myPD Unplugged

4.7 Fugitive Pedagogy: Carter G. Woodson and the Art of Black Teaching Jun 09, 2021

When schools began to integrate following Brown v. Board of Education, many Black educators lost their jobs and the Art of Black Teaching became more difficult to sustain in integrated settings. Wrapped up in a deep history of critical consciousness and political engagement, some would argue that there has been an active history of criminalizing Black education, though the resilience of the Black community has preserved its rich pedagogical tradition. As part of our Equity Thought Leader podcast series, join our conversation with Dr. Jarvis R .Givens, Assistant Professor at Harvard University and author of Fugitive Pedagogy: Carter G. Woodson and the Art of Black Teaching, as we unpack the rich and storied history of Black education in America. For those who may want to extend the learning evoked by the podcast, the following facilitation guide (https://bit.ly/3x95gVQ) has been developed to help with next steps in deepening the shared learning. This series is brought to you in collaboration with Learning Forward, the only professional association devoted exclusively to establishing and sustaining highly effective professional development for educators. To learn more about Learning Forward, visit www.learningforward.org. myPD Unplugged is a production of the Office of Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development in the Long Beach Unified School District.

4.6 Stories as Equity Data May 02, 2021

When we speak of data, it is natural to envision numbers and graphs, but quantitative data only tells part of the story. And sometimes it tells the wrong story, as we bring our own biases to the interpretations. What if we used stories to deepen our understanding of quantitative data or to challenge our own assumptions about the data? What if we added this third-dimension to the numbers to balance the stories we tell ourselves about the numbers we see? Listen to Val Brown, a national leader in anti-racist education, help us unpack the power of stories as equity data. For those who may want to extend the learning evoked by the podcast, the following facilitation guide (https://bit.ly/3eQ8hTy) has been developed to help with next steps in deepening the shared learning. This series is brought to you in collaboration with Learning Forward, the only professional association devoted exclusively to establishing and sustaining highly effective professional development for educators. To learn more about Learning Forward, visit www.learningforward.org. myPD Unplugged is a production of the Office of Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development in the Long Beach Unified School District.

4.5 The Humanizing Power of Stories Apr 24, 2021

Narratives shape how we see and perceive the world. Both the stories we are told and the stories we tell ourselves shape how we understand who we are and where we belong in the world. In equity work, stories humanize “the other” and help us to connect on personal levels, challenging our biases and assumptions about others. Listen to Erin Jones, decorated educator and skilled trainer, as she leverages the power of her own story to bring out change and equitable outcomes for all students. For those who may want to extend the learning evoked by the podcast, the following facilitation guide (https://bit.ly/32FYTMT) has been developed to help with next steps in deepening the shared learning. This series is brought to you in collaboration with Learning Forward, the only professional association devoted exclusively to establishing and sustaining highly effective professional development for educators. To learn more about Learning Forward, visit www.learningforward.org. myPD Unplugged is a production of the Office of Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development in the Long Beach Unified School District

4.4 Leveraging Technology to Bridge Equity Gaps Apr 18, 2021

“Technology can be a powerful tool for transforming learning. It can help affirm and advance relationships between educators and students, reinvent our approaches to learning and collaboration, shrink long-standing equity and accessibility gaps, and adapt learning experiences to meet the needs of all learners,” US DOE, Ed Tech Office. Listen to Sal Khan, Founder of the Khan Academy and Schoolhouse.world as he helps us consider how we might leverage technology to bridge the digital divide. For those who may want to extend the learning evoked by the podcast, the following facilitation guide (https://bit.ly/2P00FVR) has been developed to help with next steps in deepening the shared learning. This series is brought to you in collaboration with Learning Forward, the only professional association devoted exclusively to establishing and sustaining highly effective professional development for educators. To learn more about Learning Forward, visit www.learningforward.org. myPD Unplugged is a production of the Office of Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development in the Long Beach Unified School District.

4.3 Cultivating Genius: An Equity Framework for Culturally and Historically Responsive Literacy Apr 11, 2021

When educators consider ways to make their curriculum historically and culturally responsive, many struggle to go deeper than content integration and literary substitutions. As part of our "Equity Thought Leader" podcast series, Dr. Gholdy Muhammad, author of Cultivating Genius, explains her HILL pedagogy model (History, Identity, Literacy, and Liberation). Dr. Muhammad’s research examining abolitionists and 19th century education among communities of color found that early Black readers, writers and thinkers held five goals or pursuits for learning. This approach extends Culturally Responsive Education to include these 5 pursuits: Identity, Skills, Intellect, Criticality, and Joy. Listen in as she explains the historical roots of our current education system and the reason that intentionally cultivating our students genius serves as an antidote to that history. For those who may want to extend the learning evoked by the podcast, the following facilitation guide (https://bit.ly/3a11LYI) has been developed to help with next steps in deepening the shared learning. This series is brought to you in collaboration with Learning Forward, the only professional association devoted exclusively to establishing and sustaining highly effective professional development for educators. To learn more about Learning Forward, visit www.learningforward.org. myPD Unplugged is a production of the Office of Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development in the Long Beach Unified School District.

4.2 Systemic Racism in Education: See It. Say it. Confront it. Apr 04, 2021

Rather than starting with how to be anti-racist, what if we began by understanding when systemic racism got started, what information we need to be ready for the anti-racist cause, and why it is our moral imperative to engage? As part of our "Equity Thought Leader" podcast series, join our conversation with Dr. Carol Françios, as she helps us develop our capacity to respond to systemic racism: See it, Say it, and Confront it. For those who may want to extend the learning evoked by the podcast, the following facilitation guide (https://bit.ly/3cGFxwB) has been developed to help with next steps in deepening the shared learning. This series is brought to you in collaboration with Learning Forward, the only professional association devoted exclusively to establishing and sustaining highly effective professional development for educators. To learn more about Learning Forward, visit www.learningforward.org. myPD Unplugged is a production of the Office of Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development in the Long Beach Unified School District.

4.1 Equity Mindset and Social Justice Education: Know History to Know Yourself (Principal Baruti Kafele) Mar 26, 2021

In order to operationalize equity mindsets and social justice teaching in our classrooms, we have to know history. As part of our "Equity Thought Leader" podcast series, join our conversation with Principal Baruti Kafele (International Speaker, Transformational Leader, and ASCD Author) as he shares his insights on equity, social justice education, and equity-mindset teaching. Listen to Principal Kafele as he unpacks the critical role that understanding history plays in equity work, and how it threads the past to recent events in the nation’s capital. For those who may want to extend the learning evoked by the podcast, the following facilitation guide (https://bit.ly/3cocZIa) has been developed to help with next steps in deepening the shared learning. This series is brought to you in collaboration with Learning Forward, the only professional association devoted exclusively to establishing and sustaining highly effective professional development for educators. To learn more about Learning Forward, visit www.learningforward.org. myPD Unplugged is a production of the Office of Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development in the Long Beach Unified School District.

3.8 Better Together: Becoming a Learning Team Feb 26, 2020

Teams create impact. Learning teams create lasting change and transform practice. So how can a group of educators move from simple collaboration to dynamic transformation? As part of an 8-part "Thought Leader" podcast series, join our conversation with Tracy Crow (Chief Strategy Officer, Learning Forward), Fred Brown (Deputy Executive Director, Learning Forward), Kellie Randall (Coordinator of Professional Learning, Cherry Creek Schools), and John Eyolfson (Assistant to Principal, Eaglecrest High School), as we explore how cycles of team learning can fuel collective efficacy. For those who may want to extend the learning evoked by the podcast, the following facilitation guide (https://bit.ly/2Voa1ve) has been developed to help with next steps in deepening the shared learning. This series is brought to you in collaboration with Learning Forward, the only professional association devoted exclusively to establishing and sustaining highly effective professional development for educators. To learn more about Learning Forward, visit www.learningforward.org. myPD Unplugged is a production of the Office of Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development in Long Beach Unified School District.

3.7 View Your Practice from the Outside In: Using Video Coaching to Power Professional Learning Feb 19, 2020

How do you get a real picture of what is actually happening in your classroom? Is there a way to objectively observe your own practice, that informs conversations about ways to become a more effective educator? As part of an 8-part "Thought Leader" podcast series, join our conversation with Dr. Jim Knight (Senior Partner of ICG and Research associate at the University of Kansas Center for Research on Learning) as we explore the power of video coaching and discuss ways to reflect on and change your practice. For those who may want to extend the learning evoked by the podcast, the following facilitation guide (https://bit.ly/2wz8UPb) has been developed to help with next steps in deepening the shared learning. This series is brought to you in collaboration with Learning Forward, the only professional association devoted exclusively to establishing and sustaining highly effective professional development for educators. To learn more about Learning Forward, visit www.learningforward.org. myPD Unplugged is a production of the Office of Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development in Long Beach Unified School District.

3.6 The Power of Learner-Focused Feedback Feb 13, 2020

Feedback cycles are powerful levers for changing practice, but if your experience with feedback hinges on "giving" or "receiving" it, you may not have experienced it in its most powerful form. As part of an 8-part "Thought Leader" podcast series, join our conversation with Joellen Killion (Senior Advisor, Former Deputy Director and President of Learning Forward) as we delve deeper into a new paradigm of "learner-focused feedback," where we unpack the attributes and processes that support effective feedback that leads to change. For those who may want to extend the learning evoked by the podcast, the following facilitation guide (https://bit.ly/2Sm6RGv) has been developed to help with next steps in deepening the shared learning. This series is brought to you in collaboration with Learning Forward, the only professional association devoted exclusively to establishing and sustaining highly effective professional development for educators. To learn more about Learning Forward, visit www.learningforward.org. myPD Unplugged is a production of the Office of Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development in Long Beach Unified School District.

3.5 Collaborative Professionalism: When Teaching Together Means Learning For All Feb 05, 2020

"All professionals need to [collaborate] otherwise they are not [in] professions because people don't share their expertise." In a profession that has traditionally been siloed, where walls and doors create natural barriers, how might educators better leverage collaboration as they grow in their practice? As part of an 8-part "Thought Leader" podcast series, join our conversation with Dr. Andy Hargreaves (Emeritus Profession at Boston College Lynch School of Education, Visiting Professor at University of Ottawa, and President/Co-Founder, ARC Education) as we delve deeper into the transformational power of collaborative professionalism. For those who may want to extend the learning evoked by the podcast, the following facilitation guide (https://bit.ly/2v6lRiE) has been developed to help with next steps in deepening the shared learning. This series is brought to you in collaboration with Learning Forward, the only professional association devoted exclusively to establishing and sustaining highly effective professional development for educators. To learn more about Learning Forward, visit www.learningforward.org. myPD Unplugged is a production of the Office of Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development in Long Beach Unified School District.

3.4 Promoting Equity and Excellence: Change Models That Work Jan 29, 2020

How would knowing that your students' families were paying $50,000/year for their child's education impact your instruction? How can you reduce your D/F rate by as much as 80% in one semester? As part of an 8-part "Thought Leader" podcast series, join our conversation with Dr. Doug Reeves (International Keynoter, Researcher, Author, and Founder of Creative Leadership Solutions) as we delve deeper into the the relationship between equity and excellence. For those who may want to extend the learning evoked by the podcast, the following facilitation guide (https://bit.ly/31cq00s) has been developed to help with next steps in deepening the shared learning. This series is brought to you in collaboration with Learning Forward, the only professional association devoted exclusively to establishing and sustaining highly effective professional development for educators. To learn more about Learning Forward, visit www.learningforward.org. myPD Unplugged is a production of the Office of Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development in Long Beach Unified School District.

3.3 Challenging Conventional Grading Jan 22, 2020

In an increasingly competitive world, grades have become a currency of sorts in education, but do they really measure student learning? What do we do if a student doesn't do any of the work, but aces the final? How are we to respond when a student puts in all of their effort to learn, but fails an exam? How might our grading better reflect their learning? As part of an 8-part "Thought Leader" podcast series, join our conversation with Dr. Thomas Guskey (Senior Research Scholar at University of Louisville and Professor Emeritus at University of Kentucky) as we delve deeper into the history of our current grading practices, their impact on student motivation, and potential best practices to better reflect student learning. For those who may want to extend the learning evoked by the podcast, the following facilitation guide (https://bit.ly/2RiaY5S) has been developed to help with next steps in deepening the shared learning. This series is brought to you in collaboration with Learning Forward, the only professional association devoted exclusively to establishing and sustaining highly effective professional development for educators. To learn more about Learning Forward, visit www.learningforward.org. myPD Unplugged is a production of the Office of Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development in Long Beach Unified School District.

3.2 Beyond Diversity: How to really talk about race in education? Jan 15, 2020

Conversations about racism have become more amplified in recent years and, as educators, we have a responsibility to surface how it affects the systems we inherited and our response to removing barriers to access for all. As part of an 8-part "Thought Leader" podcast series, join our conversation with Courtlandt Butts (Equity Program Manager of Government/NGO Partnerships at the Pacific Educational Group and Leader in the Courageous Conversation TM Protocol) as we consider ways to make conversations about race and racism, both productive and insightful. Listen to Courtlandt's deep historical understanding and comprehensive framing, as he helps educators navigate the complexities of these conversations in education. For those who may want to extend the learning evoked by the podcast, the following facilitation guide (https://bit.ly/2QUzAS6) has been developed to help with next steps in deepening the shared learning. This series is brought to you in collaboration with Learning Forward, the only professional association devoted exclusively to establishing and sustaining highly effective professional development for educators. To learn more about Learning Forward, visit www.learningforward.org. myPD Unplugged is a production of the Office of Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development in Long Beach Unified School District.

3.1 Social Justice Teaching 101: Equity, Social Justice, and Implementing Anti-Biased Instruction in the Classroom Jan 09, 2020

As part of an 8-part "Thought Leader" podcast series, join our conversation with Valeria Brown (PD Manager/Facilitator for Teaching Tolerance, Board of Trustee Member for Learning Forward, and Founder of Clear the Air) as we unpack the implications of social justice teaching in public education. Listen to Val's enlightening, disarming, and personal narrative, as she helps educators navigate the complexities of equity in education. For those who may want to extend the conversation evoked by the podcast, the following facilitation guide (https://bit.ly/36EjSjo) has been developed to help with next steps in deepening the shared learning. This series is brought to you in collaboration with Learning Forward, the only professional association devoted exclusively to establishing and sustaining highly effective professional development for educators. To learn more about Learning Forward, visit www.learningforward.org. myPD Unplugged is a production of the Office of Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development in Long Beach Unified School District.

2.5 It's A Good Day to Be a Bruin: Linked Learning at Wilson High School Apr 16, 2019

As the nation continues to wrestle with making meaning of college AND career readiness, why does Linked Learning make sense for America's high schools? How can a school that is already working, change to become even better and stronger -- transforming the high school diploma from a certificate of completion to a passport teeming with opportunities? Join Edward Steinhauser (Linked Learning Pathway Coordinator) and Renee Shipman (Assistant Principal) of Wilson High School in Long Beach, CA as they tell the story of their school's transformation from a traditional high school to a Linked Learning College and Career Ready school. In their second full year of implementation, with only half of their student population in Linked Learning Pathway Programs, they offer valuable insights, lessons learned, and wise words to guide others who have the courage to tackle the challenge of preparing every student, every day for an increasingly competitive and shrinking world.

2.4 Scaled Grading: Challenging the Mechanics of Conventional Grading Systems Apr 03, 2019

Grading is a "technical process," but how deeply do we consider the mechanics of a grade? On the current 100 point grading scale, there are 60 degrees of failure, and only 40 degrees of passing. In the words of Dr. Thomas Guskey, "A grading scale in which two-thirds of the designated levels describe failure also implies that degrees of failure can be more finely distinguished than degrees of success" (On Your Mark, 28). Does this make intuitive sense, let alone, is it a fair assessment of learning? Join us for Part 2 of our discussion with Dr. Chris Lund (Assistant Superintendent of Research and School Improvement, LBUSD) as we unpack the mechanics of a scaled grading, as an alternative to the traditional grading scale. Could we be on the threshold of better representing student learning in a grade?

2.3 Making the Grade Mar 19, 2019

Do our grades tell the story of student achievement, progress, or learning that we want them to tell? Who is the audience for our grades? Why does it matter? Join Dr. Chris Lund, Assistant Superintendent of Research and School Improvement in Long Beach Unified, in Part 1 of a 2-part series, as he challenges us to consider our conventional wisdom around current grading practices. Using Dr. Guskey's work around grading as an anchor, listen in and see how we might better help our students "make the grade."

2.2 Building Collective Efficacy [Part 2 of 2] Nov 06, 2018

As the single most powerful lever in improving student achievement (1.57 Effect Size), collective efficacy holds a critical role in closing the achievement gap. In Part 2 of this series, three educators dig more deeply into the "mechanics" of building collective efficacy. Listen in on Jennifer Crockett, Kim Duenas, and Amy Pendray of LBUSD as they discuss the enabling conditions, intentional actions, and developed beliefs that nurture powerful instructional teams that engage in rich cycles of team learning.

2.1 Building Collective Efficacy [Part 1 of 2] Nov 02, 2018

According to Dr. Hattie, collective efficacy (the belief that together we are responsible for and are able to positively impact student learning) is the single most powerful lever in increasing student achievement, overcoming even socio-economic factors in education. Effective instructional teams (any team that meets regularly for the purpose of learning together to increase student achievement) embody a culture of collective efficacy leading to a focus on improving common instructional practice resulting in increased student achievement for all. Listen to Jennifer Crockett, Kim Duenas, and Amy Pendray of Long Beach Unified discuss their learning about what makes collective efficacy such a powerful force.

1.12 - Culturally-Relevant and Culturally-Responsive Pedagogy Oct 10, 2018

All students and communities come with cultural and linguistic assets, and deserve to be treated with dignity, fairness, respect, and unconditional positive regard. In a warm-demanding learning environment, every student matters and needs to feel that they do. All students can learn and achieve at high levels, and we have a responsibility for their success. Confronting our own bias is important work for us to do if we are to truly set high expectations for all student. As a follow up to our conversation on Multicultural Education (Podcast 1.11), Pam Lovett (GATE Coordinator), David Noyes (ELD Coach), and Marika Manos (History/Social Science Curriculum Leader) discuss ways to bring Multicultural Education to life in the classroom. In this podcast, they discuss similarities and differences between Culturally Relevant and Culturally Responsive Pedagogy, with real examples of how they can be applied in the field.

1.11 Multicultural Education (Banks’ Five Dimensions) Sep 06, 2018

Listen to Pam Lovett, GATE Coordinator for Long Beach Unified, share her experience and insights about Multicultural Education. From engaging stories to informed, research-based commentary, Pam makes meaning of how we build the foundation for a culturally inclusive classroom. All students and communities come with cultural and linguistic assets, and deserve to be treated with dignity, fairness, respect, and unconditional positive regard. In a warm-demanding learning environment, every student matters and needs to feel that they do. All students can learn and achieve at high levels, and we have a responsibility for their success. Confronting our own bias is important work for us to do if we are to truly set high expectations for all students.

1.10 Linked Learning 101 [Part 3 of 3] May 08, 2018

The third in a three-part series of podcasts on Linked Learning, a college and career readiness approach that has gained major traction and demonstrates impact in California. In this podcast, Gary Hoachlander (President of ConnectEd: The California Center for College and Career) unpacks and explains the four core components of a Linked Learning approach. 1. Rigorous Academics; 2. Integrated Technical Core; 3. Work-based Learning; 4. Support Services

1.9 - Why Linked Learning [Part 2 of 3] May 08, 2018

The second in a three-part series of podcasts on Linked Learning, a college and career readiness approach that has gained major traction and demonstrates impact in California. In this podcast, Gary Hoachlander (President of ConnectEd: The California Center for College and Career) explains why Linked Learning is uniquely situated to prepare students for the demands of the 21st Century.

1.8 - College and Career Readiness (Big Picture) [Part 1 of 3] May 08, 2018

The first in a three-part series of podcasts on Linked Learning, a college and career readiness approach that has gained major traction and demonstrates impact in California. In this podcast, Gary Hoachlander (President of ConnectEd: The California Center for College and Career) shares a big picture perspective on college and career readiness on both the national and state levels.

1.7 Social Media and Professional Development [Part 2 of 2] May 03, 2018

Part 2 of 2 - Join three educators (Tamara Shipp, Edward Steinhauser, and Kat Tacea) as they discuss the role that social media plays in their professional development. Listen in on their personal journeys to creating professional social media accounts, building professional learning networks, and pro tips from their experience.

1.6 Social Media and Professional Development [Part 1 of 2] May 03, 2018

Part 1 of 2 - Join three educators (Tamara Shipp, Edward Steinhauser, and Kat Tacea) as they discuss the role that social media plays in their professional development. Listen in on their personal journeys to creating professional social media accounts, building professional learning networks, and pro tips from their experience.

1.5 Conversation with Sal Khan: Khan Academy Apr 27, 2018

Sal Khan, Founder and CEO of Khan Academy, joins myPD Unplugged by phone to discuss technology in education, the impact of Khan Academy, and his hopes for the future. With a vision to provide a free, world class education to anyone, anywhere, Sal and his team have helped to transform the education landscape. Tune in to hear inspirational stories of Khan's international impact, and potential to become part of a larger access and equity strategy within school districts.

1.4 Video Coaching: Using Video to Coach Yourself Apr 19, 2018

Nader Twal (Program Administrator, Long Beach Unified) facilitates a conversation with Jennifer Crockett (Program Specialist, OCIPD), Ashley Rhoads (Special Education and Induction Coach), Jandella Faulkner (K-5 ELA/ELD Curriculum Leader), and Amy Pendray (Program Specialist, OCIPD and World Language Curriculum Leader) about using video to coach oneself.

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1.3 Professional Learning: A National and Local Perspective Apr 09, 2018

Nader Twal (Program Administrator, Long Beach Unified) facilitates a conversation with Pamela Seki (Assistant Superintendent, Long Beach Unified) and Michelle Bowman (Associate Director/Communities, Learning Forward) about professional learning. How do we create systems to support ongoing professional learning for educators? Is it possible to differentiate professional development to meet unique educator wants or needs? Join the conversation.

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