Teaching Learning Leading K-12 show

Teaching Learning Leading K-12

Summary: This audio podcast is comprised of interviews and solo shows focused on providing ideas and resources for K-12 teachers and school-based administrators. It is updated weekly. Dr. Steven Miletto has been an educator in Georgia for 31 years. He has served public school families as a history teacher, assistant principal, and high school principal. In 2009, he was the Georgia Principal of the Year and a finalist for NASSP/MetLife National Principal of the Year in 2010. Currently, he is the executive director of the Heart of Georgia RESA.

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 Revisiting Rigor in the RTI and MTSS Classroom with Barbara R. Blackburn & Bradley S. Witzel - 228 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 51:24

  Today I am revisiting, Rigor in the RTI and MTSS Classroom: Practical Tools and Strategies (Routledge, 2018) with the authors Barbara R. Blackburn and Bradley S. Witzel.   In their book, the authors "show you how to develop rigorous RTI and MTSS programs that will support students and lead them to lasting success. Written in a clear, engaging style, Rigor in the RTI and MTSS Classroom offers an in-depth discussion of the issues facing students with academic problems as well as practical strategies for all teachers." Barbara and I first talked about Rigor in the RTI and MTSS Classroom in episode 194. This topic is extremely popular and so we decided to revisit the content and this time the book's co-author, Bradley S. Witzel was able to join us. Barbara and Brad explain RTI and MTSS and we talk about everything from why training on RTI and MTSS is needed as well as we look at some evidence-based strategies that can be used in the classroom.   We also take a look at a couple of the chapters and discuss all of the resources that the authors provided the readers. Lots to learn today. Thanks for listening and sharing. Have a great day! Episode 194 of Teaching Learning Leading K12 Find out more and connect: Barbara R. Blackburn www.barbarablackburnonline.com https://globalgurus.org/education-gurus-30/ www.routledge.com/eyeoneducation https://www.routledge.com/Rigor-in-the-RTI-and-MTSS-Classroom-Practical-Tools-and-Strategies/Blackburn-Witzel/p/book/9781138193383 https://twitter.com/BarbBlackburn https://www.pinterest.com/barbblackburn/ https://www.facebook.com/BarbaraRBlackburn/ https://www.amazon.com/Barbara-R.-Blackburn/e/B001JP4CC2/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2?qid=1524661800&sr=8-2 Bradley S. Witzel witzelb@winthrop.edu https://twitter.com/BradWitzel https://www.guilford.com/author/Bradley-S-Witzel https://us.sagepub.com/en-us/nam/author/bradley-s-witzel https://www.winthrop.edu/coe/faculty/default.aspx?id=50692 https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-witzel-37a3987 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_D_93UGRL58 https://www.amazon.com/Bradley-S.-Witzel/e/B001JRRFVA Length - 51:24

 Chuck Stetson Talks About Using the Bible in Schools - 227 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 41:02

  Chuck Stetson is the CEO of Essentials in Education (EIE) and today on Teaching Learning Leading K12 we are talking about using the Bible in schools. Essentials in Education (EIE), the parent company of Bible Literacy Project, was founded by Chuck Stetson and the Stetson Family Office. Its mission is to provide quality educational resources that enrich lives. EIE's publications have focused on topics of importance to its American audience: Bible Literacy, Marriage and Family, Character, Leadership, and the founding documents of the U.S. However, with its recent entrance into the global community, EIE has expanded to address issues beyond the academy and beyond the walls of the church. Creating Academic Content that Enriches Lives Globally is its new focus. Essentials in Education (EIE), is a non-profit foundation providing educational materials to primary, secondary and collegiate institutions.  Formed in 2001 EIE programs are taught in 45 states and globally. Taught as an English or social studies high school elective course, Bible Literacy is found in 650 high schools in 45 states and has a ten percent market share in six states – Texas, Alabama, Georgia, Indiana, Tennessee, and South Carolina. Chuck is a speaker on education in a variety of venues including to business leaders, community leaders, the staff of Congress, The White House and leading universities. He has appeared on FOX News, CBS Sunday Morning and The TODAY Show. His work at EIE has been featured in numerous Associated Press articles, The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Newsweek, and in TIME Magazine. He has a BA from Yale University and is a graduate of Columbia University’s Graduate School of Business with an MBA. Find out more:  https://www.essentialsineducation.org/ https://www.teachthebibleinschools.org/ http://www.bibleliteracy.org/ Length - 41:02

 New Year's Resolutions - 226 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 25:09

New Year's resolutions are difficult to keep. Actually, I think that is an understatement. For many, they are almost impossible to keep. But that shouldn't stop you from making them, it just means that you need to understand why they often fail and what steps you can take to do better at successfully attaining them. Did you know that one key factor in keeping resolutions is that you have to find some enjoyment in pursuing them? As a classroom teacher or building administrator, we should have promises that we make ourselves. We should know what we need to do more of, be better at, or just try to do more of...right? Keep in mind that you want to identify something that you would find some enjoyment in learning or getting better at doing. Here are three questions that you could ask yourself to help get you going in the right direction: (Be honest with yourself and it would be helpful to get yourself a journal and write these down and reflect on your answers.) 1. I want to learn more about ______________________. 2. I want to do better at __________________________. 3. I struggled this year with _______________________. After answering these questions you can then create realistic goals that will help you be more successful in what you do every day to help kids achieve their dreams. Here are some thoughts about what you might write in the blanks above: 1. Engagement 2. Contact with parents 3. Using formative assessment 4. Understanding more about and using differentiation successfully 5. Vocabulary acquisition 6. Put more stuff away 7. Classroom management 8. Seek out unique hooks for class instruction 9. Reach out to be involved in school or district committees 10. Take steps to connect with more of your students 11. Ask better questions 12. Identify which students may get overlooked because they are quiet and not easily involved in class  I'll bet you could double the number on this list. But don't get overwhelmed, just identify what you want to accomplish (remember to find that thing that you would enjoy doing or learning about), don't name too many, and set a reasonable/attainable goal. Give yourself a deadline to start and a deadline to check your progress. Next thing you know you will be successful in accomplishing your New Year's Resolution! Happy 2019!  Check out these links for more information about New Year's Resolutions:  The Psychology Behind Why We Can't Keep New Year's Resolutions Given Up On Your New Year's Resolution? Try Again (The Right Way) Top 10 Reasons You Don't Stick to Your Resolutions And How to Keep it from Happening this Year.   Length- 25:09

 20 Low-tech Gifts for that Classroom Teacher on Your List - 225 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 27:33

20 Low-tech Gifts for the Classroom Teacher on Your List. Do you remember as a kid making a list for Santa? Did you ever sit with the Sears Wishbook or the JC Penney's Christmas catalog and circle, rip-out pages or fold the pages so that you could mark just exactly what you wanted? Ok, for those of you who missed that era Toys-R-Us, Wal-Mart, and Target have created their shopping guides. (Just not really the same thing...) Do you have a teacher to buy for? Here are my 20 suggestions for gifts for the classroom teacher in your family or who just so happens to be on your list: 1. Chart Paper 2. Mini-whiteboards 3. Dry erase markers 4. Colored folders 5. Pencils (Box of 500) 6. Painter's Tape 7. Baskets 8. Reading books - age appropriate 9. Bean bag chairs 10. Pencil boxes 11. Collapsable/ foldable tables 12. Folding chairs 13. Craft supplies 14. Rulers, measuring tapes 15. Scissors 16. Pencil sharpener 17. Clocks 18. File cabinet  19. Clothes tree/Coat tree 20. Dorm rug; Colorful carpet Hope this gives you some ideas. Have fun! Enjoy the holidays! Length - 27:33

 The Kindness Advantage with Dale Atkins and Amanda Salzhauer - 224 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 49:19

       The Kindness Advantage: Cultivating Compassionate and Connected Children - Everyday Ideas for Raising Kids Who Care (2018) "provides parents with a practical and concrete guide to equip their child with the skills they need to have a positive influence on the world." The Kindness Advantage "will show parents how to help their child form compassionate habits that will last a lifetime." I think that every classroom teacher and school administrator should read "The Kindness Advantage." The authors explain the fundamentals of kindness as well as share why kindness is important. Dale and Amanda's book can help conversations that pop up in our classes as well as in the school as a whole. It is easy to read and use.  Dale V. Atkins, PhD is a licensed psychologist with more than forty years of experience as a relationship expert focusing on families, wellness, managing stress, and living a balanced, meaningful life. Author of six books and many chapters, articles, and journals for popular and professional audiences, Dale is a featured speaker who leads seminars worldwide about raising responsible and charitable children Dale is a frequent guest expert in the media. Dale has a private psychology practice in New York City. She has two children and six grandchildren and lives in Connecticut. She can be found on Twitter @DrDaleAtkins, Facebook, and at www.drdaleatkins.com Amanda R. Salzhauer, MSW has worked as a social worker in clinics and private practice. She has been a member of several nonprofit boards, including Riverdale Neighborhood House and the Board of Overseers for the Dartmouth Center for Social Impact. She has three children and lives in New York City. Thanks for listening. Enjoy!  Connect with Dale and Amanda and Learn More: www.thekindnessadvantagebook.com http://www.drdaleatkins.com/ https://twitter.com/DrDaleAtkins https://www.pinterest.com/thekindnessadvantage/ https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessadvantage/ https://www.instagram.com/thekindnessadvantage/ www.hcibooks.com https://twitter.com/HCI_Books Length- 49:19

 Teachers at Work: Designing Schools Where Teachers and Students Thrive with Talia Milgrom-Elcott - 223 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 37:07

    Teachers at Work: Designing Schools Where Teachers and Students Thrive is a new report produced by 100Kin10. Today, I'm talking with Talia Milgrom-Elcott the co-founder and executive director of 100Kin10.  Teachers at Work: Designing Schools Where Teachers and Students Thrive focuses on what needs to happen in schools to make its teacher corps want to stay and inspire youth. In the introduction of the report, this is stated: “When teachers flourish as professionals in schools, they leave the classroom far less frequently and have significantly  higher satisfaction.” Talia talked with me about this statement as well as much more concerning the future of schools, its students, and its teachers. Under her leadership, 100Kin10 which is focused on training and producing  100,000 STEM teachers in 10 years is becoming a reality as more than 250 leading organizations from across sectors have come together to make the goal possible by 2021. Talia is a frequent public speaker and moderator, focusing on social innovation, science and technology, education, philanthropy, and the tenuous balancing act that is running a start-up, being a mother and trying to have a life. Widely known for her thought leadership, she has been published or profiled in The Washington Post, The Boston Globe, the Smithsonian, CNN Money, and US News and World Report. Talia lives in Brooklyn with her husband and three children. Great information. Lots to learn and share. Connect with Talia and Download the Report- Teachers at Work: Designing Schools Where Teachers and Students Thrive. https://100kin10.org/ Email: info@100kin10.org Link to Teachers at Work: Designing Schools Where Teachers & Students Thrive https://twitter.com/100kin10 https://www.facebook.com/100Kin10 Length - 37:07

 Cinque Henderson talks about his book: "Sit Down and Shut Up" - 222 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:11:34

  Cinque Henderson is the author of "Sit Down and Shut Up: How Discipline Can Set Students Free" (St Martins Press/New York 2018).  Cinque was a school substitute teacher in Los Angeles, California for a year. His book is based on his experiences. He has a wonderful writing style that makes you want to keep reading. I am sure that you will identify with many of his experiences. We talked about Cinque's book, his experiences, and his thoughts about what should be changed in education. Cinque is a graduate of Harvard University. He has written for HBO’s The Newsroom and Showtime’s The Chi. His work has appeared in The New Yorker, The New York Times and The Washington Post. Lots to think about. Thanks for listening. Enjoy!  Connect with Cinque and get a copy of Sit Down and Shut Up: How Discipline Can Set Students Free. http://cinquehenderson.com/ https://twitter.com/jesuiscinque https://www.instagram.com/cinquehenderson/ https://read.macmillan.com/lp/sit-down-and-shut-up/ https://www.amazon.com/Cinque-Henderson/e/B07J4ZBLTH/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_1 cinquehenderson@gmail.com Length - 1:11:34

 Which Teachers, Educators, or Mentors Do You Owe Thanks? - 221 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 49:07

It's time to give thanks. It's Thanksgiving. Normally, we are focused on sharing thanks with our families, our relatives, our immediate family members. But today, I am asking you to think about those one time strangers who made a difference in your life. I am asking you to think about those teachers, educators, or mentors who took an interest in you and helped you push through or succeed when you needed it. I'm talking about thinking about those individuals who went beyond what they get paid to do and helped you somehow or someway. So do you have someone in mind? Does thinking about giving thanks this way make you think of more than one person? Hmmm, maybe you need to create a gratitude list and start sending handwritten notes and emails of thanks to those who positively impacted your life while you were in school. Today, I share with you three of the people I would like to say thanks to: 1. 7th Grade Bus Driver 2. 5th Grade Teacher 3. 11th and 12th Grade English Teachers. I hope that you will stop and think about this and actually create your list and then reach out and say thanks. Thanks for listening. Enjoy.   Length - 49:07

 Rigor and Differentiation in the Classroom with Barbara R. Blackburn - 220 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 52:53

   Dr Barbara Blackburn talks with me today about her book, Rigor and Differentiation in the Classroom: Tools and Strategies. (2019, Taylor & Francis) Barbara has dedicated her life to raising the level of rigor and motivation for professional educators and students alike. She is a Top 30 Global Guru in Education, has taught early childhood, elementary, middle, and high school students and has served as an educational consultant for three publishing companies. A few of her book titles are: Rigor made easy: Getting Started Rigorous Schools and Classrooms: Leading the Way Rigor in Your Classroom: A Toolkit for Teachers Rigor in Your School: A Toolkit for Leaders Literacy from A to Z Rigor for Students with Special Needs Motivating Struggling Learners: 10 Ways to Build Student Success Rigor is Not a Four-Letter Word Rigor and Assessment in the Classroom Rigor in the RTI and MTSS Classroom: Practical Tools and Strategies She often can be found working with teachers and administrators in workshops as well as presenting at state, national, and international conferences. Barbara is an amazing writer and teacher. She creates books that teachers can read and put into action immediately. She has a wonderful gift for making the difficult easy to understand and to use. Lots to learn! Thanks for listening! Check out Barbara's Quick Reference Guide to Rigor just published by ASCD. Rigor Quick Reference Guide with ASCD Make sure that you check out the links below especially the link to the Graphic Organizer for Math Word Problems that Barbara talked about as well as the link to her website's free resources. Learn More and Connect with Barbara: www.barbarablackburnonline.com https://globalgurus.org/education-gurus-30/ http://www.barbarablackburnonline.com/free-resources/ http://bit.ly/GraphicOrganizerMathWordProblems (The organizer that Barbara talked about.) www.routledge.com/eyeoneducation https://www.routledge.com/Rigor-and-Differentiation-in-the-Classroom-Tools-and-Strategies/Blackburn/p/book/9780815394471 https://twitter.com/BarbBlackburn https://www.pinterest.com/barbblackburn/ https://www.facebook.com/BarbaraRBlackburn/ https://twitter.com/RoutledgeEOE https://twitter.com/routledgebooks https://twitter.com/RoutledgeEd Length - 52:53

 The 7 Mindsets with Scott Shickler - 219 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:07:34

Scott Shickler talks with me about his book The 7 Mindsets: To Live Your Ultimate Life written by Scott and Jeff Waller. You're going to enjoy Scott's passion and positive outlook on life. We talk about what makes ultra successful people successful and he explains the 7 mindsets. We dive into the purposeful formatting of the book and its fantastic message. Additionally, we discuss the services that 7 Mindsets offers to schools and school systems.  A little bit about Scott, Scott Shickler is one of the world’s leading experts on personal empowerment and entrepreneurship. The Wall Street Journal referred to him as “a serial and parallel entrepreneur,” due to the number of businesses he has launched in diverse industries. Collectively, his companies have grossed over $37 million in industries ranging from software to seminars and real estate to retail. Scott is the author or co-author of eight books, including The Ultimate Entrepreneur and The 7 Mindsets to Live Your Ultimate Life. He has been featured in a variety of media, including CNN, ABC and NBC News, The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal. A graduate of Fordham University, Scott grew up in New York and now lives in Atlanta with his wife and two sons. I hope that you enjoy this awesome talk about how the 7 mindsets can be used to create a desire for learning and can assist you in developing a positive climate. You will be inspired. Thanks for listening.  Don't forget to go to 7mindsets.com/scott  Where you will be able to download your copy of The 7 Mindsets book and to sign-up for quotes of the day. When you are asked for the special code use my name - Steve (It's not case sensitive.) Connect and Learn More: https://7mindsets.com/ https://www.instagram.com/7mindsets/ https://www.youtube.com/user/7MindsetsTV https://www.pinterest.com/7mindsets/ https://twitter.com/7Mindsets https://www.facebook.com/7Mindsets/ https://7mindsets.com/contact/ Length - 1:07:34

 Steve Miletto talks about 3 Scary (ok, not really scary) moments for a teacher - 218 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 29:37

  3 Scary (Ok, not really scary) Moments for a Teacher  There are times when a classroom teacher has to address some issues or take care of a situation that can really feel scary sometimes. Today, I'm sharing three of these types of moments and my thoughts about dealing with them. 1. It's Monday morning and the principal or your evaluator steps into your room to observe you teach. 2. A student challenges your authority. 3. You have to call a parent. Today, I share some thoughts to help. Thanks for listening.  Check out some other helpful resources: 2 Things Not to Say When You Are Angry with a Student's Behavior Shhhh - Doesn't Work #1 Rule When Dealing with an Angry Student - Be the Adult 12 Tools for a Successful Start to the New School Year 9 Thoughts for Successful Daily Lesson Plans 10 Secret Ingredients for Better Unit Planning Classroom Management - Consequences Classroom Management - Rules Classroom Management - De-escalation Length - 29:37

 Math for America with Megan Roberts - 217 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 46:11

   Math for America is focused on changing the way we think about teachers and teaching in America. MfA's goal is to improve retention nationally by establishing a network of independent programs that support communities of accomplished mathematics and science teachers across the country.   Dr. Megan Roberts is the executive director of Math for America. Prior to joining MfA, she served for four years as the executive director for the Office of Innovation within the New York City Department of Education. She began her career in education as a science teacher in Manhattan where she was also a middle school principal and then Regional Director for STEM. Dr. Roberts is a past Woodrow Wilson Science Teaching Fellow; a Fulbright Memorial Teaching Fellow; and a Columbia University Science Teacher Research Fellow, for which she now serves on the advisory board. Megan has published articles and presented nationally and internationally on topics in geosciences, science education, professional development, educational technology, and innovation in education. We had a wonderful talk. Math for America is doing amazing things! Makes me want to teach math and science - awesome collaboration and professional development. Check out the links below to find out more about the amazing work that teachers are doing in MfA as well as how MfA supports teachers and their work with children. Thanks for listening. Please share with your colleagues and friends. Find out more information: https://mathforamerica.org/ https://mathforamerica.org/videos/all https://www.facebook.com/mathforamerica https://twitter.com/mathforamerica https://www.instagram.com/mathforamerica_/   Length - 46:11

 Mark C Perna and Answering Why - 216 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 49:35

  Mark C. Perna is the founder and CEO of TFS (Tools for Schools) in Cleveland, Ohio, a full-service strategic consulting firm whose mission is to share and support every client’s passion for making a difference. Today we are talking about his book - Answering Why: Unleashing Passion, Purpose, and Performance in Younger Generations, which was written to help educators, employers, and parents understand Generations Y and Z and inspire them to greater performance in all areas of life. As an international expert on Generations Y and Z, Mark has devoted his career to empowering educators and employers to unleash the tremendous potential of today’s young people, both in the classroom and on the job.Parents, schools, districts, businesses, and state organizations across North America have successfully used Mark’s insights and strategies to connect more effectively with the younger generations. A dynamic and motivational public speaker, Mark frequently delivers keynote speeches at national and statewide events. He has published numerous articles in national publications as a recognized voice in student engagement and success. Mark is passionate about the mission that he has created for himself. You will hear his energy and drive as we talk. Check out his comments about his favorite line from Apollo 13 (the movie) and tell me that it doesn't become your favorite line as he explains why he remembers it. Lots to learn. His book is easy to read and is written such that you want to keep reading. Thanks for listening. I hope that you will share it with your colleagues and friend. Check out the links below to find out more about Mark, his book Answering Why: Unleashing Passion, Purpose, and Performance in Younger Generations, and so much more.   Connect with Mark: https://www.markcperna.com/ https://www.markcperna.com/book/ https://www.beawade.com/blog/ https://twitter.com/MarkPerna https://www.instagram.com/mark_c_perna/ https://www.facebook.com/markcpernaleadership/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ9CDLB_kNDpmdCoUe3SO5g https://www.tfsresults.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/markperna/   Length - 49:35

 Julia Freeland Fisher and Who You Know -215 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 46:03

    Julia Freeland Fisher is the author of Who You Know: Unlocking Innovations That Expand Students’ Networks (Wiley, 2018). The book focuses on emerging tools and practices that leverage technology to radically expand who students know – their stock of “social capital” – by enhancing their access to and ability to navigate new peer, mentor, and professional networks. Julia is the director of education research at the Clayton Christensen Institute. She leads a team that educates policymakers and community leaders on the power of disruptive innovation in the K-12 and higher education spheres through its research. Join us as we have an awesome conversation concerning the importance of teaching kids about the power of connecting with others - networking. One of the awesome takeaways is that the teaching of networking needs to go beyond the skills and actually focus on helping the students find and become part of networks that they may have very little or no access to without help.  Who You Know: Unlocking Innovations That Expand Students’ Networks is an excellent read that will make you want to start counting the ways that you can integrate networking into your daily plans. This was an awesome talk that opened my eyes to a very real need. Thanks for listening and sharing!  Find Out More: email Julia: jfreeland@christenseninstitute.org https://www.christenseninstitute.org/blog/author/juliaf/ https://www.christenseninstitute.org/ https://www.wiley.com/en-us/Who+You+Know%3A+Unlocking+Innovations+That+Expand+Students%27+Networks-p-9781119452935 https://www.amazon.com/Who-You-Know-Unlocking-Innovations/dp/1119452929 https://www.eschoolnews.com/ercs/unlocking-innovations-that-expand-students-networks/ https://www.educationnext.org/not-just-what-but-who-you-know-matters-freeland-fisher-excerpt/ https://www.aei.org/multimedia/expanding-students-networks-viewpoint/ https://www.sxswedu.com/speaker/julia-freeland-fisher/ https://twitter.com/juliaffreeland https://twitter.com/ChristensenInst Length - 46:03

 Classroom Management: Shh-ing and Pleading Does Not Work - 214 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 24:25

Getting better at classroom management requires that you be specific in who you address for what off-task behaviors and that you handle it now. Today, I am talking about the inability of more shhh-ing and pleading to help you manage student behaviors in your class. Instead, you need to follow the next three guidelines: 1. Go to the specific person(s) 2. Follow your rules and consequences 3. Don't ignore the real issues Thanks for listening. Other Classroom Management Topics: It's Ok to Start Over - episode 85 Consequences - episode 86 Rules - episode 87    Length - 24:25

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