In this episode, Baruti Kafele (Principal Kafele) shares his thoughts on school leadership and explains why the role of the school principal is often the most challenging and misunderstood position in education. Principal Kafele also shares his thoughts on creating a positive school culture, finding your own “Inner Circle” and discovering why closing the “Attitude Gap” is the key to putting kids of all ages on a higher trajectory to success. Principal Kafele is the author of numerous books on ed...
Dec 04, 2018•35 min•Season 1Ep. 27
In this episode, Bob Lenz, Director of the Buck Institute for Education, provides a clear path to high quality project-based learning opportunities that focus on “success skills” and deeper learning outcomes for students at all grade levels. Lenz also offers insight from his book, Transforming Schools Using Project-Based Learning, Performance Assessment, and Common Core Standards and explains why all school administrators should aspire to become “Redesign Leaders” through the implementation of a...
Nov 28, 2018•32 min•Season 1Ep. 26
In this episode, Dr. Robert Quinn, author of the best-selling book, Deep Change: Discovering the Leader Within, explains why most organizations have a resistance to change and how choosing the status quo is often the path of least resistance in organizations that value conformity and maintaining cultural norms. Instead, Quinn challenges those in leadership positions to find their own voice by examining a “higher purpose” that will lead to opportunities for transformational leadership. Dr. Quinn ...
Nov 20, 2018•33 min•Season 1Ep. 25
In this episode, leadership expert Jim Kouzes shares insights on his best-selling book, The Leadership Challenge, and encourages leaders to be "forward-thinking" with the ability to anticipate future trends in both business and education. The Leadership Challenge, which includes the Five Practices of Exemplary Leadership, has sold more than 2.5 million copies and is widely considered one of the top ten leadership books of all time. Kouzes also discusses leadership styles, the change process and ...
Nov 13, 2018•34 min•Season 1Ep. 24
In this episode, best-selling author Alfie Kohn shares his research on education, human behavior and parenting and why we must challenge "traditionalism" with a more "progressive" model of education that eliminates letter grades, home work, standardized testing and an unhealthy focus on competition between students. Instead, Kohn advocates for a more "student-centered" approach in which cooperative learning allows schools to move away from data-driven instructional methods to a more authentic as...
Nov 06, 2018•32 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Join the conversation at www.facebook.com/groups/reimagineschools --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greg-goins/support We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simpli...
Nov 01, 2018•11 min•Season 1Ep. 22
In this episode, award-winning educator and author Kim Bearden talks about her new book, Talk to Me: Find the Right Words to Inspire, Encourage and Get Things Done, and reflects on the success of the Ron Clark Academy, a highly-acclaimed middle school and teacher training facility in Atlanta, GA that has hosted more than 50,000 educators from around the world. This revolutionary school model uses "hands on" instructional methods that include music, dance and laughter to create a joyful school cu...
Oct 31, 2018•31 min•Season 1Ep. 21
In this episode, Weston Kieschnick, one of the nation's leading experts on Blended Learning, shares insights from his best-selling book, Bold School: Old School Wisdom + New School Innovation = Blending Learning That Works. Wes also shares his thoughts on when to bring technology tools into the learning process and why the combination of great teaching and building relationships is the "secret sauce" for successful schools. Twitter: @Wes_Kieschnick. Website: www.coachweston.com Become A Supporte...
Oct 26, 2018•33 min•Season 1Ep. 20
In this episode, Marc Prensky, who coined the terms "Digital Native" and "Digital Immigrant”, shares new perspectives on how Empowerment Education and Real-World Learning could be the tipping point for reimagining our school systems. Prensky advocates for creating two separate tracks in education - an Academic Track and an Accomplishment Track - that can operate as two equal systems in a School-Within-A-School concept. In this model, Prensky says that PBL should not just be about Project-Based L...
Oct 19, 2018•31 min•Season 1Ep. 19
In this episode, entrepreneur and education transformer Ted Fujimoto offers insights on how to create sustainable change in schools through the replication of deeper learning design models with an emphasis on technology integration and intrinsic motivation. Ted serves as the co-founder of the Right To Succeed Foundation, a non-profit organization, dedicated to transforming at least 6,000 public schools into “American Dream Schools” within the next 10 years. Ted also shares his personal story as ...
Oct 13, 2018•35 min•Season 1Ep. 18
In this episode, Danny "Sunshine" Bauer shares his thoughts on leadership development and how casting the right vision is the key to building betters teams. He also talks about his podcast and new book, The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap and how his leadership community, The Mastermind, has helped pave the way for "heroic" leadership through reflection, problem solving and facing upper limit challenges to create "magical" schools. Twitter: @alienearbud. Website: www.betterleadersbettersch...
Oct 09, 2018•30 min•Season 1Ep. 17
In this episode, internationally recognized thought leader and change agent Grant Lichtman shares his passion for transforming education as we discuss his book, Moving The Rock: Seven Levers WE Can Press to Transform Education, and how "Deeper Learning" can lead to a path of engagement and intrinsic motivation as students discover relevance in their own learning. Lichtman also reflects on a six-month road trip that served as a quest to discover innovative schools and best practices throughout th...
Oct 05, 2018•30 min•Season 1Ep. 16
In this episode, author, speaker and consultant Todd Henry shares insights from his new book, Herding Tigers: Be The Leader That Creative People Need, and talks about how we can teach kids to "connect the dots" as part of the creative process in our schools. From his book, he also talks about the importance of culture, collaboration, and fear of failure, while dispelling the myth that highly creative people want to be isolated, when in reality, they need boundaries and leaders that can push them...
Sep 26, 2018•32 min•Season 1Ep. 15
In this episode, Educational Futurist Ian Jukes reflects on his more than 20 years as a speaker and educational thought leader that has included more than 13,000 presentations in over 80 countries. The best-selling author also provides insight on his two most recent books, LeaderShift 2020: Reinventing Schools for Extraordinary & Uncertain Times and A Brief History of the Future of Education: Learning in the Age of Disruptive Innovation. Ian also shares his thoughts on recent brain research ...
Sep 20, 2018•37 min•Season 1Ep. 14
In this episode, Dr. Tony Wagner, a global voice in education, shares insights from his best-selling books, The Global Achievement Gap and Creating Innovators: The Making of Young People Who Will Change the World, and highlights the importance of seven survival skills for the 21st century that include: 1) Critical Thinking and Problem Solving; 2) Collaborating Across Networks and Leading by Influence; 3) Agility and Adaptability; 4) Initiative and Entrepreneurship; 5) Effective Oral and Written ...
Sep 12, 2018•23 min•Season 1Ep. 13
In this episode, Sean Gaillard, a middle school principal from North Carolina, discusses his book, The Pepper Effect: Tap Into the Magic of Creativity, Collaboration and Innovation, and how the power of music can stir passions and provide opportunities to create your very own masterpiece. Gaillard also shares ideas on building school culture with the momentum of the #CelebrateMonday and #TrendThePositive hashtags. Twitter: @smgaillard. Blog: www.principallinernotes.wordpress.com. --- Support thi...
Sep 07, 2018•31 min•Season 1Ep. 12
In this episode, Kasey Bell shares insights from her book, Shake Up Learning: Practical Ideas to Move Learning from Static to Dynamic. Among the topics discussed are how to use personalized learning to create "student playlists", why Google Slides is the "swiss army knife" of the G-Suite tools and how teachers can "speak emoji" to connect with a new generation of tech-savvy students. Twitter: @ShakeUpLearning. Blog: www.shakeuplearning.com. Podcast: www.googleteachertribe.com. --- Support this p...
Aug 29, 2018•33 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In this episode, Dr. Jeff Zoul reflects on a 35 year career in public education and gives listeners an inside look into his writing process that has produced numerous books on school leadership, including What Connected Educators Do Differently and Start Right Now: Teach and Lead for Excellence, with co-authors Dr. Todd Whitaker and Jimmy Casas. Dr. Zoul also provides a preview of his newest book, Stop Right Now, another collaborative effort with Casas, that completes the Start Right Now convers...
Aug 21, 2018•36 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In this episode, Dr. Mark Wagner, CEO of EdTechTeam, Inc., discusses his new book, More Now: A Message from The Future for the Educators of Today, and shares his thoughts on the state of educational technology in our schools. Among the topics discussed are the EdTechTeam Summits, EdTechTeam Press, the publishing division of EdTechTeam, Inc., and his role with Google for Education as he helps lead the Google Certified Innovator Program. Twitter: @markwagner, @edtechteam. --- Support this podcast:...
Aug 10, 2018•38 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In this episode, Jon Corippo, Executive Director of CUE, a non-profit organization that specializes in professional development for educators, discusses "seamless technology" in the classroom that will create a culture of learning through the four C's of communication, creativity, collaboration and critical thinking. As one of the nation's leading voices in educational technology, Corippo also shares insights from his book, The EduProtocol Field Guide: 16 Student-Centered Lesson Frames for Infin...
Aug 04, 2018•36 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In this episode, Dr. Pam Moran reflects on a 43 year career in public education that included 13 years as the Superintendent of the Albemarle Public School District in Virginia. Selected as the 2016 Virginia Superintendent of the Year, Pam is a long time advocate of an educational model that prepares students for “success in their century, not mine.” She emphasizes the value of student-led research, project-based learning and contemporary learning spaces that promote collaboration, creativity, a...
Jul 26, 2018•41 min•Season 1Ep. 7
In this episode, Dr. Denver Fowler shares insights from his new book, The 21st Century School Leader: Leading Schools in Today’s World and cites evidence to support the use of digital tools in the classroom to meet the needs of a new generation of digital learners. As an international speaker and researcher, Dr. Fowler also discusses the global impact of the American education system and why Finland is widely considered the world leader in P-12 education. Twitter: @DenverJFowler. --- Support thi...
Jul 21, 2018•29 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Are you frustrated with traditional models of professional development? Are you ready to take PD at your school to the next level? In this episode, special guest Rich Czyz, an elementary school principal from New Jersey, discusses his book, The Four O'Clock Faculty: A Rouge Guide to Revolutionary Professional Development, and shares some innovative solutions to "reimagine" PD for educators. Among the topics discussed are EdCamps, Ignite Sessions, #CoffeeEDU, Book Studies, Voxer Groups and a few ...
Jul 12, 2018•27 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Are you ready to eliminate grade levels and create better learning opportunities for kids? In this episode, Travis Lape, Innovative Programs Director of the Harrisburg School District in South Dakota, shares an innovative new model that includes design thinking, personalized learning and school maker spaces for enhanced student engagement. To learn more, follow Travis Lape on Twitter at @travislape and read his blog at www.lensintolearning.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotif...
Jul 03, 2018•35 min•Season 1Ep. 4
In this episode, Heather Warrell, a Digital Learning Coach at the Kentucky Department of Education, shares her thoughts on Digital Leadership, Purple Cows and the #KYGoDigital movement that continues to gain momentum as innovative school leaders throughout Kentucky have embraced a new approach to professional learning. Twitter: @heatherwarrell, @DrGregGoins. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greg-goins/support We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehen...
Jun 28, 2018•35 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode, Dr. David Geurin shares his thoughts on Digital Leadership and provides an overview of his book, Future Driven: Will Students Thrive in an Unpredictable World? Dr. Geurin serves as the principal at Bolivar High School (MO), a 2013 National Blue Ribbon School, and was selected by the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) as a National Digital Principal of the Year in 2017. Learn more about Dr. Geurin at www.davidgeurin.com. --- Support this podcast: https://...
Jun 19, 2018•28 min•Season 1Ep. 2
In this inaugural episode of the Reimagine Schools podcast, Dr. Greg Goins interviews special guest Ted Dintersmith about his new book, What School Could Be: Insights and Inspiration from Teachers across America. Be sure to follow Ted Dintersmith at @dintersmith and buy the book at www.teddintersmith.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greg-goins/support We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language...
Jun 11, 2018•34 min•Season 1Ep. 1
