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

In Don't @ Me (1:55), Tom opens with a warning to beware of the "just curious." Then, Tom is joined by Rosa Perez-Isiah (9:25) to discuss what it means to create a school culture of equity and access. Finally, in Assessment Corner (51:24), Tom highlights an assessment mantra that brings assessment into balance in any classroom. . Rosa on Twitter: @Rosaisiah Rosa on Instagram: @rosaperezisiah Rosa on LinkedIn: Rosa Perez-Isiah Rosa's Website: www.rosaisiah.com   Grading from the Inside Out Workshop Virtual (Apr. 5 & 12) https://tinyurl.com/mpz947rm Des Moines, IA (Mar. 28-29) https://tinyurl.com/2mfj5bhj 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     Email: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com

In Don't @ Me (2:35), Tom opens by sharing an observation about our convenient relationship with research. Then, Tom is joined by Ken Williams (14:32) to discuss his forthcoming book "Ruthless Equity." Finally, in Assessment Corner (1:03:21), Tom discusses what he believes is an unnecessary overkill when it comes to assessment methods. . Ken on Twitter: @unfoldthesoul Ken on Instagram: @unfoldthesoul Ken on Facebook: Unfold The Soul Ken on LinkedIn: Kenneth C. Williams Ken on YouTube: Unfold The Soul Ken's Website: www.unfoldthesoul.com   Grading from the Inside Out Workshop Virtual (Apr. 5 & 12) https://tinyurl.com/mpz947rm Des Moines, IA (Mar. 28-29) https://tinyurl.com/2mfj5bhj 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     Email: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com

In Don't @ Me (2:04), Tom opens by sharing a personal mantra he uses when the to-do list is piling up and the workload is relentless. Then, Tom is joined by Sascha Heckmann (10:25) who is the Assistant Superintendent for Innovation & Learning at the American School Foundation of Monterrey, Mexico. Finally, in Assessment Corner (45:38), Tom discusses the art of corrections and how we can provide feedback & guidance but still accurately assess students independently. . Sascha on Twitter:@sascha_heckmann Sascha on Facebook: Amplifying Agency Sascha Website: www.8degreesup.com   Grading from the Inside Out Workshop Virtual (Apr. 5 & 12) https://tinyurl.com/mpz947rm Des Moines, IA (Mar. 28-29) https://tinyurl.com/2mfj5bhj 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     Email: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com

In Don't @ Me (2:36), Tom opens with an observation about how people have a funny relationship with money. Then, Tom is joined by MS Assistant Principal and the host of the Teachers on Fire podcast, Tim Cavey (13:50) for a conversation about an array of educational topics. Finally, in Assessment Corner (49:08), Tom answers a listener question about High School GPA, credit & grade determination. . Tim on Twitter: @TeachersOnFire Tim on Instagram: @teachersonfire Tim on Facebook: Teachers on Fire Tim on LinkedIn: Teachers on Fire Tim on YouTube: Teachers on Fire   Grading from the Inside Out Workshop Virtual (Apr. 5 & 12) https://tinyurl.com/mpz947rm Des Moines, IA (Mar. 28-29) https://tinyurl.com/2mfj5bhj 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     Email: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com