In the Mind Of Education

In this weeks episode we take a look at 4 big changes made in the time of Covid-19 within education and how those changes will impact the future of education itself! Check out the markers and minions website with the link below https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Markers-And-Minions/Category/Digital-Math-Bundles-501261?utm_source=Josh%27s%20Podcast&utm_campaign=Digital%20Math%20Bundles Check out the article using the link below https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/4-ways-districts-are-giving-teachers-more-flexibility-in-their-jobs/2021/05

In this weeks episode I take a look at how one companies research analysis shows that 3.8 million students grew academically through the Covid-19 pandemic. I also share my thoughts on how I believe that data can be skewed to be made to say whatever you want it to say. I also address the issue of many key missing demographics from this data.  You can check the article by clicking here and the Markers and Minions Website by clicking here Twitter Facebook

In this weeks episode I reflect on the teachers who inspired me to become a teacher! Take a journey with me as I discuss the Elementary, Middle School, High School, and College teachers who helped shape the teacher I am today! You can check out the Markers and Minions Website by clicking here Twitter Facebook

In this weeks episode we go back to edweek.org and discuss how teachers are and should give students an opportunity to discuss and process the Derek Chauvin trial and other "controversial" topics in the classroom.  You can check the article by clicking here and the Markers and Minions Website by clicking here Twitter Facebook

In episode ten of In The Mind of Education we take a break from checking out edweek.org and I talk about the three items that have kept my virtual classroom engaging! There is also a bonus one (so really 4 items) but I have found these things impactful and wanted to share them with my audience in hopes that you might find them impactful too! You can check out the Markers and Minions Website by clicking here Follow Us On Social Media Twitter Facebook

In this weeks episode we take a look at how to improve academic achievement through empowering parents. Specifically we take a look at how Detroit Public Schools have taking huge steps to involving the invaluable stakeholders that are legal guardians of our students. How have these steps impacted Detroit Public Schools to rise from the ashes of 2016? Listen in to find out! You can check the article by clicking here and the Markers and Minions Website by clicking here Twitter Facebook

In this weeks episode of in the mind of education we take a look at a coming literacy crisis that is going to take a all hands on deck effort to ensure that we prepare students and teacher for future challenges.  You can check the article by clicking here and the Markers and Minions Website by clicking here Twitter Facebook

In this episode we take a look at an interview with David Susskind and Oxford University fellow and his take on automation and the purpose of K-12 education within that topic. Below you can find links to the article, or sponsor, and our social media platforms! Check us out! You can check the article by clicking here and the Markers and Minions Website by clicking here Twitter Facebook

In this weeks episode I take a look at the Do's and Don'ts of Hyrbid teaching. In addition we have new "student sponsors" where students have come up with new advertisements for a creative writing project.  You can check the article by clicking here and the Markers and Minions Website by clicking here Twitter Facebook

In this weeks episode I take a look at "The Ten Zoom Commandments" written by Justin Minkel. Justin Minkel, the 2007 Arkansas Teacher of the Year, teaches 1st and 2nd grades at Jones Elementary in Springdale, Ark., a high-poverty public school where 85 percent of the students are English-language learners. He is on educational leave this year to pursue an MFA in creative writing for children. After reading the article I give you my initial thoughts in this compelling episode. You can check the article by clicking here and the Markers and Minions Website by clicking here Twitter Facebook