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#100 Year One to Two with ALatteLearning pt.1 Feb 18, 2019

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Hello everyone! We did it! We made it to episode 100 of the podcast! How absolutely crazy is that? It's amazing that so many of you come and listen to the show every week, but it's equally amazing that you've supported the show through a 100 episodes! I truly can't be thankful enough for this journey we've had together. In the spirit of the 100th episode, and to celebrate a milestone of one of the most positive podcasts in education, I've brought on one of my favorite educators, Halee from @alattelearning, to talk about what changes she went through going from her first year of teaching to her second. I couldn't be any more proud of this young educator, the positivity she brings to the teachers who follow her, and the work she will surely do in the future. This discussion is filled with honesty and passion, and it's surely to bring out the best in your day. Enjoy! Don't forget to subscribe and review the show on iTunes! PS: having a tough year? Check out this episode from season 1 !

#99 Help! How Do I Do Guided Reading!? with Kelli Sanders pt.2 Feb 11, 2019

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Hello everyone! In last week's post/episode, I talked about how guided reading has been somewhat of a hot button issue for me over the past two years. With Kelli Sanders at my side, I have started opening up about why I was reluctant, and correcting my thoughts on the practice at a middle school level. Kelli is one of my favorite educators and people in the world. She's such a wonderful person and teacher, and her passion for kids is infectious. In part two of our discussion, she helps me through my thinking in what a guided reading lesson should look like, what the other students should be doing when you're with a group, and gives some fantastic advice on HAVING FUN while teaching. Enjoy! Don't forget to subscribe and review the show on iTunes! PS: Want more book love? Check out my episode with Jeff Anderson!

#98 Help! How Do I Do Guided Reading!? with Kelli Sanders pt.1 Feb 04, 2019

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Hello everyone! Guided reading has been somewhat of a hot button issue for me over the past two years. When guided reading was brought to my middle school last year, I was...reluctant to try it. I mean, I'm a middle school teacher, why should I be doing something that is CLEARLY only for elementary. Right? Wrong. Not only have I had a change of heart about practicing guided reading at the middle school level, but now I'm actively seeking ways to get good at it. If you're in the same boat, or just want to re-engage with the practice, then you're in the right place! To help us, I've brought on one of my favorite educators and people in the world, Kelli Sanders, also known as @sandersinsecond on Instagram. She's such a wonderful person and teacher, and her passion for kids is infectious. She brings her experience and honesty to our talk, and I just love that I get to bring episodes like this to you all. Enjoy! Don't forget to subscribe and review the show on iTunes! PS: Want more book love? Check out my episode with Donalyn Miller!

#97 Student Stress & College Readiness with TeachLikeAGirl Jan 28, 2019

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Hello everyone! In this episode, I am talking with Christina (also known as @teachlikeagirl on Instagram) about student stress levels, and what public school teachers should be focusing on to make sure students are ready for college. Of course, we talk about a lot more than that (just like every Teach Me, Teacher episode), ranging from her passion for psychology, the need for adults to have engaging lessons just like our students, and how and why burnout happens to teachers. This episode is a little different than the usual 2 part episode we release. Due to time and a want for experimentation, this is the whole episode in its entirety. Be sure to let me know if you like shorter 1 off episodes like this so we can do more in the future! Enjoy! Don't forget to subscribe and review the show on iTunes! Links mentioned in the episode: Alfie Kohn: The Case Against Grades Science behind learning

#96 Have Your Students Do More with Less with Marie Morris pt.2 Jan 21, 2019

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Hello everyone! I am so excited to bring you part two of my discussion with Marie Morris about how to have your students do more with less. I love this conversation because it's honest. We don't fudge what it's like working with students. In fact, we are as honest as possible about the challenges we are faced with day in and day out, and that's where the magic of this episode shows. Marie Morris, also known as @thecaffinatedclass on Instagram, is here to help us work through some of our difficulties, as well as shed some honest light on possible ways to get our heads out from under water and into the bright sunshine of a great classroom! You don't want to miss this episode! It is one of the best of the podcast, for sure. For more from Marie Morris, check here out here. Enjoy! Don't forget to subscribe and review the show on iTunes!

#95 Have Students Do More with Less with Marie Morris pt.1 Jan 14, 2019

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Hello everyone! Teachers are constantly being pushed to do more with less. Usually, this isn't a good thing. It ends up being just a way to cater to the high stakes testing environments we all experience. But what if we focused on what mattered? What if we decided to have our students practice talking to one another? What if we decided to do what's best for kids, but without a focus on using more materials, resources, and "stuff?" Marie Morris, also known as @thecaffinatedclass on Instagram, is here to help us answer some of these questions, PLUS provide us with tons of helpful insights ranging from her first year as a teacher, to how being a mom has changed her for the better as an educator. You don't want to miss this episode! It is one of the best of the podcast, for sure. For more from Marie Morris, check here out here. Enjoy! Don't forget to subscribe and review the show on iTunes!

#94 Doing What's Right vs Being Right with Eric Crouch pt.2 Jan 07, 2019

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Hello everyone! Today I am honored to share with you part 2 of my discussion with Eric Crouch (if you missed part 1, click here.) Part 2 is all about doing what's right vs being right. Meaning, we should all be more concerned with doing the best work for our students, so they can do their best work. Throughout the episode, we really hit on how Eric runs his classroom workshop, his view on his role as the teacher, and how it all comes together to create the magic of learning. Eric Crouch is a national award-winning educator from Columbus, Ga. Eric is also Harvard PZ Fellow, a Lowell Milken Center Fellow and currently serves on both the State Superintendent's Teacher Advisory and the Governor's Teacher Advisory Council for the state of Georgia. His work with project-based learning is well known throughout the education community, and that's exactly what he shares with us in this podcast episode. Enjoy! Don't forget to subscribe and review the show on iTunes! ________________________________________________ Eric's work with charities, Teach Your Heart Out, and most importantly, with his own students, is phenomenal to say the least. And yet, he is in need of our help! Eric was hosting at PepTalk with Mr D And Gerry Brooks. He brought his camera to help take photos of the event. He laid his camera down on the sound table in a secure area with two security guards watching the table. Later, it was gone, and they saw nothing... Long story short, Eric is trying to raise money to get his camera back. He uses the camera many afternoons to take family photos or do some real estate photos to make ends meet financially, and this is a huge loss for him. If you'd like to help him out, please go here and do so.

#93 Teach Your Heart Out with Eric Crouch pt.1 Dec 31, 2018

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Hello everyone! Today I am honored to share with you my discussion with the one and only Eric Crouch. Eric Crouch is a national award-winning educator from Columbus, Ga. Eric is also Harvard PZ Fellow, a Lowell Milken Center Fellow and currently serves on both the State Superintendent's Teacher Advisory and the Governor's Teacher Advisory Council for the state of Georgia. His work with project-based learning is well known throughout the education community, and that's exactly what he shares with us in this podcast episode. Eric's work with charities, Teach Your Heart Out, and most importantly, with his own students, is phenomenal to say the least. Enjoy! Don't forget to subscribe and review the show on iTunes!

#92 The Real Work of Teaching Literacy with Evan and Laura Robb pt.2 Dec 24, 2018

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Hello everyone! In a world where too many educators want the short and easy answers to literacy education, Evan and Laura Robb are here to help us see the value and purpose for putting in the real work and time it takes to learn our craft, and support kids the way they need to be supported. I couldn't be more excited for part two of this conversation! In part two, we discuss where public education is going wrong in how we judge quality literacy teaching, why teachers should be learners along side their students, and how modeling from coaches and leaders is powerful for both the teachers and students to see. As far as I'm concerned, this is one of the most important episodes Teach Me, Teacher has to offer. Do not miss it. Enjoy! Don't forget to subscribe and review the show on iTunes! If you enjoyed this conversation, I highly recommend my discussion with Dr. Mary Howard (who we mention in this episode.) About the guests: EVAN ROBB AUTHOR, PRINCIPAL, & SPEAKER I am a middle school principal in Clarke County, Virginia. I am a committed educator, progressive thinker, author, speaker, and fitness enthusiast. All learning begins with a question. The Robb Review Blog will contain my thoughts and thoughts of my guests about preparing our students for their future. This blog is focused on looking ahead, not looking back. Follow Evan here. LAURA ROBB AUTHOR, TEACHER, COACH, & SPEAKER Author, teacher, coach, and speaker, Laura Robb has completed 43 years of teaching in grades 4-8. She presently coaches teachers in reading/writing workshop at Powhatan School in Virginia and coaches teachers in grades K-8 in Staunton, Virginia, Long Island, and Ann Arbor, Michigan, and West Nyack, New York. Follow Laura here. Get her books here.

#91 The Real Work of Teaching Literacy with Evan and Laura Robb pt.1 Dec 17, 2018

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Hello everyone! In a world where too many educators want the short and easy answers to literacy education, Evan and Laura Robb are here to help us see the value and purpose for putting in the real work and time it takes to learn our craft, and support kids the way they need to be supported. I couldn't be more excited for this one. Evan, Laura, and I discuss what balanced literacy education is, why kids need books and time to read them, and why reading programs are often the worst thing you can sit a struggling child in front of. As far as I'm concerned, this is one of the most important episodes Teach Me, Teacher has to offer. Do not miss it. Enjoy! Don't forget to subscribe and review the show on iTunes! PS: This episode was inspired by an episode on Evan and Laura's own podcast, which I highly recommend. Click here for more details. About the guests: EVAN ROBB AUTHOR, PRINCIPAL, & SPEAKER I am a middle school principal in Clarke County, Virginia. I am a committed educator, progressive thinker, author, speaker, and fitness enthusiast. All learning begins with a question. The Robb Review Blog will contain my thoughts and thoughts of my guests about preparing our students for their future. This blog is focused on looking ahead, not looking back. Follow Evan here. LAURA ROBB AUTHOR, TEACHER, COACH, & SPEAKER Author, teacher, coach, and speaker, Laura Robb has completed 43 years of teaching in grades 4-8. She presently coaches teachers in reading/writing workshop at Powhatan School in Virginia and coaches teachers in grades K-8 in Staunton, Virginia, Long Island, and Ann Arbor, Michigan, and West Nyack, New York. Follow Laura here. Get her books here.

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