Modern Classrooms Project Podcast

TR is joined by Saenovia Smith to talk about how she implements MCP in her kindergarten classroom. Show Notes Elmo document cameras Adam Grant MCP's new progress tracker (in partner ship with Wavio) Connect with Saenovia by email at the219teacher@gmail.com Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week Do you ever wonder how to meet all of your learners’ needs at once? That’s natural! Every student needs different things, and it’s a challenge for any teacher to provide them all at once. Fortunately, there are classroom-tested steps you can take to help all your students achieve their true potential. In this edWebinar, you will discover evidence-based techniques that you can use right away to keep each of your students appropriately challenged—and appropriately supported—every day. Former teacher and Modern Classrooms Project Co-founder Robert Barnett will explain, using insights from his new book, Meet Every Learner’s Needs, as well as the lessons he has learned from empowering thousands of educators worldwide on Tuesday, February 4 at 5pm ET. Register here Join Beth Benavides, Jackie Durr, and Dustin Tatroe, distinguished Modern Classroom Educators, for a live webinar on Tuesday, February 4 at 6pm ET, where they'll share their expertise in transforming your ELA classroom into a dynamic, personalized learning environment. Register here Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Saenovia Smith.

Zach and TR catch up and chat about Zach's new role as a high school media production teacher, planning new courses, and transitioning into different teaching roles with MCP Show Notes Soundtrap Dragon TV Youtube Channel (DCI's student television program) Zach's progress tracker An example of Zach's lessons with animated gifs CleanShot X (excellent screenshot and screen recording application) (also available on Setapp if you have a subscription) Zach's MCP Email address: zach.diamond@modernclassrooms.org Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

This episode is in Spanish. Zach is joined by Rossana Gotuzzo to talk about the basics of the MCP model and how she uses project based learning in her art classes Show Notes Edpuzzle Zach's tracker (el rastreador que usa Zach en su clase) MCP's Comprehensive Guide to Progress Trackers Project Based Learning (aprendizaje basado en proyectos) Connect with Rossana on (pueden conectarse con Rossana por) Instagram @rossanagotuzzoartista or by email at (o por email) rossanagotuzzo75@gmail.com Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week The January session for our Virtual Mentorship Program launches on January 27th and we have scholarship opportunities available for educators in the U.S. and abroad. Many of the opportunities even include a cash stipend and state PD credits upon completion. Apply now to work with a personal mentor and learn how to apply blended, self-paced, and mastery based practices to your classroom. Head to www.modernclassrooms.org/apply-now to learn more and submit your application. We have partnered with Wavio to develop a new progress tracker for our teacher community. This powerful and intuitive tracker was designed with and tested by 20 Distinguished Modern Classroom Educators and is currently being used in over 100 classrooms! Join MCP Co-Founder Robert Barnett, Wavio CEO Dana Kravchick, and fellow Modern Classroom Educators this Wednesday, January 22 at 7pm ET. Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Rossana Gotuzzo.

Zach is joined by Rob Barnett, MCP Chief Product Officer and Co-Founder, to talk about his new book, "Meet Every Learner's Needs," which comes out on February 5th, 2025 Show Notes Rob's upcoming book, "Meet Every Learner's Needs: Redesigning Instruction so ALL Students can Succeed" (and on Amazon) Click here for a chance to win a copy of "Meet Every Learner's Needs" MCP Podcast Episode 12 - Modern Classrooms Founder's Chat (Rob's first time on the podcast) Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week The January session for our Virtual Mentorship Program launches on January 27th and we have scholarship opportunities available for educators in the U.S. and abroad. Many of the opportunities even include a cash stipend and state PD credits upon completion. Apply now to work with a personal mentor and learn how to apply blended, self-paced, and mastery based practices to your classroom. Head to www.modernclassrooms.org/apply-now to learn more and submit your application. Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Robert Barnett.

Zach is joined by Leslie Pittman to talk about her approach to using MCP as an elementary special education teacher. Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog. Show Notes Connect with Leslie on Instagram @leslie_jaybird Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Leslie Pittman.

Zach is joined by Marlene Tapia Garcia and three of her first grade students, Olivia, Arya, and Ethan, to talk about their experience in a Modern Classroom. Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog. Show Notes MCP Podcast episode 138: La Revisión y las Pruebas de Dominio (Marlene's previous episode, entirely in Spanish with an English blog recap) Two-Way Language Programs Spring Math Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Marlene Tapia-Garcia.

Zach is joined by Xian Lu to talk about culturally responsive teaching and the importance of prioritizing authentic relationships with students. Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog. Show Notes MCP Podcast episode 114: World Language Acquisition (more of a focus on language learning, with Xiaomin Sun) Building a Class Contract for Antiracist Learning (the Nearpod lesson Xian mentions) Learning for Justice Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain, by Zaretta Hammond Why Are All the black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria, by Beverly Daniel Tatum You can connect with Xian by email at reninglu@gmail.com and on LinkedIn Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Xian Lu.

Toni Rose is joined by April Burton, who shares her perspective as both a school leader and the parent of a student in an MCP math class. Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog. Show Notes ISTE Connect with April on X (Twitter) @mmeburton and on LinkedIn Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: April Burton.

Hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving! We'll be back next Sunday Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week Are you curious about the impact of your teaching practices? Do you want to delve deeper into student learning and improve your instructional strategies? This webinar is designed to equip educators with the knowledge and skills to conduct meaningful classroom-based research. Join us on Wednesday, December 4, 6pm ET to learn more. Register here.

Toni Rose is joined by Darius Brown to discuss his approach to teaching high school chemistry and using the model to build lifelong learners and scientific thinkers. Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog. Show Notes Darius' Youtube Channel Connect with Darius by email at darius.brown@modernclassrooms.org Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week Want to connect with other educators of color who are creating a more student-centered learning environment? Join our monthly Shades of Excellence meetup on Monday, November 25, 7pm ET. Register here. Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Darius Brown.