Class-Act Coaching: A Podcast for Teachers and Instructional Coaches

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Class-Act Coaching: A Podcast for Teachers and Instructional Coaches

Join us each week as a different SREB instructional coach walks our host through different teaching concerns in the world of K12. Teachers will gain valuable teaching insights and instructional coaches will see a model coaching session.

  1. From Planning to Collaborating: A Semester of Learning

    DEC 10

    From Planning to Collaborating: A Semester of Learning

    Send us a textIn this special end-of-semester wrap-up, Ashley and Dan reflect on the four major themes explored in this semester's podcast episodes: Planning, Creating Authentic Work Experiences, Collaborating, and Building Connections with Students. They share key insights from their conversations with instructional coaches, highlight strategies that resonated, and discuss practical applications for teachers and coaches alike.Ashley reflects on what she's learned as a teacher, while Dan conn...

    55 min
  2. Building Relationships: The Heart of a Thriving Classroom

    DEC 3

    Building Relationships: The Heart of a Thriving Classroom

    Send us a textRodriquez "Rod" Leonard, a coach with extensive experience in K-12 education, shares valuable insights on building a positive and productive classroom culture.He emphasizes the importance of getting to know students as individuals, using those insights to inform instruction, and fostering student achievement. He encourages teachers to try one of his tips, starting with making a genuine effort to connect with their students. This can be accomplished through:Conversation: Eng...

    34 min
  3. Fostering Gratitude and Encouragement in the Classroom

    NOV 19

    Fostering Gratitude and Encouragement in the Classroom

    Send us a textUnlock the keys to fostering gratitude and encouragement in your classroom as we celebrate Thanksgiving with a special guest, instructional coach Shelly Gibson. This episode promises to equip you with practical strategies for showing appreciation to your students through listening, meaningful connections, and purposeful actions. Together with co-host Daniel Rock, we'll share how these practices create a nurturing environment where students can thrive, even when challenges arise....

    34 min
  4. Active Learning Through Collaborative Note-Taking

    NOV 12

    Active Learning Through Collaborative Note-Taking

    Send us a textUnlock the secrets of effective note-taking in our latest episode, promising to transform how students and educators grasp and retain information. Our engaging conversation with Donn Kirkwood, a senior leadership coach with a specialty in literacy, provides a treasure trove of practical strategies designed to boost understanding and retention in classroom settings. We explore the pitfalls of relying solely on technology, like snapping pictures of slides, and delve into the power...

    39 min
  5. Mastering Student Engagement Through Dynamic Conversations

    NOV 5

    Mastering Student Engagement Through Dynamic Conversations

    Send us a textDiscover how to transform silence into vibrant conversations in your classroom with insights from our latest discussion. Join me, Ashley Shaw, alongside Dan Rock, as we unravel the secrets of fostering engaging student discourse with the help of Keisha King, a distinguished math instructional coach. Learn how to create a safe environment for students to express their thoughts and build confidence in speaking up. Keisha introduces her five practices for orchestrating productive m...

    24 min
  6. Empowering Students with Real-World Communication Skills

    OCT 29

    Empowering Students with Real-World Communication Skills

    Send us a textUnlock the secrets to transforming your classroom into a dynamic workplace simulation with insights from our extraordinary guest, Marty Sugerik. With a wealth of experience drawn from both military and educational realms, Marty delivers invaluable strategies to enhance students' communication and collaboration skills. Discover how we can extend the classic "think-pair-share" method by incorporating world language research's "three modes of communication," empowering students to ...

    37 min
  7. Empowering Educators for Leadership Success

    OCT 22

    Empowering Educators for Leadership Success

    Send us a textUnlock the secrets to effective school leadership with insights from George McFarland, an SREB leadership coach and seasoned educator with over thirty years of experience. Discover how establishing a clear purpose and fostering collaboration among stakeholders can transform school environments, even amidst the challenges of frequent leadership turnover. George shares his wisdom on the pivotal role of communication in aligning a school's mission with collective aspirations, ensur...

    27 min
  8. Crafting Impactful Lessons: Aligning Assessments and Exploring Cross-Curricular Connections

    OCT 15

    Crafting Impactful Lessons: Aligning Assessments and Exploring Cross-Curricular Connections

    Send us a textUnlock the secrets to crafting impactful lesson plans and aligning assessments with the guidance of expert guest Debbie Robertson. Discover how Ashley seeks to refine her organizational skills with insights from senior leadership coach Debbie. Together, they unravel the art of starting with the end in mind, diving into the crucial process of revisiting educational standards. This episode promises to transform your approach to teaching by ensuring lessons are not just effective b...

    37 min
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