Every Classroom Matters With Cool Cat Teacher show

Every Classroom Matters With Cool Cat Teacher

Summary: A candid, look at the new big ideas that are transforming classrooms everywhere from a practicing teacher's point of view.

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 How Teachers Can Self-Publish Books | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 10:58

Our guest has published his own ebooks and converted them to printed books. He shares his process and lessons learned. Follow: @coolcatteacher @hopkinsdavid @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech David Hopkins is a leading and respected Learning Technologist from the UK. He earned the award of Highly Commended Learning Technologist of the Year from the Association for Learning Technology (ALT) in 2014, and is the author of several books on and around learning technology and understanding the roles of Learning Technologists. His most recently self-published work is 'The Really Useful #EdTechBook’, which is described as a ’mix of academic, practical and theoretical offerings is a useful recipe book for any Learning Technologist’ by Steve Wheeler, Associate Professor of Learning Technology, University of Plymouth.

 Throwing Students Across the Room Doesn't Work, This Does... | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 11:16

Losing control of the classroom is one of our worst fears. What would you do if a student became defiant or your classroom began to spin out of control? Our guest offers five tips that can prevent you from losing it, or help reel things back in if you do. Follow: @coolcatteacher @SRMiletto @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Steve Miletto is in his 29th year in public education in Georgia. He has been a high school history teacher, assistant principal and high school principal. He is the Executive Director of the Heart of Georgia RESA (Regional Educational Service Agency) where he and his team work with 10 rural school systems to help them meet their needs. He was the 2009 Georgia Principal of the Year and one of three finalists for National Principal of the Year in 2010. He has a podcast called Teaching Learning Leading K12.

 My Lesson Plan Isn't Working, Kids Aren't Learning, I'm Freaking Out | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 9:34

We all have lesson plans that crash and burn. The lesson plan is a disaster, the students are off task and authentic learning is nowhere to be found in the room. It this segment we talk openly about why some lessons go south and how to recover. Follow: @coolcatteacher @teach2inspireu @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Alicia Roberts is currently the Educational Technology Specialist at Paradise Valley Christian Preparatory K-12 and founder of Teach2Inspire,LLC, an educational consulting firm working with districts, schools and teachers to support successful implementation of Technology Instruction related to the Common Core State Standards, and Curriculum Mapping. She has worked with leaders in the industry to design workshops sharing the best free web-based education resources for K-12 educators.

 Moving Students Beyond Making Connections to Making an Impact | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 10:29

Our guest was not satisfied with simply connecting his class and students to the world. His goal was to have his students make a difference in the lives of people in other parts of the world. Follow: @coolcatteacher @hostbrian @bamradionetwork Brian Host is a passionate learner, family man, classroom teacher and ICT Learning Coach. He is particularly interested in how schools are changing in order to accommodate the needs of today's learners and is excited about the possibilities digital technologies offer both teachers and learners, making learning more meaningful, differentiated and individualised. @hostbrian and blogs are http://brianhost.blogspot.com (teaching) & http://classyear2.blogspot.com (class). #edtechchat #edchat #edtech

 How I Motivated My Autistic Students to Publish 63 Books | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 12:23

Our guest had a crazy idea, to help his autistic students learn social skills. He decided to run with it and the result is 63 books published by his students. Learn more... Follow: @coolcatteacher @theipodteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Jon Smith is a husband, father, Apple Distinguished Educator, and scratch golfer. He has been the coordinator of #twima and #twima2.

 Improving Your Teaching Through Student Feedback | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 12:23

Among the many ways we can improve our teaching is student feedback. Our guest shares how he has improved his instruction by listening to students. Follow: @coolcatteacher @shareski @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Dean Shareski is the Community Manager for Discovery Education. He also teaches at Wilkes University. He has been actively pursuing the use and potential of technology for learning for the past decade.

 Yes, Being Excited About What You Teach Matters, but... | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 11:26

Our guest's passion for science is contagious. In this segment, we talk about how enthusiasm for your subject impacts students. Follow: @coolcatteacher @sciencefellow @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech

 Kid President: Kids Inspiring Kids to Change the World | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 11:26

This is the story behind Kid President, a viral sensation that is inspiring kids to help change the world. Follow: @coolcatteacher @thebradmontague @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Brad Montague is an award-winning writer and director. He is creator of Kid President, which began its life online and has grown into a New York Times bestselling book, television series, and movement for good among families, children, and classrooms around the world. He is also the force behind ‘Socktober’-an annual social campaign designed to help connect communities to their local homeless shelters and GO! Camp-a week long experience for teenagers who want to change the world.

 Five Examples of Epic Student Engagement with Minecraft | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 10:30

In this segment, we look at several examples of how Minecraft is being used to powerfully engage students on a variety of academic subjects. Follow: @coolcatteacher @lucasgillispie @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Lucas Gillispie is an Instructional Technologist for Pender County Schools in North Carolina. He is the founder of the WoWinSchool Project, a program designed to explore the educational potential of online games like World of Warcraft with middle schoolers and leads one of the largest school-based Minecraft implementations in the world. Lucas is an internationally recognized speaker, and shares his experiences and resources on his blog: http://www.edurealms.com.

 The One Thing Your Students Need from Teachers and Parents to Do Well in School | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 13:08

Our guest has conducted a meta-study on student achievement, aggregating the insights from 77 studies and 300,000 students. Though many factors shape student outcomes, one factor surfaced as particularly significant. Follow: @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Dr.William Jeynes is a Professor of Education at California State University, Long Beach and has graduate degrees from Harvard University and the University of Chicago. He graduated first in his class from Harvard University and received the Rosenberger Award at the University of Chicago for being named as his cohort's most outstanding student. He has about 140 academic publications, including 95 articles, 12 books, and 35 book chapters.

 Using Powerful Prompts to Inspire Students to Write | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 10:50

Our guest says that great student writing starts with powerful, engaging prompts. Tune in as he shares some prime examples. Follow: @coolcatteacher @spencerideas @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech After teaching middle school for eleven years, John Spencer is now a professor of instructional technology at George Fox University. He is passionate about creativity, design thinking, and digital literacy. He blogs at spencerideas.org.

 Straight A's Are Not Enough: Teaching Kids to Be Excellent Students | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 10:39

We often tell students to pay attention and study for the test. Yet, we rarely teach kids how to be great students. Our guest provide a road map to help. Follow: @teach2inspireu @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Judy Fishel is an award winning teacher, now retired, who has just published her book, Straight A's Are Not Enough: Breakthroughs in Learning for College Students. Howard Gardner says "While this survey of best practices in learning is targeted to college students, its recommendations are useful for learners of all ages."

 How to Recover When Parent -Teacher Relationships Go Sour | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 10:58

Occasionally, parent - teacher relationships go off the rails. Few teachers are prepared to handle these difficult confrontations. In this episode, our guest offers practical guidance and support. Follow: Curriculum Mapping. She has worked with leaders in the industry to design workshops sharing the best free web-based education resources for K-12 educators. @teach2inspireu @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Alicia Roberts is currently the Educational Technology Specialist at Paradise Valley Christian Preparatory K-12 and founder of Teach2Inspire,LLC, an educational consulting firm working with districts, schools and teachers to support successful implementation of Technology Instruction related to the Common Core State Standards, and Curriculum Mapping. She has worked with leaders in the industry to design workshops sharing the best free web-based education resources for K-12 educators. @teach2inspireu

 Getting and Staying In Touch with Every Student | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 11:57

Our guest shares her innovative system for checking-in and gauging the emotional state of every student in her class. Follow: @MsMagiera @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Jennie Magiera is the Digital Learning Coordinator for the Academy for Urban School Leadership, a network of 32 Chicago Public Schools. A White House Champion for Change, Apple Distinguished Educator, Google Certified Teacher and a CPS Tech Innovator of the Year, Jennie works to redefine education through technology. She also hopes to transform professional learning, serving on the Technical Working Group for the US Department of Education’s National Educational Technology Plan and co-founding PLAYDATE.

 How to Get More Volunteers, Donors and Support for Your Classroom | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 12:35

Great teaching is a collaborative effort that involves parents and the broader community. In this segment, we talk about how to get the support you need. Follow: @Kanter @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Beth Kanter has worked in the nonprofit sector for 35 years. She is a speaker, author, blogger, and master trainer who works with nonprofits to build their networks, leadership skills, and measurement techniques using technology. She has trained thousands of nonprofits and social change activists around the world, on every continent except for Antarctica. Her Networked Nonprofit books have been best sellers in the nonprofit sector and she has been recognized a nonprofit and social change influencer by Business Week Magazine and Fast Company.

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