LinkedUp: Breaking Boundaries in Education

In this week’s episode, Mónica Guzmán visits with Jerri and Jamie to talk about her new book “I Never Thought of It That Way,” which provides readers with a roadmap for difficult conversations between people on opposing ends of the political spectrum.

During her visit, Mónica shares valuable insights into the sources of political polarization and practices for people who seek to build bridges and connections in these difficult times. Ultimately, Mónica’s suggestions show listeners that we can change the world through listening, building empathy, and searching for deeper human connections.

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ABOUT OUR GUEST

Mónica Guzmán is a bridge builder, journalist, and entrepreneur who lives for great conversations sparked by curious questions. She’s director of digital and storytelling at Braver Angels, the nation’s largest cross-partisan grassroots organization working to depolarize America; host of live interview series at Crosscut; and co-founder of the award-winning Seattle newsletter The Evergrey.

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Brent Goldman joins LinkedUp this week to discuss his 26-year-long journey to pioneer innovative private schools. Focusing on the unique needs of today’s learners, Brent shares his experiences with personalized learning—based on real learning, not just time spent in seats or testing standards—and how to create productive hybrid learning centers.

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ABOUT OUR GUEST

Brent Goldman left public education 26 years ago to co-launch and lead pioneering private schools including The Sagemont School, Smart Horizons Career Online Education, and Xceed Preparatory Academy. Brent is currently the CEO of Exceed Preparatory Academy, a school recognized nationally for its hybrid education model.

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In this episode, Jerri and Jamie link up with Grayson McKinney and Zach Rondot—two elementary school teachers using technology to transform learning with a little help from Project Based Learning (PBL). McKinney and Rondot share their insights, expertise, and process for creating classrooms where students learn from experts, then become experts and share their learning with an authentic audience.

Tune in to hear these two teachers discuss examples of PBL and the two books they’ve written to empower teachers and students to become experts in new areas through the project-based learning model.

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Zach Rondot is a 4th-grade teacher from Michigan. His main mission as an educator is to empower students to be strong, confident kids for more success, happiness, and fulfillment in their lives. He loves using technology to deepen learning, enhance creativity, and create opportunities for learning. Follow Zach on Twitter at @mrrondot.

Grayson McKinney is an elementary educator from East Grand Rapids, Michigan. His mission as a teacher is to empower students to connect their learning to the world to improve their own lives, the lives of others, and the environment around them. He was named 2012 Elementary Teacher of the Year in the South Lake School District in Macomb County. Follow Grayson on Twitter at @GMcKinney2.

Follow their work at @ExpertEffectEDU and buy their book on Amazon.

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Dr. Cameron McCoy is back on LinkedUp! In this episode, Jerri and Jamie catch up with Dr. McCoy as he wraps up his second year as the Provost of Shenandoah University in Winchester, Virginia.

Sharing his own experiences as a higher-ed administrator, Dr. McCoy focuses on the changing landscape of higher education and the innovations needed to retain students and revolutionize education to meet the needs of today’s learners.

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ABOUT OUR GUEST

Prior to becoming Provost of Shenandoah University, Dr. McCoy served at Lehigh University as vice president and vice provost for strategic initiatives and as the executive director for the Corporate Engagement Office at the University of Oklahoma. Before his career in education, McCoy worked in the private sector and served as an officer in the United States Army. As an educator, he has taught courses in entrepreneurial thinking, leadership theory, and higher education administration.

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Live from Asbury Park, Kathy Hurley, Ann McMullan, and Lisa Schmuki join Jerri and Jamie again one year after their debut on LinkedUp. These three technology leaders share what they’ve been up to this past year, what trends they’re seeing in education, and their sage advice for educators everywhere as they move forward in this complicated post-pandemic world.

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Kathy Hurley is a former executive with Pearson and has worked in sales, marketing, and business development for DLM, IBM, The Learning Company, Grolier, Mindscape, Skillsbank, NetSchool, PLATO Learning, Pearson, and the Pearson Foundation.

Ann McMullan currently serves as the Host/Moderator of the CoSN/edWeb monthly webinar series on The Empowered Superintendent.

Lisa Schmucki is the founder and CEO of edWeb.net, an award-winning professional learning network that serves the global education community. edWeb helps educators share their best ideas and practices to improve teaching and learning and prepare students to succeed in life. Previously, Lisa held senior marketing and product development positions in education, publishing, and media with Time, Macmillan, Peterson's, Films Media Group, and Achieve3000.

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International Dot Day is celebrating its 20th anniversary on September 15! Peter Reynolds, renowned author of “The Dot,” joins Jerri and Jamie in this episode to share inside information on how Dot Day originated and how schools and others can get involved.

You won’t want to miss the ideas and resources Peter shares to help everyone express their creativity, collaborate with others, and show their courage. Plus, gain insight into how the Metropolitan Museum of Art is getting involved with Dot Day and the upcoming play based on Peter’s work.

#internationaldotday #makeyourmark

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ABOUT OUR GUEST

Peter H. Reynolds is an accomplished writer, storyteller, and illustrator who has been acclaimed around the globe for his best-selling “stories for all ages” about protecting and nurturing the creative spirit, including the three books in his “Creatrilogy” -  The Dot, Ish, and Sky Color.

The Dot has now been published in over twenty languages, including Braille, and has won numerous awards. Each September, a growing number of educators and students have joined International Dot Day for a global celebration of creativity in the classroom, with over 19 million teachers, librarians, and students from 189 countries participating to date.

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A podcast episode about educational podcasting? That’s what you’ll find in Episode 86 of LinkedUp as Jamie and Jerri sit down with Kevin Hogan, a seasoned educational journalist, and the host of The Hogan Report.

Tune in for an engaging discussion on social media’s impact on education and why it’s so crucial for educators to stay connected. That’s not all! As a bonus, Kevin shares advice on how to start your own podcast and techniques for making it work.

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ABOUT OUR GUEST

Kevin Hogan is the Editor-at-Large of eSchool News and the creator and host of The Hogan Report. He is an acclaimed writer, editor, and commentator covering the intersection of society and technology, especially education technology.

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Today, we have access to so much data that we often find ourselves in “analysis paralysis.” So, how do you know what data is sending you a signal and what data is simply noise?

In this episode, Dr. Dean Browell and Lamarque Polvado join the podcast to explore how they are using data in new and innovative ways to connect people to resources and provide companies with a more accurate picture of what their employees are thinking. Sharing insights and cutting-edge ideas about analytics and research, Dean and Lamarque will leave listeners wanting to learn more!

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ABOUT OUR GUESTS

Dr. Dean Browell is the Chief Behavioral Officer at Feedback, a research company with a passion for how generations interact online.

Lamarque Polvado is a TEDx speaker and the Founder and CEO of CareStarter, an organization transforming pediatric healthcare.

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Recorded live at #ISTE22, in this episode of LinkedUp special guests Dr. Kaylah Holland and Kat Crawford discuss how students from Travis Hill School in the New Orleans Juvenile Justice Intervention Center are making great strides in their education, having their voices heard, and gaining more opportunities for social-emotional learning.

Together, Kaylah and Kat share insights from their work with traditionally marginalized students and advocate for equitable access to educational technology, digital content, and learning opportunities that meet the diverse needs of all students. Listen in and learn some valuable lessons that educators can apply directly to students everywhere!

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ABOUT OUR GUESTS

Dr. Kaylah Holland (BreakFree Education, Go Teach Be Love) is passionate about empowering educators through professional development, 1:1 coaching, and innovative lesson design. She is a Google Certified Trainer and Innovator and a collegiate professor and was recently named an ISTE 2022 Educator to Watch. Through her work with BreakFree Education and her nonprofit, Go Teach Be Love, Dr. Holland is empowering local educators in under-resourced areas to foster innovative and sustainable educational environments. 

Kat Crawford is the Executive Director of Digital Innovation for the Schlecthy Center. She supports the design of technology innovation, the transformation of school systems (specifically addressing the needs of alternative schools), and facilitates professional learning for teachers who strive to cultivate engaging work. She brings with her a creative zest, which she applies to her educational technology expertise and certifications.

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Every student is unique. It may seem like a simple concept, but to Susan Enfield, building relationships with individual students is a trademark of her career.

In Episode 83: Building Relationships, Jerri and Jamie sit down with award-winning superintendent Susan Enfield to learn how she has been able to create a welcoming district culture and scale her passion for building authentic, meaningful relationships with every scholar in her district. Known for making sure each student is known by their “name, strength, and need” Susan shares her secrets to relationship building and reminds listeners that every student matters.

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Dr. Susan Enfield is the superintendent of Washoe County School District in Nevada. She began her career as an English teacher in Silicon Valley before moving into administration. In 2021, she was named Washington State Superintendent of the Year by the Washington Association of School Administrators, and in 2018, she was selected as Superintendent of the Year by the National School Foundation Association.

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