The Balance, by Dr. Catlin Tucker

Eric Dahlberg, CEO of eSpark Learning, a tech innovator dedicated to confident learners, dives into the transformative role of AI in education. He discusses how AI can personalize learning experiences, enhancing student engagement and independence. Dahlberg addresses the balance between playful personalization and academic integrity, as well as the significance of equity for diverse learners. He emphasizes practical applications of AI tools like ChatGPT and the importance of nurturing relationships for educators embracing technology.

The end of the year is the perfect time to pause and take stock of what worked well and what needs reimagining for the next school year. Before going on a much-deserved summer break, take a moment to pause and be a reflective practitioner. That way, you have those notes to return to when you are ready to think about a new school year! Things to Revamp for Next Year

I answer your questions about the flipped classroom model in this Ask Catlin episode. You'll also hear about the famous person I would most like to meet for coffee and conversation.  If you want to learn more about the flipped classroom model, check out my mini-course.  If you have questions about education, blended learning, or work-life balance, please send them to me via Twitter @Catlin_Tucker or Instagram @CatlinTucker. 

In this episode, Alice Keeler and I chat about student engagement. It's easy to spot but hard to design for. We discuss the power of leveraging technology, incorporating interactive tools, and embracing student-centered learning practices to increase engagement. We explore strategies teachers can use to reimagine this work to engage their students (and find more balance in their practice)!   AliceKeeler.com @AliceKeeler Alice Keeler Scripts   The Add-on https://workspace.google.com/marketplace/app/notice_wonder_form/1016219374108   Minecraft world https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RV70tNaT4WYHLOu6U8puTEDqxQhY1u1i/view   Polypad for Fractions https://mathigon.org/polypad/TrPFdlQAIRusKg    Polypad for Frequency Table https://mathigon.org/polypad/0UYVHDpWaDF4g

In this mini-episode of The Balance, Dr. Catlin Tucker discusses how teachers can weave social-emotional learning skills into their work with students using the core competencies in the CASEL Framework as a guide. This episode focuses on the first competency: social awareness.  CASEL Framework   Social-Emotional Learning Part V: Social Awareness

In this mini-episode of The Balance, Dr. Catlin Tucker discusses how teachers can weave social-emotional learning skills into their work with students using the core competencies in the CASEL Framework as a guide. This episode focuses on the first competency: relationship skills.  CASEL Framework   Social-Emotional Learning Part IV: Relationship Skills

I answer your questions about the station rotation model in this Ask Catlin episode. You'll also hear about my most embarrassing moment from grade school.  If you're interested in learning more about the station rotation model, check out my mini-course.  If you have questions about education, blended learning, or work-life balance, please send them to me via Twitter @Catlin_Tucker or Instagram @CatlinTucker. 

In this mini-episode of The Balance, Dr. Catlin Tucker discusses how teachers can weave social-emotional learning skills into their work with students using the core competencies in the CASEL Framework as a guide. This episode focuses on the first competency: responsible decision-making.  CASEL Framework   Social-Emotional Learning Part III: Responsible Decision Making

On episode 27 of The Balance, Dr. Catlin Tucker invites Dr. Tim Shanahan, educator, researcher, and education policy-maker focused on literacy education, to discuss literacy across all subjects, student agency, and finding balance in education.  Tim Shanahan's Website

In this Ask Catlin episode, Catlin answers teachers' questions about technology tools and tech integration. Check out this episode if you've ever wondered when to use technology or which technology tools to use in a lesson.    Check out Catlin's Education Technology Tools for a Blended Learning Environment (bit.ly/BlendEDUTools)