Teaching and Learning: Theory vs. Practice

In this episode, we talk to Dr. Dawn Brown, Assistant Professor in the Governors State University Department of Physical Therapy, about what it means to belong.  Dr. Brown defines the difference between belonging and fitting in. We discuss how climate survey data provide the starting point for developing initiatives for belonging and wellness.  Dr. Brown also warns us about assumptions people might make about belonging in the post-secondary college space and how to check these assumptions.

In this episode, we talk to Marquis Parks, Governors State University Student Senate President about student leadership.  Mr. Parks talks about his journey to leadership, particularly the importance of mentoring, both from the standpoint of being the mentee and now the mentor.  We discuss the role of student senate and the power of students’ voices, as well as current issues students are facing. We ask him to share advice for students who want to become leaders.

In this episode, we talk to Dr. Cheryl Green, president of Governors State University, about the value of a college education.  We discuss various pathways and credentials to enhance one’s marketability. In response to the costs of seeking degrees, Dr. Green provides insights on post-secondary education as an investment beyond material goods that can be taken away. We also share strategies for making college affordable.

In this episode, we talk to Robin Steans, president of Advance Illinois, an independent policy and advocacy organization. Ms. Steans shares research about the teacher shortage and where equity gaps exist. We discuss paraprofessional and other pathways to educator licensure and the need to support both the preparation and the retention of teachers. She also shares numerous sources of funding for educator preparation, particularly for teachers who serve early childhood or special needs areas.

We welcome back Dr.Cheryl Green for our 100th episode!

In this episode, we invited our guest Dr. Debbie James, chair of the Center of Community Media Steering Committee, to interview us. We discuss the pillars of the podcast, our process, and our professional and personal goals for the show. We also share why we feel called to do this work.

In this episode, we talk to Mr. Fred Yeakey, Vice President of Providence Cristo Rey High School in Indianapolis. Mr. Yeakey shares his journey becoming an educator and bringing his gifts of mentorship, sponsorship, and service into his roles coordinating after school programs, teaching in the classroom, and later being an administrator. We talk about reviving passion through our talents and hobbies and how we might bring this joy into the curriculum. Most importantly, we discuss the power of relationships with students, parents, and community.

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Principal Barber

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In this episode, we talk to Corey Williams about successful implementation of male mentoring initiatives at the college level.  He discusses the importance of college persistence for men of color and how to replicate programs for successful outcomes.

In this episode, we talk to Jimmeka Anderson about her work with digital access for digitally limited learners. Ms. Anderson describes the framework for understanding motivation versus ability in terms of students’ personal, social, and structural environments. We also discuss strategies for providing support for digitally limited learners and strategies for improving motivation and engagement.

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Open Education Resource Commons Cyber Citizenship

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In this episode, we talk to Dr. Shaniqua Jones about restorative justice in education. She shares the importance of experiencing restorative justice as a way of life and success stories from this valuable work.  We also discuss practical classroom practices for finding out where students are in their readiness to learn and how to meet them there.