In this episode, Natalie and Margaret discuss transitioning to Canvas with Digital Learning Coaches from Grapevine-Colleyville ISD. 

Episode Resources:

Canvas Accounts Announcement: https://www.smore.com/us654

Follow Karsyn and Taylor on Twitter: @TechCoachTaylor @karsyn_jackson

UCISD Canvas Academy Training Course: https://uvaldecisd.instructure.com/courses/2865

UCISD Summer Safari 2022: ucisd.me/USafari22

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In this episode, Natalie and Margaret discuss the topic of Fostering Positive Relationships using inspiration from the late Rita Pierson.

Episode Resources:

Rita Pierson Ted Talk: youtube.com/watch?v=SFnMTHhKdkw

Edutopia Article: https://www.edutopia.org/article/6-strategies-building-better-student-relationships

Margaret's Edutopia Article: https://www.edutopia.org/article/implementing-blended-learning-pre-k-students

UCISD Digital Tools Page: https://ucisd.me/3eDy6X1

Link to Teacher Leaders Community on Schoology: https://ucisd.schoology.com/group/3012913369

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In this episode, Natalie and Margaret discuss the topic of Circle of Control.

Episode Resources:

Royce & Associates Article: “What Covey Taught me About the Circle of Influence

Enneagram Personality Test: https://www.eclecticenergies.com/enneagram/dotest

Follow @mirabellecreations on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mirabellecreations

UCISD Digital Tools Page: https://ucisd.me/3eDy6X1

Link to Teacher Leaders Community on Schoology: https://ucisd.schoology.com/group/3012913369

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In this episode, Natalie and Margaret discuss Trauma Informed Care with Miranda Dvorak and Dr. Hector Lopez of Crossroads Academy High School. 

Episode Resources:

What is Trauma Informed Care?: https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/trauma-informed-care-what-it-is-and-why-its-important-2018101613562

UCISD Digital Tools Page: https://ucisd.me/3eDy6X1

Link to Teacher Leaders Community on Schoology: https://ucisd.schoology.com/group/3012913369

Canva for Education: www.canva.com/education

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In this episode, Natalie discusses the topic of EdTech tools with current Anthon IC, Margaret Tarski-Rodriguez. 

Episode Resources:

EdSurge Article: https://www.edsurge.com/news/2017-09-24-the-secret-sauce-to-choosing-edtech-find-tools-by-fit-not-feature

3D Flyover Tours: https://support.apple.com/guide/ipad/take-flyover-tours-in-maps-ipad6f5e96f4/ipados

SAMR Model Explained: https://www.schoology.com/blog/samr-model-practical-guide-edtech-integration

UCISD Digital Tools Page: https://ucisd.me/3eDy6X1 

Link to Teacher Leaders Community on Schoology: https://ucisd.schoology.com/group/3012913369

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In this episode, Natalie discusses the topic of station rotation with 7-12 Grade Curriculum Specialist, Rachel Hohman.

Episode Resources:

10 Tips for Teacher Using the Station Rotation Model: https://catlintucker.com/2018/09/10-tips-station-rotation-model/

BLGP Station Rotation Resources: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1TKVPvvmpTzvOygxCqIkjXcwh0SfvoUS0?usp=sharing

Station Rotation Model: Grouping Strategies: https://catlintucker.com/2018/03/grouping-strategies

3 Secrets to Successful Station Rotation: https://www.blendedlearning.org/3-secrets-to-successful-station-rotations/

Link to Teacher Leaders Community on Schoology: https://ucisd.schoology.com/group/3012913369

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In this episode, Natalie discusses the topic of online learning design.

Episode Resources:

Remote Lesson Design Guide: https://drive.google.com/drive/search?q=remote%20learning

Link to Teacher Leaders Community on Schoology: https://ucisd.schoology.com/group/3012913369

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In this episode, Natalie discusses the topic of relationships. 

Episode Resources:

Edutopia Article: https://www.edutopia.org/article/key-effective-classroom-management

Link to Teacher Leaders Community on Schoology: https://ucisd.schoology.com/group/3012913369

IXL Leaderboard Blog: https://blog.ixl.com/2021/03/18/start-a-friendly-competition-with-ixl-leaderboards/

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In this episode, Natalie discusses the topic of data-driven instruction with PK-2 Curriculum Specialist, Julie Hipp.

Episode Resources:

TeachThought.com Article on IXL: https://www.teachthought.com/technology/how-to-use-ixl-8-tips-for-using-the-k-12-adaptive-learning-platform/

Link to Teacher Leaders Community on Schoology: https://ucisd.schoology.com/group/3012913369

Station Rotation Plan + Resources: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1TKVPvvmpTzvOygxCqIkjXcwh0SfvoUS0?usp=sharing 

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