SOS Podcast

April is School Library Month, and we are thrilled to bring you a conversation with award-winning librarian Karina Quilantán! Looking for more information on School Library Month? Click here for an overview Click here for inspiration for celebrating your school librarian Learn more about this week’s guest: Karina Quilantán, also known as “Q.”, is an award-winning library media specialist, international presenter, and keynote speaker from the Rio Grande Valley, Texas. She has been an educator for over a decade and has earned array of digital credentials including Apple, Google, and Microsoft for Education certifications. Karina’s love for educational technology has allowed her to expand her library programming beyond the classroom and she loves finding innovative ways to keep her students and staff engaged in the learning process. In addition to her love of librarianship and professional development, she maintains several social media channels and moderates a professional learning network called RGV Library Sq

On this episode of the podcast Jeff and Tricia tell listeners all about the latest free guide: "Kickstarting a critical conversation about equity and generative AI." They explain why terms like 'algorithmic bias,' and 'search engine optimization' are important for students to understand as critical to the way we think about information literacy in the new era of generative AI tools. Discussed in this episode: Would you let an AI date for you? Survival of the best fit Facebook’s ad-serving algorithm discriminates by gender and race Propagation of societal gender inequality by internet search algorithms Do you want to get $250 dollars of Shifting School's store credit by being a 'critical podcast review partner'? Fill out this form before April 15th. Learn more about our Equity and Generative AI Course here

Do you learn from your mistakes? Do your students? In this episode we go deep into ways we can truly leverage mistakes as fuel for deeper learning, engagement, and reflection. We think more about the mindsets that help us unpack our mistakes and share them with our learning community. Our fantastic guest this week is Eman Ismail whose podcast ‘Mistakes that Made Me’  is a great listen for Business and Entrepreneurship as well as any learning that focuses on Leadership. Ready to learn more about this week's special guest? Click here.  Follow Eman on Social Media: On Twitter On Instagram Check out the resource from Eman that we discuss: Available here Thank you for listening to this episode! If you like our podcast you may want to check out our bank of free guides available here. A huge thanks to our sponsor for supporting us in making this episode possible: Visit textblaze.me/shiftingschools to get started saving time today!

Thank you to our sponsor MackinVia for sponsoring today's episode.  Jeff's book recommendation: The Dip by Seth Godin This week on the show we are honored to speak with Dr. Dana Goodier, the author of the book and podcast "Out of the Trenches". Dr. Dana Goodier has 23 years of experience in education. She has taught World Languages and English and worked as a middle school administrator. She completed her doctorate degree (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership early 2020. For her dissertation, she researched reasons parents were opting their students out of high-stakes testing at middle schools and how that affected the district accreditation rating. She often speaks at conferences, providing educators with techniques to minimize off-task behavior and to increase time on task. She is the host of the “Out of the Trenches” podcast, which features educators who share their stories of resiliency. She has also written the book "Out of the Trenches: Stories of Resilient Educators, which features much of her own story in

Welcome to the NCCE conference live episode sponsored by MackinVia. Today we explore the impact of Generative AI on education, digital and media literacy, and innovative projects happening in schools recorded on my Zoom H2n Mic. We begin with a discussion on Generative AI in education. We delve into the ways in which AI can personalize learning and engage students, while also teaching them about the ethical implications of this technology and the importance of digital literacy skills. Then we shift to the topic of digital and media literacy. We examine the critical role of media literacy in teaching students how to evaluate media sources and recognize misinformation. Finally, we turn our attention to some of the exciting projects happening in schools hearing from teachers and tech coaches about the fun things that are engaging kids today. The NCCE conference provides a valuable platform for educators to discuss how technology can enhance learning experiences for students. We thank MackinVia for sponsoring thi

In this episode, we explore the transformative power of feedback for leaders. Drawing from the insightful article "How Leaders Can Get the Feedback They Need to Grow" from Harvard Business Review by Kim Scott, Liz Fosslien, and Mollie West Duffy (2023), we discuss the importance of seeking feedback as a means of enhancing trust in our learning community. We examine the common barriers that leaders face when seeking feedback and consider key questions to reflect on in order to overcome these obstacles. From the fear of criticism to the illusion of knowing everything, we explore the mental roadblocks that can impede our ability to learn and improve. We share our personal experiences with seeking feedback and reflect on the impact it has had on our leadership journey. Jeff and Tricia also offer actionable tips for leaders to create a feedback-friendly culture within their organization and establish meaningful connections with their team. Want to leverage our free resources on feedback? Find our free guide 'Refra

On the show we are so excited to host Dr. Gina Picha! She explores the strategies and insight inside her new book: Conferring in the Match Classroom. We explore what it means to help learners develop their math identity and to develop their capacity and confidence as problem solvers. This conversation reminds us of the power of building relationships with students and ways we can build more casual conversations into our practice. Learn all about Dr. Picha: Dr. Gina Picha’s career in education began in Illinois where she earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a minor in economics and later a master’s degree in education.  Over the past fifteen years, Gina has worked as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, curriculum specialist and district math coordinator.  In 2020, Gina graduated with a doctorate in curriculum and instruction from Concordia University-Austin where she conducted research on teacher professional learning that includes time for teachers to reflect on their math identiti

This short and sweet episode asks for YOUR feedback. It has now been a few weeks since we launched our learning opportunities for generative AI tools like ChatGPT. Specifically, we launched: Our 5-Day Generative AI Challenge and  The Intersection of Equity and AI We are thrilled to have folks asking us for follow up challenges and courses and we want to get to work designing them. We want to do that with YOUR needs and questions in mind. So we are offering you a free pass if you agree to give us your feedback. Want your free pass? Please feel out this form by March 20th. Do you want to have a longer conversation about a bespoke training for your community? We love cultivating partnerships, book a discovery call with us free: click here to book your call. Learn more about our resources at www.shiftingschools.com Email us at info(at)shiftingschools (dotcom)

On this episode we explore what it means to 'be bold' in our personal and professional lives. This conversation features the research and insight of Shanna A. Hocking. Shanna A. Hocking is a leadership consultant, philanthropic advisor, author, and speaker with 20 years of experience raising hundreds of millions of dollars and leading large teams at organizations such as the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, University of Alabama, and Duke University. Her clients include universities, national nonprofit organizations, global businesses, and family foundations. Shanna is the author of One Bold Move a Day: Meaningful Actions Women Can Take to Fulfill Their Leadership and Career Potential (McGraw Hill, November 2022), which was recognized as a November nominee of The Next Big Idea Club. Shanna's articles have been published on Harvard Business Review, Fortune, Fast Company, The Muse, and Motherly, and her expertise has been featured in Bloomberg News, PIX11 Ne

How are we helping parents and caretakers as they seek to learn more about digital literacy and social media?  On this episode Jeff and Tricia discuss recent research that makes the link between too much unregulated screentime and anxiety. So what do we do to help one another be more mindful of our social media use? Jeff walks listeners through his PARENT framework and talks more about ways he can support your parent/caretaker audience and ways he can help your PTA sustain a conversation about social media in this ever-shifting landscape of digital literacy. Ready to learn more about that framework?  Click here for more. You can reach out to him at jeff(at)shiftingschools (dot com)to schedule a conversation to explore any of those options. Tricia talks to us about the brand new free Shifting Schools resource "Exploring our Relationship With Social Media." Ready to check out that free guide? Click here for more. As always you can explore our full collection of free guides, and sign up for our free newsletter a

Often the cliche 'the library is the heart of the school' is heard in literacy circles...but what does it mean to listen to a library's heartbeat? On the podcast this week we hear directly from award-winning librarian Karina Quilantán about the journey she's explored in telling the story of her library. We also discuss the way librarians and educators can learn from one another through social media. If you are curious to learn more about what a 'future-ready' library is all about, Karina has stellar advice to share. Learn more about this week's guest: Karina Quilantán, also known as “Q.”, is an award-winning library media specialist, international presenter, and keynote speaker from the Rio Grande Valley, Texas. She has been an educator for over a decade and has earned array of digital credentials including Apple, Google, and Microsoft for Education certifications. Karina’s love for educational technology has allowed her to expand her library programming beyond the classroom and she loves finding innovative w

Are you curious to learn more about what it might mean to become an International school educator? Have you ever considered an international move? Today's episode aims to help you dig into that curiosity and learn more about your potential next steps. On this episode, we're speaking with the creators of Educators Going Global, a community that aims to connect and bring focus to international education. Our guests today David and Audrey , who founded Educators Going Global. They share their vision for the website and podcast and discuss the resources and training opportunities it provides to teachers around the world. Throughout the conversation, we hear about the challenges and rewards of being an international educator. Whether you're an international educator looking to hear stories from others, or an educator interested in getting started on those next steps, our conversation provides you insight. Be sure to head over to https://educatorsgoingglobal.com/ to learn, listen, and connect even further. 

Ready to get our new free guide "Exploring our relationship with social media"? Click here and head over to shiftingschools.com to see our 70+ free guides! Check out Jeff's recent episode about parenting and caretaking with social media and healthy digital habits in mind, you can read it here. Today's guest is Andréa Jones and she's here to talk about her journey in becoming a social media strategist. Andréa Jones is  the creator and lead social media strategist at OnlineDrea.com They help businesses create an impact beyond their brand through authentic social media marketing strategies that focus on building a community of real and engaged followers She is also the founder of the Savvy Social Podcast and at the Savvy Social School. Learn more about her work at onlinedrea.com This episode hopes to help us think about the potential career pathways there might be via social media. Are your students interested in pursuing a career that you hope to learn more about? Reach out to us at info(at) shiftingschools (do

In this episode, we are so excited to team up with fellow podcaster/educator Olivia Wahl. We discuss the emerging role of educational podcasts in inspiring, informing, and igniting curiosity in our educator communities. Are you excited to learn more about our special guest Olivia Wahl and check out her podcast? Twitter: Olivia Wahl & Schoolutions Podcast Instagram: Olivia Wahl, My Business Page & Schoolutions Podcast  Facebook: Olivia Wahl, My Business Page & Schoolutions Podcast.LinkedIn: Olivia Wahl Ready to explore the run-down of podcast episodes we explore in this episode? Schoolutions Podcast with Host, Olivia Wahl S2 E1: We (still) Got This: What It Takes to Be Radically Pro-Kid with Cornelius Minor S2 E17: Spark Change & Make Your Mark in 2023 with the Refulgent Olivia Van Ledtje (@theLivBits) S2 E22: The Sharing Place: Supporting Children as They Process and Move Through Their Grief with Jill Macfarlane Be a Better Ally Podcast Episode 14: We are Ready (with Kathleen Nagl

On this week we speak with Jody Matey who enlightens us on why a better understanding of our sensory system can be of serious importance in the early years classroom (as well as across our campuses). She expands on a blog post she wrote entitled "Self-Regulation & Understanding our Sensory Systems: An Inclusive Approach to Early Years PE" available on PhysEquity website here. Jody walks us through tried and tested strategies that are brilliant for learners of all ages when it comes to processes stress and dysregulated emotions. Jody goes into detail in ways schools can leverage her tips with their parent and caretaker audience. You can find her menu here. Ready to connect with Jody? https://jodymatey.com/ Do you have thoughts about this week's episode? Want to let us know about an additional tip to consider? Head to www.shiftingschools.com and send us a voice memo! Join Jeff at NCCE this year and save $50 when you register using code shiftingschools50 Use code SSPOD25 to save $25 on any course at shifting

We asked our community of Shifting Schools newsletter subscribers to vote on this week's topic and they voted for a conversation on note-taking strategies. (By the way did you know you can also sign up for our free newsletter at www.shiftingschools.com?) Jeff and Tricia were so excited to discuss their nine favorite strategies in this week's episode: 1. Demystify the process: make space for learners to share what note-taking strategies they’ve developed by inviting students to so short share-outs or small group presentations.   2. Collaborative note-taking: invite groups or the entire class to collaborate on taking notes   3. Save the last word for me from Facing History: remember that you can use conversation as the catalyst for notes   4. Social silent reading: this might be Jeff's favorite--it is powerful for learners of all ages   5. Use protocols like those found in our free guide.    6. Use Jamboard-specifically our 'might mights' framework to gather questions. You can find that guide here.   7. Leverag

If you are passionate about STEM, Design, or Art this is a great episode to make time for! On this episode we sit down with Jen Christiansen: a senior graphics editor at Scientific American, where she art directs and produces illustrated information graphics and data visualizations. She began her publishing career in New York at Scientific American in 1996, moved to Washington DC to join the art department of National Geographic, spent four years as a freelance science communicator, then returned to Scientific American in 2007. We explore the power of Jen's new book Building Science Graphics: An illustrated guide to communicating science through diagrams and visualizations as a tool to help us think about the power of interdisciplinary learning. You can explore that book and add it to your professional development library by clicking here. Follow Jen Christiansen on Social Media: LInkedIN Twitter Thank you to our special sponsors, learn more about StemSports and Mackin Maker today by clicking here. Would you

Millions of dollars are spent on a single 30-second ad spot during Super Bowl Sunday. Now more than ever because of social media's influence the commercials that air during the big game get more talk time, more attention, and a more significant place in popular culture. So how are we preparing families to explore media literacy and think critically about these massively powerful ad campaigns? Our BRASS media literacy framework hopes to spark great discussion in and out of the classroom. That framework is a part of our brand new free guide: 'Three Ways to Leverage the Big Game for Big Learning,' and you can download it here. Check out the other research about Super Bowl advertising explored in this show: NFL accounts for 82 of 100 most-watched U.S. TV broadcasts of 2022 Super Bowl ads set the stage for marketing to millions If you use any of the ideas from our new free guide, we'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at info(at) shiftingschools.com Also discussed on this episode: Opportunities from NEASC Cli

On this episode we learn about the connection between sports and STEM. If you've been looking to do more with that link, this conversation is for you! Our special guest is CEO and President of STEM Sports: Jeff Golner. StemSports.com is a leading website dedicated to exploring the intersection of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) with sports. The website provides articles, videos, and resources that showcase the ways in which STEM is shaping the world of sports, and how sports can inspire young people to pursue careers in STEM fields. Founded by a team of sports and STEM enthusiasts, StemSports.com has quickly become a go-to resource for coaches, athletes, and fans who are interested in learning more about the science behind their favorite sports. Whether you’re looking to improve your performance on the field or just want to gain a deeper understanding of the games you love, StemSports.com has something for you. In addition to its rich content offerings, StemSports.com is also dedicated to pr

Jeff and Tricia talk about the importance of curiosity as we continue to consider new tools like Chat GPT and generative AI. They explore what it might mean to think about generative AI as it intersects with information literacy and media literacy. Patrick Holt (Dean of Learning at XCL World Academy) kindly shares what's being discussed at his school and how curiosity is being amplified in the classrooms and hallways. He takes us on a mini journey explaining what his journey with AI has been. As always listeners are welcome to share their thoughts with us by sending a voice memo to the co-hosts via the SpeakPipe button on our home page at www.shiftingschools.com or by emailing us at info (at) shiftingschools.com This episode also discusses what it will mean to center equity in our conversations about generative AI. Learn more about ways to expand your learning on AI and take advantage of our special pre-sale discount: click here. We hope this episode helps you get curious about what Chat GPT might mean for yo