Episode #287: Dr. Terrance Ruth

Dana GoodierOut of the Trenches Podcast

Dr. Terrance Ruth received his PhD in Public Affairs from the University of Central Florida. He received his Master in Education from Nova Southeastern University and his BA from Oglethorpe University. He completed a national fellowship through Boston College with a certification in nonprofit leadership.  Dr. Ruth is an advocate for public education, once serving as a teacher, principal and … Read More

Episode #275: Dr. Katie Ritter

Dana GoodierOut of the Trenches Podcast

Dr. Katie Ritter is the Chief Learning Officer at Forward Edge in Cincinnati, Ohio. Prior to becoming the CLO she served as the Director for Curriculum & Technology Integration at Forward Edge, working closely with district leaders to help them identify needs of their staff, plan PD and implement the PD. Katie oversees the team of 15+ instructional technology coaches, … Read More

Can Education be a System of Profound Knowledge?

Brian MillerBlog

Should schools be systems-based or people-based? Can it be both? Based on the profound insight of William Denning, Kasey and Brian wrestle with the limitations and opportunities of systems in education. Do we manage failure or investigate its causes? Are our systems failing or are our people struggling? Whose seat is missing at the table? Do numbers really matter? Let … Read More

The destructive and constructive nature of comparison.

Brian MillerSchurtz and Ties Podcast

As educators, we often feel isolated. Sometimes its because we feel less then others and are fearful we will be discovered as a fraud. Other times, we feel isolated because we are successful and we are afraid the spotlight will only isolate us more. Both are unfair. Both are destructive. In this episode, Brian and Kasey talk about the pitfalls … Read More

Curse of Knowledge vs Gap of Knowledge (Part 2): Analyzing the gaps of misunderstanding between teachers and parents

Brian MillerSchurtz and Ties Podcast

Parents and teachers are on the same side; they both want what is best for the child. However, for a variety of fair and unfair reasons, the gap in understanding seems to be at an all-time high. In this episode, Kasey and Brian acknowledge the stereotypes, discuss potential misunderstandings, and offer solutions of empathy for both sides. References:  Made to Stick: … Read More