Big Ideas in Education

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Ep 52: Powerful motivators for student work; implementing music education programs in schools Jan 06, 2020

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As we welcome the new year this week, Ryan talks about an article from EdWeek that discusses the importance of integrating student work into lessons and displaying student work in classrooms. Our hosts articulate specific strategies that educators can implement to put student work out in the open. Sarah talks about an article on the importance of implementing music education and social developmental programs in schools. Tune in!
Article:
https://www.edsurge.com/news/2019-12-17-why-music-education-is-more-than-learning-how-to-play
Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Producer: Ross Ulysse

Ep 51: Computer science for all; vacation breaks without schoolwork Dec 16, 2019

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This week, Sarah talks about an article that discusses improving access to computer science competencies for students and how this program can be replicated in other schools. Ryan talks about an article from We Are Teachers Blog that shares the idea of vacation breaks without schoolwork, but as a way to supplement other optional enrichment activities.
Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Producer: Ross Ulysse

Ep 50: Body positivity in classrooms; providing ongoing support to students beyond high school Dec 09, 2019

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This week, Ryan talks about an article from Edutopia that discusses best practices in adapting curriculum and the physical classroom space to better acknowledge and honor the size diversity of students. Sarah talks about an article introducing a school initiative that identifies the needs of low-income students, providing ongoing individualized academic advising to get these students in and through college.
Article: https://www.edutopia.org/article/creating-body-positive-classroom
Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Producer: Ross Ulysse

Ep 49: Teacher shortages; empowering students through union simulation exercises Dec 02, 2019

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This week, Sarah talks about an article detailing the causes of teacher shortages and attrition. Ryan talks about an article from Education Week about a school shop class that does union simulation exercises as a mechanism to help resolve conflicts and communicate course goals effectively.
Articles:
https://www.wibw.com/content/news/Education-leaders-pinpoint-why-teachers-are-leaving-at-annual-summit-565452851.html
https://www.edweek.org/ew/articles/2019/11/13/these-shop-teachers-told-their-students-to.html
Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Producer: Ross Ulysse

Ep 48: Effective literacy instruction, striving for educational progress in mathematics Nov 25, 2019

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This week, Ryan talks about a recent article detailing effective literacy instruction and elementary reading classrooms are relying too heavily on commercial products and small-group instruction. Sarah talks about a recent article from the LA times that focuses on the three essential elements in math instruction.
Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Producer: Ross Ulysse

Ep 47: Identifying personal fulfillment goals; curriculum alignment in math education Nov 18, 2019

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This week, Sarah and Ryan are back in the Miami, Florida studio. On this episode, Sarah talks about a recent article discussing the relationship between having a life purpose and one’s psychological and physiological health. Sarah discusses how we can use this article’s findings to inform how we think and apply this practice in our everyday lives with our students, gearing the education system more towards helping students find their purpose. Ryan talks about a recent article by Just Equations that discusses effective sequencing in high school math instruction. Ryan and Sarah discuss the relevancy of math sequencing and identify practical math strategies to help students find their purpose in this subject.
Article links:
https://www.kqed.org/mindshift/53733/whats-your-purpose-finding-a-sense-of-meaning-in-life-is-linked-to-health
https://justequations.org/wp-content/uploads/Just-Equations-2019-Report-Branching-Out-Digital.pdf
Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Producer: Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Post-Production: Ross Ulysse

Ep 46: Incorporating teleteaching in schools (recorded from FCSC 2019) Nov 11, 2019

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This week, Sarah and Ryan bring you another episode from the 2019 Florida Charter School Conference in Orlando! On this episode, they are joined by Cory Oliver, principal of the acclaimed Somerset Academy Jefferson K-12 school in North Florida. Cory talks to our hosts about his recent use of teleteaching at his school and the benefits the technology provides in supporting student learning and improving teacher effectiveness.
Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Producer: Ross Ulysse

Ep 45: Incorporating industry certifications in schools (recorded from FCSC 2019) Nov 04, 2019

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This week, Sarah and Ryan are recording from the 2019 Florida Charter School Conference in Orlando! They are joined by Mindy Howa and Wyman Patten from Certiport, a provider of industry certification programming for students and schools. Wyman and Mindy talk to our hosts about the Certiport program and the importance of including industry certifications in all types of schools to prepare students for the job market.
Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Producer: Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Post-Production: Ross Ulysse

Ep 44: Incorporating STEM competencies in JROTC programs; delaying school start times Oct 28, 2019

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This week, Sarah talks about a recent article about bringing computer science and STEM competencies to JROTC programs, exposing students to STEM through practical base application and applying these principles into military activities. Ryan talks about a state law in California that mandates later start times in schools. Our hosts provide their perspective on this idea, discussing many logistics and potential outcomes once this bill is implemented.
Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Producer: Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Post-Production: Ross Ulysse

Ep 43: Conscious discipline in schools; extending school lunch Oct 21, 2019

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Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.
This week, Ryan talks about a recent article about a DC Title I school that shifted from traditional exclusionary discipline and moved instead to a “conscious discipline” approach—and had great results. Sarah talks about article from EdWeek that discussed extending school lunch time while ensuring students receive the instructional time and healthy nutrition that they need. Tune in!
Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Producer: Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Post-Production: Ross Ulysse

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