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The Struggle Climbing ShowWeekend Warrior: A Protocol that Added More than 40lbs of Strength PER HAND in About a YearJoin The Struggle’s Patreon community to get 100+ hours of Bonus Episodes, Pro Clinics, Uncut Videos, and Submit Questions for Future Guests. FREE TRIAL available!
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The new Weekend Warrior series will feature stories of amateur climbers who have taken their training and performance to new heights, and shine a light on what they feel have been the difference makers in their growth. Today, we're connecting with Aaron Townsley to learn about the simple finger training protocol he developed for himself and some friends, which has yielded amazing res...2025-05-141h 00
How's Your Touch Podcast!!The Split is Here!!The first weekend of the Split in SWPL 1 did not dissapoint.First we speak about Celtic’s capitulation against Hearts. Set in the context of Elena Sadiku’s comments about ‘Mentality’ it looks like things are going badly wrong for the reigning champions. We discuss the wider issues, as well as the tactical troubles. Can they bring it back from here?Then we look to Petershill asCity and Hibs played out a dramatic fixture, with Hibs scoring right at the death to move 2 clear at the top of the table. Will Matt finally accept H...2025-03-2051 min
The Growth Over Grades PodcastDr. Matt Townsley on Reimagining Assessment Through Standards-Based GradingIn this episode of Growth Over Grades, Jordan speaks with Dr. Matt Townsley, associate professor of educational leadership at the University of Northern Iowa. They explore how standards-based grading provides a more meaningful diagnosis of student learning compared to traditional point-based systems. Matt shares his journey from high school math teacher to leading district-wide grading reform at Solon Community Schools, and introduces his "Four P's" framework: Purpose, Policies, Pilot, and Probe. Drawing from his books and extensive research, he debunks common misconceptions about standards-based grading, explains how to effectively engage families in understanding grading changes, and demonstrates why reassessment...2025-03-0457 min
The Grading Podcast76 - Happy Holidays! A Replay of Our First Interview with Dr. Matt Towsnley - the Sportscaster of Alternative GradingHappy Holidays 2024!!! Please enjoy this replay of one of our favorite interviews with Dr. Matt Townsley!Dr. Matt Townsley is an assistant professor of educational leadership at the University of Northern Iowa and a former district adminstrator and high school math teacher. In addition to being an accomplished faculty coach and author of many books about Alternative Grading, Matt also has the distinction of having presented the highest energy presentation ever done at The Grading Conference, earning him the distinctive moniker of "The Sportscaster of Alternative Grading". Join Matt, Sharona and Bosley on this energetic, wonderfully inspirational...2024-12-241h 03The Grading Podcast71 - False Signals: The Mismatch Between Grades and LearningIn this episode, Sharona and Bosley look at what some of the complications are when there is a mismatch between grades and actual learning. Based on some research coming out about grades not matching up with other measures such as standardized tests, we explore the ways in which grading schemes (both traditional and in some cases alternative grading schemes) can unintentionally cause miscommunication between teachers, schools, students and districts.LinksPlease note - any books linked here are likely Amazon Associates links. Clicking on them and purchasing through them helps support the show. Thanks for...2024-11-1957 minThe Grading Podcast68 - Busting 4 Common "Myths" about Alternative GradingWe've all heard them! The "criticisms" about alternative grading practices that don't seem quite "right" but are hard to debunk in the moment. This is the episode where Sharona and Bosley take on some common myths and misconceptions about alternative grading, as well as look at some of the history driving how the things behind the myths came to be a part of our grading systems.LinksPlease note - any books linked here are likely Amazon Associates links. Clicking on them and purchasing through them helps support the show. Thanks for your support!...2024-10-3055 minThe Grading Podcast62 - Listener Questions: Learning Outcomes, Interim Grades, Effort, and Why we do this?In this episode we explore several questions sent in by listener's of the pod. From Interim Grades, creating learning objectives for high school science courses and how to track effort to why we even put this podcast and our work in alt grading out into the world, join us as we delve into the things that YOU are most interested in learning more about.LinksPlease note - any books linked here are likely Amazon Associates links. Clicking on them and purchasing through them helps support the show. Thanks for your support!Next Generation...2024-09-1754 min
Coast To Coast2024 Paris Olympics Early Recap, AFC North Record Predictions + SPIDER-MAN??WE HAVE!! A VERY VERY SPECIAL GUEST ON TODAY'S SHOW!!
Tune in as Meghan and ??? break down Team USA Men's Basketball first game in the Olympics, argue about the toughest sports to play, and get into some AFC North record predictions.
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TIKTOK: @C...2024-07-3043 minCoast To CoastMLB Trade Deadline Talk with Sports Illustrated's Pat RagazzoJoin Matt for Episode 11 in a special solo rendition of C2C, but only until special guest Sports Illustrated’s Pat Ragazzo (@ragazzoreport) joins Matt to discuss the upcoming MLB trade deadline and what players could be on the move and more!
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APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coast-to-coast/id17471418922024-07-2437 minThe Grading Podcast53 - Reflections on One Year of The Grading Podcast: Lessons Learned and Goals for the Upcoming YearIn this episode Sharona and Bosley reflect on one year of The Grading Podcast. From memorable moments and guests to LinksPlease note - any books linked here are likely Amazon Associates links. Clicking on them and purchasing through them helps support the show. Thanks for your support!Grading Podcast Episodes mentioned in this episode (in the order they are mentioned):6 – The Anatomy of a Learning Outcome: An Interview with Joe Zeccola13 – Interim Grades: What do we do when we have to report “grades” in the middle of a term? With Joe Zeccola3...2024-07-1649 minCoast To CoastJalen Brunson Extension, USA Basketball, HometownsJoin Matt&Meg in Episode 10 as they take a trip down memory lane (Meghan recorded in hometown Sactown and Matt..lives at home), plus we touch on team USA, some other Olympics stuff, and of course, lots of yelling.
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APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coast-to-coast/id17471418922024-07-1545 minCoast To CoastDeMar DeRozan to Sacramento Kings, 4th of July FestivitesCOAST TO COAST FANS! WE HAVE 9 EPISODES OUT! LET'S GO!! Today, Matthew and Meghan recap all the wild and thrilling activities of this 4th of July weekend, touch on the Kings landing a big fish in Free Agency, and give some early NFL ROTY predictions.
As always, we appreciate you checking out our new channel, and a subscribe goes directly to funding new T-Shirts for Matt.
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APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coast-to-coast/id17471418922024-07-0847 minCoast To CoastEP 8: NBA FREE AGENCY FRENZY, MIKAL BRIDGES TO KNICKSOfficially two months (!!!) into the C2C lifespan, and this episode has Matt relishing in his rare good week as a Knicks and Mets fan, Meghan tells on the Kings for not drafting a wing, and the Lakers officially have a father/son duo. All this plus more in this week’s Coast to Coast...
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APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coast-to-coast/id...2024-07-0149 minCoast To CoastEP 7: Stanley Cup Finals Game 7 + NBA NewsCOAST TO COAST FRIENDS. YOU HEARD IT HERE FIRST ON OUR LAST EPISODE. THE OILERS HAVE A CHANCE TO PROVE MATT RIGHT AND COMPLETE THE REVERSE SWEEP TO WIN THE STANLEY CUP FINALS.
Game 7 is TONIGHT, and Matt and Meghan give you a mini preview & discuss other news around the sports world.
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APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coast-to-coast/id17471418922024-06-2440 minCoast To CoastEP 6: NBA Finals Extended + Marvel Themed 11 PersonnelThe Mavericks forced a Game 5, but is that all they have in them?!
Welcome to EPISODE 6 (we made it) of #C2C! Matt and Meghan break down what worked for the Mavericks in Game 4, what could happen in Game 5, and build there own NFL 11 personnel lineups using MARVEL CHARACTERS.
Plus, don't miss the rapid-fire segment at the end of the show, and Matt's very special Minute.
As always, THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!!2024-06-1749 minThe Grading Podcast48 - Implementation Challenges and Opportunities: A Conversation with Becky Peppler and Don Smith on Working with K-12 School Districts to implement Alternative GradingIn this episode we talk with Becky Peppler and Don Smith from First Educational Resources, an organization dedicated to providing K-12 school districts in North America with affordable options for professional learning to support social emotional learning, instructional coaching, professional learning communities, and grading reform efforts. We discuss their experiences with supporting grading reform efforts in thousands of districts across North America, the challenges, the opportunities, and where we go from here. We also talk about the STAGR center and conference. STAGR stands for "Standards, Targets, Assessment, Grading, and Reporting". The STAGR conference, a 1-day virtual event held twice...2024-06-111h 02Coast To CoastEP 5: WNBA Buzz: What's going on with the W?HI COAST TO COAST FRIENDS!! Matt decided to take a vacation and leave Meghan on a solo mission, but that didn't stop us from putting out content.In this week's episode, Meghan dives into the tales and fables of the WNBA: the positive discourse, negative discourse, and oh—what did Stephen A. say?
Thank you for 1 month of listening to Coast to Coast!!
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SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/04BKQssNi8NUQflER6XI...2024-06-1011 minCoast To CoastEP 4: Celtics vs. Mavericks NBA Finals Preview + Early NBA Free AgencyIt’s been a MONTH of Coast to Coast content brought to you by your favorite cohosts. In this week’s rendition of C2C, Matt and Meghan discuss the NBA Semis and preview the Finals, profess their most annoying gym pet peeves, and give a little wishlist of what they’d like to see happen when the NBA season wraps up and free agency comes around!!
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Let's go C...2024-06-0354 minThe Grading Podcast46 - Extinguishing the Fires within Assessment and Grading Reform: Welcoming Back Dr. Matt TownsleyOn this episode we welcome back the "sportscaster" of Alternative Grading, Dr. Matt Townsley, to talk about his new book Extinguishing the Fires within Assessment and Grading Reform. As Alternative Grading practices grow and take shape throughout the United States, efforts to resist these reforms are also growing. This incredible new book offers practical guidance to navigating the complexities of transitioning to alternative grading architectures and how to address the seemingly inevitable pushback that many of us are now experiencing. Based on the lived experiences of the authors, this book is a MUST READ for anyone concerned about advocating...2024-05-2857 minCoast To CoastEP 3: Top-5 NFL QBs 25 and Under + NBA Conference FinalsTHE NFL SEASON!! IS SO FAR AWAY!! But it's not too soon to give rankings on quarterbacks. EP 3 is OUT and we dive into our favorite young QBs, plus the first games of the NBA Conference Finals. Oh, Anthony Edwards...
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APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coast-to-coast/id17471418922024-05-2446 minCoast To CoastEP 2: NBA Semis + MLB Check-InWe've made it. We aren't a one hit wonder. Episode 2 is OUT and we tackle the intense NBA SemiFinals, as well as a check-in with the MLB.
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TIKTOK: @CoastToCoastProductions2024-05-1849 minCoast To CoastEP 1: Meet the HostsHello and welcome!! Matt Engel and Meghan Townsley bring to you a new sports show—one that's different than the rest. Trust us, you won't be bored.
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IN...2024-05-1225 minThe Grading Podcast37 - Introducing The Keynote Speakers for the 2024 Grading Conference plus What We're Reading!In this episode, Sharona and Bosley introduce the three keynote speakers for the 2024 Grading Conference. They then share some of the new(er) and upcoming publications in the realm of grading reform. If you are looking for something new to read and a conference to attend, this is the episode!LinksPlease note - any books linked here are likely Amazon Associates links. Clicking on them and purchasing through them helps support the show. Thanks for your support!Keeping Receipts: Thoughts on Ungrading from a Black Woman Professor, Dr. Laila McCloud, Grand Valley State...2024-03-2644 minThe Grading Podcast18 - The Sportscaster of Alternative Grading: An Interview with Matt TownsleyDr. Matt Townsley is an assistant professor of educational leadership at the University of Northern Iowa and a former district adminstrator and high school math teacher. In addition to being an accomplished faculty coach and author of many books about Alternative Grading, Matt also has the distinction of having presented the highest energy presentation ever done at The Grading Conference, earning him the distinctive moniker of "The Sportscaster of Alternative Grading". Join Matt, Sharona and Bosley on this energetic, wonderfully inspirational voyage through Matt's writings, research, and experience working with educators, students and parents across the spectrum on rethinking...2023-11-141h 02
Modern Classrooms Project PodcastEpisode 124: Grading for EquityToni Rose is joined by Megan Leich to discuss her philosophy on and approaches to grades, grading, and assessment.
Show Notes
More info on MCP Webinars and Scholarships
Cult of Pedagogy episodes featuring MCP:
Everything You Need To Know About Building A Great Screencast Video
How to Create a Self-Paced Classroom
Setting up Mastery-Based Grading in your Classroom
Megan's ESRN grading scale (based on Robert Talbert’s EMRN scale):
E: Excellent
Student’s submission goes beyond satisfactory requirements in a measurable way
I provide examples of what that could look like...2023-01-291h 01
Teaching in 10Creating a Community of Practice in Online Teaching with Dr. Théophile MuhayimanaI am delighted to welcome Dr. Théophile Muhayimana to the podcast! Dr. Théophile Muhayimana is an Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership in the Department of Educational Psychology, Foundations, and Leadership Studies in the College of Education at the University of Northern Iowa. He teaches courses in the UNI Principal Preparation program and the Teacher Leadership for International Educators Program (MA). Théo is a leader in diversity, equity, & inclusion, and recently earned the Multicultural Education Award for the UNI College of Education.Dr. Théophile Muhayimana has extensive teaching and leadership experience in P...2022-10-2523 min
Performance TalkEpisode 81 - IMG Academy Baseball S&CWill Townsley - S&C and Performance LeadKatie - NutritionMatt Wheaton - ATCBrett Grelle - Sport Scientist2022-09-051h 17
Teach and Retire RichIowa IPERS Experts (#179)Retired Colorado teacher Karl Fisch and former Iowa teacher and administrator, and current University of Northern Iowa instructor Matt Townsley discuss their new book for members of the Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System. Iowa IPERS Book TL;DR Series Interested in Collaborating with Karl? 403bwise Events Meridian Wealth Management 403bwise.org 2021-08-2748 min
Chalk TalkE14 - But They Won’t Get into College: Standards-Based Grading from High School to CollegeMatt Townsley joins Steph and Kaye to talk about Standards-Based Grading at the secondary level and its impacts on college admission. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app2021-07-201h 28
Transforming Education: Leadership LessonsMaking Grades Matter with Dr. Matt TownsleyEducation and assessment/grading enthusiast, Dr. Matt Townsley joins this episode! As a former district administrator and secondary teacher, he has firsthand experience implementing and leading lasting grading reform. He shares the strengths of standards based grading to create meaningful student grades. Along with strategies for district leaders are the 3 P’s for leading change and major barriers to implementing change. His love for education and enthusiasm for learning over earning is contagious. He will leave you inspired for student-focused, kingdom impact in your role.
Resources:
mctownsley.net
twitter.com/mctownsley
Book Re...2021-05-1942 min
edWebcastsCOVID-19 Challenge - We Must Improve Assessment and Grading PracticesThis edWeb podcast is sponsored by Solution Tree.The webinar recording can be accessed here. The COVID-19 pandemic has challenged schools to question their assessment practices and grading policies. Are students retaining and applying the concepts and skills of the standards? What can be evidence of their learning? How do we motivate students to invest and monitor their own learning? What grading practices make the learning meaningful? Is what we are doing fair and equitable? This edWeb podcast examines how schools can answer these questions and more. Listeners connect standards-based principles with effective PLC st...2021-05-131h 01
The Continuing EducatorThe problem with grading behavior, with Matt Townsley and Chris Thoms (Ep. 3)Traditional grading practices typically incorporate non-learning measures such as behavior and effort into an average. Yet by mixing achievement and behavior, we miscommunicate on both accounts. Students and parents still need information on both, but the critical step is to separate reporting, and Dr. Matt Townsley and NWEA User Experience Designer Chris Thoms will share with us both why this is crucial for equity, and how teachers can put it into action.2021-05-1044 min
Assess THAT with Tom & Nat! (Assessment, Feedback, Grading, and Learning)Relentless Outrage | Matt Townsley | Leading Change in Assessment (2)In Don't @ Me (1:24), Tom takes aim at the relentlessly outraged and details why we are all at risk of losing all perspective, resiliency, individuality, & common-sense. Then, Tom is joined by Dr. Matt Townsley (15:30) to discuss the implementation of standards-based grading at the Secondary level. Finally, in Assessment Corner (1:11:40), Tom (continuing from last week's episode) uses Dr. John Kotter's research to explore the important phases necessary to transform the assessment & grading culture of a school.
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The Tom Schimmer PodcastRelentless Outrage | Matt Townsley | Leading Change in Assessment (2)In Don't @ Me (1:24), Tom takes aim at the relentlessly outraged and details why we are all at risk of losing all perspective, resiliency, individuality, & common-sense. Then, Tom is joined by Dr. Matt Townsley (15:30) to discuss the implementation of standards-based grading at the Secondary level. Finally, in Assessment Corner (1:11:40), Tom (continuing from last week's episode) uses Dr. John Kotter's research to explore the important phases necessary to transform the assessment & grading culture of a school. Follow Matt Townsley on Twitter: @mctownsleyMatt Townsley's website: www.mctownsley.net SUMMER SERIES GOOGLE SURVEYhttps://forms.gle/GALud6yogvVnu81K9...2021-03-221h 32
The Group Project Podcast#37: Matt Townsley on Standards Based Grading, Moving from K-12 to Post-Secondary Leadership, Advice for New Administrators, and Using Voxer to Build RelationshipsDr. Matt Townsley - Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership and author of "Making Grades Matter" - shares his thoughts on standards based grading, moving from K-12 to post-secondary leadership, advice for new administrators, and how he uses Voxer to build with relationships with students. 2020-11-251h 06
Teach Better Talk225: Chad Lang chats with us about being the Director of School Improvement within his district and all of the innovative and progressive strategies they are using to better serve studentsChad Lang chats with us about being the Director of School Improvement within his district and all of the innovative and progressive strategies they are using to better serve students.
More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/chadlang
Chad's Recommendations
EdTech Tool: Calendly
Books:
Range by David Epstein
Most Likely to Succeed by Tom Wagner and Tim Dintersmith
Small Changes, Big Impact by Anthony Reibel and Matt Thede
Who to Follow on Social Media:
Dr. Jared Smith
Matt Townsley
Rick Wormeli
What's A Good YouTube Channel, Podcast or Website for Educators? Dr. Matt Townsley Website: http...2020-11-1637 minThe Tom Schimmer PodcastDetails Matter | Thrive Ed. Students | 3 Big Ideas for SBGIn Don't @ Me (2:31), Tom discusses why details matter when it comes to proposing new and/or progressive ideas for educational change. Then Tom is joined by Aniya Bailey, Teontay Bryson, and Nathan Genene (15:38), three students from Thrive Ed. to discuss their perspective on reimagining schools for the 21st century. In the News (1:21:24) includes an international story about a 2021 Summit between the UK and Kenya, as well as the story of how the San Diego Unified School District is changing its grading and reporting policies. In Assessment Corner (1:27:42), Tom explores 3 big ideas for standards-based grading. Finally, in Tweets of the Week (1:34:13...2020-10-191h 37
What's New in Adapted Physical EducationGrading In APEWelcome to the What's New in APE Podcast blog. In this episode, I was able to have a panel discussion with three APE and/or grading experts to discuss grading philosophies and procedures within the field of APE. The panelists included: Brad Wiener (@APETeacher), a former SHAPE America National APE Teacher of the year and a current an adapted physical educator for Montgomery County Public Schools; Dr. Kristi Roth (@midlifetreks), a full professor at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and one of the co-authors of Principles and Methods of APE and Recreation; and Dr. Matt Townsley (@mctownsley) an assistant professor in...2020-06-1554 min
Riverwood Church - Waverly, IA: SermonsPsalm 46 (Summer of Psalms #3)Do you ever find yourself seeking a rest from life's daily grind through things like Netflix, YouTube, disc golf, or even drinking coffee?
In this week's message, Matt Townsley walks us through which shows us that God is our protection, provider, and power. If you a desire to seek true rest from the stressors of this world, listen in to know what it means to "be still" and know a God who loves you more than you can imagine.2020-06-1433 minRiverwood Church - Waverly, IA: SermonsPsalm 127 (Summer of Psalms #1)Have you ever wondered what the Bible says about work? Is it wise to put in 40 hours and be done? Is working overtime punishment or pleasing in the eyes of God?
In this week's message, Matt Townsley walks us through showing how overconfidence and overworking can lead to an unfulfilled life. So, if you have a desire to work at home or in the office in a way that honors God, listen in!2020-05-3137 min
A Conversation on Modern Measures of LearningEpisode 9: Matt Townsley and Nathan L. WearI had the pleasure of talking with Matt Townsley and Nathan Wear about their new book, Making Grades Matter. During this episode, they provide an overview and discuss how the strategies and lessons they've learned can help secondary educators in a PLC get started implementing standards-based grading.
Making Grades Matter: Standards-Based Grading in a Secondary PLC at Work®
By: Matt Townsley, Nathan L. Wear
Rely on this practical guide to help your PLC implement a standards-based grading system at the secondary education level. Further your professional growth as an educator and discover motivational st...2020-02-1351 min
Exploring the Core PodcastGaming the SystemPodcast and Episode Copyright 2019 Exploring the Core LLC* www.ExploringTheCore.com * #ExploringTheCore *Episode transcripts available at www.ExploringTheCore.comEpisode Release Date: January 6, 2020"[Grades] They’ve become the bills and coins for buying passage to the next grade level, participation in sports, extracurricular activities, even college admission." - Greg Mullen"The amount of work that a student must go through for such an explanation of an academic concept is like a three-dollar price tag for something that a student is likely used to getting for one-dollar down the street."...2020-01-0632 minRiverwood Church - Waverly, IA: SermonsThe Gospel & The Past (The Everyday Gospel #7)All of us have a past. Some of us are quite proud of the things in our past - accomplishments, relationships, or fond memories. Others of us are ashamed of our past. And some of us probably have a mixed past, one filled with both pride and shame.
But have you ever stopped to consider how the gospel speaks into your past, both the good moments and the regrettable ones?
In this second message in The Everyday Gospel (The Self Edition) (and part 7 overall in the series), Riverwood Partner Matt Townsley teaches from 2 Corinthians 5:10-23 to help us see how th...2019-07-3036 min
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