This podcast just may topple everything you thought you knew about Depth of Knowledge or DOK. Join us on an exposé of this familiar phrase in education as author, educator, and international presenter Erik M. Francis opens up on his new book, Deconstructing Depth of Knowledge.

Along the way, he sheds light on the true meaning of DOK and reveals how you can “tame this monster” to do what it is intended to do. Erik speaks from the heart, infusing this conversation with intelligence, warmth, humor, and a hint of pop culture.

Join us as we delve into
● The why behind Erik’s work and this book
● How DOK has come to be so mistranslated and misused
● Why the ever-present DOK Wheel is so controversial
● Why this is the perfect time in education to reset and get DOK right
● Creative ways to think about DOK to help you effectively apply it

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Many teachers are simply and understandably burning out! The fire and passion that once sparked for teaching are simply becoming extinguished. In this episode, bestselling author Marcia L. Tate takes listeners on a journey through her latest book, Healthy Teachers, Happy Classrooms, which tackles this problem head-on. 

 Join us as we delve into authentic experiences that inspired Marcia’s work. We will also explore how this book can help you live a healthier, more joyful life and how to share those healthy habits with your students.

 In this discussion, Marcia covers:

●      The root causes and symptoms of educator and teacher stress, overwhelm, and burnout

●      Practical strategies proven to help you live better, live longer, and become a better teacher

●      Wellness principles and coping strategies you can incorporate into your daily life so you feel rejuvenated and ready to serve others

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Professional Learning Communities at Work® is not a checklist. It is a way of being that permeates the daily practice of all stakeholders in a school community. The work is driven by a shared belief that all students can learn. All students deserve access to the resources necessary to achieve the highest level of success. 

 In this podcast, we talk with leaders from Lake County Schools in Tavares, Florida, assistant superintendent for teaching learning and leadership, Emily Feltner, and executive director of curriculum, instruction, and assessment, Amy Cockcroft. These women share authentic experiences from their first connection to PLC at Work to their current reality with humor and candor. 

 Tune in to hear: 

●      Why Lake County Schools has developed unwavering systemwide belief in the PLC at Work process

●      How a collaborative culture and focus on learning were key to navigating the tumult of the pandemic

●      How PLC at Work associate Anthony Muhammad helped leaders increase student access to high-level learning experiences

●      What it’s like to realize your hard work has made a difference and truly has transformed school culture districtwide


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Educator and author Zachary Wright experienced a pivotal moment as a teacher that opened his eyes to the injustices inherent in our education system. In this podcast episode, Wright speaks candidly about that experience and how it motivated him to self-reflect, deepen his knowledge of educational inequity, and become a fierce proponent of hyperlocal activism. 

Join us as we explore the content of Wright’s latest book, Dismantling a Broken System and the inspiration behind it. This empowering conversation covers crucial issues such as:

●      What hyperlocal activism is, and why it matters

●      How to identify the oppressor within oneself and confront negative biases to enact positive change

●      Why our education system was built to perpetuate injustice and what we can do about it

Educators everywhere can relate to this experience: The next shiny new initiative is announced and you scramble to adapt, only to be disappointed when the results don’t meet the promise. But what happens when you try a different approach? 

 In this episode, we speak with Greg Dufoe, superintendent of Adel Desoto Minburn Community Schools in Iowa; Kim Timmerman, principal of Adel Desoto Minburn Middle School, a Model PLC at Work® school; and Professional Learning Communities at WorkⓇ associate Geri Parscale. These three purpose-filled practitioners share an empowering story of how they shifted daily practice from simply working harder to focusing on the right work–and always holding student learning at the heart of the mission. 

Listen in as Steve Gruenert and Todd Whitaker, best-selling authors of more than 50 well-known titles on education and leadership, discuss their new book Leveraging the Impact of Culture and Climate. The conversation will delve into the difference between culture and climate, and why educators need a solid understanding of both to engage in effective school improvement. We’ll also hear about the inspiration and expertise that drove this writing project, and how the authors hope the book can help educators become even better in their roles.

Welcome to a community like none other. Our new podcast, Charting New Paths in PreK–12 Education, is dedicated to hardworking education professionals like you. This two-part podcast shares solid advice from successful educators, as well as author interviews that will intrigue and enlighten. Each episode provides practical guidance and authentic, inspirational stories from practitioners in the field and your favorite Solution Tree authors. New episodes drop twice a month, Tuesdays at 5:00 a.m. ET.

Tune in to hear 

• Real success stories backed by data and shared by school and district leaders
• Perspectives from authors on the experience, scholarship, and passion that fuels their work
• Positive, purposeful interviews that will rekindle your spark for education