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The Minimalist Educator PodcastEpisode 052: Unlocking Equity in Education with Dr. Sheldon EakinsGet ready to unlock the secrets of creating equitable educational environments in our latest episode featuring Dr. Sheldon Eakins, the visionary behind the Leading Equity Center. Gain firsthand insight into Dr. Eakins' experiences as a Black educator navigating predominantly white spaces in Idaho. His compelling journey underscores the critical need for conducting thorough audits in schools to pinpoint areas requiring improvement, ultimately fostering more inclusive practices. You'll learn not just the 'why' but also the 'how' of implementing these audits to create a supportive learning atmosphere for all students.But that’s not all—join us as we d...2024-11-2626 min
Leading EquityLE 362: The Hidden Key to Student Success: Attachment Theory Revealed Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-11-2533 minLeading EquityLE 361: Student-Led Assessment: What Great Teachers Do Differently Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-11-1833 minLeading EquityLE 360: AI's Role in Leveling Education's Playing Field Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-11-1134 minLeading EquityLE 359: AI's Surprising Impact on Inclusive Education Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-11-0424 minLeading EquityLE 358: Debunking Executive Function Myths: What You Don't Know with Tara Bonner Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-10-2834 minLeading EquityLE 357: The Learning Disability Lie: What Schools Won't Tell You with Tara Bonner Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-10-2134 minLeading EquityLE 356: Why Neuroplasticity Could Overhaul Education with Tara Bonner Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-10-1440 minLeading EquityLE 355: Project-Based Learning Myths: What You Need to Know Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-10-0733 minLeading EquityLE 354: The Untapped Power of Place-Based Learning with Charity Marcella Moran Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-09-3030 minLeading EquityLE 353: You Won’t Believe What SEL Can Do for Schools - Insights From Lana Penley Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-09-2327 minLeading EquityLE 352: Parental Power and Teacher Unity: Strategies for Student Advocacy with Kwame Safo-Mensah Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-09-1636 minLeading EquityLE 351: American Classrooms Too Individualistic for Today's Diverse Students? Show notes information: Show notes Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-09-0934 minLeading EquityLE 350: Exploring Mathematical Language with Ben Orlin Show notes information: Show notes Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-09-0226 minLeading EquityLE 349: How To Build An Inclusive Classroom for Multilingual Learners with Kajal Patel Show notes information: Show notes Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-08-2627 minLeading EquityLE 348: Helping All Students Shine: Tips for Introverts and Extroverts with Dr. Hayley Watson Show notes information: Show notes Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-08-1933 minLeading EquityLE 347: Sly Civility: The Secret Weapon in Advocacy with Dr. Donna Nicol Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-06-0335 minLeading EquityLE 346: Uncomfortable Classroom Talks? Why They’re Vital! Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-05-1325 minLeading EquityLE 345: Soft Skills in STEM: Necessity or Luxury? Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-05-0630 minLeading EquityLE 344: Cultivating Talent: Why Free Music Programs Matter with Weston Sprott Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-04-2927 minLeading EquityLE 343: Stuck in Tradition? How to Challenge Harmful Norms Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-04-2231 minLeading EquityLE 342: Is Your School's "Inclusivity" Just Lip Service? Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-04-1520 minLeading EquityLE 341: How Storytelling Bridges Generations and Cultures in Education with Nawal Qarooni Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-04-0833 minLeading EquityLE 340: How to Teach Students 21st Century Skills Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-04-0130 minLeading EquityLE 339: Is ChatGPT in the Classroom the Enemy or Ally with Shawna Wells Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-03-2533 minLeading EquityLE 338: The Power of Yet: Empowering Students through Multiple Opportunities for Mastery with Dr. Kelly Davenport Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-03-1830 minLeading EquityLE 337: Teaching with Humanity: Prioritizing Self-Care in Education with Dr. Shamari Reid Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-03-1135 minLeading EquityLE 336: Culturally Affirming Leadership: Principles for Retaining Educators of Color Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-03-0427 minLeading EquityLE 335: Culturally Responsive Professional Development for Educators Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-02-2631 minLeading EquityLE 334: Rethinking Report Cards: A Deep Dive Into Progressive Assessment Methods with John Camp Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-02-1935 minLeading EquityLE 333: Believe to Achieve: How Social Learning Shapes Student Success Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-02-1229 minLeading EquityLE 332: Insights on Freedom Teaching and Cognitive Empowerment with Matthew Kincaid Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-02-0524 minLeading EquityLE 331: Cultivating Liberation and Success for Leaders of Color in Education with Mary Rice-Boothe, Ed.D. Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-01-2929 min
UnboundEd PodcastDismantling Bias and Rethinking Curriculum with Sheldon Eakins | EP 18In the education profession, equity work can get deeply deffered, or get really messy, really fast. This is because it can reveal so much about professional and personal beliefs that are consequential to our students receiving grade-level, engaging, affirming, and meaningful instruction. And these problematic perceptions can be emboldened by policies. I got a chance to talk with Sheldon Eakins to discuss his book Leading Equity: Becoming an Advocate for All Students. Join us as we discuss the the bold, graceful, and practical ways equity can be cultivated in schools.2024-01-2433 minLeading EquityLE 330: Practical Strategies for Engaging Underrepresented Families in Education with Ari Gerzon-Kessler Show notes information: Show notes Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-01-2237 minLeading EquityLE 329: Countering Tokenism: Strategies for Genuine Inclusion Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-01-1537 minLeading EquityLE 328: How to Unleash the Power of Teacher-Student Bonds Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-01-0836 minLeading EquityLE 327: The Influential Aspects of Attachment Theory on Acceptance and Sense of Belonging Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2024-01-0125 minLeading EquityLE 326: Affirming All Students: Key Elements of a Caring Educational System Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2023-12-2528 minLeading EquityLE 325: Strategies for Addressing Student Anger and Promoting Social Change in the Classroom with Lesley-Ann Noel, Ph.D. Show notes information: Show notes Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2023-12-1831 minLeading EquityLE 324: How to Optimize Your Content for Accessibility with Eunice Ofori, Ph.D. Show notes information: Show notes Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2023-12-1138 minLeading EquityLE 323: How to Engage the Brain for Effective Teaching and Learning with Shaun Woodly, Ph.D. Show notes information: Show notes Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2023-12-0436 minLeading EquityLE 322: Taking on Test Anxiety: Practical Strategies for Parents and Educators with Dr. Wallace Panlilio and Dr. Artyom Zinchenko Show notes information: Show notes Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2023-11-2728 minLeading EquityLE 321: From Safety to Self-Actualization: Understanding Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy in Education Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video on YouTube Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2023-11-2030 minLeading EquityLE 320: Dismantling Exclusionary Practices in Education Through Student-Centered Approaches Show notes information: Show notes Watch the video on YouTube Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2023-11-1329 minLeading EquityLE 319: The Leader’s Algorithm: Strategies for Inclusive Education with Pablo Muñoz Show notes information: Show notes Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2023-10-3028 minLeading EquityLE 318: Body and Mind in the Classroom: The Power of Somatic SEO for Teachers and Educators with Dahlia Quintanilla Show notes information: Show notes Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2023-10-2333 minLeading EquityLE 317: Intersectional Dialogue: Bridging the Gap in DEI Conversations with Krystal Hardy Allen Order the Leading Equity Book Today! Krystal Hardy Allen Entrepreneur and author Krystal Hardy Allen is taking her message of diversity, equity, and inclusion on the road. Next month, the CEO and founder of K. Allen Consulting will kick off her first national book tour for her book What Goes Unspoken: How School Leaders Address DEI Beyond Race. Drawing on her own experiences as a school teacher, principal, and current international educational consultant, Allen teaches and provides resources to education leaders and administrators on how to concretely center DEI within their practices and policies. “I want to help rea...2023-10-1632 minLeading EquityLE 316: Belonging Matters: Three Powerful Strategies for School Communities Order the Leading Equity Book Today! Show Highlights Impact of a sense of belonging on academic performance The formula (Acceptance, Inclusion, and Support) The importance of educators developing cultural competence Building positive relationships and its relation to SOB Benefits of creating a supportive and inclusive school community Connect with Sheldon IG: @sheldoneakins Fitness: @eakinsfitness Additional Resources Book Dr. Eakins Watch The Art of Advocacy Show Learn more about our Student Affinity Groups Free Course on Implicit Bias 20 Diversity Equity a...2023-10-0928 minLeading EquityLE 314: Exploring the Challenges of Representation and Inclusion in Education with Adán De La Paz Order the Leading Equity Book Today! Adán De La Paz Adán is the owner of De La Paz Education Services and provides customized support to individuals, institutions, and organizations seeking to advance their DEI efforts utilizing intercultural development. Recent investigations completed as a RISE Fellow, have allowed for creation of an exciting and unique approach to facilitate learning that effectively builds self-confidence related to DEI, fosters an environment of belonging and wellbeing, increases intrapersonal and interpersonal communication, strengthens cultural mediation and conflict resolution skills, and enhances inclusive leadership development. Show Highlights...2023-09-2527 minLeading EquityLE 312: Unveiling Privilege: A Journey of Self-Reflection and Growth in Education Click here to book Dr. Eakins for your next event. Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today.2023-09-1138 minLeading EquityLE 311: The Art of Storytelling: Amplifying the Voices of Educators for Equity in Education with Toutoule Ntoya, Ed.D. Show notes 30-Day Back-to-School Weightloss Challenge Click here to book Dr. Eakins for your next event. Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today.2023-08-1436 minLeading EquityLE 310: How to Implement MTSS and UDL for Equitable Student Success Show notes 30-Day Back-to-School Weightloss Challenge Click here to book Dr. Eakins for your next event. Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today.2023-08-0735 minLeading EquityLE 309: How to Use Accountability to Address Disparities in Education with Nadia Bennett Show notes Click here to book Dr. Eakins for your next event. Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today.2023-07-3138 minLeading EquityLE 308: Putting Students First: Questioning Assembly Line Instruction with Brandon White Show notes Click here to book Dr. Eakins for your next event. Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today.2023-07-2439 minLeading EquityLE 307: Unveiling Black Girl Magic: PhotoVoice as a Methodology for Self-Expression with Dr. Nyree Clark Show notes Click here to book Dr. Eakins for your next event. Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today.2023-07-1742 minLeading EquityLE 306: How to Harness Online Learning for Equity with Hayley Spira-Bauer Show notes Click here to book Dr. Eakins for your next event. Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today.2023-07-1032 minLeading EquityLE 305: Navigating Censorship: Understanding the Requirements of Restrictive Laws with Drs. Laura Beth Kelly and Aixa Marchand Show notes Click here to book Dr. Eakins for your next event. Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today.2023-07-0341 minLeading EquityLE 304: Unveiling the Key to Student-Centric School Boards with AJ Crabill Show notes Click here to book Dr. Eakins for your next event. Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today.2023-06-2644 minLeading EquityLE 303: From Streets to Sessions: The Remarkable Journey of a Gangster turned Psychologist with Dr. Sheldon A. Jacobs Show notes Click here to book Dr. Eakins for your next event. Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today.2023-06-1933 minLeading EquityLE 302: Normalizing Black Girlhood: Addressing Harmful Historical Stereotypes with Kristin Henning Show notes Click here to book Dr. Eakins for your next event. Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today.2023-06-1232 minLeading EquityLE 301: Innovative Approaches to Supporting Neurodiverse Students in Education and Work with Dr. Evisha Ford Show notes Click here to book Dr. Eakins for your next event. Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today.2023-06-0533 minLeading EquityLE 300: Reflecting on 300 Episodes: Unveiling Stories, Insights, and Milestones Show notes Click here to book Dr. Eakins for your next event. Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today.2023-05-2928 minLeading EquityLE 299: The Essentials to Leading Change with Dr. Lamont Repollet Show notes Click here to book Dr. Eakins for your next event. From Lesson Plans to Business Plans: Unlocking Your Potential and Building Your Brand Join me as I cover my three B's to becoming a consultant. Build Your Brand, Build Your Content, and Build Your Business. There will be a live chat and opportunities for Q and A. Three available times to register: June 9, 6:30 PM Eastern June 10, 2:00 PM Eastern June 12, 6:30 PM Eastern Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today.2023-05-2238 minLeading EquityLE 298: Belonging Beyond Performance: Navigating the Gray Area of Leadership Relationships with Danny Bauer Show notes Click here to book Dr. Eakins for your next event. Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today.2023-05-1537 minLeading EquityLE 297: The Ultimate Conversation Around LGBTQ+, Sex, Gender, and Sexuality with Dr. Jaime Hartless Show notes Click here to book Dr. Eakins for your next event. Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2023-05-011h 07Leading EquityLE 296: Finding Joy in Equity Work: Five Ways to Create a More Inclusive School with Dr. Rosa Perez-Isaiah Show notes Click here to book Dr. Eakins for your next event. Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2023-04-2457 minLeading EquityLE 295: Mind Matters: Achieving Equity in Mental Health with Dr. Olivia Ngadjui Show notes Click here to book Dr. Eakins for your next event. Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2023-04-1729 min
SEL in EDU029 - Leading Equity: Becoming an Advocate for all Students with Dr. Sheldon EakinsEpisode Highlights:Shifting our mindsets to focus on student advocacyExploring the three types of equity advocates and Acknowledging the privilege of a social network for support, guidance, and resourcesStrengthening classroom connections through tweaks in language, invitations to converse and participate, and student interestsEpisode Resources:Connect with Dr. Sheldon Eakins via Instagram, Twitter, and his Website2023-04-1543 minLeading EquityLE 294: Revitalizing the Arab Narrative for a Brighter Future with Dr. Sawsan Jaber and Abeer Ramadan-Shinnawi Show notes Click here to book Dr. Eakins for your next event. Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2023-04-1037 minLeading EquityLE 293: Don’t Throw Away Kids Who Present a Challenge with Dr. Shantel Crosby Show notes Click here to book Dr. Eakins for your next event. Follow me on IG: @sheldoneakins Interested in sponsoring? Contact sheldon@leadingequitycenter.com today2023-04-0334 minLeading EquityLE 292: Why Black Music Should Be in Every Classroom with Franklin WillisOrder the Leading Equity Book Today! Franklin Willis Franklin Willis is a trailblazer and catalyst for change in the music education space, as well as a rising leader within the music industry at large. Not only does he lead the way in culturally responsive teaching techniques, but also, in his new post as Community Impact Director at the CMA Foundation, paves the way for students to experience equitable access to opportunities in the music industry beyond the classroom. As a former elementary music instructional coach for Metro Nashville Public Schools, Willis offered invaluable insight into...2023-03-2736 minLeading EquityLE 291: How to Build a Self-Care Plan Within Your Classroom Norms with Chardé Hollins Chardé Hollins Chardé Hollins is an independently licensed clinical social worker with a proven record of Making Connections that Deliver Results. She is highly regarded for her ability to gain rapport and provide innovative strategies for cultural adaptations that support inclusivity for persons of color. Specializing in creating safe spaces for meaningful conversations, Chardé consults with organizations committed to increasing their cultural awareness and access to behavioral health services by naturally integrating emotional wellness supports and inclusive policies into their agencies culture, services, and mission. Through a strategic approach, Chardé has supported a variety of agencies in eval...2023-03-2043 minLeading EquityLE 290: 5 Ways to Leverage ChatGPT for Social Justice with Jennifer BrinkmeyerOrder the Leading Equity Book Today! Jennifer Brinkmeyer Jennifer Brinkmeyer teaches sheltered ELA for English Learners and 9th and 10th grade academic support. She is also the founder of Freed Reading, where her passion is building literacy supports that include all students. Show Highlights How to structure your prompts 5 ways to leverage ChatGPT for Social Justice Connect with Jennifer Instagram Extra Resource Additional Resources Book Dr. Eakins Watch The Art of Advocacy Show Learn more about our Student Affinity...2023-03-1636 minLeading EquityLE 289: Using Artificial Intelligence for Student Empowerment with Anashay WrightOrder the Leading Equity Book Today! Anashay Wright My name is Anashay Wright and I'm a Disruptor 4 Good! I'm a consultant, mother, and writer currently residing in Georgia- Decatur, Where It's Greater. As the CEO of Disruptive Partners Consulting and Disruptive Partners, I have spent over 20 years dedicated to disrupting institutional and systemic inequities and empowering students, families in my community. I am a speaker, lyricist, coach, and educator who believes in the power of bold, radical, and disruptive love. Writing is a huge part of my life, and I enjoy e...2023-03-1337 minLeading EquityLE 288: Social Emotional Learning for Multilingual Learners with Sarah SaidOrder the Leading Equity Book Today! Sarah Said Sarah Said is an educator who has served in various roles: Teacher, Assistant Principal, Dean, Curriculum Coordinator and Multilingual Coordinator. Sarah is an advocate for the students she serves and is a strong voice in education. She has been published in various publications such as Learning for Justice, EdWeek Teacher, The Teaching Channel and Edutopia. Show Highlights Integrating Yoga in the classroom SEL for multilingual learners Trauma informed practices SEL strategies Connect with Sarah Twitter 4 Ways to Reduce Smartphone Distr...2023-03-0632 minLeading EquityLE 287: 8 Equity Strategies You Can Use Today with Dr. Dionne McLaughlinOrder the Leading Equity Book Today! Dr. Dionne McLaughlin Dionne V. McLaughlin: Executive Director of Critical Reflections on Racial Equity Inc. (CRREI) and an Associate Professor at North Carolina Central University. She is a British-born Black Jamaican American educator who is an experienced bilingual principal. Recent publications: Book: Personalized Principal Leadership Practices: Eight Strategies for Leading Equitable, High Achieving Schools, Book Insights: How Expert Principals Make Difficult Decisions. Dr. McLaughlin has led workshops on culturally responsive teaching, leading equitable schools and making effective leadership decisions for teachers, principals/assistant principals. Presentations: MDA Conference, Indiana...2023-02-2736 minLeading EquityLE 286: When the Local Language is the Biggest Barrier for Students with Dr. A. Lin GoodwinOrder the Leading Equity Book Today! A. Lin Goodwin, Ph.D A. Lin Goodwin (葛文林) is the Thomas More Brennan Chair of Education at the Lynch School of Education and Human Development, Boston College. Prior to joining Boston College, she was Dean of the Faculty of Education at the University of Hong Kong (2017-2022) and Vice Dean at Teachers College, Columbia University (TCCU) in New York (2011-2017), where she was also held the Evenden Foundation Chair in Education. Professor Goodwin served as Vice President of the American Educational Research Association (AERA)—Division K: Teaching and Teacher Education...2023-02-2026 min
Lifelong Learning Defined Podcast for Self ImprovementTriple Threat: Balancing Parenting, Business, and Fitness with Dr. Sheldon EakinsI demystify optimal parenting, entrepreneurship, and fitness in this episode with Dr. Sheldon L. Eakins. Listen to me chat with this expert author and speaker to discover how anyone can excel in all three areas. Connect with Sheldon at the Leading Equity Center. 2023-02-0442 min
Human Restoration Project115: Equity, Systemic Change, and Performative Wokeness w/ Dr. Sheldon EakinsToday we’re joined by Dr. Sheldon Eakins. Dr. Eakins is an educator who has taught in elementary, middle, and high school settings, as well as an administrator. Currently, he is the Director of Special Education at a school in Idaho. In 2018, Dr. Eakins founded the Leading Equity Center, a professional development service, podcast, and resource hub for spreading cultural awareness, promoting equitable practice, and inspiring change to disrupt inequities in schools.Each week, Dr. Eakins hosts a livestream and podcast that tackles a disruptive concept, from recruiting diverse applicant pools, to examining critical childhood studies, to...2022-07-1647 min
Rethinking Learning PodcastEpisode #133: Discovering Your Journey to Advocacy with Dr. Sheldon EakinsDr. Sheldon Eakins. is the Founder of the Leading Equity Center and host of the Leading Equity Podcast. He is also the author of Leading Equity: Becoming an Advocate for All Students. With over 11 years in education, he has served as a teacher, principal, and Director of Special Education. Dr. Eakins has a passion for helping educators accomplish equitable practices in their schools. Sheldon shared his story with me about his passion for helping educators accomplish equitable practices in their schools. Listen and enjoy the podcast and make sure you read the post below that Sheldon added about h...2022-06-1650 min
Rethinking Learning PodcastEpisode #133: Discovering Your Journey to Advocacy with Dr. Sheldon EakinsDr. Sheldon Eakins. is the Founder of the Leading Equity Center and host of the Leading Equity Podcast. He is also the author of Leading Equity: Becoming an Advocate for All Students.
The post Episode #133: Discovering Your Journey to Advocacy with Dr. Sheldon Eakins first appeared on Rethinking Learning.2022-06-1650 min
Your Working LifeYour Working Life with Sheldon EakinsSheldon Eakins talks about how educators can learn to be more equitable and promoting diversity in the classroom.2022-06-1322 min
Leader of LearningAdopting an Advocacy Mentality with Dr. Sheldon EakinsIn episode 136 of the Leader of Learning Podcast, Dr. Dan Kreiness (@dr_kreiness) interviews Dr. Sheldon Eakins (@sheldoneakins), founder of the Leading Equity Center, host of the Leading Equity Podcast and author of the upcoming book “Leading Equity: Becoming an Advocate for All Students.” In the episode, Dr. Eakins discusses current trends and important information related to social justice in education and how educators can be better advocates for students and provides advice for all stakeholders to help accomplish more equitable practices in their schools and communities.Full show notes and more information about this episode can be foun...2022-05-3038 min
After The Bell with Create-AbilitiesEquity in Education with Dr. Sheldon EakinsDr. Sheldon Eakins joins me as we talk about equity in education. We talk about why equity is more than an educational buzzword and things we can start doing right now to meet the individual needs of every student in our classroom. SHELDON'S WEBSITE: https://www.leadingequitycenter.com/ BECOME A PATRON, FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL, AND MORE: https://create-abilities.com/afterthebell/2022-03-1443 min
Teaching STEM #4Real1. “I’m Ready to Quit!” Teachers and Mental Health with Dr. Sheldon EakinsWelcome to the very first episode of Teaching STEM #4Real! Today, we are honored to have Dr. Sheldon Eakins on the podcast. Dr. Eakins serves as the founder of the Leading Equity Center and is the host of the Leading Equity podcast. With over 11 years in education, he has worked as a teacher, principal, and director of special education. In fact, he is not just an ally, he is an advocate for equity and anti-racism. Dr. Eakins is passionate about helping educators accomplish equitable practices in their schools through his administrative coaching, facilitation, and courses on anti-racism.
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TeacherGoals PodcastTeacherGoal #4: Meet the Needs of All Students with an Equity Mindset with Dr. Sheldon EakinsThere might be some teachers believing they really understand what equity means; however, they rarely consider ways of including it within their lessons. Don’t worry about it anymore, this week’s guest will share tools and resources in order to start this equity journey within your classrooms. I’m so excited to have Dr. Sheldon Eakins in the show. He is the Founder of the Leading Equity Center and host of the Leading Equity Podcast. With over 11 years in education, he has served as a teacher, principal, and Director of Special Education demonstrating a passi...2022-02-1736 min
Healing Centered ConversationsEpisode 13: Leading Equity with Dr. Sheldon Eakins, Ph.D.Learn more about the Healing Centered Conversations PodcastAbout Sheldon Eakins, Ph.D.Sheldon L. Eakins, Ph.D. is the Founder of the Leading Equity Center and host of the Leading Equity Podcast. With over 11 years in education, he has served as a teacher, principal, and Director of Special Education. Dr. Eakins has a passion for helping educators accomplish equitable practices in their schools. He has earned a B.S. degree in Social Science Education, an M.S. degree in Educational Leadership, and a Ph.D. in K-12 Education. ...2022-01-1737 min
Ignite EdTech PodcastSeptember 3 2021 - Episode 62 - Sheldon EakinsSeptember 3 2021 - Episode 62The Ignite EdTech Podcast with @mrkempnz1. Introduction2. Question for you - How are you educating your parent community?3. EdTech Tool of the Week - Goosechase4. EdTech Tip of the Week - Parental Engagement with EdTech in your School5. Interview with Sheldon Eakins6. Win this weeks prizes (an all access seat at EduSpark.World) by going to ...2021-09-0220 min
#SmallBitesSmallBites Lagniappe: Critical Race Theory-The Conversation, with Sheldon Eakins (Pt. 2)What happens when 2 educators get news of a post describing 21 JEDI (justice, equity, diversity and inclusion) terms as Critical Race Theory terms being used to indoctrinate students in K-12 classrooms?
In part 2 of this podcast, Dr. Sheldon Eakins of the Leading Equity Center helps explain the tenuous, almost mythical connection between culturally responsive teaching (CRT) and critical race theory (CRT). Spoiler alert: Only the initialism is the same.
Once again (for the people in the back), critical race theory is:
"a framework that offers researchers, practitioners, and policy-makers a race-conscious approach to understanding...2021-07-2625 min#SmallBitesSmallBites Lagniappe: Critical Race Theory-The Conversation, with Sheldon Eakins (Pt. 1)What happens when 2 educators get news of a post describing 21 JEDI (justice, equity, diversity and inclusion) terms as Critical Race Theory terms being used to indoctrinate students in K-12 classrooms?
In this podcast, Dr. Sheldon Eakins of the Leading Equity Center helps explain the tenuous, almost mythical connection between culturally responsive teaching (CRT) and critical race theory (CRT). Spoiler alert: Only the initialism is the same.
Once again (for the people in the back), critical race theory is:
"a framework that offers researchers, practitioners, and policy-makers a race-conscious approach to understanding educational inequality a...2021-07-1925 min
Teach Better TalkBONUS - How To Be An Equity Advocate - With Katelynn Giordano, Hedreich Nichols, and Dr. Sheldon Eakins (12 Hour Live Event)In this bonus episodes we shared the audio from the recent 12 Hour Live Event the entire Teach Better Team had earlier in April. In this specific episode, Katelynn Giordano, Hedreich Nichols, and Dr. Sheldon Eakins discuss how to become an equity advocate within your school and community.
We really hope you enjoy this bonus episode and as always, you can head on over to www.teachbetterteam.com or follow us on social media for more!
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Time for Teachership28. Being Willing to Put Our Jobs On the Line with Dr. Sheldon EakinsRight now, the need for equity training at schools is getting higher, not lower. It’s apparent that teachers still haven’t built the capacity or habit of doing the work on their own. According to today's guest, Dr. Eakins, the goal is for school members to get all the tools they need to take charge of their own social justice efforts. Tune in to hear us talk about what equity training really involves and why teachers shouldn't assume they don't need it. Want more? Follow me on Instagram: @lindsaybethlyons Liked this episode? Rate, review, and...2021-05-0437 min
Making Math Moments That MatterLeading Equity - An Interview with Sheldon EakinsToday we speak with Sheldon Eakins from The Leading Equity Center blog and podcast. Sheldon L. Eakins, Ph.D. is an accomplished K-12 educator and administrator. He has taught at the elementary, middle, and high school levels during his career in the states of Florida, Louisiana and in St. Croix, US Virgin Islands. We speak with Sheldon today about how to be a culturally responsive educator, how to avoid giving all of your students a red pair of size 8 high heels; and why discipline needs to be reshaped! You’ll Lear...2021-03-2252 min
EduMagic: Future Teacher PodcastHaving brave conversations about race featuring Sheldon Eakins E72Hello EduMagicians, Welcome back to another episode of the EduMagic podcast. Today we are going to be having a serious conversation about how to have brave conversations about race and ethnicity featuring Dr. Sheldon Eakins. Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/having-brave-conversations-about-race-featuring-sheldon-eakins2020-07-1452 min
TG2Chat LIVE!Episode 21 - Leading Equity with Dr. Sheldon EakinsSheldon L. Eakins, Ph.D. is the founder of the Leading Equity Center and host of the Leading Equity Podcast. With over 11 years in education, he has served as a teacher, principal, and Director of Special Education. Dr. Eakins has a passion for helping educators accomplish equitable practices in their schools. You can follow him on Twitter at @sheldoneakins.
Topics include:
What is equity and how we make sure it maintains that urgency and doesn’t become another buzzword or checklist
What elements of equity have been most endangered under COVID-19
How to ex...2020-06-1239 minTeach Better Talk103: Through A Culturally Diverse Lens. - Sheldon Eakins chats with us about learning as much as we can about our students' cultures, and how to address issues of equity. Director of Special Education, and Director of the Leading Equity Center, Sheldon Eakins, chats with us about about learning as much as we can about our students' cultures, and how to address issues of equity. Sheldon talks about what we might be missing culturally, the power of sharing your own culture with students, and why we need to make sure we're actually taking action on things we say. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/sheldoneakins
Episode Highlights
1:56 - A good starting point for exploring equity in your classroom.
6:37 - Previewing the episode with Sheldon Eakins.
Go subs...2019-09-1638 min