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School Corporate Sponsors? Apr 19, 2019

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Should schools get extra funding help from big corporations? Companies in the soft drink and fast food industry are everywhere. But do they have to be? Jamal and Don discuss.

Chris Voss: Never Split The Difference Apr 17, 2019

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Chris Voss wrote his best selling book "Never Split The Difference" to help educate people on the art of negotiation. As a former hostage negotiator, Voss knows the subtle non verbals and ques to help you persuade and negotiate your way to a better outcome. In this episode we go over some amazing strategies, as well as talk about what middle and high school students should master- and why we should "teach" negotiation. Lastly, Chris wants to give away a signed copy! Email me at: dwettrick@startedupfoundation.org for your chance to win! Or, go to our Facebook page and leave a comment. www.facebook.com/startedup

The Re - Invent Yourself Triangle Apr 15, 2019

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Many people change jobs or careers- but don't "reinvent" themselves. It's hard for us to take that leap out of our comfort zone, but we also fear what people might say about us. I have a solution. The re-invention triangle.

Teacher Side Hustle Apr 12, 2019

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How many times do we hear "teachers don't get paid enough?" *Too often. However, many teachers are pursuing "side hustles" to make some extra income. But... what to do? And, does it offend other teachers?

The Innovation Edge w/ a STEM Approach Apr 10, 2019

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EdgeMakers and STEM Learning Lab merged in March of 2019, paving the way to provide the curriculum and professional development that empower K-12 educators to deliver the authoritative, integrated approach to teaching the disciplines of the 21st century. The new company known as EdgeMakers combines STEM Learning Lab’s education and professional development programs, which are unmatched in their ability to teach students the essential “hard skills” needed for 21st century success, with EdgeMakers’ groundbreaking innovative thinking curriculum, which helps learners apply their skills toward a true purpose to effect meaningful change. The company also offers programs in Maker & STEAM, Robotics & AI Programming, Engineering Design & 3D Printing, Coding & Computational Thinking and Circuitry & Hardware Programming. EdgeMakers brings together the work of John Kao and Gina Cherkowski, leading thinkers in innovation and STEM, to create something truly unique in the education marketplace. Dr. John Kao has spent the better part of 30 years creating compelling learning experiences for emerging innovators and entrepreneurs. His eclectic career mirrors the complexity of innovation and entrepreneurship. He was a professor at Harvard Business School, and he taught at the MIT Media Lab and Stanford’s Bowman House. He was an advisor to countries on innovation policy and is a serial entrepreneur. He also is the best-selling author of books about innovation, a Tony award-winning producer of stage and screen, Yamaha Music’s first “artist in innovation” and a Yale Medical School trained psychiatrist. Each experience has enriched his pedagogical approach. Dubbed “Mr. Creativity” and a “serial innovator” by The Economist, John Kao is a renaissance man and self-styled “innovation activist” whose creativity forms the DNA of EdgeMakers. Dr. Gina Cherkowski is an educational game changer on a mission to ensure all students have access to high-quality STEM learning experiences so they are aptly prepared for our technology-driven, dynamic world. She holds a PhD in Mathematics Education as well as in Culture Studies in Education. She has extensive experience in teaching and learning as a remediation specialist, a classroom teacher, and as a university professor for both undergraduate and graduate courses in education both in Canada and internationally. As a social justice math educator and learning activist, Gina believes that all kids can and should be proficient in math as well as the other STEM fields and fights to make this a reality. Her current research explores teaching math conceptually using spatial-temporal reasoning to facilitate a deep understanding of mathematics for diverse learners. Another area of interest is the development of visual-spatial skills through interaction in highly engaging, hands-on STEM and STEAM projects like coding, robotics and Maker Education.

Dad Jokes, Kevin Hart & "Cool Insults" Apr 08, 2019

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I was listening to Kevin Hart talk to Joe Rogan on his podcast. He remarked that too many people are complaining, and that we think being positive is "not cool," and being the contrarian and complainer is. Then it got me thinking about being positive, and dad jokes... enjoy.

Crucial Conversations: We Have a Guest Teacher?! Apr 05, 2019

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Two weeks ago Jamal & I asked for feedback on our "what class would you invent or throw out" podcast. We got several good suggestions and emails, but one teacher, Matthew from Michigan, asked to be a guest on the show. We are happy he did. Matthew Barbercheck is in his third year of teaching industrial arts and computer-aided design at Republic-Michigamme Schools in Republic, Michigan, where he also teaches Spanish. Republic-Michigamme schools is a k-12 school with about 120 students. Barbercheck works with all grade levels from 6th-12th grade, often times in "one-room school house" scenarios of working with students across a wide range of grades and skill level at the same time. Barbercheck has already made a tremendous impact on the lives of his students at his small school in encouraging his students to learn from failures, and drawing upon collaborative methods of teaching. Barbercheck is a co-host of the Shop Class Podcast found most anywhere you listen to podcasts. Social Media: Instagram: jack.of.all.learning Twitter: JackOfAllLearnn Facebook: RMIndustrialArts YouTube: Matthew Barbercheck LinkedIn: Matthew Barbercheck Blog: www.hawkshop.jimdo.com

Eli Nash: My MicDrop Moment Apr 03, 2019

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Eli Nash went from overcoming a painful event from his youth, to creating events and "Mic Drop" moments for others. You will also learn how this entrepreneur views the control that porn addiction has over others, and the path towards success.

Why Teachers Should Attend Non-Education Conferences Apr 01, 2019

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This week I attended the "HR Transform" Conference in Las Vegas. The question I kept getting was: "Why is a teacher at an HR Conference?" The answer should be really obvious.

College Admission Scandal: Why It (Doesn't) Matter Mar 30, 2019

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Parents are making bribes and donations to get their kids into top level schools. Jamal and I weigh in on if this matters at all, and why this just might be the tip of the iceberg on a bigger issue.

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