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The Out of the Trenches PodcastEpisode # 365: Starr SacksteinStarr Sackstein is a recovering perfectionist who is an assessment reforming enthusiast. Starr just started her role as Massachusetts State Coordinator for Educators Rising and is the COO of Mastery Portfolio, an Edtech Startup committed to helping schools move to Standard-Based communication. Additionally, she works with teacher teams to engage students in the learning process, advocate for personal growth, and effectively use student data to drive instruction. She was a high school English and journalism teacher for 16 years, a lead Humanities learner for 2 years, a publisher and developmental editor, and social media manager. Starr is an author, blogger, and...
2025-07-3036 min
FocusEDEpisode 19: Assessing with Respect with Starr SacksteinThis is Episode 19 of FocusED, and it features guest, Starr Sackstein. It was originally recorded live for a studio audience in Delaware, provided as a professional development experience for Delaware teachers and leaders. Don’t miss what Starr has to say about grading, assessments, changing practices in schools, and much more. _______________________________________ Starr Sackstein Brings Tons of Experience to FocusED ListenersStarr Sackstein was a Teacher Center teacher and ELA teacher at Long Island City High School in New York. She also spent nine years at World Journalism Preparatory School in Flushing, New York, as...
2025-06-0638 min
FocusEDEpisode 3: Going Gradeless as a Teacher and School Leader with Starr SacksteinEpisode 3 of FocusED, and it features guest, Starr Sackstein. It was originally recorded live for a studio audience in Delaware, and you can’t miss Starr's personal story about going gradeless along with everything else she says about leading in schools. If you hang long enough after the outro, you'll get even more from the Q/A she did with our audience. We can't wait to hear from you.---------------------------------------------------------Thanks for listening to FocusED, an educational leadership podcast brought to you by TheSchoolHouse302 @ theschoolhouse302.com.FocusED is your educational leadership podcast where ou...
2025-06-0539 min
Modern Classrooms Project PodcastEpisode 240: Hacking AssessmentsTR is joined by Starr Sackstein to talk about how teachers can authentically innovate and disrupt in the realm of assessment.
Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog.
Show Notes
Starr Sackstein
Starr's book, Hacking Assessment
Starr and Alexandra Laing's new book, Solving School Challenges: The Everything Guide to Transformative Change
Starr's TED Talk
Starr's podcast, Learner Centered Spaces
Connect with Starr on LinkedIn
Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week
Calling all school and...
2025-05-2544 min
Angela Watson's Truth for TeachersEP323 Teacher leadership: growing your impact in–or beyond–the classroom (with Starr Sackstein)Are you considering stepping into a leadership role in education but feeling unsure of where to start? In this episode, I sit down with Starr Sackstein, an experienced educator, consultant, and author, to talk about the journey from teacher to leader. Starr shares her personal story of leaving the classroom, the challenges she faced in leadership, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. We dive into practical steps for preparing yourself for leadership, how to balance progressive ideas with system demands, and the importance of staying connected to the heart of teaching—your students. Starr offe...
2025-03-2040 min
Life’s Next Lesson Plan PodcastImpact Beyond the Classroom: A Career-Transition and Educational Reform Chat with Starr SacksteinIn this episode of Life’s Next Lesson Plan, host Rachel engages in a compelling conversation with Starr Sackstein, an educational consultant, TED speaker, and author renowned for her innovative approaches to assessment and student empowerment. Starr shares her journey from classroom teacher to educational leader, offering insights into transforming traditional education models.Guest Introduction:Starr SacksteinMassachusetts State Coordinator for Educators RisingChief Operating Officer at Mastery PortfolioTED Speaker and Author of 16 booksFormer High School English and Journalism TeacherKey Discussion Points:Memorable Teaching Experiences:Starr reflects on granting her journalism students autonomy in assignments an...
2025-03-1738 min
UnboundEd PodcastStudents Owning the Learning With Starr Sackstein | EP 26To what degree can students manage their own assessment process? The culture of our classrooms can reflect a fear of finding nuanced answers to this question. Fortunately, I got to talk with Starr Sackstein about her book, Student-Led Assessment: Promoting Agency and Achievement Through Portfolios and Conferences. Join us as we discuss what it means for students to truly own their development and the mindset and heartset required from teachers to make it happen. This is The LP.
2025-03-0727 min
The Pixel Classroom PodcastBook Review of Making Impact outside the classroomI review the book, Making Impact outside the classroom by Starr Sackstein. In her book, Starr Sackstein begins by helping you decide whether you want to move into another position or leave altogether. She then shows you how to seek opportunities, take risks, network, and prepare for interviews. Next, she presents a wide variety of career pathways for educators, including school and district-based options, consulting work, EdTech opportunities, publishing jobs, higher education, and more!
2025-01-1909 min
There's Power in Teaching6: PDK Distinguished Educator Fellow Interview - Starr SacksteinPDK International this past summer recognized both emerging leaders and distinguished educators at its 2024 Educators Rising National Conference in Washington, DC. Each inductee was asked to produce a podcast episode to share student perspectives on their educational experience. In this episode, we hear from Angela, a high school student from New Mexico, about her experiences and her thoughts on becoming an educator. This interview was conducted by Starr Sackstein.
Starr Sackstein is the Chief Operating Officer and partner of Mastery Portfolio, LLC. Her transformative work in developing alternative assessments and non-traditional grading practices has created more authentic...
2025-01-1018 min
Teach Better TalkHow does self awareness lead to your career joy? Join the conversation with Starr Sackstein.How does self awareness lead to your career joy? Join the conversation with Starr Sackstein.
Teach Better Talk PodcastThe ultimate must-listen for every teacher and educational leader, Teach Better Talk dives into the key questions that drive education today.Weekly interviews with experts from around the world, sharing cutting-edge science, groundbreaking research, and practical tools to help you master the art of teaching, efficiently manage a school, and reach every learner in your community.Catch the official podcast of the Teach Better Podcast Network every Tuesday through Thursday for fresh...
2024-10-2337 min
The 8-to-4 TeacherRethinking Grading: Strategies for Meaningful Assessment and Reduced Teacher Burnout with Starr SacksteinDo you get frustrated with grading? Does the complexity of grades overwhelm you? Join me in this podcast episode with guest Starr Sackstein as we explore grading reform. Here are the three main takeaways from our conversation:Understanding grading reform and its comprehensive natureFocusing on meaningful feedback and fostering student self-advocacyStrategies to reduce your grading workload while maintaining effectivenessGet Starr's book: Student Led Assessment Overwhelmed by your workload as a teacher, get The Teacher Workload Reboot HERE and Work Less, Teach Better.Click HERE for my Free Teacher Burnout Assessment....
2024-10-1723 min
Aspire to Lead309. Making an Impact Outside of the Classroom: Featuring Starr SacksteinTired of the traditional classroom setting but still passionate about education? Join us as we chat with bestselling author Starr Sackstein about her new book, "Making an Impact Outside of the Classroom." Discover a world of alternative career paths that leverage your teaching skills, hard work, creativity, and experience. From school administration to EdTech startups, Starr shares insights on how to transition seamlessly and continue making a meaningful impact in education. Don't miss this inspiring episode!
About Starr Sackstein:
Starr Sackstein is an accomplished educator, author, and advocate, dedicated to transforming education through innovative practices. With a background in secondary...
2024-10-1231 minThe 8-to-4 TeacherRekindling Passion in Education: Overcoming Burnout with Starr SacksteinAre you feeling bored or unsure about your next steps as a teacher? Do you sense a need for a change in your career? In this episode, guest Starr Sackstein shares her journey from teaching to leadership roles in education. We explore career transitions and discuss the causes of burnout.In this episode we cover:Career progression and rekindling passion in your jobTransitioning into school administrationMajor causes of teacher burnout and strategies to overcome itStarr Sackstein's WebsiteGet Starr's Book: Making an Impact Outside the Classroom
2024-10-1019 min
Teachers in Transition: Career Change and Real Talk for Burned-Out TeachersTeachers in Transition – Episode 214: A Chat with Starr Sackstein and Making an Impact Outside the ClassroomSend us a textIn this episode, Vanessa sits down with author, Starr Sackstein to talk about her new book, “Making an Impact Outside the Classroom” which is a book that explores when teachers may have lost their joy in the classroom and who might want to look at different options. Vanessa shares a little hack to help you up that book count! Links: Starr’s TED Talk and YouTube channelHer new book, Making an Impact Outside of Education in Kindle and Paperback!Find Amazon Links to the rest...
2024-08-1826 min
The Dr. Will Show PodcastStarr Sackstein (@mssackstein) Author Talks: Making An Impact Outside the ClassroomBefore I get into who Starr Sackstein is, I want to introduce you to a life-changing course from Dr. Akilah Willery.The Midlife Educator's Job Search Blueprint is your personalized roadmap to navigating career transitions confidently. Whether you're seeking a leadership role in K12 education or exploring new paths beyond the classroom, this beginner-friendly, 6-module support program equips you with the actionable steps you need to shine.You can learn more about the course here: https://upskillservices.mykajabi.com/a/2147852369/pCgXU4WdMeet StarrStarr Sackstein is a dynamic and visionary ed...
2024-07-151h 10
#EduCrush112 - Changing Ourselves, Our Assessment Practice & Our Careers (w Starr Sackstein)Though Starr is considered a leading voice in innovative assessment and grading practices, it didn’t start out that way. Once upon a time, she was a teacher in her classroom on the precipice of making a terrifying change. In this episode, Nat talks with Starr about how her personal growth journey triggered a change in her practices and eventually a major pivot in her career. Learn how Starr learned to let go of control and empower students so you can do the same. Show Notes: How doing personal, inner work sparks an openness to change and learning, like it di...
2024-06-0356 min
#EduCrushChanging Ourselves, Our Assessment Practice & Our Careers (w Starr Sackstein)Though Starr is considered a leading voice in innovative assessment and grading practices, it didn’t start out that way. Once upon a time, she was a teacher in her classroom on the precipice of making a terrifying change. In this episode, Nat talks with Starr about how her personal growth journey triggered a change in her practices and eventually a major pivot in her career. Learn how Starr learned to let go of control and empower students so you can do the same. Show Notes: How doing personal, inner work sparks an openness to change an...
2024-06-0356 min
Teachers on FireHow to BUILD STUDENT AGENCY: A Conversation with STARR SACKSTEIN🔥 How can student-led conferences and portfolios transform learning and instruction? 🔥 What does meaningful feedback look like? 🔥 How can assessment practices empower our students? Join me in conversation with assessment author and speaker STARR SACKSTEIN as we dig into these and other important questions. ABOUT THIS GUEST: Starr Sackstein is a recovering perfectionist and now an assessment reforming enthusiast. Currently, she is the COO of Mastery Portfolio, LLC, an edtech start-up committed to helping schools move to standard-based communication. She also works with teacher teams to engage students in the learning process, advocate for personal growth, and effectively use student data to drive...
2024-03-2433 min
NHASCD Spotlight: A PodcastStarr Sackstein: Pioneering Progressive EducationIn this far-reaching discussion, Starr reveals why she is one of our field’s most progressive educators. For over 20 years, she has researched and written on topics such as blogging, assessment, peer feedback, social/emotional needs, and leadership. Her primary goal is to “change the world one mind at a time.”
ABOUT
Starr Sackstein’s book Hacking Assessment began a worldwide discussion on assessing students appropriately and questioned our traditional grading system. In 2012, Education Update named her an outstanding educator, and she achieved National Board Certification that year. Starr is a speaker, author, social media ex...
2024-03-1529 min
The Innovator's Mindset PodcastBeing True to Our Feelings - February 2024 Highlights from the #InnovatorsMindset #PodcastGeorge Couros welcomes everyone to the highlights for February 2024! Couros begins with a reflection on how his year is going so far and shares some struggles he has had so far this year. During this reflection, Couros shares a message about why it is important to not fake how we feel. Be sure to check out these highlight videos for some great ideas from this month's guests!
Description & Time Codes:
0:00 Intro with George Couros
4:03 Intro Music
4:11 Starr Sackstein
8:31 Amy Gonzales
12:28 Dr. Keith Simmons
17:19 Holli Elliott
19:32 Closing
Starr Sackstein: Promoting Agency and Achievement Through Portfolios and Conferences
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2024-03-0419 min
Coaching the Whole Educator#75: Hacking the Hierarchy: Amplifying Teacher VoiceSend us a text***Watch the full, unedited YouTube version here.***This podcast episode champions empowering teachers and fostering collaborative teams without forced compliance. Starr Sackstein, an educational expert, emphasizes the importance of amplifying teacher voice, arguing that their expertise is crucial for effective learning. She criticizes compliance cultures in schools that stifle teachers and shares about using Appreciative Inquiry as a solution. Building functional teacher teams requires valuing relationships, shared goal-setting, and aligning clear definitions of "good teaching" within the school community. Leaders are given tips on how...
2024-02-1822 min
Cognia Leader ChatEpisode 76: Finding Your Way as a First-Time Leader Without Losing Your Mind with Starr SacksteinWe were drawn to Starr's book, 'From Teacher to Leader: Finding Your Way as a First-Time Leader Without Losing Your Mind'. This challenging transition, described in even the title, is more relevant today than it ever has been. Starr Sackstein offers her very honest and pragmatic reflections and advice in this engaging conversation.
2024-02-1446 minThe Innovator's Mindset PodcastStarr Sackstein: Promoting Agency & Achievement Through Portfolios & ConferencesStarr Sackstein joins a very special episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast: Three Questions on Educators that Inspire! In this episode, Sackstein and Couros have a powerful conversation about portfolios and conferences. In her new book, Sackstein shares strategies and ideas for promoting student agency through portfolios and conferences. Check out this episode for some great takeaways from the book, Student-Led Assessment: Promoting Agency and Achievement Through Portfolios and Conferences!
Quotes:
“(Portfolios) showed their body of learning in a way a single exam cannot.” - Starr Sackstein
“What makes learning experiences innovative and thoughtful?” - Starr Sackstein
Links:
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2024-02-0124 minThe Pixel Classroom PodcastThe Pixel Classroom Episode 168 with special guest, Starr SacksteinI am joined for episode 168 with special guest star, Starr Sackstein. Starr Sackstein is an accomplished educator, author, and advocate, dedicated to transforming education through innovative practices. With a background in secondary education, she has championed student-centered learning, assessment reform, and technology integration. As an author of several influential books, including "Hacking Assessment," Starr empowers educators globally with practical strategies for creating learner-driven classrooms. Her insights, shared through speaking engagements, workshops, and online platforms, inspire educators to reimagine traditional teaching paradigms. Starr's commitment to fostering critical thinking, growth, and equity underscores her role as a thought leader shaping the...
2024-01-2847 min
The Growth Over Grades PodcastS2 Episode 7 | Growth Over Grades: Starr Sackstein "Student-Led Assessment Through Portfolios & Conferences"In episode 7 of the Growth Over Grades podcast by SpacesEDU, we spoke with Starr Sackstein, Chief Operating Officer at Mastery Portfolio, LLC, Author, Speaker, Educator, and Assessment Reformer. Starr has written numerous books and articles about ways to help students and teachers learn or teach in a more natural way that respects the agency of both. She is an expert in the field of assessment and is always learning, growing, and helping all of us to learn and grow as well.In this episode, Starr shares about the importance of relationships, how to foster student...
2023-12-1152 min
Evolving with GratitudeEpisode 82 - Promoting Agency and Achievement with Guest Starr SacksteinIt’s an enthralling convo with Starr Sackstein, where we unravel the transformative power of innovative education and learner empowerment. We explore her new book, "Student-Led Assessment," discussing how empowering students in their learning journey can transform the classroom. Starr's insights on gratitude, the power of acknowledgment, and striking a balance between hard work and personal fulfillment are not only enlightening but also incredibly inspiring. Whether you're an educator, a parent, or just someone passionate about personal growth, this conversation offers a treasure trove of wisdom! 🌟📚💡
Transcript available at LainieRowell.com.
About Our Guest:
2023-11-2832 min
Have a Life TeachingHow to Make Assessment Engaging (Starr Sackstein)Yes, summative assessmemt at the end of each unit/year is important. However, formative assessment that measures student growth during the year so that teachers can pivot/target instruction to meet the needs of specific students is just as important. Join Starr and I as we discuss not only formative assessment techniques but also alternative and authentic assessment that motivates students to learn (project based learning as well as student portfolio assessment).
https://www.ascd.org/people/starr-sackstein
https://www.mssackstein.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/starrsackstein
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2023-09-2627 min
The Learner-Centered Collaborative PodcastEpisode 11: Changing the World One Mind at a TimeStarr Sackstein joins Katies Martin in the season 2 premier of the Learner Centered Collaborative Podcast as they discuss empowering learners to advocate for themselves, helping learners to own their learning process, and what effective assessment looks like in a learner-centered environment.
Starr is an experienced educator, consultant, coach, and speaker with over 20 years of experience. She received National Board Certification in 2012 and is a certified Master journalism educator through the Journalism Education Association (JEA). Starr is the author of several educational books and has given a TEDx talk about grading practices. She blogs on Education Week Teacher...
2023-03-141h 04
C3 Connecting, Coaches, CognitionStarr Sackstein: From Teacher to LeaderStarr Sackstein has been an educator for 20 years and is currently a full-time educational consultant, instructional coach, and speaker. Starr received National Board Certification in 2012 and was recognized as an outstanding educator that year by Education Update. Association and served as the New York State Director for JEA. She was named an ASCD "Emerging Leader" class of 2016 and had the opportunity to give a TEDx Talk called "A Recovering Perfectionist's Journey to Give Up Grades" and has spoken on The Red Dot Cafe in affiliation with TEDx San Antonio about grading practices.
She is the a...
2023-03-0232 min
Adventures in Being GiftedWhat Happens if We Got Rid of Grades with Starr SacksteinWe talk with Starr Sackstein, arguably the world's leading authority on the no-grades classroom. She is a longtime teacher and author of six education books, including the bestselling Hacking Assessment and Hacking Homework. It's a conversation you don't want to miss!
2023-02-0840 min
Leading Out The WoodsHacking AssessmentEpisode #75 is up! Check it out!!!Special Guest Starr Sackstein, Chief Operating Officer of Mastery Portfolio, joins Matt to discuss how traditional grading practices overlook many learners, and ways educators can shift towards an asset-based model for all students to thrive academically. Connect with Starr on Twitter @mssackstein and via her website www.mssackstein.com
2022-12-3052 min
Overthrowing EducationStarr Sackstein & Connie Hamilton: Disrupting the Homework HabitToday, I’m continuing a hot topic in education right now -homework. My guests in this episode are incredible educators Starr Sackstein and Connie Hamilton who co-authored the excellent book, Hacking Homework. We have a great conversation that explores homework issues including giving practical ideas for how to do it right, if you have to do it all. And we also have a lot of fun! When I asked parents and teachers on Twitter, “How do you feel about homework?” I received almost 500 answers, along with a healthy discussion. And while people had a variety of passionate opinio...
2022-11-2858 minOverthrowing EducationStarr Sackstein & Connie Hamilton: Disrupting the Homework HabitToday, I’m continuing a hot topic in education right now -homework. My guests in this episode are incredible educators Starr Sackstein and Connie Hamilton who co-authored the excellent book, Hacking Homework. We have a great conversation that explores homework issues including giving practical ideas for how to do it right, if you have to do it all. And we also have a lot of fun! When I asked parents and teachers on Twitter, “How do you feel about homework?” I received almost 500 answers, along with a healthy discussion. And while people had a variety of passionate opinio...
2022-11-2858 min
The Counter Narrative: Changing the Way We Talk (and think) About EducationEpisode 125: Interview with Starr SacksteinIn this episode, I chat with Starr Sackstein, a recovering perfectionist who is an assessment reforming enthusiast. Currently, she is the COO of Mastery Portfolio, an Edtech Startup committed to helping schools move to Standard-Based communication. Additionally, she works with teacher teams to engage students in the learning process, advocate for personal growth, and effectively use student data to drive instruction. Starr was a high school English and journalism teacher for 16 years, a lead Humanities learner for 2 years, a publisher and developmental editor, and social media manager. She is an author, blogger, and speaker committed to changing the way w...
2022-10-1448 min
The Pixel Classroom PodcastHacking Assessment: 10 Ways to Go Gradeless in a Traditional Grades School Vol. 2 Book ReviewIn episode 120 I review Hacking Assessments Vol. 2. In Hacking Assessment: 10 Ways to Go Gradeless in a Traditional Grades School, award-winning teacher and world-renowned formative assessment expert Starr Sackstein unravels one of education's oldest mysteries: how to assess learning without grades -- even in a school that uses numbers, letters, GPAs, and report cards. I review my favorite chapters and how this book can really aid you in the new school year.
You can visit Starr's Website here.
2022-09-0514 min
Overthrowing EducationStarr Sackstein: Going Gradeless & Creative, Authentic AssessmentsMy guest is Starr Sackstein, who is returning for a third time! We are both extremely passionate about going gradeless and its very important companion - creative and authentic assessments. Our conversation is all about practicality. I have lots of episodes about going gradeless – all good, check them out, one of them also features Starr. Some focus on the philosophy behind going gradeless and some that are more like “how-to” do it? This discussion is more in the latter category. But we add that extra important piece mentioned above, creative and authentic assessments. It’s really hard to give feedback...
2022-08-2248 minOverthrowing EducationStarr Sackstein: Going Gradeless & Creative, Authentic AssessmentsMy guest is Starr Sackstein, who is returning for a third time! We are both extremely passionate about going gradeless and its very important companion - creative and authentic assessments. Our conversation is all about practicality. I have lots of episodes about going gradeless – all good, check them out, one of them also features Starr. Some focus on the philosophy behind going gradeless and some that are more like “how-to” do it? This discussion is more in the latter category. But we add that extra important piece mentioned above, creative and authentic assessments. It’s really hard to give feedback...
2022-08-2248 min
Tea for TeachingHacking AssessmentTraditional grading systems often encourage students to focus on achieving higher grades rather than on their learning. In this episode, Starr Sackstein joins us to discuss how classes can be redesigned to improve student engagement and learning. Starr has been an educator for 20 years and is currently the COO of Mastery Portfolio, an educational consultant, and instructional coach and speaker. She is the author of more than 10 books on education, including the best-selling Hacking Assessment: 10 ways to go gradeless in a traditional grades school, which has just been released in a new edition.
A transcript of this e...
2022-08-1731 min
Aspire to LeadBonus Episode: Hacking Assessment Featuring Starr SacksteinIn this bonus episode, Starr Sackstein shares her exciting announcement about Hacking Assessment and we discuss how to shift the “Grades Mindset”, change your grading system, and improve the feedback process.
In this episode, we discuss:
A No-Grade Classroom
Rebranding Assignments as learning experiences
Project based learning - Teaching the Reflection Process
Ditching the Traditional Gradebook
And her new edition, Hacking Assessment: 10 Ways to Go Gradeless in a Traditional Grades School
About Starr Sackstein:
Starr Sackstein is a recovering perfectionist who is an assessment reforming enthusiast. Currently, she works with...
2022-08-0221 minSTARR SACKSTEIN ON HER NEW BOOK "HACKING ASSESSMENT"...VOLUME 2STARR SACKSTEIN ON HER NEW BOOK "HACKING ASSESSMENT"...VOLUME 2....A favorite guest, the COO of Mastery Portfolio, an Ed tech Startup, K12 Education Twitter star ( no pun intended) , Student Engagement Consultant and author of Hacking Assessment returns with Volume 2.
Visit ace-ed.org, SELtoday.org and teacher-retention.com to see all our work PLUS We're excited to be working on the inaugural Excellence in Equity Awards, which will help us spotlight and celebrate high-impact work across K-12 education.Head to ace-ed.org/awards to find all the information and nominate before June 30! Email awards@ace-ed.org with questions.
We’re thrille...
2022-05-1036 min
The Innovator's Mindset PodcastThe Importance of Relationships - 2021 Highlights from The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast (Part 4 of 4)A Convo with Clement Townsend - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mHa998cHgfU
How does knowing more about video and editing help learners develop skills that are meaningful to them? Clement Townsend explains how skills like creating videos and presenting are changing the way that we teach basic skills in a more relevant and relatable way.
The Science of Positive Pushback - A Convo with Mike Mohammad - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cWDIL3xCGCU
“Everything that I share has little remnants of conversations over time that have made me better.” -George Couros
Hear how George Couros and Mike...
2022-01-0229 min
FocusED: An educational leadership podcast that uncovers what is working in our schools.Assessing with Respect with Guest Starr SacksteinThis is Season 2, Episode 10 of FocusED, and it features guest, Starr Sackstein. It was originally recorded live for a studio audience in Delaware, provided as a professional development experience for Delaware teachers and leaders. Don’t miss what Starr has to say about grading, assessments, changing practices in schools, and much more.
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Starr Sackstein Brings Tons of Experience to FocusED Listeners
Starr Sackstein was a Teacher Center teacher and ELA teacher at Long Island City High School in New York. She also spent nine years at World Journalism Preparatory School in Flushing, New York, as a high school English and jo...
2021-12-0138 min
NHASCD Spotlight: A PodcastHacking Learning Centers: An Interview with Starr Sackstein and Karen Terwilliger.In this episode, we are excited for you to hear from co-authors Starr Sackstein and Karen Terwilliger as they discuss their new book Hacking Learning Centers in Grades 6-12. Starr and Karen share their journey in the use of learning centers at the middle and secondary levels as well as how learning centers transform a classroom into a dynamic learning experience.
Contact Information
Starr Sackstein
*email - mssackstein@gmail.com *website - mssackstein.com *Twitter - @Ms Sackstein
Karen Terwilliger
*email - kterwilliger005@gmail.com
Buy the book Hacking Learning Centers in...
2021-10-2536 min
NHASCD Spotlight: A PodcastManaging Standards-Based Grading: A Conversation with Constance Borro and Starr SacksteinWe begin Season 2 by featuring educators Constance Borro and Starr Sackstein. Constance is the founder and CEO of Mastery Portfolio which is an interactive software application that breaks down student grades on standards/competencies and not numbers. Its mission is to provide a means for motivation and equity through grading practices. Starr is COO of the company and a nationally renowned author, speaker, and educational thought leader.
Ms. Borro and Ms. Sackstein discuss the idea of standards-based grading and reporting along with the benefits to students, teachers, and parents.
Contact information:
constance@masteryportfolio.com
2021-10-1834 min
Life of the School Podcast: The Podcast for Biology TeachersLOTS123 - UnGrading w/Johanna BrownToday we discuss how we remove or reduce grades from our classrooms. Joining me for this conversation is Lee Ferguson from Texas and Johanna Brown from Washington State.Show Notes:- Johanna gave a shout out to Katy Dornbos as one of the teachers who helped out on her journey to being a gradeless teacher.- Johanna put together this google doc with a collection of ungrading resources.- We discussed the book Ungrading: Why Rating Students Undermines Learning (and What to Do Instead) Edited by Susan D. Blum. We also discussed the following resources:- The Teachers Going Gradeless...
2021-07-191h 17Aspire to Lead151. Assessing with Respect: Featuring Starr SacksteinWhat if, in the world of education, grades did not exist? This week’s guest, Starr Sackstein, shares how she removed grades from her classroom, focused on critical feedback to her students, and incorporated social emotional and equity components to the assessment process.
In this episode, we discuss:
Systems of evidence mastery
Changing the way we assess
The stigma that is attached to grades
And Starr’s new book, Assessing with Respect: Everyday Practices That Meet Students' Social and Emotional Needs
About Starr Sackstein:
Starr Sackstein is a recovering perfectionist who is an...
2021-06-1340 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherHow to Assess with Respect with Starr SacksteinAssessment is part of what teachers have to do in school. Although it is required, we teachers can make sure we assess with respect. Today's guest, Starr Sackstein, author of Assessing with Respect: Everyday Practices That Meet Students' Social and Emotional Needs, shares an overview of what is needed so that every student feels respected even as they are given the necessary feedback to improve and level up their learning. https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e739 Starr Sackstein - Bio As Submitted Over 16 years ago, Starr Sackstein started her teaching career in Far Rockaway H...
2021-05-1010 min
The Innovator's Mindset PodcastApril 2021 Highlights from The #InnovatorsMindset PodcastAnother month of amazing educators and amazing ideas shared during #TheInnovatorsMindset Podcast! In this month’s highlights, you will hear some great insights from Dr. Principal El, Ryan Keliher, Starr Sackstein, Livia Chan, and Vernon Wright! Hear their highlight clips and then check out their full episode by clicking the links below. As a bonus, watch on YouTube for a chance to win a signed copy of The Innovator’s Mindset!
Timecodes:
1:52 Intro Music
2:00 Dr. Principal El
4:08 Ryan Keliher
5:52 Starr Sackstein
8:43 Livia Chan
11:37 Vernon Wright
13:19 Closing
Dr. Principal El
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ySmCCv5F3Ps
How much does...
2021-04-3013 min
The Innovator's Mindset PodcastAssessing with Respect - A Convo with Starr Sackstein - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S2 - Ep 17This episode of The Innovator’s Mindset with Starr Sackstein has a little bit of everything - education, writing, basketball shoes, Pokemon GO, going gradeless...the topics and conversation throughout this episode are incredibly empowering and relevant!
Throughout this podcast, you can feel Sackstein’s passion for education and learning! Couros also asks Sackstein about her new book, Assessing With Respect: Everyday Practices That Meet Students’ Social and Emotional Needs. During this conversation, Couros reflects on his personal story about how grades impacted him as a learner and Sackstein shares her knowledge about going gradeless. See all this and more - incl...
2021-04-251h 03The Innovator's Mindset Podcast3 Questions on Educators that Inspire with Starr Sackstein - The #InnovatorsMindset PodcastGeorge Couros and Starr Sackstein have a powerful conversation about the following questions:
Who is a teacher that has inspired you and why?
Who is an administrator that has inspired you and why?
What advice would you give your first-year teacher self?
Hear more about these questions and how Sackstein describes herself as a “bopping Grateful Dead” fan!
Quotes:
"Be gentle with yourself."
"Not knowing answers...has left space for the kids to be able to say 'I know how to find out the answer to that...' [It] creates a synergy."
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2021-04-1513 min
NHASCD Spotlight: A PodcastAssessing with RespectAuthor Starr Sackstein talks about her newest book and offers best practices for results as SEL needs become more and more important.
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2021-04-0341 min
Overthrowing EducationStarr Sackstein: How to Go Gradeless and Assess BetterProlific author and passionate educator, Starr Sackstein, is my guest again, this time for a great conversation about why and how to go gradeless and move beyond tests and quizzes for better assessments. After our chat, Starr plays another awesome round of The 5-Minute Game Show. Don’t miss the special code I give out just to listener’s to save 20% on my Lenses of Questioning course. See below for more information. Special thanks to Starr Sacktein and my fauxmercial helpers, Ami Korn, Naphtali Bookstein, Tuvia Frankel and Yossie Frankel. Resources and links: Bats...
2021-03-2245 minOverthrowing EducationStarr Sackstein: How to Go Gradeless and Assess BetterProlific author and passionate educator, Starr Sackstein, is my guest again, this time for a great conversation about why and how to go gradeless and move beyond tests and quizzes for better assessments. After our chat, Starr plays another awesome round of The 5-Minute Game Show. Don’t miss the special code I give out just to listener’s to save 20% on my Lenses of Questioning course. See below for more information. Special thanks to Starr Sacktein and my fauxmercial helpers, Ami Korn, Naphtali Bookstein, Tuvia Frankel and Yossie Frankel. Resources and links: Bats...
2021-03-2245 min
Overthrowing EducationStarr Sackstein: Connecting Students to Their CuriosityProlific author and passionate educator Starr Sackstein is my guest for a great conversation about the power of questions and the importance of cultivating students’ curiosity. We had so much to talk about that I have a second episode with Starr about better assessments and going gradeless on my next episode. She also slayed the super hero-themed The 5-Minute Game Show at the end of our discussion. On this episode, I also debut my new course, Lenses of Questioning, an approach I created to help students ask a wider variety of kind of question, and it helps te...
2021-03-0837 minOverthrowing EducationStarr Sackstein: Connecting Students to Their CuriosityProlific author and passionate educator Starr Sackstein is my guest for a great conversation about the power of questions and the importance of cultivating students’ curiosity. We had so much to talk about that I have a second episode with Starr about better assessments and going gradeless on my next episode. She also slayed the super hero-themed The 5-Minute Game Show at the end of our discussion. On this episode, I also debut my new course, Lenses of Questioning, an approach I created to help students ask a wider variety of kind of question, and it helps te...
2021-03-0837 min
The Tom Schimmer PodcastAllure of Labels | Starr Sackstein | Multiple-ChoiceIn Don't @ Me (1:34) Tom shares his thoughts on why (now more than ever) people use labels to undercut the credibility of those with whom they disagree. Then, Tom is joined by Starr Sackstein (10:48) to discuss her assessment journey and her quest to go "gradeless." Finally, in Assessment Corner (1:05:24), Tom explores when multiple-choice is an appropriate assessment method and how to develop a quality multiple-choice item.Follow Starr Sackstein on Twitter: @mssacksteinStarr Sackstein website: www.mssackstein.com Email the Podcast: tomschimmerpod@gmail.comFollow the Podcast on Twitter: @TomSchimmerPodFollow Tom on Twitter: @TomSchimmerInstagram: tomschimmerpodcastFacebook: Schimmer Education
2021-02-161h 21
Teachers on Fire183 - STUDENT-LED CONFERENCES: Why, How, and Best PracticesIn this edition of the Roundtable, Tim Cavey facilitates a conversation around student-led conferences: why, how, and best practices. Guests included Starr Sackstein, Melisa Hayes, Skylar Primm, Jeffery Frieden, and Victoria Thompson.Welcome to Roundtables: livestreamed conversations meant to warm your heart, spark your thinking, and ignite your professional practice.QUESTIONS THAT GUIDED OUR CONVERSATIONQ1. Who are you and what is your current context in education?Q2. Let’s start with the rationale. Why do you believe in student-led conferences as an essential practice?Q3. Tell us about yo...
2021-02-0159 min
Teachers on Fire183 - STUDENT-LED CONFERENCES: Why, How, and Best PracticesIn this edition of the Roundtable, Tim Cavey facilitates a conversation around student-led conferences: why, how, and best practices. Guests included Starr Sackstein, Melisa Hayes, Skylar Primm, Jeffery Frieden, and Victoria Thompson.Welcome to Roundtables: livestreamed conversations meant to warm your heart, spark your thinking, and ignite your professional practice.QUESTIONS THAT GUIDED OUR CONVERSATIONQ1. Who are you and what is your current context in education?Q2. Let’s start with the rationale. Why do you believe in student-led conferences as an essential practice?Q3. Tell us about your experiences with student-led conferences. How ha...
2021-02-0159 min
FocusED: An educational leadership podcast that uncovers what is working in our schools.Starr Sackstein Discusses Going Gradeless (and so much more) on this Episode of FocusEDThis is Season 1, Episode 3 of FocusED, and it features guest, Starr Sackstein. It was originally recorded live for a studio audience in Delaware, and you can’t miss Starr's personal story about going gradeless along with everything else she says about leading in schools. If you hang long enough after the outro, you'll get even more from the Q/A she did with our audience. We can't wait to hear from you.
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2020-10-2539 min
Compass Teachers - 司南老師#20 Going Gradeless in the Traditional Classroom with Starr Sackstein (以實質的學習回饋取代傳統分數)This episode is all about hacking assessments. If you have been thinking about changing assessment but don’t know how to do it, I hope in this episode, you can get some practical actions to take. If you have never thought about changing it, this episode will give you a different insight. Today we are excited to have Starr Sackstein to share with her amazing hacks for transforming this paradigm. Starr Sackstein has been an educator since 2001 and left her role as the director of humanities in the West Hempstead Union Free School District to...
2020-10-2236 min
School of Thought PodcastEpisode 72 - The Teachers of HogwartsWelcome to School of Thought Goes To The Movies! This is a special edition of the School of Thought Podcast. Today we're discussing the teachers of Hogwarts as they are portrayed across the books and movies of the Harry Potter series.
My guest today is Starr Sackstein. She is an education writer, speaker, and consultant based out of New York. She has written widely on educational theory and practice in books and articles for publications like EdWeek. She is also a widely sought-after education consultant who has trained teachers from across the United States.
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2020-08-0900 minSchool of Thought PodcastEpisode 71 - Starr SacksteinStarr Sackstein is an education writer, speaker, and consultant based out of New York. She has written widely on educational theory and practice in books and articles for publications like EdWeek. She is also a widely sought-after education consultant who has trained teachers from across the United States. Please tune in to our next episode, where Starr and I will discuss the teachers of Harry Potter!
Episode Links
Starr Sackstein Website: https://www.mssackstein.com
Twitter - @mssackstein
TEDx Talk – A Recovering Perfectionist’s Journey to Give Up Grades: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_61kL5jeKq...
2020-08-0900 min
Mind the Gap: Making Education Work Across the GlobeEpisode 5 with Starr SacksteinTeacher, author and education reformer Starr Sackstein is the guest for this episode of Mind the Gap. She talks about the concept of “gradeless” teaching; what are the shortcomings of traditional grades and how must we change the way we assess student learning? A growing movement of teachers is digging into this question.
Starr, Tom and Emma also talk about the important differences between formative and summative assessment and the appropriate uses of each. Starr describes how she prefers to “live in formative assessment” because it’s all about feedback. She also explains her strategies for developing strong, tr...
2020-07-1430 min
Exploring the Core PodcastA Self-Directed Learning EnvironmentPodcast and Episode Copyright 2019 Exploring the Core LLC* www.ExploringTheCore.com * #ExploringTheCore *Episode transcripts available at www.ExploringTheCore.comEpisode Release Date: January 27, 2020"Mullen: For me, the last decade of teaching has created a lot of great memories, single moments, snippits of random days where a student did or said something that really struck me, made me think about what I’m doing as a teacher, what they were doing as a student, and what we were all really trying to do together in that classroom." - Greg Mullen"Wh...
2020-01-2742 min
Teach Better Talk141: Be Yourself - Mark Heller chats with us about changing the attitude in your school, building strong relationships, and the power of just being yourself.Middle School Principal, Mark Heller, chats with us about changing the attitude in your school, building strong relationships, and the power of just being yourself.
More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/markheller
Episode Highlights
2:17 - Talking about Rae's new "Retakes" course over at www.teachbetteracademy.com.
5:27 - Previewing the episode with Mark Heller.
8:31 - Mark introduces himself.
10:12 - Mark's failure: Sitting in an expulsion hearing with kids on the last day of school last year.
12:27 - Mark's success: Changing the attitude at his school.
15:11 - What's keeping Mark excited about education right now: The...
2020-01-2733 min
Lasting LearningEpisode 65-A conversation with Starr SacksteinStarr is an author, a speaker, a leader, a teacher, a consultant, and a renegade. Listen in as she talks about a journey of personal growth and how we an help students measure their own progress as well.
2019-12-1140 min
Coach Lead TeachEpisode 19 Peer and Self-Assessment with Starr SacksteinJoin us for the first episode in our series where we dive into student ownership of learning. On this episode I am joined by Starr Sackstein. Starr has a wide range of experiences from the journalism classroom to leading the competency based grading movement. Moreover Starr has conquered the mountain called National Board Certification. She works fulltime as a consultant with the Core Collaborative, and writes about educational movements such as assessment reform from several established blogs, including her own. You'll love the practical tips she shares for how to give better feedback to students and empower students to initi...
2019-11-0452 min
Human Restoration ProjectBonus: Summit: Self-Assessment, Gradeless Learning, and Teacher Well-Being w/ Starr SacksteinThis is an audio version of our Summit on October 27th,, 2019.Starr Sackstein, NBCT is author of many titles including Hacking Assessment, Peer Feedback in the Classroom: Empowering Students to Be the Experts, and From Teacher to Leader: Finding Your Way as a First-Time Leader without Losing Your Mind, as well as an English nationally board certified teacher.In this interactive discussion, we will discuss how these principles not only are paramount for our students' success, but our own longevity and joy as educators.How does gradeless learning change the teacher’s role in...
2019-10-271h 07
Reimagine SchoolsThe Gradeless Classroom with Starr SacksteinIn this episode, author, presenter and National Board Certified Teacher Starr Sackstein discusses the process of authentic assessment in the classroom and how teachers must look inward and question their current grading practices to shift the conversation from traditional grading to a true mastery of learning. Sackstein also shares highlights from her popular book, Hacking Assessment: 10 Ways to Go Gradeless in a Traditional Grades School, and reflects on how competition and homework can be detrimental to kids who need more unstructured time at home to decompress and escape the daily pressures of playing the game of school. Finally, Sackstein discusses...
2019-10-1738 min
Reimagine SchoolsThe Gradeless Classroom with Starr SacksteinIn this episode, author, presenter and National Board Certified Teacher Starr Sackstein discusses the process of authentic assessment in the classroom and how teachers must look inward and question their current grading practices to shift the conversation from traditional grading to a true mastery of learning. Sackstein also shares highlights from her popular book, Hacking Assessment: 10 Ways to Go Gradeless in a Traditional Grades School, and reflects on how competition and homework can be detrimental to kids who need more unstructured time at home to decompress and escape the daily pressures of playing the game of school. Finally, Sackstein...
2019-10-1739 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherWhen I Knew It Was Time to Leave the ClassroomStarr Sackstein reflects on when she knew it was time to leave the classroom. www.coolcatteacher.com/e564 Starr Sackstein - Bio As Submitted Over 16 years ago, Starr Sackstein started her teaching career in Far Rockaway High School, eager to make a difference. Quickly learning to connect with students and develop rapport, she was able to recognize the most important part of teaching, relationships. Fostering relationships with students and peers, to encourage community growth and a deeper understanding of personal contribution through reflection, Sackstein has continued to elevate her students by putting them a...
2019-10-0411 min
Instant Relevance PodcastEpisode 34 - Rethining Assessment and Grades with Starr Sackstein**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel**
Welcome to the 3rd Season of the Instant Relevance Podcast! Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview educational consultant and author of 'From Teacher to Leader' and 'Hacking Assessment' - Starr Sackstein (@mssackstein). The hosts talk to Starr about her journey to shift to a new paradigm of assessment and replace grades with more wholistic student and parent feedback.
More from Starr Sackstein:
-- mssackstein.com/
Check out more from Denis:
-- denissheeran.com/
Check out more from Ray:
-- blendedlearningmath.com/...
2019-09-2822 min
Instant Relevance PodcastEpisode 34 - Rethining Assessment and Grades with Starr Sackstein**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** Welcome to the 3rd Season of the Instant Relevance Podcast! Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview educational consultant and author of 'From Teacher to Leader' and 'Hacking Assessment' - Starr Sackstein (@mssackstein). The hosts talk to Starr about her journey to shift to a new paradigm of assessment and replace grades with more wholistic student and parent feedback.More from Starr Sackstein:-- mssackstein.com/Check out more from Denis:-- denissheeran.com/ Check out more from Ray:-- blendedlearningmath.com/ The Ins...
2019-09-2822 min
Vrain Waves: Teaching Conversations with Minds Shaping EducationPositive School and Classroom CultureEpisode 037: Jennifer Gonzalez, Cult of Pedagogy
It’s not a real cult. It’s a mindset, a family, a ton of free resources, a podcast, great blog posts, relevant topics, and, frankly, a security blanket for busy teachers. Many times it’s pushed our thinking, strengthened our practice, and given us solace. It’s the Cult of Pedagogy, and we had the privilege of speaking to the “Head Teacher Nerd”, Jennifer Gonzalez, about school culture and much much more.
Connect with Jennifer Gonzalez
Website: www.cultofpedagogy.com/ | Twitter: @cultofpedagogy
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Websit...
2019-04-1544 min
The Dr. Will Show PodcastStarr Sackstein (@mssackstein) - How To Leverage Your BookStarr Sackstein started her teaching career at Far Rockaway High School more than sixteen years ago, eager to make a difference. Quickly learning to connect with students, she was able to recognize the most important part of teaching: building relationships. Fostering relationships with students and peers to encourage community growth and a deeper understanding of personal contribution through reflection, she has continued to elevate her students by putting them at the center of the learning.
Currently, Sackstein is the Director of Humanities (business, English, library, reading, social studies, and world languages) in West Hempstead, New York. While...
2019-04-1143 min
The Pondering Education PodcastPondering Education S2E13: EduChatting with Starr Sackstein and Connie Hamilton"EduChatting with Starr Sackstein and Connie Hamilton"Pondering EducationSeason 2 Episode 13April 7, 2019Episode OverviewOn tonight's episode of #PonderingEducation, Ryan goes educhatting with Starr Sackstein, NBCT and Connie Hamilton, Ed. S. from last month's ASCD #Empower19 conference in Chicago! To kick off tonight's episode, Ryan discusses last week's MCAS controversy and calls on the Massachusetts Department of Education to take drastic actions to rectify the mess caused by the inclusion of a racist question in the 10...
2019-04-0842 min
The Pondering Education PodcastPondering Education S2E13: EduChatting with Starr Sackstein and Connie Hamilton"EduChatting with Starr Sackstein and Connie Hamilton"Pondering EducationSeason 2 Episode 13April 7, 2019Episode OverviewOn tonight's episode of #PonderingEducation, Ryan goes educhatting with Starr Sackstein, NBCT and Connie Hamilton, Ed. S. from last month's ASCD #Empower19 conference in Chicago! To kick off tonight's episode, Ryan discusses last week's MCAS controversy and calls on the Massachusetts Department of Education to take drastic actions to rectify the mess caused by the inclusion of a racist question in the 10...
2019-04-0842 min
The Pondering Education PodcastEduChatting with Starr Sackstein and Connie Hamilton“EduChatting with Starr Sackstein and Connie Hamilton” Pondering Education Season 2 Episode 13 April 7, 2019 Episode Overview On tonight’s… Read More
2019-04-0800 min
DisruptED TV Podcast I Wish I KnewDisruptED TV Podcast: I Wish I Knew Episode 23 with Starr SacksteinDisruptED TV Podcast: I Wish I Knew Episode 23 with Starr Sackstein by DisruptED TV
2019-03-0400 min
Leader of LearningPlaying the Game of School with Starr SacksteinIn this episode, I interview Starr Sackstein, a district-level administrator, author and blogger, speaker, and fellow ASCD Emerging Leader about her thoughts about topics such as "playing the game of school," going gradeless, and, of course, educational leadership.For more information, visit http://leaderoflearning.com/episode15
2018-02-0526 minEDUCATOR VOICE with educator/administrator STARR SACKSTEIN on SHARINGSMARTBRIEF presents EDUCATOR VOICE with educator/administrator STARR SACKSTEIN on SHARING: Nobody's better than my old friend Starr, a top flight connected educator, author of 8 books and well known blogger who just was recognized as an Editor's Choice winner for her post on "Sharing"with colleagues and the community.
We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins...
2018-01-2532 min
TG2Chat LIVE!Episode 4 - Experts in the Classroom with Starr SacksteinThis episode features an interview with Starr Sackstein, author of the book Peer Feedback in the Classroom and Hacking Assessment: 10 Ways to Go Gradeless in a Traditional Grades School.
Topics include:
What are peer experts?
Why use peer experts?
How to implement peer experts in the classroom
How to maximize the effectiveness of peer experts
2018-01-0120 min
Every Classroom Matters With Cool Cat TeacherReimagining Homework with Teachers, Students and ParentsOur guests offer suggestions on how homework can be redefined to make it meaningful, relevant, and fun.
Follow: @coolcatteacher @mssackstein @conniehamilton @classtag
#edtechchat #edchat #edtech
Connie Hamilton Ed.S. is a curriculum director in for Saranac Community Schools and a national presenter focusing on questioning, best practices, and leadership. She co-authored Hacking Homework with Starr Sackstein. Starr Sackstein teaches writing and journalism in New York City. She is a National Board-certified teacher and the New York director for the Journalism Education Association.
2017-03-3111 min
Hack Learning78: How to Eliminate Both Homework and Grades with Starr SacksteinStarr Sackstein believes in change, and sometimes change in education means cutting out archaic practices like traditional homework and grades.Author of Hacking Assessment and Hacking Homework, Starr explains how to change out-of-class work so that the onus of learning and how that learning is assessed falls squarely on our most important stakeholder — the student.Read an excerpt of Starr's latest book, Hacking Homework, at http://hacklearning.org/hwgradesCheck out all Hack Learning podcast episodes and show notes links at http://hacklearningpodcast.com
2016-12-2726 minHack Learning78: How to Eliminate Both Homework and Grades with Starr SacksteinStarr Sackstein believes in change, and sometimes change in education means cutting out archaic practices like traditional homework and grades.Author of Hacking Assessment and Hacking Homework, Starr explains how to change out-of-class work so that the onus of learning and how that learning is assessed falls squarely on our most important stakeholder — the student.Read an excerpt of Starr's latest book, Hacking Homework, at http://hacklearning.org/hwgradesCheck out all Hack Learning podcast episodes and show notes links at http://hacklearningpodcast.com
2016-12-2726 min
James Sturtevant Hacking Engagement35-Connie Hamilton and Starr Sackstein Urge you to Rethink HomeworkThere are so many things in education that we do simply because they've always been done...and done a certain way. Take the school calendar. We follow an antiquated model that was crafted to serve our agrarian society in the late 19th Century. But most are accustomed to the typical school calendar regardless of whether it makes sense educationally. The same could be said of homework. Teachers, parents, and administrators must reevaluate the entire homework paradigm. Students are also a crucial voice! It's time to evolve! Connie Hamilton and Starr Sackstein are here to help. On today's episode, they'll talk...
2016-12-1527 min
D100 PodcastEpisode 2: Throwing Out Grades with Mike SaraciniIn this episode, Middle School Social Studies teacher Mike Saracini describes how he transitioned from a letter grade system to giving the students feedback. Share questions and comments using #D100Podcast on Twitter. Resources discussed in this episode:Hacking Assessment: 10 Ways To Go Gradeless In a Traditional Grades School- by Starr SacksteinConnect with MikeTwitter: @MikeSaraciniEmail: msaracini@bsd100.orgConnect with JennyTwitter: @JennyLehotskyMusic by Roy Nunez under teacher Tom Foust
2016-07-1315 min
K-12 Greatest Hits:The Best Ideas in EducationWhy Did It Take Me Years to Realize? Teaching Is Not About MeSome people like to learn from the mistakes of others. Some prefer trial, error, and reflection. Perhaps how we learn from mistakes is not important, as long as we learn.
Follow: @mssackstein @Jonharper70bd @bamradionetwork
Starr Sackstein teaches writing and journalism in New York City. She is a National Board-certified teacher and the New York director for the Journalism Education Association. Sackstein is also the author of the book Teaching Mythology.
2016-07-1110 min
My BADWhy Did It Take Me Years to Realize? Teaching Is Not About MeSome people like to learn from the mistakes of others. Some prefer trial, error, and reflection. Perhaps how we learn from mistakes is not important, as long as we learn.
Follow: @mssackstein @Jonharper70bd @bamradionetwork
Starr Sackstein teaches writing and journalism in New York City. She is a National Board-certified teacher and the New York director for the Journalism Education Association. Sackstein is also the author of the book Teaching Mythology.
2016-07-0209 min
Hack LearningHacking Live Twitter Chats with Four Popular Hashtag CreatorsSome of Twitter's most experienced live chat creators and moderators join Mark Barnes to discuss the influence of Twitter on teaching and learning, during live Twitter hashtag chats. Sharing their insights are Tom Whitby, co-creator of Twitter's oldest live discussion, #Edchat, Brad Currie, co-moderator of #Satchat, Connie Hamilton, moderator of #TMchat and Starr Sackstein, co-founder of #Sunchat. These Twitter facilitators reach millions of people weekly during their live chats, which feature hundreds of educators tweeting and retweeting ideas, opinions, and resources. This is Hacking Live Twitter Chats.
2016-05-2813 min
Hack LearningHacking the TestTeacher/author/disruptor Mark Barnes explains why traditional testing and assessment are not the same. Barnes shares excerpts from Hacking Assessment: 10 Ways to Go Gradeless in a Traditional Grades School, by Starr Sackstein, focusing on anecdotes from classroom teachers who assess learning through observation, feedback, reflection, and metacognition. Barnes challenges educators to find new paths to assessment. The conversation about assessment continues on Twitter at #HackLearning.
2016-02-1712 min
Wired EducatorWEP 0023: Hacking Assessment an Interview with Starr SacksteinKelly interviews Starr Sackstein, the author of Hacking Assessment: 10 Ways to Go Gradeless in a Traditional Grade School. Starr is a veteran teacher, has earned her National Board Certification, is the author of numerous books on education, and has been recognized for her work in education by The Dow Jones New Fund, Education Updated, among others. She is an amazing educator, writer, blogger, and speaker.
You will be thinking differently about assessment after this interview, and you will find ways to modify and level-up your assessment. Starr shares some fantastic take-aways for you to apply. (25:59)
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2016-01-3143 min
Satchat RadioSecond Thoughts on the Educator's "Summer Break"As most educators know, there is often a wide chasm between what the public thinks about our "summer break" and reality. In this segment we discuss some of the ways we are using the summer to recharge based on our individual needs.
Follow: @mssackstein @bradmcurrie@bamradionetwork
Brad Currie is the co-founder of #satchat, a weekly Twitter discussion for current and emerging school leaders. Brad is a Vice Principal and Supervisor of Instruction for the Chester School District in Chester, N.J. n educator, author, reformer, recovering perfectionist. Starr Sackstein leads by example both in the classroom and on...
2015-08-0400 minSatchat RadioTenure: The Good, The Bad, The AmbivalentThis week we talk about the practice of tenure. What are the pros, cons and things to e considered?
Follow: @bradmcurrie @wkrakower @gtoppo @gamebelievesScott @bamradionetwork
An educator, author, reformer, recovering perfectionist, Starr Sackstein leads by example both in the classroom and on the internet. Tattooed, quirky and opinionated, she takes every opportunity to learn and dispel myths and false expectations. Impassioned writer, photographer and mother. Brad Currie is the co-founder of #satchat, a weekly Twitter discussion for current and emerging school leaders. Brad is a Vice Principal and Supervisor of Instruction for the Chester School District in Chester, N.J.
2015-05-3000 minSatchat RadioThe One Thing You Can Do To Make Every School Day ExceptionalSome school days are very productive and enjoyable, other school days are extremely challenging. In this segment we talk about the one thing that can transform even the most difficult school day into a great day.
Follow: @bradmcurrie @MsSackstein @wkrakower @ScottRRocco @bamradionetwork
An educator, author, reformer, recovering perfectionist, Starr Sackstein leads by example both in the classroom and on the internet. Tattooed, quirky and opinionated, she takes every opportunity to learn and dispel myths and false expectations. Impassioned writer, photographer and mother. Brad Currie is the co-founder of #satchat, a weekly Twitter discussion for current and emerging school leaders. Brad...
2015-04-2500 minSatchat RadioEducator's Balancing Act: Work, Home, Purpose, Financial NeedsIn this special edition of #SatChat Radio, Brad and Starr offer perspectives on practical educational topics from their respective points of view. This week they discuss the challenging balancing act educators often face.
Follow: @MsSackstein @bradmcurrie @wkrakower @ScottRRocco @bamradionetwork
An educator, author, reformer, recovering perfectionist, Starr Sackstein leads by example both in the classroom and on the internet. Tattooed, quirky and opinionated, she takes every opportunity to learn and dispel myths and false expectations. Impassioned writer, photographer and mother. Brad Currie is the co-founder of #satchat, a weekly Twitter discussion for current and emerging school leaders. Brad is a Vice...
2015-03-2700 min
The Cult of Pedagogy Podcast13: Could You Teach Without Grades?This year, Starr Sackstein made a drastic change in her high school English and journalism classes: After years of feeling as if students cared more about their grades than they did about learning, she decided to stop giving grades altogether. In this interview, Starr talks to me about how she runs a no-grades classroom in a school that still requires traditional grading. She shares her strategies for helping students learn to self-reflect, describes how her teaching workload has changed, and talks about how throwing out grades has improved students' learning.
2015-02-2053 min
The Cult of Pedagogy Podcast13: Could You Teach Without Grades?This year, Starr Sackstein made a drastic change in her high school English and journalism classes: After years of feeling as if students cared more about their grades than they did about learning, she decided to stop giving grades altogether. In this interview, Starr talks to me about how she runs a no-grades classroom in a school that still requires traditional grading. She shares her strategies for helping students learn to self-reflect, describes how her teaching workload has changed, and talks about how throwing out grades has improved students' learning.
2015-02-2053 min
EdTech You Should Know12 – Voxer: What It Is and How Educators Use ItEdTech You Should Know – Episode 12 – Voxer
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This episode was recorded entirely on Voxer!
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Guests:
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Starr Sackstein – @mssackstein
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Show Notes:
This episode talks all about Voxer – an app (and now website) that...
2015-01-1414 minSatchat RadioConnecting With Pre-Service TeachersIs this special edition of SATChat Radio we discuss the highlights of a talk with pre-service educators about being a connected educator.
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Dr. Michael Curran is a professor of education at Rider University and fellow PLN member. Starr Sackstein is about best practice in education and
High school educator, author, reformer, recovering perfectionist. Brad is a Vice Principal and Supervisor of Instruction for the Chester School District in Chester, N.J.
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