Batsheva Frankel

This is kind of a bittersweet episode for me. I was blessed to get the job of my dreams, and I couldn’t be happier, but it means I’ll be wrapping things up for this podcast. After 4 amazing years, this will be my last new episode.  I’m going to give everyone a chance to catch up by rereleasing older episodes. I’ve been thinking about what I would want to say in this last episode. What are some magical words of wisdom I can leave you with?  Then I decided that the best way to end this run is to chat with the person who helped me start the podcast and continued to sponsor and support it for the last 4 years, Jim Hahn. In this conversation we talk about our “origin story”, how education has changed for better and for worse during this time, how long it takes a bowl of Cheetos to burn and a lot more. I feel so lucky to have had this opportunity to chat with over 120 incredible educators, students, and parents in these last 4 years. I’ve learned so much from all of them, and I’ve made some friendships that I truly cherish. I’ve also given away a lot of mugs!! I’ve been embraced by the “edupodster” community who are just the best, and I feel grateful that this show is part of the Education Podcast Network. I’m so thankful for all the talented voice actors who’ve helped me with my fauxmercials including Eli Schiff, Barbara Heller, Jill Moray, Spencer Krull, Ben Elterman, Karen Hollender, most of the Bookstein family, and my family Rivi, Tuvia and my awesome husband, announcer, and the builder of my recording booth, Yossie Frankel. And also those that helped write and produce some of the fauxmercials like Joshua Silverstein, Ben Talsma, Noah King and Eve Hirschman. And for my musical helpers Linda Leah Korn, Robby Helperin, Casey Arillaga and Barbara Heller, and for my theme music – Raise it Up, I thank the wonderful Distant Cousins. I really want to thank you, the listeners for sharing this continuing journey in bettering education for our students! Please stay in touch with me at Batsheva@overthrowingeducation.com I’d love to hear from you. And this is a great time to get your Overthrowing Education swag. Who knows, maybe one day those mugs will become a collector’s item.

This is kind of a bittersweet episode for me. I was blessed to get the job of my dreams, and I couldn’t be happier, but it means I’ll be wrapping things up for this podcast. After 4 amazing years, this will be my last new episode.  I’m going to give everyone a chance to catch up by rereleasing older episodes. I’ve been thinking about what I would want to say in this last episode. What are some magical words of wisdom I can leave you with?  Then I decided that the best way to end this run is to chat with the person who helped me start the podcast and continued to sponsor and support it for the last 4 years, Jim Hahn. In this conversation we talk about our “origin story”, how education has changed for better and for worse during this time, how long it takes a bowl of Cheetos to burn and a lot more. I feel so lucky to have had this opportunity to chat with over 120 incredible educators, students, and parents in these last 4 years. I’ve learned so much from all of them, and I’ve made some friendships that I truly cherish. I’ve also given away a lot of mugs!! I’ve been embraced by the “edupodster” community who are just the best, and I feel grateful that this show is part of the Education Podcast Network. I’m so thankful for all the talented voice actors who’ve helped me with my fauxmercials including Eli Schiff, Barbara Heller, Jill Moray, Spencer Krull, Ben Elterman, Karen Hollender, most of the Bookstein family, and my family Rivi, Tuvia and my awesome husband, announcer, and the builder of my recording booth, Yossie Frankel. And also those that helped write and produce some of the fauxmercials like Joshua Silverstein, Ben Talsma, Noah King and Eve Hirschman. And for my musical helpers Linda Leah Korn, Robby Helperin, Casey Arillaga and Barbara Heller, and for my theme music – Raise it Up, I thank the wonderful Distant Cousins. I really want to thank you, the listeners for sharing this continuing journey in bettering education for our students! Please stay in touch with me at Batsheva@overthrowingeducation.com I’d love to hear from you. And this is a great time to get your <a href="https://overthrowingeducation.threadless.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Overthrowing Education swag</a>. Who knows, maybe one day those mugs will become a collector’s item.

Batsheva Frankel Wraps it Up

In this episode, my guest, Crystal Frommert, and I have a great conversation about something that challenges new and veteran teachers alike: How to have better conversations with our students’ parents and/or guardians in order to make connections and ensure collaboration that will really enhance our work with their kids. I love learning new things from my guests, and I certainly got some tips and ideas from Crystal that I wish I had known earlier. But it’s never too late! And if you love Ted Lasso as much as Crystal and I do, you’ll have a blast playing my Ted Lasso themed The 5-Minute Game Show! I want to thank my special guest, Crystal Frommert and my fauxmercial helper today, Yossie Frankel. Please make sure to subscribe to and review Overthrowing Education if you haven’t already.   Links and Resources: www.crystalfrommert.com When Calling Parents Isn’t Your Calling Find Crystal on LinkedIn, Twitter, and now Threads You can now find me on BlueSky @BatshevaFrankel Teaching Like Ted Lasso Podcast Lots of great essays from Crystal on Edutopia

In this episode, my guest, Crystal Frommert, and I have a great conversation about something that challenges new and veteran teachers alike: How to have better conversations with our students’ parents and/or guardians in order to make connections and ensure collaboration that will really enhance our work with their kids. I love learning new things from my guests, and I certainly got some tips and ideas from Crystal that I wish I had known earlier. But it’s never too late! And if you love Ted Lasso as much as Crystal and I do, you’ll have a blast playing my Ted Lasso themed The 5-Minute Game Show! I want to thank my special guest, Crystal Frommert and my fauxmercial helper today, Yossie Frankel. Please make sure to subscribe to and review Overthrowing Education if you haven’t already. Links and Resources: <a href="https://www.crystalfrommert.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.crystalfrommert.com</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/When-Calling-Parents-Isnt-Your/dp/B0BZFLDRSR" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">When Calling Parents Isn’t Your Calling</a> Find Crystal on LinkedIn, Twitter, and now Threads You can now find me on BlueSky @BatshevaFrankel <a href="https://shows.acast.com/teaching-like-ted-lass" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Teaching Like Ted Lasso</a> Podcast Lots of great essays from <a href="https://www.edutopia.org/profile/crystal-frommert" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Crystal on Edutopia</a>

Crystal Frommert: Better Conversations & Connections with Parents

After a long, tough school year, I figured we could all use a good laugh. In this encore interview in Episode 45 from April of 2021, I interview the one and only Mr. D, Joe Dombrowski the educator and comedian who performs around the country and whose videos have gone viral. We talk about the importance of using humor when teaching, and how to do it, even if you don’t think you’re funny. I also share a taste of how I recently used humor to connect with students. This is the perfect summer episode: Learn a little something and laugh a lot. I want to thank my special guest, Joe Dombrowski, and my fellow education podcasters who helped with my fauxmercial today: Charles Williams, Host of The Counter Narrative Podcast, and Shane Lawrence of The Ed Podcast and Unprofessional Development, and of course, Yossie Frankel. I can watch this a million times and still laugh: https://youtu.be/RwnBAHtc1D0 Joe’s first appearance on Ellen: https://youtu.be/SqoJMbLRNjc See more of Joe’s great video’s and listen to his podcast: https://www.mrdtimes3.com/ Find Joe on Twitter: @MrDtimes3

After a long, tough school year, I figured we could all use a good laugh. In this encore interview in Episode 45 from April of 2021, I interview the one and only Mr. D, Joe Dombrowski the educator and comedian who performs around the country and whose videos have gone viral. We talk about the importance of using humor when teaching, and how to do it, even if you don’t think you’re funny. I also share a taste of how I recently used humor to connect with students. This is the perfect summer episode: Learn a little something and laugh a lot. I want to thank my special guest, Joe Dombrowski, and my fellow education podcasters who helped with my fauxmercial today: Charles Williams, Host of The Counter Narrative Podcast, and Shane Lawrence of The Ed Podcast and Unprofessional Development, and of course, Yossie Frankel. I can watch this a million times and still laugh: <a href="https://youtu.be/RwnBAHtc1D0" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/RwnBAHtc1D0</a> Joe’s first appearance on Ellen: <a href="https://youtu.be/SqoJMbLRNjc" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/SqoJMbLRNjc</a> See more of Joe’s great video’s and listen to his podcast: <a href="https://www.mrdtimes3.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mrdtimes3.com/</a> Find Joe on Twitter: @MrDtimes3

Mr. D: Using Humor for Deeper Learning and Connection

Connie Hamilton

My guest today, passionate educator and prolific author Connie Hamilton, is returning for her 3rd time. Her first visit was in Episode 53: Asking and Getting Students to Ask Great Questions, one of the most episodes so far. Another popular visit was in Episode 53 when I had Connie and Starr Sackstein talking about hacking homework. Today, however, I chatted with Connie about her new book Hacking Group Work. She shares wisdom and really practical ideas and tools for all teachers. I’m a veteran educator of over 25 years, and you can hear in the interview that I learned a lot from her!   Connie also shares her smarts on the 5-Minute Game Show!  It’s a great one to play along with and yell out answers to in your car, or wherever you listen. I want to give special thanks to Connie Hamilton and the super talented Eli Schiff for helping me with the Great Group Dynamics fauxmercial. If you haven’t already, please subscribe and rate and review this podcast to help others find it so that we can all make education as great as possible and actually change what’s possible! Links and Resources: Twitter: @conniehamilton website: conniehamilton.org

My guest today, passionate educator and prolific author Connie Hamilton, is returning for her 3rd time. Her first visit was in Episode 53: Asking and Getting Students to Ask Great Questions, one of the most episodes so far. Another popular visit was in Episode 53 when I had Connie and Starr Sackstein talking about hacking homework. Today, however, I chatted with Connie about her new book Hacking Group Work. She shares wisdom and really practical ideas and tools for all teachers. I’m a veteran educator of over 25 years, and you can hear in the interview that I learned a lot from her!   Connie also shares her smarts on the 5-Minute Game Show!  It’s a great one to play along with and yell out answers to in your car, or wherever you listen. I want to give special thanks to Connie Hamilton and the super talented Eli Schiff for helping me with the Great Group Dynamics fauxmercial. If you haven’t already, please subscribe and rate and review this podcast to help others find it so that we can all make education as great as possible and actually change what’s possible! Links and Resources: Twitter: @conniehamilton website: <a href="http://www.conniehamilton.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">conniehamilton.org</a>

Connie Hamilton: Making Groupwork Work Successfully

What happens when a veteran teacher working as a professional learning consultant during the last 4 years returns to the classroom? What’s happening in the classroom now that was different than a few years ago? Spoiler Alert: A lot. I share my journey back into classroom teaching, at a time when so many teachers can’t wait to get out (and who can blame them?). So, while I confess a bunch of stuff, I also rant (and who can blame me?). Also, in today’s fauxmercial – A film noir detective parody – I actually play both roles. Check it out! For transformative professional learning check out New Lens Ed.

What happens when a veteran teacher working as a professional learning consultant during the last 4 years returns to the classroom? What’s happening in the classroom now that was different than a few years ago? Spoiler Alert: A lot. I share my journey back into classroom teaching, at a time when so many teachers can’t wait to get out (and who can blame them?). So, while I confess a bunch of stuff, I also rant (and who can blame me?). Also, in today’s fauxmercial – A film noir detective parody – I actually play both roles. Check it out! For transformative professional learning check out <a href="https://www.newlensed.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">New Lens Ed.</a>

Confessions (and Rants) of a Returning Classroom Teacher

Welcome to the 100th episode of Overthrowing Education!  On today’s episode, I have the awesome privilege of chatting with 5 inspiring high school students – Pauline, Drizzle, Ella, Fahmi, and Katie and their equally inspiring teacher, Stacie Oliver. We mostly talk undgrading. Obviously, this is a topic I am passionate about, and I noticed in the Edu Twittersphere a teacher, Stacie, who was posting about her journey with her students about ungrading. I was impressed not only by Stacie, but also with her students whose work and reflections she sometimes posted. I realized that with all of my episodes, and there are lots of good ones, about going gradeless and ungrading, they were mostly from the teacher’s point of view. So, I reached out to Stacie to see if I could have her and her students on to tell us about their adventures in ungrading. And also play The 5-Minute Game Show, of course! I’d love to do this for 100 more episodes, at least and continue bringing passionate, creative and inspiring voices of educators and students, so please subscribe if you haven’t yet, and tell friends and colleagues to as well. And if you find yourself wanting an OE mug, t-shirt or tote bag here’s the Swag Shop. Check out John Atkinson’s clever and funny cartoons including the ones that I used for The 5-Minute Game Show. I want to thank my special guests Katie, Fahmi, Ella, Drizzle, Pauline and Stacie Oliver. Also, I’d like to thank the wonderful Barbara Heller who sang all the songs on the UnGradist Hits fauxmercial.

Welcome to the 100th episode of Overthrowing Education!  On today’s episode, I have the awesome privilege of chatting with 5 inspiring high school students – Pauline, Drizzle, Ella, Fahmi, and Katie and their equally inspiring teacher, Stacie Oliver. We mostly talk undgrading. Obviously, this is a topic I am passionate about, and I noticed in the Edu Twittersphere a teacher, Stacie, who was posting about her journey with her students about ungrading. I was impressed not only by Stacie, but also with her students whose work and reflections she sometimes posted. I realized that with all of my episodes, and there are lots of good ones, about going gradeless and ungrading, they were mostly from the teacher’s point of view. So, I reached out to Stacie to see if I could have her and her students on to tell us about their adventures in ungrading. And also play The 5-Minute Game Show, of course! I’d love to do this for 100 more episodes, at least and continue bringing passionate, creative and inspiring voices of educators and students, so please subscribe if you haven’t yet, and tell friends and colleagues to as well. And if you find yourself wanting an OE mug, t-shirt or tote bag here’s <a href="https://overthrowingeducation.threadless.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">the Swag Shop</a>. Check out <a href="https://wronghands1.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">John Atkinson’s clever and funny cartoons</a> including the ones that I used for The 5-Minute Game Show. I want to thank my special guests Katie, Fahmi, Ella, Drizzle, Pauline and Stacie Oliver. Also, I’d like to thank the wonderful Barbara Heller who sang all the songs on the UnGradist Hits fauxmercial.

Stacie Oliver and Students: Adventures in Ungrading

As I get ready for my 100th episode celebration, I thought it would be great to look back at my very first episode from August of 2019. I featured educator of excellence Jesse Stommel and we discussed Ungrading (of course!).  My show was so different in the beginning, and I've streamlined it quite a bit since my earlier episodes. I originally had a feature called In the Trenches, and my guest on this episode was Leora Smith.   I also had something I called Tirades, Tips and Tools. I don't think this 2-minute segment lasted more than 2-3 episodes. It was a good idea, but kind of redundant.   I initiated my first fauxmercial which is called Grades-Be-Gone and of course, Jesse and I played the first The 5-Minute Game Show based on Two Truths and a Lie. Even though the show has grown quite a bit 98 episodes after this one, I think that for the most part, it holds up. What do you think?

As I get ready for my 100th episode celebration, I thought it would be great to look back at my very first episode from August of 2019. I featured educator of excellence Jesse Stommel and we discussed Ungrading (of course!).  My show was so different in the beginning, and I've streamlined it quite a bit since my earlier episodes. I originally had a feature called In the Trenches, and my guest on this episode was Leora Smith.   I also had something I called Tirades, Tips and Tools. I don't think this 2-minute segment lasted more than 2-3 episodes. It was a good idea, but kind of redundant.   I initiated my first fauxmercial which is called Grades-Be-Gone and of course, Jesse and I played the first The 5-Minute Game Show based on Two Truths and a Lie. Even though the show has grown quite a bit 98 episodes after this one, I think that for the most part, it holds up. What do you think?

Encore Presentation of First Episode

Sharon Duncan

It is the 99th episode of Overthrowing Education and today’s topic is one I’ve haven’t addressed on the show yet, so I’ve brought on Sharon Duncan, who works extensively with gifted students and their families. And I also bring back innovative educator Jim Hahn, the founder of Qualia: The School for Deeper Learning and Arete Preparatory Academy before that. Last time Jim joined me with the co-founder of Qualia, Jon Cassie on episode 77. And of course, Qualia is also the sponsor of this show. When a school sponsors a podcast called Overthrowing Education that tells you a lot about how amazing that school is. In our conversation, Sharon defines the various kinds of gifted students, and she also helps us understand how to best help them in our classes and schools. Jim continues to share some amazing ways to engage not only gifted students, but also curious students. And actually, these are things we can do to awaken curiosity in all of our students.   And that’s about it. I’d like to thank my guests today, Sharon Duncan and Jim Hahn, and my fauxmercial helping family Yossie and Tuvia Frankel.

It is the 99th episode of Overthrowing Education and today’s topic is one I’ve haven’t addressed on the show yet, so I’ve brought on Sharon Duncan, who works extensively with gifted students and their families. And I also bring back innovative educator Jim Hahn, the founder of <a href="https://qualiaschool.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Qualia: The School for Deeper Learning</a> and Arete Preparatory Academy before that. Last time Jim joined me with the co-founder of Qualia, Jon Cassie on episode 77. And of course, Qualia is also the sponsor of this show. When a school sponsors a podcast called Overthrowing Education that tells you a lot about how amazing that school is. In our conversation, Sharon defines the various kinds of gifted students, and she also helps us understand how to best help them in our classes and schools. Jim continues to share some amazing ways to engage not only gifted students, but also curious students. And actually, these are things we can do to awaken curiosity in all of our students. And that’s about it. I’d like to thank my guests today, Sharon Duncan and Jim Hahn, and my fauxmercial helping family Yossie and Tuvia Frankel.

Sharon Duncan & Jim Hahn: Understanding and Supporting Gifted & Highly Curious Students

Lindsay Lyons

My guest today is Lindsay Lyons. We talk about what a culturally responsive sustaining classroom is, as well as why and how to make it happen, especially through PBL. She shares a lot of practical ideas and resources. Then Lindsay knocks it out of the park playing a literature focused The 5-Minute Game Show. I want to thank my guest today, Lindsay Lyons, and for help with the fauxmercial - Shane Lawrence, who is now on the podcast Unprofessional Development, and also Shane’s daughter.   Resources and links: Lindsay's Website   YouTube  Twitter   https://extras.lindsaybethlyons.com/overthrowsurvey  https://extras.lindsaybethlyons.com/overthrowcircle  https://extras.lindsaybethlyons.com/overthrowplanne

My guest today is Lindsay Lyons. We talk about what a culturally responsive sustaining classroom is, as well as why and how to make it happen, especially through PBL. She shares a lot of practical ideas and resources. Then Lindsay knocks it out of the park playing a literature focused The 5-Minute Game Show. I want to thank my guest today, Lindsay Lyons, and for help with the fauxmercial - Shane Lawrence, who is now on the podcast Unprofessional Development, and also Shane’s daughter. Resources and links: Lindsay's <a href="https://www.lindsaybethlyons.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@lindsaybethlyons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> YouTube</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/lindsayblyons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter </a> <a href="https://extras.lindsaybethlyons.com/overthrowsurvey" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> https://extras.lindsaybethlyons.com/overthrowsurvey</a> <a href="https://extras.lindsaybethlyons.com/overthrowcircle" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> https://extras.lindsaybethlyons.com/overthrowcircle</a> <a href="https://extras.lindsaybethlyons.com/overthrowplanner" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> https://extras.lindsaybethlyons.com/overthrowplanne</a>

Lindsay Lyons: Creating a Culturally Responsive Classroom

Adam Bellow

My guest today is Adam Bellow the co-founder of the very cool Breakout EDU. We talk Game-based and play-based learning in general and a lot about the magic of escape rooms. It’s a fun episode with some practical ideas, as well. Also, in this episode I give a sort of overview of a game for humanities classes call Battle of the Big Ideas. For more information see below.   It’s not too early to be thinking about end of the year gifts for your colleagues or yourself for making it through this school year and Overthrowing Education swag is the perfect gift!   Resources and Links: Breakout Edu Find out more about Battle of the Big Ideas and how you can adapt and use it in curriculum: DM me @overthrowinged or @BatshevaFrankel or send an email to Batsheva@overthrowingeducation.com

My guest today is Adam Bellow the co-founder of the very cool Breakout EDU. We talk Game-based and play-based learning in general and a lot about the magic of escape rooms. It’s a fun episode with some practical ideas, as well. Also, in this episode I give a sort of overview of a game for humanities classes call Battle of the Big Ideas. For more information see below. It’s not too early to be thinking about end of the year gifts for your colleagues or yourself for making it through this school year and <a href="https://overthrowingeducation.threadless.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Overthrowing Education</a> swag is the perfect gift! Resources and Links: <a href="mailto:breakoutedu.com" rel="noopener">Breakout Edu</a> Find out more about Battle of the Big Ideas and how you can adapt and use it in curriculum: DM me @overthrowinged or @BatshevaFrankel or send an email to <a href="mailto:Batsheva@overthrowingeducation.com" rel="noopener">Batsheva@overthrowingeducation.com</a>

Adam Bellow: Breakout and Game-Based Learning

The Areté Institute presents an edgy and entertaining educational podcast for teachers, students, parents, administrators and anyone else who cares about the state of education. While it is playful and fun, we also address the revolutionary changes that are happening and need to happen to create more meaningful and engaging education. We’ll celebrate students, educators, and schools who are getting it right and give tools and guidance for inspiring everyone else. Each episode starts with a fauxmercial - a commercial parody for fake educational products we wish were real. And every interview ends with the guest playing The 5-Minute Game Show which is written specifically for the topic and guest of each episode. Who knew that revolutionizing schools could be so fun?

Is it possible that Robots/AI will replace teachers someday? II first examined this question in an episode in early 2020. My guests said no, but my son, 14 at the time, predicted much of what we are seeing now with the explosion of growth in Artificial Intelligence. So, I brought my son, now almost 18,  back on the show to give his reflections on his past predictions and update us again. Is it inevitable that teachers will become obsolete? What can we do to make sure that we, as real live educators, are irreplaceable?    What do you think? What do your students think? Let me know on Twitter @overthrowinged.    I want to thank Tuvia for indulging me and coming back on with his updated reflections, and a special shout out to the amazing voice over artist Eli Schiff for playing the male teacher and Robo-Helper on the fauxmercial. I also want to thank all the teachers who originally let me know what tasks they dread that they would love to outsource to a robot which were reflected in Robo-Helper    Make someone’s day with cool Overthrowing Education swag!

Is it possible that Robots/AI will replace teachers someday? II first examined this question in an episode in early 2020. My guests said no, but my son, 14 at the time, predicted much of what we are seeing now with the explosion of growth in Artificial Intelligence. So, I brought my son, now almost 18,  back on the show to give his reflections on his past predictions and update us again. Is it inevitable that teachers will become obsolete? What can we do to make sure that we, as real live educators, are irreplaceable?  What do you think? What do your students think? Let me know on Twitter @overthrowinged.  I want to thank Tuvia for indulging me and coming back on with his updated reflections, and a special shout out to the amazing voice over artist Eli Schiff for playing the male teacher and Robo-Helper on the fauxmercial. I also want to thank all the teachers who originally let me know what tasks they dread that they would love to outsource to a robot which were reflected in Robo-Helper  Make someone’s day with cool <a href="https://overthrowingeducation.threadless.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Overthrowing Education swag</a>!

Will AI Replace Teachers?

Barbara Smith

In this episode, I speak with Barbara Smith, a long-time forward-thinking educator and prolific writer. We talk about her upcoming book, The Gatekeepers: Why School Systems Should Rethink Resisting Change. We discuss who the gatekeepers are that keep us from moving education forward and creating a better system. Of course, that includes the U.S. and other countries' obsession with standardized tests, ranking schools and students, and a whole more. This conversation got me riled up, in a good way, to continue the work so many educators like you are doing to overthrow education. And bonus: we talked about the connection between a certain TV franchise and its connection to better education! Also, this episode’s fauxmercial was borrowed from Episode 60 with Zaynab Baalbaki about creating transformative schools, because this episode is really about overcoming the challenges to create transformative education. Once again, the awesome Jake Miller joined me in this fauxmercial flashback. I want to thank my special guest, Barbara Smith, and my fauxmercial helper, Jake Miller. I also want to remind you to please rate and review this podcast so others can find it. And of course, if you share it with your colleagues, friends, and some of those gatekeepers, we can help make some really positive changes in education. Of course, it couldn’t hurt to get some Overthrowing Education swag to really make your point!   Links and Resources: For all of Barbara’s books and resources: www.z-pd.ca Contact information: zpdschoolandcurriculumdesign@gmail.com or Barbaraj.smith@utoronto.ca

In this episode, I speak with Barbara Smith, a long-time forward-thinking educator and prolific writer. We talk about her upcoming book, The Gatekeepers: Why School Systems Should Rethink Resisting Change. We discuss who the gatekeepers are that keep us from moving education forward and creating a better system. Of course, that includes the U.S. and other countries' obsession with standardized tests, ranking schools and students, and a whole more. This conversation got me riled up, in a good way, to continue the work so many educators like you are doing to overthrow education. And bonus: we talked about the connection between a certain TV franchise and its connection to better education! Also, this episode’s fauxmercial was borrowed from Episode 60 with Zaynab Baalbaki about creating transformative schools, because this episode is really about overcoming the challenges to create transformative education. Once again, the awesome Jake Miller joined me in this fauxmercial flashback. I want to thank my special guest, Barbara Smith, and my fauxmercial helper, Jake Miller. I also want to remind you to please rate and review this podcast so others can find it. And of course, if you share it with your colleagues, friends, and some of those gatekeepers, we can help make some really positive changes in education. Of course, it couldn’t hurt to get some <a href="https://overthrowingeducation.threadless.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Overthrowing Education</a> <a href="https://overthrowingeducation.threadless.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">swag</a> to really make your point! Links and Resources: For all of Barbara’s books and resources: <a href="http://www.z-pd.ca" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.z-pd.ca</a> Contact information: <a href="mailto:zpdschoolandcurriculumdesign@gmail.com" rel="noopener">zpdschoolandcurriculumdesign@gmail.com</a> or <a href="mailto:Barbaraj.smith@utoronto.ca" rel="noopener">Barbaraj.smith@utoronto.ca</a>

Barbara Smith: Storming the Gates of Traditional Education

In the 4th episode in this series on AI in education, my guest, Matt Miller and I discuss the issues we need to consider as well as some very practical ideas for using ChatGPT and other cool AI in our classes. Matt has been digging deep into this subject and brings so much wisdom and insight into our conversation. Matt shares some great resources to explore in the links below. And he also plays a fun version of The 5-Minute Game Show called “ChatGPT, Google or Me?”   I’d like to thank my awesome guest Matt Miller and my fauxmercial helpers including my award-winning Voice Actor friend, Eli Schiff as the announcer and Jakey Schiff, Yossie and Tuvia Frankel. This is a great time to buy any burned-out or otherwise deserving teacher friend or colleague some Overthrowing Education Swag. Or buy some for yourself. You totally deserve it! Links and Resources: ChatGPT, Chatbots and Artificial Intelligence in Education Tons of great resources and classes: DitchThatTextbook.com Get on Matt’s email list to get all kinds of amazing resources: DitchThatTextbook.com/join Classroom videos to use in class TODAY:  Teachflix This project provides you with research-based teaching practices you can use in class tomorrow to save time AND teach better: EfficienTEACH.com

In the 4th episode in this series on AI in education, my guest, Matt Miller and I discuss the issues we need to consider as well as some very practical ideas for using ChatGPT and other cool AI in our classes. Matt has been digging deep into this subject and brings so much wisdom and insight into our conversation. Matt shares some great resources to explore in the links below. And he also plays a fun version of The 5-Minute Game Show called “ChatGPT, Google or Me?” I’d like to thank my awesome guest Matt Miller and my fauxmercial helpers including my award-winning Voice Actor friend, Eli Schiff as the announcer and Jakey Schiff, Yossie and Tuvia Frankel. This is a great time to buy any burned-out or otherwise deserving teacher friend or colleague some <a href="https://overthrowingeducation.threadless.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Overthrowing Education Swag</a>. Or buy some for yourself. You totally deserve it! Links and Resources: <a href="https://ditchthattextbook.com/ai" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ChatGPT, Chatbots and Artificial Intelligence in Education</a> Tons of great resources and classes: <a href="DitchThatTextbook.com," rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">DitchThatTextbook.com</a> Get on Matt’s email list to get all kinds of amazing resources: <a href="DitchThatTextbook.com/join" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">DitchThatTextbook.com/join</a> Classroom videos to use in class TODAY:  <a href="teachflix.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Teachflix</a> This project provides you with research-based teaching practices you can use in class tomorrow to save time AND teach better: <a href="https://ditchthattextbook.com/efficienteach" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">EfficienTEACH.com</a>

Matt Miller: ChatGPT and Other AI in Our Classrooms

This episode is important for parents and educators to listen to. In it, my special guest – a teenage boy - and I dig deep into the ever increasing problem of teens and pre-teens being influenced by toxic people and dangerous messages online. The most popular is Andrew Tate whose sexist and misogynistic views are couched between advice that many teen boys find empowering. How do we deal with his and other toxic influencers' bile as educators and/or parents? Special thanks to my very special guest, Tuvia, and my awesome fauxmercial voice actor, Jake Miller. Here are just some of the many articles to check out: BBC Andrew Tate: How schools are tackling his influence Andrew Tate: 'I fear online influencer radicalised my son' TES Magazine How to respond to boys inspired by Andrew Tate Education Week Misogynist Influencer Andrew Tate Has Captured Boys’ Attention. What Teachers Need to Know Votes for Schools MISOGYNY &amp; ANDREW TATE Part of our Classroom Conversations Series The Guardian Vulnerable boys are drawn in’: schools fear spread of Andrew Tate’s misogyny ‘We see misogyny every day’: how Andrew Tate’s twisted ideology infiltrated British schools NY Post UK schools grappling with teens brainwashed by Andrew Tate: report Independent School holds Andrew Tate assemblies over fears of ‘toxic misogynist’s influence on children’ Edit CM Andrew Tate and His Boys: An Educators Guide

This episode is important for parents and educators to listen to. In it, my special guest – a teenage boy - and I dig deep into the ever increasing problem of teens and pre-teens being influenced by toxic people and dangerous messages online. The most popular is Andrew Tate whose sexist and misogynistic views are couched between advice that many teen boys find empowering. How do we deal with his and other toxic influencers' bile as educators and/or parents? Special thanks to my very special guest, Tuvia, and my awesome fauxmercial voice actor, Jake Miller. Here are just some of the many articles to check out: BBC <a href="Andrew%20Tate:%20How%20schools%20are%20tackling%20his%20influence" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Andrew Tate: How schools are tackling his influence</a> <a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-wales-63794012" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Andrew Tate: 'I fear online influencer radicalised my son'</a> TES Magazine <a href="How%20to%20respond%20to%20boys%20inspired%20by%20Andrew%20Tate" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">How to respond to boys inspired by Andrew Tate</a> Education Week <a href="Misogynist%20Influencer%20Andrew%20Tate%20Has%20Captured%20Boys%E2%80%99%20Attention.%20What%20Teachers%20Need%20to%20Know" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Misogynist Influencer Andrew Tate Has Captured Boys’ Attention. What Teachers Need to Know</a> Votes for Schools <a href="https://www.votesforschools.com/teacher-toolkit/classroom-conversations/misogyny/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">MISOGYNY &amp; ANDREW TATE Part of our Classroom Conversations Series</a> The Guardian <a href="Vulnerable%20boys%20are%20drawn%20in%E2%80%99:%20schools%20fear%20spread%20of%20Andrew%20Tate%E2%80%99s%20misogyny" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Vulnerable boys are drawn in’: schools fear spread of Andrew Tate’s misogyny</a> ‘<a href="https://www.theguardian.com/society/2023/feb/02/andrew-tate-twisted-ideology-infiltrated-british-schools" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">We see misogyny every day’: how Andrew Tate’s twisted ideology infiltrated British schools</a> NY Post <a href="UK%20schools%20grappling%20with%20teens%20brainwashed%20by%20Andrew%20Tate:%20report" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">UK schools grappling with teens brainwashed by Andrew Tate: report</a> Independent <a href="School%20holds%20Andrew%20Tate%20assemblies%20over%20fears%20of%20%E2%80%98toxic%20misogynist%E2%80%99s%20influence%20on%20children%E2%80%99" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">School holds Andrew Tate assemblies over fears of ‘toxic misogynist’s influence on children’</a> Edit CM <a href="https://www.editcm.com/blog/2022/9/13/andrew-tate-and-his-boys-an-educators-guide" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Andrew Tate and His Boys: An Educators Guide</a>

Protecting Students From Toxic Influencers

Ben Talsma

After 2 more philosophical looks at AI in education, I wanted to bring in some super practical ways to incorporate ChatGPT and other AI sites into your lessons and schools as a whole. My guest is Ben Talsma who you might remember from Episode 28 which is all about making meaningful PBL units. Recently I saw that Ben is sharing some very meaningful, practical weird and wonderful ways to incorporate AI into all kinds of lessons, including, but not limited to PBL units. Did you ever wish you could talk to me about something you heard on the show? Have a question? Want to share an idea? Or just let me know that you totally aced The 5-Minute Game Show? You can! Go to the Overthrowing Education website scroll down and record a message to me. I can even respond! I just want to give special thanks to Ben Talsma. And don’t forget to get your Overthrowing Education swag.   Links and Resources: Twitter: @BenTalsma. To find great stuff that Ben has created for teachers, including awesome PBL units and tons of free resources, can be found at www.blueappleteacher.org. This is really cool and helpful:  The Sentient Syllabus Project  ATLIS Association of Technology Leaders in Independent Schools: ATLIS: Artificial Intelligence in Edu (padlet.com) AI - A Discussion for Education - Google Slides More to come soon!! 

After 2 more philosophical looks at AI in education, I wanted to bring in some super practical ways to incorporate ChatGPT and other AI sites into your lessons and schools as a whole. My guest is Ben Talsma who you might remember from Episode 28 which is all about making meaningful PBL units. Recently I saw that Ben is sharing some very meaningful, practical weird and wonderful ways to incorporate AI into all kinds of lessons, including, but not limited to PBL units. Did you ever wish you could talk to me about something you heard on the show? Have a question? Want to share an idea? Or just let me know that you totally aced The 5-Minute Game Show? You can! Go to the <a href="http://www.overthrowingeducation.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Overthrowing Education website</a> scroll down and record a message to me. I can even respond! I just want to give special thanks to Ben Talsma. And don’t forget to get your <a href="https://overthrowingeducation.threadless.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Overthrowing Education swag.</a> Links and Resources: Twitter: @BenTalsma. To find great stuff that Ben has created for teachers, including awesome PBL units and tons of free resources, can be found at <a href="http://www.blueappleteacher.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.blueappleteacher.org</a>. This is really cool and helpful: <a href="http://sentientsyllabus.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> The Sentient Syllabus Project </a> ATLIS Association of Technology Leaders in Independent Schools: <a href="https://padlet.com/ashley87/ATLIS_artificial_intelligence_edu" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ATLIS: Artificial Intelligence in Edu (padlet.com)</a> <a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1vq7PstByn3mfgovi_b2s_MxsN31qBBxYzh7X6ZnaGkk/edit?pli=1#slide=id.g1cf577bcc5f_8_27" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">AI - A Discussion for Education - Google Slides</a> More to come soon!!

Ben Talsma: Get Weird and Wonderful with AI

If you haven’t yet listened to the first in this AI in Education series, episode 89, you might want to do that first. It’s not essential but it does give some background that feeds this episode’s discussion.   In that episode, I mention some excellent essays by super prolific author and columnist Stephen Marche. And now Stephen is my special guest on the show today. He is a font of information and a lot of fun to talk with. Among many other aspects, we discussed some great things we can do with AI in our lessons, along with other potential benefits.   Additionally, we addressed how AI will affect homework, tests, and essays in many subjects. We also get into the scary potential for increasing inequity in the education system. And I asked a really important question on many educators’ minds – Can AI write lesson plans for us?    Speaking of AI writing things for us, I decided to see what would happen when I asked ChatGPT to write my fauxmercial. And I really did give it the first and second prompt that were described in today’s fauxmercial, and those really were the responses it gave me. The rest of it I wrote and performed along with Yossie Frankel as the announcer, Tuvia Frankel as the first AI response and Robin Glickstein as the second AI response. After sort of co-writing with ChatGPT, I was really happy to co-write The 5-Minute Game Show with an actual person – Eve Hirschman. It was a lot more fun. Spoiler: Stephen aced his game show. I believe that educators everywhere should be hearing what Stephen has to say, so please share this episode with every educator you know. @stephenmarche on Twitter Find Stephen’s essays, novels, non-fiction books, appearances and more at www.stephenmarche.com

If you haven’t yet listened to the first in this AI in Education series, episode 89, you might want to do that first. It’s not essential but it does give some background that feeds this episode’s discussion.   In that episode, I mention some excellent essays by super prolific author and columnist Stephen Marche. And now Stephen is my special guest on the show today. He is a font of information and a lot of fun to talk with. Among many other aspects, we discussed some great things we can do with AI in our lessons, along with other potential benefits.   Additionally, we addressed how AI will affect homework, tests, and essays in many subjects. We also get into the scary potential for increasing inequity in the education system. And I asked a really important question on many educators’ minds – Can AI write lesson plans for us? Speaking of AI writing things for us, I decided to see what would happen when I asked ChatGPT to write my fauxmercial. And I really did give it the first and second prompt that were described in today’s fauxmercial, and those really were the responses it gave me. The rest of it I wrote and performed along with Yossie Frankel as the announcer, Tuvia Frankel as the first AI response and Robin Glickstein as the second AI response. After sort of co-writing with ChatGPT, I was really happy to co-write The 5-Minute Game Show with an actual person – Eve Hirschman. It was a lot more fun. Spoiler: Stephen aced his game show. I believe that educators everywhere should be hearing what Stephen has to say, so please share this episode with every educator you know. @stephenmarche on Twitter Find Stephen’s essays, novels, non-fiction books, appearances and more at <a href="https://daisy-dinosaur-y8xh.squarespace.com/episodes/www.stephenmarche.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.stephenmarche.com</a>

Stephen Marche: How Will AI Affect Education? Part 2

Lacrecia Terrance

I am so ready for some huge, great changes, to education. How about you? How are we going to make this happen? How can we provide a super high quality education for every student? My guest today, Dr. Lacrecia Terrance, has been working toward this goal for a long time. In our conversation she shares a lot of practical experience with how PBL and the concepts of unschooling can genuinely create a better and more equitable education experience. We do talk a little educational philosophy, but there are also practical ideas and tools, as well. After our chat, Lacrecia crushes an NFL/PBL hybrid The 5-Minute Game Show! I want to thank Dr. Lacrecia Terrance and re-thank Shane Lawrence who is now a co-host on the Unprofessional Development podcast for joining me on the fauxmercial. Follow Dr. Terrance’s journey on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram  @TheEduProject Visit the EduProject website  Email lterrance@theeduproject.org PBL Works

I am so ready for some huge, great changes, to education. How about you? How are we going to make this happen? How can we provide a super high quality education for every student? My guest today, Dr. Lacrecia Terrance, has been working toward this goal for a long time. In our conversation she shares a lot of practical experience with how PBL and the concepts of unschooling can genuinely create a better and more equitable education experience. We do talk a little educational philosophy, but there are also practical ideas and tools, as well. After our chat, Lacrecia crushes an NFL/PBL hybrid The 5-Minute Game Show! I want to thank Dr. Lacrecia Terrance and re-thank Shane Lawrence who is now a co-host on the Unprofessional Development podcast for joining me on the fauxmercial. Follow Dr. Terrance’s journey on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram  @TheEduProject Visit the <a href="http://www.eduproject.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">EduProject website </a> Email lterrance@theeduproject.org <a href="https://www.pblworks.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">PBL Works</a>

Dr. Lacrecia Terrance: Create Excellent & Equitable Learning with PBL and Unschooling

In September of 2022, Fauxsie awards were given out at a fake, but very fun awards ceremony honoring the talented people who have helped me create the commercial parodies - fauxmercials - that come at the beginning of each episode. As a little gift this holiday season, I present some of the award-winning performances that listeners voted on. These are the commercials you won't mind sitting through. 

In September of 2022, Fauxsie awards were given out at a fake, but very fun awards ceremony honoring the talented people who have helped me create the commercial parodies - fauxmercials - that come at the beginning of each episode. As a little gift this holiday season, I present some of the award-winning performances that listeners voted on. These are the commercials you won't mind sitting through.

Holiday Fauxmercial Bonus Episode

There has been an explosion of handwringing among educators and academics, and cheers from students about the strides and easy accessibility of Artificial Intelligence that will probably change the entire nature of how we educate. What can we expect? How do we adapt?  Can anything good come out of this? This is just the first in a series of examinations of this incredibly important topic that will certainly affect every aspect of education at least from middle school through higher education. On this episode it’s just me and AI. We even had fun playing The 5-Minute Game Show! Well, at least I did. I can’t speak for my friendly AI. I want to especially thank Tuvia Frankel for clueing me in to the importance of dealing with this issue right away, and for writing the fauxmercial! Resources and Links: Various great essays on AI by Stephen March in The Atlantic The End of High-School English by Daniel Herman in The Atlantic The Brilliance and Weirdness of ChatGPT by Kevin Roose in The New York Times

There has been an explosion of handwringing among educators and academics, and cheers from students about the strides and easy accessibility of Artificial Intelligence that will probably change the entire nature of how we educate. What can we expect? How do we adapt?  Can anything good come out of this? This is just the first in a series of examinations of this incredibly important topic that will certainly affect every aspect of education at least from middle school through higher education. On this episode it’s just me and AI. We even had fun playing The 5-Minute Game Show! Well, at least I did. I can’t speak for my friendly AI. I want to especially thank Tuvia Frankel for clueing me in to the importance of dealing with this issue right away, and for writing the fauxmercial! Resources and Links: <a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/author/stephen-marche/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Various great essays on AI</a> by Stephen March in The Atlantic <a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2022/12/openai-chatgpt-writing-high-school-english-essay/672412/?utm_source=apple_news" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The End of High-School English</a> by Daniel Herman in The Atlantic <a href="https://www.ekathimerini.com/nytimes/1199575/the-brilliance-and-weirdness-of-chatgpt/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Brilliance and Weirdness of ChatGPT</a> by Kevin Roose in The New York Times

How Will AI Affect Education? Part 1

Starr Sackstein

Today, I’m continuing a hot topic in education right now -homework. My guests in this episode are incredible educators Starr Sackstein and Connie Hamilton who co-authored the excellent book, Hacking Homework. We have a great conversation that explores homework issues including giving practical ideas for how to do it right, if you have to do it all. And we also have a lot of fun! When I asked parents and teachers on Twitter, “How do you feel about homework?” I received almost 500 answers, along with a healthy discussion. And while people had a variety of passionate opinions, most were respectful of each other. In addition to a lively Twitter discussion, one teacher, Alex Giorgianni, reached out to me with an amazing assignment he’s and his colleagues, Mike Rinyu and Maryann Hilton gave their sophomore World History/English 2 and Junior US History/English 3 classes when they were studying propaganda in the US. It was called “The War on Homework” – you can find the assignment on their episode page on the Overthrowing Education website. Also, you can see the incredible results of Flagler Palm Coast HS students here. I want to give special thanks to my guests Connie Hamilton  and Starr Sackstein, my fauxmercial helpers Yossie and Tuvia Frankel, and Alex Giorgianni and the students of Flagler Palm Coast HS for sharing their work with us. Links and Resources For Connie: Twitter: @conniehamilton website: conniehamilton.org For Starr: Chief Operating Officer at Mastery Portfolio Chat with Starr: sign up for a time Starr's TEDx TalkA Recovering Perfectionist's Journey to Give up Grades Amazon Author page Starr's  website Twitter @MsSackstein Starr on LinkedIn Starr on Facebook

Today, I’m continuing a hot topic in education right now -homework. My guests in this episode are incredible educators Starr Sackstein and Connie Hamilton who co-authored the excellent book, Hacking Homework. We have a great conversation that explores homework issues including giving practical ideas for how to do it right, if you have to do it all. And we also have a lot of fun! When I asked parents and teachers on Twitter, “How do you feel about homework?” I received almost 500 answers, along with a healthy discussion. And while people had a variety of passionate opinions, most were respectful of each other. In addition to a lively Twitter discussion, one teacher, Alex Giorgianni, reached out to me with an amazing assignment he’s and his colleagues, Mike Rinyu and Maryann Hilton gave their sophomore World History/English 2 and Junior US History/English 3 classes when they were studying propaganda in the US. It was called “The War on Homework” – you can find the assignment on their episode page on the Overthrowing Education website. Also, you can see the <a href="https://wakelet.com/wake/iClGAO3PkEfiKMOXtaYv_" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">incredible results of Flagler Palm Coast HS students here.</a> I want to give special thanks to my guests Connie Hamilton  and Starr Sackstein, my fauxmercial helpers Yossie and Tuvia Frankel, and Alex Giorgianni and the students of Flagler Palm Coast HS for <a href="https://wakelet.com/wake/iClGAO3PkEfiKMOXtaYv_" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">sharing their work with us.</a> Links and Resources For Connie: Twitter: @conniehamilton website: <a href="https://www.conniehamilton.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">conniehamilton.org</a> For Starr: Chief Operating Officer at <a href="https://masteryportfolio.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Mastery Portfolio</a> Chat with Starr: <a href="https://calendly.com/starr-sackstein/masterybook-on-boarding" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">sign up for a time</a> <a href="https://youtu.be/_61kL5jeKqM" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Starr's TEDx Talk</a>A Recovering Perfectionist's Journey to Give up Grades <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Starr-Sackstein/e/B00OINVINI/ref=sr_tc_2_0?qid=1452279585&amp;sr=1-2-ent" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon Author page</a> Starr's <a href="http://mssackstein.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> website</a> Twitter<a href="https://twitter.com/mssackstein" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> @MsSackstein</a> Starr on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/starrsackstein/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> Starr on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MsSackstein" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>

Starr Sackstein & Connie Hamilton: Disrupting the Homework Habit

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Overthrowing Education

In this episode you will hear from educators around the world- in the United Kingdom, Japan, The Netherlands, Israel, Denmark, South Africa and Canada – telling us what’s happening in their part of the world. These global educators share not only how they are coping, but also how they are growing, inspiring us with wisdom and hope.

In this episode you will hear from educators around the world- in the United Kingdom, Japan, The Netherlands, Israel, Denmark, South Africa and Canada – telling us what’s happening in their part of the world. These global educators share not only how they are coping, but also how they are growing, inspiring us with wisdom and hope.

In the International Trenches with Educators from Around the World

Liz Vogel

Today I speak with Liz Vogel from Facing History and Ourselves who gives us a snapshot of how to use history to strengthen our students and help them become true up-standers. As this episode comes out on April 19th, 2020, most of us have been hunkered down in our homes, dealing with distance learning and lots of other issues right now.  One thing that is always a problem whenever troubling times arise whether it’s a health crisis or a financial crisis – or in this case both – is the rise of hate – racism, Jew-hatred, xenophobia and so on.  It’s been rising to scary levels even before the Covid 19 pandemic, and now we are seeing it grow so much worse.  And when the extent of the financial repercussions become clear, we are at risk for seeing an even more intense rise in identity-based hate speech and hate crimes.  So, how do we as educators and parents help our students and kids make great choices and combat any potential problems?  Listen and find out!

Today I speak with Liz Vogel from <a href="facinghistory.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facing History and Ourselves</a> who gives us a snapshot of how to use history to strengthen our students and help them become true up-standers. As this episode comes out on April 19th, 2020, most of us have been hunkered down in our homes, dealing with distance learning and lots of other issues right now.  One thing that is always a problem whenever troubling times arise whether it’s a health crisis or a financial crisis – or in this case both – is the rise of hate – racism, Jew-hatred, xenophobia and so on.  It’s been rising to scary levels even before the Covid 19 pandemic, and now we are seeing it grow so much worse.  And when the extent of the financial repercussions become clear, we are at risk for seeing an even more intense rise in identity-based hate speech and hate crimes.  So, how do we as educators and parents help our students and kids make great choices and combat any potential problems?  Listen and find out!

Liz Vogel: Facing History Helps Us Now

In this powerful episode, 12 educators in the trenches share their challenges, tips, tools and words of inspiration during this challenging time of a shut-down schools and distance learning. This is a double-sized episode that is filled with not-to-be-missed dispatches from all over the US (and one from Canada) representing all different communities and the difficulties they are facing along with the creative approaches these passionate educators are using. The Best part is that this episode can be viewed as well at OverthrowingEducation.com. And I highly recommend watching because you can see the people who spoke with me. It’s amazing to see them as they tell their stories. And here’s the thing – just as there is a huge technological disparity that impacts how our students are able to access their learning right now, the video portion of this episodes shows the challenges of various WiFi connections, devices and so forth because some are clearer and smoother than others. I’m usually really picky when I edit my episodes, but this episode is very raw and real.   And I added some bonuses as well.  I’m bringing back some of my favorite fauxmercials, one of which I fully animated.  Also, I’m doing something a little different for the The 5-minute Game Show.  Instead of playing a game with my guest, because I had so many special guests today, this game show is strictly for you, the audience.  So play along, and then submit your answers to join@overthrowingeducation.com

In this powerful episode, 12 educators in the trenches share their challenges, tips, tools and words of inspiration during this challenging time of a shut-down schools and distance learning. This is a double-sized episode that is filled with not-to-be-missed dispatches from all over the US (and one from Canada) representing all different communities and the difficulties they are facing along with the creative approaches these passionate educators are using. The Best part is that this episode can be viewed as well at <a href="http://www.overthrowingeducation.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">OverthrowingEducation.com</a>. And I highly recommend watching because you can see the people who spoke with me. It’s amazing to see them as they tell their stories. And here’s the thing – just as there is a huge technological disparity that impacts how our students are able to access their learning right now, the video portion of this episodes shows the challenges of various WiFi connections, devices and so forth because some are clearer and smoother than others. I’m usually really picky when I edit my episodes, but this episode is very raw and real.   And I added some bonuses as well.  I’m bringing back some of my favorite fauxmercials, one of which I fully animated.  Also, I’m doing something a little different for the The 5-minute Game Show.  Instead of playing a game with my guest, because I had so many special guests today, this game show is strictly for you, the audience.  So play along, and then submit your answers to join@overthrowingeducation.com

In the Trenches: Educators Reflect Respond Inspire

Monica Burns

In this incredibly challenging time of new realities every day, I have put together a special episode with Educational Tech expert Dr. Monica Burns and long-time awesome home school mom Kelila Sicilano who started OURSandYRS: Our Online Village They each bring lots of sage advice, tools, tips and strategies for helping educators and parents figure this out and try to make it work. Please share this episode with everyone you know! And go to www.overthrowingeducation.com for tons of great resources.

In this incredibly challenging time of new realities every day, I have put together a special episode with Educational Tech expert <a href="https://classtechtips.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Monica Burns</a> and long-time awesome home school mom Kelila Sicilano who started <a href="https://www.ouronlinevillage.com/dailyideas" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">OURSandYRS: Our Online Village</a> They each bring lots of sage advice, tools, tips and strategies for helping educators and parents figure this out and try to make it work. Please share this episode with everyone you know! And go to <a href="http://www.overthrowingeducation.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.overthrowingeducation.com</a> for tons of great resources.

Monica Burns: No Fear Tech Talk 

Michael Morris

Jesse Stommel

Two of my previous guests, Jesse Stommel and Sean Michael Morris and I discuss digital pedagogy, bettering education, and why teachers will not be replaced by robots.  However, In the Trenches, we have my 14-year old computer wiz son explaining why they just might be. Jesse and Sean play a super fun The 5-Minute Game Show after their interview. And I do want to give a shout out to all the great educators on twitter who inspired my Robo-Helper commercial by answering my question: What are school-related tasks you resent that take you away from actual teaching?

Two of my previous guests, <a href="https://www.jessestommel.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Jesse Stommel</a> and <a href="https://www.seanmichaelmorris.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sean Michael Morris</a> and I discuss digital pedagogy, bettering education, and why teachers will not be replaced by robots.  However, In the Trenches, we have my 14-year old computer wiz son explaining why they just might be. Jesse and Sean play a super fun The 5-Minute Game Show after their interview. And I do want to give a shout out to all the great educators on twitter who inspired my Robo-Helper commercial by answering my question: What are school-related tasks you resent that take you away from actual teaching?

Jesse Stommel and Sean Michael Morris: Why Robots Will Not Replace Teachers

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