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238: Assessment doesn't have to be overwhelming! Stephanie Stollar and Kate Winn, authors of Reading Assessment Done Right, share practical strategies for screening, diagnosing, and monitoring student progress effectively.Get the show notes here: https://reachallreaders.com/episode238Get my free diagnostic assessments:https://reachallreaders.com/tmm_optin/free-sample-phonemic-awareness-phonics-diagnostic-assessments/ Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers. Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with me here! Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter (X)

Send us a textJohn Gamba is Entrepreneur in Residence at Catalyst @ Penn GSE, where he mentors education entrepreneurs and leads the Milken-Penn GSE Education Business Plan Competition. Over 17 years, the competition has awarded $2M to ventures that have gone on to raise more than $200M in follow-on funding, with a strong focus on equity and research-to-practice impact.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Level Data.The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.Coaching takes many shapes and forms in districts across the country and is used to advance a wide range of strategic priorities, from supporting teacher growth and implementing evidence-based instructional practices to building leadership capacity. During this edWeb podcast, you hear from a chief of schools and a principal from two Georgia districts about their different goals for coaching and how they're ensuring every educator receives the high-quality individualized support they need to drive student achievement.You learn:Strategies to implement a consistent coaching framework across schoolsThe role technology can play in streamlining, simplifying, and standardizing the coaching processBest practices to align district, school, and individual teacher goals to coaching and professional learning activitiesHow to use coaching and observation data to inform coaching practices and dosage, monitor progress against goals, and track impactWhether your district has a well-established coaching program or is just getting started, you're sure to gain insights to strengthen implementation and drive even greater outcomes for both students and teachers. This edWeb podcast is of interest to PreK-12 school leaders, district leaders, education technology leaders, instructional coaches, and professional learning coaches.Level DataWe Simplify K12 Workflows & Empower Educators with Data You Can TrustDisclaimer: 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.

237: In this quick solo episode, we take a look at the three types of assessment teachers use within MTSS for data-based decision making. You'll learn the key questions each one answers, how they work together, and why they're essential for making informed instructional decisions. I'm also sharing my phonemic awareness and phonics diagnostic assessments from Reach All Readers Plus as a free download.Get the show notes here: https://reachallreaders.com/episode237Get my free diagnostic assessments:https://reachallreaders.com/tmm_optin/free-sample-phonemic-awareness-phonics-diagnostic-assessments/Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers. Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with me here! Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter (X)

Send us a textDora Palfi is the Co-founder and CEO of imagi, an edtech company reimagining computer science education through creative coding and AI. A Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, Dora has a background in neuroscience, human-computer interaction, and technology, and is a passionate advocate for equitable access to future-ready skills.Special note: Free access to the Lovable × imagi collaboration has been extended through March 31, giving educators and students more time to explore professional AI tools in real classroom settings.

Send us a textNicole Jarbo is the CEO of 4.0 Schools, one of the nation's leading platforms for early-stage education founders. A former KIPP teacher, Teach For America Corps member, and fintech founder, Nicole brings deep experience across classrooms, startups, philanthropy, and systems-level education change. She is also the host of the award-winning podcast Pitch Playground.

Join guest host Dr. Chrisna Perry and renowned literacy researcher Dr. Sharon Vaughn for a much-needed conversation on the Science of Reading and the growing national shift toward evidence-based literacy instruction. Together, they unpack some of the most common myths and misconceptions surrounding effective reading and writing instruction — and explain why applying the research across all grade levels, for all students, is more essential than ever.Visit Savvas.com/Literacy today to learn more about our high-quality PreK-12 literacy solutions for your school district. To keep the conversation going follow us @SavvasLearning on Instagram, Facebook, X, Youtube, or Linkedin. Visit Savvas.com today to learn more about our award-winning K-12 programs and to request curriculum samples for your school or district.

Send us a textJoin hosts Alex Sarlin and Ben Kornell as they kick off 2026 with a wide-ranging Week in EdTech conversation covering tech backlash, AI in education, market consolidation, consumer learning tools, and major voices shaping the future of teaching and learning.✨ Episode Highlights:[00:00:00] Growing tech backlash around screen time, phone bans, and distrust of edtech.[00:03:55] PowerSchool layoffs reflect private equity pressure and profitability focus.[00:06:30] Layoffs highlight the human cost for educators working in edtech.[00:09:04] Screen time skepticism reaches adult learning and professional assessments.[00:10:52] Big Tech ramps up AI competition as Meta, Amazon, and Apple reposition.[00:12:42] Consumer AI learning startups draw VC attention amid edtech valuation gaps.[00:13:58] Funding: Obo raises $16M Series A for AI-generated, multimodal courses.[00:17:16] UX, speed, and multimodality emerge as key edtech differentiators.[00:19:10] Speechify secures NYC schools deal, blending accessibility with consumer-grade UX.[00:21:08] Engagement-first consumer learning apps challenge traditional edtech models.Plus, special guests:[00:23:48] Eli Luberoff, Founder of Desmos Studio, on creative math tools and Desmos Professional.[00:50:28] Rebecca Winthrop, Senior Fellow and Director, Center for Universal Education at The Brookings Institution, on how AI risks currently outweigh benefits for students without better guardrails.

Debating the merits of universal pre-K in Kentucky, a lawmaker files a bill to return driver's license renewals to county officials, lawmakers discuss bills to help with the state's housing shortage, and the U.S. Supreme Court takes up a case about transgender athletes.

236: We're continuing our assessment series with Dr. Heidi Beverine-Curry, who walks us through the history of RTI and MTSS—from the "wait to fail" model to today's data-based approaches. Learn why strong Tier 1 instruction must be the foundation, what went wrong with RTI implementation, and how to get it right in your school.Get the show notes here: https://reachallreaders.com/episode236Become a member of Reach All Readers Plus! Click here: https://themeasuredmom.lpages.co/reach-all-readers-plus/ Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers. Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with me here! Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter (X)

Send us a textJamie Rosenberg is the Founder and Executive Chairman of ClassWallet, a fintech platform modernizing how public education funds are distributed to schools and families. A longtime social impact entrepreneur, he previously founded AdoptAClassroom.org and has spent over two decades focused on getting dollars closer to students.

I'm homeschooling five kids (grades 6, 4, 2, kindergarten… plus a five-month-old baby), and I'm sharing what's actually working now that real life is in full swing. I'll walk through the "filter" I'm using for curriculum decisions, what changed between my plan from seven months ago and what we're doing now, and the biggest fixes we made (especially in math and writing). I also share what our days look like right now — the flow, the routines, and the small setup decisions that make consistency possible. Resources: Other Homeschooling Videos: Favorite for 2023: PreK, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7oV70d1kr9A Favorite Curriculum for Fall 2023: Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sm3hJAlVTdI Homeschooling in Hard Seasons | Library System for the Best Books: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G9wgIgGxQgk How I Decided Our Learning Priorities For the Summer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FQkuSufQnJs Our Homeschooling Curriculum for 2024-2025 Pre-K, 1st, 3rd, 5th Grade: Alveary Update: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q5MvRMKNY1E Planning A Full Year of Homeschool With A Baby On The Way | 6th, 4th, 2nd, Pre-K: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNKz4gz3MzI Curriculum: Growing Brave Writers https://bravewriter.com/products/growing-brave-writers (use this link to get $10 off: https://go.referralcandy.com/share/SVPT9W8?s=sp&t=cp) Math With Confidence: https://amzn.to/3Nezl3K Fix It Grammar: https://amzn.to/3N7CJxy Alveary: https://lddy.no/1jdpq (use code JJACKSON for $25 off) All About Spelling: https://www.allaboutlearningpress.com/all-about-spelling/?srsltid=AfmBOoq7t0vyOYoJiNU10_kw_RBcPQ6p8CuxneTYVBcK_bCtrgF3TJXb (I actually just buy the teachers manual used for a fraction of the price)  

I'm kicking off a new assessment series with a replay of an older episode: What is MTSS? In this episode I discuss the collaborative problem solving model, the MTSS assessment system, and the three tiers of instruction. Find the show notes here.Get more professional development in our membership! Learn more here.Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers. Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with me here! Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter (X)

Send us a textHenry Motte de la Motte is the Founder and CEO of EDGE Tutor, a global tutor outsourcing company supporting over 50 leading education and training organizations. Under his leadership, EDGE Tutor has scaled to 1,000+ teachers across 30+ countries, delivering millions of live tutoring sessions with a focus on quality, reliability, and human-centered learning.

Renee Yang and Ann Kono are two of the co-founders of @TeachAAPI.org, whose mission is to redefine what being Asian American means in America by collecting and collating AAPI stories and creating curricula suitable for Pre-K through 12th grade. Founded during the pandemic 4.5 years ago, TeachAPPI is already reaching 200,000 students! 

Send us a textIn Part 2 of our year-end reflections, Alex speaks with educators, founders, investors, and platform leaders about what 2026 may bring for AI and learning at scale.

S7 E6: Disabilities & Accessibility w/Dr. Luis Pérez and Mia LaudatoIn this episode, Alexis and Gerald have an in depth discussion about the topic of disabilities and accessibility with two experts in the field of education and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) - Dr. Luis Perez and Mia Laudato. We get into many topics. We start by discussing the way in which accessibility is such a prominent aspect of society already and is beneficial to those with and without disabilities. The conversation attempts to pull in listeners who may not realize that most of us in our elderly years are likely to have some kind of disability and in need of support to access aspects of society and daily living. Then, we discuss the way in which systems can be viewed as aiming to support individuals with disabilities as a way to help everyone to both contribute and also to feel a sense of belonging. Further, the difference between ‘helping' versus ‘supporting' by reducing barriers is discussed as a way to shift the frame around what it means to address the needs of those with disabilities. Lastly, we discuss the way in which language is used regarding disabilities, including how language is perceived, how it evolves, and how we can think more openly and reflectively about the language we use and also on the effectiveness of how we embrace inclusion.Meet Mia Laudato, MSEd, a passionate leader in inclusive education and co-director of CITES—the Center on Inclusive Technology and Education Systems at CAST. With over 25 years of experience, she's dedicated to making sure every learner—especially those with complex needs—has access to equitable, high-quality education. Mia's expertise in assistive technology, Universal Design for Learning, and inclusive design has taken her around the world as a speaker and change-maker. As a teacher from Pre-K to college, she brings humor, heart, and a few “punny” jokes to everything she does. When she's not transforming systems, you'll find her kayaking, doing yoga, or laughing and sharing stories over good food with family and friends.Dr. Luis Pérez is Senior Director of Disability and Accessibility CAST and the Principal Investigator for CITES, but the views shared on this podcast episode are all his own. He holds a doctorate in special education and a master's degree in instructional technology from the University of South Florida. Luis was recognized with an International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Making It Happen! Award in 2020. Dr. Pérez has published three books on accessibility, mobile learning and UDL: Mobile Learning for All (Corwin Press), Dive into UDL (ISTE) and Learning on the Go (CAST Publishing). He currently serves as an AT and Workplace strand advisor for the Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA).https://luisperezonline.comSummaryHow Accessibility affects SocietyBelonging and Contribution for AllThe Difference between Help and SupportsPerception and Use of LanguageThe Process of Integrating UDLThe ReidConnect-Ed Podcast is hosted by @AlexisAnnReid and Dr. Gerald Reid, produced by @CyberSoundRecordingStudios, and original music is written and recorded by Gerald Reid (www.Jerapy.com) @MusicJerapy.*Please note that different practitioners may have different opinions- this is our perspective and is intended to educate you on what may be possible.Show notes & Transcripts: https://reidconnect.com/reid-connect-ed-podcastBe Curious. Be Open. Be Well.

What should K-2 teachers know about teaching phonemic awareness, phonics, handwriting, and more? Teacher and author Amie Burkholder gives us practical tips in this quick and powerful episode! Get the show notes here: http://themeasuredmom.com/episode221Get the free Letter Sounds Game: https://www.themeasuredmom.com/tmm_optin/letter-sounds/ Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers. Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with me here! Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter (X)

Send us a textNolan Bushnell is the founder of Atari and Chuck E. Cheese and is widely known as the father of the video game industry. Dr. Leah Hanes is the CEO of ExoDexa, co-author of the ExoDexa Manifesto, and leads the Two Bit Circus Foundation, where she has impacted over 460,000 students through game-based and project-based learning.

Get the book, The Scientific Principles of Reading and Writing Instruction Bridging the Divide Between Educational Practice and Research  Visit Nate's Website www.PedagogyNonGrata.com Follow Nate on X @Natejoseph19 About The Author Nathaniel Hansford has taught every grade from preK to 12th, in places as diverse as South Korea, the United Kingdom, the subarctic of Quebec, and Ontario, Canada. In 2022, he won the Literacy Leader of the Year award from the Ontario International Dyslexia Association. Nathaniel has written hundreds of articles on the science of teaching. He is most interested in using meta-analysis research to help teachers implement methodologies that have been proven to work. He is the founder of SAGE Online Academy. To learn more about Nathaniel's work in education, visit teachingbyscience.com, or follow him @Natejoseph19 on X (formerly Twitter). He is the author of The Scientific Principles of Teaching: Bridging the Divide Between Educational Practice and Research.   This episode of Principal Center Radio is sponsored by IXL, the most widely used online learning and teaching platform for K-12. Discover the power of data-driven instruction in your school with IXL—it gives you everything you need to maximize learning, from a comprehensive curriculum to meaningful school-wide data. Visit IXL.com/center to lead your school towards data-driven excellence today.   

Send us a textJoin hosts Alex Sarlin, Ben Kornell, Michael Horn and Dhawal Shah as they break down major moves in online learning, AI, and higher education shaping the end of 2025.✨ Episode Highlights:[00:00:00] Coursera and Udemy announce a $2.5B all-stock merger forming a 175M-learner platform[00:00:30] Michael Horn on Coursera's growing leverage over university partners[00:02:08] Ben Kornell explores Coursera's potential to become a global university [00:05:40] Dhawal Shah explains the financial motivations behind the merger [00:09:54] Michael Horn compares the deal to the 2U–edX acquisition [00:11:54] The hosts discuss channel power and aggregation in edtech [00:16:49] Debate on Coursera's acquisition strategy and platform future [00:21:43] Dhawal Shah on why these businesses may perform better as private companies [00:22:33] Ben Kornell outlines Coursera's two paths: efficiency or AI-led reinvention [00:30:24] Gaps in online learning around mentorship and advanced skills [00:35:29] OpenAI's latest release and rising competition with Google Gemini [00:38:55] Why content and IP still matter in the AI era [00:48:36] Purdue introduces an AI competency requirement for graduatesPlus, special guests: [00:52:54] Isabelle Hau, Executive Director of the Stanford Accelerator for Learning, on human-centered and social AI in education 

Send us a text2025 was a defining year for AI in education. From rapid adoption to rising educator confidence and growing questions about what comes next.In Part 1 of our year-end reflections and predictions, Alex Sarlin and Ben Kornell revisit their 2025 reflections and look ahead to what 2026 may bring for EdTech, AI, and the future of learning.

Merry Christmas from WELSTech! We're continuing our holiday tradition of sharing a special Christmas interview with our listeners. This year, we're excited to welcome Melanie Giddings from the Lutheran Schools Office to talk about the important work underway to develop a new religion curriculum. The interview A new curriculum in development – Melanie Giddings, Curriculum Coordinator from WELS Lutheran Schools, joins Martin and Sallie to share an inside look at the work being shared by many hands on a new Pre-K to 12 religion curriculum being developed to succeed Christ Light. Christmas Coloring Book Collab There’s still time to submit your AI-generated Christmas coloring page for inclusion in a WELSTech crowd-sourced coloring book. Send your entries to welstech@wels.net, and we’ll choose a random contributor to receive some sweet WELS swag! Try this prompt: A black and white coloring page for kids of [YOUR TOPIC], thick lines, white background, no shading, no grey scale, simple vector style. Microsoft Designer Adobe Express Coloring Page Generator ColorBliss.art Crayola Color Camera Next time Join us in January for our look back at WELSTech 2025! Get involved Add comments Send us an e-mail welstech@wels.net Join the WELSTech community: WELSTech Google Group WELSTech on Facebook WELSTech on Pinterest WELSTech on Instagram Add to the WELSTech wiki welstechwiki.gapps.wels.net Contribute to the #WELSTech Twitter conversation Follow us on Twitter – welstech, mspriggs and salliedraper Share with the Diigo group welstech

Merry Christmas from WELSTech! We're continuing our holiday tradition of sharing a special Christmas interview with our listeners. This year, we're excited to welcome Melanie Giddings from the Lutheran Schools Office to talk about the important work underway to develop a new religion curriculum. The interview A new curriculum in development – Melanie Giddings, Curriculum Coordinator from WELS Lutheran Schools, joins Martin and Sallie to share an inside look at the work being shared by many hands on a new Pre-K to 12 religion curriculum being developed to succeed Christ Light. Christmas Coloring Book Collab There’s still time to submit your AI-generated Christmas coloring page for inclusion in a WELSTech crowd-sourced coloring book. Send your entries to welstech@wels.net, and we’ll choose a random contributor to receive some sweet WELS swag! Try this prompt: A black and white coloring page for kids of [YOUR TOPIC], thick lines, white background, no shading, no grey scale, simple vector style. Microsoft Designer Adobe Express Coloring Page Generator ColorBliss.art Crayola Color Camera Next time Join us in January for our look back at WELSTech 2025! Get involved Add comments Send us an e-mail welstech@wels.net Join the WELSTech community: WELSTech Google Group WELSTech on Facebook WELSTech on Pinterest WELSTech on Instagram Add to the WELSTech wiki welstechwiki.gapps.wels.net Contribute to the #WELSTech Twitter conversation Follow us on Twitter – welstech, mspriggs and salliedraper Share with the Diigo group welstech

I take every opportunity I can to learn from Lyn Stone, so I was thrilled to sit down and "rapid fire" questions I had after reading the wonderful second edition of her book, Language for Life. I promise you'll be entertained and come away with new understandings after listening to this episode! Get the show notes here: http://themeasuredmom.com/episode220Get the free Sentence Building Activity: https://www.themeasuredmom.com/tmm_optin/sentence-building/ Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers. Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with me here! Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter (X)

In this episode of Why Distance Learning, Seth turns the spotlight to co-hosts Tami Moehring and Allyson Mitchell to explore the work they lead at the Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration (CILC). For more than 30 years—long before the digital pivot of 2020—CILC has been connecting classrooms and communities to museums, zoos, aquariums, and cultural institutions through live, interactive virtual programs. But as demand grew, so did a problem: users loved the programming but struggled to find the right experience in a catalog of over 2,600 virtual field trips.To solve this, CILC redesigned everything around two clear pathways: Field Ed for PreK–12 classrooms and Rome From Home for adults and older adults. Each gives users a curated entry point rather than a maze of search results. And instead of forcing teachers or community coordinators to juggle logistics, CILC introduced bundles and fully hosted webinar series—options that reduce prep time to almost zero while improving the learner experience.What problems CILC kept hearingTeachers overwhelmed by too many choices, not enough guidanceAdults and senior-living communities needing moderated, accessible programsContent providers unsure how to adapt or refresh virtual programmingSchool budgets going unused because scheduling felt too complexWhat the redesigned model deliversField Ed: A clean K–12 catalog aligned to curriculum, standards, and CTERome From Home: Cultural and wellness programming designed for older adultsBundles: Flexible funds teachers can use anytime, without losing budgetWebinar Series: CILC handles hosting, registration, moderation, and techConsulting: Support for museums and cultural institutions building or rebooting virtual programsThe episode also explores what makes a virtual field trip truly work. Tammy and Allyson break down pacing, interactivity every few minutes, accessible visuals, and the presenter “presence” that makes a screen feel like a shared space. For older adults, the structure shifts—more narrative, slower pacing, and extended Q&A—because live virtual learning often becomes a social anchor, not just a lesson.Moments from the field bring it home: students from Nicaragua to Minnesota solving a physics challenge together in Field Ed Live, or the older adult who said, “I never thought I'd see the Smithsonian again—and I did, from my chair.” These are the access and opportunity stories that define why distance learning matters.Why distance learning?Because it brings the world to people who might never reach it—and brings it back to those who thought they'd lost it.Episode LinksCILC: Field Ed, Rome From Home, Consulting – https://CILC.orgSchedule Banyan's Bridges of Portland Virtual Field Trip via CILC

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Send us a textJoin hosts Alex Sarlin, Ben Wallerstein, and Matt Tower for Week in Edtech, exploring OpenAI's teacher certifications, kids' online safety legislation, early literacy declines, college admissions pressures, and what remains irreplaceable in education as AI advances.✨ Episode Highlights[00:03:00] OpenAI launches teacher certifications, expanding into K–12 [00:05:00] Big Tech credentials raise control and gatekeeping concerns [00:07:55] Doubts emerge around certifying AI pedagogy [00:12:40] Google and OpenAI intensify competition for schools [00:14:15] Congress advances online safety bills affecting edtech [00:19:15] COPPA changes threaten AI personalization [00:24:05] Parent reading declines deepen literacy gaps [00:26:45] Early childhood remains underfunded despite high impact [00:31:15] College admissions lean further into yield management [00:33:10] AI reshapes admissions essay review [00:36:20] Trust in higher education continues to fall [00:40:40] Education systems face pressure to adapt Plus, special guests: [00:45:30] Maya Bialik, Founder of QuestionWell, and Peter Nilsson, Founder of Athena Lab, on their book Irreplaceable: How AI Changes Everything (and Nothing) in Teaching and Learning [01:11:16] Emily Gill, Co-Founder & COO of LEVRA, on AI simulations for human skills development

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by ParentPowered.The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.The latest research reveals a stark reality. Only one-third of fourth graders are reading at or above proficiency. While educators work tirelessly to address this crisis, the most underutilized resource in literacy development is often right at home: parents and caregivers.This edWeb podcast equips PreK through elementary educators and administrators with evidence-based, strengths-based strategies to transform parents into confident, effective reading partners. When families understand HOW reading happens and receive practical tools aligned with classroom instruction, the impact on student literacy can be transformative. Listeners learn to:Connect family engagement to each pillar of the Science of ReadingOrient parents around foundational skills, including phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehensionIdentify strengths-based entry points that honor what families already bring to literacy learningSupport parents in building children's attention, focus, and reading readinessScaffold home reading routines by connecting families with books, literacy resources, and doable activities that can become home reading habitsPartner with families around learning goals in ways that leverage a family's unique insights and funds of knowledgeWalk away with actionable frameworks, dozens of activity ideas, and ready-made resources to share with families! Together, we can create a powerful home-school partnership that accelerates reading success for every child. This edWeb podcast is of interest to PreK-5 teachers, librarians, school leaders, district leaders, and education technology leaders.ParentPoweredCreating easy-to-use tools for great parenting to improve the lives of all childrenDisclaimer: 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.

This edWeb podcast is presented by ERDI.The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.Across the country, leaders are searching for practical ways to move beyond isolated initiatives and build systems that actually change teaching and learning. In the third edWeb podcast of Trailblazing Leadership Week, Nancy Brightwell (Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools) and Mark Estrada (Lockhart Independent School District) share how they rethought leadership, professional learning, and support structures to drive real gains for students.Nancy unpacks how Charlotte-Mecklenburg aligned high-quality teachers, high-quality curricula, and accountable practice through a clear theory of change. Listeners see how Charlotte-Mecklenburg defined roles for specialists and master teachers, created Crown Academy to better prepare new teachers, and built monitoring systems that connect central office, principals, and classrooms in a continuous learning cycle.Mark shares how Lockhart ISD's “A Way, Not The Way” approach and 4Bs/6 Levers framework led to a districtwide shared leadership model. He highlights the Lever Leader role, talent identification and development systems, and the 70–20–10 approach to coaching and on-the-job learning that is building a sustainable leadership bench.You leave with concrete ideas for redefining leadership roles, designing job-embedded support, and building people-centered systems that improve outcomes for students without burning out your best educators. This edWeb podcast is of interest to PreK-12 school leaders, district leaders, and education technology leaders.This edWeb podcast is part of Trailblazing Leadership Week.ERDIBringing together education leaders and solution providers committed to improving education for all.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.

This edWeb podcast is presented by ERDI.The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.Every educator's number one wish is for more time in the day. Time management and prioritization are crucial skills for education leaders. The goal of this fourth edWeb podcast of Trailblazing Leadership Week is to introduce a simple, customizable, and scalable approach designed to help K–12 educators reclaim time, reduce burnout, and focus more deeply on priorities that drive student outcomes.Topics covered:The panelists tell the story of why a simple system for organization, time management, and prioritization came to be a focus—and why it is now more important than everListeners examine concrete examples of how educators collect, sort, and scrub their daily inputs; manage their email and calendars using tools they already have; and implement simple morning and evening routines that build long-term efficiencyThe panelists highlight how the method adapts to the daily realities of different roles—from teachers juggling planning, grading, and communication to district leaders coordinating multi-campus initiativesListeners learn:A research-informed understanding of why time management is now a core leadership competencyPractical routines they can implement the very next day to save one to two hours, reduce stress, and improve responsivenessA clearer sense of how to align daily work with organizational priorities and student-centered goalsStrategies that build leader sustainability, improve retention, and increase time spent on instructional leadershipA method that is simple, repeatable, and adaptable at scale for teams, schools, or entire districtsThe session demonstrates a cognitive, sustainable way to organize and manage your workload more effectively based on The Executive Edge Method (EEM). This edWeb podcast is of interest to any PreK-12 education leader and any educator who wants to improve their time management and organization.This edWeb podcast is part of Trailblazing Leadership Week.ERDIBringing together education leaders and solution providers committed to improving education for all.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 textThis special EdTech Insiders episode, recorded live at the World Schools Summit in Abu Dhabi, spotlights the Global EdTech Prize winners and finalists sharing how they're scaling impact across K–12 learning, teacher AI workflows, and digital skills worldwide.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Heinemann.The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.In this edWeb podcast, scholars Carol Jago, Lorna Simmons, and Dr. JT Torres engage in a dynamic and timely conversation exploring how foundational literacy skills, strategic fluency development, and deep comprehension work in harmony to empower confident, lifelong readers. Listeners gain actionable classroom strategies and insights from diverse educator perspectives to support literacy growth across all grade levels.Join us as they:Address some of the most critical questions facing reading teachers todayConsider and discuss recent literacy research and statisticsExplore what success looks like for readers of all abilities—and how rigor can fuel joy in the processThis edWeb podcast is of interest to PreK-12 teachers, reading and curriculum specialists, multilingual learner administrators, school leaders, and district leaders.Enjoy a complimentary ebook, Establishing Effective Instruction: A Comprehensive Approach to Literacy. It offers practical, research-based strategies to strengthen literacy instruction, align tools for impact, and help every student become a confident reader and writer.Heinemann PublishingPublisher of resources and provider of services for educators from kindergarten through collegeDisclaimer: 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.

Should we teach students to write upper or lowercase letters first?  What's the best routine for practicing handwriting? How much time should students practice handwriting each day? Dr. Shawn Datchuk shares what the research says (and doesn't say) about these questions and more!Get the show notes here: http://themeasuredmom.com/episode181Get the free Editable Name Tracing Worksheets: https://www.themeasuredmom.com/tmm_optin/free-sample-editable-name-tracing/Click here for the show notes from this episode. Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers. Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with me here! Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter (X)

Send us a textCharlie Hopkins-Brinicombe is the co-founder of Trophy.so, a gamification infrastructure platform helping EdTech and wellness companies build engaging learning experiences in weeks, not months. With a background in product development and motivation design, Charlie focuses on creating scalable systems that boost retention, habit formation, and learner satisfaction.

Send us a textJoin hosts Alex Sarlin and Ben Kornell as they break down the biggest shifts in global edtech. From PhysicsWallah's major IPO to Google–OpenAI competition, higher-ed adoption of AI, and new benchmarks shaping the future of learning. ✨ Episode Highlights [00:07:00] PhysicsWallah's IPO reshapes Indian edtech and signals renewed global momentum [00:15:00] Google and OpenAI escalate the AI race with Gemini 3, Nano Banana Pro, and OpenAI's “garlic” model [00:31:00] Higher education shifts from AI resistance to AI integration across teaching and majors [00:39:00] Rural districts test new connected learning models backed by major tech partners [00:40:00] Learning Agency launches the first Education AI Leaderboard for model benchmarkingPlus, special guests: [00:45:30] Andrew Carlins, Co-Founder & CEO of Songscription on AI-powered music transcription and access[01:01:10] Eric Tao, Founder & CEO of MegaMinds, and Austin Levinson, Director of Learning at MegaMinds on immersive AI simulations for CTE and AI literacy

Parents at St. Paul Public School's Hmong language and culture school are preparing to keep their kids at home Monday amid an ongoing dispute with the district over overcrowding concerns. The boycott on Monday takes place ahead of a Tuesday meeting where the school board will vote on next steps. Enrollment at the PreK-8 Txuj Ci school has grown tremendously in recent years. But the district has not been able to find enough space to keep all students under one roof. That's led to several temporary short-term solutions that have left many parents frustrated. Tensions have boiled over to the point where some parents say they may even pull their kids from the school entirely. Sahan Journal's Becky Dernbach has been following the story and joined Minnesota Now to share her reporting.

Send us a textFrank Wu is the Co-founder of Aibrary and a Harvard Kennedy School MPP graduate. He led 20+ edtech and AI investments at TAL, helped build Think Academy in the U.S., and previously taught 3M+ students.Susan Wang is the Chief Growth Officer at Aibrary and a Yale and Harvard Business School alum. She led creator and product operations at TikTok and worked in strategy at TAL, with deep experience scaling edtech products.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Khan Academy Kids.The webinar recording can be accessed here.Family engagement is one of the highest-leverage ways to accelerate early literacy and math—when it fits real families' time, languages, and routines. In this edWeb podcast, moderated by Allison Leedie, School Partnerships—Khan Academy Kids and former educator and literacy coach, with guests from School City of Hobart, Lori Anderson, Director of Elementary Curriculum, and Sara Gutierrez, Director of Early Learning, PreK–2 educators explore practical strategies that connect school and home.You learn to:Launch weekly home routines for phonological awareness, vocabulary, and early numeracyAdapt multilingual, family-friendly messages and visual guides caregivers can use tomorrowAlign centers and take-home activities so families see and reinforce priority skillsTrack progress with simple checks and celebrate growth to sustain engagementListeners leave with strategies that can be put into action on the very next day, and a district example from Hobart that shows how small habits build big gains—while honoring diverse caregivers and busy schedules. This edWeb podcast is of interest to PreK-2 teachers, school leaders, and district leaders.Khan Academy KidsInspire a lifetime of learning and discovery with our fun educational program for kids ages 2 - 8.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.

In this episode, we journey to the house of Loreto, a simple home where the Annunciation took place. We reflect on how God meets us in the quiet, ordinary places of our own lives and how He meets us where we are, no matter how isolated we may feel. We also explore Mary's free and wholehearted yes, given without a request for details, and consider where the Holy Spirit may be inviting us to trust and surrender in our own hidden spaces. As Advent is a time to rest in stillness, we talk about making room for God in our schedules, noticing His gentle invitations in the everyday, and allowing His Word to take root in us even when the fruits of our yes are not yet visible.   Heather's One Thing - Registration for Glory: Women's Gathering is open! Michelle and I would love to see you there! Sister Miriam's One Thing - Live Dialogue with Pope Leo XIV and Teens at NCYC  Michelle's One Thing - Trader Joe's winter peonies    Next, we come to the House of Loreto, a humble home, walls worn by daily life, where the eternal interrupted the ordinary. Here, a young woman listens and her "yes" ripples through all of time. This is the place of surrender, of saying yes to what we cannot yet understand. The Word takes root in the quiet soil of her trust.   Other Resources Mentioned:  Litany of Loreto "The Annunciation" painting by Henry Tanner   Journal Questions: Where am I missing God's presence in the ordinary moments? What does God want to announce to me this Advent? Where have I said no to the Lord in the past? What parts of your life feel uncontrollable? How can I choose to surrender this Advent?   Discussion Questions: Where is the Lord inviting you to say yes? How has God interrupted and nudged you in the ordinary moments of life? Where is the Lord inviting you to surrender? How has God slowly unraveled His plan for your life?   Quote to Ponder: "This is a serious warning cry: Surrender without reservation to the Lord who has called us. This is required of us so that the face of the earth may be renewed."  (Edith Stein)   Scripture for Lectio: "The angel Gabriel was sent from God to a town of Galilee called Nazareth…" (Luke 1:26)   Sponsor - Small Town Catholic Living: Have you ever dreamed of living in a community where families flourish, bible studies abound, and you can walk to daily Mass and adoration? Have you desired to send your kids to an authentically Catholic school but could never afford the tuition or can afford it, but it lacks deeply rooted Catholic tradition and culture? Small Town Catholic Living is a thriving Catholic community located in Beloit, Kansas. It's a place where strong faith, family values, and small-town charm come together. Here, families and kids walk and ride their bikes around town, young families fill the local 120 year old Romanesque-Gothic Catholic Church, and Eucharisstic adoration is offered 24/7. There is also a PreK-12th grade Catholic school so that your kids can receive an authentic Catholic education for a fraction of what other private schools cost.  The town also features all the important necessities of life such as a full-service local hospital, an impressive recreation center, retirement communities, and remote workspace offices. Fishing, hunting, camping, and boating are popular at the nearby Waconda Lake.  If you've been dreaming of living in a community where your children can grow up surrounded by others living out their faith, where people truly know you, or a place that has taken a step back from the business of this world, we invite you to learn more by visiting our website at smalltowncatholicliving.com. It's not impossible to be spiritually fed while fulfilling your mission to raise your family!    Chapters:  00:00 Small Town Catholic Living 01:15 Intro 02:24 Welcome to Loreto 03:28 Guiding Quote and Scripture Verse 05:02 God Comes in the Ordinary 08:14 In the Fullness of Time 10:15 God Invites Us to Respond to His Invitations 11:50 When We Feel Like We are Isolated 15:20 Saying Yes to God Even When We don't Understand 19:19 The Quiet Work of Faith 21:55 Will We Make Space for God? 26:35 One Things   Music used under license i94Cr0 

When our students struggle with comprehension, it may be that we need to go all the way back to the sentence level. In this episode, Nancy Hennessy discusses many different ways that teachers can help improve students' sentence comprehension. You may want to take notes!Get the show notes here: http://themeasuredmom.com/episode163Get the free Words Working Together activity: https://www.themeasuredmom.com/tmm_optin/differentiated-passages/ Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers. Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with me here! Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter (X)

Send us a textDr. Sonia Tiwari is a Children's Media Researcher focused on how characters shape learning experiences. With a background spanning animation, game design, and a PhD in Learning Design & Technology, she advises edtech and media companies on ethical, developmentally aligned character design. Her work has been featured at Stanford, Harvard, MIT, UNICEF, and the National Geographic Society.

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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by JAR Systems.The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.Unlock the full potential of instructional devices as we discuss how strategic technology infrastructure transforms classroom management and student engagement. This edWeb podcast makes a powerful case for rethinking device-charging systems—not just as logistical necessities, but as catalysts for better teaching and learning. By effectively leveraging charging systems, schools can eliminate chaos, reduce hazards, and ensure every device is ready for action.But the real game-changer is student accountability. This session demonstrates how assigning tech captain roles, tracking device readiness, and rewarding responsible habits foster a culture of ownership and leadership. These tested strategies don't just minimize disruptions—they empower students and free teachers to focus on instruction.Technology teams and instructors discover actionable steps for implementing classroom charging systems and policies that maximize equitable instruction. This session bridges classroom practice with system-level support, ensuring sustainable improvements.Listeners leave equipped with proven routines, digital toolkits, and a clear action plan to maximize learning. Don't let device management steal precious teaching time—embrace these strategies and create a classroom where technology works for you, not against you. This edWeb podcast is of interest to PreK-12 teachers, librarians, school leaders, district leaders, and education technology leaders.JAR SystemsSupercharging the Modern Classroom: Keep devices charged, so learning stays uninterrupted.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.

235: Did you know that teaching students about the history of specific words can actually reduce cognitive load and help students better remember the spellings? Fiona Hamilton and Rebecca Loveless, authors of The High Frequency Word Project, show us how to do just that. Get the show notes here: https://www.themeasuredmom.com/episode235Get the free high frequency word lessons: https://www.themeasuredmom.com/tmm_optin/high-frequency-word-lessons/ Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers. Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with me here! Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter (X)

Send us a textDr. Sarah Johnson is the CEO and President of Teaching Lab and Relay Graduate School of Education, leading their AI-enabled product innovation and educator preparation initiatives. She is joined by Teaching Lab Studio fellows: Riz Malik, creator of Coteach, a curriculum-aligned AI assistant for math teachers; Gautam Thapar, CEO of Enlighten AI, a personalized AI grading and feedback platform; and Louisa Rosenheck, co-lead of NISA and the Tangle & Thrive research project, focused on AI-powered instructional coaching and student engagement.

Send us a textJoin hosts Alex Sarlin and Ben Kornell as they break down OpenAI's unexpected launch of ChatGPT for K–12, Google's accelerating AI momentum, and what these shifts mean for schools, teachers, and the edtech ecosystem.✨ Episode Highlights: [00:02:03] OpenAI unveils ChatGPT for K–12 educators—secure, curriculum-aware, and free through 2027 [00:03:02] The emerging AI Classroom Wars between OpenAI and Google across major U.S. districts [00:07:36] Google's big week: DeepMind tutoring gains and Gemini 3's multimodal upgrades [00:10:25] How district leaders will navigate growing community divides over AI adoption [00:14:04] What OpenAI's move means for MagicSchool, SchoolAI, Brisk, and other edtech playersPlus, special guests:[00:19:26] Janos Perczel, CEO of Polygence on scaling project-based learning with AI and why TeachLM trains models on authentic student–teacher interactions[00:41:36] Dr. Stephen Hodges, CEO of Efekta Education on AI-powered language learning for 4M students and early evidence of major test score gains

234: All students need access to rich, challenging text to grow as readers. But how do we support them? Dr. Jennifer Throndsen shares the why and HOW of scaffolding complex texts. This episode is for you no matter what grade you teach.Click here for this episode's show notes.Get free differentiated passages: https://www.themeasuredmom.com/tmm_optin/differentiated-passages/ Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers. Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with me here! Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter (X)

Big news! Triple R Teaching is now officially Reach All Readers. In this episode, I explain the rebrand and what it means for you as a listener, and I explain why this change better reflects my mission of helping teachers understand and apply the science of reading. Don't worry—same practical literacy tips and honest conversations you love, just with a name that truly captures what this podcast is all about!Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers. Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with me here! Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter (X)

233: If you've ever wondered how to give extra support to English learners during phonics lessons, this episode is for you. You'll learn strategies for supporting students in decoding, vocabulary, and comprehension - all within the phonics lesson.Click here for this episode's show notes.Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers. Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with me here! Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter (X)