Building the Bridge

In this episode, we are joined by two EdisonLearning employees, Alisha Zak, an Academic Advisor, and Jodi Rogers-Carter, a Mathematics Teacher, who share with us how supporting students is intertwined with social emotional health. The relationships between advisor and student as well as advisor and teacher are invaluable. These relationships form a path to successful learning. Discover how our programs support Social Emotional Learning which leads to student engagement and academic success.

Dr. Wendy Oliver is a highly qualified Tennessee teacher and administrator who has pioneered digital learning across multiple states and school districts. She has authored digital teaching standards and developed software that allows teachers to self-assess their knowledge of digital instruction. No matter which hat she's wearing, her goal is simple -- to empower learners. Dr. Oliver is currently the Chief Learning Officer for EdisonLearning.

Follow Dr. Oliver on Twitter @oliver_dr and learn more about EdisonLearning by visiting https://edisonlearning.com/

It’s no secret that the pandemic is taking a toll on us as a society. Students especially are dealing with social emotional issues related to isolation. In this episode, Dr. Wendy Oliver examines ways for parents, teachers and students to bolster their social emotional health.

Dr. Wendy Oliver is a highly qualified Tennessee teacher and administrator who has pioneered digital learning across multiple states and school districts. She has authored digital teaching standards and developed software that allows teachers to self-assess their knowledge of digital instruction. No matter which hat she's wearing, her goal is simple -- to empower learners. Dr. Oliver is currently the Chief Learning Officer for EdisonLearning.

Follow Dr. Oliver on Twitter @oliver_dr and learn more about EdisonLearning by visiting https://edisonlearning.com/

Educator, presenter and author, Patrice Bain sits down with “Building the Bridge” as we uncover ways to understand how kids learn and how to include parents in the conversation. Patrice has spent 15 years of her teaching career working with cognitive scientists turning research into learning strategies. Among many other achievements, she was one of two U.S. teachers on the working task group: Neuro Myths vs. Neuro Truths, sponsored by the Institute of Education Sciences & National Commission on Education Research. In our interview we talk about the Teaching Triangle, the Responsibility Diagram, and so much more. This interview is a compelling teaser for Patrice’s new book, Powerful Teaching: A Guide for Parents, published by John Catt Educational. Learn more about Patrice on her website www.patricebain.com

Dr. Wendy Oliver is a highly qualified Tennessee teacher and administrator who has pioneered digital learning across multiple states and school districts. She has authored digital teaching standards and developed software that allows teachers to self-assess their knowledge of digital instruction. No matter which hat she's wearing, her goal is simple -- to empower learners. Dr. Oliver is currently the Chief Learning Officer for EdisonLearning.

Follow Dr. Oliver on Twitter @oliver_dr and learn more about EdisonLearning by visiting https://edisonlearning.com/

This era of online learning brings a whole new set of issues parents should be aware of, so they can take necessary precautions to protect their children. In this episode, Dr. Wendy Oliver delivers a high-level overview of digital safety, some important information to know, and how it supports parents' ability to safeguard their children.

Dr. Wendy Oliver is a highly qualified Tennessee teacher and administrator who has pioneered digital learning across multiple states and school districts. She has authored digital teaching standards and developed software that allows teachers to self-assess their knowledge of digital instruction. No matter which hat she's wearing, her goal is simple -- to empower learners. Dr. Oliver is currently the Chief Learning Officer for EdisonLearning.

Follow Dr. Oliver on Twitter @oliver_dr and learn more about EdisonLearning by visiting https://edisonlearning.com/

Courtney Ostaff has been teaching online since 1999 and describes why online teaching is far more than preparing your typical lesson and turning on a camera. In this episode she discusses how to structure online teaching and ways to make it work. Find out her philosophy about structuring your online lesson and tools to bolster the online learning experience. This interview also addresses students with exceptionalities in this new era of online learning as well as a brief touch on the achievement gap in rural America. 

Ostaff's is author of the new book, The Teaching Online Handbook, published by John Catt Educational. Learn more about Courtney on her website https://courtneyostaff.com 

Dr. Wendy Oliver is a highly qualified Tennessee teacher and administrator who has pioneered digital learning across multiple states and school districts. She has authored digital teaching standards and developed software that allows teachers to self-assess their knowledge of digital instruction. No matter which hat she's wearing, her goal is simple -- to empower learners. Dr. Oliver is currently the Chief Learning Officer for EdisonLearning. 

Follow Dr. Oliver on Twitter @oliver_dr and learn more about EdisonLearning by visiting https://edisonlearning.com/

In the conclusion of this two-part podcast, Dr. Wendy Oliver describes the facets and importance of a Digital Learning Communication Plan at the classroom level. This episode is designed to set up teachers, students and caregivers for success in this new era of online learning.

About the host:

Dr. Wendy Oliver is a highly qualified Tennessee teacher and administrator who has pioneered digital learning across multiple states and school districts.

She has authored digital teaching standards and developed software that allows teachers to self-assess their knowledge of digital instruction. No matter which hat she's wearing, her goal is simple -- to empower learners. Dr. Oliver is currently the Chief Learning Officer for EdisonLearning. Follow Dr. Oliver on Twitter @oliver_dr Learn more about EdisonLearning by visiting https://edisonlearning.com/

When we want to achieve high-quality digital learning, it’s critical to talk about a communication plan. There are three prongs to such a plan: communications and policies at the district level, the school level and the classroom level. 

This episode is part one of a two-part mini-series that includes information for creating and implementing a Digital Learning Communication Plan at the district and school levels. Policies and key issues are identified for guidance and to support administrators and teachers as they navigate this new era of online learning.

Dr. Wendy Oliver is a highly qualified Tennessee teacher and administrator who has pioneered digital learning across multiple states and school districts.  She has authored digital teaching standards and developed software that allows teachers to self-assess their knowledge of digital instruction. No matter which hat she's wearing, her goal is simple -- to empower learners. Dr. Oliver is currently the Chief Learning Officer for EdisonLearning.

Follow Dr. Oliver on Twitter @oliver_dr

Learn more about EdisonLearning by visiting https://edisonlearning.com/

It’s so important to view remote learning as a collaboration and create a bridge between teachers and parents. Without that bridge, we will not have a successful experience with blended and online learning. This episode describes strategies that teachers can share with parents and caregivers to initiate a successful school year.

About the host:

Dr. Wendy Oliver is a highly qualified Tennessee teacher and administrator who has pioneered digital learning across multiple states and school districts.  She has authored digital teaching standards and developed software that allows teachers to self-assess their knowledge of digital instruction. No matter which hat she's wearing, her goal is simple -- to empower learners. Dr. Oliver is currently the Chief Learning Officer for EdisonLearning.

Follow Dr. Oliver on Twitter @oliver_dr

Learn more about EdisonLearning by visiting https://edisonlearning.com/

Students, educators and parents have found themselves in a new learning environment as a result of the pandemic. Our new podcast series “Building the Bridge,” hosted by Dr. Wendy Oliver, addresses how we can create a path to successful learning in this unique era which has forced so many of us to rely on technology for education. The premiere episode, “Getting Started,” provides insights about communication, routine, and organization. A short but sweet weekly podcast designed to bolster educators, parents and students as we navigate through digital learning.

About the host:

Dr. Wendy Oliver is a highly qualified Tennessee teacher and administrator who has pioneered digital learning across multiple states and school districts.  She has authored digital teaching standards and developed software that allows teachers to self-assess their knowledge of digital instruction. No matter which hat she's wearing, her goal is simple -- to empower learners. Dr. Oliver is currently the Chief Learning Officer for EdisonLearning.

Follow Dr. Oliver on Twitter @oliver_dr

Learn more about EdisonLearning by visiting https://edisonlearning.com/