Best Chad Harms Podcasts (2024)

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60 - The Role of Depth of Knowledge (DOK) in Aligning Assessments to Learning Outcomes: An Interview with Erik Francis 1:16:15

7h ago1:16:15

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Today on the podcast Sharona and Bosley sit down with Erik Francis. An international author, educator, presenter and professional development provider, Erik has over 30 years of experience in education. He has written a number of books and blogs on Depth of Knowledge, Inquirying Questions, and other topics. In this conversation, we take a deeper lo…

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59 - Leaning Into ROI and Communication in Leading Grading Reform: An Interview with Dr. Chad Lang 59:17

6h ago59:17

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In this episode, Sharona and Bosley interview Dr. Chad Lang, the Assistant Superintendent of School Improvement at Glenwood Community School District in Iowa. Through our conversation we explore the various ways in which communication plays an important role in the impact grading reform can have on a community, a school, and a student population as…

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It's not weak to reach out 18:46

9d ago18:46

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I am an addict. I wake up and prepare myself everyday just incase life catches me off guard, I've already played it through my head exactly how I'm going to react. It is one step that helps keep me sober.By Chad Sommer

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58 - Authentic Assessment in the Age of AI: Diving into the Literature on Authentic Assessment 58:05

7h ago58:05

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The introduction of easily accessible large language models has reverberated through academic at all levels. For practitioners of alternative grading this has impacted in two major areas: Are the assessments we are asking students to do providing legitimately valid evidence of learning? (Or do they reflect students utilizing an LLM or other outside…

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57 - LIVE from Mathfest! Discussions of how we get to a tipping point in Grading Reform. 49:29

2h ago49:29

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It's another first here on the pod - a LIVE recording! A group of us came together to discuss what we were seeing at Mathfest and what we think needs to happen to get to a tipping point with grading reform. Thank you to everyone who joined us! Links Please note - any books linked here are likely Amazon Associates links. Clicking on them and purchas…

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God & Recovery Part 2 47:45

23d ago47:45

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Carrie Hattaway shares her story from addiction to recovery and how important it is to have god in your life.By Chad Sommer

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God & Recovery Part 1 51:18

20d ago51:18

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Carrie Hattaway shares her story from addiction to recovery and how important it is to have god in your life.By Chad Sommer

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56 - Alternative Grading as a Healing Process Part 2 of 2: Exploring the Harmful Wordviews that Undergird the Letter Grading System, an Interview with Dr. Jeff Anderson 50:45

23d ago50:45

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In part 2 of our interview with Dr. Jeff Anderson, we delve deeply into ideas about the connections between grades, behaviourism, and anti-democracy. This is a conversation that goes well beyond the "how-to" of alternative grading and explores the WHY of grades and how they connect to some of the biggest challenges we currently face in our world. L…

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Self harm, eating addiction and road to recovery! 46:08

27d ago46:08

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"Welcome to 'Rock Bottoms Up,' where we explore the powerful stories of resilience and transformation. In this episode, join Brandi as she courageously shares her journey through the depths of an eating disorder, the challenges of living on a cell farm, and her struggles with addiction to alcohol and pain pills. Discover how faith and determination…

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55 - Alternative Grading as a Healing Process Part 1 of 2: Exploring the Harmful Wordviews that Undergird the Letter Grading System, an Interview with Dr. Jeff Anderson 55:13

1M ago55:13

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In this, our first two-part episode on The Grading Podcast, Sharona and Bosley speak with Dr. Jeff Anderson, a community college math professor who has been thinking and writing about alternative assessment practices since at least March 2021. This interview was so interesting and nuanced we just couldn't fit it into a single hour! Join us for a in…

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Growing up on the Reservation to Recovery 39:16

1M ago39:16

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In this episode I talk to Pius Takeshorse and he shares his story from growing up on a Indian reservation and all the trials he went through to finding freedom in recovery and bring people to god.By Chad Sommer

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54 - Reflections on the 2024 Grading Conference with Ashleigh Fox and Drew Lewis 32:06

1M ago32:06

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Now that we are a few weeks out from the 2024 Grading Conference, Sharona sits down with two of the organizers (and repeat guests on the pod) Dr. Ashleigh Fox and Dr. Drew Lewis. Hear about some of the highlights of the conference for each of them, as well as what they hope to achieve with next year's conference. Resources The Grading Conference - …

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I woke up one day and changed my F*ing mind! 29:04

22d ago29:04

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Here Challaine's amazing story how she over came addiction and what she is doing in her recovery. Challaine has been featured on the cover of Forbs Magazine, Author, of her book “I woke up one day and changed my F*cking mind” out now!By Chad Sommer

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53 - Reflections on One Year of The Grading Podcast: Lessons Learned and Goals for the Upcoming Year 49:55

2M ago49:55

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In this episode Sharona and Bosley reflect on one year of The Grading Podcast. From memorable moments and guests to Links Please note - any books linked here are likely Amazon Associates links. Clicking on them and purchasing through them helps support the show. Thanks for your support! Grading Podcast Episodes mentioned in this episode (in the ord…

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It gets Better! On the Road to Recovery 29:22

2M ago29:22

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Join Shauna and I as we talk about our Success this past weekend. How to become apart of our community. To inspire you that sobriety is not only worth it, it's necessary!By Chad Sommer

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52 - Progress Tracking: Communicating with Students to Encourage Learning and Promote Buy-In 54:49

2M ago54:49

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A common pushback that practitioners of alternative grading get is that students "don't know how they are doing". In this episode, Sharona and Bosley take a hard look at progress tracking and communicating progress to students. We include a variety of examples of progress trackers provided by several different alternative graders and talk about the…

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Beyond addiction: Ways to grow personally and professionally with Ruthann Sonntag. 24:35

2M ago24:35

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Addiction recovery isn’t just about recovery, for many of us, it also involves leveling up. In this week’s episode Ruthann Sonntag discusses ways you can strengthen yourself, your family, and your business. Ruthann is a business and family coach who helps individuals and families step up in life and step out in faith! To learn more click the link i…

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51 - Reflecting on Standards-Based Grading with Joe Zeccola and Ashleigh Fox 1:01:12

2M ago1:01:12

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In this episode, Joe Zeccola and Dr. Ashleigh Fox join Sharona and Bosley as we look at a critique of standards-based grading written from someone in the trenches, already working in alternative grading. We discuss many of the main points of the article as a way of self-reflecting on our practices as we explore this world of alternative grading. Li…

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What our kids in school face, parents and our communities. 50:45

2M ago50:45

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Officer Bills shares his experience and educations with us about what our kids, parents and communities face.By Chad Sommer

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50 - How we quadrupled our pass rate: Lessons learned from Redesigning Precalculus, An Interview with Dr. Latrice Bowman 1:01:09

2M ago1:01:09

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In this episode, Sharona and Bosley speak with Dr. Latrice Bowman, a mathematics faculty member from the University of Alaska, Fairbanks. Latrice took the MAA OPEN intensive training on redesigning a course to use alternative grading and is back to talk about her first two times running the redesigned course. She shares lessons learned and changes …

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49 - Teaching and Assessing Writing - Ungrading, AI and a LOT of Rethinking: an Interview with Emily Pitts Donahoe 1:00:30

3M ago1:00:30

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In this episode, Sharona and Bosley talk with Dr. Emily Pitts Donahoe about teaching writing in a world where ungrading is the system and AI exists. Emily is the Associate Director of Instruction Support at the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning as well as a lecturer in writing and rhetoric at the University of Mississippi. She is also …

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Re-edit: Chad Sommer road to addiction, hitting rock bottoms and the road to recovery. 1:40:41

3M ago1:40:41

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Embark on a powerful journey with my podcast as I share my 30-year battle with addiction—from the early struggles to rock bottom and the triumphant realization that changed my life. Through the highs and lows, God has been my unwavering companion, lifting me from the depths and strengthening our bond more than ever after a failed attempt. Join me o…

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48 - Implementation Challenges and Opportunities: A Conversation with Becky Peppler and Don Smith on Working with K-12 School Districts to implement Alternative Grading 1:02:22

3M ago1:02:22

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In this episode we talk with Becky Peppler and Don Smith from First Educational Resources, an organization dedicated to providing K-12 school districts in North America with affordable options for professional learning to support social emotional learning, instructional coaching, professional learning communities, and grading reform efforts. We dis…

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47 - Taking Alternative Grading With You: An Interview with Dr. Rachel Weir 51:24

3M ago51:24

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In this episode we talk with Dr. Rachel Weir. Dr. Weir is a Professor of Mathematics at Allegheny College in Meadville, PA. She has been the Director of Faculty Development at Allegheny College for the past few years and is currently (as of when this episode was recorded) the new interim Associate Provost at Allegheny College. We talk with Rachel a…

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From over coming Alcohol to cutting edge health product. 1:07:22

3M ago1:07:22

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Through powerful stories from those who have faced these battles and won, we aim to inspire and give you the tools to overcome. Rob Rene over came alcohol and now is helping others find a cutting edge way to help heal.By Chad Sommer

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46 - Extinguishing the Fires within Assessment and Grading Reform: Welcoming Back Dr. Matt Townsley 57:53

3M ago57:53

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On this episode we welcome back the "sportscaster" of Alternative Grading, Dr. Matt Townsley, to talk about his new book Extinguishing the Fires within Assessment and Grading Reform. As Alternative Grading practices grow and take shape throughout the United States, efforts to resist these reforms are also growing. This incredible new book offers pr…

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Food addiction and the constant battle with weight loss. 46:23

3M ago46:23

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Today we're diving into a topic that affects so many of us: food addiction and the constant battle with weight loss. We'll be discussing proven solutions to help you gain control and sustain a healthy lifestyle. I share my ups and downs with my weight-loss journey.By Chad Sommer

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Porn Addiction, my road to recovery 32:33

4M ago32:33

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Today we're diving into the pervasive and often hidden struggle of pornography addiction. This is a serious issue affecting millions, but there is hope. On this episode I share my battle with porn addiction and the serious effects it had on my life while giving hope that you can over come and some help full tips to get help and over come.…

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45 - Exploring the schedule for the 2024 Grading Conference 50:33

4M ago50:33

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Join us as we explore some of the sessions at the upcoming Grading Conference! Sharona and Bosley share some details of the newly released schedule for the Grading Conference, as well as discuss which ones they would really like to attend. Links Please note - any books linked here are likely Amazon Associates links. Clicking on them and purchasing …

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44 - Artificial Intelligence And Alt Grading: Challenges and Opportunities 59:38

4M ago59:38

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If you base your grades on "authentic assessment of student work", then what do you do when technology catches up to the point where AI can do BETTER work than your students? And what about AI that can help the instructor do better work? Better feedback, easier workloads? In this episode, Sharona and Bosley share some initial thoughts and resources…

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171: The Solomon Success Blueprint: Building Wealth with Timeless Wisdom with Scott Florida 14:10

4M ago14:10

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Welcome to the Solomon Success show, where we uncover timeless insights from King Solomon and the Bible for business and investing. Amidst a sea of false promises, let's refocus on enduring principles for a life of peace and prosperity. I'm Scott Florida, guest hosting for Jason Hartman. Drawing from my 30 years of pastoral and entrepreneurial expe…

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43 - Alt Grading as a Team: Course Coordination, PLCs, course teams - how to do this together! 54:24

4M ago54:24

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In this episode, Sharona and Bosley discuss some of the details of how to manage doing alternatively grading as a team. Given the extremely personal nature of grading, what are some of the steps needed to allow for personalization in an environment that is designed to have all the course sections be closely aligned. Links Please note - any books li…

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When enough is enough! 43:45

4M ago43:45

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In this episode of Rock Bottom's Up I sit down with my guest Kyla Temple as she share when enough was enough. She takes us though her road to addiction, her rock bottom and her road to recovery.By Chad Sommer

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42 - Metacognition, Power Structures in the Classroom, what is reasonable to expect of students? An Interview with Dr. Theresa Gaines. 55:44

4M ago55:44

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In this episode, Sharona and Boz sit down with Dr. Theresa Gaines (Gath) to talk about how they think about metacognition and power structures in the classroom. Having introduced ungrading in their previous institution, Gath shares how they are using ungrading and the principles of ungrading to address power structures in the classroom in their new…

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Celebrating One Year Clean and Sober 38:33

4M ago38:33

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30 plus years of Addiction and I can't tell you enough how proud I am of who I am and the man I am becoming.By Chad Sommer

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41 - Second Chance Grading: How Small, Gentle Approach to Changing Grading Led to Research Into Alt Grading 59:51

5M ago59:51

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In this episode, Sharona and Bosley sit down with Dr. Brie Tripp and Dr. Rob Furrow, both from the University of California, Davis. Brie and Rob share their fascinating foray into introducing "second-chance grading" into their classes. They also share how this introduction led them into a research project with very interesting connections to Self-D…

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40 - Data-Driven Instruction: Using Learning Outcome Data to Talk with Students, Instructors, and Administrators 53:25

5M ago53:25

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In this episode, Sharona and Bosley go into more depth about how tracking student progress on learning outcomes can provide a wealth of data to use in supporting students, improving course designs, and communicating with administrators. Links Please note - any books linked here are likely Amazon Associates links. Clicking on them and purchasing thr…

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Celebrating with Jamie Lynn Boltons 10 years of Sobriety 47:05

5M ago47:05

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Celebrating Jamie Lynn Boltons 10 years of Sobriety as she tells her story about her road to addiction, her rock bottoms and her road to recovery!By Chad Sommer

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39 - Systemic Change - A Look at how Los Angeles Unified School District developed their new grading policy, based on Equitable Grading practices. With Joe Zeccola 1:01:31

5M ago1:01:31

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In February 2024, with very little fanfare, Los Angeles Unified School District introduced a new grading policy, the first update since 2005. Based in Equitable Grading and Instruction principles, this new policy recommends that teachers to use equitable grading practices and states that grades should reflect student proficiency in learning outcome…

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"Brushing Away Addiction: Brenda Fox's Journey Through Art Therapy"" 49:43

5M ago49:43

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Dive into the world of addiction recovery with Brenda Fox, a seasoned art therapist, on Rock Bottoms Up. Brenda shares her 21-year journey helping individuals conquer addiction through the power of art. Discover firsthand how painting, drawing, and sculpting become powerful tools for self-expression and healing. Join us as we explore Brenda's uniqu…

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38 - Twenty+ Small Steps to Get Started with Alt Grading (Inspired by the recent blog post at Grading for Growth) 52:12

5M ago52:12

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A recent post on the Grading for Growth blog sparked this interesting conversation about different entry points to starting down the alt grading path. Sharona and Bosley share their favorite choices out of the twenty shared on the blog post as well as discussing some other options of their own. Links Please note - any books linked here are likely A…

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Addiction Recovery, "He saved my life and had no idea" 1:31:29

5M ago1:31:29

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On this weeks episode my completely Eric Swarts (my cousin) joins me in studio and shares with me his side of the story on being there in my darkest hour. At the time he had no idea he saved my life. Listen to Eric as he share about his trials he faced in life and how a simple request lead to me completely changing the trajectory of my life for the…

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37 - Introducing The Keynote Speakers for the 2024 Grading Conference plus What We're Reading! 44:51

5M ago44:51

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In this episode, Sharona and Bosley introduce the three keynote speakers for the 2024 Grading Conference. They then share some of the new(er) and upcoming publications in the realm of grading reform. If you are looking for something new to read and a conference to attend, this is the episode! Links Please note - any books linked here are likely Ama…

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"From Desperation to Redemption: Eric Gillihan's Journey to Recovery" 1:38:30

6M ago1:38:30

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Step into the extraordinary journey of Eric Gillihan on the Rock Bottoms Up podcast, where resilience echoes through every twist and turn. From confronting abuse to battling inner demons, Eric's story is a testament to the human spirit's unwavering strength. Through moments of darkness and despair, Eric finds solace in unexpected places, ultimately…

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"Surviving Abuse: Eric Gillihan's Journey to Protecting His Children" 1:05

6M ago1:05

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Join us on the Rock Bottoms Up podcast as we uncover the harrowing story of Eric Gillian's battle to protect his children from abuse. In this gripping trailer, Eric recounts the chilling moments of confronting his abuser and the heartbreaking struggle to ensure his children's safety. Despite facing immense challenges in court, Eric's unwavering det…

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36 - Teaching More by Grading Less (or Differently) - an Interview with Jeff Schinske, 10 years later 55:45

6M ago55:45

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In this episode, Sharona and Bosley sit down with Jeffrey Schinske, author of the article Teaching More by Grading Less (or Differently). Jeff is a professor of biology at Foothill College, a California Community College. In 2014, Jeff co-authored the article mentioned above, which has since become a foundational article for many people who are beg…

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Addiction Recovery With Ben Harris 1:15:07

6M ago1:15:07

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Join Ben Harris in this compelling podcast episode on Rock Bottoms Up as he shares candid reflections on the complexities of addiction recovery. From confronting the struggle for control to embracing the journey towards surrender and healing, Ben's narrative unveils the raw reality of battling addiction. Dive into poignant moments from Alcoholics A…

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35 - An Interview with Dr. Joshua Bowman: Alternative Grading for over a decade, the Importance of Blog Posts 51:37

6M ago51:37

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In this week's episode, Sharona and Bosley sit down with Dr. Joshua Bowman, mathematics professor at Pepperdine in California. Join us as we explore how the seeds sown through a blog over ten years old has had lasting impact on faculty and students, as well as our entire grading reform community. Links Please note - any books linked here are likely…

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Shauna Sommer transformation into Grit 46:40

6M ago46:40

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This episode we introduce Shauna Sommer my wife and co-host on Rock Bottoms Up as we dive into her story and how the ones she loved battle their trials of addiction.By Chad Sommer

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Host Chad Sommer road to addiction, the Rock Bottom's and Road to Recovery 1:58:15

6M ago1:58:15

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Embark on a powerful journey with my podcast as I share my 30-year battle with addiction—from the early struggles to rock bottom and the triumphant realization that changed my life. Through the highs and lows, God has been my unwavering companion, lifting me from the depths and strengthening our bond more than ever after a failed attempt. Join me o…

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