TL;DR: The Teach Better Podcast Summit provided an opportunity for educational podcasters to showcase the work they do. These podcasters provided a plethora of amazing resources, experiences, and advice for educators around the world. As summer began, the Teach Better Team showcased some of the most successful educational podcasters in the industry for our podcast network to learn from their … Read More
Aspire to Lead: The Value of a PLN
TL;DR Build your PLN as you listen, read, and connect. Find support as you connect with others. Being alone as a leader is a choice. The Value of a PLN: Building a PLN For some, building a PLN (a personal or professional learning network) starts with social media, such as Twitter. While it is true that I have been a … Read More
Episode #161: Dr. Chad Lang
Dr. Chad Lang is the Dir. of School Improvement and HR in Glenwood CSD, Glenwood, IA. He is a current author and researcher of grading and assessment; extracurricular participation in schools; school leadership; school improvement. He graduated from University of Northern Iowa with a BA, Social Science Education. He was a High School Government and American History teacher 2005-2013 and … Read More
Tales of a Teacher: Starting a Podcast
TL;DR: Learn all about a new education podcast, The Fandalorians, to hear about pop culture from the perspective of three teachers. This post shares the triumphs and tribulations of starting a podcast. Connecting with Educators One of the things I’ve grown to love about social media (and trust me, I don’t always “love” social media) is that it has connected … Read More
Powerful Podcasting at the Hands of Students
TL;DR: How podcasting can benefit student engagement AND meet content standards. Basic tips for starting a podcast with your students. Why Podcast with Students According to George Washington University, “Students who said they aren’t that motivated at the beginning of class score higher on tests when they listen to podcasts featuring content.” Besides being a fun and engaging way for … Read More