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Toxic Positivity Feb 23, 2022

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While many in education are struggling with the challenges of teaching during a pandemic, they may be met with toxic positivity that feels out of place in the midst of these struggles. While dismissing negative emotions may not be intentional or ill-intended, it can add new levels of emotional burden to an already difficult situation. In this episode, the team explores the concept of toxic positivity and what might be done to address it. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

Design for Flexibility; Be Ready for Multiple Teaching Scenarios Feb 16, 2022

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As COVID surges move through communities or schools face storms and shutdowns, districts are often forced to consider unexpected or sudden changes in their educational delivery model. They might need to switch to fully remote or hybrid options. This uncertainty adds additional stress to the already difficult job of teaching. In this week's episode, we explore ways to mitigate these types of disruptions and reduce the workload for teachers. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

Teaching Is Hard, and It Matters Feb 09, 2022

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When something matters to us and we care deeply about it, we put our all into it. This is certainly true for teaching and working in schools. Despite increased demands, daily stresses, and limited resources, educators continue to pour all of their energy and talent into the profession for the sake of their students and communities. This work matters, and it is also hard. Tune in to this week's episode as the team discusses the current state of education as well as ways to mitigate the challenges faced by those working in the field. While the struggles are real, there are strategies and approaches that can both relieve some of the daily stresses and help us feel more connected in our work with students. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

Recalibrating Normal Feb 02, 2022

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Nobody knows exactly what education will look like in the future. However, we can continue to grow and improve based on our past experiences. Two school years of pandemic learning have forced schools to do things differently and try new things, and teachers have grown in many ways. In this podcast episode, we talk about what these past two years mean for education and ask several thought-provoking questions: Has anything about education fundamentally changed because of these past two years? Do we have a new definition of normal in our schools? Now that most classrooms are able to be back face-to-face, how do we continue to move forward and leverage what we've learned, rather than simply turning back the clock two years and returning to what was comfortable? Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

2022 New Year's Resolution Jan 05, 2022

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Happy 2022! In this episode, we reflect on the past year and discuss our resolutions, as we look at our teaching practice and our relationships with students, their families, and our colleagues in the coming year. We reached out on social media for your input. Join us as we share your goals, reflections, and wishes for the new year. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

Embracing Your Holiday Break Dec 22, 2021

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Happy Holidays from Tech Talk For Teachers and AVID Open Access! We have a special series of short episodes to commemorate this past year, as we take a little break to celebrate the holidays. This week, Rena Clark reflects on the past year and shares some of her favorite insights learned from a special guest who joined us earlier this year, Cherie Spencer, Social and Emotional Learning Coordinator in Galveston, Texas. Our holiday message to teachers: Be kind to yourself. Give yourself the grace that you extend to others. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

Caring for Students and Yourself During the Holiday Season Dec 15, 2021

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Happy Holidays from Tech Talk For Teachers and AVID Open Access! We wish you a joyous and fulfilling holiday season. We hope you are able to take some time away from school and work to rest, recharge, and engage in some well-deserved self-care. We have a special series of short episodes to cap off this past year, as we take a little break to celebrate the holidays. This week, we hear from Dr. Winston Benjamin about how we can help students celebrate the holidays while recognizing various cultural communities that exist in your classroom. Join us for fun and reflection, where laughter, song, and warm camaraderie take center stage. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

Inspire K-12 Students to Learn Computer Science Dec 08, 2021

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To celebrate Computer Science Education Week, we have invited Erica Roberts, a Master Teacher of computer science at Northside College Preparatory High School in Chicago, Illinois. Erica joins the team to share how she inspires students to learn computer science (CS). Together, we discuss how we might advocate for equity and celebrate the contributions of students, teachers, and partners in the field. CSEdWeek takes place from December 6–12. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

Making Connections with Families Dec 01, 2021

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Over the last few years, the boundaries have blurred between home and school. We no longer want to just engage with families; we want to partner with them. Our common goal is to ensure their child’s well-being and to provide a path toward lifelong success that is filled with possibilities. We welcome our special guest, Denis Parcells, principal of William C. Jack Elementary School in Glendale, Arizona, to talk with us about developing family connections and nurturing a common purpose. Denis joins the team to share his strategies for partnering with parents, building trust, and developing communication pathways to create connections that support families throughout their child's academic career. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

Remembering Your Why Nov 24, 2021

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In preparation for Thanksgiving, we reached out on social media and asked teachers two questions:

Why did you get into education?
What is your current “why” that keeps you going as a teacher?

We’ll be sharing and reflecting on some of the responses we received in today's episode. As we prepare for quality time with our family and friends, we wanted to take a moment to remember what we are thankful for. To the teachers—you make such a difference in the lives of our students, families, and communities. This episode is our thank you to you. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

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