Learnin'& Yearnin'

Learnin'& Yearnin'

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Learnin'& Yearnin' episodes

  • Learnin' & Yearnin' Ep. 1 "The Year"

    In this episode, hosts Ande Parlow and Ivy Gowdy discuss teaching during a pandemic year.  There are interviews with principal RJ Soleyjacks of Amarillo, TX and North Heights Advocate Melodie Graves also of Amarillo, TX. These interviews focus on challenges from the last year and on increasing equity in our school systems.  A recurring segment, Code Red with Dr. Rose, is about the difference in "instructions" and "instruction" in the classroom post COVID. Finally we will hear from the kids about how virtual learning affected them.


    Learnin' & Yearnin' is a podcast created by the High School Section of TCTELA.  Its purpose is to support educators of English Language Arts in the state of Texas.  There are interviews and topic discussions with educators, student opinions of hot topic items, and much more.

    1 hr 19 min
  • A Chat With Karen Otto of Southlake, TX.
    Today we visit with Karen Otto, a literacy leader from Southlake, Texas, and TCTELA’s 2019 Teacher of the Year. Karen shares some of her favorite books, her journey as an educator, and the big ideas that are driving her literacy passion. You can follow her on Twitter @teachingoutloud. Email [email protected] for info on the HS section.
    9 min

About Learnin'& Yearnin'

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Welcome to Learnin’ & Yearnin’, the groundbreaking podcast dedicated to propelling the educational journey of every Texan student. Join us as we delve into the forefront of education, cultivating a vibrant community of diverse professionals driven by an insatiable passion for learning. Our mission is to connect with teachers and teacher leaders who are not just educators but relentless enthusiasts, constantly yearning for knowledge, and to share their invaluable insights with you.