Teach Better Talk

Teach Better Talk

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Teach Better Talk episodes

  • BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Tuesday, April 7, 2020

    Chad Ostrowski and Rob Breyer drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic.   

    If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at [email protected]    

    We're here for you!  

    To join the private Facebook group, visit:

    www.facebook.com/groups/teachbetterteam

    Learn more at: 

    • www.teachbetter.com
    • Follow us on Twitter: @teachbetterteam
    • Connect on facebook: @teachbetterteam
    • Follow us on Instagram: @teachbetterteam
    • Free Online Course: www.teachbetteracademy.com
    • 42 min
    • BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Monday, April 6, 2020

      Rae Hughart and special guest, Joe Gonzalez drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic.   

      If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at [email protected]    

      We're here for you!  

      To join the private Facebook group, visit:

      www.facebook.com/groups/teachbetterteam

      Learn more at: 

      • www.teachbetter.com
      • Follow us on Twitter: @teachbetterteam
      • Connect on facebook: @teachbetterteam
      • Follow us on Instagram: @teachbetterteam
      • Free Online Course: www.teachbetteracademy.com
      • 56 min
      • 161: Embrace your style and strength. - Stacey Roshan chats with us about the use of technology in these unique times, dealing with perfectionism and introversion, and why you need to embrace your sty

        Director of Innovation & Educational Technology, and author of "Tech With Heart," Stacey Roshan, chats with us about the use of technology in these unique times, dealing with perfectionism and introversion, and why you need to embrace your style and strength.

        More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/staceyroshan

        Episode Highlights
        • 1:07 - Shouting out Shelley Burgess (@Burgess_Shelley), and recalling the first time Rae met her in person.
        • 5:10 - Previewing the episode with Stacey Roshan.
        • 9:13 - Stacey introduces herself.
        • 11:10 - Chatting about how Stacey is adjusting things in the world of the COVID-19 / Coronavirus Pandemic.
        • 15:58 - Talking about Stacey's book, "Tech With Heart."
        • 21;33 - Stacey's failure: perfectionism and introversion
        • 26:33 - What's keeping Stacey excited about education right now: The way that teachers come together to share and spread ideas and just genuinely to the best they can to provide the best experiences possible for kids is always energizing.
        • 30:05 - 6 questions answered in 15 seconds or less.
        • 34:30 - How to connect with Stacey.
        • Stacey's Recommendations
          • EdTech Tool: Pear Deck, Flipgrid, Edpuzzle
          • Book:
            • The Great Believers, by Rebecca Miakkai
            • The Organized Mind: Thinking Straight in the Age of Information Overload, by Daniel J. Levitin
            • Who to Follow on Social Media: @Mo_physics
            • YouTube/Podcast/Website/Blog: TED-Ed - They just launched TED-Ed@Home to support students, educators, and parents impacted by school closures
            • Daily/Weekly/Monthly Routine:
              1. Yoga or just general stretching & strengthening the body
              2. Daily shutdown routine
              3. Best piece of advice you've ever received: Trust your gut
              4. Links to Connect With Stacey
                • Website: techiemusings.com/
                • 37 min
                • BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Friday, April 3, 2020

                  Chad Ostrowski and Mark Heller drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic.   

                  If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at [email protected]    

                  We're here for you!  

                  To join the private Facebook group, visit:

                  www.facebook.com/groups/teachbetterteam

                  Learn more at: 

                  • www.teachbetter.com
                  • Follow us on Twitter: @teachbetterteam
                  • Connect on facebook: @teachbetterteam
                  • Follow us on Instagram: @teachbetterteam
                  • Free Online Course: www.teachbetteracademy.com
                  • 39 min
                  • BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Thursday, April 2, 2020

                    Jeff Gargas and special guest, John Sowash, drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic.   

                    If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at [email protected]    

                    We're here for you!  

                    To join the private Facebook group, visit:

                    www.facebook.com/groups/teachbetterteam

                    Subscribe to John's podcast at: https://www.chrmbook.com/

                    Learn more at: 

                    • www.teachbetter.com
                    • Follow us on Twitter: @teachbetterteam
                    • Connect on facebook: @teachbetterteam
                    • Follow us on Instagram: @teachbetterteam
                    • Free Online Course: www.teachbetteracademy.com
                    • 54 min
                    • 160: Don't try to be perfect. - Katie Decker chats with us about the importance on communication, why you should give yourself a break, and not trying to be perfect.

                      Educational Consultant, and 30-year veteran teacher, Katie Decker, chats with us about the importance on communication, why you should give yourself a break, and not trying to be perfect.

                      More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/katiedecker.

                      Episode Highlights
                      • 2:17 - Rae shares the most common challenges she has been talking with teachers about during the COVID-19/Coronavirus Pandemic.
                      • 12:42 - Previewing the episode with Katie Decker.
                      • 16:25 - Katie introduces herself.
                      • 17:22 - Katie shares what the Socrates platform is.
                      • 19:35 - Katie's failure: Learning how critical communication is.
                      • 21:30 - Katie's success: Winning the National Blue Ribbon award.
                      • 23:39 - What's keeping Katie excited about education right now: Continuing to provide the resources to make the job a little less challenging.
                      • 24:42 - Katie's advice for teachers: Give yourself a break. 
                      • 28:29 - 6 questions answered in 15 seconds or less.
                      • 30:52 - How to connect with Katie.
                      • Katie's Recommendations
                        • EdTech Tool: Socrates. Learning Camtasia.
                        • Who to Follow on Social Media: Go into your general feed. Pay attention to your local and state news.
                        • YouTube/Podcast/Website/Blog: Science Mom on YouTube.
                        • Daily/Weekly/Monthly Routine: Daily: Make your bed first. Weekly: Take time for yourself.
                        • Best piece of advice you've ever received: Don't try to be perfect.
                        • Links to Connect With Katie
                          • Website: withsocrates.com
                          • Twitter: @Learnwithsocra1
                          • Facebook Page: @learnwithsocrates
                          • Instagram: @learnwithsocrates
                          • 33 min
                          • BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Wednesday, April 1, 2020

                            Jeff Gargas and Sarah Johnson drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic.   

                            If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at [email protected]    

                            We're here for you!  

                            To join the private Facebook group, visit:

                            www.facebook.com/groups/teachbetterteam

                            Learn more at: 

                            • www.teachbetter.com
                            • Follow us on Twitter: @teachbetterteam
                            • Connect on facebook: @teachbetterteam
                            • Follow us on Instagram: @teachbetterteam
                            • Free Online Course: www.teachbetteracademy.com
                            • 53 min
                            • BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Tuesday, March 31, 2020

                              Rae Hughart and Becky Thal drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic.   

                              If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at [email protected]    

                              We're here for you!  

                              To join the private Facebook group, visit:

                              www.facebook.com/groups/teachbetterteam

                              Learn more at: 

                              • www.teachbetter.com
                              • Follow us on Twitter: @teachbetterteam
                              • Connect on facebook: @teachbetterteam
                              • Follow us on Instagram: @teachbetterteam
                              • Free Online Course: www.teachbetteracademy.com
                              • 48 min
                              • BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Monday, March 30, 2020

                                Rae Hughart drops in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic.   

                                If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at [email protected]    

                                We're here for you!  

                                To join the private Facebook group, visit:

                                www.facebook.com/groups/teachbetterteam

                                Learn more at: 

                                • www.teachbetter.com
                                • Follow us on Twitter: @teachbetterteam
                                • Connect on facebook: @teachbetterteam
                                • Follow us on Instagram: @teachbetterteam
                                • Free Online Course: www.teachbetteracademy.com
                                • 49 min
                                • 159: Listen first. - Joe Sage chats with us about handling the shift to distance learning, trying new things, and the power of listening first.

                                  Assistant Principal, Joe Sage, chats with us about handling the shift to distance learning, trying new things, and the power of listening first.

                                  More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/joesage

                                  Episode Highlights
                                  • 8:20 - Shout out to Alex Oris for being awesome on one of our Daily Drop Ins. Follow Alex @MrOrisTech.
                                  • 10:14 - Previewing the episode with Joe Sage.
                                  • 16:02 - Joe introduces himself.
                                  • 18:29 - Discussing how Joe and his team are handling the shift to distance learning during the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic.
                                  • 22:38 - Joe's failure: Parent Groups - trying to create this with other groups. Complaint from a teacher - not present in the building
                                  • 27:50 - What's keeping Joe excited about education right now: The teachers.
                                  • 29:30 - Joe's advice for teachers: Try something new. 
                                  • 31:50 - 6 questions answered in 15 seconds or less.
                                  • 36:25 - How to connect with Joe.
                                  • Joe's Recommendations
                                    • EdTech Tool: Google Meet, Canva
                                    • Book:
                                      1. "Teach Better" by Chad Ostrowski, Tiffany Ott, Rae Hughart, and Jeff Gargas.
                                      2. "White Fragility" by Robin DiAngelo
                                      3. Who to Follow on Social Media:
                                        1. Simon Sinek (@SimonSinek)
                                        2. Shawn Peck (@Shawnpeck6)
                                        3. YouTube/Podcast/Website/Blog: Teaching During COVID 19 (facebook group, 112,000 members)
                                        4. Daily/Weekly/Monthly Routine: Find a student and tell them why they matter (daily). Make a call of the day home(weekly). Reflect (monthly)
                                        5. Best piece of advice you've ever received: Listen first, speak last.
                                        6. Links to Connect With Joe
                                          • Twitter: @JoeSageFHS
                                          • Instagram: @JoeSageFHS
                                          • 40 min

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