The Cult of Pedagogy Podcast
Jennifer Gonzalez
Teaching strategies, classroom management, education reform, educational technology -- if it has something to do with teaching, we're talking about it. Jennifer Gonzalez interviews educators, students, administrators and parents about the psychological and social dynamics of school, trade secrets, and other juicy things you'll never learn in a textbook. For more fantastic resources for teachers, visit http://www.cultofpedagogy.com.
Episodes
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Nov 19, 2017 • 55min
83: What is an Innovation Class?
Most of us recognize that schools need to change to meet the demands of the information age, but we don't have many models to follow for making that change happen. In this episode, I interview Don Wettrick, who launched an innovation elective in his high school six years ago. He tells me how the program works, why all schools need an innovation class, and how you can start one in your school.
Nov 5, 2017 • 31min
82: Making School a Safe Place for LGBTQ Students
Discrimination and harassment are still a daily reality for many LGBTQ students. In this episode, I share 9 specific things teachers can do to help these students feel safer and more accepted in the classroom and within the wider school culture.
Oct 22, 2017 • 25min
81: The Great and Powerful Graphic Organizer
Graphic organizers can pack a strong instructional punch if you know how to use them. In this episode I review the research on why graphic organizers work so well, list 10 creative classroom uses for them, and offer a few tips so you can implement them effectively.
Oct 8, 2017 • 44min
80: When Students Won't Stop Talking
One thing they don't teach in our education courses is just how freaking much students talk, and how hard it can be to quiet them down. To tackle this problem I went to Michael Linsin, the creator of Smart Classroom Management. In this episode, we look at the reasons students talk when they shouldn't and what you can do about it.
Sep 24, 2017 • 58min
79: Retrieval Practice: The Most Powerful Learning Strategy You're Not Using
The research is clear: Retrieval practice is one of the most powerful ways to learn. In this episode, I talk to Pooja Agarwal about what retrieval practice is and how teachers can start incorporating it into their teaching tomorrow.
Sep 10, 2017 • 43min
78: Four Misconceptions About Culturally Responsive Teaching
Some teachers think they're practicing culturally responsive teaching, when in fact, they're kind of not. In this episode, I interview Zaretta Hammond, author of Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain, to identify and correct four common misconceptions teachers have about how to best help our diverse students thrive in school.
Sep 5, 2017 • 22min
77: What Teachers Want Administrators to Know
After years of hearing teachers' stories, I have reached the conclusion that there is one element that makes the difference in whether the teachers in any given school will lean toward positive and productive or desperate and crushed: That element is the administrator. In this letter, I share the things teachers wish administrators would do to help them become the best teachers they can be.
Aug 27, 2017 • 30min
76: When Your School is Short on Tech
From work-arounds to fundraising to Wi-Fi on the bus, this episode explores 11 creative ways schools are addressing the digital divide.
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Aug 13, 2017 • 28min
75: Making the Most of a 90-Minute Block Class
Whether you're brand-new to block scheduling or you've been doing it for years, this episode will have you handling those 90 minutes like a boss.
Jul 30, 2017 • 20min
74: How to Deal with Student Grammar Errors
The discussion challenges traditional grammar teaching methods, revealing their ineffectiveness. It highlights the struggles educators face with student errors and advocates for a contextual approach. By integrating grammar instruction with meaningful writing, teachers can enhance students' skills. The conversation emphasizes the importance of engaging reading experiences to tackle grammar issues effectively.
