All of the Above Podcast

In Episode 7 of All of the Above we take on the latest developments in American schooling, from teachers running for office this November to a recent challenge to Obama-era affirmative action guidelines. The episode begins with a look at recent headlines, including a new study that paints a bleak picture regarding wages for child care workers. In the “Show and Tell,” guest contributor Mimi Dao reflects on the importance of teachers revisiting their practice and ensuring that they are meeting the

In Episode 6 of All of the Above we take on the latest developments in American schooling, from radical changes in math curriculum to the increasing criticism of online charter schools. The episode begins with a look at recent headlines, including a new study that reveals a racial divide in the suicide rate among young children. In the Show and Tell, guest contributor Nadia Elhawary reflects on the ways in which white supremacy is quietly maintained in our schools. For the Seminar we tackle the

In Episode 5 of All of the Above we take on the latest developments in American schooling, from school desegregation plans in New York City to the connection between Starbucks’ implicit bias training and our own classrooms. The episode begins with a look at recent headlines, including a review of the political stand taken by state teachers of the year during their recent visit to the White House. In the Show and Tell, Manuel looks back on what may turn out to be the most impactful school year in our

In Episode 4 we take on recent developments in American schooling, from the role of modern technology in our classrooms to the debate around discipline reform and the emergence of performance tasks as measures of college readiness. The episode begins with a look at recent headlines, including an overlooked incentive included in the new tax law that benefits private schools. In the Show and Tell, Jeffrey makes a case for a more critical teaching of American history and the need to educate our

In episode three we take on recent developments in American schooling including preparation for school shootings, the debate around college access, and the importance of the arts in our schools. The episode begins with a look at recent headlines, including Betsy Devos throwing serious shade at past administrations and calling public education "a dead end." In the Show and Tell, Manuel makes a powerful case for greater investment in the arts, and gives recognition to the many teachers and

In this episode of All of the Above we explore recent developments in American schooling from the diversifying student population to the shortage of teachers and more. The episode begins with a look at recent headlines in education, including the recent pressure placed on Apple to address the negative impact of children’s’ addictions to iPhones. Jeffrey then presents his case that the scarce amount of time that teachers are allotted to collaborate and refine their practice represents a crisis that

It's our inaugural episode! We've got the latest, most interesting headlines in education you won't hear on the nightly news, commentary from Manuel and Jeff - two real life educators, and a fascinating panel with two special guests who help us tackle the question - how much is too much when it comes to teachers bringing their own politics into the classroom? Join the conversation! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aota/message Support this podcast: