In Don’t @ Me (2:53), Tom opens by asking us all to consider whether we can set our egos aside and be open to being led. Then, Tom is joined by educator and author Connie Hamilton (9:33) to discuss her book, “Hacking Questions: 11 Answers that Create a Culture of Inquiry in your Classroom.” Finally, in Assessment Corner (47:38), Tom … Read More
Reborn a Critic | Livia Chan | Synthesizing Standards
In Don’t @ Me (5:29), Tom declares that in his next life, he wants to return as a critic. Then, Tom is joined by author, speaker, and Teach Better Digital Coordinator Livia Chan (11:16) to discuss the importance of building strong relationships with our students. Finally, in Assessment Corner (55:48), Tom talks about why synthesizing our standards is the only … Read More
Answer the Question | Joe Sanfelippo | Jackpot!
In Don’t @ Me (2:41), Tom shares his thoughts on why it is so important to answer people’s questions, especially in online forums, and why performative pontifications are the highest form of disrespect. Then, Tom is joined by Joe Sanfelippo (8:35) to discuss effective school and district leadership. Finally, in Assessment Corner (51:28), Tom talks about why student investment is … Read More
Spoiler Rules | Lindsay Titus | Sustaining Change
In Don’t @ Me (3:21), Tom outlines what he believes the societal rules surrounding “no spoilers” should be. Then, Tom is joined by Lindsay Titus (11:19) to discuss how educators can maintain some semblance of balance through the inevitable stress that comes with any school year. Finally, in “Assess THAT with Tom & Nat” (51:46), Tom and special guest Natalie … Read More
Teaching Still Matters | Lainie Rowell | Leadership Blindspots
In Don’t @ Me (2:32), Tom expresses his frustration with those teachers who seem to want to run away from referring to themselves as “teachers.” Then, Tom is joined by Lainie Rowell (11:24) to discuss her latest book, “Evolving with Gratitude: Small Practices in Learning Communities That Make a Big Difference with Kids, Peers, and the World.” Finally, in “Assess … Read More