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Fresh TracksUncovering the power of a good coverSDPB's Lori Walsh speaks with David Hersrud about what makes a cover soar and what makes it fall flat. We hear analysis and a few of their favorite covers.2024-04-0913 min
Spotlight: Conversations From the Sioux Falls School DistrictSDPB Presents: Teacher Talk - The Science of ReadingLearning how to read is one of the most fundamental things a person can do to start their journey of becoming a successful member of society. But did you know that according to a USA Today report, 79% of adults in the USA are literate, and 54% read at or below a 6th-grade level?
The "science of reading" has become a hot-button issue among educators and legislators over the past few years, and while the debate over how to teach students how to read continues, there is universal agreement on its importance.
In this episode of Teacher...2024-01-1011 minSpotlight: Conversations From the Sioux Falls School DistrictSDPB Presents: Teacher Talk - Teacher ResidencyToday our hosts are talking about the ins and outs of teacher residencies - or what many know as "student teaching". This is where aspiring teachers spend time in the classroom of an experienced teacher while preparing to enter their chosen profession.
Some students who go through a residency program state that it gives them more confidence of what to expect during the school year. There are many guides in place to make sure each teacher resident is provided with everything they need to get the most out of their experience.
Gina Benz (teacher at...2023-11-1412 minSpotlight: Conversations From the Sioux Falls School DistrictSDPB Presents: Teacher Talks - How to Become a TeacherHave you ever thought about becoming a teacher? Then you need to listen to this very special episode of Teacher Talk! SDPB host Lori Walsh sits down with Dr. Jackie Wilbur from the USD School of Education and Roosevelt HS teacher Gena Benz to talk about what it takes to become a public school teacher. 2023-10-2719 minSpotlight: Conversations From the Sioux Falls School DistrictSDPB Presents: Teacher Talk - Am I Doing This Right?On this week's episode of Teacher Talk, brought to us by South Dakota Public Broadcasting, Dr. Jackie Wilber (School of Education, USD) and Gina Benz (Teacher, Roosevlet HS, Sioux Falls) sit down with host Lori Walsh to talk about a question every adult has asked themselves at one point in their professional careers: am I doing this right?
It's easy to fall into the trap of feeling "imposter syndrome." The challenges teachers face can make this reality even more burdensome, but throughout the course of this conversation we learn that as long as we put the emphasis...2023-10-1018 minSpotlight: Conversations From the Sioux Falls School DistrictSDPB Presents: Teacher Talk - Punished by RewardsOn this week's episode of Teacher Talk, presented by South Dakota Public Broadcasting, Gina Benz (teacher at Roosevelt HS) and Dr. Jackie Wilber (USD School of Education) have a fascinating discussion about the role rewards play in education, and what tools come into play when measuring the growth of students and how we define success.
This discussion is hosted by "In The Moment" host Lori Walsh, and broadcast here on our podcast with the permission of SDPB. 2023-09-1217 minSpotlight: Conversations From the Sioux Falls School DistrictSDPB Presents: Teacher TalkWe're doing something a little different for a batch of episodes!
The fine folks at South Dakota Public Broadcasting have graciously allowed us to air their new mini-series "Teacher Talk" here on our podcast. These episodes are part of the SDPB program "In The Moment" and are hosted by Lori Walsh.
"Teacher Talk" features a conversation with educators about the state of public education in a variety of contexts. The mainstay guests are Dr. Jackie Wilber with the University of South Dakota, and Gina Benz, a high school english teacher from right here in the...2023-09-0819 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS9:E1 Isn't it Lovely to Understand Intimacy & Sexual Health? with Dr. Laurie LandeenThis episode is brought to you by Ignite Fitness Studio! Ignite is passionate about creating a space where everyone feels safe to bring their authentic selves, celebrating the beauty of diversity and believing that positive change must start from within! Check out Ignite at ignitefitness.studio or the MindBody App!
CW: This episode contains sensitive subject matter, including conversation around intimacy and sexual health.
The content of this podcast episode is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other...2023-07-1832 min
Got Invention ShowGot Invention Show- Guest, Ginger Thompson Inventor of Door HickeyInventor Guest Ginger Thompson: Ginger's life has taken some interesting twists and turns, from being chosen Miss South Dakota USA in 1977 to winning the title of Brookings City Councilwoman in 2005. She holds a Master of Science degree in Journalism from South Dakota State University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mass Communication from the University of South Dakota. She was a television news anchor and reporter at KELO-TV and a producer for South Dakota Public Television before co-founding a marketing and media production company, TV Productions Media. Ginger is the co-producer of the award-winning television program “On Ca...2020-12-2633 min