Perfect Chaos

Of course, with this title we must be talking about us...or maybe not.  

If you have been around education long enough, you know the dreaded phrase, the discussion board post.  Many of your students feel the exact same way, but as we know, the discussion can be an excellent place to determine the students understanding on the topic.  It may even be better than trying to use a quiz or exam to get the information.  

It is all about how we use the discussion board, and whether we are able to inspire buy-in from our students.  Try the method Ronda mentions such as the discussion master and let us know what you think.  

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Remain calm in your perfect chaos.

This week's episode of the Perfect Chaos Podcast is one that is a little different than most that we have recorded.  We talk about the teacher specifically and the spot of the job description that stated "other duties as assigned."  Teachers have always been held in high esteem, and it is from more than the teachers we teach.  In those other duties, teachers commonly become role models, and much of that behavior must continue even outside of the classroom.  After 20 years of sitting with your eyes glued to the teacher, what do you need to know about when they eyes are on you.  

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Remain calm in your perfect chaos.  

Sometimes our inspiration comes from others, and this week's episode is just that.  After taking a week off for spring break (no we didn't go anywhere cool), we come back together for an episode based upon a Linked in Post.  Do you take into consideration the rewards your give to ensure that you aren't providing an atmosphere of favoritism.  The individual that asked this question was asking in the context of his profession, and the decision to give crews a "cake" assignment, or simply buying their lunch.  In P-12 and Higher ed, we certainly aren't providing overtime pay, but do we reward others and create or foster the environment of teacher's pet.  

Make sure to check out this episode and see our thoughts, thank for the inspiration Mike. 

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In this week's episode of the Perfect Chaos Podcast, Ronda and David look at the customer service venture of education.  The topic of working with your student truly has a slack line mentality.  Working to make sure they succeed is vital to giving students the understanding that you care, but also setting boundaries to protect the relationship.  

Virtual field trips, do we like them, love them, hate them, or even really know what they are? Join Ronda and David as they talk about virtual field trips, regular field trips, and take a few trips down memory lane. Oh yeah, and David can’t remember the difference between Schoolhouse Rock and School of Rock!

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www.goosechase.com - The Original Scavenger Hunt App 

www.generationgenius.com - Next General Science Videos for K-8

www.calendly.com - Free Online Appointment Scheduling Software

www.mindjournals.com - The #1 Journal for Men

In this week's episode of the Perfect Chaos Podcast, Ronda and David talk about textbooks and open source materials.  Have you ever contemplated the idea of making your course one in which a textbook isn't necessary?  This episode discusses the history of textbooks, the development process and how to switch over to an environment of open sources.  Have you changed to an open source environment, or are you required to keep a required text?  Either way, leave us a message on this episode.  

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What is the difference between Education and Schooling?  Join Ronda and David in this episode as they delve into the differences between education and schooling, which one they want in their classrooms, and whether students need to understand the differences.  As always, there are a few fun rabbit holes along the way as Perfect Chaos reigns, even during the podcast.  

Ted Talk: Rita Pierson "Every Kid Needs A Champion"

https://www.ted.com/talks/rita_pierson_every_kid_needs_a_champion?utm_source=tedcomshare&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=tedspread

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This week we are going to delve into one of those topics that makes everyone involved in education groan: Standardized Testing. Although there are many different ways this could go, join Ronda and David for a little bit more of an in depth look at the ins and outs of standardized testing. Don't forget to subscribe rate and review on your podcast platform. Visit our new website at www.perfect-chaos.org. Leave us a message with the Anchor Message, and if you feel led to help support the podcast, you can click support to leave a donation. Twitter - @perfectchaos7 @drrblevins @dsblev Instagram - @perfectchaos7