Mike Szczepanik and Brian Arnot chat with us about finding ways to better meet the needs of out students, doing things you believe in, and providing more accurate feedback. Mike and Brian’s Recommendations EdTech Tool: Mike: Everything Google Brian: Seesaw Book: Mike: “Stop Talking and Start Influencing” Jared Cooney Horvath Brian: “Culturally Responsive Teaching & THE BRAIN” by Zaretta Hammond. … Read More
AWC Episode #21: Award Winning Dog
In this episode, Jennifer and Hans share the origin story on their new character education picture book series. Later, Jennifer explores her all time favorite picture book. Listen on your favorite podcast platform! More Episodes
Grading in the New Normal
TL;DR: Maintaining student motivation and accountability in a gradeless classroom. Using grades to communicate and provide feedback. Grading practices that promote a passion for learning, a willingness to take risks, and an increased investment in progress. Education has undergone monumental shifts over the past few months. Whether you are in the classroom, in a leadership role, a district office, or … Read More
Essential Reflection & Goal Setting
TL;DR: It is essential that educators reflect and set goals in the same way we ask our students to. Choosing your medium to self-reflect is a necessary step to start your journey of reflecting and goal setting. A few years ago I became obsessed with student goal setting and reflection. I read every piece of research I could get my … Read More
Instruction in the New Normal
TL;DR: To prepare for any scenario, materials, lessons, and activities should be accessible to students anywhere and anytime. Teachers should create non-time dependent instructional plans that flow from one learning environment to another. Utilizing mastery and standards based grading to focus on targeted objectives provide a pathway to success. Things Are Different Now. No matter how you look at education … Read More
