Episodes

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May 18, 2020

173: Find what works for you. - Chris Anderson chats with us about finding out what works for you, taking chances to try new things, and his journey of sharing his love of science with more people.

Chris Anderson chats with us about finding out what works for you, taking chances to try new things, and his journey of sharing his love of science with more people. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/chrisanderson Chris's Recommendations EdTech Tool: YouTube Books: "An Indigenous People’s History of the United States of America" by Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz "The Golden Compass" by Phil Pullman Podcast: Ologies with Alie Ward Who to Follow on Instagram: @SciAroundCincy The Zoos, specifically @c...
May 15, 2020

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Friday, May 15, 2020

Chad Ostrowski and Kim Strobel drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.facebook.com/g...
May 14, 2020

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Thursday, May 14, 2020

Becky Thal and Phil Strunk drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.facebook.com/group...
172
May 14, 2020

172: Check your heart and mind. - Dr. Shamaine Bertrand chats with us about helping teachers be effective in diverse classrooms, truly knowing who you are teaching, and ensuring every day includes a h

Dr. Shamaine Bertrand chats with us about helping teachers be effective in diverse classrooms, truly knowing who you are teaching, and ensuring every day includes a heart, mind, and equity check. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/shamainebertrand. Shamaine's Recommendations EdTech Tool: YouTube Book: "How to Be Antiracist" by Ibram Kendi Who to Follow on Social Media: @drporcher @DrTMP @blackgazepod YouTube/Podcast/Website/Blog: Teaching Tolerance, Teaching for Change Daily/Weekly/Monthly...
May 13, 2020

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Jeff Gargas and Tyler Cummings drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.facebook.com/g...
May 12, 2020

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Tuesday, May 12, 2020

Rae Hughart and Bryan Zwemke drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.facebook.com/gro...
May 11, 2020

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Monday, May 11, 2020

Rae Hughart drops in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.facebook.com/groups/teachbettert...
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May 11, 2020

171: Reflect and adjust. - Kathleen Almy chats with us about creating the best math experiences possible, adjusting to new ways of teaching, and the awesomeness of educators doing what needs to be don

20+ year teaching veteran, consultant, and author, Kathleen Almy, chats with us about creating the best math experiences possible, adjusting to new ways of teaching, and the awesomeness of educators doing what needs to be done. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/kathleenalmy Episode Highlights 3:00 - Discussing our lives during the COVID-19 / Coronavirus Pandemic. 13:19 - Previewing the episode with Kathleen Almy 16:40 - Kathleen introduces herself. 19:20 - How the COVID-19 / Coronavirus P...
May 8, 2020

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Friday, May 8, 2020

Becky Thal and P. Sloan Joseph drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.facebook.com/g...
May 7, 2020

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Thursday, May 7, 2020

Rae Hughart and Brad Shreffler drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.facebook.com/g...
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May 7, 2020

170: You are more than your evaluation. - Danna Thomas chats with us about dealing with the grief of the COVID-19 / Coronavirus pandemic, recognizing we have to give ourselves permission to take care

Happy Teacher Revolution founder, Danna Thomas, chats with us about dealing with the grief of the COVID-19 / Coronavirus pandemic, recognizing we have to give ourselves permission to take care of ourselves, and remembering that you are more than your formal evaluation. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/dannathomas Episode Highlights 1:43 - Discussing our FREE 6-Week "Better at a Distance" Webinar Series 6:34 - Previewing the episode with Danna Thomas. 9:58 - Danna introduces herself. 15:27...
May 6, 2020

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Monday, May 6, 2020

Chad Ostrowski and Kristen Koppers drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.facebook.c...
May 5, 2020

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Tuesday, May 5, 2020

Rae Hughart and Laura Gilchrist drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.facebook.com/...
May 4, 2020

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Monday, May 4, 2020

Jeff Gargas and the Staff Room Podcast duo of Chey and Pav drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group...
169
May 4, 2020

169: Episode Title - Khandker Ahamed chats with us about self care, empathy, and students being the driving force for what we do.

Khandker Ahamed chats with us about self care, empathy, and students being the driving force for what we do. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/khandkerahamed Episode Highlights 3:10 - Discussing proposal submissions for the 2020 Teach Better Conference. 8:54 - Previewing the episode with Khandker Ahamed. 12:39 - Khandker introduces himself. 18:34 - How Khandker and his company are dealing with the COVID-19 / Coronavirus pandemic. 19:58 - Khandker's failure: One of their partners going to...
May 1, 2020

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Friday, May 1, 2020

Becky Thal and Meghan Deegan drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.facebook.com/gro...
April 30, 2020

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Monday, April 30, 2020

Becky Thal and J Hamilton drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.facebook.com/groups...
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April 30, 2020

168: Talk To Me - Kim Bearden chats with us about getting forced out of our comfort zones, the importance of connections, and the power of patience.

Co-founder and Executive Director of the Ron Clark Academy, Kim Bearden, chats with us about getting forced out of our comfort zones, the importance of connections, and the power of patience. Kim shares the value of watching someone else teach, gives us a look into her upcoming book, and chooses her side: #TeamJeff or #TeamRae. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/kimbearden. Episode Highlights 1:55 - Chatting about our FREE Webinar Series for Teachers: Better at a Distance. 4:25 - Previewing...
April 29, 2020

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Wednesday, April 29, 2020

Rae Hughart and Karen McKinley drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.facebook.com/g...
April 28, 2020

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Monday, April 28, 2020

Rae Hughart and Timothy Alexander drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.facebook.co...
April 27, 2020

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Monday, April 27, 2020

Rae Hughart and LaVonna Roth drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.facebook.com/gro...
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April 27, 2020

167: Breaking through the comfort zone. - Becky Thal chats with us about constantly evolving, getting connected to the team, and breaking through her comfort zone.

5th grade teacher, and Teach Better Team Member, Becky Thal, chats with us about constantly evolving, getting connected to the team, and breaking through her comfort zone. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/beckythal Episode Highlights 0:43 - Discussing the #TeamJeff vs #TeamRae debate - Choose your side at www.teachbetterswag.com! 3:13 - Highlighting Mark Heller (@mheller2115) 6:35 - Previewing the episode with Becky Thal. 10:55 - Becky introduces herself. 13:35 - Becky shares how she go...
April 24, 2020

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Friday, April 24, 2020

Rae Hughart and Tyler Overstreet of Newsela drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.f...
166
April 23, 2020

166: Rhymes With Reason - Austin Martin chats with us about struggling in school, starting his own business, and how he's making learning relevant using music.

Creator and founder of Rhymes With Reason, and Forbes "30 Under 30" educator, Austin Martin, chats with us about struggling in school, starting his own business, and how he's making learning relevant using music. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/austinmartin Episode Highlights 2:50 - Chatting about our new 6-part blog series, "Coming Back Better." 7:37 - Previewing the episode with Austin Martin. 11:45 - Austin introduces himself. 18:55 - Austin's failure: Getting a lot of NOs early on w...