https://twitter.com/TheJLV ▪ Beverly Daniel Tatum - https://goo.gl/Lza0Zg ▪ Educolor Website - http://www.educolor.org/ Additional Resources: The Pushing The Edge Podcast Archive: http://PushingTheEdge.org or https://goo.gl/yJAZFm Social Justice Resources: http://PushingTheEdge.org/social-justice-resources Greg Curran on Twitter - https://twitter.com/GregBCurran
When we explore identity with our students, we often focus on single dimensions like race or ethnicity. But if we consider race, how does your gender, belief systems, or socio-economic status impact on your experiences and opportunities in life? The intersections of identity, that's the focus of this episode. And in the Lightning Round, we're Pushing The Edges of conversations about gender and race, privilege, social justice, democracy, and co-existence. Our guest is Bill Ivey. Bill is a middle-school Dean at Stoneleigh Burnham Girls' School in Western Massachussetts, USA. Bill's passionate about teaching for social justice, and the concept of intersectionality is central to much of his teaching in this area. For complete Show-Notes go to: http://PushingTheEdge.org/25 Episode Run-Down: ▪ The origin of this episode (1:07) ▪ What got Bill interested in Social Justice? (1:45) ▪ How Bill Pushes The Edge in education (4:41) ▪ What is intersectionality, why teach about it, and what got Bill interested in it? (5:17) ▪ Exploring gender identity and sexuality with students (8:03) ▪ How Bill explores intersections of identity with students - being a 'girl' (11:50) ▪ Developing class guidelines for discussing identity - exploring race (13:12) ▪ Navigating tricky situations within discussions - white privilege (14:25) ▪ Not under-estimating our students | Facing our fears about messing it up (15:19) ▪ Students are interested in 'No-Go' Topics - let's get out of their way (17:09) ▪ Discussing student designed units - Should we teach Gender? Should we teach sexuality in school? (18:05) ▪ Staff reactions to students' ideas and understandings about race and racism (19:39) ▪ The challenges in teaching about the intersections of identity (20:15) ▪ The Lightning Round - teaching gender, co-existence, conversations about race, social justice, democracy, privilege, best self, and Pushing The Edge (21:32) Episode Links: ▪ Bill Ivey on Twitter - https://twitter.com/bivey ▪ What is agnosticism? - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agnosticism ▪ What is intersectionality? - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intersectionality ▪ Teaching Resources on Supporting GLBTI Youth - http://www.safeschoolscoalition.org.au/resources ▪ Information about Caitlyn Jenner - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caitlyn_Jenner ▪ What is White Privilege - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/White_privilege ▪ Pondering (my) White Privilege by Shawn White - https://goo.gl/RqSxUU ▪ White People Tell White People about Privilege, and That's OK by Jose Vilson et al - http://goo.gl/Xexvvi ▪ Ferguson (Gun-related violence and policing in the USA) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ferguson_unrest ▪ Teaching about Ferguson (Class-resources) - http://www.tolerance.org/teaching-about-ferguson Listen to More Pushing The Edge Episodes about Identity: ▪ Making a Difference by Not Playing it Safe with Greg Curran - http://pushingtheedge.org/16 and http://pushingtheedge.org/17 ▪ Find your Voice and Really Connect with Jenny Moes - http://pushingtheedge.org/7 ▪ Activating Student Voice with Silvia Gonzalez - http://pushingtheedge.org/21
Rafranz Davis LEARNER! Math & Tech Geek! Tech Specialist, Google Certified Teacher, Disruptor of Ridiculousness, Social Media writer for @DiscoveryEd Math #educolor Subscribe on iTunes In this episode you will learn: What enabled her to transition from a middle school math teacher into tech specialist How you can have an impact on a classroom in a country you've never visited Why Rafranz does not get to have an off day as a teacher of color How she learned to challenge her students in new ways when her lesson plans were upended Why passion is something she will never tire pursuing and advocating for Why reading should be important to teachers and why she read Jose Vilson's This is Not a Test three times Why five words can change your relationship with students How reflective listening can improve your classroom visit rafranzdavis.com The post #69 Rafranz Davis: The Five Words That Can Change a Student’s Life appeared first on Talks with Teachers.
Megan Allen Mt. Holyoke College Her passion in education is focused on one major tenet: the successful transformation of our education system, led by professional educators. Megan's current areas of research are around teacher leadership, cultivating teacher leadership capacity in pre-service teachers, career continuums in education, education policy and its impacts on the classroom, and working with high-needs populations. http://www.teachingquality.org/blogs/MeganAllen @redhdteacher In this episode you will learn: Why she never considered being a teacher in high school or college How Ally McBeal and Boston Public changed her life path What Megan is doing to developing a graduate program in teacher leadership When collaboration with colleagues can make a difference How failure can help teachers grow The epic fight that broke out in her classroom and what she learned from it Why summers are essential to teacher growth What blogs you should follow like Jose Vilson, Donalyn Miller, and Bill Ferriter What reflection means and how to do it properly How to build relationships on social media Megan's book recommendations: Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us This Is Not A Test: A New Narrative on Race, Class, and Education Mindset: The New Psychology of Success The post #46: Law School to Master Teacher: Megan Allen shares her teaching journey appeared first on Talks with Teachers.
A Teacher-Leader That Listens for Student Wisdom Your support is appreciated. Provide a review for Talks with Teachers on iTunes José Luis Vilson is a math educator for a middle school in the Inwood / Washington Heights neighborhood of New York, NY. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in computer science from Syracuse University and a master’s degree in mathematics education from the City College of New York. He’s also a committed writer, activist, web designer, and father. He currently serves as a board member on the Board of Directors for the Center for Teaching Quality and the president emeritus of the Latino Alumni Network of Syracuse University. He writes regularly for Edutopia and TransformED / Future of Teaching, and has contributed to The New York Times, CNN.com, Education Week, Huffington Post, and El Diario / La Prensa NY. He has also been featured at PBS, Mashable, Idealist, Chalkbeat NY, TakePart, Manhattan Times, and the National Journal. In this episode you will learn: how teacher leadership can help you be better in and out of the classroom how to move from survival mode to thriving as a teacher how to make a collage of mentors to help you better your teaching why Renee Moore's ability to speak truth to power has made her a teacher leader why rote lessons fall flat what to do when the students are totally lost why process time for students is crucial how more planning time can help teachers how he hears where each student's wisdom lies why the middle school is such an interesting time in a student's life ways to have a variety of assessments that highlights student strengths rather than point out their weaknesses the importance of having students reflect in all classes how EdCamp and Twitter can be a great means to professional development and gateways to niche communities the debate between tradition and progressive approaches in math Books he recommends -- Lisa Delpit's Other People's Children and his This is Not a Test. Connect with Jose at: The Jose Vilson blog @TheJVL on Twitter The post This is Not a Test with Jose Vilson appeared first on Talks with Teachers.
Our guests tell us that there are a number of things many educators don't understand about teaching black boys and, indeed, there are many myths. In this segment they attempt to open our eyes and debunk the biggest misconceptions. Follow: @thejlv @principalkafele @JasonFlom Principal Baruti Kafele is a Milken National Educator, international speaker, educational consultant, author of two ASCD best-selling books - Motivating Black Males to Achieve in School and in Life and Closing the Attitude Gap: How to Fire Up Your Students to Strive for Success. Jose Vilson is a math educator, writer, and activist in a New York City public school and author of This Is Not A Test, (Spring 2014). JasonFlom is the Director of Learning Platforms at Q.E.D. Foundation, a former elementary school teacher.