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Confessions of a PYP TeacherConfessions of a PYP TeacherC126 (Application): Lessons from The Expert EffectSend us a textHidee Ho Neighbor, my name is Lu Gerlach and I’m from thinkchat.  Welcome to confession #126!  In this episode, we'll be exploring some of the big ideas presented in the inspiring book, 'The Expert Effect' by Zach Rondot and Grayson McKinney. Get ready to join me on a journey of reflection and growth as we uncover the transformative power of allowing our learners to become the experts. So, grab your favorite cup of tea, find a cozy corner, and let's reflect back on how to allow your learners to become an expert in thei...2024-01-1213 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastSeason 5 Finale: Advice to Future 4th GradersThis is our final episode of season 5 recorded on our second to last day of school. This year's 4th grade innovators pass along their best advice for anyone going to 4th grade next year. We hope all of our listeners have a great summer!2023-06-1505 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS5 E5: Strategies to calm downIn this episode the 4th Grade Innovators share some strategies to calm down and relax when feeling upset. Let's face it, we all have times when we get upset so this will help during those times.2023-06-0204 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS5 E4: Improve Your Writing with Powerful WordsOur class has a Word of the Day every day to help improve our writing and vocabulary. In this episode we share some of our favorite words to help you improve your writing. This is an episode you can listen to more than once when you need help improving your writing!2023-05-2506 minConfessions of a PYP TeacherConfessions of a PYP TeacherC113 (Book Club): Students become the experts (pgs 91-130)Send us a textIn this episode, we unpack the big ideas from this section of the book with authors Grayson McKinney and Zach Rondot of the Expert Effect.   During this dynamic conversation, we explored our own personal learning experiences, setting the conditions for learner agency to thrive, and leveraging technology as a teaching tool.  There are so many aha moments in this episode. If you would like to watch the #CITLreads book chat with Grayson and Zach, click here. For a written blog post and other resources, visit:   https://thinkchat2020.weebly.com...2023-02-2017 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS5 E3: The Seven Habits of Happy KidsFor the past seven weeks we have been studying the 7 habits of happy kids book written by Sean Covey. Now that we are experts on this topic we wanted to share our learning with the world!2023-02-0909 minConfessions of a PYP TeacherConfessions of a PYP TeacherC111 (Book Club): Learning from Experts Near & Far (Pgs 29-58)Send us a textWelcome to the second episode exploring the book, The Expert Effect by Grayson McKinney and Zach Rondot.  It has been an absolute pleasure to read this book and learn how to set the conditions for engaging with experts.  Now that we have started with our WHY, we can move forward with engaging with experts. In this episode, we will explore: Finding local resources to enrich unitsExpert success criteriaStrategies that bring about local and global connectionsReflect using: Unveiling StoriesFor a written blog post and other resources, visit:   https://thinkc...2023-01-0815 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS5 E2: 21 Ways to Spread Holiday Cheer & KindnessIn this episode we give 21 ways that you and your family can give back during the  holiday time. We hope you will be inspired to give back and help others because one act of kindness creates an endless ripple that goes forever.2022-12-1507 minConfessions of a PYP TeacherConfessions of a PYP TeacherC110 (Book Club): Laying the foundation for the Expert EffectSend us a textWelcome to the #CITLreads Book Club for The Expert Effect by Grayson McKinney and Zach Rondot.  I am so excited to explore this book through my podcast and appreciate the authors for indulging my connections and reflections. In this episode, we will explore: Pick a new book club role based on the approaches to learningDiscover our "WHY"Define an expertMake essential agreementsReflect using: Name- Describe- ActFor a written blog post and other resources, visit:   https://thinkchat2020.weebly.comThanks for listening! Please find us on LinkedIn @luger...2022-12-0716 minFreshAirAtFiveFreshAirAtFivePlay Faith Persistence Curiosity Time Expert FAAF97In this episode, I share my daily reflection posted on Twitter @bryoncar, from Nov 14th to 18th, 2022 I reflect on these podcast episodes from my listens on the: 14th:  The Tom Schimmer Podcast E90 "Two Choices | Eric Saibel | Rethinking Group Grades" 15th:  The Wired Educator E228 "Leading with a Humble Heart, an interview with Zac Bauermaster" 16th:  The Innovators Mindset "#MindsetMonday S3 EP 10 - Go Until the Job is Finished"; The Innovators Mindset "#MindsetMonday S3 EP 9 - "Be curious not judgmental.""; Evolving with Gratitude E32 "Time is a Priceless Gift with Gue...2022-11-1929 minFresh Air At FiveFresh Air At FivePlay Faith Persistence Curiosity Time Expert FAAF97In this episode, I share my daily reflection posted on Twitter @bryoncar, from Nov 14th to 18th, 2022I reflect on these podcast episodes from my listens on the:14th:  The Tom Schimmer Podcast E90 "Two Choices | Eric Saibel | Rethinking Group Grades"15th:  The Wired Educator E228 "Leading with a Humble Heart, an interview with Zac Bauermaster"16th:  The Innovators Mindset "#MindsetMonday S3 EP 10 - Go Until the Job is Finished"; The Innovators Mindset "#MindsetMonday S3 EP 9 - "Be curious not judgmental.""; Evolving with Gratitude E32 "Time is a Priceless Gift with Guest Brian Martin"18th:  Teac...2022-11-1929 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS5 E1 - Guide to a Growth MindsetWe are back for season 5 with a new group of 4th graders! Today we tackled our favorite topic, The Growth Mindset! 2022-11-1807 minLinkedUp: Breaking Boundaries in EducationLinkedUp: Breaking Boundaries in EducationThe Expert ExpeditionIn this episode, Jerri and Jamie link up with Grayson McKinney and Zach Rondot—two elementary school teachers using technology to transform learning with a little help from Project Based Learning (PBL). McKinney and Rondot share their insights, expertise, and process for creating classrooms where students learn from experts, then become experts and share their learning with an authentic audience. Tune in to hear these two teachers discuss examples of PBL and the two books they’ve written to empower teachers and students to become experts in new areas through the project-based learning model. --- 2022-10-0743 minTeaching ChampionsTeaching ChampionsThe Expert Effect: Learning From, Becoming, and Teaching Others as Experts with Zach Rondot and Grayson McKinneyToday on the Teaching Champions Podcast I am joined by Zach Rondot and Grayson McKinney.  Zach is a 4th grade teacher and Grayson is a fifth grade teacher. They are the authors of The Expert Effect: A Three Part system to break down the walls of your classroom and connect Your students to the world and the children’s book Expert Expedition. And in this interview these gentlemen discuss how they take their students from learning from experts, to becoming experts, to teaching like experts. They share the power behind project based learning and they explore different ways that our...2022-08-2150 minMy EdTech LifeMy EdTech LifeEpisode 126: Get Connected! Connecting Learning To The Real WorldZach Rondot is a passionate fourth-grade teacher in Troy, Michigan. His mission is to teach students the 21st-century skills, mindsets, and attributes that will help them succeed long after they leave his classroom.  In 2019, Zach was named the Troy School District Elementary Teacher of the Year and the Oakland County Elementary Teacher of the Year.  Zach is an instructor in the Master’s program of Learning, Design, and Technology at Central Michigan University. He utilizes technology to create learning opportunities that otherwise would not be possible.   Grayson McKinney is a fifth-grade teacher from Michigan and a leader in the area o...2022-06-2855 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS4 E9: Genius Hour Project ShowcaseFor the last two weeks our class has been working on passion projects. A few students wanted to share their learning with the world through this podcast episode!2022-06-1302 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS4 E8: Summer Reading RecommendationsLooking for a great book this summer?? In our 4th "Summer Series" podcast the 4th Grade Innovators give their favorite book recommendations that they have read this year. Happy reading!2022-06-0903 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS4 E7: Summer Activities with Family or in a Car RideIn this episode of our Summer Series, we teach you some fun activities you can do on a long travel trip or things you can do with your family if you will be spending time with them this summer!2022-06-0702 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS4 EP6: A Guide to Fun Summer ActivitiesIn this episode we share some fun activities kids can do over the summer and craft ideas they can make to have fun and be creative.2022-06-0602 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS4 E5: Tips to Having a Positive SummerSummer is almost here! (or for some of you, it is here already.) The 4th Grade Innovators share some tips to having a positive summer in this episode.2022-06-0604 minEduMatch Tweet & TalkEduMatch Tweet & TalkEduLaunch: The Expert Expedition by Zach Rondot & Grayson McKinney, Illustrated by Suria Ali-AhmedJoin us as Sarah (@SarahdaTeechur) interviews Grayson McKinney (@GMcKinney2), Suria Ali-Ahmed (@SAliAhmed09), and Zach Rondot (@MrRondot) about their new book, The Expert Expedition, available now. Music: Ron Madison (@madison_ron) Production: Sarah Thomas (@sarahdateechur) EduMatch.org | edumatchpublishing.com Contact us for book studies, professional learning, and/or to buy in bulk! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/edumatch-tweet-talk/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/edumatch-tweet-talk/support2022-05-1717 minNavigating Education - The PodcastNavigating Education - The PodcastEpisode 44 - The Expert Effect with Zach Rondot and Grayson McKinneyIn this episode, we will discuss the "Expert Effect" and how that can amplify student learning by bringing in an expert from the field to discuss and support what students are learning. We will discuss strategies on how to implement this within K-16 classrooms and how it aligns with project-based learning. Last, we will dive into the Expert Expedition to learn more about how we can use various texts and curricula to implement and amplify the Expert Effect strategy for our classrooms and students. Guest Bios: Together, Zach Rondot and Grayson McKinney are 4th and 5th-grade teachers...2022-05-1337 minThe Shut Up and Teach PodcastThe Shut Up and Teach PodcastA Conversation with Zach Rondot and Grayson MckinneyGrayson McKinney and Zach Rondot are the authors of the book "The Expert Effect". This is one of my favorite educational books that I've ever read, and so I'm honored that they took time out of their day to talk education. On this episode we discuss their books and influences both inside and outside of education. Enjoy! Buy The Expert Effect: https://www.amazon.com/Expert-Effect-Three-Part-Classroom-Students/dp/195385219X Grayson McKinney: Twitter - https://twitter.com/GMcKinney2 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/graymck1984/ Zach Rondot: Twitter - https://twitter.com/MrRondot Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/zachrondot/ Elijah Carbajal...2022-05-1131 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS4 E4: What is an Innovator?Our class, just like our podcast, is called the 4th Grade Innovators. But what does it mean to be an innovator?? Listen to find out!2022-03-1505 minPunk Rock ClassroomsPunk Rock ClassroomsS3 Collaboration 05 with Grayson McKinney and Zach Rondot (The Expert Effect)One of the awesome things we would see in punk is at shows when musicians from different bands would join forces on stage or when one of your favorite punk singers would lend their growl to some gang vocals on another band's record. We wanted to create that same thing here at PRC. On this punk rock collaboration, Mike chats with Grayson McKinney and Zach Rondot! They two are elementary educators and teach just down the hall from one another. They recently released their book, The Expert Effect. Their book is all about breaking down the walls of your classroom...2022-03-0727 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS4 E3: Book Buzz!In this episode 4th graders share some of their favorite book recommendations! If you are looking for new books to read, listen here for some suggestions! Happy Reading!2022-01-2804 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators Guide to New Years ResolutionsIn this episode we teach you about setting a New Year's Resolutions and picking One Word to guide your year.2022-01-1804 minThe Innovator\'s Mindset PodcastThe Innovator's Mindset PodcastWho We Surround Ourselves With - 2021 Highlights from The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast (Part 3 of 4)Who we surround ourselves is often who we become! I talk about this in the introduction and then you see the amazing educators that had great advice this year! Connecting and Elevating as a Leader - A Convo With Yasmeen Robbins - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGFY7wbRJ9s When we lead with questions, we have the opportunity to dig deeper and understand why something is going on. Taking a moment allows us to see the human side. Yasmeen Robbins talks about leading with questions and her and George Couros go into how this connects to the way...2021-12-2629 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS4 E1: 27 Ways to Spread Holiday CheerIn this episode The 4th Grade Innovators are back to inspire you with ways to spread kindness and do good deeds around the holiday season. Listen to hear ideas of how to do good deeds at school, at home, in your community, and even to people around the world! What will you do this holiday season to spread some positive holiday cheer?2021-12-1306 minFresh Air At FiveFresh Air At FiveTruth & Reconciliation Week FAAF 39Welcome to FreshAirAtFive (FAAF) Podcast - Episode 39I’m your host, Bryon CarpenterIn this episode, I share my daily reflection posted on Twitter @bryoncar, from Sept 27th to October 1st, 2021I reflect on these podcast episode from my listens on the:27th:  The Innovator's Mindset Podcast S2E38 "Being Your Authentic Self - A Convo with Deontay Torres"; The Ignite EdTech Podcast E65 "Travis Goulter"28th:  Just a Teacher Podcast with @TravGoulter E37 "The Family Classroom with Katie Kinder"; I reflect on Orange Shirt Day29th:  Got TechED Podcast E95 "12 Websites that Teachers Shoul...2021-10-0233 minFreshAirAtFiveFreshAirAtFiveTruth & Reconciliation Week FAAF 39Welcome to FreshAirAtFive (FAAF) Podcast - Episode 39 I’m your host, Bryon Carpenter In this episode, I share my daily reflection posted on Twitter @bryoncar, from Sept 27th to October 1st, 2021 I reflect on these podcast episode from my listens on the: 27th:  The Innovator's Mindset Podcast S2E38 "Being Your Authentic Self - A Convo with Deontay Torres"; The Ignite EdTech Podcast E65 "Travis Goulter" 28th:  Just a Teacher Podcast with @TravGoulter E37 "The Family Classroom with Katie Kinder"; I reflect on Orange Shirt Day 29th:  Got T...2021-10-0233 minThe Innovator\'s Mindset PodcastThe Innovator's Mindset PodcastSeptember 2021 Highlights from the #InnovatorsMindset #PodcastWe had an incredible group of educators AND even a student on the podcast in September! I hope you enjoy learning from them! As always, I start off with a bit of a personal story and I hope you enjoy it! Description & Timecodes: 0:00 Intro from George Couros 5:54 Deontay Torres 8:43 Allyson Apsey 9:07 Grayson McKinney and Zach Rondot 10:11 Morgane Michael 10:40 Bryon Carpenter 11:36 bit.do/BOAT 12:41 Stacey Wood 21:06 Stephanie Rothstein 22:32 Dr. Jared Smith 23:23 Outro Deontay Torres https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m19hPLb7UmE Hear the advice that Deontay Torres, a recently graduated high school student, shares about being honest to ourselves. “No...2021-10-0123 minThe Innovator\'s Mindset PodcastThe Innovator's Mindset PodcastThe Expert Effect - A Convo with Grayson McKinney and Zach Rondot S2 EP39There are two big ideas covered in this episode with Grayson McKinney and Zach Rondot - how do we connect with experts and how do we get our learners to share their expertise as well? Mckinney and Rondot share how they got started and the beginning stages of their work. McKinney and Rondot start off this podcast with a reflection on the year they spent co-teaching 56 students in one expanded classroom which leads to a powerful conversation about changing the experience of the classroom by changing the experience of the teacher. Rondot also shares how he started his class podcast...2021-09-2646 minThe Innovator\'s Mindset PodcastThe Innovator's Mindset Podcast3 Questions on Educators that Inspire w/ Grayson McKinney & Zach Rondot - #InnovatorsMindset PodcastGrayson McKinney and Zach Rondot are two amazing educators who focus on connecting learners with experts, help learners teach as experts, and then create opportunities for learners to share their expertise with others! In this episode of Three Questions, McKinney and Rondot answer these 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? Links: Grayson McKinney Twitter - https://twitter.com/GMcKinney2?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Zach Rondot Twitter - https://twitter.com/MrRondot?ref_src...2021-09-0211 minAspire to LeadAspire to Lead159. The Expert Effect: Featuring Zach Rondot and Grayson McKinneyWhat is the best way to prepare our students for future ready careers and enhance their essential skills? This week’s guests, Zach Rondot and Grayson McKinney, share the importance of providing students with real world problems, providing outside experts, and letting them explore unique and creative solutions.  In this episode, we also discuss: Misconceptions of Project Based Learning Gathering experts outside of the school Assessing projects and providing feedback And their new book, The Expert Effect About Zach Rondot and Grayson McKinney: Zach Rondot is a passionate fourth-grade teacher in Tro...2021-08-1631 minLet\'s K12 BetterLet's K12 BetterEngaging The Expert Effect with Grayson McKinney and Zach RondotSchool should be a place where kids love to go, not a place where kids have to go. But what can educators (and even parents) do to engage students in learning that truly speaks to their interests? How can we bring in outside content experts to expand our lessons beyond the textbook and create lasting memories for our young people?We sat down with The Expert Effect co-authors Grayson McKinney - a fifth grade teacher, technology facilitator, educational writer, speaker, and Zach Rondot - a fourth grade teacher, presenter, and Oakland County Elementary Teacher of the year.2021-06-2248 minWired EducatorWired EducatorThe Expert Effect, an Interview with Zach Rondot and Grayson McKinneyIn this episode of The Wired Educator Podcast, I interview Zach Rondot and Grayson McKinney about their brand new book, The Expert Effect: A Three-Part System to Break Down the Walls of Your Classroom and Connect Your Students to the World. I love this book. The Expert Effect includes practical teaching strategies and QR code links to resources and templates that make it easy to integrate this system into your curriculum. Regardless of the grade level you teach, you'll find inspiration and ideas that will help you engage your students in an unforgettable way. Listen to this episode to...2021-06-031h 01The 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS3 EP3: The Innovator's Guide to the Past, Present, and FutureFor the past few weeks, we have been working on a social studies project which started at looking at Michigan's past and how Henry Ford's Assembly Line has a dramatic change in the world of manufacturing. We have also looked at the present and future to determine what skills and knowledge kids today will need to be successful in the future! As a class, we took a virtual field trip to an Amazon warehouse to see how much factories have changed from the past.2021-05-2509 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS3 EP2: The Innovator's Guide to MindfulnessIn this episode, the 4th Grade Innovators teach you about Mindfulness. Students break down what it means to be mindful, why you should be mindful, how to be more mindful in your life. 2021-05-0506 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS3 EP1: One Year in a PandemicIn this episode, the 4th Grade Innovators describe the last 12 months of living in a pandemic. From virtual school and all the changes and challenges that have come, we hope to inspire you with some ways to stay positive during this time!2021-03-2410 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastEP 5: Positive in a Pandemic - a Kids PerspectiveIn the last two months, our world has completely changed in so many ways. The purpose of this mini-podcast series is to have conversations with my 4th-grade students and to hear how this unique time has affected them and how they are staying positive through it all. This gives a unique look into the COVID-19 pandemic through the eyes of kids. In this episode, I talk with John, Jonathan, and Charlie2020-05-1809 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastEP 4: Positive in a Pandemic - a Kids PerspectiveIn the last two months, our world has completely changed in so many ways. The purpose of this mini-podcast series is to have conversations with my 4th-grade students and to hear how this unique time has affected them and how they are staying positive through it all. This gives a unique look into the COVID-19 pandemic through the eyes of kids. In this episode, the first conversation is with Rishik and Vishaagan and the second conversation is with Micah and Ajita.2020-05-1810 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastEP 3: Positive in a Pandemic - a Kids PerspectiveIn the last two months, our world has completely changed in so many ways. The purpose of this mini-podcast series is to have conversations with my 4th-grade students and to hear how this unique time has affected them and how they are staying positive through it all. This gives a unique look into the COVID-19 pandemic through the eyes of kids. In this episode, I talk with Gianna, Kennedy, and Lauryn.2020-05-1809 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastEP 2: Positive in a Pandemic - a Kids PerspectiveIn the last two months, our world has completely changed in so many ways. The purpose of this mini-podcast series is to have conversations with my 4th-grade students and to hear how this unique time has affected them and how they are staying positive through it all. This gives a unique look into the COVID-19 pandemic through the eyes of kids. In this episode, I talk with Gabe, Myles, Brian, and Cal2020-05-1811 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastEP 1: Positive in a Pandemic - a Kids PerspectiveIn the last two months, our world has completely changed in so many ways. The purpose of this mini-podcast series is to have conversations with my 4th-grade students and to hear how this unique time has affected them, how they are staying positive through it all, and their advice for staying positive during this time. This gives a unique look into the COVID-19 pandemic through the eyes of kids.  In this episode, I talk with Toni Rose, Harshitha, Maddie, and Aurora.2020-05-1807 minFund for Teachers - The PodcastFund for Teachers - The PodcastPositive Psychology in Pandemic TimesIn 2019, Zach Rondot used his Fund for Teachers grant to attend the 6th World Summit on Positive Psychology in Melbourne, Australia, where he learned the principles of Positive Education. He now applies insights he gained in his fourth grade classroom at Costello Elementary in Troy, MI. In this episode, taped during the first week of distance learning due to COVID-19, Zach shares his experiences and resources for helping students stay positive in the midst of a pandemic.Learn more about Fund for Teachers on our Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn pages and apply for YOUR self-designed fellowship at...2020-03-2019 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS2 EP 3: Feed the Positive DogRecently, our class read the book The Positive Dog by Jon Gordon. We were so inspired by all the ideas we learned in this book about feeding the positive dog and starving the negative dogs inside of us. You might be thinking, "What dogs inside of us??" well tune in to learn more and change your life for the positive!2020-02-0308 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS2 EP2: Gratitude is NOT just for Thanksgiving!The 4th Grade Innovators are back with another inspiring episode about the Power of Gratitude. Coming off of Thanksgiving, it's a popular time to be thankful and grateful but we're here to teach you that gratitude is a superpower you should use every day of the year!2019-12-0506 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS2 E1: The Pure Michigan DebateRight now in Michigan, there is a debate on the popular Pure Michigan Campaign and whether it should be funded or not. 4th Graders have been doing research on the topic and in this episode they make their voices heard.2019-11-0606 minTSD World Class PodcastsTSD World Class PodcastsFund for Teachers FellowshipAdam Burns (Athens High School) discusses the benefits of the Fund for Teachers Fellowship with teachers Kate Hoin (Troy High School) and Zach Rondot (Costello Elementary School). "Heartwarming" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/2019-10-0120 minSocial LEADia: Celebrating Awesome on and offlineSocial LEADia: Celebrating Awesome on and offlineEpisode 10: 4th Grade Innovators & 5th Grade Futurists (Student Podcasting)In this episode Grayson McKinney (@GMcKinney2) and Zach Rondot (@mrrondot) and I talk about the "4th Grade Innovators" and the "5th Grade Futurists" and their journey to podcasting with their students. Be sure to check out the podcasts and connect with them. 2019-06-1715 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS1 EP 9: Guide to a Positive Summer VacationIt's the last week of school in Michigan! We wanted to create another podcast episode to teach and encourage everyone to have a positive summer vacation! Have a great summer everyone! Thank you to everyone for supporting our Podcast this year. Stay tuned for more next year! 2019-06-1010 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS1 EP 8: The Epic Guide to Positive LivingIn this episode, we combine all of positive tips we have given you through this podcast in one epic episode. This might be our last episode of the school year so thank you for all of your support!2019-05-1407 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS1 EP 7: Thinking Like an App DeveloperOur class recently completed the first ever Costello Developers Academy! We set out to answer the question, how can thinking like an app developer lead to making a positive impact on the world? In this episode you will hear 4th graders reflect on this question and teach you what they learned about coding and app development! We hope you enjoy! 2019-04-2507 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS1 EP 6: Thinking Like an InnovatorWe've been receiving questions about why we are called The 4th Grade Innovators and what "innovation" means so, we made a podcast episode explaining! hope you enjoy!2019-03-1807 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS1 EP 5: MindfulnessThe 4th Grade Innovators are back with a new episode all about Mindfulness. Mindfulness seems to be everywhere but what exactly does it mean? How can Mindfulness help you? Tune in to find out!2019-02-1407 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS1 EP 4: New Year, New You!In this episodes, the 4th Grade Innovators break down the art of setting meaningful New Year's Resolutions. You'll get tips and tricks to actually stick with your New Year's Resolutions so you can make 2019 the best year ever! We would be so grateful if you left us a review on itunes and subscribed so you never miss an episodes!2019-01-0508 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS1 EP 3: The Magic of Leaving Your Comfort ZoneIn this episode, we talk all about the comfort zone. While being in a "comfort zone" doesn't sound bad, we explain why leaving your comfort zone is the key to an exciting life. Life isn't meant to be boring. Try new things, take risks, and you'll never know where life can take you! Enjoy our episode! Want to stay up to date with new episodes? Subscribe! If you found value in this episode leave us a review on iTunes this helps us reach more people! Stay up to date by following Mr. Rondot on Twitter @MrRondot2018-12-0608 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS1 EP 2: The Power of PositivityWelcome to the second episode of the 4th Grade Innovators Podcast! We are back this week to talk about The Power of Positivity! We discuss what it means to be positive and what it DOESN'T mean to be positive. We talk about the benefits of having a positive attitude and tips you can use to develop a positive attitude in your life! We want to thank everyone who listened to episode 1, we got some amazing feedback from teachers all over the world. We would love to hear your thoughts on our podcast. Please consider leaving a review or sending us...2018-11-1307 minThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastThe 4th Grade Innovators PodcastS1 EP 1: All About The Growth MindsetWelcome to the very fist episode of the 4th Grade Innovators Podcast. In this episode we dive into what it means to have a Growth Mindset. 4th Grade Students answer 5 questions about the Growth Mindset. 1) What is a Growth Mindset? 2) What is a Fixed Mindset? 3) What is the Power of Yet? 4) What is the Dip? 5) Why is it important to have a Growth Mindset? We hope you enjoy this episode and learn something new. If you find this valuable please subscribe, leave us a review, and share it with people you know! Recorded by: Mr. Rondot's 4th Grade Class in...2018-11-0106 min