Shifting Schools: Conversations for K12 Educators
Shifting Schools is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the latest trends, strategies, and tools in K-12 education. Hosted by educators Jeff Utecht and Tricia Friedman, the podcast provides a platform for teachers, administrators, and education thought leaders to share their experiences and insights on how to improve teaching and learning. From innovative approaches in classroom management to leveraging technology for personalized learning, Shifting Schools tackles the most pressing issues facing K12 educators today. Whether you are a seasoned teacher or a new educator, this podcast will inspire you to think outside the box and shift your educational approach. Tune in to Shifting Schools to gain new perspectives, share ideas, and join a community of passionate educators who are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of their students.
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Latest episodes
Nov 1, 2021 • 51min
Episode 184: You Don’t Have to Be Brave
Links mentioned in this episode: Explore our new PD menu! https://www.shiftingschools.com/menu Download our free guide here: https://www.shiftingschools.com/free-pdfs Teachers are Barely Hanging On. Here’s What They Need.https://www.cultofpedagogy.com/barely-hanging-on/ Debbie Lovich: 3 tips for leaders to get the future of work righthttps://www.ted.com/talks/debbie_lovich_3_tips_for_leaders_to_get_the_future_of_work_right The Nap Ministry https://twitter.com/TheNapMinistry
Oct 25, 2021 • 59min
Episode 183: Unpacking Project-Based Learning
Thank you to our sponsor Tract Use code SHIFTINGSCHOOLS at teach.tract.app today! Get started with free resources at teach.tract.app/resources Links from this episode PBLWorks https://www.pblworks.org/ Storyline Design, www.storyline.org to learn more about the Storyline approach. GRASPS task overview from Wiggins and McTighe 2006. 3 Common PBL Problems and Solutions (from Edutopia) 5 PBL Pitfalls to Avoid (From Edutopia) Environmental Science and PBL Book - (published by ISTE) Lucas Educational Research on PBL International Storyline Conference in Gothenburg, Sweden, March 25-27, 2022 https://storyline.education/outputs/conference-in-gothenburg Creating Worlds, Constructing Meaning: The Scottish Storyline Method, by Jeff Creswell, published by Heinemann Books https://www.heinemann.com/products/07244.aspx
Oct 18, 2021 • 13min
Episode 182: Assessment: Snapshots of the Learning Journey
Links mentioned in this episode: Explore our new PD menu! https://www.shiftingschools.com/menu Download our free guide here: https://www.shiftingschools.com/free-pdfs Learn more about our free webinar https://www.shiftingschools.com/webinars
Oct 11, 2021 • 21min
Episode 181: Deep Listening: A Deep Dive
Links mentioned in this episode: Explore our new PD menu! https://www.shiftingschools.com/menu Download our free guide here: https://www.shiftingschools.com/free-pdfs Connect with today’s guests on Twitter https://twitter.com/techiehouse https://twitter.com/ianhoke https://twitter.com/ramsdensuzy https://twitter.com/fayleong
Oct 4, 2021 • 10min
Episode 180: Creative Communication Creates Wonderment
Links mentioned in this episode: Explore our new PD menu! https://www.shiftingschools.com/menu Download our free guide here: https://www.shiftingschools.com/free-pdfs Marianne Stenger’s Article https://www.edutopia.org/blog/why-curiosity-enhances-learning-marianne-stenger
Sep 27, 2021 • 31min
Episode 179: Building it Together
Links mentioned in this episode: Explore this weeks sponsor: Tract: https://teach.tract.app/ Access Code: ShiftingSchools Download our free guide here: https://www.shiftingschools.com/free-pdfs Connect with our guests on Twitter: @Shei_Asc @KristinaPennell @realsabijoy @tsbray @_WISEducation @Such__is__life Connect with Sabrina Joy Stevens https://linktr.ee/realsabijoy Our Sept. 30th learning opportunity: https://www.shiftingschools.com/ss-pdpathway-seltoolkit
Sep 22, 2021 • 33min
Episode 178: Key Conversations that are Crucial for Teams
Links mentioned in this episode: Download our free guide here: https://www.shiftingschools.com/free-pdfs Connect with our guests on Twitter: @dphelps1113 @NIS_Head @KanakoSuwa @johnjoricher @_WISEducation @jackiefrens @angemolony @klbeasley @JenLongmire1 Our Sept. 30th learning opportunity: https://www.shiftingschools.com/ss-pdpathway-seltoolkit
Sep 15, 2021 • 11min
Episode 177: Pushing the Restart Button
Links mentioned in this episode: Download our free guide here: https://www.shiftingschools.com/free-pdfs Articles quoted from: https://www.ascd.org/el/articles/why-teacher-teams-are-more-critical-than-ever https://www.gse.harvard.edu/news/uk/21/08/why-coalitions-aren%E2%80%99t-just-political-campaigns Our Sept. 30th learning opportunity: https://www.shiftingschools.com/ss-pdpathway-seltoolkit Verification: h0ucIU7AkP8oH4LOMByK
Sep 8, 2021 • 11min
Episode 176: Sustaining the Start...
Links mentioned in this episode: Download our free guide here: https://www.shiftingschools.com/free-pdfs Article quoted from: https://www.jstor.org/stable/24484250 https://www.edutopia.org/article/6-exercises-get-know-your-students-better-and-increase-their-engagement https://nickalchinuwcsea.blogspot.com/2021/08/golden-thread-to-grasps-whennlost.html Learn about Podcast PD: https://www.shiftingschools.com/podcast-pd Nameshouts: https://www.nameshouts.com/
Sep 1, 2021 • 9min
Episode 175: The Art of the Start
Links mentioned in this episode: Download our free guide here: https://www.shiftingschools.com/free-pdfs Article quoted from: https://www.edutopia.org/article/play-will-be-more-important-ever-preschool-year https://www.npr.org/sections/ed/2014/08/06/336360521/play-doesnt-end-with-childhood-why-adults-need-recess-too https://www.forbes.com/sites/tracybrower/2019/03/03/boost-productivity-20-the-surprising-power-of-play/?sh=2fb21ca37c05 On offer: https://www.shiftingschools.com/store
