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Scientifically Supported Reading Instruction
This episode is part of a two-part series on the topic of scientifically supported reading instruction. Joe Burns is a regional product manager for Capstone, an educational technology and publishing… Read More
The Deeper Learning approach at the Ulster (NY) Board of Cooperative Educational Services
In 2023, Deeper Learning Global (DLg) awarded the Ulster, New York, Board of Cooperative Educational Services (Ulster BOCES) with the “Deeper Learning” designation. Ulster Superintendent Dr. Jonah Schencker discusses this… Read More
Artificial Intelligence in the Classroom
Following the release of Chat-GPT and other Artificial Intelligence (AI) platforms, teachers and administrators at all levels of education have worked to react to both the possibilities and problems of… Read More
Dr. Cynthia Wise and the Culture Conscious Campus Model
Dr. Cynthia Wise has developed a career-long track record of turning low-performing schools into schools of distinction. Currently the Principal and Chief Academic Officer of the Transformation Waco Charter Schools… Read More
Providing Teletherapy Support for English Language Learners
Sam Torres is a bilingual case manager for VocoVision, a company that provides teletherapy services for students across multiple specialties. Sam discusses specific strategies for promoting success for English Language… Read More
Using Teachergram for Sustained Professional Development
In special education, as well as the larger teaching field, there exists significant needs for ongoing professional development where teachers can orient with affinity groups that provide support and feedback… Read More
The Need for Computer Science Education
Since the time of Sputnik, national education reform initiatives have made the case for integrating science, technology, engineering, and math into education at greater levels. Dr. Whitney Dove, CEO of… Read More
A case study of internships at the Ulster (NY) Board of Cooperative Educational Services
Internships are commonly identified as a high-impact learning opportunity for students attending higher education institutions. Less frequently are internships discussed as a valuable learning tool for high school students. In… Read More
Global competence skills and Artificial Intelligence: A discussion with Dana Mortenson
Following the release of ChatGPT, artificial intelligence has rapidly become one of the most disruptive technology innovations in education. Though still early in adoption, the near-future impact of AI on… Read More
Nigel Nisbet on the Neuroscience of Learning Math
Learning math is hard, but could it be made easier if we had better ways to introduce math to students? Nigel Nisbet is a math expert and Vice President of… Read More
Ardis Kadiu Discusses Artificial Intelligence
https://ohio.streamguys1.com/TeachingMatters/mp3/703_ArdisKadiu_220831.mp3 Digital transformation increasingly shapes how students interact with schools and universities. Ardis Kadiu is a computer scientist who is also founder and CEO of Element451, a company specializing in… Read More
Dr. Julia Olayanju on Teaching Science and Nutrition
https://ohio.streamguys1.com/TeachingMatters/mp3/702_JuliaOlayanju_220824.mp3 Dr. Julia Olayanju is a research geneticist who has become a disruptor in the food industry. Her most recent project, FoodNiche-ED, is a platform that empowers teachers to make… Read More
Using Data Science in PK-12 Education
https://ohio.streamguys1.com/TeachingMatters/mp3/701_LaToyaBlackshear_JoySmithson_220823.mp3 For our new season of Teaching Matters, we begin with a discussion of how data sciences can be used by school districts to promote teaching effectiveness and student… Read More
Bringing the Smithsonian to your Classroom
The Smithsonian Education program is the largest museum-based education program in the world. Providing students and faculty of all ages with access to content experts and primary source materials, the… Read More
Using TikTok to teach Math
https://ohio.streamguys1.com/TeachingMatters/mp3/508_EllyBlancoRowe.mp3 As students prepare for state testing in math, finding ways to help students re-engage previously learned material is essential. In this episode we explore a pilot-project in New… Read More
Narrating Student Wellbeing through Animation
https://ohio.streamguys1.com/TeachingMatters/mp3/507_AnneBrownJimMazza_220217.mp3 Student wellbeing is rapidly emerging as a critical area of concern for educators at all levels. Dr. James Mazza, Professor of Education at the University of Washington, and Anne… Read More
Food Games: Gamified Simulations To Teach Health Concepts
This is the second episode in a two-part series exploring how faculty at Excelsior College, based in Albany NY, are using gamified simulations to teach course concepts. Dr. Anna Zendell,… Read More
Teaching Matters: Empathy in Learning
https://ohio.streamguys1.com/TeachingMatters/mp3/403JenniferDegenhardt.mp3 Jennifer Degenhardt is a Spanish teacher and author of several student-oriented books that raise cultural awareness while also helping to teach second language skills. A core premise of her… Read More
Episode 402 : A Follow Up on Behavioral Nudges
https://ohio.streamguys1.com/TeachingMatters/mp3/402PersistencePlus2_210405.mp3 In the 2018, Episode 120 of Teaching Matters, we learned about Persistence Plus, a communication platform that uses text messages to give students behavioral nudges toward academic success. Now,… Read More
Talking about Unconscious Bias in Schools
Tracey A. Benson is the co—author, with Sarah Fiarman, of a recently published book titled “Unconscious Bias in Schools: A Developmental Approach to Exploring Race and Racism.” In this discussion,… Read More
Ideation in Digital and Augmented Reality
The first of a two-part series on augmented and virtual reality, this episode how ideas behind effective simulations start. Dr. Patti McSteen, Associate Dean of Students at Ohio University and… Read More
Episode 207: Micro-Credentialing to Empower Teachers w/ Lynette Guastaferro
Teaching Matters is not just a great name for a podcast, its also a great name for an organization devoted to teacher development. Today’s guest is Lynette Guastaferro, the CEO… Read More
Episode 206 : Terri Givens
Excellence in teaching and learning is increasingly tied to the need for assessment. As both students and methods of instruction change, faculty are called upon to assess learning in ways… Read More
Episode 205 : Ron Regev, Chief Music Officer for Tonara
Learning to play a musical instrument presents a number of winding paths for students. Besides needing to learn concepts related to music theory, students must also integrate their conceptual understanding… Read More
Ecuador Series Program 3— Service Learning in the Field
In addition to the project-based work surrounding the fight against Chagas disease, students and faculty engaged in service learning project. In this episode, participants described two of the project. Following… Read More