In this episode, I chat with Pablo Muñoz about his career and book, The Leader's Algorithm . He has 30 years of public education experience as a teacher, administrator, and superintendent of schools. He shares his insights on leading complex educational systems. You can connect with Pablo Muñoz and learn more about his work. pablo@themunozcompany.com themunozcompany.com themunozcompany.com/pablo-munoz themunozcompany.com/the-leaders-algorithm linkedin.com/in/pablo-muñoz-b30b2ab1...
Apr 09, 2024•51 min•Ep. 68
In this mini-episode, I explore the value and process of cultivating meaning-making in classrooms. Meaning-making is the process by which students interpret, understand, and make sense of the information, experiences, and world around them. In this episode, I share strategies teachers can use to help students construct knowledge on their own and in collaboration with peers. To read more, check out my blog on this topic . Here is Judy Willis's article " Understanding How the Brain Thinks " that I...
Mar 13, 2024•12 min•Ep. 67
[ReAir] In this episode, Dr. Katie Novak and I discuss our newest book, The Shift to Student-led . In it, we identify ten teacher-led, time-consuming, often frustratingly ineffective workflows and reimagine them from a sustainable, student-led perspective using Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and blended learning. The goal is to help teachers empower students to share the responsibility for learning so they can create more balance in their lives!...
Mar 08, 2024•35 min•Ep. 66
In this mini-episode, I share a strategy I call "going horizontal with your agenda." The purpose of this strategy is to help teachers conceptualize how they can shift from a linear whole-group lesson to a station rotation. The goal is to reimagine the individual learning activities in their linear agenda as separate stations in a rotation. Part I: Station Rotation Design Tip – Go Horizontal with Your Linear Agenda Part II: Station Rotation Design Tip – Use AI to Go Horizontal with Your Linear Ag...
Feb 27, 2024•13 min•Ep. 65
In this mini-episode, I read excerpts from the introduction of my new book, Shift Writing into the Classroom with UDL and Blended Learning. In this excerpt, I explain why Dr. Novak and I wrote it, who the book is for, and how it is structured so you know what to expect. I hope this sneak peek into the book helps to dispel the misconception that a book on writing is only for English teachers. We want to help ALL teachers leverage writing as a powerful vehicle for learning in their subject areas....
Feb 13, 2024•17 min•Ep. 64
In this episode, I talk with James Anderson about his new book, Learnership . James coined the word "learnership" to bring together the idea of craftsmanship and learning. He makes the point that learning is not simply a product of good teaching; learning is the result of what learners do. In this conversation, we discuss Jame's growth mindset continuum, student agency, and how we can support students in developing the skills of learning. Connect with James Anderson on X @MindfulByDesign Connect...
Jan 30, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 63
I answer your questions about student agency in this Ask Catlin episode. You'll also hear about my favorite and least favorite holiday. If you want to learn more about the student agency, check out my collection of blogs on student agency . If you have questions about education, blended learning, or work-life balance, please send them to me via X @Catlin_Tucker or Instagram @CatlinTucker....
Jan 23, 2024•28 min•Ep. 62
In this mini-episode, I introduce a strategy called Keep, Start, Stop for collecting student feedback at the mid-point of the school year. The goal is to identify what is working and what might need to be reimagined to ensure the rest of the school year is as positive and productive as possible. Teachers can also use this strategy to provide students with quick feedback in conferencing sessions. [Template] Keep, Start, Stop Feedback...
Jan 16, 2024•15 min•Ep. 61
In this episode, I chat with Henry Turner, an award-winning principal, about his work leading change at his school. We discuss his work fostering an inclusive school culture on his campus and his book, Change the Narrative: How to Foster an Antiracist Culture in Your School. You can connect with Henry Turner on X . You can find Change the Narrative: How to Foster an Antiracist Culture in Your School on Amazon!...
Jan 10, 2024•39 min•Ep. 60
In this mini-episode, I discuss the value of writing across the curriculum. Writing deepens learning, positively impacts academic performance, improves students’ ability to establish and maintain relationships, and helps students manage their complex emotions. In our third book, Shift Writing into the Classroom with UDL and Blended Learning , Dr. Katie Novak and I want to ensure all teachers have the strategies, resources, and tools to shift all parts of the writing process into the classroom to...
Dec 19, 2023•14 min•Ep. 59
I'm excited to announce that Dr. Katie Novak and I have written a third book titled Shift Writing into the Classroom with UDL and Blended Learning , coming out on January 9, 2024! In this mini-episode, I talk about why we wrote the book and how we hope it will support teachers across disciplines to pull all parts of the writing process into the classroom. The goal is to ensure students have the support they need while doing this cognitively challenging work AND don't rely on AI chatbots to produ...
Dec 06, 2023•14 min•Ep. 58
In this episode, I talk with Dr. Cassondra Corbin-Thaddies about her research on high-achieving black male students. Dr. Corbin-Thaddies shares insights from her research and how it can help teachers support black male students in their classrooms. You can learn more about Dr. Corbin-Thaddies's work and research below. : Becoming High Academic Achievers: What are the Supporting Factors for African American/Black Male Students that Make the Difference Edutopia Article: Creating Connections with B...
Nov 29, 2023•38 min•Ep. 57
In this mini-episode, I discuss the buzz around AI-powered education tools. Instead of focusing on the tools themselves, I want to focus on how we use them to support strong pedagogical practices. These AI education tools can be utilized to meet students' diverse needs, transforming how we design and facilitate learning experiences. If you want to dive deeper, read the blog post CatlinTucker.com . I'd love to hear how you are using AI-powered education tools to better meet the needs of all learn...
Nov 19, 2023•12 min•Ep. 56
In this mini-episode, I troubleshoot a common problem teachers face when using the flipped classroom model. What do they do if students come to class unprepared? In this episode, I discuss the value of this blended learning model and share strategies teachers can use if students regularly come to class without watching the videos assigned for homework. If you want to dive deeper, read the blog post HERE . If you have encountered a challenge using a blended learning model and would like me to add...
Nov 13, 2023•20 min•Ep. 55
I answer your questions about the whole group rotation in this Ask Catlin episode with special guest Noelle Gutierrez. You'll also hear about my favorite movie as a kid. If you have questions about teaching, education, blended learning, or work-life balance, please send them to me via Twitter @Catlin_Tucker or Instagram @CatlinTucker ....
Oct 31, 2023•18 min•Ep. 54
In this episode, I chat with Paul France about his new book Making Teaching Sustainable . Paul shares how his research helped him to identify six mindset shifts that are critical to making this work more rewarding and sustainable....
Oct 23, 2023•58 min•Ep. 53
In this minisode, I explore the tension between the time-saving nature of traditional teaching models and our desire to design equitable learning experiences. Designing equitable learning experiences requires more time and intentionality, but teachers can leverage AI technology to significantly reduce the time needed to design lessons that give individual students the inputs they need to reach a particular learning objective or outcome. For more on this topic, check out this blog titled " Levera...
Oct 03, 2023•13 min•Ep. 52
I answer your questions about classroom management in this Ask Catlin episode with special guest Noelle Gutierrez. You'll also hear about the superpower I wish I had. If you have questions about teaching, education, blended learning, or work-life balance, please send them to me via Twitter @Catlin_Tucker or Instagram @CatlinTucker.
Sep 04, 2023•30 min•Ep. 51
In this minisode, I encourage teachers to get creative with their adopted curriculum. Just because a curriculum is written for a whole group, teacher-led model doesn't mean that is the only way we can use it! Teachers who want to experiment with blended learning models just need to be creative in the way they use their curriculum. For more on this topic, check out this blog titled Architect Dynamic Blended Learning Lessons with Your Adopted Curriculum....
Aug 16, 2023•10 min•Ep. 50
In this episode, I chat with Eric Dahlberg , CEO of eSpark Learning, about the future of AI in classrooms. We discuss the role of AI in personalizing learning, the potential benefits and dangers of AI in education, and explore how AI may disrupt the status quo in classrooms.
Jul 24, 2023•53 min•Ep. 49
The end of the year is the perfect time to pause and take stock of what worked well and what needs reimagining for the next school year. Before going on a much-deserved summer break, take a moment to pause and be a reflective practitioner. That way, you have those notes to return to when you are ready to think about a new school year! Things to Revamp for Next Year
Jun 20, 2023•9 min•Ep. 48
I answer your questions about the flipped classroom model in this Ask Catlin episode. You'll also hear about the famous person I would most like to meet for coffee and conversation. If you want to learn more about the flipped classroom model, check out my mini-course . If you have questions about education, blended learning, or work-life balance, please send them to me via Twitter @Catlin_Tucker or Instagram @CatlinTucker....
Jun 04, 2023•10 min•Ep. 47
In this episode, Alice Keeler and I chat about student engagement. It's easy to spot but hard to design for. We discuss the power of leveraging technology, incorporating interactive tools, and embracing student-centered learning practices to increase engagement. We explore strategies teachers can use to reimagine this work to engage their students (and find more balance in their practice)! AliceKeeler.com @AliceKeeler Alice Keeler Scripts The Add-on https://workspace.google.com/marketplace/app/n...
May 24, 2023•50 min•Ep. 46
In this mini-episode of The Balance, Dr. Catlin Tucker discusses how teachers can weave social-emotional learning skills into their work with students using the core competencies in the CASEL Framework as a guide. This episode focuses on the first competency: social awareness. CASEL Framework Social-Emotional Learning Part V: Social Awareness...
May 15, 2023•13 min•Ep. 45
In this mini-episode of The Balance, Dr. Catlin Tucker discusses how teachers can weave social-emotional learning skills into their work with students using the core competencies in the CASEL Framework as a guide. This episode focuses on the first competency: relationship skills. CASEL Framework Social-Emotional Learning Part IV: Relationship Skills...
May 08, 2023•15 min•Ep. 44
I answer your questions about the station rotation model in this Ask Catlin episode. You'll also hear about my most embarrassing moment from grade school. If you're interested in learning more about the station rotation model, check out my mini-course . If you have questions about education, blended learning, or work-life balance, please send them to me via Twitter @Catlin_Tucker or Instagram @CatlinTucker....
Apr 06, 2023•15 min•Ep. 42
In this mini-episode of The Balance, Dr. Catlin Tucker discusses how teachers can weave social-emotional learning skills into their work with students using the core competencies in the CASEL Framework as a guide. This episode focuses on the first competency: responsible decision-making. CASEL Framework Social-Emotional Learning Part III: Responsible Decision Making...
Feb 26, 2023•15 min•Ep. 40
On episode 27 of The Balance, Dr. Catlin Tucker invites Dr. Tim Shanahan, educator, researcher, and education policy-maker focused on literacy education, to discuss literacy across all subjects, student agency, and finding balance in education. Tim Shanahan's Website
Feb 16, 2023•53 min•Ep. 39
In this Ask Catlin episode, Catlin answers teachers' questions about technology tools and tech integration. Check out this episode if you've ever wondered when to use technology or which technology tools to use in a lesson. Check out Catlin's Education Technology Tools for a Blended Learning Environment (bit.ly/BlendEDUTools)
Jan 28, 2023•13 min•Ep. 38
In mini-episode 10 of The Balance, Dr. Catlin Tucker discusses how teachers can weave social-emotional learning skills into their work with students using the core competencies in the CASEL Framework as a guide. This episode focuses on the first competency: self-management. CASEL Framework Social-emotional Learning Part II: Self-management...
Jan 17, 2023•10 min•Ep. 37
