Assess THAT with Tom & Nat! (Assessment, Feedback, Grading, and Learning)

In Don't @ Me (3:17), Tom questions whether or not society's assertion of "majority rule" is something we all really believe in. Then, Tom is joined by author Zaretta Hammond (14:04) to discuss her 2015 release, "Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain." Finally, in "Assess THAT with Tom & Nat" (1:03:29), Tom and special guest Natalie Vardabasso talk about what aspects of assessment and grading are non-negotiable, and which aspects allow for some philosophical choices. Zaretta on Twitter: @Ready4rigor Zaretta on Instagram: @crtandthebrain Zaretta on Facebook: CRTandtheBrain Zaretta on LinkedIn: Zaretta Hammond Zaretta’s Website: www.crtandthebrain.com   NEW BOOK BY TOM: "Concise Answers to FAQs about Assessment & Grading"     UPCOMING PROFESSIONAL LEARNING   Annual Conference on Assessment & Grading  Austin, TX (July 18-20, 2022) Register Here     Grading from the Inside Out (2-Day Workshop)  Long Beach, CA (September 21-22, 2022) Register Here       Teach Better Conference (CODE: Schimmer22) Akron, OH (October 14-15, 2022) Register Here   Student Agency Institute  Laval, QC (October 24-26, 2022) Register Here   CONNECT WITH NATALIE VARDABASSO Nat on Twitter: @natabasso EduCrush on Twitter: @educrushpod EduCrush Podcast: #EduCrush on Apple   CONNECT WITH TOM SCHIMMER Email: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: @tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com  

In Don't @ Me (3:17), Tom, through highlighting a truly awful travel experience last week, explores how life tests us and how we have to maintain perspective, regardless of how frustrated we might be. Then, Tom is joined by author and "Neuroscience Meets SEL" podcast host Andrea Samadi (27:14) to discuss how SEL competencies positively impact the brain and the physiological development in children and youth. Finally, in "Assess THAT with Tom & Nat" (1:01:47), Tom and special guest Natalie Vardabasso talk about where to begin if you're leading a reform effort in assessment & grading. Andrea on Twitter: @andreasamadi Andrea on Instagram: @andreasamadi Andrea on Facebook: Achieveit360com Andrea on YouTube: Andrea Samadi Andrea on LinkedIn: Andrea Samadi Andrea’s Website: www.achieveit360.com Andrea's Podcast: Neuroscience Meets SEL   NEW BOOK BY TOM: "Concise Answers to FAQs about Assessment & Grading"     UPCOMING PROFESSIONAL LEARNING   Annual Conference on Assessment & Grading  Austin, TX (July 18-20, 2022) Register Here     Grading from the Inside Out (2-Day Workshop)  Long Beach, CA (September 21-22, 2022) Register Here       Teach Better Conference (CODE: Schimmer22) Akron, OH (October 14-15, 2022) Register Here   Student Agency Institute  Laval, QC (October 24-26, 2022) Register Here   CONNECT WITH NATALIE VARDABASSO Nat on Twitter: @natabasso EduCrush on Twitter: @educrushpod EduCrush Podcast: #EduCrush on Apple   CONNECT WITH TOM SCHIMMER Email: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: @tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com  

In Don't @ Me (2:30), Tom explores the issue of negative self-talk and wonders why, if we wouldn’t say negative things to others, we keep saying negative things to ourselves. Then, Tom is joined by educator and author Rick Jetter (14:13) to discuss why students remember their teachers, sometimes forever. Finally, in Assessment Corner (1:03:10), Tom and a special guest co-host talk about what we might underestimate and overestimate in terms of leading change in assessment & grading. Rick on Twitter: @RickJetter Rick on Instagram: @rickjetter Rick on YouTube: Rick Jetter Rick on LinkedIn: Rick Jetter Rick’s Website: www.rickjetter.com Pushing Boundaries: www.pushboundconsulting.com   NEW BOOK BY TOM: "Concise Answers to FAQs about Assessment & Grading"     UPCOMING PROFESSIONAL LEARNING   Annual Conference on Assessment & Grading Austin, TX (July 18-20, 2022)Register Here   Teach Better Conference (CODE: Schimmer22)Akron, OH (October 14-15, 2022)Register Here   Student Agency Institute Laval, QC (October 24-26, 2022)Register Here   CONNECT WITH TOM SCHIMMER Email: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com  

In Don't @ Me (3:13), Tom discusses his concern over a new tactic that could become more divisive than helpful when debating societal issues. Then, Tom is joined by future author and educator Robert Cobbs (13:25) to discuss how he ended up in Puerto Rico and why he founded the non-profit Tech My School. Finally, in Assessment Corner (1:03:10), Tom answers a listener question that has both a literacy and assessment side to it. . Robert on Twitter: @cobbsclass Tech My School on Twitter: @techmyschool Tech My School on Instagram: @techmyschool Tech My School on Facebook: Tech My School Robert on LinkedIn: Robert Cobbs Tech My School Website: www.techmyschool.org   NEW BOOK BY TOM: "Concise Answers to FAQs about Assessment & Grading"     UPCOMING PROFESSIONAL LEARNING   Annual Conference on Assessment & Grading  Austin, TX (July 18-20, 2022) Register Here   Teach Better Conference  Akron, OH (October 14-15, 2022) Register Here   Student Agency Institute  Laval, QC (October 24-26, 2022) Register Here   CONNECT WITH TOM SCHIMMER Email: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com

In Don't @ Me (4:00), Tom discusses the new social media app BeReal which he says has a chance to create a more authentic online experience. Then, Tom is joined by author and speaker Mike Mattos (11:33) to discuss the RTI at Work framework. Finally, in Assessment Corner (58:40), Tom outlines 3 strikes in grading reform that he wants every school to avoid. . Mike on Twitter: @mikemattos65 Mike on Instagram: @mikemattos65 Mike on LinkedIn: Mike Mattos Mike's Website: www.mikemattos.info   NEW BOOK BY TOM: "Concise Answers to FAQs about Assessment & Grading"     UPCOMING PROFESSIONAL LEARNING   Annual Conference on Assessment & Grading  Austin, TX (July 18-20, 2022) Register Here   Teach Better Conference  Akron, OH (October 14-15, 2022) Register Here   Student Agency Institute  Laval, QC (October 24-26, 2022) Register Here   CONNECT WITH TOM SCHIMMER Email: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com

In Don't @ Me (2:45), Tom highlights another sure-fired "happiness killer." Then, Tom is joined by author Mirko Chardin (12:19) to discuss his latest book, "Equity by Design: Delivering on the Power and Promise of UDL." Finally, in Assessment Corner (47:54), Tom talks briefly about the difference between leveled questions and leveled responses and why each can have a place in our assessment systems, but each needs to be kept in its place . Miko on Twitter: @MirkoMilk Mirko on Instagram: @milkmirko Novak Education Website: www.novakeducation.com   NEW BOOK BY TOM: "Concise Answers to FAQs about Assessment & Grading"     UPCOMING PROFESSIONAL LEARNING   Annual Conference on Assessment & Grading  Austin, TX (July 18-20, 2022) https://tinyurl.com/2p8wk635   Student Agency Institute  Laval, QC (October 24-26, 2022) https://tinyurl.com/yakm8df2   CONNECT WITH TOM SCHIMMER Email: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com

In Don't @ Me (2:25), Tom takes aim at any adult associated with AP courses, including parents, by highlighting why adult ego is driving students to overload their academic schedules with AP courses thereby creating an unsustainable and unhealthy school experience. Then, Tom is joined by author and friend Morgane Michael (15:50) to discuss her latest book, "From Burnt Out to fired Up: Reigniting your Passion for Teaching!" Finally, in Assessment Corner (57:16), Tom talks about why scaling or rating learning targets is instructionally unnecessary and can actually serve as a distraction to what matters most. . Morgane on Twitter: @MorganeMichael Morgane on Instagram: @smallactbigimpact Morgane's Website: www.smallactbigimpact21days.wordpress.com From Burnt Out to Fired Up: Purchase Here Kindsight 101: Apple Podcasts   NEW BOOK BY TOM: "Concise Answers to FAQs about Assessment & Grading"     UPCOMING PROFESSIONAL LEARNING Grading from the Inside Out Workshop San Antonio, TX (Apr. 25-26) https://tinyurl.com/4svcwkz6     Standards-Based Learning in Action Workshop  San Antonio, TX (Apr. 27-28) https://tinyurl.com/yvxmvphe     Annual Conference on Assessment & Grading  Austin, TX (July 18-20) https://tinyurl.com/2p8wk635     CONNECT WITH TOM SCHIMMER Email: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com

In Don't @ Me (2:34), Tom opens by sharing why "must be nice" is the most condescending phrase anyone can use. Then, Tom is joined by author and colleague Tony Reibel (11:11) to discuss his latest book, "Small Changes, Big Impact: 10 Strategies to Promote Student Efficacy and Lifelong Learning." Finally, in Assessment Corner (45:19), Tom talks about the single most underutilized formative assessment strategy and that is to get students talking about their learning. . Tony on Twitter: @areibel Tony on Instagram: @areibel22 Tony on LinkedIn: Tony Reibel The Assessor Website: www.assessormag.com Evidence-Based Grading: www.ebgschools.com   NEW BOOK BY TOM: "Concise Answers to FAQs about Assessment & Grading"     UPCOMING PROFESSIONAL LEARNING Grading from the Inside Out Workshop Virtual (Apr. 5 & 12) https://tinyurl.com/mpz947rm San Antonio, TX (Apr. 25-26) https://tinyurl.com/4svcwkz6     Standards-Based Learning in Action Workshop  San Antonio, TX (Apr. 27-28) https://tinyurl.com/yvxmvphe     Annual Conference on Assessment & Grading  Austin, TX (July 18-20) https://tinyurl.com/2p8wk635     CONNECT WITH TOM SCHIMMER Email: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com

In Don't @ Me (2:10), Tom opens by wondering whether "follow your passion" is sound advice for our students. Then, Tom is joined by teacher and podcast host Chey Cheney (10:23) to discuss an array of educational topics. Finally, in Assessment Corner (1:00:47), Tom talks about a very important concept in leading a transformation of your assessment and grading practices and, at the same time, tells you about a new book that he has coming out. . Chey on Twitter: @mrccheney Chey & Pav on Twitter: @StaffPodcast Chey & Pav on Instagram: @cheyandpav Chey & Pav on Facebook: Staff Room Podcast Chey & Pav on LinkedIn: Chey & Pav Chey & Pav's Website: www.cheyandpav.com   "Concise Answers to FAQs about Assessment & Grading"   Grading from the Inside Out Workshop Virtual (Apr. 5 & 12) https://tinyurl.com/mpz947rm San Antonio, TX (Apr. 25-26) https://tinyurl.com/4svcwkz6     Standards-Based Learning in Action Workshop  San Antonio, TX (Apr. 27-28) https://tinyurl.com/yvxmvphe     Annual Conference on Assessment & Grading  Austin, TX (July 18-20) https://tinyurl.com/2p8wk635     Email: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com

In Don't @ Me (2:00), Tom opens with an assertion that on the net, virtue signalling is good. Then, Tom is joined by author, speaker, and leader Jimmy Casas (12:12) to discuss his book "Culturize" and to put the principles into practice.  Finally, in Assessment Corner (51:24), Tom answers the question of how many questions should teachers use on a summative assessment. . Jimmy on Twitter: @casas_jimmy Jimmy on Instagram: @casas_jimmy Jimmy on Facebook: J Casas & Associates Jimmy on LinkedIn: Jimmy Casas Jimmy on YouTube: J Casas & Associates Jimmy & Joe YouTube: Weekly Show Jimmy's Website: www.jimmycasas.com     Grading from the Inside Out Workshop Virtual (Apr. 5 & 12) https://tinyurl.com/mpz947rm San Antonio, TX (Apr. 25-26) https://tinyurl.com/4svcwkz6     Standards-Based Learning in Action Workshop  San Antonio, TX (Apr. 27-28) https://tinyurl.com/yvxmvphe     Annual Conference on Assessment & Grading  Austin, TX (July 18-20) https://tinyurl.com/2p8wk635       "Virtue Signalling" May Annoy Us. But Civilization would be Impossible Without It https://tinyurl.com/jkw9du62 Geoffrey Miller is a Psychology Professor at the University of New Mexico       Email: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com