In Don’t @ Me (3:17), Tom, through highlighting a truly awful travel experience last week, explores how life tests us and how we have to maintain perspective, regardless of how frustrated we might be. Then, Tom is joined by author and “Neuroscience Meets SEL” podcast host Andrea Samadi (27:14) to discuss how SEL competencies positively impact the brain and the … Read More
Negative Self-Talk | Rick Jetter | Assess THAT!
In Don’t @ Me (2:30), Tom explores the issue of negative self-talk and wonders why, if we wouldn’t say negative things to others, we keep saying negative things to ourselves. Then, Tom is joined by educator and author Rick Jetter (14:13) to discuss why students remember their teachers, sometimes forever. Finally, in Assessment Corner (1:03:10), Tom and a special guest … Read More
Allowed an Opinion? | Robert Cobbs | What Are You Assessing?
In Don’t @ Me (3:13), Tom discusses his concern over a new tactic that could become more divisive than helpful when debating societal issues. Then, Tom is joined by future author and educator Robert Cobbs (13:25) to discuss how he ended up in Puerto Rico and why he founded the non-profit Tech My School. Finally, in Assessment Corner (1:03:10), Tom … Read More
BeReal with Me | Mike Mattos | 3 Strikes in Grading Reform
In Don’t @ Me (4:00), Tom discusses the new social media app BeReal which he says has a chance to create a more authentic online experience. Then, Tom is joined by author and speaker Mike Mattos (11:33) to discuss the RTI at Work framework. Finally, in Assessment Corner (58:40), Tom outlines 3 strikes in grading reform that he wants every … Read More
Must Be Nice | Tony Reibel | Get Them Talking
In Don’t @ Me (2:34), Tom opens by sharing why “must be nice” is the most condescending phrase anyone can use. Then, Tom is joined by author and colleague Tony Reibel (11:11) to discuss his latest book, “Small Changes, Big Impact: 10 Strategies to Promote Student Efficacy and Lifelong Learning.” Finally, in Assessment Corner (45:19), Tom talks about the single … Read More
