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Started from the Bottom, Now I'm Here (Story of Inspiration)
Episode #35: “It’s not your content… it’s your character.” Special Guest Darrion Cockrell, 2021 Missouri Teacher of the Year, joins Matt to share his…
4 years, 8 months ago
Cultural Responsiveness
Episode #34: According to the National Center for Culturally Responsive Educational Systems, cultural responsiveness is when one can learn from and r…
4 years, 8 months ago
Navigating Burnout
Episode #33: Burnout is something that happens to a lot of educators in our profession. Many feel the burden of a variety of factors. Special guest…
4 years, 9 months ago
Authentic Literature
Episode #32: Now more than ever, authentic literature is galvanizing school districts and officials to reflect on the text they are exposing students…
4 years, 9 months ago
Addressing Multiple Accommodations in the Classroom
Episode #31: Most students with an identified learning disability need some level of academic support in schools. The frequency of these supports, an…
4 years, 10 months ago
The Throwaway Kids: Combating the Stereotype
Episode #30: Stereotypes play a large impact in the ways educators interact with students in our schools. Challenging these preconceived notions is …
4 years, 10 months ago
The Importance of Play: Structured & Unstructured
Episode #29: Children learn best when they engage in experiences through trial and error. Play allows students to simulate discovery, problem-solvin…
4 years, 11 months ago
Student Content Creator
Episode #28: When students are given autonomy to be creative, they develop more ownership of their learning. Special Guest Rachelle Dene Poth joins …
4 years, 11 months ago
Staff Motivation & Morale
Episode #27: Having positive staff members is critical to the success of every school and district. When teachers and corresponding staff are taken c…
5 years ago
Rethinking Black History
Episode #26: Special Guest Dr. LaGarrett King joins Matt to discuss the 'history' behind Black History Month. Additionally, Dr. King offers advice o…
5 years ago