Today, we have the second episode in Berit Gordon's year-long series for new, or newer teachers, here on the Heinemann Podcast. Berit is the author of the book, The Joyful Teacher: Strategies for Becoming the Teacher Every Student Deserves. In this episode, she'll explore tips for classroom management, specifically how to quickly deal with dysregulation so you can better maintain the tone and focus of your classroom. 

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In the third and final episode of Engaging Reluctant Learners our three guest educators take a close look at engagement. They explore what engagement really looks like in the classroom and methods you can use to ignite curiosity and foster student independence. If you haven't listened yet, make sure to check out the first two episodes of this series.

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This week we have part two of Engaging Reluctant Learners, Reducing Classroom Anxiety. In this episode, Kelly, Maria and Jennifer dive into the critical role of the nervous system in student engagement and learning. Discover how understanding the autonomic ladder can help create a safe and supportive classroom environment.

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This week on the podcast, we start our three-part series, Engaging Reluctant Learners. Kelly Boswell, Maria Nichols and Jennifer Lempp are three educators who came together over their shared ideas on how to address the foundation and support students need to truly engage. They will discuss three key principles, staying curious about students, reducing classroom anxiety and understanding genuine engagement. First up today, staying curious about students.

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Today we'll hear an excerpt from Heinemann author Shamari Reid's Humans Who YouTube series. In this series, Shamari joins some of the top educators and authors in the country to discuss the humanity in all aspects of teaching and life. In this installment, he's joined by Doctors Yolanda Sealey-Ruiz, and Gholdy Muhammad. They explore the profound themes of racial literacy, teacher education, and the transformative power of love in teaching. Discover how writing their impactful books has deepened their understanding of love for people, justice, and creativity. This conversation will inspire and challenge you to think deeply about the role of love in our schools and communities.

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Today, Berit Gordon kicks off her year-long series for new or newer teachers here on the Heinemann Podcast. Berit is the author of the book, The Joyful Teacher: Strategies for Becoming the Teacher Every Student Deserves. In this episode, she'll explore specific tips for time management, like the Pomodoro Technique for focused work sessions. Discover how to manage your workload, protect your time, and maintain your energy and optimism

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Today, we delve into the challenges faced by elementary math teachers and explore strategies for fostering mathematical thinking and understanding. Joining us is math educator and coach Sue O'Connell. Sue works with elementary math educators across the country and offers an acute perspective on how we can support teachers right now. 

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In today's episode, we hear from educator and author Kelly Gallagher, whose new book To Read Stuff You Have to Know Stuff is out now. Discover why background knowledge isn't just about being well-read. It's about being prepared to navigate a world brimming with information, and misinformation.

Kelly shares the inspiration behind his Article of the Week work and explores how background knowledge is critical in every phase of literacy development, from the individual word level all the way through to full-length books. Tune in as we explore his transformative journey from teaching literature to fostering literacy in an age where critical thinking is more important than ever.

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Writing can feel like an insurmountable challenge, whether it's a simple email or a complex essay. This episode dives into the heart of writing anxiety and explores how it affects our students. In this excerpt from her audiobook, The Confidence to Write, Liz Prather discusses the common struggles students face from writer's block to perfectionism and how these issues can make writing feel like an impossible task. Stay tuned for strategies Liz uses with her students every year to address writing anxiety.

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In today's episode, we dive into an excerpt from the audiobook, Literacy's Democratic Roots by Tom Newkirk, which focuses on the powerful concept of funds of knowledge. This term coined by Luis Moll and his colleagues refers to the rich, culturally developed bodies of knowledge and skills that students bring from their home and communities. Through this body of research, Tom explores practical ways to integrate these funds of knowledge into your curriculum. You'll hear about real-life examples, such as how a sixth-grader's candy-selling experience was used to teach scientific concepts and nutritional values. These insights will inspire you to view your students' backgrounds as valuable assets that can enrich classroom learning.

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