Satchat Radio

What is the difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset? Our guest offers insights on how a growth mindset powerfully impacts academic outcomes. She includes tips on how to cultivate the growth mindset in students and yourself. Follow: @lavonnaroth @bradmcurrie@bamradionetwork LaVonna Roth is a professional development speaker and consultant working with teachers in five countries on understanding how the brain learns married with high-impact, engaging classroom strategies. Having taught elementary and secondary students, she used the knowledge and experience gained to author eight books centered around Brain-Powered Strategies and Lessons and continues her mission to support teachers in meeting today's demands while doing what is best for students. Billy Krakower is a co-moderator and is a Computer & Resource Reading Room Teacher in Woodland Park, N.J.

Our guest offers a clear set of guidelines to help us create world-class learners. One principle is teaching the child versus teaching the subject. Tune in to hear more. Follow: @YongZhaoUO @bradmcurrie@bamradionetwork Yong Zhao currently serves as the Presidential Chair and Director of the Institute for Global and Online Education in the College of Education, University of Oregon, where he is also a Professor in the Department of Educational Measurement, Policy, and Leadership. He is also a professorial fellow at the Mitchell Institute for Health and Education Policy, Victoria University. He has published over 100 articles and 20 books, including Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Dragon: Why China has the Best (and Worst) Education System in the World. Brad Currie is the co-founder of #satchat, a weekly Twitter discussion for current and emerging school leaders. Brad is a Vice Principal and Supervisor of Instruction for the Chester School District in Chester, N.J.

As most educators know, there is often a wide chasm between what the public thinks about our "summer break" and reality. In this segment we discuss some of the ways we are using the summer to recharge based on our individual needs. Follow: @mssackstein @bradmcurrie@bamradionetwork Brad Currie is the co-founder of #satchat, a weekly Twitter discussion for current and emerging school leaders. Brad is a Vice Principal and Supervisor of Instruction for the Chester School District in Chester, N.J. n educator, author, reformer, recovering perfectionist. Starr Sackstein leads by example both in the classroom and on the internet. Tattooed, quirky and opinionated, she takes every opportunity to learn and dispel myths and false expectations. Impassioned writer, photographer and mother.

Teaching is changing, learning is changing and professional development is changing. Education is going global. How do we prepare our students and teachers for global learning? Follow: @wkrakower @JaimeDonally @jen___williams @reeder_cassie @bamradionetwork Jennifer Williams-as the co-founder and lead program developer for Calliope Global, Jennifer Williams works with schools, universities, and organizations from around the world. Jaime Donally is an Instructional Technology Specialist and Founder of @edcampGlobal.Cassie Reeder is currently a third grade teacher and GAFE trainer within her school district in Richardson, TX. Billy Krakower is a co-moderator and is a Computer & Resource Reading Room Teacher in Woodland Park, N.J.

In this segment we take a look at two new education technology resources we discovered in the exhibit hall at ISTE Follow: @bradmcurrie @wkrakower @ScottRRocco @bamradionetwork Julie Sweeney does global teacher outreach for Edcite, she taught middleschool English and Social Studies and lives in Ireland. Talia Arbit was a former science teacher, teaching high school biology and EP environmental science and is product strategist at Edcite. Drew Minock, Daquiri, is an education evangelist co-host and Two Guys Show. Hosts: Billy Krakower is a co-moderator and is a Computer & Resource Reading Room Teacher in Woodland Park, N.J. Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne and host and moderator of edtechchat.

This week we talk with Todd Whitaker about what it takes to create a school culture of greatness. Follow: @bradmcurrie @wkrakower @ToddWhitaker @bamradionetwork Todd Whitaker is a professor of educational leadership at Indiana State University in Terre Haute, Indiana. He has written over 30 books including the national best seller, What Great Teachers Do Differently. Other titles include: Shifting The Monkey, Dealing With Difficult Teachers, What Great Principals Do Differently, Motivating & Inspiring Teachers, and Dealing With Difficult Parents. Brad Currie is the co-founder of #satchat, a weekly Twitter discussion for current and emerging school leaders. Brad is a Vice Principal and Supervisor of Instruction for the Chester School District in Chester, N.J.

This week we talk with Jay McTighe, a partner and extensive collaborator with Grant Wiggins. Follow: @bradmcurrie @jaymctighe @bamradionetwork Jay McTighe is completing his 44th year as a professional educator, teacher, and administrator. He is an education consultant, speaker, and an accomplished author, having co-authored 13 books, including the award-winning and best-selling Understanding by Design series with Grant Wiggins. Brad Currie is the co-founder of #satchat, a weekly Twitter discussion for current and emerging school leaders. Brad is a Vice Principal and Supervisor of Instruction for the Chester School District in Chester, N.J. Billy Krakower is a co-moderator and is a Computer & Resource Reading Room Teacher in Woodland Park, N.J.

This week we talk about the practice of tenure. What are the pros, cons and things to e considered? Follow: @bradmcurrie @wkrakower @gtoppo @gamebelievesScott @bamradionetwork An educator, author, reformer, recovering perfectionist, Starr Sackstein leads by example both in the classroom and on the internet. Tattooed, quirky and opinionated, she takes every opportunity to learn and dispel myths and false expectations. Impassioned writer, photographer and mother. Brad Currie is the co-founder of #satchat, a weekly Twitter discussion for current and emerging school leaders. Brad is a Vice Principal and Supervisor of Instruction for the Chester School District in Chester, N.J.

"Hard fun" is part of great video games. Turns out that the challenge culture of gaming is well suited to encouraging students to learn difficult academic subjects and enjoy it. Learn more... Follow: @bradmcurrie @wkrakower @ScottRRocco @bamradionetwork Greg Toppo is the national education and demographics reporter for USA Today. A graduate of St. John’s College in Santa Fe, N.M., he taught in both public and private schools for eight years before moving into journalism. He worked for four years as a wire service reporter with the Associated Press, first in Baltimore and then in Washington, D.C., where he became the AP’s national K-12 education writer. He is the author of the The Game Believes In You: How Digital Play Can Make Our Kids Smarter. Brad Currie is the co-founder of #satchat, a weekly Twitter discussion for current and emerging school leaders. Brad is a Vice Principal and Supervisor of Instruction for the Chester School District in Chester, N.J. Billy Krakower is a co-moderator and is a Computer & Resource Reading Room Teacher in Woodland Park, N.J.

Join us for a thoughtful discussion of the highlights of the week's #Satchat on systemic change and what's required to make it happen. Follow: @bradmcurrie @wkrakower @ScottRRocco @bamradionetwork Scott Rocco is Superintendent of Schools in Spotswood, N.J., and co-founder of #Satchat. Billy Krakower is a co-moderator and is a Computer & Resource Reading Room Teacher in Woodland Park, N.J. Brad Currie is the co-founder of #satchat, a weekly Twitter discussion for current and emerging school leaders. Brad is a Vice Principal and Supervisor of Instruction for the Chester School District in Chester, N.J.

Some school days are very productive and enjoyable, other school days are extremely challenging. In this segment we talk about the one thing that can transform even the most difficult school day into a great day. Follow: @bradmcurrie @MsSackstein @wkrakower @ScottRRocco @bamradionetwork An educator, author, reformer, recovering perfectionist, Starr Sackstein leads by example both in the classroom and on the internet. Tattooed, quirky and opinionated, she takes every opportunity to learn and dispel myths and false expectations. Impassioned writer, photographer and mother. Brad Currie is the co-founder of #satchat, a weekly Twitter discussion for current and emerging school leaders. Brad is a Vice Principal and Supervisor of Instruction for the Chester School District in Chester, N.J.

In this segment the host becomes the guest. Billy and Scott interview their co-host, Brad Currie, about some of the key ideas in his book, All Hands on Deck. Follow: @bradmcurrie @wkrakower @ScottRRocco @bamradionetwork Brad Currie is the co-founder of #satchat, a weekly Twitter discussion for current and emerging school leaders. Brad is a Vice Principal and Supervisor of Instruction for the Chester School District in Chester, N.J. Billy Krakower is a co-moderator and is a Computer & Resource Reading Room Teacher in Woodland Park, N.J. Scott Rocco is Superintendent of Schools in Spotswood, N.J., and co-founder of #Satchat.

Despite the explosion of educators using social media for professional development and support, most educators are still not connected. What does it take to get more educators connected? Follow: @bradmcurrie @wkrakower @ScottRRocco @bamradionetwork Brad Currie is the co-founder of #satchat, a weekly Twitter discussion for current and emerging school leaders. Brad is a Vice Principal and Supervisor of Instruction for the Chester School District in Chester, N.J. Billy Krakower is a co-moderator and is a Computer & Resource Reading Room Teacher in Woodland Park, N.J. Scott Rocco is Superintendent of Schools in Spotswood, N.J., and co-founder of #Satchat.

In this special edition of #SatChat Radio, Brad and Starr offer perspectives on practical educational topics from their respective points of view. This week they discuss the challenging balancing act educators often face. Follow: @MsSackstein @bradmcurrie @wkrakower @ScottRRocco @bamradionetwork An educator, author, reformer, recovering perfectionist, Starr Sackstein leads by example both in the classroom and on the internet. Tattooed, quirky and opinionated, she takes every opportunity to learn and dispel myths and false expectations. Impassioned writer, photographer and mother. Brad Currie is the co-founder of #satchat, a weekly Twitter discussion for current and emerging school leaders. Brad is a Vice Principal and Supervisor of Instruction for the Chester School District in Chester, N.J.

In this segment our guests draw a sharp distinction between fluency and reading comprehension. Further, they explain why understanding the difference is so important to identifying and solving student's reading challenges. Follow: @bradmcurrie @wkrakower @ScottRRocco @bamradionetwork Scott Rocco is Superintendent of Schools in Spotswood, N.J., and co-founder of #Satchat. Billy Krakower is a co-moderator and is a Computer & Resource Reading Room Teacher in Woodland Park, N.J. Brad Currie is the co-founder of #satchat, a weekly Twitter discussion for current and emerging school leaders. Brad is a Vice Principal and Supervisor of Instruction for the Chester School District in Chester, N.J. David Ciulla, an educator and entrepreneur, is the Executive Director of ReadWorks.org. ReadWorks is a non-profit committed to solving our nation's reading comprehension crisis by providing research-proven curriculum and guidance directly to teachers and instructional leaders online. Katy Laird is the Manager of Social Media and Teacher Support at ReadWorks.org. She has been a guest moderator of #satchat. Billy Krakower is a co-moderator and is a Computer & Resource Reading Room Teacher in Woodland Park, N.J.