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You first heard Dayna Cantu, a 5th grade teacher in Delton Kellogg Schools, on episode 70 where she shared about her student-centered classroom.  In this episode, Dayna shares how she started a classroom makerspace (on a limited budget) that empowers her students to be creators while still connecting to the curriculum and the real world.

Connect with Dayna on twitter (@mrscantu5) or email ([email protected]). 

Our team of instructional coaches is available to help ANY teacher, ANYwhere. Learn more or just peruse our other resources (blogs, classes, monthly newsletter) and services (events, virtual support, quick chats or calls) at cbdconsulting.com/elevateEDU

Megan Scalise is a 4th grade teacher in Gibraltar, Michigan who implements genius hour with her students. She and her students share the what, how, and why of genius hour, plus the challenges and successes they’ve experienced.

Get in touch with Megan on Twitter: @ScaliseInFourth or via email: [email protected]

Resources: 

Wonderopolis

Epic! 

PowToon

Prezi 

Google Sites

Wix

Screencastify and Screencast-o-matic

Google Drawings

This episode’s music is by Lee Rosevere.

Our team of instructional coaches is available to help ANY teacher, ANYwhere. Learn more or just peruse our other resources (blogs, classes, monthly newsletter) and services (events, virtual support, quick chats or calls) at cbdconsulting.com/elevateEDU

Nick DeNault teaches math at Lake Shore High School in St. Clair Shores, Michigan.  In this episode, he talks with Erik about how he has shifted students’ focus from getting the correct answer to asking thoughtful questions and having meaningful dialogue.  He shares strategies and resources as well as the positive outcomes he and his students have experienced. 

Email Nick at [email protected].

 (Interested in other impactful PD for math instruction? Consider this summer program!) 

Our team of instructional coaches is available to help ANY teacher, ANYwhere. Learn more or just peruse our other resources (blogs, classes, monthly newsletter) and services (events, virtual support, quick chats or calls) at cbdconsulting.com/elevateEDU

David Vermeulen teaches middle school social studies in Montague Area Public Schools--you will remember him from episode 63 on self-paced instruction.  In this episode, he shared how he implements Socratic Seminars with middle school students, fostering civil discourse and collaboration.  He even incorporates a backchannel chat, similar to what was shared in episode 40.  

You can connect with David via email: [email protected]

Our team of instructional coaches is available to help ANY teacher, ANYwhere. Learn more or just peruse our other resources (blogs, classes, monthly newsletter) and services (events, virtual support, quick chats or calls) at cbdconsulting.com/elevateEDU

Richard Byrne is a successful edtech blogger at freetech4teachers.com.  In this episode, he shares his story and philosophy of educational technology, the biggest changes he’s seen in his 12 years of blogging, and what he thinks could be the next big thing in the world of edtech. 

Resources: 

Practicaledtech.com and his free handbook

Website with daily updates: freetech4teachers.com

Twitter: @rmbyrne

Facebook Group: Freetech4teachers

Instagram: @rmbyrne

Youtube: youtube.com/user/rbyrnetech

MACUL Conference: maculconference.org

Scott Ely, Curriculum Director at Spring Lake Public Schools, shares how he provides choice, flexibility and unique collaboration opportunities for his teachers through online professional development. 

Connect with Scott via email at [email protected]

Our team of instructional coaches is available to help ANY teacher, ANYwhere. Learn more or just peruse our other resources (blogs, classes, monthly newsletter) and services (events, virtual support, quick chats or calls) at cbdconsulting.com/elevateEDU

Joe VanderZee is a teacher in Santiago, Chile.  He shares some differences between the U.S. and Chilean educational systems and his experiences with student-driven, interdisciplinary project-based learning. 

Connect with Joe on Twitter @javanderzee or email: [email protected]

Our team of instructional coaches is available to help ANY teacher, ANYwhere. Learn more or just peruse our other resources (blogs, classes, monthly newsletter) and services (events, virtual support, quick chats or calls) at cbdconsulting.com/elevateEDU

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Yes, deeper learning through discussion is possible in math!  Deb Mertz, a high school math teacher in Spring Lake, Michigan, shares how she uses the Harkness discussion method to foster dialogue, problem-solving, and reflection in her math classes.  She shares the powerful outcomes and some specific strategies for teachers of all subjects and grade levels. 

Contact Deb at [email protected] 

Read more about the Harkness method: https://www.exeter.edu/exeter-difference/how-youll-learn

Our team of instructional coaches is available to help ANY teacher, ANYwhere. Learn more or just peruse our other resources (blogs, classes, monthly newsletter) and services (events, virtual support, quick chats or calls) at cbdconsulting.com/elevateEDU

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Liz Kolb is a clinical assistant professor at the University of Michigan and author of Learning First, Technology Second.  Erik and Liz discuss her technology integration framework, the Triple E Framework and how teachers can best choose and leverage technology to engage students in learning, enhance learning, and extend learning beyond the classroom walls.  

Connect with Liz on Twitter @lkolb or via email at [email protected] and learn more at tripleeframework.com

Our team of instructional coaches is available to help ANY teacher, ANYwhere. Learn more or just peruse our other resources (blogs, classes, monthly newsletter) and services (events, virtual support, quick chats or calls) at cbdconsulting.com/elevateEDU

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Julie Hoehing teachers a 3-4 split class in Lake Shore Public Schools. She shares how technology not only helps her be a better teacher, but how students use technology to be more independent learners.  Erik and Julie also talk how coaching has helped make all of this possible. 

Connect with Julie via email ([email protected]).

Our team of instructional coaches is available to help ANY teacher, ANYwhere. Learn more or just peruse our other resources (blogs, classes, monthly newsletter) and services (events, virtual support, quick chats or calls) at cbdconsulting.com/elevateEDU