Teaching and Learning: Theory vs. Practice

In this episode, we discuss college debt and ways to get through college debt free.  Joi shares her experiences with selecting affordable colleges close to home. Amy points out opportunities to get college credit before leaving high school.

In this episode, we talk to Kathy Siefert and Ted Bartnik about the trends in technology resulting from pandemic remote teaching and learning. We also discuss how some changes and adjustments may be for the better as well as technology tips.

In this episode, we talk to Paige Brown about motivating young students in virtual learning environments. She also discusses teacher recognition, self care, as well as the importance of communication among teachers, administrators, and parents.

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 discuss the 2018 50th annual Phi Delta Kappan Poll of the Public’s Attitudes Toward the Public Schools. We pose the question “Why don’t people want to become teachers?” and discuss gamechangers for the profession.

In this episode, we talk to Adelfio Garcia, a retired public school administrator who consults on English language and bilingual professional development. He discusses building community within and beyond the school building and using data to inform practices rather than support existing practices.