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Learning UnlockedS7E56: The Impact of Special Areas on Student LearningGuests: Natalie Krafft, Oak Tree Elementary - Music and Marissa Gomez, Boulder Creek - Art In this episode, Brit chats with Natalie and Marissa about their world in special areas. We dive into the secrets of how these spaces boost brainpower for all students and snag some nifty tips on sprinkling art and music into regular classrooms too. Tune in for a chat that's sure to spark some joy! Resources: School of Rock Harvard Health Publishing University of Central Florida Rousseau's Hypnotic Piano Background
2024-03-111h 01
Learning UnlockedTackling Teacher Perfectionism and More!Guest: Elizabeth Evans, Director of Civic Education Programs at Arizona State University In this episode, Brit and Liz bond over their common enemy: perfectionism! They share their own stories of overthinking and struggling to please others, while giggling their way through practical tips for beating the perfectionism blues. With their help, you'll be able to perform your best, without losing your sanity in the process!
2024-02-0552 min
Learning UnlockedS7E54: Gamification for Motivation using ClasscraftGuest: Leslee Mizen-Stroud, Middle School Social Studies Teacher In this episode, Brit gets all the details on how Leslee is leveling up her teaching game with Classcraft! This edtech gem is a gamified tool that even non-gamers can rock with their students. Listen in as Leslee "spills the tea" on how Classcraft has revolutionized her teaching style and made her classroom a more engaging and dynamic space for learning. Resources: Leslee's Top "Random Events" for relationship building and creating a classroom culture. Classcraft - Student Engagement (can be used in partnership with PBIS, CASEL, D...
2023-10-251h 05
Learning UnlockedS7E51: Perspectives on Teaching: Just Give Them a Pencil!Guests: Brit Bingold, Julia Salce, and Wendy Peterson Our Professional Growth Instructional Specialists are 'put on the spot' as they discuss perspectives on teaching from veteran teachers. Listen to learn, be entertained, and "give 'them' a pencil"!
2023-08-071h 04
Learning UnlockedS6E50: Purposeful Classroom MovementGuest: Jordan Hall, Instructional Coach In this episode, Jordan and Brit celebrate episode 50 with one of our essential instructional routines: MOVEMENT! We discuss how purposeful movement utilizes strategies that allow students to move while processing content and how it enhances instruction rather than detracting from it. Want to know more? Brit's GOGOMO Playlist on Spotify GOGOGO Strategy Explanation Video GOGOMO Sentence Frames Four-Corners Strategy/Video Quiz-Quiz-Trade Video/Strategy Kinesthetic Mapping Sample Video from Whole Brain Teaching Ready-To-Go Instructional Strategies that Build Collaboration, Communication, and Critical Thinking by Denise White and Alisa Braddy
2023-04-031h 00
Learning UnlockedS6E48: Strategies for Effective Cooperative LearningGuest: Shannon Jauregui, High School English Teacher In this episode, Shannon and Brit share their love for Kagan cooperative learning strategies and how to use them intentionally in the classroom. Want to learn more? Kagan Structures: A Miracle of Active Engagement Kagan Structures Elevate High School Achievement Cooperative Learning Quick Reference Guide
2023-02-2057 min
Learning UnlockedS6E47: Rethinking Note-TakingGuest: Trish Smith, 8th Grade Social Sciences Teacher In this episode, Trish shares with Brit how she leverages different types of note-taking in her classroom to help her students comprehend the material and remember what they have learned to reference for future lessons. Want to learn more? Link It - Learn It - Log It Notes INSTRUCTIONAL PRACTICE: Layering Notes Article III Economic Competition Notes-Smith Guidelines for Notes/Summaries in Social Studies Sample Student Notes Left side of Notebook pg Sample Student Notes Right side of Notebook pg
2023-02-0649 min
Learning UnlockedS6E46: Elephants in the ClassroomGuest: Wendy Peterson In this episode, Brit and Wendy discuss two of John Hattie's highest rankings: Teacher Estimates of Student Achievement and Collective Teacher Efficacy. Despite their high effect sizes, both harbor "elephants" in the classroom, so we determine how to move past this to embrace and implement their power to accelerate student learning fully. Want to know more? Wendy's Estimates and Efficacy Resource Handouts Wendy's Excerpts of Estimates and Efficacy Research Wendy's Estimates and Efficacy Presentation Wendy's Stems for Tough Conversations Introduction to John Hattie's Research
2023-01-2359 min
Learning UnlockedS5E45: Critical Wait Time Part 2Guest: Julia Salce, Instructional Specialist In this episode, Julia & Brit continue their conversation about using wait time in the classroom and its powerful effects on teachers. They also suggest strategies for Wait Time 1 & Wait Time 2. Want to learn more? THE ARTICLE Budd Rowe.pdf Wait Time | Vanderbilt Tips for Implementation Wait-Time Strategies One-Pager made by Julia Salce
2022-12-0546 min
Learning UnlockedS5E44: Critical Wait Time Part 1Guest: Julia Salce, M.Ed, NBCT & Instructional Specialist In this episode, Julia and Brit GEEK OUT over their new learning about "wait time." We chat about how the brain learns through a "race-car vs. hiker brain" analogy and reveal how crucial wait time is for critical thinking and learner efficacy. Want to learn more? THE ARTICLE Budd Rowe.pdf Using Think Time to Let All Students Show What They Know | Edutopia Teaching Tools in a Flash - Wait Time - Final.pdf Wait Time: Making Space for Authentic Learning | Kent State University Worksheets D...
2022-11-1454 min
Learning UnlockedS4 Bonus Episode: New Year, New FormatThis week’s episode is a bonus episode. As you all know, we are in the midst of another COVID surge. For this short episode, I would like to speak directly to you drawing inspiration from a renowned educator, Caitlin Tucker and psychotherapist, Esther Perel to review the new format the podcast is taking for Season 4. Thanks for listening, Brit
2022-01-2505 min
Learning UnlockedS3E30: Correcting Common Classroom BlundersGuest: Dawn Koberstein Principal, Mesquite Elementary School In this episode, Dawn and Brit look back on their own classroom blunders, such as group work and cold calling, and provide simple strategies to correct these missteps in order to positively impact the learning experience for both the teacher and the students. Want more from Dawn? dawn.koberstein@gilbertschools.net
2021-11-221h 11
Learning UnlockedS3E28: Practical Strategies for Restorative DisciplineGuests: Dale Lunt, Elementary Principal and Brittany Brady, Social Worker Gilbert Public Schools In this episode, Dale and Brittany share with Brit how they have implemented practical strategies for restorative discipline on their elementary campus and have had success with this approach with many students and families in the community. Want to learn more? dale.lunt@gilbertschools.net Principal Conference on Restorative Discipline mentioned in the episode.
2021-10-251h 05
Learning UnlockedS3E26: What's in a Promise?: Student Barriers to Postsecondary EducationGuest: Dr. Sean Lively Principal, Ben Carson High School In this episode, Brit and Sean discuss his findings on the Detroit Promise Scholarship. Promise scholarship programs in large urban cities, like Detroit, can have significant impact not only on our students but our communities. We consider how a scholarship program like this would be beneficial locally and how the use of high-yield instructional strategies can support students to achieve scholarships and be more prepared for a post-secondary education. Want more from Dr. Lively? https://www.detroitk12.org/Page/2826
2021-09-271h 12
Learning UnlockedS3E24: Mental Health and Its Effects on LearningGuest: Matthew Moix, PD.D, NCSP Coordinator of Psychological Services In this episode, Brit and Matt discuss the effects of mental health on student learning. Matt also provides strategies, learning supports, and actionable steps all teachers can use to create a mentally healthy learning space. Want more from Matt? matthew.moix@gilbertschools.net
2021-08-221h 01
Learning UnlockedS3E23: Empowering Educators to Meet Every Student's NeedsGuest: Kareem Farah CEO and Co-Founder of the Modern Classrooms Project In this first episode of season 3, Brit is joined by Kareem who was awarded the 2018 Standing Ovation Award for Excellence in Classroom Innovation for his blended, self-paced, mastery-based approach to teaching and learning. This conversation provides a basic overview of this approach and revolves around one of MCPs core values: "Education impacts every person, and every person has something to contribute. We are all in this together." Want more from Kareem? Visit: www.modernclassrooms.org Twitter: @KareemFarah23
2021-08-0947 min
Learning UnlockedS2E22: The Myth of 'Learning Loss'Guest: Melissa Hosten Co-Director at the University of Arizona Center for Recruitment and Retention of Mathematics Teachers In this episode, debunking the myth of 'learning loss' is the focus. Melissa discusses her research findings and invites listeners to "hear the voices" of students and teachers from this past school year, including their challenges, but also their learning and growth. As this school year ends, Brit and Melissa encourage educators to breathe in relief, rest, recover, and reconnect this summer. Want more from Melissa? Visit: crr.math.arizona.edu
2021-05-2452 min
Learning UnlockedS2E21: Just in Time Math: Building Math ConfidenceGuest: Kim Haase K-6 Math Specialist In this episode, Brit and Kim discuss the importance of building a math culture that is based in confidence. This can be accomplished by reimagining the way math has be traditionally taught and using "Just in Time Math PD: Math in Minutes." Want more from Kim? kim.haase@gilbertschools.net
2021-05-101h 11
Learning UnlockedS2E20: The Math Teacher's ToolboxGuest: Bobson Wong High School Math Teacher, NYC In this episode, Brit and Bobson do the heavy lifting to learn the ropes of The Math Teacher's Toolbox: Hundreds of Practical Ideas to Support Your Students written by Bobson and Larisa Bukalov. This resource provides teachers with fresh, engaging, and hands-on strategies for students make connections across mathematical units and decrease "math anxiety". Want more from Bobson? Twitter: @bobsonwong http://bobsonwong.com
2021-04-261h 17
Learning UnlockedS2E19: Leading and Learning: Centered in InstructionGuest: Melinda Murphy, M.Ed Principal, Highland High School In this episode, Melinda and Brit discuss trials--and triumphs--all those that come with balancing the administrative side of administration with the instructional leadership side of administration. Her insight enriches not just principals but all interested in moving schools forward. Listen in to learn the steps taken on her campus to gain collective commitment required for a central instructional goal. Want more from Melinda? Melinda.Murphy@gilbertschools.net IG @melindaLMAZ FB: Melinda Murphy
2021-04-121h 08
Learning UnlockedS2E17: Literacy Literally Locks in LearningGuest: Jenna Quarelli-Buck Secondary ELA Curriculum Coordinator In this episode, Brit and Jenna chat about how crucial literacy skills are for students to be engaging in their school careers. We also reveal a simple strategy that can be used to help scaffold students into becoming critical and sophisticated readers and writers in any content area. Want more from Jenna? jenna.quarellibuck@gilbertschools.net
2021-03-151h 00
Learning UnlockedS2E16: The Science Teacher's ToolboxGuest: Tara Dale NBCT, Author, and Instructional Coach In this episode, Tara shares with Brit pieces of her resource book, The Science Teacher's Toolbox and how she feels that even though the book is geared towards science teachers, all teachers can gain fresh strategies for their classrooms. The book also includes ways to promote a culturally responsive science classroom. Here is a sneak peak of Chapter 19! Want more from Tara? Twitter @TaraCDale
2021-02-2257 min
Learning UnlockedS2E15: How to Cultivate Teacher CredibilityGuest: Wendy S. Peterson Instructional Specialist In this episode, Wendy and Brit examine the four components of teacher credibility: trust, dynamism, competence, and immediacy, and how they are closely intertwined with classroom management. Want more from Wendy? FB Page: Inspiring Instruction; Email: nanawsp@yahoo.com
2021-02-081h 23