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#EdChat Radio

BAM Radio Network -The Twitterati Channel

Once a week Highlights and amplifications from the Twitter discussion of the week on #EdChat. Hosted By Tom Whitby and Nancy Blair and members of the EdChat team of moderators including MaryBeth Hertz, Kyle Pace, Jerry Blumengarten, Jerry Swiatek, Steven Anderson, Shelly Terrell, and Bernadeth Wall in the UK.

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11:32

Our Evolving Understanding of School Culture

#EdChat Radio ·

2016/04/13

For many years, educators ignored the impact of school culture. As our understanding of school culture has evolved, so is our thinking about how we can change it. Follow: @tomwhitby @blairteach @tonysinanis @bamradionetwork Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Dr. Tony Sinanis is currently the Lead Learner of Cantiague Elementary School in Jericho, NY. Cantiague was named a 2012 National Blue Ribbon School. Nancy Blair is a middle school principal in Georgia. She previously served as a

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10:55

Blended Learning: How Ready Are We?

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2016/04/05

What is required to employ a blended learning model in our schools? Are we ready? If not, what does it take to get ready? Follow: @tomwhitby @blairteach @averyteach @bamradionetwork Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Gerald Aungst has 25 years of experience as a professional educator, specializing in digital technology, mathematics, and gifted education. Nancy Blair is a middle school principal in Georgia and previously served as a school improvement consultant. Tom Whitby is a

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10:37

Encouraging Teacher Leadership: What Works, What Does...

#EdChat Radio ·

2016/03/29

What is teacher leadership? How does teacher leadership impact student achievement and school culture? How can we support teacher leadership? Follow: @tomwhitby @blairteach @averyteach @bamradionetwork Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Janet Avery has been an educator for 23+ years. She is the Jerome School District Curriculum Director, and has been a Middle School Principal, Assistant Principal, and Secondary English Teacher. She's moderator of #IDedchat co-founder of #edcampidaho

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11:27

Substituting Portfolios for Grades: Meaningful...

#EdChat Radio ·

2016/03/24

Can portfolios provide a viable measurement of student learning? How can they displace or support traditional grades? Follow: @tomwhitby @blairteach @Learn21Tech @bamradionetwork Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Leanna Prater, M.A. Ed., is a District Technology Resource teacher for Fayette County Public Schools, Lexington, KY. Nancy Blair is a middle school principal in Georgia and previously served as a school improvement consultant. Tom Whitby is a former contributing editor at

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11:18

Year-Round School: In Search of the Best School Schedule

#EdChat Radio ·

2016/03/17

Some educators love year-round school, others hate it. What is the optimal school schedule? Follow: @tomwhitby @blairteach @Learn21Tech @bamradionetwork Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Lisa Abel-Palmieri, Ph.D.is the Head of School and Chief Learning Officer at Holy Family Academy, an innovative, college preparatory, and STEAM-focused independent Catholic high school for economically disadvantaged students of all faiths with academic potential. Nancy Blair is a middle school

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10:51

Educating Parents on the Changes in Teaching and...

#EdChat Radio ·

2016/03/08

As we hurry to bring educators up to speed on 21st-century teaching and learning, we need to include parents as well. Join us as we discuss the process. Follow: @tomwhitby @blairteach @schug_dennis @bamradionetwork Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Dennis Schug is a proud Middle School Principal, in a building that serves 630 students on the East End of Long Island, NY. He is the co-moderators for #NYEDchat. Nancy Blair is a middle school principal in Georgia and previously served as

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10:44

Personalized Learning Versus Age-Based Instruction

#EdChat Radio ·

2016/03/03

Join us as we compare the rigid,aged-based learning model to the latest trends in personalized learning. Follow: @tomwhitby @blairteach @thelearningloop @bamradionetwork Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Allie Rodman is an Assistant Principal and Director of Professional Development at Mariana Bracetti Academy, a K-12 Title I school in Philadelphia. She is a 2013 ASCD Emerging Leader. Nancy Blair is a middle school principal in Georgia. She previously served as a school improvement

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11:19

What Are the Hidden Drivers of a Supportive School...

#EdChat Radio ·

2016/02/23

School culture has a profound impact on virtually every element of teaching and learning. In this segment, we look at the hidden drivers of school culture. Follow: @tomwhitby @blairteach @MsSackstein @bamradionetwork Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Starr Sackstein, MJE is a High school educator, author, reformer, recovering perfectionist, Starr Sackstein leads by example both in the classroom and on the internets. She is an author of several books. Nancy Blair is a middle school

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11:01

Project-Based Learning: Underestimated or Overvalued?

#EdChat Radio ·

2016/02/11

While some educators swear by project-based learning, other say it's too hard to practice and doesn't work. We take a closer look. Follow: @tomwhitby @blairteach @MsAmberChandler @bamradionetwork Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Amber Chandler is a NBCT middle school ELA teacher, from Hamburg, NY. She is experienced in teaching students from 6 grade through graduate school students School Building Leader certification. Nancy Blair is a middle school principal in Georgia and

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11:26

How Do We Get Teachers to Ditch Textbooks? Should We?

#EdChat Radio ·

2016/01/28

Though many teachers have completely moved away from using textbooks most are still very dependent on them. In this episode, we discuss alternatives and barriers to adoption. Follow: @tomwhitby @blairteach @lane.young @bamradionetwork Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Lane Young is a Director of Library & Educational Technology and Computer Science instructor for North Shore Country Day School, a K-12 independent school in the northern suburbs of Chicago. Nancy Blair is a middle

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10:40

Balancing Teacher Driven and District Driven PD

#EdChat Radio ·

2016/01/19

In the episode, we discuss the balance between teacher-driven and administration-driven professional development. Follow: @tomwhitby @blairteach @dbuckedu @bamradionetwork Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ David Buck is a Professor of English at Howard Community College in Columbia, MD, teaching composition and literature. From 2010-2014, he served as Director of eLearning. Nancy Blair is a middle school principal in Georgia. She previously served as a school improvement consultant

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11:02

Why Is There a Gap Between the PD Teachers Get and...

#EdChat Radio ·

2016/01/13

In the episode, we look at the professional development gap and discuss what can be done to close it. Follow: @tomwhitby @blairteach @DennisDill @bamradionetwork Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com Dennis Dill is in his 14th year of teaching and currently teaching 6th grade Social Studies at Jewett School of the Arts, a STEAM school in Winter Haven Florida. Nancy Blair is a middle school principal in Georgia. She previously served as a school improvement consultant with the High

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10:26

The Significance of Education Twitter Chats: How ...

#EdChat Radio ·

2016/01/05

In the episode, we take a look back at the education Twitter chat phenomenon and evolution. Follow: @tomwhitby @blairteach @bamradionetwork Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/

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10:26

Shifting from Teaching Kids What to Learn to Teaching...

#EdChat Radio ·

2015/12/04

Educators on the leading edge of preparing kids for an unknown future are shifting to teaching kids how to learn. Learn more. Follow: @tomwhitby @blairteach @schug_dennis @bamradionetwork Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Dennis Schug is a proud Middle School Principal on the East End of Long Island, NY. He is in his sixth year in his current position, after serving as an Assistant Principal for three years, and a classroom teacher for a decade. A founding team members of Edcamp

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10:05

Great Teaching Is an Important Thing, But Not the...

#EdChat Radio ·

2015/11/18

It's a well-established axiom that teachers are the single most important influence in a child's education. In this segment, we look at the other influences that shape academic outcomes. Follow: @tomwhitby @blairteach @ShiftParadigm @bamradionetwork Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Mark Weston Ph.D. has worked at all levels of the educational system — classroom, school, congress, US Dept of education, technology companies and universities. He's currently an Associate Dean

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11:21

Tech Coaches: What Works, What Does Not

#EdChat Radio ·

2015/11/11

The role of tech coach is a relatively new position in most schools. When used well, tech coaches can make a big difference. What is required to make tech coaching work? Follow: @tomwhitby @blairteach @Learn21Tech @bamradionetwork Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Margaret Sisler is a School Based Technology Specialist (tech coach) with Fairfax County Schools in Fairfax, Virginia at Chantilly High School. She also facilitates professional development courses and the co-founder

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11:03

Teaching Dilemma: How Do We Innovate in a Culture of...

#EdChat Radio ·

2015/11/03

School cultures focused on compliance and testing make innovation challenging. How can educators work around counter-innovative cultures? Follow: @tomwhitby @blairteach @Learn21Tech @bamradionetwork Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Lisa Abel-Palmieri, Ph.D.is the Head of School and Chief Learning Officer at Holy Family Academy, an innovative, college preparatory, and STEAM-focused independent Catholic high school for economically disadvantaged students of all faiths with

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11:24

Modeling Digital Literacy to Teachers and Students

#EdChat Radio ·

2015/10/06

Digital literacy in the rapidly changing education technology space requires both understanding and modeling. In this segment, we discuss what is required to ensure educators are prepared to keep pace. Follow: @tomwhitby @blairteach @ShiftParadigm @bamradionetwork Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com Neena Grosvenor is a National Board Certified Media Specialist. She has been working at a Middle School, however she has been newly appointed to the position of staff developer for

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11:24

What Elements of 20th Century Pedagogy Are Relevant...

#EdChat Radio ·

2015/09/15

In this segment we talk about balancing the sound teaching practices of the past with the needs of the future. How do we adapt? Follow: @tomwhitby @blairteach @ShiftParadigm @bamradionetwork Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Mark Weston Ph.D. has worked at all levels of the educational system — classroom, school, congress, US Dept of education, technology companies and universities. He's currently an Associate Dean at Georgia Tech and co-author, along with Alan Bain, of the Learning

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11:38

More Teachers Would Embrace Innovation If...

#EdChat Radio ·

2015/09/08

There is a gap between the talk about innovation in today's schools and the practice. What are the barriers to innovation? How do we get around them? Follow: @tomwhitby @blairteach @donald_gately @bamradionetwork Ed Chat Archive: http://edchat.pbworks.com/ Donald F. Gately Ed.D.is the principal at Jericho Middle School on Long island in New York. Jericho Middle School has a comprehensive school-wide program to develop academic and social emotional literacy. Nancy Blair is a school improvement

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