🎙️ Welcome back to episode 4 of Season 2 of The Learning Curve Podcast ECSD! We're thrilled to have you join us today for an enlightening conversation with our featured guest, Ken O'Connor. A renowned education consultant, Ken is a leading expert in student achievement communication, specializing in grading and reporting practices. 🌟
🙏 Before we delve into the insightful discussion, let's pause for reflection and prayer. We seek wisdom to prioritize the humanity of our students over grades, fostering an environment where each student feels valued. May the words in this podcast inspire fellow educators to approach their classrooms with empathy and understanding.
🌿 We acknowledge the traditional land of Treaty 6, honoring Indigenous peoples and the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 4, and their enduring contributions to this land. With gratitude, we recognize their wisdom and resilience.
🎙️ The agenda for today's episode is packed with valuable insights:
🧠 Jennifer’s Learning Lab: Explore the world of neuroscience as Jennifer unravels the power of Metacognition.
🗣️ Ken O'Connor Interview: Gain insights into assessment practices within an outcomes-based framework. Ken will discuss the moderation of standards in collaboration with colleagues to better understand proficiency and curriculum outcomes.
🤔 Mindset Matters: Tracy leads a thoughtful discussion on goal-setting with students, bringing them into the assessment process.
📚 Lit Literature: Alyson guides us through an exploration of "The Art of Coaching" by Elena Aguilar, providing insights on supporting all educators in their work.
As we conclude today's agenda, we extend gratitude to Ken O'Connor for his valuable insights and to you, our listeners. Connect with us on Instagram @ecsdlearning, and subscribe for updates on future episodes.
🌟 We trust that today's episode will inspire you to connect with your colleagues in the practice of moderation and engage students in metacognition through goal-setting. As you continue on your journey of growth, may you find fulfillment and meaningful connections.
Thank you for being a part of The Learning Curve ECSD Podcast. 🚀
Links
Ken’s website https://www.oconnorgrading.com/
Publications https://www.oconnorgrading.com/copy-of-services
New York Times Article https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/20/opinion/culture/timed-tests-biased-kids
Guest
Ken O’Connor, Educational Consultant
Segments by
Jennifer Espejo Harasimiuk, High School Biology Consultant
Tracy Hlus-Ewaskiw, Assessment & Reporting Consultant
Alyson Gabucci, Assessment & Reporting Consultant
Producer
Julia McLeod, Assessment & Reporting Consultant
Music by Conor McLeod
Produced with Canva, Riverside, Spotify for Podcasters, Veed, & Clipchamp
