Tan Huynh is a career teacher specializing in language acquisition.  He is currently a secondary social studies teacher at an international school in Bangkok. When he is not teaching and planning, Tan maintains a blog, a podcast, and facilities workshops on advocating for language learners. You can find him on his podcast, blog, and Twitter.

Podcast: https://www.empoweringells.com/podcast [https://www.empoweringells.com/podcast/]

Blog: https://www.empoweringells.com

Twitter: @TanKHuynh

WIDA: https://youtu.be/pa2MV2lZpFM

Windows, Sliding Doors, and Mirrors, Dr. Rudine Sims Bishop: https://library.ncte.org/journals/LA/issues/v85-2/6175

Stephen Hurley spent 30 years teaching in an Ontario school district and had roles of the classroom teacher and curriculum consultant. He spent three years as a teacher educator at OISE/UT. He loves conversations in education and is considered one of the world's best "teacher talk" guys (at parties, dinners, and social gatherings) In 2017, Stephen established voicEd Radio as a way to amplify, deepen, and connect the conversations we have about education. He's had a passion for live radio since he was in 4th grade. 

Social media including Twitter: @Stephen_Hurley

Email: [email protected]

Voiced.ca website: https://voiced.ca

Dr. Michael Harvey is a New Zealand science educator based in Malaysia. He is a MIEExpert, Flipgrid Global ambassador, Wakelet Ambassador, Apple Teacher, SDG Ambassador, and Level 2 Google educator. Michael is the ISTE Global PLN event chair and involved in both the Tanzanian Root and Shoots SDG Laboratory Schools and Kakuma refugee project with Koen Timmers and Dr. Jennifer Williams. His educational research interests are the use of digital animations (ie. AR/VR) to enhance student understanding of complex abstract scientific concepts and linking this to cognitive psychology.  Michael enjoys connecting globally with educators and learners.

Twitter: @Doctor_Harves

monthly Twitter chat: #wwiED

Merge cube: https://mergeedu.com/cube

Ramona has been teaching in southern Ontario for 26 years, starting her career teaching High School History and English.  Early on she found that her passion was in Special Education and has spent the majority of her career in different roles within in that field of study.  She is currently a special education teacher with the Thames Valley District School Board, working with students with a variety of Developmental and learning challenges like ASD and Down Syndrome. Her educational passions include; building relationships with her students, using technology to foster independence in the classroom, inclusion, and Special Olympics.  Her podcast: I Wish I Knew EDU, interviews educators at all points of their careers and focuses on the many opportunities and journeys available within the teaching life.  Her personal passions include gardening, reading, music, golfing, and learning new things.

Twitter: @RamonaMeharg

               @mehargsvikings

Podcast: I Wish I Knew EDU https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/i-wish-i-knew-edu-with-ramona-meharg-ramona-_ZOu0vhjS1p

Resources from episode: 

                Tribes: https://tribes.com

                Definition of neurotypical: not displaying or characterized by autistic or other neurologically atypical patterns of thought or behavior

Valerie is an educator of 20 years and currently an administrator. She believes education is a lifelong journey that should create endless possibilities for youth. She is one of five educators who started the monthly #passthescopeedu PLN on Periscope in 2016.

All social media: @iamvlewis 

Mentioned during the episode:

School Reform Initiative protocols: https://www.schoolreforminitiative.org/protocols [https://www.schoolreforminitiative.org/protocols/]

Professional Learning Communities (PLCs): https://www.edutopia.org/article/creating-effective-professional-learning-communities

SWOT analysis: https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newTMC_05.htm

#PassTheScopeEdu: https://www.passthescopeedu.com

Rachelle Dene Poth is an edtech consultant, presenter, attorney, author, and teacher. She teaches Spanish and STEAM Emerging Technology. She has a Juris Doctor degree & a Master's in Instructional Technology. She is also past-president of the ISTE TEN and on the Leadership team of MLN. She received the Making IT Happen Award and a Presidential Gold Award for volunteer service from ISTE in 2019. She is the author of five books: 'In Other Words: Quotes That Push Our Thinking," "Unconventional Ways to Thrive in EDU", "The Future is Now"  "Chart A New Course: A Guide to Teaching Essential Skills for Tomorrow's World"  and my newest book, True Story: Lessons That One Kid Taught Us.  bit.ly/Pothbooks  She has a podcast and actively blogs for Defined Learning, Getting Smart, NEO LMS, and The STEM Informer with Newsweek.

Social media handle: rdene915

Books: https://bit.ly/Pothbooks

Facebook group: THRIVE in EDU 

Website: https://sites.google.com/view/rachelledenepoth/about-me

Mark Otter is the CEO of Participate. He is a former educator passionate about community-based learning and digital badging. Mark gained experience and expertise as a global educator teaching secondary math and science in public schools in Nova Scotia, North Carolina, Virginia, and London, England.

Twitter: @markjotter

Website: https://www.participate.com

Blog: https://www.participate.com/blog/virtual-events-community

United We Teach community: https://app.participate.com/communities/united-we-teach/865ec6b2-4428-46e9-b471-15b68763a060/feed

Communities of Practice: https://explore.participate.com/communities-of-practice-wp

Participate Learning: https://www.participatelearning.com

QFI: https://www.qfi.org/opportunities/participate-platform

Dr. Desiree Alexander is an award-winning, multi-degreed educator who has been in the educational field since 2002. She is the Founder CEO of Educator Alexander Consulting, LLC and the Regional Director of North Louisiana for the Associated Professional Educators of Louisiana. She consults with members of several schools/businesses and presents at conferences globally. She holds various degrees, certifications in LA and TX, and multiple technology certifications. Learn more at www.educatoralexander.com.

Twitter: @educatoralex

Website: https://educatoralexander.com

For more about Dr. Ilene Winokur, resources about belonging, and links to her blog post and podcast episodes: https://journeys2belonging.webstarts.com

Gitanjali Rao: https://time.com/5916772/kid-of-the-year-2020

Buncee: https://www.buncee.com

Flipgrid:  https://info.flipgrid.com

Adobe for Educators: https://www.adobe.com/mena_en/creativecloud/catalog/desktop.html?promoid=H4B1XXPP&mv=other

In this episode, Barbara and I reflect on the past year and discuss how we stay hopeful during difficult and unsettling times. 

You can find out more about Barbara Bray here: https://barbarabray.net/about-2

Rethinking Learning toolkit: https://barbarabray.net/toolkit

To learn about her book "Define Your Why": and chapter guide: https://barbarabray.net/define-your-why

Twitter: @bbray27

Additional resources: https://journeys2belonging.webstarts.com