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196: How Parents and Teachers Can teach Empathy and Empowerment in the Aftermath of Tragedy Nov 27, 2017

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Joe Mazza shares how parents can help students have empathy and become empowered changemakers in the face of tragedy. In this special show, we give tips to parents and teachers about things they can do this season to help kids serve others affected by tragedy.

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195: 5 Ideas for Fantastic Professional Development Nov 17, 2017

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Dyane Smokorowski, "Mrs. Smoke" talks about what makes excellent professional development. We talked at NNSTOY about training that inspires and helps teachers change.

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FlexPath – only at Capella University – lets teachers work at their own pace to earn their MEd in a competency-based learning format. This subscription-based tuition model doesn't limit the number of courses you can complete during each 12-week period, enrolling in up to two courses at once, for one flat tuition rate. Go to coolcatteacher.com/flexpath to get your free FlexPath guide and see if Capella's FlexPath option is right for you.

194: She Hired Me! Betty Shiver, the woman who convinced me to become a teacher Nov 16, 2017

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In today's show, Betty Shiver, my former curriculum director and the person who convinced me to become a teacher and I talk about teaching. We discuss hiring, inspiring, and having conversations that inspire people to change and improve their classrooms.

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193: My student's views on learning and teaching -- Brent Johnson #stuvoice Nov 15, 2017

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Brent Johnson is a senior at Westwood Schools. He has taken my classes for the last four years. We have a frank conversation about technology and a win in the National 4H Competition as a result of some apps he made in my class. Brent has come a long way! I hope you find this conversation inspiring.

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192: Flipsnack: A fun way to make interactive online magazines #edtech Nov 14, 2017

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Mandy Froehlich talks about a tool she uses in her classroom, Flipsnack. Learn how she uses this tool.

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FlexPath – only at Capella University – lets teachers work at their own pace to earn their MEd in a competency-based learning format. This subscription-based tuition model doesn't limit the number of courses you can complete during each 12-week period , enrolling in up to two courses at once, for one flat tuition rate. Go to coolcatteacher.com/flexpath to get your free FlexPath guide and see if Capella's FlexPath option is right for you.

191: Amazing Grace Adkins - my 89 year old learning lab director and the most amazing woman I know Nov 13, 2017

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Mrs. Grace Adkins is a hero, mentor, and teacher to many. With a 56-year generation-spanning career as an educator, Mrs. Adkins approaches her 90th birthday still teaching, loving kids, and riding over 100 miles on her bike each week. Meet a truly remarkable woman and a personal mentor, Mrs. Grace Adkins.

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190: Global Education Conference 2017 with Lucy Gray and Steve Hargadon Nov 10, 2017

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Lucy Gray and Steve Hargadon, Global Education Conference co-chairs, talk about the Global Education Conference 2017 that runs from November 13-16. Go to globaleducationconference.com to join in.

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189: Different Schools for a Different World Nov 09, 2017

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Dr. Scott McLeod, co-author of Different Schools for a Different World, has a frank conversation about the change that needs to happen, how long it will take to happen, and the next steps for promoting creativity in schools.

www.coolcatteacher.com/e189 Got 5 minutes? That is all it takes to enter the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow contest. If you're a US public school teacher of grades 6-12, you and your students just need to come up with a STEAM idea that can help your community. If you're selected as a finalist, you'll win technology and prizes to help your STEAM project come to reality. The entry period ends this week - Thursday, November 9 is the last day! Go to coolcatteacher.com/samsungsolve to learn more. Good luck!

188: Blowing up the Curriculum with the Learning Journey Model Nov 08, 2017

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Mark Engstrom shares a personalized model for learning that he calls the "Learning Journey Model." After students accomplish a core competency, they personalize their learning journey much like the "game of LIFE" board game.

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Got 5 minutes? That is all it takes to enter the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow contest. If you're a US public school teacher of grades 6-12, you and your students just need to come up with a STEAM idea that can help your community. If you're selected as a finalist, you'll win technology and prizes to help your STEAM project come to reality. The entry period ends this week - Thursday, November 9 is the last day! Go to coolcatteacher.com/samsungsolve to learn more. Good luck!

187: Hyperdocs: How to's and Tips for Teachers Nov 07, 2017

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Lisa Scumpieru, 10th-grade Literature Teacher, gives us a crash course in Hyperdocs. She shares lesson plans, ideas, and tips for getting started quickly without hassle.

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