Hosted by Dr. Lisa Hassler, an educator and parent, The Brighter Side of Education: Research, Innovation, & Resources is a research-informed podcast offering action-based solutions for teachers and parents. Committed to spotlight innovative individuals who bring about positive change in education, its primary mission is to connect educators and parents to resources that pave the way to a brighter future for our children. The podcast's music was created by Brandon Picciolini, her son, from Th ...
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Childhood Trauma: Need to Know Strategies with Clinical Psychologist Dr. Robyn Koslowitz
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Send us a Text Message. "Our traumas can either be our greatest problem or our greatest superpower," (Dr. Robyn Koslowitz). Which do you believe it is? Reflect on childhood trauma with Dr. Koslowitz, a nationally recognized clinical psychologist, who dives deep into her personal journey and professional insights to help us understand how trauma can…
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Social-Emotional Learning: Promoting Student Well-being with Scholar Dr. Maggie Broderick
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Send us a Text Message. How can understanding and integrating Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) impact the way we educate and nurture young minds? Join us as we explore SEL with Dr. Maggie Broderick, Associate Professor in the Teacher Education Department of National University’s Sanford College of Education, where she serves as a Dissertation Chair …
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Teacher Crisis: Addressing Commodification and Mental Health with Leadership Consultant Dr. Roger Gerard
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how the commodification of education affects our teachers' mental health and the quality of education? Join us as we explore this pressing issue with renowned healthcare executive and leadership consultant, Dr. Roger Gerard. Together, we unpack the alarming rise in teacher burnout and anxiety, exacerbated by th…
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Agile Classrooms: Student-Centered Learning with The Agile Mind's Jessica Cavallaro
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Send us a Text Message. Want to change your approach to teaching? Join us with Jessica Cavallaro, co-founder of The Agile Mind, as she uncovers the transformative power of Agile methodologies in the classroom. Discover how Jessica embraced Agile principles, reshaping her educational environment into a vibrant space of collaboration and student-driv…
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Social Learning: Peer Instruction and Assessment Insights with Harvard's Dr. Eric Mazur
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Send us a Text Message. Can questioning transform teaching more effectively than lecturing? Join us on The Brighter Side of Education as we welcome Dr. Eric Mazur, the Balkanski Professor of Physics and Applied Physics at Harvard University, to discuss social learning and assessment. Dr. Mazur is the innovator of Peer Instruction and Perusall. His …
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ChatGPT: A Guide for Teachers with AI Consultant Jessica Lyons
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Send us a Text Message. Discover how AI can transform your classroom with insights from EdTech AI consultant Jessica Lyons. Learn how ChatGPT can simplify lesson planning and administrative tasks, drastically cutting down the time educators spend on preparation. Jessica shares her compelling journey from teacher to AI advocate, revealing how ChatGP…
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Sound-Based Teaching with Jazz Musician Hayes Greenfield
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Send us a Text Message. Tap into the symphony of learning with us as we explore sound-based teaching techniques in the classroom. Author, Hayes Greenfield, brings over three decades of experience to the table as a jazz musician and film composer, sharing the magic of his Creative Sound Play learning system and offering a glimpse into his upcoming b…
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Guiding Children to Financial Fluency with Financial Advisor-Author Anthony Delauney
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Send us a Text Message. Unlock the secrets to teaching your children the priceless skill of financial literacy, as we welcome Anthony Delauney to share his expertise and heartwarming journey as a Family Financial Planner and author of Owning the Dash children's book series. This episode is packed with engaging stories and practical advice that will…
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Empathy and Education: Hidden Barriers in Generational Poverty with Food Bank CEO Michael Coleman
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Send us a Text Message. Discover the untold challenges of generational poverty and how it shapes the educational journey of countless children. I'm Dr. Lisa Hassler, and in a heartfelt conversation with Michael Coleman, CEO of Heart of Alabama Food Bank, we peel back the layers of societal norms and hidden barriers that dictate the success or failu…
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The Essence of Montessori Classrooms with Educator Michaela Kucera
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Send us a Text Message. Discover the transformative power of Montessori and project-based learning as we journey with Michaela Cucera, a veteran Montessori educator from the Roots Nature and Leadership Academy, through the captivating terrain of individualized education. Prepare to be inspired as we unravel the secrets behind sensory-rich classroom…
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Crafting Bright Futures: Author Autumn McKay on Enriching Early Learning Experiences
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Send us a Text Message. Realize the full potential of your child's early education journey with guidance from Autumn McKay, a former teacher turned author whose passion for hands-on learning shines through every page of her work. Autumn details how parents can support their child's academic journey by creating intentional learning experiences at ho…
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Nature's Classroom: Justine Wilson on the Wonders of Forest School Education
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Send us a Text Message. Embark on an educational adventure where the whispers of the forest merge with the laughter of learning. Justine Wilson, the innovative mind behind Curious and Kind Education, welcomes us into a world where classrooms have no walls, and the sky's the limit for curiosity. She's not your average educator; her story of transiti…
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AI and the Future of Personalized Education with Edupreneur Amanda Bickerstaff
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Send us a Text Message. Explore the educational revolution where AI becomes the teacher's ally, not the adversary. Unlock the promise of a tailored learning journey as we unpack the integration of artificial intelligence into the classroom setting. With insights from the Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Educator Confidence Report and the expert knowledge …
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Unlocking Literacy: Guiding Non-Readers to Success with Dr. Joseph Lockavitch
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Send us a Text Message. Imagine a classroom where every child reads confidently, their eyes alight with understanding. Today literacy sage, Dr. Joseph Lockavitch, unveils the blueprint to literacy success for non-readers. We tackle the daunting educational crisis head-on, discussing Dr. Lockavitch's revolutionary Failure-Free Reading Program, disse…
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The Poet's Heart: Sarika Singh on the Power of Poetry in Education
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever felt a poem tug at your heartstrings, or stumbled upon lines of verse that perfectly captured your emotions? Today's podcast is a treasure for anyone who’s ever been moved by the power of poetry. We’re joined by the poet Sarika Singh, whose insights into the transformative impact of poetry on education are noth…
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Healing Classrooms: Embracing Trauma-Informed Yoga in Education with Yoga Guide Kim Louria
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Send us a Text Message. Discover how the gentle art of trauma-informed yoga can impact our approach to mental health and education. Join me and my inspiring guest, Kim Louria, from Roots, Nature and Leadership Academy, as we unpack the profound effects this practice can have on alleviating the impact of trauma on learning. You'll hear heartfelt sto…
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Creative Roots: Weaving Together Art, Nature, and Education with Researcher and Art Teacher Jenna Saulo
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Send us a Text Message. Unlock the secrets of fostering a deep, enduring connection between children and the environment through the power of art and nature. Join me, Dr. Lisa Richardson-Hassler, as I talk with Jenna Saulo, researcher and art educator from Roots Nature and Leadership Academy. Together, we explore the integration of natural elements…
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In Step with Success: The Impact of Dance in Education with Professor of Dance Dr. Stephanie Milling
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Send us a Text Message. Step into the world of dance with professor of dance and head of dance education at the University of South Carolina, Dr. Stephanie Milling, and uncover the magnificent role it plays in education. Can you imagine how dance can lead to higher test scores, pro-social behavior, and increased school and community engagement? Thi…
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Transformative Tunes: Shaping Early Learning with Music Specialist Nicholaus Young
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wonder about the magic that happens when little toes tap and small voices hum along to catchy tunes? We guarantee you'll begin to see pre-school music and movement in a transformative light in our chat with specialist Nick Young, who's been instrumental in music curriculum design for early childhood classrooms. He share…
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Drawing Thought: A Discussion on Art and Cognition with Artist Dr. Andrea Kantrowitz
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Send us a Text Message. Ever thought about the profound role art plays in education? Get ready to be enlightened as we join Dr. Andrea Kantrowitz, an artist, researcher, and educator, in an enriching conversation on the impact of art on cognition. Taking us through her significant research findings, we delve into the surprising correlation between …
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Stage and Classroom: The Interplay of Theater and Education with Actor Brad Wages
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Send us a Text Message. Looking to create a lasting impact on your students? Tune in as we turn the spotlight on the power of theater education. We're joined by Brad Wages, actor and seasoned theater education maestro from Venice Theater's Education and Community Engagement Department. We dive deep into a discussion about his journey in the world o…
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Charting the Course: Looking Ahead to a Brighter Season 2
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Send us a Text Message. Season 1 of The Brighter Side of Education was a remarkable journey! Together, we laughed, we learned, and we sparked conversation on how to transform classrooms, one discussion at a time. We've heard about the challenges educators, parents, and students face, and the innovative solutions that various communities have implem…
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Education Illuminated: Reflecting on a Year of Bright Ideas and Emerging Trends with Drs Hassler
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Send us a Text Message. In today's episode, we have a special guest joining me as co-host - my husband, Dr. Gregg Hassler, Jr. He's not only a dentist but also a former school board president and, as he always likes to say, my biggest advocate. We are thrilled to celebrate The Brighter Side of Education's one-year anniversary! A big thank you goes …
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Why Distance Education Needs Digital Communities with Visionary Katy Kappler
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I focus on digital communities with Katy Kappler. Why do we need them and how can it increase student completion rates in distance education? The potential of technology in education is so great that there is a steady increase in the number of online courses available in higher education every year. Distance…
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Timeless Echoes: Embracing the Power of History with Historian Dr. Christopher Berg
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I focus on history in education. Why study history? Joining me to discuss these intriguing facets of the study of history is historian of education, Dr. Christopher Berg. He is a history professor specializing in pre-modern World history with research and writing focused on creating a "usable" past that meet…
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Unlocking the Power of Bilingual Education with Founder Eric Franzen
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I discuss the benefits of bilingual immersion programs. How can a dual language education impact student achievement? Joining me today to discuss bilingual education, is educator and administrator Eric Franzen (www.idealschool.education). He is the founder of Ideal School, a Cognia-accredited dual language i…
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College Crunch: Navigating the New Frontier with College Admissions Advisor Julie Kelsheimer
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Send us a Text Message. What are the current trends as well as the academic steps needed to help students reach their college goals? In this episode, we discuss the changing landscape for college admissions with College Admissions Advisor, Julie Keisheimer. Julie works with Great Minds Advising, which is the remotely-based college advising wing of …
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Working Memory and Memory Superpowers with Psychologist Dr. Tracy Packiam Alloway
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I explore the fascinating findings on working memory, its impact on academic attainment, and the promising avenues for intervention and support. How does working memory determine student success and how can it be improved? Over the years, studies conducted by Dr. Tracy Packiam Alloway (www.tracypackiam.com) …
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Current School Building Trends and Safety Measures with Architect Mary Ruppenthal
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I focus on school facilities design. How does the design of school buildings and classrooms impact student learning? Mary Ruppenthal discusses future trends in school design. She is a registered architect and an Associate Principal at HED, one of the oldest and largest architecture and engineering firms in t…
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Improve Teacher Retention by Boosting Morale and Creating Positive Work Environments with Chief People Development Officer Dr. Christie McMullen
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I focus on teacher attrition. What can administrators do to retain teachers? In 2021, The National Education Association (NEA) recommended districts make significant changes to reduce stress and improve morale in schools to avoid a "Great Resignation." It's 2023, and I don't think many school districts liste…
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Reading Crisis: Drs. Hassler Discuss Her Research and Book
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Send us a Text Message. In today’s episode, I continue with my personal background in education to discuss the research I conducted and how it led me to podcasting. Dr. Gregg Hassler, Jr. DMD joins me as a co-host. He was a school board president, is a dentist, but most importantly, is my husband. He's always said that it’s important that my audien…
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Help for Middle and High School Readers with Adolescent-literacy Expert Matt Bardin
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I focus on struggling readers in middle and high school. Adolescent-literacy expert, Matt Bardin is with us today to discuss how to increase the reading levels of middle and high-school struggling students. He is an educator with 25 years of experience and founder of Zinc Learning Labs. He has written on ado…
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Teens Rediscover the Joy of Reading with High School Teacher Beth Donofrio
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I focus on the reading habits of teenagers with high school English teacher, Beth Donofrio. Beth has her bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education for English and her master’s degree in Children and Adolescents at Risk from Harvard. She is a conference speaker, editor, and author of the book, Champions Way: I…
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Getting Personal With Your Host Dr. Lisa Hassler
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I talk about my path in education and what brought me to podcasting. I took a temporary detour in my regular guest show structure to give you the back story to what brought me to this table. The story is long, twisty, and raw. It's a personal tale of my journey. Here are the beginning cliff notes highlights:…
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The Strengths of Using a Classical Curriculum with Headmaster Josh Longenecker
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Send us a Text Message. Today, I focus on a classical curriculum. Can using a classical curriculum approach to teaching students in pre-school through grade12 increase student reading and overall academic achievement? Reading and math rates across the nation are spiraling down with no end in sight. It begs the question; how did we get here as a nat…
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Discover the Hidden Segregation in Inclusion Classrooms for Students with Intellectual Disabilities with Filmmaker Olivier Bernier
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I focus on inclusive classrooms for students with intellectual disabilities with filmmaker Olivier Bernier. How does inclusivity impact student success? There are an estimated 7.3 million children with disabilities, accounting for 14% of the students enrolled in our public school system. According to The Ind…
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Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy Helps ADHD Students with Therapist JoAnn Tomer
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Send us a Text Message. How can we improve children’s mental health to increase academic success? In this episode, JoAnn Tomer discusses her experience as a mental health therapist and her work with children and horses as we focus on children’s mental health and its effects in the classroom. According to the CDC in 2022 on the state of Children's M…
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School Board Members Should Be Trained! The How & Why with Education Reform Advocate and Author AJ Crabill
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I focus on school boards and their effect on student achievement. What makes a school board effective? Research over the past 20 years clearly links the beliefs, actions, and relationships of school board members with student outcomes. Scholars compared districts with similar levels of poverty and disadvanta…
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Transition Support for Your High Schooler to Increase College Success with Life Coach Pam Burke
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I focus on life coaching for young adults with Pam Burke. How can a life coach help your child through the transitional college years to increase their odds of success? Every year, over a million college students drop out of school. The majority are first-year students with an average dropout rate at 24.3%. …
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Students with Disabilities Are Thriving in Virtual School with Founder Barb Southwick
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I focus on virtual school in special education as a variable with Barbara Southwick. She discusses how virtual school in special education is an untapped resource that opens up possibilities in students with disabilities. In 2021, I published a study comparing third grade reading proficiency levels in virtua…
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How Using a Knowledge-Based Curriculum & Cognitive Science Increases Reading Success with Author Natalie Wexler
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I focus on curriculum as a variable for student success with education writer and author Natalie Wexler. She discusses the importance of using a knowledge-based curriculum in schools and explains how cognitive science plays a vital role in how we teach it. Studies identifying comprehensive, content-rich curr…
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The History and Future of Teaching Online with the Father of Distance Education Theorist Dr. Michael Grahame Moore
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I focus on theory as a variable. How can theory affect positive change in education? Here to discuss theory in education is Dr. Michael Grahame Moore. He first defined distance education in his Theory of Transactional Distance in 1972 and then expanded on that in 1997. He was named as “one of the 128 most im…
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Effective Strategies To Better Meet the Black Girl Needs For Success with Expert Dr. Hyacinth Dyer
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I focus on culture as a variable. Educating the young Black girl is becoming an increasing problem for American educators. The Black girl is characterized as sassy, aggressive, bossy, and disrespectful. Because of these perceptions, they often are subjected to more frequent and harsher disciplinary actions. …
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Finally! Testing and Support for Students with Dyslexia and Dyscalculia with Specialist Dr. Livia Pailer-Duller
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I focus on the student as a variable. What happens when a child struggles in reading, writing, and math and how can we as teachers and parents meet their needs? With 1 out of 5 people estimated to have dyslexia, it is surprising that there is not more action in education to address this large area of concern…
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Shaping Resonant Educational Leaders Who Lead With Their Hearts and Minds with Professor Dr. Carla Sparks
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I focus on the professor as a variable. How can a professor create great educational leaders for school communities? Dr. Carla Sparks is on today’s show to discuss how her positive leadership approach is helping shape environments across school communities. She is the Educational Leadership Program Director …
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The Importance of School Policy & How to Reform it with School Board Member Eric Robinson
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I focus on the educational leader as a variable. How can an educational leader make a positive difference in the school community? Former school board member, Eric Robinson, joins Dr. Lisa Hassler to discuss the educational leader variable in the education system and the importance of policy. He is an U.S. N…
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Increase Reading Achievement Using An Online Platform with Teacher Erin Phillips
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Send us a Text Message. To start the series, I focus on the teacher as an independent variable. I am a teacher and in today’s episode, I welcome another teacher, Erin Phillips, to the show. Third-grade reading proficiency is an indicator of future student success in middle school and ninth grade, on-time graduation rates, and career success; howeve…
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The Brighter Side of Education: Research, Innovation, and Resources Podcast Introduction
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Send us a Text Message. Hosted by Dr. Lisa Hassler, an educator and parent, The Brighter Side of Education: Research, Innovation, & Resources is a research-informed podcast offering action-based solutions for teachers and parents. Committed to spotlight innovative individuals who bring about positive change in education, its primary mission is to c…
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