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Welcome back to "Teaching with Valor," the podcast that celebrates the dedication and innovation of educators everywhere. I’m your host, Don Fessenden. 

Today, we're diving deep into a topic that is fundamental to effective teaching but often overlooked: classroom organization and management. Whether you're a new teacher or a seasoned pro, we'll explore strategies for elementary, middle, and high school levels to create a learning environment where students can thrive. 

And stick around for a special bonus segment where we'll answer a parent question about our policy on attendance.

Show notes:

For more information on this topic checkout the following resources:

1. "The First Days of School" by Harry K. Wong and Rosemary T. Wong
2. "Teach Like a Champion" by Doug Lemov
3. "Classroom Management That Works" by Robert J. Marzano
4. Edutopia's Classroom Management Resources
5. The Classroom Management Network

Stay tuned for more episodes, and remember, every student is unique, and every classroom can be a place where all students succeed. Keep teaching with valor!

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Welcome back to Teaching with Valor, the podcast where we dive into the heart of education with passion, purpose, and a dash of valor. 

I'm your host, Don J. Fessenden, and today we're stepping outside the traditional classroom walls to explore the exciting world of outdoor learning and environmental education. 

Whether you're an elementary, middle, or high school teacher, this episode is packed with ideas, strategies, and inspiration to integrate nature into your teaching. And stick around for our special bonus segment where we answer a common parent question related to this topic.

Show notes: 

To learn more checkout the following:

1. Project Learning Tree: An award-winning environmental education program that provides resources and curriculum for teachers.
2. National Wildlife Federation's Eco-Schools USA: A program that helps schools create sustainable, healthy environments.
3. Children & Nature Network: Offers resources and research on the benefits of connecting children with nature.
4. The Outdoor Classroom Project: Provides support and resources for creating outdoor learning spaces.
5. iNaturalist: A community for naturalists where students can learn about and share their observations of the natural world.
6. Google Earth Education: Offers tools and resources for educators to incorporate geography and environmental science into their curriculum.

Stay tuned for more episodes, and remember, every student is unique, and every classroom can be a place where all students succeed. Keep teaching with valor!

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Welcome back to Teaching with Valor, the podcast where we celebrate the dedication and resilience of educators everywhere. 

I’m your host, Don J. Fessenden, and today, we’re diving into an essential aspect of fostering student growth: Promoting Independent Learning. We’ll explore strategies for elementary, middle, and high school classrooms, and include two additional segments to provide a comprehensive understanding of this topic. 

Stay tuned for a special bonus segment where we’ll answer a parent question related to promoting independent learning 

Show notes:

For more information on this topic checkout the following:

1. Deci, E. L., & Ryan, R. M. (2000). "The 'What' and 'Why' of Goal Pursuits: Human Needs and the Self-Determination of Behavior." Psychological Inquiry, 11(4), 227-268.
2. Dweck, C. S. (2006). "Mindset: The New Psychology of Success." Random House.
3. National Education Association. (2020). "Strategies for Effective Teaching." Retrieved from NEA Website.
4. Khan Academy. (2024). "Online Learning Platform." Retrieved from Khan Academy.
5. Seesaw. (2024). "Digital Portfolios for Students." Retrieved from Seesaw.
6. Project-Based Learning Works. (2024). "Project-Based Learning Resources." Retrieved from PBL Works.
7. Google for Education. (2024). "Google Classroom." Retrieved from Google for Education.

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Welcome back to Teaching with Valor, the podcast where we celebrate the dedication and resilience of educators everywhere.

I’m your host, Don J. Fessenden, and today, we’re diving into an essential aspect of classroom management: Managing Student Behavior. 

We’ll explore strategies for elementary, middle, and high school classrooms, and include two additional segments to provide a comprehensive understanding of this topic.

Stay tuned for a special bonus segment where we’ll answer a parent question related to managing student behavior. 

Show notes:

To learn more about this topic checkout the following resources:

1. "The Classroom Behavior Manual" by Scott Ervin
2. "Teaching with Love and Logic" by Charles Fay and Jim Fay
3. PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) - www.pbis.org
4. Edutopia - Resources for Classroom Management
5. The IRIS Center - Vanderbilt University (https://iris.peabody.vanderbilt.edu/)

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Welcome back to Teaching with Valor, where we celebrate the dedication and resilience of educators everywhere.

I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today we’re delving into a crucial topic for every teacher: Strategies for Diverse Learners. We’ll explore effective strategies for elementary, middle, and high school classrooms and include two additional segments to provide a comprehensive understanding of this topic. 

Stay tuned for a special bonus segment where we’ll answer a parent question related to supporting diverse learners. 

Show notes:

For further discovery checkout the following resources:

1. "Differentiation and the Brain" by David A. Sousa and Carol Ann Tomlinson
2. "The Differentiated Classroom: Responding to the Needs of All Learners" by Carol Ann Tomlinson
3. Universal Design for Learning (UDL) guidelines - CAST (www.cast.org)
4. Edutopia - Resources for Differentiated Instruction
5. The IRIS Center - Vanderbilt University (https://iris.peabody.vanderbilt.edu/)

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Welcome back to Teaching with Valor, where we champion the courageous efforts of educators everywhere.

I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today we’re diving into a topic that can significantly enhance the learning experience for students and ease the workload for teachers: the effective use of classroom aides.

We’ll explore strategies at the elementary, middle, and high school levels and also include two additional segments that delve deeper into this topic. Stick around for a special bonus segment where we answer a parent question related to this subject.

Show notes:

For additional insight into this topic checkout the following resources:

1. "The Classroom Aide's Handbook" by Darlene B. Olson
2. "Working with Paraprofessionals: A Resource Guide" by Marcia Rohrer and Nannette Samson
3. National Education Association (NEA) - Resources for Paraprofessionals
4. Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) - Paraprofessional Resources
5. Edutopia - Strategies for Working with Classroom Aides

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Welcome back to Teaching with Valor, where we celebrate the noble efforts of educators everywhere.

I’m your host, Don J. Fessenden, and today we’re diving deep into an innovative and enriching approach to education: integrating art into core subjects. 

We’ll explore how art can be seamlessly woven into elementary, middle, and high school curricula, providing not only a creative outlet but also enhancing understanding and retention of academic content.

Stick around for two additional segments that further explore this topic, plus a special bonus segment answering a parent’s question about how we incorporate art in our teaching practices. 

Show notes:

To explore this topic further checkout the resources below.

1.    "Integrating the Arts Across the Elementary School Curriculum" by Phyllis Gelineau - A comprehensive guide on how to integrate arts into various subjects in elementary education.

2.    "The Arts and the Creation of Mind" by Elliot Eisner - This book explores the role of arts in cognitive development and learning.

3.    "Teaching for Artistic Behavior" (TAB) - TAB is a nationally recognized choice-based art education approach that promotes the idea of teaching for artistic behavior.

4.    National Art Education Association (NAEA) - Provides resources and professional development opportunities for art integration.

5.    Edutopia’s Art Integration Resources - Offers articles, videos, and resources on integrating art into the curriculum.

Stay tuned for more episodes, and remember, every student is unique, and every classroom can be a place where all students succeed. Keep teaching with valor!

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Welcome back to Teaching with Valor, the podcast where we explore the brave and inspiring world of education. 

I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today we’re diving into a topic that’s close to my heart: building student resilience. We’ll be exploring how to nurture this vital quality in elementary, middle, and high school students. 

Plus, we have two additional segments that will delve even deeper into related aspects of resilience, and a special bonus segment answering a parent question about promoting resilience at home. 

Show notes:

For more information and resources:

1. "Mindset: The New Psychology of Success" by Carol S. Dweck - This book explores the concept of a growth mindset and its importance in building resilience.
2. "The Resilient Classroom: Creating Healthy Environments for Learning" by Elizabeth G. Reavis - A comprehensive guide on fostering resilience in the classroom.
3. "Building Resilience in Children and Teens: Giving Kids Roots and Wings" by Kenneth R. Ginsburg and Martha M. Jablow - This book offers practical advice for parents and educators on promoting resilience in young people.
4. The Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) - CASEL provides resources and research on implementing social-emotional learning in schools.
5. "Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance" by Angela Duckworth - This book delves into the role of grit in achieving success and building resilience.

Stay tuned for more episodes, and remember, every student is unique, and every classroom can be a place where all students succeed. Keep teaching with valor!

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Welcome back to Teaching with Valor, the podcast where we delve into the heart of effective teaching practices. I’m your host, Don Fessenden. 

Today, we’re diving deep into a topic that is crucial for academic success across all grade levels: enhancing vocabulary development. We'll explore strategies tailored for elementary, middle, and high school classrooms, and we’ll also discuss how to implement these strategies effectively. 

Plus, we have two additional segments related to this topic and a special bonus segment addressing a common parent question. So, stay tuned!

Show notes:

If you're interested in learning more...here are some great resources.

1. Edutopia - Vocabulary Strategies: https://www.edutopia.org/blog/vocabulary-instruction-teaching-tips-rebecca-alber
2. Reading Rockets - Vocabulary Development: https://www.readingrockets.org/strategies/vocabulary
3. Quizlet: https://quizlet.com/
4. Kahoot!: https://kahoot.com/
5. Vocabulary.com: https://www.vocabulary.com/
6. International Literacy Association: https://www.literacyworldwide.org/
7. National Education Association (NEA) - Vocabulary Resources: http://www.nea.org/tools/lessons/vocabulary.html
8. Scholastic - Building Vocabulary: https://www.scholastic.com/teachers/articles/teaching-content/50-ideas-building-students-vocabulary/

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Welcome back to another episode of Teaching with Valor, the podcast where we delve into the heart of educational strategies and share insights to help you become a more effective teacher. 

I'm your host, Don Fessenden. Today, we're exploring the critical topic of formative and summative assessments. These assessment types are key to understanding and supporting student learning at all levels—elementary, middle, and high school.

We’ll also include two additional segments that expand on this topic, and finish with a special bonus segment where we answer a parent question related to assessments. 

Show notes: 

These are resources for further discovery:

1. Edutopia - Formative and Summative Assessments: https://www.edutopia.org/assessment-guide-description
2. National Education Association (NEA) - Assessment and Testing: http://www.nea.org/home/34263.htm
3. Google for Education - Using Google Forms for Assessment: https://edu.google.com/teacher-center/resources/using-google-forms-for-assessment/
4. Seesaw: https://web.seesaw.me/
5. Schoology: https://www.schoology.com/
6. Edmodo: https://new.edmodo.com/

Stay tuned for more episodes, and remember, every student is unique, and every classroom can be a place where all students succeed. Keep teaching with valor!