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Brain Space in Learning and LeadershipWhy Less is More with Leidy KlotzWe are all feeling the effects of having too much to do and not enough time to do it. Are there ways to do less that we might be missing? Dr. Leidy Klotz, author of Subtract, explains why our brains default to adding when faced with problems and how the less obvious options to subtract can save us time and energy. He also gives us a preview of his next book soon to be released called In a Good Place, exploring how space shapes our ability to think, learn, and thrive, featuring PLP and Pennsbury School District's partnership project...
2025-11-071h 08
Brain Space in Learning and LeadershipHow to Design Purposeful Use of Technology in K-12 Ed with Jason KotchDeciding how and when to use technology in K-12 classrooms is a daunting challenge. It's hard to know how to balance the benefits and tradeoffs in a sustainable and manageable way. Dr. Jason Kotch, Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning at Avon Grove School District in West Grove, PA, shares with us how he and his team have designed a district-wide technology plan based upon current brain science and input from stakeholders across their community. Learn key strategies for how to scaffold purposeful use of technology, in classrooms as well as at home.
2025-10-191h 06
Brain Space in Learning and LeadershipSecrets to Building Confidence and Culture with LaVonna RothHow do we change cultures of burnout and disconnection to purposeful and collaborative? How do we feel confident about our value through inevitable ups and downs? LaVonna Roth, Founder of Ignite Your S.H.I.N.E. has important knowledge, experience, and strategies that shine (wink ;) ) a light on this important and necessary topic. Her S.H.I.N.E. Framework has guided numerous teams through self-discovery and culture-building that allows them to communicate and collaborate more effectively, at a time where this is essential. Enjoy the episode!
2025-09-2057 min
Brain Space in Learning and LeadershipThree Teaching Strategies that Need to Go with 11th Grader Isha PatelWhat do students think about effective their teachers' strategies are for their own learning? Meet PLP Intern Isha Patel! Isha is an 11th grade student who has been doing a passion project with PLP to uncover the science behind memorable teaching strategies. In this episode she shares her top 3 strategies to STOP, in efforts to help teachers cut out some practices that are no longer supported by research and also resonate with her personal experience as a student. Hear her fascinating thoughts that can help us all become stronger educators who put students' needs at the center of our...
2025-08-1651 min
Brain Space in Learning and LeadershipWhat Works to Motivate Young People with David Yeager (Part 2)Jump in to part 2 of our conversation with Dr. David Yeager, author of the powerful book 10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People! How do we meet students' needs for respect and status in the classroom? What does he think about the role of cell phones in schools? Go deeper into the science of motivation to understand how to make a long-lasting difference for young people in schools and at home.
2025-06-1936 min
Brain Space in Learning and LeadershipWhat We Get Wrong About Young People and Growth Mindset with David Yeager (Part 1)Motivating young people feels like a struggle! But does it have to be? Dr. David Yeager is the author of the powerful book 10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People. He shares groundbreaking research which shows we may be misunderstanding young people in fundamental ways, which is contributing to their perceived lack of motivation. If we re-examine our beliefs about young people, and meet their underlying needs of respect, status, and feeling valued, motivation may come quicker than we think. He also provides a helpful reset on what growth mindset is and is NOT, so the objective is centered...
2025-06-0643 min
Brain Space in Learning and LeadershipThe Power of Connection with Erin LandyHow do we enable students and staff to grow in meaningful ways? Instructional coach Erin Landy believes it all starts with creating an authentic connection to show you care about the person you're supporting. Hear how Erin uses the science of trust, agency, passion to design memorable, meaningful, and motivational experiences with students and staff. Forming connections allows people to be vulnerable and stretch beyond their comfort zone, which may be the key we need to achieve sustainable change in schools.To learn more about the power of connection in coaching, teaching, and leadership, reach out to...
2025-05-1654 min
Brain Space in Learning and LeadershipWelcome to the Brain Space Podcast with Julia SkolnikAre you ready to get more brain space in your work and life? Join us as we introduce our brand new podcast about ways to improve the ways we teach, lead, and live, using brain science.
2025-04-2517 min
SEL in EDU075: Safe, Stretch, Stick: How Brain Science Transforms Teaching and Learning with Julia Skolnik and Stacy RobesonImagine knowing exactly how to create learning experiences that not only engage students but actually improve their brains. This fascinating conversation with Julia Skolnick, CEO of Professional Learning Partnerships, and second-grade teacher Stacy Robeson reveals the powerful intersection of neuroscience and education that every educator should understand.At the heart of effective learning lies what Skolnick calls the "Safe, Stretch, Stick" model—a profound yet accessible framework grounded in brain science. When students feel psychologically threatened, their brains cannot process academic content. Students can take risks and stretch beyond their comfort zones only when they feel secure, ul...
2025-04-1648 min
The Minimalist Educator PodcastEpisode 023: Imagine! Brain Science in Education! with Julia SkolnikAre you ready to revolutionize the way you think about education? Tune in as we sit down with Julia Skolnick, the brain-science whizz and founder of Professional Learning Partnerships. She fervently advocates for integrating brain science into our teaching and leadership methods to revolutionize K-12 education. Julia’s mission to bridge the gap between research and practice in education is truly eye-opening. She highlights the adverse effects of standardized tests on students, teachers, and parents and how the 'less is more' philosophy can positively influence teaching and learning.Sit tight as we flip the script, discussing the of...
2024-02-1326 minThe Minimalist Educator PodcastEpisode 008 - Reconceptualizing Waste with Christine and TammyIn today’s episode, we discuss how reconceptualizing waste can help us declutter our work and our lives. We recognize and discuss different types of waste we need to combat. Today’s pare down pointer is about making sure you are not taking your work home with you!Today's episode sponsor is Professional Learning Partnerships. They empower educators to transform learning, leadership, and culture in school districts by leveraging key ideas from brain science, so that all students and adults can thrive.Contact Julia at PLP on social media: Twitter: @julia_skolnikInstagram: @proflearningpartnerships
2023-10-1026 min
Better Learning PodcastJulia Skolnik | Connecting Education to EntrepreneurshipIs education in need of reform or complete revolution? What's the difference? Those are some of the questions that are tackled in this episode. Kevin Stoller is joined by Professional Learning Partnerships' Chief Learning Officer, Julia Skolnik. She shares her knowledge on how brain science could be used to shape education and she discusses how bridging the philosophical gap between education and entrepreneurship could make a world of difference for children. For more on Professional Learning Partnerships, visit https://www.learningpartnerships.org/. To reach out to Julia, find her on LinkedIn: https://www...
2023-07-1937 min
Moffet Tattle-TaleSeason 4 Episdoe 7 Brain Myths & Facts with Professional Learning Partners Founder Julia SkolnikKeira and Dominic talk brain myths vs facts and what its like starting and running your own business with Professional Learning Partners founder Julia Skolnik
2023-05-3029 min
SEL Convergence30: Six Gears of Learning and Leadership with Julia SkolnikJulia Skolnik is fireside once again to speak with Thom about the essential components of learning and leadership.
Julia Skolnik
https://www.learningpartnerships.org/
2022-03-0445 minSEL Convergence26: Impacting Your Practice Using Neuroscience with Julia Skolnik and Dave BaughHow can we leverage what we know about how to brain works to impact teaching and learning? Listen to find out!
Thom Stecher
www.thomstecher.com
thom@thomstecher.com
Julia Skolnik
https://www.learningpartnerships.org
jskolnik@learningpartnerships.org
Dave Baugh
LinkedIn
2021-12-1346 min
SEL Convergence23: Insights from Brain Science for Education with Julia SkolnikJulia Skolnik, Chief Learning Officer and Founder of Professional Learning Partnerships, joins Thom in this episode to discuss of learning works in the brain and how schools can transform learning and culture rooted in the science of the brain and learning.
Julia Skolnik, MSEd
Chief Learning Officer & Founder
Professional Learning Partnerships LLC
jskolnik@learningpartnerships.org
(267) 691-1610
Twitter: @Julia_Skolnik
LinkedIn
www.learninpartnerships.org
2021-07-1654 min