In this episode, we discuss:

Multiple Intelligences: What Does the Research Say" Multiple-Intelligences-Research

"Multiple Intelligences Theory: Widely Used, Yet Misunderstood" Multiple-Intelligences-Theory-Widely-Used-Yet-Misunderstood

Personalized Learning Philosophy

Take the Learning Style Test

In this episode, we talk about:

In Schools, Finding Hope at a Hopeless Time by Nora Fleming 

Enjoy the show!!

In this episode, we discuss:

Ideas for dealing with late work and some preventative steps that can help students get things in on-time.

Source:

A Few Ideas for Dealing with Late Work by Jennifer Gonzalez

In this episode, we take a reflective look at what tech tools we have enjoyed using and some great new ones as well.  We hope you'll enjoy this episode!

10 Teacher Picks for Best Tech Tools by Jonathan Eckert

We are back from our winter break and so excited to be discussing the following:

We will discuss our thoughts around emotions and emotional agility as we approach the year anniversary of the COVID-19 lockdown. 

Why kids are hitting the pandemic wall? By Matt Villano, CNN

The Dangers of Toxic Positivity with Brene Brown

Other Sources: 

Emotional Agility by Dr. Susan David

In this episode, we take some time to reflect on the new year and our hopes and dreams for what is to come!

We take a deep dive into an article on Edutopia entitled Rethinking Homework for This Year—and Beyond

A schoolwide effort to reduce homework has led to a renewed focus on ensuring that all work assigned really aids students’ learning.

By Mary Davenport

Thanks to the following student and teacher guests:

Part 1: Student Perspective

Ryan O'Leary

Part 2: Teacher Perspective

Daisy Fantauzzi

Marissa Reynolds

Amanda Muster

Website Mentionned:

PearDeck

In this episode :

We speak to our own students about what engagement looks like for them.  We thank all of our student guests Lydia, Millie, Emma K.,  and Emma W for their time and dialog. 

Things that an Engaged Student Does

-Immerses themselves in an activity

-Has voluntary conversations about relevant information

-Experiences an emotional response

-Practices strategies to maximize their learning

-Cooperates and collaborates with peers

-Persists through challenges

-Goes above and beyond

-Seeks to share their experience and perspectives

-Expresses investment and a drive to succeed

-Takes responsibility for cultivating a productive educational environment

-Is alert and present in their body language

-Exercises higher levels of Bloom's Taxonomy

-Demonstrates pride in their work

-Asks expansionary questions

-Uses digital tools to enable exploration, maximize retention and collaborate with others

Source: GoGuardian 2020: State of Engagement Report

What's All the Buzz About?  (Part 5)

In this episode :

Things that an Engaged Student Does

-Immerses themselves in an activity

-Has voluntary conversations about relevant information

-Experiences an emotional response

-Practices strategies to maximize their learning

-Cooperates and collaborates with peers

-Persists through challenges

-Goes above and beyond

-Seeks to share their experience and perspectives

-Expresses investment and a drive to succeed

-Takes responsibility for cultivating a productive educational environment

-Is alert and present in their body language

-Exercises higher levels of Bloom's Taxonomy

-Demonstrates pride in their work

-Asks expansionary questions

-Uses digital tools to enable exploration, maximize retention and collaborate with others

Source: GoGuardian 2020: State of Engagement Report

What's All the Buzz About?  (Part 4)

In this episode :

-Indicators of Student Engagement

 -Three categories indicators of engagement 

Source: GoGuardian 2020: State of Engagement Report

Resources Mentioned:

GoGuardian