The Inspiring Educators Show

The Inspiring Educators Show episodes:

• 10.08.2023

  Amplifying Teachers' Voices: Insights from Carrie DeNote

  Welcome to the official YouTube channel of "Inspiring Voices from the Classroom"! Join us as we delve into the world of mathematics education, highlighting the voices of passionate teachers and exploring the latest trends and innovations in the field. In...

  
• 09.24.2023

  Innovative Teaching with Virtual Reality: Inspiring Voices from the Classroom

  Welcome to "Inspiring Voices from the Classroom," where we explore the world of innovative teaching practices and highlight exceptional educators. In this episode, join us as we dive into the fascinating journey of Nisha Philip Malahoo, a passionate third-grade teacher...

  
• 09.10.2023

  Culturally Responsive Mathematics Education: A Conversation with Abi Ruiz

  Welcome to "Inspiring Voices from the Classroom," a podcast where we shine a spotlight on exceptional mathematics classroom teachers and their incredible work. In this episode, we have the privilege of speaking with ABI Ruiz, a passionate fourth-grade mathematics and...

  
• 08.27.2023

  Making Mathematics Relevant: Insights from Middle School Teacher Shane Wiggans

  Welcome to "Inspiring Voices from the Classroom," where we recognize and celebrate exceptional educators making a difference in mathematics education. In this episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with Shane Wiggans, an inspiring 8th grade math teacher at...

  
• 08.13.2023

  Bilingual Teaching Success: How Ricardo Estrada Impacts Students' Math Journey

  Join us in this inspiring episode as we dive into the world of mathematics education with Ricardo Estrada, a dedicated math teacher with 14 years of experience. In this conversation, Ricardo shares his journey and the challenges he faces as...

  
• 07.30.2023

  Creating Inclusive Math Classrooms: Insights from Math Teacher Sophie Brady

  Welcome to "Inspiring Voices from the Classroom"! In this episode, we have the pleasure of interviewing Sophie Brady, a passionate math teacher with 20 years of experience in New York City schools. Join us as Sophie shares her insights and...

  
• 07.16.2023

  Creating a Collaborative Mathematics Classroom: Insights from Math Educator Dwayna Sookhoo

  Welcome to "Inspiring Voices from the Classroom"! In this episode, we delve into the world of mathematics education with Dwayna Sookhoo, a passionate and innovative mathematics educator based in New York City. Join us as we uncover the secrets behind...

  
• 07.03.2023

  Mathematics Education and Social Justice: Insights from José Vilson

  In this episode, we have the privilege of hosting José Vilson, a veteran educator, writer, speaker, and activist based in New York City. José is the author of the thought-provoking book, "This Is Not a Test: A New Narrative on...

  
• 04.27.2022

  What Inspires You?

  With all that is going on in the world, we took time on this episode to discuss inspiration.

  
• 04.13.2022

  Do Police Officers Make Schools Safer or More Dangerous?

  The national reckoning over police violence has spread to schools, with some districts choosing to sever their relationships with local police departments out of concern that the officers patrolling their hallways represent more of a threat than a form of...

  
• 03.23.2022

  Should we be Training ALL Educators?

  Professional learning is a crucial element of the work of all educators throughout their entire careers.  The education profession is grounded in a rich professional knowledge base, and education professionals must be well-versed in this knowledge base, as well. However...

  
• 03.09.2022

  What Do Educators Need the Most Right Now?

  The pandemic exacerbated already overworked and undervalued educators. And unfortunately instead of things getting easier for educators, in many places things are getting more difficult. On this episode we will discuss what educators need the most of right now.

  
• 01.28.2022

  Does Black Lives Matter Belong in Schools?

  Across the country, educators, parents and allies are coming together to ensure that every Black student and educator can live, grow and thrive with support, love and joy. In addition, across the country racists are coming together to ensure Black...

  
• 01.12.2022

  Career Advancement Opportunities for Educators

  We’re accustomed to hearing professionals talk about “climbing the ladder”as they progress through different levels of advancement in their industries. But,as an educator, it can seem like your career trajectory isn’t quite as clear. In this episode we discuss career...

  
• 10.27.2021

  How Would You Change Education?

  On this episode we want listeners to dream with us. Imagine if there were no barriers to changing and improving education. What would you do to change education?

  
• 10.13.2021

  Is Teacher Stress A Real Thing?

  Teaching was a stressful occupation long before the (COVID-19) pandemic occurred; during the pandemic, it might have become even more stressful. Teachers are navigating unfamiliar technology, are balancing multiple modes of teaching, and have concerns about returning to in-person instruction....

  
• 09.29.2021

  Should There Be A Teacher Dress Code?

  Dress codes for educators–or lack thereof–vary by district and even school environment. For students, policies are clearly established and leave little room for confusion. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, 56% of public schools enforce a dress code...

  
• 09.15.2021

  Back to School 2021: COVID, Masks, and Social Distance Teaching

  Back-to-school is here again. While we might hope that beginning the academic year with schools open for in-person learning would set the trend for the rest of the year, the ongoing presence  COVID-19, makes everything less certain. What are your...

  
• 04.14.2021

  Should School Administrators Teach Classes Too?

  There is a huge disconnect between classroom teachers and administrators. Teachers feel as though administrators do not understand what it is like to be in the classroom. Administrators continually remind classroom teachers that “I’ve been in your shoes, but you...

  
• 04.02.2021

  ALL Students Should Pass for the 2020-2021 School Year!

  Legislatures across the country are attempting to pass bills essentially encouraging retention of students for the 2020-2021 school year. Meaning students will repeat the same grade in 2021-2022. Under the framing of “learning loss”. Should students be retained for the...

  
• 03.17.2021

  Why Are Schools Open During A Pandemic?

  Pandemic school is clearly not working well, especially for younger children. Newsflash it wasn’t working well prior. What are your thoughts?

  
• 03.03.2021

  How do Educators Set Boundaries?

  The best advice another educator ever gave me was this: no is a complete sentence. No explanation necessary. It is time to discuss the concept of educators creating boundaries. Creating boundaries can be hard, but necessary

  
• 02.14.2021

  Should Schools Reopen?

  United States educators are nervously awaiting the new school year as case counts across the country rise. The ongoing debate is whether schools should reopen, if so how and who gets to make the final decision. In this episode we...

  
• 07.22.2020

  Should Schools Reopen?

  United States educators are nervously awaiting the new school year as case counts across the country rise. The ongoing debate is whether schools should reopen, if so how and who gets to make the final decision. In this episode we...

  
• 03.18.2020

  Schools Are NOT Prepared For Crisis — Coronavirus Impacts

  The spread of coronavirus has compelled thousands of K-12 schools in the U.S. to close. And those numbers are certain to increase in the coming days, as concerned parents call for more school closures. The growing health crisis presents school...

  
• 02.27.2020

  Teachers and Students Fighting!

  On this episode we discussed teachers and students fighting (Let’s Get Ready To Rumble!!!)

  
• 02.07.2020

  Banning Cellphones In Classroom

  Cellphones and laptops can be distracting for students in classrooms, and new research also shows that using electronic devices can even lower students’ grades.

  
• 01.29.2020

  Teachers Pay Teachers SUCKS

  According to Thomas B. Fordham Institute most of the Internet obtained instructional materials materials are “mediocre” or “probably not worth using.” On this episode we discuss the supplemental materials teachers download on popular websites.

  
• 01.16.2020

  Culturally Insensitive Assignments

  On this episode we discuss culturally insensitive assignments, the impacts, and a pathway forward.

  
• 12.11.2019

  Students Are Not Succeeding

  Students are NOT succeeding! It is not a secret there is a variance in educational outcomes for students across the country. It is time to address this prevalent and reoccurring issue.

  
• 11.27.2019

  Growing As An Educator

  A professional educator is always learning and growing their craft. They are on an endless journey where they are always looking for new ideas or teaching strategies, ways to improve their skills, or new information that will help their students...

  
• 09.25.2019

  Schools SHOULD NOT Be Doing Armed Shooter Drills

  On this episode we discuss gun-related violence in schools and how it has greatly increased in recent years. It is time to address the prevalent re-occurring issue as it releases to gun-related violence in schools. 

  
• 09.20.2019

  Administrators: How Do You Support Your Teachers?

  Talk of school quality tends to focus on teachers—what they do to affect student achievement, how they succeed or how they fail. But district and building administrators also have an enormous influence in the education equation, a factor that is...

  
• 09.11.2019

  Why Are We STILL Giving Letter Grades?

  If your current professional position involves teaching in a formal classroom setting, you are likely familiar with the process of assigning final course grades.What is the purpose?  

  
• 09.05.2019

  The Impacts of Poverty

  Approximately one in five children in the United States live in poverty, according to the American Psychological Association, a status that affects more than housing status and food supply. Children from low-income families face increased risk factors in their educational...

  
• 08.15.2019

  Classroom Management 101

  It's tough to teach when your students aren't listening. That's why great classroom management is key to any successful classroom. Let’s discuss.

  
• 08.06.2019

  Back to School Tips

  Like other first days in your life, your first day as a teacher in your own school classroom will have you feeling excited and anxious in equal measures. Even experienced teachers feel anxious about facing new students at the beginning...

  
• 07.31.2019

  Why Teacher's Quit?

  A recent Gallup poll shows that almost half of the teachers in the U.S. say they are actively looking for a different job now or watching for opportunities. That’s not only heartbreaking for the professionals involved, it’s bad news for...

  
• 07.17.2019

  Educator Summer Break Tips

  The students are now gone. Here’s how to make the most of Summer Break.

  
• 06.26.2019

  So You Want to Teach?

  Are you thinking about becoming a teacher? On this episode we discuss getting your first job in education or changing jobs in education. 

  
• 06.20.2019

  Happy Educators Practice Self-Care

  Put simply, being a teacher is stressful. From managing students’ emotional and academic success, to creating lesson plans and grading papers, teachers have an immense weekly workload to handle. And with so many duties and so many students to care...

  
• 06.13.2019

  A Solution to the ‘Summer Slide’

  Finally! It’s summer—that long-awaited time to enjoy some extra rest and recreation. But did you know too much kicking back can be harmful to your student’s learning?Studies show that students can lose up to two months of math and literacy...

  
• 05.23.2019

  Unpacking the NCTM 2019 Ignite

  Welcome to the Inspiring Educators Podcast. On this episode we have a Special Guest Mr. Carl Oliver as we discuss the NCTM 2019 Ignite Presentations. Ignites are five-minute talks, using twenty slides that auto-advance every fifteen seconds.

  
• 05.20.2019

  Addressing Self-Doubt

  Teaching is a demanding and highly complex activity that sometimes leaves us feeling inadequate and filled with self-doubt. We will work to understand what it takes to strengthen and sustain ourselves as educators by answering one question: How do we...

  
• 05.16.2019

  Addressing Self-Doubt

  Teaching is a demanding and highly complex activity that sometimes leaves us feeling inadequate and filled with self-doubt. We will work to understand what it takes to strengthen and sustain ourselves as educators by answering one question: How do...

  
• 05.10.2019

  The Achievement Gap Hasn't Budged In 50 Years. Now What?

  New evidence shows the massive gap in test scores between students from the wealthiest and poorest families hasn’t budged in fifty years. It’s time to stop attacking the problem with reform strategies that haven’t worked.

  
• 05.01.2019

  Why Do White School Districts Have So Much More Money?

  According to nonprofit EdBuild, Nonwhite school districts get $23 Billion less than white districts despite serving the same number of students.

  
• 04.26.2019

  Do Students Need Recess?

  Recent U.S. education reform has focused on defining and raising the subject-matter standards students are expected to meet. In order to get their students up to snuff, schools are extending the school day and putting more and more emphasis on...

  
• 03.02.2019

  What Is the Purpose of Education?

  If you were to ask even a relatively small group of teachers, administrators, students, parents, community members, business leaders, and policymakers to address the question of purpose, how difficult do you think it would be to reach a consensus?

  
• 02.22.2019

  We Need the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics

  The Common Core concentrates on a clear set of math skills and concepts. Students will learn concepts in a more organized way both during the school year and across grades. The standards encourage students to solve real-world problems.