Podcast appearances and mentions of starr sackstein

TR is joined by Starr Sackstein to talk about how teachers can authentically innovate and disrupt in the realm of assessment Show Notes Starr Sackstein (https://www.mssackstein.com) Starr's book, Hacking Assessment (https://www.10publications.com/hacking-assessment-second-edition) Starr and Alexandra Laing's new book, Solving School Challenges: The Everything Guide to Transformative Change (https://www.routledge.com/Solving-School-Challenges-The-Everything-Guide-to-Transformative-Change/Sackstein-Laing/p/book/9781032798073?srsltid=AfmBOortH8hyR-OdjpsDZ5Yd3zsVxQL5W9S6sFe0ZShyrK2mZM-F9pyI) Starr's TED Talk (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_61kL5jeKqM&embeds_referring_euri=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mssackstein.com%2F&source_ve_path=OTY3MTQ) Starr's podcast, Learner Centered Spaces (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/learner-centered-spaces/id1680573123) Connect with Starr on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/starrsackstein/) Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week Calling all school and district leaders! We are hosting a virtual Summer Summit on June 24th for leaders supporting Modern Classrooms educators. Leaders will learn practical skills from fellow leaders, attend workshops of their choice, and connect with the Modern Classrooms Project Leadership Collaborative community. Modern Classrooms co-founder Robert Barnett is our featured keynote speaker and will share insights from his book Meet Every Learner's Needs alongside voices of students, educators, and leaders. We invite educators to share the summit with their leaders and invite leaders to register. Learn more and register here (http://www.modernclassrooms.org/summit) Want to start building your own Modern Classroom? Sign up for our summer Virtual Mentorship Program! From June 23rd - July 27th, work with one of our expert educators to build materials for your own classroom. We have scholarships all over the country so you can enroll for free if you teach in Chicago, Alabama, Oakland, LA, Minnesota, and more. To see if there's an opportunity for you, check out modernclassrooms.org/apply-now (http://modernclassrooms.org/apply-now) We are hosting two book clubs this summer! We are reading The Promises and Perils of AI in Education by Ken Shelton and Dee Lanier in June and The Identity-Conscious Educator by Liza Talusan in July. Look out for more details. Want to connect with other educators of color who are creating a more student-centered learning environment? Join our monthly Shades of Excellence meetup on Tuesday, May 27, 7pm ET. Register here (https://www.modernclassrooms.org/calendar/may-2025-shades-of-excellence-meetup) Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org (mailto:podcast@modernclassrooms.org) Listen to this podcast on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1SQEZ54ptj1ZQ3bV5tEcULSyPttnifZV) Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 (https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23) on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex (https://twitter.com/classroomflex) on Twitter and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en) The Modern Classroom Project (https://www.modernclassrooms.org) Modern Classrooms Online Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org) Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond (https://twitter.com/zpdiamond) on Twitter and Learning to Teach (https://www.learningtoteach.co/) Special Guest: Starr Sackstein.

Are you considering stepping into a leadership role in education but feeling unsure of where to start? In this episode, I sit down with Starr Sackstein, an experienced educator, consultant, and author, to talk about the journey from teacher to leader. Starr shares her personal story of leaving the classroom, the challenges she faced in leadership, and the lessons she's learned along the way. We dive into practical steps for preparing yourself for leadership, how to balance progressive ideas with system demands, and the importance of staying connected to the heart of teaching—your students. Starr offers honest advice on overcoming imposter syndrome, advocating for yourself, and navigating the unexpected responsibilities that often come with leadership roles. Whether you're aspiring to lead your department, take on an instructional coach role, or simply want to grow your influence within your school, this episode is packed with insights to empower you to take the next step with confidence. Tune in to discover: • How to know when you're ready to leave the classroom for leadership. • Strategies for building credibility and trust with your peers. • Ways to stay connected to students and avoid “initiative fatigue.” • Practical tips for advocating for your goals and protecting your time. If you've ever wondered whether leadership is the right move for you, this conversation will leave you inspired and ready to take action.  Get the shareable article/transcript for this episode here.

To what degree can students manage their own assessment process? The culture of our classrooms can reflect a fear of finding nuanced answers to this question. Fortunately, I got to talk with Starr Sackstein about her book, Student-Led Assessment: Promoting Agency and Achievement Through Portfolios and Conferences. Join us as we discuss what it means for students to truly own their development and the mindset and heartset required from teachers to make it happen. This is The LP.

I review the book, Making Impact outside the classroom by Starr Sackstein. In her book, Starr Sackstein begins by helping you decide whether you want to move into another position or leave altogether. She then shows you how to seek opportunities, take risks, network, and prepare for interviews. Next, she presents a wide variety of career pathways for educators, including school and district-based options, consulting work, EdTech opportunities, publishing jobs, higher education, and more!

How does self awareness lead to your career joy? Join the conversation with Starr Sackstein. Teach Better Talk PodcastThe ultimate must-listen for every teacher and educational leader, Teach Better Talk dives into the key questions that drive education today.Weekly interviews with experts from around the world, sharing cutting-edge science, groundbreaking research, and practical tools to help you master the art of teaching, efficiently manage a school, and reach every learner in your community.Catch the official podcast of the Teach Better Podcast Network every Tuesday through Thursday for fresh episodes to inspire, inform, and ignite your passion for education.► Thanks for subscribing!

Do you get frustrated with grading? Does the complexity of grades overwhelm you? Join me in this podcast episode with guest Starr Sackstein as we explore grading reform. Here are the three main takeaways from our conversation:Understanding grading reform and its comprehensive natureFocusing on meaningful feedback and fostering student self-advocacyStrategies to reduce your grading workload while maintaining effectivenessGet Starr's book: Student Led Assessment   Click HERE for my Free Teacher Burnout Assessment.Check out my instagram @BarbFlowersCoaching HERE for more tips and strategies!Click HERE to sign up for a free coaching session.  We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments

Tired of the traditional classroom setting but still passionate about education? Join us as we chat with bestselling author Starr Sackstein about her new book, "Making an Impact Outside of the Classroom." Discover a world of alternative career paths that leverage your teaching skills, hard work, creativity, and experience. From school administration to EdTech startups, Starr shares insights on how to transition seamlessly and continue making a meaningful impact in education. Don't miss this inspiring episode! About Starr Sackstein: Starr Sackstein is an accomplished educator, author, and advocate, dedicated to transforming education through innovative practices. With a background in secondary education, she has championed student-centered learning, assessment reform, and technology integration. As an author of several influential books, including "Hacking Assessment," Starr empowers educators globally with practical strategies for creating learner-driven classrooms. Her insights, shared through speaking engagements, workshops, and online platforms, inspire educators to reimagine traditional teaching paradigms. Starr's commitment to fostering critical thinking, growth, and equity underscores her role as a thought leader shaping the future of education. Follow Starr Sackstein: Website:  https://www.mssackstein.com/  Twitter (X): @MsSackstein Instagram: @Starr53177 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/starrsackstein/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StarrSackstein  Amazon Author Page: https://amzn.to/3ZysLsX https://www.amazon.com/Making-Impact-Outside-Classroom-Possibilities/dp/1032585560?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=zFec8&content-id=amzn1.sym.f76d456a-cb0d-44de-b7b0-670c26ce80ba&pf_rd_p=f76d456a-cb0d-44de-b7b0-670c26ce80ba&pf_rd_r=142-9890661-1969516&pd_rd_wg=NIpYW&pd_rd_r=83f920fd-4a61-4d93-a586-c8b70e922f7d&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=81de50f5379be293416ceb42dce86d36&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl – SMORE I'm thrilled to announce the newest title sponsor of the Aspire to Lead podcast is Smore!

Are you feeling bored or unsure about your next steps as a teacher? Do you sense a need for a change in your career? In this episode, guest Starr Sackstein shares her journey from teaching to leadership roles in education. We explore career transitions and discuss the causes of burnout.In this episode we cover:Career progression and rekindling passion in your jobTransitioning into school administrationMajor causes of teacher burnout and strategies to overcome itStarr Sackstein's WebsiteGet Starr's Book: Making an Impact Outside the ClassroomClick HERE for my Free Teacher Burnout Assessment.Check out my instagram @BarbFlowersCoaching HERE for more tips and strategies!Click HERE to sign up for a free coaching session.  We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, Vanessa sits down with author, Starr Sackstein to talk about her new book, “Making an Impact Outside the Classroom” which is a book that explores when teachers may have lost their joy in the classroom and who might want to look at different options. Vanessa shares a little hack to help you up that book count!  Links:  Starr's TED Talk  and YouTube channelHer new book, Making an Impact Outside of Education in Kindle and Paperback!Find Amazon Links to the rest of Starr's books here.Send your comments, stories, and random thoughts to me at TeachersinTransitionCoaching@gmail.com!  A link to our Facebook Page! Join the conversation.Feel free to connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn!If you'd like to sign up with Vanessa for a Complimentary Discovery Call, head over to her calendar and sign up for a time that is convenient for you.  The transcript of this podcast can be found on the podcasts' homepage at Buzzsprout. 

Before I get into who Starr Sackstein is, I want to introduce you to a life-changing course from Dr. Akilah Willery.The Midlife Educator's Job Search Blueprint is your personalized roadmap to navigating career transitions confidently. Whether you're seeking a leadership role in K12 education or exploring new paths beyond the classroom, this beginner-friendly, 6-module support program equips you with the actionable steps you need to shine.You can learn more about the course here: https://upskillservices.mykajabi.com/a/2147852369/pCgXU4WdMeet StarrStarr Sackstein is a dynamic and visionary educator renowned for her pioneering work in transforming traditional classrooms into vibrant centers of student-driven learning. With a rich background in secondary education, she has dedicated her career to challenging educational norms and advocating for innovative approaches that prioritize student voice, autonomy, and growth.As an accomplished author, Starr's influential books, including "Hacking Assessment," have garnered widespread acclaim for providing practical, actionable insights that empower educators to reimagine assessment practices and engage learners more effectively. Her thought leadership extends beyond the pages of her books, as she regularly shares her expertise through thought-provoking speaking engagements, workshops, and digital platforms.Starr's impact on education reverberates globally, inspiring educators to embrace forward-thinking methodologies that foster critical thinking, creativity, and inclusivity. Her commitment to equity and authentic learning experiences has earned her recognition as a beacon of change in the educational landscape.A passionate advocate for student agency and teacher growth, Starr Sackstein continues to inspire and catalyze transformation, challenging educators to rethink their roles and create dynamic environments that prepare students for an ever-evolving world.Info about the book:Amazon: https://amzn.to/3LnduCZRoutledge info: *  U S E  D I S C O U N T C O D E  A F L Y 0 2  F O R 2 0 % O F F  O N  R O U T L E D G E . C O MT H R O U G H 9 / 3 0 / 2 0 2 4 While you're getting your copy of Making An Impact Outside the Classroom, check out my book, The Edupreneur: Your Blueprint To Jumpstart And Scale Your Education Business. The book goes beyond the conventional business literature, providing a comprehensive roadmap from the initial idea to the successful launch and expansion of an education business.

Though Starr is considered a leading voice in innovative assessment and grading practices, it didn't start out that way. Once upon a time, she was a teacher in her classroom on the precipice of making a terrifying change. In this episode, Nat talks with Starr about how her personal growth journey triggered a change in her practices and eventually a major pivot in her career. Learn how Starr learned to let go of control and empower students so you can do the same. Show Notes: How doing personal, inner work sparks an openness to change and learning, like it did when Starr chose to transform her assessment and grading practices. The biggest misconception about assessment is not believing that kids are capable of being assessors on their own behalf; it's vulnerable to release control. Cultivating respectful education by seeing people and moving together puts joy back in the job. When being an innovative teacher puts a target on your back. Leveraging our skills as teachers allows us to move beyond typical jobs in education to expand our impact. Surrendering to the energy of the universe to allow our path to unfold and find our people.

Send us a Text Message.***Watch the UNEDITED EPISODE here.***This podcast episode champions empowering teachers and fostering collaborative teams without forced compliance. Starr Sackstein, an educational expert, emphasizes the importance of amplifying teacher voice, arguing that their expertise is crucial for effective learning. She criticizes compliance cultures in schools that stifle teachers and shares about using Appreciative Inquiry as a solution. Building functional teacher teams requires valuing relationships, shared goal-setting, and aligning clear definitions of "good teaching" within the school community. Leaders are given tips on how to support teacher voice and leadership within grade level meetings and PLCs. We're ditching the fear and silence, replacing them with open communication and empowering leadership across all roles in our schools.The Whole Educator FREE RESOURCES***Watch the UNEDITED EPISODE here.***Starr Sackstein Info:Twitter: @MsSackstein and @MasteryforallLinkedIn: Starr SacksteinInstagram: @Starr53177Wesbites: Mssackstein.com  and MasteryPortfolio.comAmazon Author PagePodcast Sponsor:Sibme Coaching PlatformLet's Stay Connected!Website | Instagram | Twitter | Linkedin | Facebook | Contact Us

We were drawn to Starr's book, 'From Teacher to Leader: Finding Your Way as a First-Time Leader Without Losing Your Mind'. This challenging transition, described in even the title, is more relevant today than it ever has been. Starr Sackstein offers her very honest and pragmatic reflections and advice in this engaging conversation.

Starr Sackstein joins a very special episode of The Innovator's Mindset Podcast: Three Questions on Educators that Inspire! In this episode, Sackstein and Couros have a powerful conversation about portfolios and conferences. In her new book, Sackstein shares strategies and ideas for promoting student agency through portfolios and conferences. Check out this episode for some great takeaways from the book, Student-Led Assessment: Promoting Agency and Achievement Through Portfolios and Conferences! Quotes: “(Portfolios) showed their body of learning in a way a single exam cannot.” - Starr Sackstein “What makes learning experiences innovative and thoughtful?” - Starr Sackstein Links: Starr Sackstein Website - https://www.mssackstein.com/ Student-Led Assessment: Promoting Agency and Achievement Through Portfolios and Conferences (book on Amazon) - https://www.amazon.com/Student-Led-Assessment-Achievement-Portfolios-Conferences/dp/141663259X/ref=sr_1_1?qid=1705340794&refinements=p_27%3AStarr+Sackstein&s=books&sr=1-1 Rethinking Grading and Assessment Series by George Couros - https://georgecouros.ca/blog/tag/rethinkinggradingseries/ __________________________________________ Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset. More at georgecouros.ca George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/ George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519 For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d Because of a Teacher 2 - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

Episode Summary: In this bonus episode of the Learner-Centered Spaces podcast, host Starr Sackstein and Crystal Frommert interview Nick. They discuss the importance of building relationships in a learner-centered space and how to create a more student-focused assessment approach. Nick also shares his recommendations for educators looking to incorporate more learner-centered practices in their classrooms. Building strong relationships with students and their families is essential in creating a learner-centered space. Getting to know students on a personal level, understanding their interests and motivations, and involving families in the learning process can greatly enhance the classroom environment. Moving away from traditional grading practices and focusing more on formative assessment and feedback can lead to more meaningful and effective learning experiences. Using a scale of 1 to 4, emphasizing growth and progress, and providing opportunities for self-reflection can help students take ownership of their learning. Embracing a mindset of curiosity and finding math in everyday situations can make math more engaging and enjoyable for students. Encouraging students to ask questions, explore real-world problems, and see math as a tool for understanding the world around them can foster a love for the subject.

I am joined for episode 168 with special guest star, Starr Sackstein. Starr Sackstein is an accomplished educator, author, and advocate, dedicated to transforming education through innovative practices. With a background in secondary education, she has championed student-centered learning, assessment reform, and technology integration. As an author of several influential books, including "Hacking Assessment," Starr empowers educators globally with practical strategies for creating learner-driven classrooms. Her insights, shared through speaking engagements, workshops, and online platforms, inspire educators to reimagine traditional teaching paradigms. Starr's commitment to fostering critical thinking, growth, and equity underscores her role as a thought leader shaping the future of education. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/support

It's an enthralling convo with Starr Sackstein, where we unravel the transformative power of innovative education and learner empowerment. We explore her new book, "Student-Led Assessment," discussing how empowering students in their learning journey can transform the classroom. Starr's insights on gratitude, the power of acknowledgment, and striking a balance between hard work and personal fulfillment are not only enlightening but also incredibly inspiring. Whether you're an educator, a parent, or just someone passionate about personal growth, this conversation offers a treasure trove of wisdom!

My guest today, passionate educator and prolific author Connie Hamilton, is returning for her 3rd time. Her first visit was in Episode 53: Asking and Getting Students to Ask Great Questions, one of the most episodes so far. Another popular visit was in Episode 53 when I had Connie and Starr Sackstein talking about hacking homework. Today, however, I chatted with Connie about her new book Hacking Group Work. She shares wisdom and really practical ideas and tools for all teachers. I'm a veteran educator of over 25 years, and you can hear in the interview that I learned a lot from her!   Connie also shares her smarts on the 5-Minute Game Show!  It's a great one to play along with and yell out answers to in your car, or wherever you listen. I want to give special thanks to Connie Hamilton and the super talented Eli Schiff for helping me with the Great Group Dynamics fauxmercial. If you haven't already, please subscribe and rate and review this podcast to help others find it so that we can all make education as great as possible and actually change what's possible! Links and Resources: Twitter: @conniehamilton website: conniehamilton.org

Starr Sackstein joins Katies Martin in the season 2 premier of the Learner Centered Collaborative Podcast as they discuss empowering learners to advocate for themselves, helping learners to own their learning process, and what effective assessment looks like in a learner-centered environment. Starr is an experienced educator, consultant, coach, and speaker with over 20 years of experience. She received National Board Certification in 2012 and is a certified Master journalism educator through the Journalism Education Association (JEA). Starr is the author of several educational books and has given a TEDx talk about grading practices. She blogs on Education Week Teacher at "Work in Progress" and has contributed to other publications. Starr has traveled globally to share ideas about assessment reform and hopes to continue making a positive impact for students everywhere. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram! @LCCollaborative Subscribe to our newsletter! Learner-centered tools, insights, and bright spots delivered to your inbox: https://learnercentered.org/bright-spots-newsletter/

Starr Sackstein has been an educator for 20 years and is currently a full-time educational consultant, instructional coach, and speaker. Starr received National Board Certification in 2012 and was recognized as an outstanding educator that year by Education Update. Association and served as the New York State Director for JEA. She was named an ASCD "Emerging Leader" class of 2016 and had the opportunity to give a TEDx Talk called "A Recovering Perfectionist's Journey to Give Up Grades" and has spoken on The Red Dot Cafe in affiliation with TEDx San Antonio about grading practices.   She is the author of many educational books  She also blogs on Education Week Teacher at "Work in Progress" and has contributed to several other publications.   Episode Notes: -When you are deciding whether to take on a leadership role, make a pros and cons list. What are you most afraid of losing? What are the things you love? Evaluate what is important to you. -If you are ready to leap to leadership, put on your best face when interviewing. Just as they are interviewing you, you are interviewing them to see if it is a good fit. Try to ask a  lot of strategic questions when you interview. Just because you interviewed, it does not mean you have to accept a position. Are you philosophically aligned with the role you are moving into? Find a home that is a good fit, do not worry about damaging your future by making a move in your career. -You will likely hit a state of overwhelm when you move to a leadership role. Be ready with an open mind and utilize others as your teachers. Be mindful of what you say and how you say it. Build relationships and listen first. -You know you are making an impact when the early adopters are taking you up on your offers to coach or collaborate.  -You can still be a leader within the classroom: mentor, join a committee, be a coach, state run or regional organizations, Find your own way to lead at your site! -Be mindful of how and when you share information as a coach. Apologize when you make a mistake, be clear and own your actions. -Changing the world one mind at a time!   Connect with Starr: Twitter: @MsSackstein Website: https://www.mssackstein.com/ Masteryportfolio.com

We talk with Starr Sackstein, arguably the world's leading authority on the no-grades classroom. She is a longtime teacher and author of six education books, including the bestselling Hacking Assessment and Hacking Homework. It's a conversation you don't want to miss!

Starr Sackstein is a recovering perfectionist who is an assessment reforming enthusiast. Currently, she is the COO of Mastery Portfolio, an Edtech Startup committed to helping schools move to Standard-Based communication. Additionally, she works with teacher teams to engage students in the learning process, advocates for personal growth, and effectively use student data to drive instruction. She was a high school English and journalism teacher for 16 years, a lead Humanities learner for 2 years, a publisher and developmental editor, and social media manager. Starr is an author, blogger, and speaker committed to changing the way we do assessments nationally and globally. You can learn more about her work on her website MsSackstein.com, and you can follow her on Twitter @MsSackstein. When Starr isn't advocating for students and educators, she is a mom and partner looking for the next adventure.   Episode 102 of the Better Learning Podcast   Kevin Stoller is the host of the Better Learning Podcast and Co-Founder of Kay-Twelve, a national leader for educational furniture. Learn more about creating better learning environments at www.Kay-Twelve.com.

Today, I'm continuing a hot topic in education right now -homework. My guests in this episode are incredible educators Starr Sackstein and Connie Hamilton who co-authored the excellent book, Hacking Homework. We have a great conversation that explores homework issues including giving practical ideas for how to do it right, if you have to do it all. And we also have a lot of fun! When I asked parents and teachers on Twitter, “How do you feel about homework?” I received almost 500 answers, along with a healthy discussion. And while people had a variety of passionate opinions, most were respectful of each other. In addition to a lively Twitter discussion, one teacher, Alex Giorgianni, reached out to me with an amazing assignment he's and his colleagues, Mike Rinyu and Maryann Hilton gave their sophomore World History/English 2 and Junior US History/English 3 classes when they were studying propaganda in the US. It was called “The War on Homework” – you can find the assignment on their episode page on the Overthrowing Education website. Also, you can see the incredible results of Flagler Palm Coast HS students here. I want to give special thanks to my guests Connie Hamilton  and Starr Sackstein, my fauxmercial helpers Yossie and Tuvia Frankel, and Alex Giorgianni and the students of Flagler Palm Coast HS for sharing their work with us. Links and Resources For Connie: Twitter: @conniehamilton website: conniehamilton.org For Starr: Chief Operating Officer at Mastery Portfolio Chat with Starr: sign up for a time Starr's TEDx Talk  A Recovering Perfectionist's Journey to Give up Grades Amazon Author page Starr's  website Twitter @MsSackstein Starr on LinkedIn Starr on Facebook

In this episode, I chat with Starr Sackstein, a recovering perfectionist who is an assessment reforming enthusiast. Currently, she is the COO of Mastery Portfolio, an Edtech Startup committed to helping schools move to Standard-Based communication. Additionally, she works with teacher teams to engage students in the learning process, advocate for personal growth, and effectively use student data to drive instruction. Starr was a high school English and journalism teacher for 16 years, a lead Humanities learner for 2 years, a publisher and developmental editor, and social media manager. She is an author, blogger, and speaker committed to changing the way we do assessment nationally and globally. You can learn more about her work on her website MsSackstein.com and you can follow her on Twitter @MsSackstein. When Starr isn't advocating for students and educators, she is a mom and partner looking for the next adventure. During our conversation, we talked about … assessments. In fact, Starr pointed out that we cannot expect major risk-taking in high stakes situations. And this goes for both our staff and our students. Starr shared stories of how she developed spaces for students to serve as cocreators of the curriculum in her space and was then investigated when students came to her class but skipped others. She shares the idea that our modern approaches disrespects and dishonors the natural learning process and questions why it seems that the love for learning happens to begin diminishing around the same grade level when these high stakes assessments are implemented. Ready to hear more about the role assessments could play in your classroom? Let's go! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecounternarrative/support

In episode 120 I review Hacking Assessments Vol. 2. In Hacking Assessment: 10 Ways to Go Gradeless in a Traditional Grades School, award-winning teacher and world-renowned formative assessment expert Starr Sackstein unravels one of education's oldest mysteries: how to assess learning without grades -- even in a school that uses numbers, letters, GPAs, and report cards. I review my favorite chapters and how this book can really aid you in the new school year. You can visit Starr's Website here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pixelclassroom/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pixelclassroom/support

My guest is Starr Sackstein, who is returning for a third time! We are both extremely passionate about going gradeless and its very important companion - creative and authentic assessments. Our conversation is all about practicality. I have lots of episodes about going gradeless – all good, check them out, one of them also features Starr. Some focus on the philosophy behind going gradeless and some that are more like “how-to” do it? This discussion is more in the latter category. But we add that extra important piece mentioned above, creative and authentic assessments. It's really hard to give feedback only and not a grade with traditional tests and quizzes. It won't work. So, we also talk practically about assessments, as well. The fauxmercial on this episode, a parody of an old Discover card commercial, will make much more sense after you listen to the episode.   I'd like to thank my awesome guest, Starr Sackstein. Get your Overthrowing Education swag so you can show where you stand and that you care about education. Want to get the conversation started?  Try an OE shirt, hoodie, mug (of course!), tote bag, and a lot more. It'll do the trick! Links and Resources: MsSackstein.com mssackstein@gmail.com Twitter: @MsSackstein Starr Sackstein on LinkedIn and Facebook masteryportfolio.com Twitter: @masteryforall Mastery Portfolio on Facebook and LinkedIn Learn more about DISCOVER assessments

Traditional grading systems often encourage students to focus on achieving higher grades rather than on their learning. In this episode, Starr Sackstein joins us to discuss how classes can be redesigned to improve student engagement and learning. Starr has been an educator for 20 years and is currently the COO of Mastery Portfolio, an educational consultant, and instructional coach and speaker. She is the author of more than 10 books on education, including the best-selling Hacking Assessment: 10 ways to go gradeless in a traditional grades school, which has just been released in a new edition.  A transcript of this episode and show notes may be found at http://teaforteaching.com.

In this bonus episode, Starr Sackstein shares her exciting announcement about Hacking Assessment and we discuss how to shift the “Grades Mindset”, change your grading system, and improve the feedback process.  In this episode, we discuss: A No-Grade Classroom Rebranding Assignments as learning experiences Project based learning - Teaching the Reflection Process Ditching the Traditional Gradebook And her new edition, Hacking Assessment: 10 Ways to Go Gradeless in a Traditional Grades School About Starr Sackstein: Starr Sackstein is a recovering perfectionist who is an assessment reforming enthusiast. Currently, she works with teacher teams to engage students in the learning process, advocate for personal growth, and effectively use student data to drive instruction with the Core Collaborative. She also works as publisher for Mimi & Todd Press.  In her past lives, she was a high school English and journalism teacher, a lead Humanities learner, and social media manager.  Additionally, Starr is an author, blogger, and speaker committed to changing the way we do assessment nationally and globally. Her most recent book is called Assessing with Respect: Everyday Practices that Meet Students' Social and Emotional Needs with ASCD. When Starr isn't evangelizing about grading reform, she is the wife to Charlie, mindfulness mountain biker extraordinaire, and mother to Logan, a high school student, and gamer and Huxley the cat, an aging Abyssinean.  Follow Starr Sackstein  Website: http://www.mssackstein.com (www.mssackstein.com) Twitter: https://twitter.com/mssackstein (https://twitter.com/mssackstein) (@MsSackstein) Instagram: Starr53177 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MsSackstein (https://www.facebook.com/MsSackstein) Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/starrsackstein/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/starrsackstein/)  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StarrSackstein (https://www.youtube.com/c/StarrSackstein)  Hacking Assessment Book (NEW Edition): https://www.amazon.com/dp/1956512217?&linkCode=sl1&tag=starrsacks-20&linkId=3eb6cd7d997618655b7b038651defa60&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl (https://www.amazon.com/dp/1956512217?&linkCode=sl1&tag=starrsacks-20&linkId=3eb6cd7d997618655b7b038651defa60&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl)  [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"]https://joshstamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Aspire-Swag-Website-Image-update-6.18.21.png () Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE  Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: https://teachbetterswag.com/collections/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast (ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast)   This post contains affiliate links. When you make a purchase through these links, The Aspire Podcast gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you. Need a Presenter for a conference or school PD? https://joshstamper.com/contact/ (Contact Joshua Stamper ) for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices athttp://www.teachsummit.com/stamper ( www.teachsummit.com/stamper)   Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact:https://joshstamper.com/contact/ ( https://joshstamper.com/contact/) Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper ( www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper) Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper ( www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper) Linkedin:http://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper/ ( www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper) Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast ( https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast) Subscribe:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 (...

STARR SACKSTEIN ON HER NEW BOOK "HACKING ASSESSMENT"...VOLUME 2....A favorite guest, the COO of Mastery Portfolio, an Ed tech Startup, K12  Education Twitter star ( no pun intended) , Student Engagement Consultant and author of Hacking Assessment returns  with Volume 2. Visit ace-ed.org, SELtoday.org and teacher-retention.com to see all our work PLUS We're excited to be working on the inaugural Excellence in Equity Awards, which will help us spotlight and celebrate high-impact work across K-12 education.Head to ace-ed.org/awards to find all the information and nominate before June 30! Email awards@ace-ed.org with questions.

STARR SACKSTEIN ON HER NEW BOOK "HACKING ASSESSMENT"...VOLUME 2....A favorite guest, the COO of Mastery Portfolio, an Ed tech Startup, K12  Education Twitter star ( no pun intended) , Student Engagement Consultant and author of Hacking Assessment returns  with Volume 2. Visit ace-ed.org, SELtoday.org and teacher-retention.com to see all our work PLUS We're excited to be working on the inaugural Excellence in Equity Awards, which will help us spotlight and celebrate high-impact work across K-12 education.Head to ace-ed.org/awards to find all the information and nominate before June 30! Email awards@ace-ed.org with questions.

A Convo with Clement Townsend - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mHa998cHgfU How does knowing more about video and editing help learners develop skills that are meaningful to them? Clement Townsend explains how skills like creating videos and presenting are changing the way that we teach basic skills in a more relevant and relatable way. The Science of Positive Pushback - A Convo with Mike Mohammad - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cWDIL3xCGCU “Everything that I share has little remnants of conversations over time that have made me better.” -George Couros Hear how George Couros and Mike Mohammad talk about the importance of feedback and positive pushback in creating an empowering Keynote. It is not about being an expert, it is more about being an expert learner and working to understand learning. Being open to pushback can sharpen our thinking and help us create more powerful content when we work to be expert learners. In this clip of the longer episode, The Science of Positive Pushback - Finding the True, Good and Beautiful in Education - A Convo with Marita Diffenbaugh - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SdZRUsQLL8o A powerful example of how we can involve our learners in the process of learning from Marita Diffenbaugh. Hear how she brings her students into the learning and how she “activates the kids.” This clip of The Innovator's Mindset Podcast: Finding the True, Good and Beautiful in Education Thriving in a New Role - A Convo with Dr. Shaun Carey - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9hBUAsQUebw George Couros asks Dr. Shaun V. Carey how he makes decisions that will ultimately do what is best for kids even when he knows he will get pushback. Hear Dr. Carey's answer and how he connects it back to the importance of relationships in this clip from The Innovator's Mindset Podcast: Thriving in a New Role - A Convo with Dr. Shaun Carey. Couros also shares his own thoughts on this topic as a parent instead of an educator. The Learning Curve of Personal and Professional Growth - A Convo with Dr. Jared Smith - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m7eXbQhFR1A George Couros and Dr. Jared Smith reflect on the skillset of administrators and teachers in this clip of The Innovator's Mindset Podcast: The Learning Curve of Personal and Professional Growth - A Convo with Dr. Jared Smith. Assessing with Respect - A Convo with Starr Sackstein - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rancyGwjTpE&t In this short clip of The Innovator's Mindset: Assessing with Respect - A Convo with Starr Sackstein, George brings up a question that he has often been asked about the phrase “those who can't do, teach.” Starr Sackstein shares her experiences with how she opens up to her students about the kind of critical feedback she has received in her professional life. The two hold a powerful conversation about how educators are experts and continuously grow. Being Your Authentic Self - A Convo with Deontay Torres - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m19hPLb7UmE Hear the advice that Deontay Torres, a recently graduated high school student, shares about being honest to ourselves. “No one knows you, yourself, as completely as you do,” Torres says as he reminds us to ask why we are passionate about something and what our hopes are and to be honest with ourselves with our own answers. Failure Before Success - A Convo with Dr. Julie Warner on Learning from Mistakes - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E3klKxTUYrU The connection between literacy and social engagement is clear when we look at how our learners develop literacy skills. Dr. Julie Warner shares more about how she has reflected on how she learns best and what she has recognized in the learners that she is working with. Social engagement can translate to effectively teaching literacy skills in the classroom - hear more about this statement in this clip of The Innovator's Mindset Podcast: Failure Before Success - A Convo with Dr. Julie Warner on Learning from Mistakes.

This is Season 2, Episode 10 of FocusED, and it features guest, Starr Sackstein. It was originally recorded live for a studio audience in Delaware, provided as a professional development experience for Delaware teachers and leaders. Don't miss what Starr has to say about grading, assessments, changing practices in schools, and much more. _______________________________________ Starr Sackstein Brings Tons of Experience to FocusED Listeners Starr Sackstein was a Teacher Center teacher and ELA teacher at Long Island City High School in New York. She also spent nine years at World Journalism Preparatory School in Flushing, New York, as a high school English and journalism teacher where her students ran the multimedia news outlet WJPSnews.com. As a teacher, she completely got rid of grades, teaching students that learning isn't about numbers, but about the development of skills and the ability to articulate growth. Starr also has experience as the Director of Humanities (Business, English, Library, Reading, Social Studies, and World Languages) in West Hempstead, New York. It was from this experience that she wrote From Teacher to Leader: Finding Your Way as a First-Time Leader Without Losing Your Mind. She is the author of many books (I'm not going to list them all). Here are a few of her titles: Teaching Mythology Exposed: Helping Teachers Create Visionary Classroom Perspective Blogging for Educators, Teaching Students to Self-Assess: How Do I Help Students Grow as Learners? The Power of Questioning: Opening Up the World of Student Inquiry Hacking Assessment: 10 Ways to Go Gradeless in a Traditional Grades School Hacking Homework: 10 Strategies That Inspire Learning Outside of the Classroom co-written with Connie Hamilton. Peer Feedback in the Classroom: Empower Students to be the Experts with the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD) From Teacher to Leader: Finding Your Way as a First-Time Leader without Losing Your Mind in 2019 (DBC). Assessing with Respect: Everyday Practices that Meet Students' Social and Emotional Needs (ASCD), which just came out in March of 2021. Hacking Learning Centers in Grades 6-12: Teaching Choice and Providing Small Group Learning Opportunities in Content Rich Classes co-authored with Karen Terwilliger which is set to come out in 2021. At speaking engagements around the world, Starr speaks about blogging, journalism education, bring your own device, and throwing out grades, which was also highlighted in a recent TEDx talk entitled “A Recovering Perfectionist's Journey to Give up Grades.” In 2016, she was named one of ASCD's Emerging Leaders. Starr has spoken internationally in Canada, Dubai, and South Korea on a variety of topics from assessment reform to technology-enhanced language instruction. She is now a full time consultant with the Core Collaborative, working with teams on assessment reform and bringing student voice to the front of all classroom learning. She is also the publisher with Mimi and Todd Press, helping other authors share their voices around making an impact for students such as Belonging Through a Culture of Dignity: The Keys to Successful Equity Implementation by Cobb and Krownapple. Most recently, Arrows: A Systems-Based Approach to School Leadership by Rosebrock and Henry. ------------------------------------------------------------- Thanks for listening to FocusED, an educational leadership podcast brought to you by TheSchoolHouse302 @ theschoolhouse302.com where we publish free leadership content. Go to the site, subscribe, and you'll get all of our content sent directly to your email. FocusED is your educational leadership podcast where our mission is to dissect a particular focus for teachers and school leaders so that you can learn to lead better and grow faster in your school or district with more knowledge, better understanding, and clear direction on what to do next.

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Today we discuss how we remove or reduce grades from our classrooms. Joining me for this conversation is Lee Ferguson from Texas and Johanna Brown from Washington State. Show Notes: - Johanna gave a shout out to Katy Dornbos as one of the teachers who helped out on her journey to being a gradeless teacher. - Johanna put together this google doc with a collection of ungrading resources. - We discussed the book Ungrading: Why Rating Students Undermines Learning (and What to Do Instead) Edited by Susan D. Blum. We also discussed the following resources: - The Teachers Going Gradeless website - Starr Sackstein's Blog Starr Sackstein's book “Hacking Assessment” - “Point-Less: An English Teacher's Guide to More Meaningful Grading” by Sarah M. Zerwin - Lee also recommended “Grading for Equity: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How It Can Transform Schools and Classrooms” by Joe Feldman Announcements: Our first August episode will be with the authors of After The Mask: A Guide to Caring for Students and Schools by Christopher Jenson and possibly additional coauthors. Credits: Please subscribe to Life of the school on your podcast player of choice! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LOTS Music by: https://exmagicians.bandcamp.com/ Show Notes at Lifeoftheschool.org You can follow on twitter @MrMathieuTweets or @lifeoftheschool

What if, in the world of education, grades did not exist? This week's guest, Starr Sackstein, shares how she removed grades from her classroom, focused on critical feedback to her students, and incorporated social emotional and equity components to the assessment process.  In this episode, we discuss: Systems of evidence mastery Changing the way we assess The stigma that is attached to grades And Starr's new book, Assessing with Respect: Everyday Practices That Meet Students' Social and Emotional Needs About Starr Sackstein:Starr Sackstein is a recovering perfectionist who is an assessment reforming enthusiast. Currently, she works with teacher teams to engage students in the learning process, advocate for personal growth, and effectively use student data to drive instruction with the Core Collaborative. She also works as publisher for Mimi & Todd Press. In her past lives, she was a high school English and journalism teacher, a lead Humanities learner, and social media manager. Additionally, Starr is an author, blogger, and speaker committed to changing the way we do assessment nationally and globally. Her most recent book is called Assessing with Respect: Everyday Practices that Meet Students' Social and Emotional Needs with ASCD. When Starr isn't evangelizing about grading reform, she is the wife to Charlie, mindfulness mountain biker extraordinaire, and mother to Logan, a high school student, and gamer and Huxley the cat, an aging Abyssinean.  Follow Starr Sackstein Website: http://www.mssackstein.com (www.mssackstein.com) Twitter: https://twitter.com/mssackstein (https://twitter.com/mssackstein) (@MsSackstein) Instagram: Starr53177 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MsSackstein (https://www.facebook.com/MsSackstein) Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/starrsackstein/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/starrsackstein/)  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StarrSackstein (https://www.youtube.com/c/StarrSackstein)  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1416629971/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1416629971&linkCode=as2&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=d2a943ca1f876217fdaf31142cb05103 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0986104914/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=0986104914&linkCode=as2&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=8d0b414a5b78a62ce822c5091220e4d5 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/194959520X/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=194959520X&linkCode=as2&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=8b15744dc84209821e65621bf29d5f47 Are you a superfan of the Aspire podcast? Well, now you can show off your support with the new Aspire swag, featuring tee shirts, hoodies and a variety of drinkware. You can find all your Aspire Swag athttp://www.teachbetter.com/swag ( www.teachbetter.com/swag) [caption id="attachment_3247" align="alignnone" width="1024"]https://joshstamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Aspire-Swag-Website-Image.png () Aspire Swag, Teach Better Team, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption] Use Discount Code: ASPIRE for 25% OFF Tee-Shirts, Hoodies, and Drinkware:https://teachbetterswag.com/collections/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast ( ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast)   This post contains affiliate links. When you make a purchase through these links, The Aspire Podcast gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you. Need a Presenter for a conference or school PD?[caption id="attachment_3378" align="alignnone" width="1024"]https://joshstamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Josh-CBB-2021.png () Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] https://joshstamper.com/contact/ (Contact Joshua Stamper ) for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. [caption id="attachment_2597" align="alignnone"...

Assessment is part of what teachers have to do in school. Although it is required, we teachers can make sure we assess with respect. Today's guest, Starr Sackstein, author of Assessing with Respect: Everyday Practices That Meet Students' Social and Emotional Needs, shares an overview of what is needed so that every student feels respected even as they are given the necessary feedback to improve and level up their learning. https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e739  Starr Sackstein - Bio As Submitted Over 16 years ago, Starr Sackstein started her teaching career in Far Rockaway High School, eager to make a difference. Quickly learning to connect with students and develop rapport, she was able to recognize the most important part of teaching, relationships. Fostering relationships with students and peers, to encourage community growth and a deeper understanding of personal contribution through reflection, Sackstein has continued to elevate her students by putting them at the center of the learning. Starr Sackstein currently works at Long Island City High School as a Teacher Center Teacher and ELA teacher. She spent nine years at World Journalism Preparatory School in Flushing, NY as a high school English and Journalism teacher where her students run a multi-media news outlet at WJPSnews.com. In 2011, the Dow Jones News Fund honored Sackstein as a Special Recognition Adviser and 2012 Education Updated recognized her as an outstanding educator. Currently Sackstein has thrown out grades, teaching students that learning isn’t about numbers, but about the development of skills and ability to articulate that growth. In 2012, Sackstein tackled National Board Certification in an effort to reflect on her practice and grow as an educational English facilitator. After a year of closely looking at the her work with students, she achieved the honor. She is also a certified Master Journalism Educator through the Journalism Education Association (JEA). Sackstein also serves at the New York State Director to JEA to help serve advisers in New York better grow journalism programs. Author of Teaching Mythology Exposed: Helping Teachers Create Visionary Classroom Perspective, Blogging for Educators, Teaching Students to Self Assess: How do I help Students grow as learners?, The Power of Questioning: Opening up the World of Student Inquiry, Hacking Assessment: 10 Ways to Go Gradeless in a Traditional Grades School, Hacking Homework: 10 Strategies that Inspire Learning Outside the Classroom and most recently Peer Feedback in the Classroom: Empowering Students to be the Experts. (You can find all of the books here: https://amzn.to/3vPs9go) Sackstein co-moderates #sunchat as well as contributes to #NYedChat. She has made the Bammy Awards finals for Secondary High School Educator in 2014 and for blogging in 2015. In speaking engagements, Sackstein speaks about blogging, journalism education, throwing out grades and BYOD, helping people see technology doesn’t have to be feared. Most recently, Sackstein was named one of ASCD’s Emerging leaders class of 2016, in addition to presenting a TedxTalk about throwing out grades. Balancing a busy career of writing and teaching with being the mom to 10-year-old Logan is a challenging adventure. Seeing the world through his eyes reminds her why education needs to change for every child. Contact information: mssackstein@gmail.com @MsSackstein on Twitter Starr Sackstein, MJE Facebook Fan page   Disclosure of Material Connection: This episode includes some affiliate links. This means that if you choose to buy I will be paid a commission on the affiliate program. However, this is at no additional cost to you.  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.” This company has no impact on the editorial content of the show.

Another month of amazing educators and amazing ideas shared during #TheInnovatorsMindset Podcast! In this month's highlights, you will hear some great insights from Dr. Principal El, Ryan Keliher, Starr Sackstein, Livia Chan, and Vernon Wright! Hear their highlight clips and then check out their full episode by clicking the links below. As a bonus, watch on YouTube for a chance to win a signed copy of The Innovator's Mindset! Timecodes: 1:52 Intro Music 2:00 Dr. Principal El 4:08 Ryan Keliher 5:52 Starr Sackstein 8:43 Livia Chan 11:37 Vernon Wright 13:19 Closing Dr. Principal El https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ySmCCv5F3Ps How much does it matter when a child has someone who believes in them? Hear how Dr. Principal El answers this question as he explains the importance of believing in others. Ryan Keliher TBD Creating opportunities for entrepreneurs to invest in themselves is an empowering learning experience that Ryan Keliher shares in this clip of The Innovator's Mindset Podcast! Starr Sackstein https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ktJpDD3qC1A Starr Sackstein reflects on a project that her learners came up with because she provided an opportunity to co-create curriculum! Livia Chan https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tpizB1qL2Ng Livia Chan shares more about how building her own PLN has helped her connect with other educators and created more opportunities in her professional career! Vernon Wright https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6JXi3Im1jes Vernon Wright talks about the power of affirmations and how he uses the same affirmations daily to help him achieve his goals. Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset. More at georgecouros.ca George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/ George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519 For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros The Innovator's Mindset:https://www.amazon.com/Innovators-Mindset-Empower-Learning-Creativity/dp/0986155497/ref=zg_bs_69830_7?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=ARY8KZTA242NVFMHF9X0 Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/Innovate-Inside-Box-Empowering-Innovators/dp/1948334127/ref=zg_bs_69830_12?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=75E0ZS6R2J330FAM9Y0A Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

This episode of The Innovator's Mindset with Starr Sackstein has a little bit of everything - education, writing, basketball shoes, Pokemon GO, going gradeless...the topics and conversation throughout this episode are incredibly empowering and relevant! Throughout this podcast, you can feel Sackstein's passion for education and learning! Couros also asks Sackstein about her new book, Assessing With Respect: Everyday Practices That Meet Students' Social and Emotional Needs. During this conversation, Couros reflects on his personal story about how grades impacted him as a learner and Sackstein shares her knowledge about going gradeless. See all this and more - including Sackstein's priceless reaction to spelling tests! Timecodes: 45:41 Hear Sackstein talk about her new book, Assessing With Respect: Everyday Practices That Meet Students' Social and Emotional Needs 48:24 What is co-constructing curriculum Links: Starr Sackstein Publications - https://www.mssackstein.com/publications Texting Improving Literacy George Couros Blog - https://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2190 Simply May Sackstein's lesser-known fiction publication- https://www.amazon.com/Simply-May-Starr-Sackstein/dp/0557132754/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&qid=1548016628&sr=8-11&keywords=starr+sackstein&linkCode=sl1&tag=starrsacks-20&linkId=faa25f4c6188691bbba723e2f48e7038&language=en_US Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset. More at georgecouros.ca George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/ George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519 For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros The Innovator's Mindset:https://www.amazon.com/Innovators-Mindset-Empower-Learning-Creativity/dp/0986155497/ref=zg_bs_69830_7?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=ARY8KZTA242NVFMHF9X0 Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/Innovate-Inside-Box-Empowering-Innovators/dp/1948334127/ref=zg_bs_69830_12?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=75E0ZS6R2J330FAM9Y0A Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

George Couros and Starr Sackstein have a powerful conversation about the following questions: Who is a teacher that has inspired you and why? Who is an administrator that has inspired you and why? What advice would you give your first-year teacher self? Hear more about these questions and how Sackstein describes herself as a “bopping Grateful Dead” fan! Quotes: "Be gentle with yourself." "Not knowing answers...has left space for the kids to be able to say 'I know how to find out the answer to that...' [It] creates a synergy." Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset. More at georgecouros.ca George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/ George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519 For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros The Innovator's Mindset:https://www.amazon.com/Innovators-Mindset-Empower-Learning-Creativity/dp/0986155497/ref=zg_bs_69830_7?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=ARY8KZTA242NVFMHF9X0 Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/Innovate-Inside-Box-Empowering-Innovators/dp/1948334127/ref=zg_bs_69830_12?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=75E0ZS6R2J330FAM9Y0A Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

When we include students in the process of defining quality work, they are more likely to rise to those standards. In this episode, educator Starr Sackstein explains how she co-constructs success criteria with her students. ------------------- Thanks to Hāpara and TGR EDU: Explore for sponsoring this episode! ------------------- Looking for high-impact PD that won't take a lot of time? Check out my mini-course, 4 Laws of Learning, and use the code LISTENER at checkout to take $5 off the course tuition.

ASSESSING STUDENTS WITH RESPECT TO THEIR SOCIAL EMOTIONAL  NEEDS Our good friend Starr Sackstein, renowned thought leader and educator returns to talk about her newest book and offers best practice for results as SEL needs become more and more important. PLEASE CLICK OVER TO ACE-ED.ORG AND ENJOY OUR ONLINE JOURNAL 'EQUITY & ACCESS". SUBSCRIPTIONS ARE FREE; ALL PART OF OUR AMERICAN CONSORTIUM FOR EQUITY IN EDUCATION

ASSESSING STUDENTS WITH RESPECT TO THEIR SOCIAL EMOTIONAL  NEEDS Our good friend Starr Sackstein, renowned thought leader and educator returns to talk about her newest book and offers best practice for results as SEL needs become more and more important. PLEASE CLICK OVER TO ACE-ED.ORG AND ENJOY OUR ONLINE JOURNAL 'EQUITY & ACCESS". SUBSCRIPTIONS ARE FREE; ALL PART OF OUR AMERICAN CONSORTIUM FOR EQUITY IN EDUCATION

This episode is all about hacking assessments. If you have been thinking about changing assessment but don't know how to do it, I hope in this episode, you can get some practical actions to take. If you have never thought about changing it, this episode will give you a different insight. Today we are excited to have Starr Sackstein to share with her amazing hacks for transforming this paradigm. Starr Sackstein has been an educator since 2001 and left her role as the director of humanities in the West Hempstead Union Free School District to become a full-time consultant with the Core Collaborative. Starr was named an ASCD "Emerging Leader" class of 2016 and gave a TEDx Talk called "A Recovering Perfectionist's Journey to Give Up Grades." She has authored many books for teachers. For example , Teaching Students to Self-Assess, Hacking Assessment: 10 Ways to Go Gradeless in a Traditional Grades School, Peer Feedback in the Classroom and the list goes on. Starr has traveled the world sharing ideas about assessment reform in Dubai and South Korea and is hoping to continue changing the system for kids everywhere.Please visit our website for more show notes: ( https://compassteacher.com/ )ReflectionsHave you been frustrated with the struggles to give meaningful feedback?How confident are you with your understanding of every student's learning progress?What can you do tomorrowGuide your students with reflections after an assessment which can help you understand if the assessment is helpful. Few steps to take:Ask students what they think the assessment is asking them to do?Ask students what steps they took to complete it? How they overcame the struggles?Students find the evidence to support the standards they achieved.Students grade themselves by evidenceReflect what they would do differently next time.Song Tracks CreditsOpening & Ending: Inspiration written by Rafael Krux. Positive, uplifting and inspiring track suitable for commercials and advertising.The breaks in the middleDancing in the Isles by Sonny LauderdaleSunny Sunday Swing by Jonathan Boyle“Compass teachers” is to share educators around the world with teaching tactics, education research or helpful tools. Amazing ideas to experiment in the classroom.歡迎來到司南老師頻道。我們的任務是去訪談來自各地的老師，汲取他們實用的教學技巧，工具或是教育研究。希望這頻道能提供一些想法讓您可以落實在教學中 Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

 BELONGING THROUGH A  CULTURE OF DIGNITY: Our old friend , Educator and author Starr Sackstein, now a publisher at Mimi &Todd Press returns with author Floyd Cobb

A LOOK AT MANAGING AND CREATING  INTERDISCIPLINARY LEARNINGTeachers working together  to build better learning. Who's in charge and how  is it done successfully with educator, administrator , blogger and thought leader Starr Sackstein

A LOOK AT MANAGING AND CREATING  INTERDISCIPLINARY LEARNINGTeachers working together  to build better learning. Who's in charge and how  is it done successfully with educator, administrator , blogger and thought leader Starr Sackstein

SMARTBRIEF presents EDUCATOR VOICE with educator/administrator STARR SACKSTEIN on SHARING: Nobody's better than my old friend Starr, a top flight connected educator, author of 8 books and well known blogger  who just was recognized as an Editor's Choice winner for her post on "Sharing"with colleagues and the community.

SMARTBRIEF presents EDUCATOR VOICE with educator/administrator STARR SACKSTEIN on SHARING: Nobody's better than my old friend Starr, a top flight connected educator, author of 8 books and well known blogger  who just was recognized as an Editor's Choice winner for her post on "Sharing"with colleagues and the community.

This episode features an interview with Starr Sackstein, author of the book Peer Feedback in the Classroom and Hacking Assessment: 10 Ways to Go Gradeless in a Traditional Grades School. Topics include: What are peer experts? Why use peer experts? How to implement peer experts in the classroom How to maximize the effectiveness of peer experts