Teach Wonder

In a slight change from our usual episodes, we're bringing you a trio of audio dramas. Written, directed, and performed by a middle school group that met after school in the makerspace, we know you'll be impressed with their creativity and enthusiasm. Thanks to CMU Faculty Will Anderson for partnering in this project, Serafine Hinz for recording and post production, and to our actors writers and directors: Oliva, Theo, Constantine, Claire, and Mark!

Additional Music by:
MondayHopes
HumanoideVFX
LiteSaturation 

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This week on Teach  Wonder, we are bringing you an interview with Dawn Kahler. A middle school teacher from Kalamazoo, Michigan, Dawn brings a level head and thoughtful presence to teaching in 2022. This conversation spans student relationships, administration, and how to take care of yourself.

Links:
Kagan: It's All About Engagement
For White Folks Who Teach in the Hood... and the Rest of Y'all Too: Reality Pedagogy and Urban Education by Christopher Emdin

Intro Music by: David Biedenbender 

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In today’s episode. We’re considering what STEM means from different perspectives. You'll hear interviews with Claire Bunker, MiSTEM Network Director, East Central Michigan Region, and Amy Hindbaugh-Marr, STEAM Teacher in Ithaca, Michigan. These two interviews share stories, experiences, and practice advise that will help you think about STEM in your community.

Links:
MiSTEM Pipeline and Background
Code.org- Michigan
Ozobots
Chief Science Officers (CSO)



Intro Music by: David Biedenbender
Other Music:
 Zen_Man 
MuzaproductionMondayHopes
REDproductions 
ZakharValaha 
WinkingFoxMusic 
Lesfm
NaturesEye

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Brandis Ansley is a faculty member at Central Michigan University in the special education department. Prior to getting her PhD, Brandis worked in the mental health field and as a special education teacher. This podcast explores the ways in which stress affects, students, teachers, and the education system.



Links:
Schools Across the Country are Struggling to Find Staff. Here's Why

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How do we define competence inside the classroom? What are some of the nuanced differences between special and general education? How does specific language help teachers communicate more clearly? Our conversation with Dr. Paula Lancaster, Dean of the College of Education and Human Services at CMU engages with these questions and more. Dean Lancaster draws on her experience as a special education teacher, faculty member, and Dean to bring so much depth to these timely topics.

Links
Teaching Works
High Leverage Practices in Special Education

Introduction Music by: David Biedenbender

Other music from Pixabay:
madirfan 
ZakharValaha 
Coma-Media 
Lesfm

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Join us in conversation with Hedi Baxter Lauffer. We catch up and learn how plants, science education and having teachers think of themselves as learners all play a part in Hedi’s professional background. You don’t want to miss a chance to hear from the Director of Teaching and Learning with the Wisconsin Fast Plants Program. 

Links:
FastPlants.org
BSCS Science Curriculum
Wisconsin Fast Plants Link
SIMPL Model
Ambitious Science Primer
1:1 Techology, 1:1 Plants 

Music: RomanBelov from Pixabay

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In this companion episode, we're returning to Mr. G and Mrs. Peach's classroom. This time, Julie joins the conversation to look at the ways in which Mr. G elicits student thinking. As a former secondary teacher, Julie has some fresh perspectives to share as she watches and elementary math lesson. This episode includes discussions on differentiation, Core Teaching Practices, engagement, and teacher decision making.

Links:
Companion Episode: Season 2, Episode 1
Core Teaching Practices

Intro Music by: David Biedenbender

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madirfin
Coma-media
EvgenyBardyzha

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In Season 2, we're looking to share the voices of teachers and reflection on the work that they're doing. In this episode, we visit Mrs. Peach's classroom. As she teaches her her small group math lessons, we'll see what we can learn from her decisions and thought process. No matter your grade, experience level, or content area- this episode has something for you.

Links:
Core Teaching Practices Episode
Core Teaching Practices

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Music by Coma-Media from Pixabay
Madirfan LesFm
Coma-Media 
Tuesday Night
LesFm

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Our season closes with a conversation with Rick Joseph. Rick is a National Board Certified Teacher and has taught 5th and 6th grade at Covington School in suburban Detroit since 2003. He previously served as a bilingual educator (Spanish) and trainer for nine years in the Chicago Public Schools. Rick is the 2016 Michigan Teacher of the Year. In our conversation we touch on literacy, STEM, equity, and more.

Links:

Food Deserts
USDA Data on Food Deserts
Share Table Programs
Benefits of Audiobooks for All Learners
Episode with Gary Abud Jr.

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Session 2 is coming! Listen in to hear what's coming. This season we're featuring a mix of interviews and audio captured from schools, workshops, and more!

We're focusing on Core Teaching Practices that focus on building respectful relationships, working in small groups, and making content explicit for students. Tune in to learn, celebrate, and grow with and from the teachers around you.

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