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SEL in EDUSEL in EDU065: AI Integration and Human-Centered Approaches with Dr. Randy ZiegenfussHow do we transform K-12 education with a human-centered approach in the age of AI? Join us for this enlightening episode as we sit with the visionary Dr. Randy Ziegenfuss. Randy shares his mission to revolutionize K-12 education by thoughtfully integrating technology while honoring and leveraging human connection.Unlock the transformative potential of AI in education with our deep dive into personal learning and content consumption. Discover how adopting an AI mindset can revolutionize managing and absorbing information, particularly in nonfiction reading. By leveraging tools like ChatGPT, Randy shares how you can scan, summarize, and analyze books...2024-10-3052 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioBest of TL Talk: Competency-Based Learning with Rose ColbyWelcome back to the “Best of TL Talk Radio” series! We’re re-releasing many of the most popular episodes from 7 seasons of the show. The release of this series announces and celebrates TL Talk Radio’s addition to the Be Podcast Network, a collection of more than 20 education-focused shows that help you support transformative change in formal and informal learning environments. In this season 4 episode, Randy and Lynn spoke with Rose Colby, a national speaker and presenter in the areas of competency-based learning, digital learning, differentiation, and school leadership. Visit https://bepodcast.network to learn m...2023-05-0727 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioBest of TL Talk: Place-Based Learning with Dustin Hensley and Veronica WatsonWelcome back to the “Best of TL Talk Radio” series! We’re re-releasing many of the most popular episodes from 7 seasons of the show. The release of this series announces and celebrates TL Talk Radio’s addition to the Be Podcast Network, a collection of more than 20 education-focused shows that help you support transformative change in formal and informal learning environments. In this season 7 episode, Randy and Lynn spoke with Dustin Hensley, librarian at Elizabethton High School in Elizabethton, TN and Veronica Watson, a learner at Elizabethton. Visit https://bepodcast.network to learn more about...2023-04-2928 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioBest of TL Talk: Out of Curiosity with Bryan GoodwinWelcome back to the “Best of TL Talk Radio” series! We’re re-releasing many of the most popular episodes from 7 seasons of the show. The release of this series announces and celebrates TL Talk Radio’s addition to the Be Podcast Network, a collection of education-focused shows that help you support transformative change in formal and informal learning environments. In this season 5 episode, Randy and Lynn spoke with Bryan Goodwin, President and CEO of McREL International and author of Out of Curiosity.  Visit https://bepodcast.network to learn more about the Be Podcast Network and...2023-04-1122 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioBest of TL Talk: The Self-Driven Child with William Stixrud and Ned JohnsonWelcome back to the “Best of TL Talk Radio” series! We’re re-releasing many of the most popular episodes from 7 seasons of the show. The release of this series announces and celebrates TL Talk Radio’s addition to the Be Podcast Network, a collection of education-focused shows that help you support transformative change in formal and informal learning environments. In this season 5 episode, Randy and Lynn spoke with William Stixrud and Ned Johnson, authors of The Self-Driven Child.  Visit https://bepodcast.network to learn more about the Be Podcast Network and dozens of shows cover...2023-04-0435 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioBest of TL Talk: Learner Centered Innovation with Katie MartinWelcome back to the “Best of TL Talk Radio” series! We’re re-releasing many of the most popular episodes from 7 seasons of the show. The release of this series announces and celebrates TL Talk Radio’s addition to the Be Podcast Network, a collection of education-focused shows that help you support transformative change in formal and informal learning environments. In this season 4 episode, Randy and Lynn spoke with Dr. Katie Martin, author of Learner-Centered Innovation and Evolving Education, and Chief Impact Officer at Learner-Centered Collaborative. Visit https://bepodcast.network to learn more about the Be Pod...2023-04-0123 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioBest of TL Talk: Amir Nathoo on OutschoolWelcome back to the “Best of TL Talk Radio” series! We’re re-releasing many of the most popular episodes from 7 seasons of the show. The release of this series announces and celebrates TL Talk Radio’s addition to the Be Podcast Network, a collection of education-focused shows that help you support transformative change in formal and informal learning environments. In this season 6 episode, Randy and Lynn spoke with Amir Nathoo, co-founder of Outschool. Amir is CEO and leads growth and product at Outschool. He previously worked at Square founding the Square Payroll product. Before that he was C...2023-03-2830 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioBest of TL Talk: Richard Rusczyk and Grayson Maas on the Art of Problem SolvingWelcome back to the “Best of TL Talk Radio” series! We’re re-releasing many of the most popular episodes from 7 seasons of the show. The release of this series announces and celebrates TL Talk Radio’s addition to the Be Podcast Network, a collection of education-focused shows that help you support transformative change in formal and informal learning environments. In this season 6 episode, Randy and Lynn spoke with Richard Rusczyk and Grayson Maas from Art of Problem Solving. Visit https://bepodcast.network to learn more about the Be Podcast Network and dozens of shows cover...2023-03-2532 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioBest of TL Talk: Jennifer Abrams on The Multigenerational Workplace in EducationWelcome back to the “Best of TL Talk Radio” series! We’re re-releasing many of the most popular episodes from 7 seasons of the show. The release of this series announces and celebrates TL Talk Radio’s addition to the Be Podcast Network, a collection of education-focused shows that help you support transformative change in formal and informal learning environments. In this season 4 episode, Randy and Lynn spoke with Jennifer Abrams about her book The Multigenerational Workplace. Focusing on the major contexts in which generational differences play out—including recruitment, coaching, professional learning, and succession planning — the book demon...2023-03-2125 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioBest of TL Talk: Bena Kallick & Allison Zmuda on Personalized Learning with the Habits of MindWelcome back to the “Best of TL Talk Radio” series! Over the next several weeks we’re re-releasing many of the most popular episodes from 7 seasons of TL Talk Radio. The release of this series announces and celebrates TL Talk Radio’s addition to the Be Podcast Network, a collection of education-focused shows that help you support transformative change in formal and informal learning environments. In this season 3 episode, Randy and Lynn spoke with Bena Kallick and Allison Zmuda, co-authors of Students at the Center: Personalized Learning with Habits of Mind.  Visit https://bepodcast.ne...2023-03-1847 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioBest of TL Talk: Craig Vezina on International Education & EntrepreneurshipWelcome back to the “Best of TL Talk Radio” series! Over the next several weeks we’re re-releasing many of the most popular episodes from 7 seasons of TL Talk Radio. The release of this series announces and celebrates TL Talk Radio’s addition to the Be Podcast Network, a collection of education-focused shows that help you support transformative change in formal and informal learning environments. In this season 5 episode, Randy and Lynn spoke with Craig Vezina. With over two decades of experience at the forefront of international education, Craig is the founder & President of the Z-17 Colle...2023-03-1427 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioBest of TL Talk: Invent to Learn with Sylvia MartinezWelcome, loyal listeners, to the “Best of TL Talk Radio” series! Over the next several weeks we’ll be re-releasing many of the most popular episodes from 7 seasons of TL Talk Radio. The release of this series announces and celebrates TL Talk Radio’s addition to the Be Podcast Network, a collection of education-focused shows that help you support transformative change in formal and informal learning environments. In this season 2 episode, Randy and Lynn spoke with Sylvia Libow Martinez, co-author of Invent to Learn. The authors recently released a new and expanded 2nd edition of the book...2023-03-1137 minGetting Smart PodcastGetting Smart Podcast303 - Randy Ziegenfuss on Learner-Centered LeadershipIn this episode, Tom is joined by Kelly Young, President of Education Reimagined, to chat with Randy Ziegenfuss, podcast host and former Superintendent, about his multi-decade influence in the education space. Randy recently retired from the role of Superintendent in the Salisbury Township School District where he served for the past 15 years. Currently, he teaches as a Clinical Adjunct Professor of Education at Moravian College and Delaware Valley University. You can read his blog at WorkingAtTheEdge.org and listen to his podcasts at ShiftYourParadigm.org or TLTalkRadio.org. Listen in as Tom and Kelly reflect...2021-01-2041 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 7 – Episode 21 – Otherful – Mike Kleba and Ryan O’HaraIn this episode we are chatting with Mike Kleba and Dr. Ryan O’Hara, authors of Otherful: How to Change the World Through Other People. Mike is a public high school English teacher & theatre director with more than 20 years in the classroom. An artist & entrepreneur, he has been invited to speak about leadership around the country and the globe.…Read more2021-01-0734 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 7: Episode 20 – Jason Palmer, Transformation of Higher Education, The Future of CredentialsIn this episode we are speaking with Jason Palmer, General Partner at New Markets Venture Partners, a leading education-focused venture capital firm. Jason has been affiliated with New Markets since 2011 and brings twenty years of experience as an education technology entrepreneur, executive and investor, including three years at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. New Markets is an early and…Read more2020-12-3130 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 7: Episode 19 – Jennifer Folkenroth, American Lung Association, on VapingIn this episode we are speaking with Jennifer Folkenroth, National Senior Director at the American Lung Association. In her role, Jen leads tobacco programming efforts through a comprehensive multi-pronged approach of education, awareness, behavior modification, community mobilization, systems change, advocacy and research. Jen brings with her sixteen years of experience in tobacco and nicotine dependence treatment and cessation programming in…Read more2020-12-2424 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 7: Episode 18 – Dewey Rosetti – Parenting Bright Kids Who Struggle in SchoolIn this episode we are chatting with Dewey Rosetti, author of Parenting Bright Kids Who Struggle in School, a book that guides parents through the challenging and often unfamiliar landscape of raising kids who have been labeled with learning differences, including dyslexia, ADHD, autism, sensory processing disorder, and more. Dewey Rosetti is an author, speaker, consultant and founder of and president of…Read more2020-12-1925 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 7: Episode 17 – Misha Feigenson, Thinking Cap InnovationsIn this episode we are chatting with Misha Feigenson from Thinking Cap Innovations – Screen Free and Touch Free Learning, a startup dedicated to developing voice-first applications in education, for children, teens and their families. Misha is a musician at heart and a physicist by education, but his real passion lies in building products inspired by being a parent.   Here is…Read more2020-12-0920 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 7: Episode 16 – Preeti Chemiti, Eric Lin, and Emma Watts on Navigating Mental Health Concerns During COVID-19In this episode we are chatting with Preeti Chemiti, Eric Lin, and Emma Watts about their work helping educators navigate the mental health concerns with COVID19. They have co-authored a book titled Mindset Matters: Navigating Mental Health Concerns with COVIID-19 Through Student and Teacher Resources. Preeti is a sophomore at Princeton University studying Public and International Affairs with certificates in History…Read more2020-12-0225 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 7: Episode 15 – Danielle Sullivan from Curriculum Associates on Learner AgencyIn this episode, we are speaking with Danielle Sullivan from Curriculum Associates. Danielle is a National Director, Content and Implementation, at Curriculum Associates. Before her current role, she worked as an educational consultant, a special education teacher, and a Legislative Assistant on Capitol Hill. Fun fact, she used to be in an improv comedy troupe!  Here is what we talked about: Let’s…Read more2020-11-2716 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 7: Episode 14 – Audrey O’Clair on Amplifying Student VoiceToday we are speaking with Audrey O’Clair from Soundtrap about amplifying student voice. Audrey, first and foremost, is a community builder. As a former special education teacher, she knows that using every available resource—from edtech to social media to professional learning networks—is the trick to helping individuals succeed. She’s an Education Specialist for Soundtrap at Spotify who knows that authentic learning…Read more2020-11-1723 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 7: Episode 13 – Crystal Xu and Purvi Patel – Redesigning School Level Systems for EquityIn this episode we are talking with Crystal Xu and Purvi Patel, co-authors of Capture the Opportunity: Steps to Redesign School-Level Systems for Equity. Crystal is a Design Principal with Education Elements and partners with educators to maximize student learning through innovative approaches. As a former teacher, school leader and district leader, her passion is around rethinking the ecosystem within…Read more2020-11-1024 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 7: Episode 12 – Andrea Keith, LetGrow and Antifragile ChildrenIn this episode we are talking with Andrea Keith, the Vice President of School Programs at LetGrow. Andrea has worked in the start-up ed-tech industry in professional development, operations, customer success and sales for over 14 years, after spending her early career as a teacher in multiple states.  Let Grow is a non-profit organization which believes in kids. The organization asserts…Read more2020-11-0819 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 7: Episode 11 – Marc Prensky – What the world needs from educationIn this episode, we are speaking with Marc Prensky about his recent article, What the World Needs from Education. You may remember Marc from previous TLTalkRadio episodes:  Season 3: Episode 3 and Season 6: Episode 9. Marc is an award-winning, internationally-acclaimed speaker, author, and “practical visionary” in the field of education. He is currently the founder and Executive Director of The…Read more2020-10-3027 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 7: Episode 10 – Dana Sugra on Wellness WednesdaysIn this episode we are talking with Dana Sugra, a teacher at Salisbury Elementary School. As you are aware, Salisbury is currently operating in a fully remote model of instruction during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dana has implemented a Wellness Wednesday Zoom session for our elementary learners and staff. Dana has always loved being active and has a passion for yoga.  She…Read more2020-10-2112 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 7: Episode 9 – Zac Brem, Principal – Walk and Talk WednesdaysIn this episode, we are speaking with Zac Brem, Principal of Salisbury Elementary School in Salisbury Township School District.  Prior to his time in Salisbury, Zac was an assistant principal and special education teacher in Allentown School District.  He considers himself a lifelong learner by immersing himself in home projects, car repairs, and puzzles and games. Zac enjoys spending time…Read more2020-10-1617 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 7: Episode 7 – Larry Altman on what school leaders need to know…From Bullying to Sexual ViolenceIn this episode we’re speaking with Attorney Larry Altman. Larry is a return guest to TLTalkRadio, and we look forward to another conversation with him today. We’ll put Larry’s past episodes in the show notes, so if legal issues are your interest, be sure to check them out! Larry currently works as a consultant for schools helping them develop legally…Read more2020-10-1021 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 7: Episode 7 – Lindsay Jones, President and CEO of the National Center on Learning DisabilitiesIn this episode we are speaking with Lindsay Jones, President and CEO of the National Center on Learning Disabilities. Lindsay has been with the Center for over 5 years and previously served as Vice President, Chief Policy & Advocacy Officer. In that role, she designed and implemented legislative strategy in Washington, DC, aimed at advancing government policies that support the success…Read more2020-10-0426 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 7: Episode 6 – Dr. Wendy Oliver on what parents need to know about digital educationIn this episode we’re talking with Dr. Wendy Oliver, a nationally recognized leader in educational technology and digital learning, who is currently Chief Learning Officer for EdisonLearning.  Her passion is to equip and inform parents and educators to ensure all children have the best learning experience. Dr. Oliver authored Not Your Mama’s Classroom: What You Need to Know as a…Read more2020-09-2500 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 7: Episode 5 – Brad Starnes, Superintendent, talks about Leader in MeIn this episode we are speaking with Brad Starnes, Superintendent at Wabaunsee USD 329 in Kansas. Brad was recently named by FranklinCovey Education as a Leader in Me Community Champion in recognition of his impressive work. As the first Leader in Me district in Kansas, Wabaunsee has seen the benefits firsthand. The process helps them get kids ready to come…Read more2020-09-2500 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 7: Episode 4 – Amy Valentine on Future of SchoolIn this episode we’re speaking with Amy Valentine, CEO and Education Evangelist at Future of School, a public charity designed to support the growth of innovative school models integrating blended and online learning. Future of School is dedicated to mobilizing change in American K-12 education from a one-size-fits-all system to one that ensures all students reach their unbounded potential.  The Resilient…Read more2020-09-2500 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 7: Episode 3 – Tom Sherrington on Teaching WalkthrusIn this episode we are speaking with Tom Sherrington. Tom is co-author of the newly published Teaching Walkthrus: Five-step Guides to Instructional Coaching. Tom started out as a physics and maths teacher in the 1980s and has since worked in numerous schools of different kinds as a teacher and leader. He began writing at teacherhead.com as a way of sharing…Read more2020-09-2500 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 7: Episode 2 – Jethro Jones talks about SchoolXToday we’re speaking with Jethro Jones, 2017 NASSP Digital Principal of the Year. Jethro is a former principal in Fairbanks, Alaska, and host of Transformative Principal, where he interviews principals, leaders, and influencers who help improve K-12 education throughout the world. Jethro is also the founder of SDL Academy, Transformative Mastermind and Transformative Leadership Summit. In this episode we are…Read more2020-09-2500 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 7: Episode 1 – Reflecting on 6 years of podcastingIn this episode Lynn and Randy reflect on what they’ve learned as leaders after creating 6 seasons of podcasts here on TLTalkRadio. They also share what they are most looking forward to in Season 7. Resources 2019-20 Podcast recap Join the conversation… Each episode we leave you with a question to think about…with the idea of provoking reflection and  conversation.…Read more2020-09-2500 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 41 – A conversation with Amir Nathoo, Co-Founder and CEO of OutschoolIn this episode, we’re speaking with Amir Nathoo, co-founder of Outschool. Amir is CEO and leads growth and product at Outschool. He previously worked at Square founding the Square Payroll product. Before that he was CEO and co-founder of Trigger.io, having started his career at IBM. Amir holds an MEng from Cambridge. Outschool offers unique online classes via group video…Read more2020-06-1300 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 40 – Teach the Future – Interview with Peter Bishop and Katie KingIn this episode, we’re speaking with Peter Bishop and Katie King, professional futurists, to talk about Teach the Future, an organization providing educators with the materials to introduce futures thinking into classrooms. The people at Teach the Future also design and facilitate professional development for educators and workshops for students, and support administrators and leaders ready to incorporate futures thinking…Read more2020-05-2300 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 39 – Pursuing Greatness – Interview with Bryan Goodwin, Pete Hall & Alisa SimeralIn this episode, we’re speaking with Bryan Goodwin, Pete Hall and Alisa Simeral about their recent book – Pursuing Greatness: Empowering Teachers to Take Charge of Their Professional Growth.  Bryan is President & CEO at McREL International, a Denver-based nonprofit education research and development organization that serves educators across the US, the Pacific, and Australia. The mission of McREL is…Read more2020-05-1400 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 38 – Interview with Armand Doucet – Thinking about Pedagogy in a PandemicIn this episode, we are speaking with Armand Doucet who recently co-wrote a report with Deborah Netolicky, Koen Timmers, and Jim Tuscano entitled Thinking about pedagogy in an unfolding pandemic: an independent report on approaches to distance learning during Covid 19 School Closures. Armand is one of the world’s foremost pracademics and teachers in education. He is a sought-after leader,…Read more2020-04-3000 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 37 – Outdoor Learning – Interview with Adam Aronson, Founding Lead Teacher at Chelsea Opportunity AcademyIn this episode, we are speaking with Adam Aronson, founding lead teacher at the Chelsea Opportunity Academy (COA) in Chelsea, MA, about the academy’s outdoor experience course.  The Chelsea Opportunity Academy (COA) is a competency based, alternative high school in Chelsea, Massachusetts. Chelsea Opportunity Academy offers an engaging and supportive learning environment for young adults seeking a new educational experience. At…Read more2020-04-2800 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 36 – Whole: What Teachers Need to Help Students Thrive – Interview with Kevin BairdIn this epsiode, we’re speaking with Kevin Baird, co-author of WHOLE: What Teachers Need to Help Students Thrive, a new book that explains how removing stress from the classroom holds the key to improving education. Kevin is chairman at the Global Center for College & Career Readiness and a co-author of the Pathway for College & Career Readiness Standards. For…Read more2020-04-2500 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 35 – Interview with Larry Altman – Student Mental HealthIn this episode, we’re speaking with Larry Altman. Larry is a return guest to TLTalkRadio, and currently works as a consultant for schools helping them develop legally compliant policies, protocols and procedures for Title IX, Anti-bullying, student suicide prevention, Section 504, and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. He is also a distinguished member of the American Law Society and serves…Read more2020-04-1700 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 34 – Interview with Cale Birk – PCL 2.0In this episode we are speaking with Cale Birk, co-author of the book – PLC 2.0: Collaborating for Observable Impact in Today’s Schools and the accompanying toolkit filled with tools and protocols. Cale is also the co-author of another great book, Changing Change Using Learner-Centered Design. We chatted with Cale and his co-author, Charity Allen on an earlier podcast that we…Read more2020-04-1000 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 33 – Tom Vander Ark on Place-Based EducationIn this episode, we are speaking with Tom VanderArk, co-author of Power of Place: Authentic Learning Through Place-Based Education.  Tom is an advocate for innovations in learning. As CEO of Getting Smart, Tom advises impact organizations and learning institutions on the path forward. A prolific writer and speaker, Tom has co-authored more than 50 books, chapters, and white papers and…Read more2020-04-0300 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 32 – The QUESTion Project with Gerard SenehiIn this episode, we are speaking with Gerard Senehi, Founder and President of the Open Future Institute, about his work with the QUESTion Project. Gerard is inspired by a sense of possibilities and the potential of bringing inner aspects of our humanity to the foreground in education. After graduating from Amherst College, he taught science and art. He saw science…Read more2020-03-2700 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 31 – Ulrich Boser on Artificial Intelligence/Natural Language Processing and Learning Writing [Podcast]In this episode, we are speaking with Ulrich Boser about the impact artificial intelligence, particularly Natural Language Processing (NLP), is having on the learning of writing. You might remember Ulrich from Season 3 when we talked about his book – Learn Better. Ulrich is the founder of The Learning Agency Lab and a senior fellow at the Center for American…Read more2020-03-2200 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 30 – Developing Student Ownership – Interview with Bob Crowe and Jane Kennedy [Podcast]In this episode, we are speaking with Bob Crowe and Jane Kennedy, authors of Developing Student Ownership: Supporting Students to Own Their Learning Through the Use of strategic Learning Practices. Bob is co-founder of Elevated Achievement Group, a professional development company dedicated to helping educators develop student ownership at all grade levels. Bob began his tenure in education as a…Read more2020-03-1300 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 29 – Julia Brodsky – Astrobiology for KidsIn this episode, we are speaking with Julia Brodsky about Astrobiology. Julia has taught International Space Station astronauts and flight controllers, worked as a rocket scientist at NASA, helped at NASA outreach centers, and worked as a math and science teacher at private schools and colleges. She has also written a book on informal math education and presented at Mathematical…Read more2020-03-0700 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 28 – Helen Lee Bouygues – Reboot Foundation and Critical ThinkingIn this episode, we are speaking with Helen Lee Bouygues, founder of Reboot Foundation, an organization devoted to elevating critical thinking. In a time of vast technological change, the Foundation aims to promote richer, more reflective forms of thought in schools, homes, and businesses. The Foundation conducts surveys and opinion polls, leads its own research, and supports the work of…Read more2020-02-2900 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 27 – Measuring Human Return – Interview Joanne McEachen and Matthew KaneIn this episode, we are speaking with Joanne McEachen & Matthew Kane about their book, Measuring Human Return: Understand and Assess What Really Matters for Deeper Learning. Joanne is the CEO/Founder of The Learner First, an education consultancy based in Seattle. She serves on the executive team of Karanga, the global alliance for social emotional learning and life skills, and is…Read more2020-02-2200 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 26 – EduProtocols – Interview with Jon Corippo and Marlena HebernIn this episode, we’re talking with Jon Corippo and Marlena Hebern, co-authors of The EduProtocol Field Guide: 16 Student-Centered Lesson Frames for Infinite Learning. Jon has served education at the K-8 level, opened a 1-1, PBL, Google-based high school, served in two CA county offices, including as an Assistant Superintendent and IT Director. Jon has been recognized as a County…Read more2020-02-1500 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 25 – The Art of Digital Fabrication – Interview with Erin Riley [Podcast]Today, we’re speaking with Erin Riley, author of The Art of Digital Fabrication: STEAM Projects for the Makerspace and Art Studio. Erin is the Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Jackson Director of the Engineering and Design Lab at Greenwich Academy, where she teaches classes and facilitates projects with faculty at the intersection of engineering, design, and art. Additionally, she teaches a studio…Read more2020-02-0700 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 24 – Student Health Services and the Law – Interview with Erin GilsbachIn this episode, we spoke with Erin Gilsbach, a past guest.  Erin  is the Executive Director of EdLaw Interactive and an experienced speaker and author at the state and national levels on matters regarding school law. You might remember Erin from previous podcasts where Erin talked about audio/video recording and other special education issues. Erin recently published a book through…Read more2020-01-2900 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 23 – NoRILLA – Interview with Nesra YannierIn this episode, we are speaking with Nesra Yannier about NoRILLA, Novel Research-based intelligent lifelong learning apparatus.  Nesra received her PhD in Human Computer Interaction Institute at Carnegie Mellon University. She has been awarded Mister Rogers Scholarship and National Science Foundation grants to take her PhD project forward. She has also received the Innovation Fellowship from the Center for Innovation…Read more2020-01-2200 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 22 – Interview with Gary StagerIn this episode, we are speaking with Gary Stager about a recent blog post, Time for Optimism, and Constructing Modern Knowledge, a minds on institute for educators committed to creativity, collaboration and computing. Gary has spent more than three decades helping teachers across the globe make the world a better place for kids. As such, he is one of the…Read more2020-01-1700 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 21 – Nikosi Darnell & Rebekah McPherson – Communication for LifeIn this episode, we are talking with Dr. Nikosi Darnell and Dr.Rebekah McPherson about developing communication skills for life through their work at Clearview Speech. Nikosi is a speech-language pathologist and child development specialist with over 16-years of experience in various professional settings. She specializes in the areas of blended and online education, child growth and development, speech-language development, educational…Read more2020-01-0800 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 20 – Chalk – Interview with William ZhouIn this episode, we’re speaking with William Zhou, co-founder and CEO of Chalk, an education technology company whose integrated planning and analytics platform for curriculum and instruction that utilizes real-time data to help schools improve their processes — and support better student results — now. William and his co-founder created Chalk while they were university students, as a step toward…Read more2020-01-0200 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 19 – Science of Advocacy – Interview with Marc Porter Magee [Podcast]In this episode, we’re speaking with Marc Porter Magee about his recent publication in a new initiative from FutureED and 50CAN focused on advocacy. Marc is the founder and CEO of 50CAN, the 50 State Campaign for Achievement Now. Over the past eight years, Marc has led 50CAN to more than 100 policy victories through advocacy campaigns in more than…Read more2019-12-1900 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 18 – New Team Habits – Interview with Keara Mascareñz [Podcast]In this episode, we’re speaking with Keara Mascareñz.  Keara is a co-author of The NEW Team Habits: A Guide to the New School Rules, a book based on her work with hundreds of schools and districts about how to achieve school goals through teamwork and innovation. Keara is the creator of the New School Rules toolkit, works with Education Elements as…Read more2019-12-1200 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 17 – Teaching Life – Interview with Armand Doucet [Podcast]In this episode, we’re speaking with Armand Doucet, about his new book, Teaching Life: Our Calling, Our Choices, Our Challenges.  Teaching Life brings the voices of teachers into the global conversation about educational reform to offer a how-to for implementing into classrooms design thinking, technology integration and a holistic education based on competencies, social-emotional learning and the literacies.  Armand is one of the…Read more2019-12-0600 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 16 – Teacher Onboarding in Innovative Learning Environments – Interview with Juliana Finegan [Podcast]In this episode, we are speaking with Juliana Finegan, about her recent “Problem of Practice” series on teacher onboarding in innovative learning environments. Juliana is a managing partner at The Learning Accelerator, a nonprofit that advocates equitable education through the use of data and technology in order to implement personalized and blended education strategies at scale. A proponent for personalized learning,…Read more2019-11-2900 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 15 – Guidelines for PA School Library Programs and the National School Library Standards Framework [Podcast]In this episode, we are speaking with Dr. Cathi Fuhrman, Dustin Brackbill and Dr. Corey Hall, school librarians and leaders in the Pennsylvania School Librarians Association (PSLA). We’ll be discussing the recently developed Guidelines for PA School Library Programs and how they integrate with the new National School Library Standards Framework from the American Association of School Libraries (AASL).  Dr.…Read more2019-11-2200 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 14 – Young Adult/Adult Development – Interview with Jenny Finn [Podcast]Today, we are speaking with Jenny Finn, Head of School, and Co-Founder of Springhouse Community School. Jenny has been with us on TLTalkRadio previously – Season 5: Episode 16 talking about community internship programs and open-walled learning; and on Season 4: Episode 28 where she was joined by her collaborator, Ezekial Fugate, sharing thoughts on the idea of critical friends.…Read more2019-11-1600 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 13 – Podcast Takeover – Interview with Dr. Randy Ziegenfuss & Lynn Fuini-Hetten [Podcast]In this episode, our podcast interns, Monica and Jemma from d.tech High School in California, put together a takeover episode where they took on the role of podcast hosts and we were podcast guests. Here is what we talked about: Share with us how you became interested in podcasting, especially designing a podcast with a focus on learner-centered education? When did…Read more2019-11-0800 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 12 – Moving to a Finite Earth Economy––Crew Manual – Interview with David Houle [Podcast]In this episode, we’re speaking with David Houle, a futurist, thinker and speaker. David has been speaking and writing about the future for well over a decade. He writes the highly regarded futurist blog, Evolution Shift, with the tagline “A Future Look At Today.” You may recall our conversation with David on last season’s podcast. David is also author of…Read more2019-10-3000 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 11 – Role of Libraries and Librarians in School Transformation – Interview with Dustin Hensley [Podcast]In this episode we are speaking with Dustin Hensley, a librarian at Elizabethton High School in Elizabethton, TN. If you listen to our other podcast, Shift Your Paradigm, Dustin spoke with us recently about Elizabethton High School in Episode 48. Dustin recently published an article about the role of librarians in transformation and that’s what we want to talk about…Read more2019-10-2700 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 10 – World Changer’s Handbook – Interview with Zack Jones [Podcast]In this episode, we’re speaking with Zack Jones, Director at Dual School and author of The World Changer’s Handbook: A Young Person’s Guide to Creating an Impactful Life. You may recall that we spoke to Zack on an earlier TLTalkRadio episode when we spoke with him and Megan Chen, a learner from Dual School. And on the Shift Your Paradigm…Read more2019-10-2600 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 9 – What the World Needs from Education – Interview with Marc Prensky [Podcast]In this episode, we’re speaking with Marc Prensky about his recent article – What the World Needs from Education. You may remember Marc from Season 3: Episode 3 when we discussed his book Education to Better Their World: Unleashing the Power of 21st Century Kids.  Marc is an award-winning, internationally-acclaimed speaker, author, and “practical visionary” in the field of education. He…Read more2019-10-2000 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 8 – Thrive: How Schools Will Win the Education Revolution – Interview with Grant Lichtman [Podcast]In this episode, we’re speaking with Grant Lichtman, author of the recently published Thrive: How Schools Will Win the Education Revolution. Grant is an internationally-recognized thought leader on the transformation of K-12 education. He works with school teams to develop a comfort and capacity for change in a rapidly changing world. For almost 15 years, Grant was a trustee and senior…Read more2019-10-2000 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 13 - Podcast Takeover -interview with Dr. Randy Ziegenfuss & Lynn Fuini-Hetten2019-10-1622 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 7 – SchoolBzz – Interview with Jennifer Larson [Podcast]In this episode, we are speaking with Jennifer Larson, founder of SchoolBzz – a cloud-based platform for whole-school, whole-community communication.  Jennifer is a technology entrepreneur, charter public school founder and mother of four children who is passionate about finding innovative ways to engage parents and supporters in their child’s learning journey. SchoolBzz is the culmination of Jennifer’s 15 years in…Read more2019-10-1100 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 6 – Faster Than 20 – Interview with Eugene Eric Kim [Podcast]In this episode, we’re speaking with Eugene Eric Kim. Eugene is a collaboration coach, trainer, and designer, focused on helping changemakers practice the skills they need to work effectively in groups. He’s spent almost two decades helping groups learn how to come alive and collaborate more skillfully together. He has worked with C-level business leaders and social activists, rocket scientists…Read more2019-10-0600 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 5 – Title IX – Interview with Larry Altman [Podcast]In this episode, we’re speaking with Attorney Larry Altman. Larry is a return guest to TLTalkRadio where he has appeared on numerous episodes to discuss educational law issues. Today we are speaking with Larry about a recent publication pertaining to recent proposed changes in Title IX regulations. Here is what we talked about: Share with us a personal story about…Read more2019-09-2700 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 4 – Art of Problem Solving – Interview with Richard Rusczyk and Grayson Maas [Podcast]In this episode, we are talking with Richard Rusczyk and Grayson Maas from the Art of Problem Solving. Richard is the founder of Art of Problem Solving website and co-writer with Sandor Lehoesky of the original Art of Problem Solving books. He is a co-founder with Sandor and Sam Vandervelde of the Mandlebrot Competition, and is a past Director of the USA Mathematical…Read more2019-09-2000 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 3 – Handwriting Brain-Body DisConnect – Interview with Cheri Dotterer [Podcast]In this episode, we’re speaking with Cheri Dotterer, author of Handwriting Brain-Body DisConnect: Adaptive teaching techniques to unlock a child’s dysgraphia for the classroom and at home. Cheri is zealous about how we learn. Pediatrics has always been her passion and love. Her favorite part of practice is seeing the “light bulb” go on in the mind of parents, teachers,…Read more2019-09-1500 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 2 – Invent to Learn – Interview with Sylvia Martinez [Podcast]In this episode, we’re speaking with Sylvia Martinez, co-author with Dr. Gary Stager of Invent to Learn Making, Tinkering and Engineering in the Classroom, a book that has been described as the “bible of the maker movement for classrooms” A former aerospace engineer, Sylvia speaks and writes around the world to advocate for authentic learning using real world design principles,…Read more2019-09-0900 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 6: Episode 1 – Looking ahead to Season 6 [Podcast]In this kickoff episode of Season 6, we reflect on what’s we’ve learned from five years of producing the podcast. We make connections between the learning and our own practice around transforming learning in the district. We share a little bit about what’s been happening in the district, particularly over the past summer, and give our listeners a glimpse into…Read more2019-09-0900 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 5: Episode 44 – uNforgettable – Interview with Chuck Poole [Podcast]In this final episode of Season 5, we welcome Chuck Poole – teacher, founder of Teachonomy, author of uNforgettable: Your Roadmap to Being the Teacher They Never Forget, and producer of the uNseries. Chuck is a veteran teacher, making it his mission to inspire and encourage teachers all over the world to be the best they can be. He is the…Read more2019-06-2000 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 5: Episode 43 – David Houle – The Shift Age [Podcast]In this episode, we welcome David Houle, a futurist, thinker and speaker. David has been speaking and writing about the future for well over a decade. He writes the highly regarded futurist blog, Evolution Shift, with the tagline “A Future Look At Today.” David is author of numerous books and ebooks including his influential first book, The Shift Age, and…Read more2019-06-1300 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 4: Episode 42 – Panal Foundation – Interview with Josefina Besomi [Podcast]In this episode, we are welcoming Josefina Besomi of the Panal Foundation in Santiago, Chile.  Panal, Spanish for honeycomb, is a non-profit organization that empowers students to become active agents of change in their communities and schools. The program consists of seven extracurricular sessions, hosted on Saturdays, with the objective of promoting student leadership through the development of socioemotional abilities…Read more2019-06-0600 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 5: Episode 41 – Thomas Toch – Core Lessons: Measuring the Social and Emotional Dimensions of Student Success [Podcast]In this episode, we welcome Thomas Toch, author of a recent whitepaper from FutureED titled: Core Lessons: Measuring the Social and Emotional Dimensions of Student Success. Tom is director at FutureEd, an independent, solution-oriented think tank at Georgetown University’s McCourt School of Public Policy. He is a former senior partner at the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and…Read more2019-05-3000 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 5: Episode 40 – Timeless Learning – Interview with Pam Moran and Ira Socol [Podcast]In this episode, we are welcoming co-authors of Timeless Learning: How Imagination, Observation and Zero-Based Thinking Change Schools – Pam Moran and Ira Socol. Pam is recognized nationally as a leading advocate for contemporary progressive education. In an educational career spanning four decades, she has promoted shifting learning power from teachers to young people, amplifying student voice, agency, and influence. Pam…Read more2019-05-2400 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 5: Episode 39 – Hacking School Culture – Interview with Angela Stockman and Ellen Feig GrayIn this episode, we are speaking with Angela Stockman and Ellen Feig Gray, co-authors of Hacking School Culture: Designing Compassionate Classrooms to the podcast. Ellen is a Certified Positive Psychology Practitioner and Life Coach providing professional consultation, coaching, workshops, and practical wisdom to support parents on their journey to help their children and families flourish. She uses a strengths-based approach…Read more2019-05-1700 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 5: Episode 38 – Get Weird – Interview with CJ Casciotta [Podcast]In this episode, we are welcoming CJ Casciotta, founder of Ringbeller and author of Get Weird. CJ is a writer and serial media maker passionate about helping people discover and own their unique identity or in other words, what makes them weird. As a writer and communicator, he’s traveled all over the world inspiring communities like Lululemon, The Salvation Army,…Read more2019-05-1100 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 5: Episode 37 – How to Become an Innovative School Leader – Interview with Andrea Geotchius of Education Elements [Podcast]In this episode, we welcome Andrea Geotchius, Senior Design Principal on the Design and Implementation Team at Education Elements, an organization working with schools and districts to best meet the needs of all learners. During the second half of 2018, Andrea wrote a series of blog posts for Education Elements on the eight competencies that make for strong, innovative leaders.…Read more2019-05-0200 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 5: Episode 36 – Who You Know – Interview with Julia Freeland Fisher [Podcast]In this episode, we are talking with Julia Freeland Fisher, author of Who You Know: Unlocking Innovations That Expand Students’ Networks. Julia is director of education research at the Clayton Christensen Institute, a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank. She leads a team devoted to informing policymakers and community leaders on the power of disruptive innovation to transform schools. Here is what…Read more2019-04-2600 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 5: Episode 35 – Rewiring Education – Interview with John Couch [Podcast]In this episode, we are talking with John Couch, author of Rewiring Education: How Technology Can Unlock Every Student’s Potential. Apple’s first Vice President of Education, John has always been a proponent of personalized learning. John was recruited by Steve Jobs in 1978, becoming Apple’s 54th employee. He left in 1984 to help a struggling K–12 school in San Diego…Read more2019-04-1900 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 5: Episode 34 – Art of Screen Time – Interview with Anya Kamenetz [Podcast]In this episode, we are talking with Anya Kamenetz. Anya is author of several fascinating books on the future of education. Generation Debt, DIY U: Edupunks, Edupreneurs, and the Coming Transformation of Higher Education , The Test, and most recent – The Art of Screen Time – How Your Family Can Balance Digital Media and Real Life.  You may remember,…Read more2019-04-1200 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 5: Episode 33 – Increasing Math Talk – Interview with John Moss [Podcast}In this episode, we are speaking with one of our teachers – John Moss. John is a 7th grade math teacher, and this is his first year in Salisbury Township School District. John has been working as an educator for almost 8 years. He taught mostly 5th-8th grade students in various subjects at schools around the country. Before becoming an…Read more2019-04-0300 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 5: Episode 32 – IgnitED Research – Interview with Saro Mohammed [Podcast]Today, we are speaking with Saro Mohammed, a Partner at The Learning Accelerator. There she leads measurement work to increase the field’s understanding of effective and equitable K-12 personalized and mastery-based teaching and learning practices. As a quantitative researcher, Saro has spent over a decade conducting and advising on studies and external evaluations of education programs implemented in public, private,…Read more2019-03-2800 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 5: Episode 31 – Megan Chen, author of Finding Tiger and Zack Jones, Director of Dual School [Podcast]In this episode we are speaking with Megan Chen, author of Finding Tiger and Zack Jones, Director at Dual School. Megan is a young learner who followed her passion and published a children’s book titled Finding Tiger. The book targets the problems of implicit bias and stereotyping. Megan is very interested in creating innovative solutions to problems and entrepreneurship!  Megan…Read more2019-03-2200 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 5: Episode 30 – 9 Billion Schools – Interview with Dick Thomas and Lauren Della Bella [Podcast]In this episode, we are speaking with Dick Thomas and Lauren Della Bella – coauthors of 9 Billion Schools – Why the World Needs Lifelong Personalized Learning for All. Dick Thomas is vice president of architecture for SHP, a nationally recognized architecture firm focused on learning spaces of all kinds. Celebrating over 20 years of practice with the firm, Dick’s…Read more2019-03-1600 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 5: Episode 29 – Enhancing School Safety Using a Threat Assessment Model – Interview with Attorney Larry Altman [Podcast]In this episode, we are speaking once again with Attorney Larry Altman. Larry has become a regular on TLTalkRadio, specifically around legal issues. Today we are speaking with Larry about a recent publication from the US Department of Homeland Security, United States Secret Service, titled Enhancing School Safety Using a Threat Assessment Model: An Operational Guide for Preventing Targeted School…Read more2019-03-0100 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 5: Episode 28 – esports – Interview with Steve Isaacs [Podcast]In this episode, we are speaking with Steve Isaacs about esports in education. Steve is an educator with over 25 years experience. Leader in the area of Game Based Learning and teaching Game Design and Development. Steve is an edtech influencer and community builder as well as producer of Minefaire, a massive minecraft fan experience. We talked about the following:…Read more2019-02-2500 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 5: Episode 27 – Interview with Kathleen McClaskey on UDL [Podcast]In this episode, we are speaking with  Kathleen McClaskey about a recent article – The UDL Lens: Empower Teacher and Learners to Transform Education. Kathleen is also the co-author of the best sellers Make Learning Personal and How to Personalize Learning. Kathleen is founder of Make Learning Personal. She is an innovative leader, education technologist, international speaker, and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) consultant with…Read more2019-02-1500 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 5: Episode 26 – KnowledgeWorks Forecast 5.0 – Interview with Jason Swanson [Podcast]In this episode, we are speaking with Jason Swanson, Director of Strategic Foresight at KnowledgeWorks. In his role, he gets to explore the future of learning, helping stakeholders translate future insights into forward thinking visions for transforming education. In his work, Jason has explored how trends and developments such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, augmented and virtual reality might impact learning today…Read more2019-02-0800 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 5: Episode 25 – Trailblazers Magazine – Interview with Anya Smith-Roman and Abigail Emerson [Podcast]In this episode, we are speaking with Anya Smith-Roman and Abigail Emerson, founders of Trailblazers Magazine, a magazine driven and written by students about the education transformation movement. You may remember last season’s conversation with Anya and Abigail on the Innovations Diploma at Mount Vernon Presbyterian School. Anya is a 2017 graduate of the Innovation Diploma and currently a second-year…Read more2019-02-0200 minTLTalkRadioTLTalkRadioSeason 5: Episode 24 – Polyup and Computational Thinking – Interview with Shaya Zarkesh [Podcast]In this episode, we are speaking with  Shaya Zarkesh, co-founder and Chief Teenage Officer of the computational thinking playground, Polyup. Shaya is currently a freshman at University of Pennsylvania and the Wharton school majoring in business, mathematics, and computer science. He has a passion for STEM and has won numerous awards for mathematics and science research. Polyup is a free…Read more2019-01-2900 min