School Is Out!

Mike Ditzenberger & Miles O'Shea
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School is Out is dedicated to creating conversations and thought around all things having to do with school. By almost any metric, traditional schools fall short in many ways. We seek to consider what new and vibrant movements could develop within education. School is out. Now what?

  1. How?

    JAN 17

    How?

    Putting it all together, Mike and Miles share their advice and encouragement on the planning, development, delivery, and assessment of great teaching practices.

    33 min
  2. The Why

    12/10/2025

    The Why

    Mike and Miles speak from the heart about creating wonder and the desire to learn in students. The why comes from teachers and is the essence of teaching- making learning real for students and creating a love for learning that extends beyond the classroom.

    24 min
  3. The What

    12/10/2025

    The What

    Mike and Miles talk about the "what" portion of teaching, specifically as it pertains to the content charged to teachers and schools by agencies higher than the classroom. They speak passionately on how what we teach is meant for all learners, and how it is uniquely delivered by great classroom leaders.

    42 min
  4. Who

    11/22/2025

    Who

    Mike and Miles take an in-depth look at the human component of the teaching and learning experience. Listen as they emphasize the importance of designing the teacher persona your kids need within the learning space.

    53 min
  5. Goals!!!

    10/20/2025

    Goals!!!

    Goals are the key! Mike and Miles excitedly talk about setting and reaching goals. This podcast brings out the passion that Mike and Miles have for teaching and learning- specifically regarding goals for all learners. Skill-based objectives and clear assessments are the foundation of this booming episode!

    53 min
  6. Help! My Students Aren't Learning!

    10/12/2025

    Help! My Students Aren't Learning!

    Mike and Miles talk about designing lessons, units, and end of year goals with real measures of learning. They emphasize planning with alignment and setting goals that are clearly demonstrated by all students. Backward design, purposeful planning, and professional curiosity are highlighted in this powerful episode.

    57 min
  7. Help! My Class Is Out of Control!

    09/14/2025

    Help! My Class Is Out of Control!

    Have you ever thought that your class is out of control, that your students just won't do what is expected of them? Listen as Mike and Miles talk about real ways to take back the leadership role of your class. Re-enter your class with fresh enthusiasm and real strategies to get your focus on teaching and their focus on learning.

    46 min

  8. 11/17/2024

    Behavior

    Mike and Miles discuss behavior from their points of view in a classroom. Find practical ways to connect to your students- have expectations, praise often, celebrate accomplishments, be vulnerable.

    37 min
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School is Out is dedicated to creating conversations and thought around all things having to do with school. By almost any metric, traditional schools fall short in many ways. We seek to consider what new and vibrant movements could develop within education. School is out. Now what?

Information

  • Creator
    Mike Ditzenberger & Miles O'Shea
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Mike & Miles 2023
  • Show Website
    School Is Out!