Education Uncharted

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What’s propelling the future of education forward? Education is more than memorization and test taking. True learning permeates every aspect of our lives. It doesn’t end once we leave the classroom. It’s about creating learning experiences that last a lifetime. Education Uncharted is where you turn to make that a reality. Join host Amanda Bratten as she reignites the spark that led you to education. You’ll learn from the greatest minds breaking you out of the status quo and leading you into exciting, uncharted territory. Their conversations equip you with a new way to think, lead, and teach. Because the greatest gift we can give is education.

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  1. 2023/11/15

    How to Empower Schools and District Staff with Chris Beals

    Trust and support are pivotal in creating positive relationships within school districts and the stronger those ties are, the more a district can thrive. In this episode, host Amanda Bratten speaks with Chris Beals, Project Manager for the Washington Association of School Administrators or WASA, a seasoned educator with over 28 years of experience in supporting administrators and teachers. Throughout the episode, Chris emphasizes the significance of understanding the realities faced by educators in the classroom and he shares practical strategies that district administrators can implement to build stronger, more positive relationships with their staff. Listen in to discover the transformative power of empathy, effective communication, and taking the time to truly listen to teachers' challenges and triumphs. Learn how even a small amount of trust can empower educators to take risks, grow professionally, and ultimately enhance student learning experiences. You’ll learn how to: Create a trusting environment where educators feel supported and valued Demonstrate genuine support and foster a collaborative culture where everyone feels heard and understood Be intentional in your decision-making to create a more meaningful and effective learning experience for our students Key moments to listen for: [02:25] Chris’s journey into education [04:02] Inspiring others to see their own potential [09:19] "Exquisite instruction is about being intentional in every moment." [16:04] Lessons from Ted Lasso [22:36] Noticing and naming the good work of educators [25:14] Takeaways from the conversation Stay Connected with Chris: On the webOn Linkedin

  2. 2023/10/18

    From Mistakes to Growth: How Inquiry-Based Learning Sparks Classroom Innovation

    As educators, it's essential to model curiosity and encourage students to explore ideas. By asking questions, we can uncover hidden barriers and understanding. In this episode, host Amanda Bratten sits down with Lisa Thayne and Katie Hovanec from the Propello team to discuss the power of inquiry-based learning. These outstanding educators share their experiences and insights on creating a dynamic learning environment where students are engaged and eager to explore. They discuss practical strategies that will help educators implement inquiry-based learning in their classrooms and foster deep, meaningful connections with their students. Listen in to learn how to ask the right questions to encourage students to arrive at their own answers and provide students with the framework to observe, organize, and question to connect the dots and truly understand the material. You’ll learn how to: Embrace discomfort as part of the learning process to create a classroom environment that fosters critical and creative thinkingReflect on and learn from failures, it’s a crucial component of inquiry-based learningFoster engagement by asking students how they arrived at their answers and encouraging them to make connections with their own experiences and perspectives Stay Connected: On the web - https://propello.com/On LinkedIn - Lisa and Katie

  3. 2023/10/04

    Student-Centered Learning and its Role in Revolutionizing Education

    In today's rapidly evolving educational landscape, the traditional model of schooling is being redefined to better engage and empower students in their learning journey.  Join host Amanda Bratten as she sits down with Dr. Elizabeth Dean, Director of Learning at The Village School in Virginia. Noticing the gaps and opportunities in the educational landscape from her own experience as a student, Elizabeth chose to become an educator who is paving a new approach to teaching and learning as we know it. A proponent of student-centered learning, Elizabeth encourages project-based learning, play, and curiosity as key components of an engaging and impactful education. Join us as we explore student-centered learning and what it looks like to give students more agency in traditional educational settings.

  4. 2023/08/23

    Bridging the Gap: How Dr. Tonya Clarke is Making Learning Relevant and Exciting for Students

    From mathematics to literature, the world of learning is full of endless discovery. Beyond memorizing facts and figures, learning is made meaningful when it is made relevant. This shift in our teaching approach is essential to help our students build a solid and genuine understanding of their learning materials.  Join host Amanda Bratten as she sits down with a trailblazer in education, Dr. Tonya Clarke, Mathematics Coordinator at Clayton County Public School System. Driven by a profound belief in the power of educational practices., Dr. Clarke has reimagined the classroom experience. From cultivating perseverance and problem-solving skills to instilling precision and deeper understanding, her teaching philosophy transcends equations and formulas. She equips students with the tools to decipher structures, enabling them not only to solve math problems, but to craft their own equations with newfound confidence. Join us as we discuss Dr. Clarke's teaching strategies that have reshaped the landscape of math education in her district and explore how her innovative approach is equipping students with skills that transcend the classroom and extend into their broader lives.

  5. 2023/08/09

    Challenging the Status Quo: Redefining Success and Accountability in Education

    Creating an inclusive learning space for all students is quite a challenge, and even experienced educators are still grappling with meeting every student's needs. Join host Amanda Bratten and special guest Anthony Vargas, a passionate advocate for talent development and equitable education, for an exciting conversation about the needs of gifted and advanced learners. We'll also delve into the significance of adopting a growth mindset. In this episode, Anthony highlights the lack of formal training for teachers and its repercussions on underserved students. We'll also explore Anthony's three-pronged change process for success, which involves policy, accountability, and support. As a teacher, administrator, and student, Anthony inspires us to introspect on our contributions to inequities and take action to foster a more inclusive and nurturing education system. Get ready to dive into this thought-provoking conversation and discover how we can all play a role in shaping a brighter future for our students.

  6. 2023/07/26

    Creating Schools Where Every Student Belongs: How Luma Mufleh is Changing Lives Through Education

    Education is all about community. Every student needs a support system they can rely on. In this inspiring episode, host Amanda Bratten sits down with Luma Mufleh, an activist, author, entrepreneur, and founder of Fugees Family, the only network of schools in the U.S. dedicated to refugee and immigrant education. A Jordanian immigrant of Syrian descent, Luma shares her personal experiences and how they have fueled her unwavering commitment to empowering refugee and immigrant children through education. Throughout the conversation, Luma imparts invaluable lessons on creating change. She emphasizes the importance of not taking no for an answer and fearlessly advocating for what is needed to ensure the success of her students.

  7. 2023/06/28

    Culture and Connectedness: Taking Teaching from Good to Outstanding

    A school's culture and connectedness play a vital role in establishing an exceptional learning environment for students. It is the shared responsibility of teachers and principals to actively maintain the health and well-being of this environment. Join host Amanda Bratten for an insightful conversation with Peter DeWitt, a former teacher and principal (now leadership coach), as they discuss building healthier and more effective teams within a school. In this episode, Peter shares his experience on topics such as success criteria, collective efficacy, teacher autonomy, and developing a collaborative learning environment. Along the way he emphasizes the importance of good teaching and measuring impact in decision-making, while also sharing practical tools for enhancing communication and engagement during presentations and workshops. Through Peter’s first-hand experience, learn how trust and honest feedback are crucial for creating a culture of connectedness and taking something from good to outstanding.

  8. 2023/06/14

    Language as Power: Empowering Students and Educators in the Learning Journey

    Language is more than just words – it holds the key to extraordinary opportunities and endless potential for our students. Join host Amanda Bratten in a captivating conversation with Sarah Ottow, a renowned educator and author of The Language Lens for Content Classrooms, as they delve into the transformative power of language. In this episode, Sarah shares her expertise on the intricate art and science of language learning, emphasizing the dedication and sustained effort required from all stakeholders. Along the way, you’ll discover the significance of empowering teachers to shape language learning pathways and the necessity of internal collaboration within educational communities.  Through Sarah's inspiring words, we learn how immersing oneself in diverse perspectives and experiences can enrich teaching practices and facilitate language learning in diverse classrooms. Ultimately, she reminds us that, regardless of our backgrounds or languages spoken, we share a common human experience and a passion for education.

  9. 2023/05/31

    The Art of Storytelling Within the Classroom

    Teachers face an uphill battle as they strive to engage students and facilitate  meaningful learning. Additionally, each student possesses a unique learning style and pace, making it difficult to design a one-size-fits-all approach to teaching. TikTok superstar, Phil Cook, joins host Amanda Bratten to share what he’s learned within his many years of teaching. For over two decades, Phil has learned what drives his student’s overall retention, which led him to integrate creative practices to grab his students’ attention.  Phil has a desire to make science education exciting and accessible for all students through hands-on experiments and creative teaching methods. In this episode, he explains those methods that help demonstrate real-world relevance of science to students. Additionally, he taps into the art of storytelling, and how to engage students who may have negative preconceptions about science. You’ll also learn about the importance of tapping into technology as he shares his journey in becoming viral on TikTok. To learn more about Phil’s knowledge, recommendations, and passions within teaching, click the links in the comments.

  10. 2023/05/17

    Teaching Content Vs. Teaching Skill with Natalie Wexler

    Teaching content vs teaching skills. Two very important concepts that are important for students to have. But what’s the best approach and how do you teach them in a way that’s both interesting and impactful?  Author of The Knowledge Gap, Natalie Wexler, joins host Amanda Bratten to share what she’s learned in her research and observation. It all started when Natalie discovered the lack of coverage of education reform in DC, which inspired her to write about education to help teachers blaze a new path forward.  In this episode, she shares how long-term memory storage of relevant information helps relieve the burden on working memory, allowing for better understanding and retention of new information. She also discusses the Hochman Method of writing that she covers in the book she co-wrote with Judith Hochman, The Writing Revolution, and how this method reinforces existing knowledge in a practical, but interesting way. Press play to learn more about the cognitive science behind teaching effective writing and how to bridge the knowledge gap in classrooms.  You’ll learn:  How to improve students' reading comprehension by teaching content knowledge along with reading skillsHow to encourage knowledge building through writingWhy reorganizing classroom libraries by topic, not just reading level, will help your students’ comprehension skills Timestamps:  [02:01] Getting to know Natalie [03:38] Inspiration for writing The Knowledge Gap [07:21] Comparing skills-focused with knowledge-building curriculum in early elementary classroom  [13:21] A good curriculum focuses on building knowledge logically through read-alouds and discussion [18:54] The value of content-based questions and organizing classroom libraries by topic  [25:51] Reinforcing methods from The Writing Revolution

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    Introducing Education Uncharted

    What’s propelling the future of education forward? Education is more than memorization and test taking. True learning permeates every aspect of our lives. It doesn’t end once we leave the classroom. It’s about creating learning experiences that last a lifetime.  Education Uncharted is where you turn to make that a reality.   Join host Amanda Bratten as she reignites the spark that led you to education. You’ll learn from the greatest minds breaking you out of the status quo and leading you into exciting, uncharted territory. Their conversations equip you with a new way to think, lead, and teach. Because the greatest gift we can give is education.

    Introducing Education Uncharted

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番組について

What’s propelling the future of education forward? Education is more than memorization and test taking. True learning permeates every aspect of our lives. It doesn’t end once we leave the classroom. It’s about creating learning experiences that last a lifetime. Education Uncharted is where you turn to make that a reality. Join host Amanda Bratten as she reignites the spark that led you to education. You’ll learn from the greatest minds breaking you out of the status quo and leading you into exciting, uncharted territory. Their conversations equip you with a new way to think, lead, and teach. Because the greatest gift we can give is education.

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  • クリエイター
    Propello
  • 配信期間
    23年
  • エピソード
    11
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