54 min
Connecting Theory and Practice with Dr. Jeremy Coleman Teaching and Learning: Theory vs. Practice
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- Education
In this episode, we talk to Dr. Jeremy Coleman, the Principal of Brookview Elementary School in Indianapolis, Indiana. Drawing upon his experiences with mentoring youth, serving as a correctional officer, coaching, and teaching, Dr. Coleman discusses how theory met practice in his approach as a school administrator. He shares strategies for retention through teachers self-selecting professional development and having a strong sense of community. We also discuss ideas for improving the theory and practice connection in educator preparation.
Referenced in this podcast
Greene, Ross (2014). Lost at School: Why Our Kids with Behavioral Challenges are Falling Through the Cracks and How We Can Help ThemKohn, Alfie (1999). Punished by Rewards: The Trouble with Gold Stars, Incentive Plans, A's, Praise, and Other BribesYale University Child Study Center (2016). A RESEARCH STUDY BRIEF: Do Early Educators’ Implicit Biases Regarding Sex and Race Relate to Behavior Expectations and Recommendations of Preschool Expulsions and Suspensions? Walter S. Gilliam, PhD; Angela N. Maupin, PhD; Chin R. Reyes, PhD; Maria Accavitti, BS; Frederick Shic, PhD
In this episode, we talk to Dr. Jeremy Coleman, the Principal of Brookview Elementary School in Indianapolis, Indiana. Drawing upon his experiences with mentoring youth, serving as a correctional officer, coaching, and teaching, Dr. Coleman discusses how theory met practice in his approach as a school administrator. He shares strategies for retention through teachers self-selecting professional development and having a strong sense of community. We also discuss ideas for improving the theory and practice connection in educator preparation.
Referenced in this podcast
Greene, Ross (2014). Lost at School: Why Our Kids with Behavioral Challenges are Falling Through the Cracks and How We Can Help ThemKohn, Alfie (1999). Punished by Rewards: The Trouble with Gold Stars, Incentive Plans, A's, Praise, and Other BribesYale University Child Study Center (2016). A RESEARCH STUDY BRIEF: Do Early Educators’ Implicit Biases Regarding Sex and Race Relate to Behavior Expectations and Recommendations of Preschool Expulsions and Suspensions? Walter S. Gilliam, PhD; Angela N. Maupin, PhD; Chin R. Reyes, PhD; Maria Accavitti, BS; Frederick Shic, PhD
54 min