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The Good Life EDU PodcastA Fresh Framework for the Future: Katie Novak on AI, UDL, and Resilient Learning | A Future Ready Nebraska Conference PreviewIn this episode of The Good Life EDU Podcast, we welcome back renowned UDL expert and author Dr. Katie Novak to discuss her latest work at the intersection of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and artificial intelligence (AI) in education. Building on her keynote at the 2024 NeMTSS Summit and ahead of her upcoming presentations at the 2025 Future Ready Nebraska Conference, Katie introduces a four-step framework for lesson design that embraces AI as a tool that both supports and enhances educator creativity and expertise.Katie and Andrew discuss how AI can empower teachers to design...2025-04-2844 min

Serious Angler Bass Fishing PodcastChampions Roast with Bassmaster Classic Champion Easton FothergillSend us a textOn today's episode we are joined by the Bassmaster Classic Champion Easton Fothergill for a Champions Roast by some surprised guests! Whether you're a seasoned angler looking to refine your skills or a newcomer eager to learn, our podcast has something for everyone.📌 Important Links:Kings of Bass Episode: https://youtu.be/SFaH3pyXFVI?si=odKhzgJd4X3R5PSrEaston's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eastonfothergillfish/Nick's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickdumkefishing/Kobie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kobiekoenigfishing/Ben's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ben...2025-04-231h 12

Tackle Talk - Bass Fishing PodcastEp. 289 - Bassmaster Classic Champion EASTON FOTHERGILLOn today’s episode, we sit down with a young man that has accomplished more in the world of fishing at 22 years old than most anglers will in their entire lives. And that young man’s name is Easton Fothergill. Easton has been on quite the wild ride the last few weeks, but today he sits down with us here at Tackle Talk to talk about how he’s feeling a mere 2 weeks removed from winning the most prestigious award in bass fishing, annnnd gives us some insight into the GEAR that helped him do it. ...2025-04-081h 05

The Good Life EDU PodcastTwo AI Bots Take Over the Podcast to Talk AI in EducationKick off the new year with this insightful solo episode of The Good Life EDU Podcast! Host Andrew Easton explores the latest advancements in AI technology from OpenAI’s "12 Days of OpenAI" and updates within Google’s Notebook LM. Dive into the transformative potential of these tools for education, from enhancing lesson planning and student engagement to supporting professional learning and legislative bill analysis.Through an innovative demonstration of Notebook LM’s new interactive audio overview features, this episode provides practical applications and thought-provoking ideas to inspire your educational journey in 2025.L...2025-01-1028 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastTwo AI Bots Take Over the Podcast to Talk AI in Education Kick off the new year with this insightful solo episode of The Good Life EDU Podcast! Host Andrew Easton explores the latest advancements in AI technology from OpenAI’s “12 Days of OpenAI” and updates within Google’s Notebook LM. Dive into the transformative potential of these tools for education, from enhancing lesson planning and student engagement to supporting professional learning and legislative bill analysis. Through an innovative demonstration of Notebook LM’s new interactive audio overview features, this episode provides practical applications and thought-provoking ideas to inspire your educational journey in 2025. Learn more about the 12 Days of Op...2025-01-1028 min

Artificial Intelligence – ESU CCTwo AI Bots Take Over the Podcast to Talk AI in Education Kick off the new year with this insightful solo episode of The Good Life EDU Podcast! Host Andrew Easton explores the latest advancements in AI technology from OpenAI’s “12 Days of OpenAI” and updates within Google’s Notebook LM. Dive into the transformative potential of these tools for education, from enhancing lesson planning and student engagement to supporting professional learning and legislative bill analysis. Through an innovative demonstration of Notebook LM’s new interactive audio overview features, this episode provides practical applications and thought-provoking ideas to inspire your educational journey in 2025. Learn more about the 12 Days of Op...2025-01-1028 min $Outlier\'s Edge Podcast with Niiamah Ashong$ Outlier's Edge Podcast with Niiamah AshongTransform Failure into Breakthrough Success | Laurent Mundela, Violet Ostuni, Kimberly Gomes, Andrew Easton | Ep 605"Once I take the jump, the path starts lighting up very subtly, you start getting breadcrumbs, like opportunities start coming in, or you just feel this Soul tug. As you continue to be open, life starts serving things up for you." Kimberly GomesJoin Niiamah (@niiamahashong) for a powerful conversation about authenticity and creative leadership with Laurent Mundela, Violet Ostuni, Kimberly Gomes @writeon_kim, Andrew Easton. They explore the true cost of showing up authentically and share intimate stories of transformation that will inspire you to embrace your unique journey.Welcome to the Outlier's Edge...2024-12-2755 min

Serious Angler Bass Fishing PodcastMajor Key to Bass Fishing Success with Easton Fothergill & Nick DumkeSend us a textOn today's episode of Serious Angler we are joined by the recent WON Bass US Open champ and Bassmaster Elite Series pro Bryant Smith and joined by two time Bassmaster Open winner and Bassmaster Open 2024 Angler of the Year, Easton Fothergill to talk strategy, character, advancements in learning and much more.📌 Important Links:Easton's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eastonfothergillfish/Nick's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickdumkefishing/Bryant's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bryant_smith_fishing/Where to Donate to help West NC & TN: https://andersenconner.com/hel...2024-10-301h 01

Make It Mindful: Insights for Global Learning#25 Andrew Easton on Cultivating a Growth Mindset with AIIn this insightful episode of Make It Mindful, Seth and Lauren delve into the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the educational landscape with the expertise of Andrew Easton, a seasoned educator, speaker, author, and consultant. Andrew illuminates the importance of embracing a growth mindset and the necessity for continuous learning amidst the swift advances in technology. He explores the vast possibilities AI offers for personalized learning experiences, highlighting how AI tutors and chatbots can cater to individual student needs by providing a safe space for inquiry and enhanced search capabilities. Andrew also touches on the ethical dimensions...2024-02-1240 min

Becoming WilkinsonAndrew Easton: Why would a scientist decide to get into the gay adult entertainment industry?Andrew Easton is a young scientist who decided to get into the gay adult entertainment industry as a performer.Contact Andrew: scruffygaynerd@gmail.comPhoto: Copyright Wilkinson/2024Opening and closing music courtesy the very talented Zakhar Valaha via Pixabay.To contact Wilkinson- email him at BecomingWilkinson@gmail.com 2024-01-2232 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastHow C3 Teachers and Nebraska ESUs Are Transforming Instruction in Social StudiesThis episode highlights the shift to inquiry for social studies instruction. On the pod, John Lee of C3 Teachers conveys the details of their national efforts with the C3 Inquiry Design Model that Nebraska ESUs utilized in their collaborative efforts to develop inquiry units of study for grades 4-8. Mark Brady of ESU 7 also joins us to share the history of this effort in Nebraska that has produced 60+ inquiry units developed by Nebraska teachers for Nebraska teachers (that are aligned to the Nebraska State Standards).To access the C3 Teachers' site and resources, visit...2024-01-1737 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastDigital Citizenship and Live Virtual Learning Experiences Through Banyan Global LearningIn this first episode of 2024, we are joined by Seth Fleischauer of Banyan Global Learning for a conversation that spans an array of topics all related to teaching learners Digital Citizenship, whether that be in your own home or in the school environment. On the pod, Seth shares his passion for connecting with students and schools through a live virtual connection to make space for conversations that can help them to better navigate the digital world we live in. To learn more about Banyan Global Learning, visit https://banyangloballearning.com/2024-01-1139 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastMedia Literacy in the Era of Generative A.I.Media Literacy speaker, author, and evangelist, Julie N. Smith, joins The Good Life EDU Podcast this week to talk about the impact generative artificial intelligence is having on media literacy efforts in education. On the pod, Julie highlights examples of how AI is being used to create content and what consumers (like educators, learners, and the general public) can do to keep from being misled by fake news and misinformation. To connect with Julie, visit heyjuliesmith.comFor access to resources mentioned in the episode, visit...Google...2023-11-2135 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastWhat Educators Need to Know About Generative AI Prompting, AI Literacy, and What's NextAmanda Bickerstaff, CEO and co-founder of AI for Education, joins The Good Life EDU this week to share how teachers can take a more nuanced approach to prompting generative AI chatbots to save time during the lesson design process and enhance learning opportunities for students. Our conversation builds from there to include insights on generative AI for student use, AI literacy, and the next wave of AI tech tools that are closer to the classroom than one might think.To connect and continue learning from Amanda, visit aiforeducation.io 2023-10-1744 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastNebraska Schools Are Working Together to Tell Their Story. Here's How You Can Be a Part of It.This week, we welcome Dr. John Schwartz, Superintendent of Millard Public Schools, to The Good Life EDU to share how schools across Nebraska are telling their stories through the Rooted in Nebraska campaign. Dr. Schwartz is one of a number of leaders in our state who are committed to this effort to highlight how we are "Rooted in Academics and Grown for Success" in Nebraska.To learn more about the Rooted in Nebraska campaign and access available resources, visit https://www.rootedinnebraska.org/Also, be sure to check out...2023-10-0927 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastHow One District Has Embraced AI and Its Role in 21st Century LearningThis week on the podcast, we're joined by Rob Dickson and Dyane Smokorowski from Wichita Public Schools. They take us through their district's venture into generative AI, which kicked off with the introduction of ChatGPT in November 2022. In our conversation, Rob and "Smoke" delve into the motivations behind their initiative, the implementation process, and the significant shifts they've witnessed since then, impacting their dedication to advancing teaching and learning.To learn more about technology at Wichita Public Schools, visit https://www.usd259.org/domain/904To read the Edweek article...2023-09-2639 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastPlayful Solutions for Serious Learning with John MeehanThis week on The Good Life EDU Podcast, John Meehan of EMC2 Learning joins us for a conversation on student engagement, playful learning, and how educators can get connected to the resources and support that he and Michael Matera provide through their company. John will be in Nebraska for two days of fun and professional learning in November as he works with our ESU PDO TLT affiliate, and this episode previews the ideas, energy, and thoughtful approach to lesson design that educators can expect from that experience.To learn more about EMC2 Learning, visit...2023-09-2038 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastThe NE ESUCC Digital Citizenship Symposium: A Statewide Event That's Part of an International CommunityIn this episode, we welcome Peg Coover of ESU 10, co-leader of the Digital Citizenship Symposium effort statewide, to preview the upcoming live and in-person DigCit event on October 16th. We are also joined by this year's keynote speaker Dr. Marialice BFX Curran, who shares her heart for this important topic and what attendees can expect from the event.To learn more and/or register for this event, visit bit.ly/NEDigCitTo learn more from the DigCit Institute and Dr. Marialice BFX Curran, visit https://digcitinstitute.com/2023-09-1523 min

The Cyber Go-To-Market podcast for cybersecurity sales and marketing teams. Save Cybr Donut!How to Ramp New Sellers Faster - Cracking the Onboarding Code with EJ Easton🤔 Are you struggling to onboard new hires effectively in your cybersecurity startup?🤔 Do you want to learn how to ramp up new sales reps quickly and make them productive?🤔 Are you looking for tips to improve your onboarding process and drive revenue growth?👉 In this conversation with EJ Easton, we dive into best practices for onboarding in cybersecurity startups. We discuss the advantage of new hires, the importance of asking great questions and setting specific short-term goals for success.👉 During this episode, we explore:👉 The importance of being prescriptive in onboarding👉 Certifying individual...2023-09-1445 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastBold Gratitude Ideas for Cultivating a Grateful DispositionEducation speaker and author Lainie Rowell joins The Good Life EDU Podcast this week with an uplifting message and a number of great ideas for fostering and maintaining an attitude of gratitude. Lainie recently released Bold Gratitude, an interactive journal that serves as a practical companion to her book, Evolving with Gratitude: Small Practices in Learning Communities That Make a Big Difference with Kids, Peers, and the World, and she shares insights and examples from that project on the pod. We ourselves are grateful to Lainie for sharing on the show as there's no time like the start of...2023-09-0629 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastIs the Use of Generative A.I. Plagiarism? Education Attorney Justin Knight Weighs in on A.I. Policies in SchoolsIn this episode, we welcome Justin Knight, an attorney with Perry Law Firm, to discuss several AI-related topics and potential concerns that school districts and their educators should look to address as they establish policies and practices for the use of AI. Justin brings a great perspective and a wealth of experience with education law to this conversation. We focus on generative AI and how things like intellectual property rights, copyright law, and the crafting of a school plagiarism policy are all being challenged as this technology continues to evolve.For more on how...2023-08-0834 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastTalking All Things Rural Education with NREA's Executive Director, Dr. Allen PrattThe National Rural Education Association is a strong and respected organization of rural school administrators, teachers, board members, regional service agency personnel, researchers, business and industry representatives, and others who are interested in maintaining the vitality of rural school systems across the country. In this episode, NREA's executive director, Dr. Allen Pratt, joins the podcast to talk about the NREA's current work, the present challenges facing rural education in America, and the innovative and collaborative efforts being made to address them. We also chat about the myriad of ways in which NREA helps keep rural educators connected and informed.2023-08-0325 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastHow Educator Effectiveness Is Foundational to Everything We Do in EDUJulie Downing and Ryan Ricenbaw of the NDE SEED Team are back again this week with an update on their efforts with the Nebraska Teacher and Principal Performance standards. This episode highlights educator effectiveness as the "connective tissue" supporting a variety of education initiatives in Nebraska. In this NDE Admin Days preview, Julie and Ryan identify those connections that they will be presenting on across six sessions at our statewide conference later this month.To learn more about the NDE SEED Team, visit https://www.education.ne.gov/educatoreffectiveness/2023-07-1037 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastHow Scottsbluff High School Is Utilizing Career Academies to Serve Students and the CommunityThis week on The Good Life EDU Podcast, Scottsbluff High School principal Justin Shaddick joins us to share about their unique approach to career academies and how that programming has enhanced student learning and fostered a career pipeline between their school and local businesses. While Justin is quick to point out that programs like this need to evolve to fit a local context, anyone can listen in and learn from the episode as he shares insights from over a decade invested in this work.For more information on the Career Academies at Scottsbluff HS...2023-07-0536 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastIntroducing Nebraska's New Commissioner of Education, Dr. Brian MaherThis week we have the pleasure of welcoming NDE's new commissioner, Dr. Brian Maher, to The Good Life EDU! In this episode, Commissioner Maher shares his backstory in education and provides his vision and aspirations for his overall impact in this role. He also delves into some of what he hopes to accomplish in his first 100 days. We are grateful to have had the opportunity to learn from Dr. Maher on the pod and look forward to our continued collaboration with NDE in support of education in our state.2023-06-1929 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastCuripod: An AI-Powered, Interactive Instructional Tool for EducationThis week's guest, Eirik Hernes Berre, joins us to share all about Curipod, an interactive instructional tool that uses artificial intelligence to save educators design and research time while also promoting a more collaborative and engaging learning experience for all. Eirik is Curipod's co-founder and our conversation delves into his experiences working with schools around the world, some potential implications of AI on the future of education, and his personal love for all things Harry Potter! We certainly enjoyed this fun and insightful episode and hope you do as well!For more, visit Curipod...2023-06-1536 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastEmpowered to Choose with Andrew Easton, a Future Ready Nebraska Conference PreviewThis week the ESUCC's Executive Director Dr. Kraig Lofquist takes over as the host of The Good Life EDU Podcast to interview our usual host, Andrew Easton! Andrew will be keynoting this summer's Future Ready Nebraska Conference, sharing his message from his recently released book, Empowered to Choose: A Practical Guide to Personalized Learning. This episode previews Andrew's various sessions that will be featured at this FREE hybrid professional learning event!To register for the Future Ready Nebraska Conference (free to in-person and virtual attendees), visit nefutureready.comTo connect with Andrew...2023-05-1536 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastNebraska's Canvas Consortium and Its Impact in SchoolsIn this episode of The Good Life EDU Podcast, Shara Johnson of ESU 2, Matthew Burg who is a business teacher at Freemont High School, and Jess Bland who is the superintendent at Oakland-Craig Public Schools join us for a conversation that speaks to the impact that the learning management system, Canvas, has had in their building. On the pod, Shara notes that schools only have until February 28th, 2023 to join the Canvas Consortium this spring and have their implementation costs covered by NDE. To learn more about Nebraska's Canvas Consortium, access https://www.education.ne.gov/educational-technology/canvas-statewide-consortium/.2023-02-0832 min

Evolving with GratitudeEpisode 31 - Relentlessly Honoring Learners' S.P.I.N. with Guest Andrew EastonAs learners, we all have our own "S.P.I.N." – Strengths, Preferences, Interests, and Needs! In this empowering episode, Andrew Easton walks us through practical and actionable ways to fill our learners' "experience backpack". He also talks about how he shifts reactive reflections into proactive practices. Transcript available here. About Our Guest: Proud Dad, Nebraska's ESUCC Digital Learning Coordinator, Personalized Learning Speaker and Consultant, #DBCIncBooks Author of #EmpoweredToChoose, and host of #TheGoodLifeEDU podcast! Website: andrewdeaston.com Book: Empowered to Choose: Teaching Students to Personalize Learning Twitter: @EastonA1...2022-11-0832 min

THRIVEinEDU by Rachelle Dene PothThriveinEDU Live with guest Andrew Easton!Catch Rachelle and Mel's chat with our good friend Andrew Easton, @EastonA1. Educator and author and sometimes even ThriveinEDU co-host! Always a great chat and ideas from Andrew and his kids! So much fun hearing about what kids think about school and why relationships matter!Enjoy the episode and join our ThriveinEDU community!--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app 2022-01-3135 min

THRIVEinEDU by Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth @Rdene915ThriveinEDU Live with guest Andrew Easton!Catch Rachelle and Mel's chat with our good friend Andrew Easton, @EastonA1. Educator and author and sometimes even ThriveinEDU co-host! Always a great chat and ideas from Andrew and his kids! So much fun hearing about what kids think about school and why relationships matter! Enjoy the episode and join our ThriveinEDU community!2022-01-3134 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastThe ESUCC Social Studies Special ProjectThis episode captures the backstory and present collaborative efforts being made by our ESU colleagues across Nebraska to develop and share high-quality instructional materials for social studies, grades 4-8. The pod features Lori Broady, leader of the SDA Social Studies cadre, and Nick Ziegler, co-leader of the TLT affiliate, as they discuss the Why, How, and What regarding this work. The call to action for this conversation is to invite current social studies teachers in Nebraska to apply to be a part of this initiative. To receive an application, please contact Andrew Easton at aeaston@esucc.org directly if...2022-01-2626 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastHow Personal Growth Can Be Its Own Form of Professional Development This SummerIn this episode, Tara Martin joins us once again for a conversation on how the very things that help us recharge during the summer can be the key ingredients to professional growth in the year to come. In a summer where many educators are burnt out and in need of a break, this episode considers how personal growth can be some of the best and most applicable PD an educator experiences in the summer.2021-07-0232 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastSchool's Out! Lessons Learned and Looking Ahead: A Future Ready NE Conference PreviewThis is the third pod in our three-part series previewing the Future Ready Nebraska Conference that will take place from 9am-1pmCT on June 14 and 15th. In this episode, we are joined by Melissa Pilakowski, ELA teacher from Valentine High School and Mike Mohammad, physics teacher from Brookfield Central High School in Wisconsin. In this chat, Melissa and Mike reflect on their experiences over the past year, highlight their takeaways, and look optimistically to the future of education in the post-pandemic classroom. Register for the Future Ready NE Conference at nefutureready.com 2021-06-1235 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastHigh-Quality Instructional Materials Matter: A Future Ready Nebraska Conference PreviewDr. Cory Epler of the Nebraska Department of Education joins us this week for a conversation on the work being done around High-Quality Instructional Materials (HQIMs) in Nebraska. This episode is a Future Ready Conference preview of Dr. Epler's breakout session, #MaterialsMatter, which will be delivered at 11:35amCT on June 14th. Resources Referenced in the Pod The Future Ready Nebraska Registration Link: https://nefutureready.com/ The Nebraska Instructional Materials Collaborative: https://nematerialsmatter.org/ The Nebraska OER: https://www.oercommons.org/hubs/nebraska 2021-05-2829 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastThe State of Tech in Education: A Future Ready NE Conference PreviewThis week, Matt Miller, author of Ditch That Textbook and Tech Like a Pirate, joins the pod as a Future Ready Nebraska Conference preview. Matt will be keynoting and leading a breakout session at that FREE virtual event on June 14. In this episode, our conversation focuses on how the pandemic era of learning has accelerated tech integration in education, and we discuss the promise this shift holds for the future of education as a result. Additionally, Matt delves into his work supporting teachers, TikTok for professional development, ideas from his latest book, and more. Register (I...2021-05-1832 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastTales from the Classroom: How Relationships Are at the Heart of LearningIn this episode, Brooke Kavan (ESU 7) and I visit Millard West High School in Omaha, Nebraska to chat with Brooke's 17-year-old cousin, Camille O'Neill. Camille, a junior at MWHS, navigates her school day with significantly limited vision due to a condition called retinopathy of prematurity. In the pod, Camille shares about the challenges she faces on a daily basis and her ability to persevere, learn, and succeed with the support of her physics teacher, Mr. Tyler Berzina.2021-05-1326 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastA Conversation on 13 Things Strong Kids DoIn this episode, international best-selling author and licensed clinical social worker, Amy Morin, joins us to share out about her new book, 13 Things Strong Kids Do. This conversation delves into Amy's own personal backstory as the impetus driving the Why behind her work, and we explore some of the thirteen talking points in this text, making connections to an educational context. To learn more from Amy, check out her website at https://amymorinlcsw.com/ where you can find courses, her podcast, books, and more. Link to purchase 13 Things Strong Kids Do: https://www.am...2021-04-3034 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastArtificial Intelligence in EducationIf you are curious about the future of education and the role technology will play in supporting student learning, this conversation with Dr. Helen Crompton reveals that what many of us might perceive as the future is actually happening now. Dr. Crompton joins us as one of the leaders and coaches for the ISTE+GM Artificial Intelligence Exploration program, and she shares out about how AI is changing the way teachers can support their learners. You can access the following link for more information on the ISTE+GM AI Explorations program: https://sites.google.com/do...2021-04-2241 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastPrairie STEM: Talking Robotics, STEM Kits, Girls in STEAM, eSports, and MoreIn this episode, Alan Wang, the executive director of the Omaha-based non-profit Prairie STEM, shares out about the myriad of initiatives that Prairie STEM is currently invested in to provide engaging and authentic learning opportunities for all students in Nebraska (and beyond) in the areas of science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics. This conversation is as informative and it is inspirational, and if you are interested in learning more about Prairie STEM, you can reach them at https://prairiestem.org/.2021-04-1540 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastAvenues for Professional Learning in a Digital AgeThis week, we are joined by Rachelle Dene Poth, who is a Spanish teacher, national speaker, author, and education technology consultant. In the pod, Rachelle shares her personal love for learning and the many avenues through which she has collaborated with educators from around the world through social platforms. Our conversation looks specifically at the Clubhouse app along with StreamYard as two relatively new ways in which the education community has been able to share ideas and communicate with one another throughout the pandemic.2021-04-0837 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastCareer & Technical Education in Nebraska and the reVision Action GrantThis week on the pod, we welcomed Sydney Kobza, the Assistant State Director for CTE with the Nebraska Department of Education, for a chat about the latest in career & technical education in our state. In this episode, we explore the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic and the extraordinary efforts being made to continue to provide quality learning experiences and statewide competitions despite the challenges of the present time. Our conversation also delves into the details about the DTE reVision Action grant, which can be applied for at https://www.education.ne.gov/nce/action-grant/2021-04-0229 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastImmersive Learning Using AR/VR TechnologyThis week, The Good Life EDU hosts author, speaker, and ed-tech consultant Jaime Donally for a conversation about immersive learning through augmented reality and virtual reality experiences. Jaime is an educator who never puts the tech before the standards and the learning goals, and she advocates for that approach to tech integration while also sharing her insights on how AR and VR can enrich the learning experience for all students. In addition to this pod, you can learn from Jaime at the NETA conference where she will be a featured speaker later this month. Also be sure...2021-03-0843 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastInsights on Educator Effectiveness and Development from the NDE SEED TeamIn this episode of The Good Life EDU podcast, the NDE SEED Team is back to share an update on their work with revising the teacher and principal effectiveness standards for Nebraska. This pod delves into personal insights and stories from each of the SEED Team members that helps communicate the thinking behind their efforts and the heart these leaders have for the admin, teachers, and learners across the state.2021-03-0152 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastNebraska Principals Make School and Staff Culture a PriorityIn this episode, we are joined by Dani Beerbohm, Principal of Bellwood Elementary (David City Public Schools), and Tammy Carlson, Principal of Fullerton Elementary (Fullerton Public Schools), for a conversation on leadership during the pandemic. In the pod, Dani and Tammy delve into their own self-care strategies, their lead by example approach to principalship, and they close the show with several practical ideas for how to improve the culture and morale in their building in the face of these trying times.2021-02-1827 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastBehind-the-Scenes of The Mind Inside, Episode 3This week we are joined by Sally Nellson Barrett, Andy Marinkovich, and Brittany Mascio of Nebraska Public Schools who give their behind-the-scenes insights on the latest I ❤️ Public Schools film, The Mind Inside, Episode 3. This docuseries explores the landscape of mental health issues in Nebraska's public schools, with this particular episode focusing on the North Platte Public Schools' Brandy Buscher (Director of Student Services NPPS) and Officer Jay Johnson (School Resource Officer NPPS) in their efforts to support the students they serve. Click here to view The Mind Inside, Episode 3: https://iloveps.org/films/the-mind-inside-episode-three 2021-02-1146 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastBlack History Month, NE Social Studies Standards, and the Integration of Marginalized VoicesOn this week's pod, Ebony McKiver, a social studies education specialist with the Nebraska Department of Education, joins us for a discussion on Black History Month, on the NE social studies standards, and how teachers might approach their work in a way that integrates marginalized voices into the curriculum. Resource Referenced in the Show: https://www.education.ne.gov/socialstudies/ Past Episode with Lori Broady on the NE Social Studies Standards: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-social-studies-shifts-and-remote-learning/id1512974122?i=1000489046450 2021-02-0331 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastDigital Citizenship and Fostering Digital LeadersIn this episode, Jennifer Casa-Todd, author, speaker, and teacher-librarian at Cardinal Carter CHS in Aurora, Ontario, joins us to share her expertise and insights on the topic of digital citizenship. Jennifer's message promotes that educators think about this work not simply as a list of things students should avoid doing, and instead look to foster digital leadership skills in the students they serve. You can learn more from Jennifer at https://jcasatodd.com/. Additionally, the Nebraska ESUCC is currently promoting a Digital Citizenship competition where students are being asked to share a PSA or poster that helps...2021-01-2827 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastPersonalized Learning and Developing Independent LearnersIn this episode, Tricia Pettis and Kaela Loo of Edina Public Schools in Minneapolis, Minnesota join us for a conversation on their work with personalized learning and their approach to helping learners develop the capacity to learn independently. Edina Public Schools was the recipient of the 2019 Trailblazer Award at the National Convening for Personalized Learning, and in this pod, Tricia and Kaela share about the work being done in their district before the pandemic and also how that has influenced their approach to delivering remote teaching and learning during this time.2021-01-2029 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastNETA's Ongoing Support of Education Throughout the PandemicIn this episode, Julie Moore, the Executive Director for NETA, joins us for a conversation on the multitude of efforts the NETA organization has made and is making to support education in our state throughout the pandemic. The pod captures the NETA board's vision for supporting education and illustrates how that leadership group has held true to that mission despite the challenges facing everyone in education over the course of the past year.2021-01-1532 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastDesigning Alternate Reality Games for EducationIn this episode, Paul Darvasi joins us for a practical conversation on the thinking that goes into developing an Alternate Reality Game (ARG) unit. This pod takes an in-depth look at this unique style of unit design that leverages both game-based learning and gamification elements to create an immersive and engaging narrative experience.2021-01-061h 21

The Good Life EDU PodcastA 1-Hour Q & A with Dr. Catlin TuckerThis episode shares audio recorded from an hourlong Q&A session that the ESU TLT group had with author, speaker, and blended learning expert Dr. Catlin Tucker. In this chat, Catlin shares her insights on a myriad of important topics and scenarios related to remote learning and also concurrent or hyflex learning. The pod covers quite a bit of ground in this area in a relatively short period of time.2020-12-161h 00

The Good Life EDU PodcastHow a Group of Students Created a Self-Care Initiative for Their SchoolIn this episode, three students from Tri County High School in Nebraska share how they created a self-care resource to support their peers' mental wellness during this challenging time during the pandemic.2020-12-0924 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastUpdating the Nebraska Teacher and Principal StandardsThere is some exciting new work being done by the Nebraska Department of Education as they look to update the current teacher and principal standards for educators statewide, and in this episode, the leaders of that work, Kim Snyder, Julie Downing, and Ryan Ricenbaw, join us to share the vision and work being done in that space. This pod is the first of several that we will release about this initiative in an effort to keep everyone informed as this work evolves.2020-12-0236 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastThe Power of Edpuzzle to Enhance Teaching and LearningThis week, Quim Sabrià, the co-founder and CEO of the ed tech tool Edpuzzle, joins us on the pod to share the ways in which Edpuzzle can add accountability and engagement when learners are assigned instructional video content. Our conversation spans everything from Quim's personal story from classroom teacher to CEO to the nuances of how. teachers might use Edpuzzle in their class. We also delve into how Edpuzzle can enhance learning both in the remote setting and also when we return to our future, new normal.2020-11-1632 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastA NRCSA + ESU Effort to Support Schools with Remote LearningIn this episode, NRCSA's executive director Jack Moles, ESU 6 Administrator John Skretta, and Superintendent of Gibbon Public Schools Vernon Fisher join us to discuss their most recent collaborative efforts to develop remote learning supports for rural Nebraska schools. Our conversation provides the backstory and vision behind the initiative, a detailed look at the work currently being done, and a preview of what districts can expect to see from this work as early as December.2020-11-1133 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastThe Importance of Media Literacy in a Digital AgeIn this episode, Julie N. Smith, media literacy advocate and author of Master the Media, speaks to just how important it is for educators to equip learners with media literacy skills, regardless of content area or grade level. In this pod, Julie offers useful insights for how we might better identify fake news and misinformation while also sharing a myriad of practical examples of how teachers might integrate media literacy into their current teaching practices/units.2020-10-2830 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastLeveraging Flipgrid During Pandemic LearningAnn Kozma from Flipgrid joins us for this episode of The Good Life EDU podcast to share some of the best ideas for how educators might look to leverage Flipgrid during the multitude of learning models occurring during the pandemic. In this episode, we talk ways Flipgrid can support SEL, student creation, relationship and community building, and more.2020-10-1940 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastA Conversation About Using CanvasWow. We covered a lot of content in this pod! In this episode, Shara Johnson of ESU 2 shares her insights and expertise with how everyone from classroom teachers to school administrators to ESU employees (and even the state of Nebraska as a whole) might seek to leverage Canvas to enhance communication, collaboration, and ultimately learning. Shara has been an integral part of the Nebraska Canvas Consortium's statewide implementation, and so it was great to have her on the show to relay some of the amazing things that Canvas can do in support of education in our state.2020-10-1339 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastWellness for All in EducationThis week, we revisit the topic of mental health with ESU 5's Jen McNally and Tri County Public Schools administrators Jesse Gronemeyer and Ryan Clark. In this pod, we explore how Tri County Public Schools have made wellness a part of the school culture as a result of their collaboration with ESU 5's Wellness for All support. In these trying times, this is a critical topic to keep at the forefront of our thoughts and conversations, and this episode shares one district's efforts to be intentional about building an environment where it is okay to not be okay.2020-10-0533 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastDynamic Designs for Engagement StrategiesThis episode is a must listen as Amy and Kristen of ESU 9 go through five engagement strategies that lead to powerful learning experiences for students. Amy and Kristen do a phenomenal job in this pod of first establishing what these practices look like in a traditional classroom setting before then delving into how those same strategies can be utilized in a digital environment for remote learning.2020-09-2246 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastRemote Learning Strategies and The DL PlaybookDoug Fisher, co-author of The Distance Learning Playbook, joins us this week on the pod for a discussion on remote learning best practices and strategies. This pod is a fun kick-off to our ESU network's bi-monthly book study of this text! Our first DL Playbook Lunch Bunch session starts today! Whether you are an ESU employee or an edu-friend of the pod, be sure to pick up your copy of The Distance Learning Playbook as a way to extend your own work with remote teaching and learning.2020-09-1430 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastTeacher Self-Care and Social-Emotional LearningAuthor, blogger, and teacher self-care advocate Mandy Froehlich joins us on this week's episode as we identify some of the emotional struggles teachers are facing in the present moment. Our conversation explores how giving words to your feelings and fostering empathy for others can help us all get through these hardships together. If you would like to continue to learn from and with Mandy, you can access her blog and resources at https://mandyfroehlich.com/2020-09-0935 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastCareer & Tech ED and the ESU Perkins CadreIn this episode, Otis Pierce joins us as our first return-guest of the show to share the work the ESU Perkins Cadre memebers do in support of CTE Teachers statewide. This pod is part of a series showcasing our ESUs' respective cadre groups in the hopes of sharing insights and resources to help teachers navigate the current hybrid or remote learning experiences they are designing for students.2020-09-0124 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastThe Social Studies Shifts and Remote LearningIn this episode, Lori Broady of ESU 4 speaks as the ESU Social Studies cadre co-chair and shares her insights regarding the new shifts in the social studies standards, making sure to relay resources and remote learning ideas along the way. Lori is incredibly knowledgable and passionate about this content area, and that truly shines through in this fantastic conversation.2020-08-2427 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastFostering Relationships with Learners During Hybrid or Remote LearningAs the saying goes, no significant learning occurs without a significant relationship, and finding ways to foster and maintain those relationships may prove to be more challenging than ever this fall as more and more learning moves online. In this episode, Kindergarten teacher and Apple Distinguished Educator Dustin Carlson and high school ELA teacher Melissa Pilakowski share their ideas for how we might stay connected with our learners during a hybrid and/or remote learning setting.2020-08-1732 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastGreat Ideas for Remote LearningCatlin Tucker is a bestselling author, international trainer, and a keynote speaker who is at the forefront of the blended learning movement. In this episode, Catlin shares her perspective and ideas for how educators can enhance their effectiveness when teaching remotely, so join us for a conversation full of useful insights and great ideas for how to take the next step forward in your remote teaching practices.2020-07-3025 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastLet's Talk Math and Remote LearningWhat a fun conversation this was with ESU 2's Kelly Georgius. Kelly also serves as the current math cadre leader for our ESUs statewide, and so in this episode she shares her philosophy on math along with some resources and strategies that educators should look into for both at-school and remote learning.2020-07-2828 min

The Good Life EDU Podcast75,000 Gallons of Hand Sanitizer for Nebraska SchoolsIn mid-March, while schools were closing and the country was shutting down, Dr. Hunter Flodman, a professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and Jan tenBensel, chair of the Nebraska Ethanol Board, were just getting started with their plan to help create what became 200,000 gallons of hand sanitizer for essential institutions across the state. In this episode, Dr. Flodman and the ESUCC's own Craig Peterson tell this incredible story of statewide collaboration in an effort that truly showcases the type of hard work, determination, and selflessness that typifies what it means to...2020-07-2126 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastThe SIMPL Approach to ESU SupportThis week's pod features two of ESU 7's finest, administrator Larianne Polk and profession development director Marci Ostmeyer, for an episode that details how our ESUs collaborate with the districts in their region towards developing strategic, data-driven plans for the services they provide/utilize and implement. Their collaboration follows the SIMPL program (Service Implementation Matrix Process & Log), which ESU 7 developed.2020-07-1532 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastLearning Space Design in a Hybrid Educational EnvironmentThis week, we welcome Dr. Robert Dillon to the pod for a practical conversation on how educators might think through designing our classroom spaces given the social distancing measures that have come with the pandemic. We also take time to discuss ideas for supporting learners in a remote setting. Listeners will leave this conversation with several new ideas to consider implementing within their learning environment that will help make the space more conducive to optimizing student learning.2020-07-0725 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastBeing a R.E.A.L. Mirror HolderIn this week's episode, Tara M Martin reminds us to be "R.E.A.L." as educators, even in a remote setting, by putting our relationships first. We discuss the need for and applicability of this message across all levels of our educational system, particularly in the present moment, so join us as we discuss strategies such as humble inquiry, #Booksnaps, being the mirror holder, and more. You can access many of the coaching resources Tara mentions in the pod, including her #Booksnaps idea, by accessing her blog at http://www.tarammartin.com/ 2020-07-0333 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastGames in LearningIn this episode, games in learning guru Paul Darvasi joins the show to chat about the concept of utilizing games to enhance the learning experience for students. This pod covers everything from terminology to alternate reality games to video games as texts to the potential role of games and gamification in a remote setting. You can follow Paul on Twitter at @PaulDarvasi or read about The Ward Game on his blog at http://www.ludiclearning.org/. For more on utilizing video games as a central text of a unit, check out iThrive Games' Mu...2020-06-2842 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastMystery Guests and More with Remote Learning at the Primary LevelThe Good Life EDU podcast is proud to bring you this episode with educator Lisa Hermann who has found a number of ways to be innovative and build/maintain positive and supportive relationships with her students despite the challenges she has faced teaching remotely. In this episode, Lisa shares about tools such as Seesaw and Zoom and how she used her new tech savvy to create innovative learning experiences for her students.2020-06-1628 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastOn Student Data Privacy: A Future Ready Nebraska Conference PreviewIn a time when new tech tools are being shared and implemented at a record rate, are educators taking the time to pause and put their student's data privacy first? In this episode, ESU 3's own Bill Pulte and Robbie Jensen share their knowledge and insights on student data privacy laws and what teachers, tech leaders, and administrators can do to ensure that their student's data stays safe. If you want to learn more from Bill and Robbie, they will both be presenting at the FUTURE READY NEBRASKA CONFERENCE on June 15 & 16, 2020. This online learning opportunity i...2020-06-1324 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastHow to Design A Remote Learning Plan: A Future Ready Nebraska Conference PreviewIn this episode, ESU 5's Nick Ziegler and Eileen Barks from ESU 2 share the work that they have done in collaboration with ESUs from across the state in developing remote learning supports for teachers. This pod delves into the thinking that can potentially drive a remote learning plan, and throughout that discussion, Nick and Eileen reference tolls, tips, tricks, video, resources, and more as a way to equip educators with the tools they need to be successful in this remote learning space. To learn more about the Digital Age Pedagogy's Remote Learning Plan, be sure to check...2020-06-1036 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastOn Educator Self-Care: A Future Ready Nebraska Conference PreviewThis episode is the first of the three shows this week that feature speakers presenting at the Future Ready Nebraska Conference on the mornings of June 15th and 16th. This pod takes us to the Nebraska panhandle for a conversation with ESU 13's own Julie Downing. Julie shares her personal experience with seeking out self-care strategies as a reminder to all educators that they too should be mindful of their own mental health and well-being during these trying times. If you enjoy the episode and want to hear Julie's Future Ready presentation, she will be p...2020-06-0836 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastEngage, Experience, and Empower with Remote LearningAndi McNair is an innovative educator and thought leader who that also authored several books on the topic of passion projects and student-centered learning experiences. In this episode, Andi and I discuss remote learning, and she shares her perspective on how we might think about engaging learnings, designing learning experiences, and empowering our students in a remote setting. We hope you enjoy this Nebraska/Texas ESU collaborative conversation!2020-06-0327 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastRemote Learning Reflections from Upper ElementaryIn this episode, Hannah reflects back on her experiences with remote learning this spring, and we explore what it might look like to grow in those spaces over the summer in preparation any similar experiences in the fall.2020-05-2700 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastReflections on Remote LearningIn this episode, Katie and I discuss the current state of remote learning and also look to what it all might mean when we return to school in the fall. This pod shares insights, great ideas, tech tool recommendations, and the story of one teacher's efforts to leverage technology as a way to bring both a sense of closure and comfort to her students in these troubling times.2020-05-1800 min

The Good Life EDU PodcastWelcome to The Good Life: The Inaugural EpisodeFor this first episode of our show, Otis Pierce joins me as we discuss the state of remote learning and ideas for ways in which the Nebraska ESUs can help districts, buildings, and teachers during these unprecedented times.2020-05-1100 min

The Make Learning Magical PodcastAndrew EastonIn this episode I chat with Andrew Easton. Andrew is an amazing English teacher and personalized learning collaborator from Westside Community Schools in Nebraska. He is also an upcoming Dave Burgess Consulting, Inc author and a speaker and consultant on personalized learning nationwide. Come away with incredible ways to personalize learning in your classroom and professional development as well as gamified strategies! You will be inspired! Follow Andrew on Twitter @eastonA1 and check out his website: westsidepersonalizes.com 2020-01-2040 min

Westside Personalized: A Personalized Learning PodcastVoice, Choice & a PL Model in the Middle School Classroom (ep. 15)Four years ago, Lance was a part of our district's first personalized learning cohort, and so in this episode, Lance shares from his wealth of experiences with incorporating personalized learning strategies into his classroom. Specifically, Lance breaks down how his first steps to implementing greater voice and choice options for students, particularly on the project products they create, and then Lance delves into the additional steps, challenges, and both personal and student growth he saw as his personalized model grew from there. Join us for an authentic reflection over four years of personized iterations and experiences.2018-02-2826 min

Westside Personalized: A Personalized Learning PodcastPL Across the Elementary Content AreasFor our district elementary teachers, math time is often the launching point for developing personalized practices in the classroom. In this podcast, Hillside 4th-grade teacher Erica Riffner broadens our scope as she shares her experiences with personalized learning in math, reading, writing, and in a variety of other aspects of her teaching practices. Erica was one of our district's PL year-one cohort, and as a result, her insights come from four years of classroom implementation, revision, and multiple iterations that have refined the personalized model she has developed for her learners.2018-02-0727 min

Westside Personalized: A Personalized Learning PodcastThe Personalized Process of Pursuing Authentic Questions (Ep. 12)In this episode, I sit down with WMS English teacher John Horton and discuss the process by which the 8th-grade English team develops their semester-long, student-driven inquiry project. The team supports learners as each individual student begins by developing an authentic question that they then research and discuss until it evolves into a focused topic that can be researched in further detail - and so on – until it culminates with all students sharing their final product during an evening showcase event that is open to parents and the community. The choices afforded students, and in particular, the steps the team...2018-01-3127 min

Westside Personalized: A Personalized Learning PodcastFlexible Space That Enhances Learning and Student Agency (Ep. 11)Richard Christie, 6th-grade educator at Prairie Lane Elementary, attended our PL training day and took away his own creative vision for implementing flexible learning spaces into his classroom. In this episode, Mr. Christie shares his flexible space model and more importantly notes the academic benefits that came along with this shift. Student agency increased, so did his students' productivity, his framework for classroom management shifted, and each student's ability to effectively write and revise during ELA time improved - and it all started with a subtle shift in the way Mr. Christie thought about the furniture in his classroom.2018-01-2418 min

Westside Personalized: A Personalized Learning PodcastStudent Agency in Journalism: Characteristics of a Student-Centered Culture (Ep. 10)For this episode, I interviewed the editors of multiple WHS journalism publications with two goals in mind. The first goal was to share the story of how one student took on the sole responsibility of creating an entirely new website for our high school journalism program. The second goal was to highlight just what students are capable of when an educator intentionally creates a classroom culture that permits students the opportunity for voice, choice, and learner autonomy. I'm definitely pleased with the unique structure of this podcast; join Jerred and I as we sit down together to l...2018-01-1749 min

Westside Personalized: A Personalized Learning PodcastThe Government Game: A Personalized, Game-Based Learning Experience (Ep. 09)If you're interested in games in education, if you're interested in personalization, if you're interested in the social studies discipline, -- I mean -- if you appreciate innovative approaches to education on any level at all, you're going to love this episode! Join educator Jon Preister and I as we hold a deep-dive discussion on how the government teachers at Westside High School have created an immersive game experience that provides students with the opportunity to learn about government and politics in a first-hand, role play game. The personalization here is next level, as each individual student selects from...2018-01-1041 min

Westside Personalized: A Personalized Learning PodcastPL in a 3rd Grade SS Immigration Unit: Students Creating an Immigrant's Journey (Ep. 08)This episode walks listeners through the entire process, from design to implementation to after unit reflection, of the development of this immigration unit with educator Mel Rice. Her vision of personalizing the learning experience by affording her students a variety of choices to allow them to explore the unit content of immigration according to their own interests and creative aptitudes/sensibility transformed the content from a story about the past to an immersive, first-person experience. I had the privilege of observing Mel's class during this unit and found it powerful to hear 3rd graders articulate what they had learned...2017-12-2815 min

Westside Personalized: A Personalized Learning PodcastELA Instructional Video Awesomeness: Creating How-to Videos to Personalize Student Pace in 4th Grade (Ep. 07)In this pod, we discuss Michelle and Stephanie's desire to create instructional video resources for their students, in all its steps from their initial need to the production process to its implementation in their classroom practices. As you listen... You can hear the energy and academic enthusiasm from both of these teachers and their students. Consider the positive impact creating your own instructional content can have on class culture and fostering a class climate that values tech and creativity through leading by example. Note the myriad of academic benefits video resources like this can provide learners. B...2017-12-2815 min

Westside Personalized: A Personalized Learning PodcastThe Power of Student Voice in a Personalized Model (Ep. 05)For this podcast, I invited three of my former students in for a roundtable reflection on personalized learning. Our discussion focuses in on the "honest conversations" we had as I was still developing my own personalized practices in the English classroom. We chat about classroom culture, the need for students to utilize their voice, and how critical it is for educators to listen to and collaborate with their learners as they approach their PL classroom design and practices. As you listen... Take note of the requests the students make. As reflective educators, it helps to consider...2017-12-2721 min

Westside Personalized: A Personalized Learning PodcastMusic as a Choice Option for Demonstrating Mastery (Ep. 04)Join Allison Pontious and I as we discuss some of the professional development opportunities, technology, and personalized choice options Alli gleaned from her time at the PBS Lead Innovators Summit over the 2017 summer. As you listen... Consider potential opportunities for personalization by creating opportunities for students to demonstrate their understanding of a (any) concept through music. Note how the challenge posed by a new learning context/opportunity forced Alli to grow as a learner and innovator. How might these practices be replicated in your classroom? Reflect on Bray and McClasky's work t...2017-12-2714 min

Westside Personalized: A Personalized Learning PodcastKindergarten Personalization: Tech Tips and Implementation Tricks for PL with Kinders (Ep. 03)Watch the Podcast Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QcIxJuVjpoc&t=2s Dustin's Bio (@MrCarlsonK): Dustin Carlson is an Apple Distinguished Educator and is a National Board Certified teacher. Dustin is an innovative, tech-savvy leader in our district whose passion for working with kindergarteners and sharing with his fellow educators makes him a valuable asset to our students and staff district-wide. Description: In this pod, Dustin and I discuss his experiences as an Apple Distinguished Educator before diving in to look at how Dustin leverages technology and flexible learning centers to facilitate per...2017-12-2711 min

Westside Personalized: A Personalized Learning PodcastPersonalized Elements Enhancing Learning, Engagement, and Productivity in Middle School Languages (Ep. 02)Dr. Ginger Starks-Yoble's Bio: Dr. Ginger Starks-Yoble is a German teacher at Westside Middle School and recently was recognized nationally by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages as the 2017 Outstanding K-8 German Teacher of the Year. Dr. Starks-Yoble builds strong relationships with students and appreciates how knowing her learners enhances the climate in her classroom, the learners’ academic efforts and success, and the level of student engagement during the learning process. In addition to teaching German, Dr. Starks-Yoble encourages students to embrace who they are and supports learners as they develop their critical thinking skills. This po...2017-12-2323 min

Westside Personalized: A Personalized Learning PodcastPersonalizing Learning in an Intermediate Math LessonMatt Kock's Bio (@mattkock): Matt is an energetic and enthusiastic educator who has been a passionate leader and education advocate in his classroom, building, and also in his district-wide role at WEA treasurer. Description: In this episode, Matt and I chat about his personalization model for math in his 6th grade classroom, and the pod delves into details about how Matt’s math time plays out, first-hand takeaways from Matt’s years of experience personalizing, and tech recommendations and the applications for that tech in facilitating personalized practices. As you listen… Think about how yo...2017-12-2218 min