In Don't @ Me (2:09), Tom calls on all educators to advocate their positions honestly, rather than resorting to creating caricatures on the other side of a debate. Then, Tom is joined by Dr. Thomas Murrary (9:33) for a conversation about what means for students to be "future-ready." Finally, in Assessment Corner (57:05), Tom (in part 3 of 3) shares his thoughts on which assessment & grading practices are trauma-informed, as they serve to create an atmosphere of calm rather than fear. . Tom Murray on Twitter: @thomascmurray Tom Murray on Instagram: @thomascmurrayedu Tom Murray on Facebook: @thomascmurrayedu Tom Murray on LinkedIn: @thomascmurray Tom Murray on YouTube: Thomas C. Murray Tom Murray Website: www.thomascmurray.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 (2:25), Tom expresses his concern that we - educators and society as a whole - are on the verge of ruining "Wordle," the online viral trend of 2022 so far. Then, Tom is joined by adjunct professor and podcast host Allison Dillard (10:09) for a conversation about MAth instruction. Finally, in Assessment Corner (46:41), Tom (in part 2 of 3) shares his thoughts on why being trauma-informed with our assessment practices is needed. . Allison on Twitter: @AllisonLuvsMath Allison on Instagram: @AllisonLovesMath Allison on Facebook: Allison Loves Math Allison Loves Math Website: www.allisonlovesmath.com Allison Loves Math Podcast: Apple Podcasts Spotify     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 the Podcast: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com

In Don't @ Me (2:51), Tom opens with a question about why society defers to the younger generations to set societal norms and whether they ever get it wrong. Then, the podcast circles back (17:01) to previous guests and how they each defined success. Finally, in Assessment Corner (37:13), Tom begins a three-part exploration or think aloud about trauma-informed assessment practices; part one this week focuses is on the emotional side of assessment.     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 the Podcast: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com

In Don't @ Me (2:05), Tom opens with a warning about how overusing words will ruin them and weaken their impact. Then, Tom is joined by renowned researcher, Susan Brookhart (10:48) for a conversation about a breadth of assessment and grading topics. Finally, in Assessment Corner (1:02:27), Tom shares some experiences he's had in supporting schools and districts in their efforts to transform their assessment and grading cultures and why you, especially if you are part of leading this effort, need to trust the process. . Susan on Twitter: @SusanBrookhart Susan on LinkedIn: Susan Brookhart Susan's Website: www.susanbrookhart.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 the Podcast: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com

In Don't @ Me (2:50), Tom opens this week with a simple question that can shift your mindset away from self-doubt. Then, Tom is joined by educator and author, Heather Lyon (13:15) for a conversation about student engagement. Finally, in Assessment Corner (57:30), Tom revisits an important residual effect of formative assessment and that is becoming more instructional efficient.   Heather on Twitter: @LyonsLetters Heather on Instagram: @cl@lyonsletters     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 the Podcast: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com

In Don't @ Me (1:52), Tom opens this week with a rant about how he's had enough with the educational fluff that seems to be more prominent than ever. Then, Tom is joined by educator, author, and EdTech expert Dr. Monica Burns (12:10) for a conversation about how to effectively and efficiently infuse technology into our classroom practices. Finally, in Assessment Corner (51:48), Tom highlights one simple question you can use to audit your assessment practices and know whether or not it’s something you should continue to utilize.   Monica on Twitter: @ClassTechTips Monica on Instagram: @classtechtips Monica on Linkedin: Monica Burns Monica on Pinterest: Class Tech Tips   Email the Podcast: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com

In Don't @ Me (2:17), Tom opens this week by sharing his #OneWord for 2022. Then, Tom is joined by educator and author Andrew Maxey (11:52) for a conversation centered on his newly released book, "Elephant in the Classroom: Tracing the Complexity of Teaching by Exploring 13 Competencies and Practices."   Finally, in Assessment Corner (58:47), Tom addresses what he sees as an overcorrection in the field with our assessment practices and why trading one restriction for another is counterproductive.   Andrew on Twitter: @ezigbo_ Hedreich on Linkedin: Andrew Maxey   Email the Podcast: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com

In Don't @ Me (1:52), Tom opens with a recent experience that reminded him that even the smallest connections can make the biggest difference. Then, Tom is joined by George Sugai (12:24) in part two of their conversation about PBIS; they specifically talk about positive reinforcement & the critical role of Tier 2 interventions.  Finally, in Assessment Corner (1:08:11), Tom focuses on every educator's assessment journey and the one piece of advice that matters the most!   George Sugai Email: george.sugai@uconn.edu   Email the Podcast: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com

In Don't @ Me (2:11), Tom opens by recounting his work with George Sugai in the early 2000s and describes why George is on his Mount Rushmore of career influencers. Then, Tom is joined by George Sugai (14:04) in part one of their conversation about the origins of the OSEP Center for Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports.  Finally, in Assessment Corner (1:04:28), Tom focuses on the importance of student mindset and belief and how it greatly influences their receptivity to feedback and their willingness to keep learning.   George Sugai does not have a web or social media presence.   Email the Podcast: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com

In Don't @ Me (2:11), Tom opens this week by talking about what career he would have chosen had he not gone into education. Then, Tom is joined by author and podcast host Hedreich Nichols (14:14) for a conversation about the anti-racism work and what it means to be a culturally responsive educator.  Finally, in Assessment Corner (1:02:55), Tom deconstructs six myths of summative assessment and what the research actually says about using assessment evidence to verify and report.   Hedreich on Twitter: @hedreich Hedreich on Instagram: @hedreichnichols Hedreich on TikTok: @hedreich Hedreich on YouTube: Hedreich Nichols Hedreich on Facebook: Hedreich Nichols Hedreich on Linkedin: Hedreich Nichols Hedreich's Website: www.hedreich.com Small Bites Podcast on Anchor.FM: Small Bites     Email the Podcast: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com