EduGladiator, Marlena Gross-Taylor, looks to inspire all of us in “the arena” of education. She helps us to see the beauty in “letting plates fall” and being perfectly imperfect. No matter what leadership title she may have or have had, Marlena is a teacher first, and she shares some incredibly powerful advice for not just new teachers, but all … Read More
11: Break the script – Adam Dovico encourages us all to take risks and try something new.
Principal, author, Ron Clark Academy Alum, and “chameleon,” Adam Dovico, talks to us about thinking on your feet, doing whatever is needed, and why he’s excited for the movement toward student-centered learning. Adam discusses why you need to come to peace with not getting everything done by the time you leave each day, how his district is rolling out their … Read More
10: Don’t be afraid – Roman Nowak shares how his failures have led him to where he is, and why you should not be afraid to try things.
Roman Nowak is a High School Teacher, a Student Success Leader, and an Agent of Transformation. He shares with us why he wears all 3 title proudly. Roman talks with us about how his failures have led him to where he is today. He also explains why you need to live your emotions, go through it, give yourself new objectives, … Read More
09: Passion-Based Learning – Tal Thompson shares the power of PBL and why he doesn’t really like the phrase “teacher.”
In this episode, “Tall Tal” Tal Thompson takes us into his classroom, the “Innovation HUB” and shares why he doesn’t really like the phrase “teacher.” Tal discusses his passion for PBL, and why creating authentic experiences is where our focus needs to be. As a Facilitator Of Learning Experiences, Tal talks about being a risk-taker, teaching his students to embrace … Read More
07 – Make Learning Sparkle – Kim Snodgrass shares her unique journey, and how you can make learning sparkle for you and your students.
In this episode, Kim Snodgrass shares her unique journey to being a teacher, why you need to be on Twitter, and how she makes learning sparkle with her love of EduGIFs. Kim touches on why she always looks forward to building relationships, and points us toward a ton of amazing educators we should be following. Episode Highlights 1:50 – Kim describes … Read More
