160: Don’t try to be perfect. – Katie Decker chats with us about the importance on communication, why you should give yourself a break, and not trying to be perfect.

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Educational Consultant, and 30-year veteran teacher, Katie Decker, chats with us about the importance on communication, why you should give yourself a break, and not trying to be perfect. Episode Highlights 2:17 – Rae shares the most common challenges she has been talking with teachers about during the COVID-19/Coronavirus Pandemic. 12:42 – Previewing the episode with Katie Decker. 16:25 – … Read More

159: Listen first. – Joe Sage chats with us about handling the shift to distance learning, trying new things, and the power of listening first.

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Assistant Principal, Joe Sage, chats with us about handling the shift to distance learning, trying new things, and the power of listening first. Episode Highlights 8:20 – Shout out to Alex Oris for being awesome on one of our Daily Drop Ins. Follow Alex @MrOrisTech. 10:14 – Previewing the episode with Joe Sage. 16:02 – Joe introduces himself. 18:29 – … Read More

Maintaining Rigor Through Distance Learning

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TL;DR: It’s okay to put out activities quickly when first switching to a distance learning model. Once you’ve made the shift, take time to ensure you’re promoting deep thinking and learning. First and foremost… Maintaining rigor is something that’s absolutely important, but may not be the immediate focus or a top priority of your planning. As you shift or begin … Read More

Tech Tools and How to Use Them: Distance Learning Edition

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TL;DR: Distance learning has shifted our focus toward more technology. A curated list of tech tools for recording videos, communicating with stakeholders, and formative assessment. Transitioning from a classroom to distance learning can be quite the change, especially when it feels like it happens overnight. Fortunately, there are many tech tools available to help you make this new transition as … Read More

158: Educational Thrill Seeker – Kelli Coons chats with us about trying new things, taking risks, and finding your people.

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 Literacy Coach, Kelli Coons, chats with us about trying new things, taking risks, and finding your people. Episode Highlights 3:35 – Highlighting Dave Schmittou (@DaveSchmittou) NOT David Schwimmer from Friends. Check out Dave on Teach Better Talk Episode 125. 10:12 – Previewing the episode with Kelli Coons. 14:02 – Kelli introduces herself. 15:55 – Kelli shares how she has … Read More