Best Classroommanagement Podcasts (2024)

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Your September Google Updates: AI updates, Classroom Groups, cool websites and more! 43:02

3h ago43:02

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Every month I try to summarize a few important updates and share some new tools and resources you can use in your classroom. Let's see what's happening for the month of September! ***Episode Sponsor: VIZOR for Chromebooks*** Track your devices, repairs, loaners, and more with VIZOR's best-in-class asset management system. It's not too late to get s…

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234: Four Fun Classroom Games to Add to Your Toolbox 53:03

1h ago53:03

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Students learn better when movement is included in a lesson. In this episode, theater educator Jocelyn Greene teaches us four fun improv games that can work in most classrooms to get students actively engaged and make the learning really stick. ___________________________________________________________________________________ Thanks to EVERFI and …

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233: Meeting the Core Human Needs of a Teacher 1:01:00

17d ago1:01:00

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Teaching is intense, vulnerable work that brings up a range of emotions all day, every day. If we really want to help teachers thrive, we need to go beyond the technical parts of the job and look at how our core human needs show up in this work. In this episode, author and instructional coach Elena Aguilar joins me to explore what it looks like whe…

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232: How Metacognition Can Optimize Learning 40:05

27d ago40:05

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The act of thinking about our own thinking, or metacognition, plays a huge role in how well our brain holds on to information. If we can get a better understanding of how metacognition works, we can tap into it to improve our learning and teach our students to do the same. In this episode, cognitive scientist Megan Sumeracki explains how we can mak…

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Back to school survival kit (15 resources for teachers and administrators) 34:04

1M ago34:04

34:04

The beginning of a new school year is both exciting and challenging. There is a lot to look forward to and a lot to get ready for! In my 17 years working in education, I’ve learned some things and created some classroom templates that help me get the year started. Today I’m sharing those resources with you. 👉 If you are feeling overwhelmed, I hope …

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231: Teaching Executive Functions to All Students 1:07:09

1M ago1:07:09

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All students can benefit from learning and practicing executive functions, the skills we use to control our attention, keep ourselves organized, initiate tasks, and manage time. But where do we find the time to teach them? In this episode, educator and author Mitch Weathers shares his proven 5-step system for integrating executive functions into re…

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10 Must-Know EDU Updates for July: Google, Figma, book recommendations & more! 31:01

2M ago31:01

31:01

We're at the peak of summer, but the EDU updates don't stop! Here's a rundown on some important updates, changes, and ideas for you to consider as you sit poolside or enjoy friends and family. As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. ***Episode Sponsor: VIZOR for Chromebooks*…

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Summer 2024 Update: What I'm Working On Over the Break 11:47

2M ago11:47

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The podcast is on a break this summer because I'm working on a big project. I thought I'd take a few minutes and tell you a little bit about it. More on the project here. Be back soon!!By Jennifer Gonzalez

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NEW features for Google Classroom, Chromebooks, Drive and MORE! (ISTE24 Update) 40:37

3M ago40:37

40:37

June 24 marks the start of the 2024 ISTE conference, and Google is making a big splash by announcing lots of cool updates and new features for the 2024-25 school year! Join me on this episode to explore the latest updates to Google Classroom, Chromebooks, Gemini, Google Drive, and more! ***Episode Sponsor: VIZOR for Chromebooks*** Track your device…

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230: What is a Semantic Pulse Survey, and Why Should You Try it? 49:05

3M ago49:05

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When teachers and students feel heard, the climate of a school just gets better, and semantic pulse surveys can make that happen. In this episode, we'll learn what about this fresh approach to surveying and how teachers and administrators can create their own to gain better insights about the students and teachers they serve. This episode is sponso…

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Collecting and repairing Chromebooks (Chris Painter, Blackford County Schools) 29:07

4M ago29:07

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Chris Painter is my guest for this episode of the podcast. Chris is the technology director for Blackford County Schools in Hartford City, Indiana which as a fleet of 1,800 devices. During our conversation Chris shares his best practices and tips for collecting, inventorying, and repairing a Chromebook fleet and getting them ready for the new schoo…

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229: Not Just for Math: A Tiered System of Learning Supports for Any Subject 1:21:20

4M ago1:21:20

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You can never have too many ideas for helping struggling students, right? In this episode, you'll get a few more that you may not have tried. My guests are two teachers — learning specialist Sarah Riggs Johnson and math teacher Nate Wolkenhauer — who share their system of strategies that help all students learn better, a kind of pyramid where the o…

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Introducing Gemini for Education (AI tools for teachers and leaders) 33:13

4M ago33:13

33:13

Today Google announced a new package of AI tools specifically designed teachers and school leader. These tools combine the power of Google Gemini with data privacy protections and unique features for teachers. Joining me to discuss Gemini for Education is Vivek Chachcha, product manager for AI tools within Google Workspace for Education. Episode Sp…

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Ep 142 Navigating School Politics 19:21

4M ago19:21

19:21

Learn how teachers can navigate school politics and prioritize student learning. Just one of the many things teachers need to understand! I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me Subscribe to Apple Podcasts, Go…

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228: A Conversation About School Choice 50:36

4M ago50:36

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The rights of parents to choose the best school for their children — also known as school choice — may seem simple on the surface, but it's anything but, and it has the potential to impact teachers and students all over the country. In this episode, I talk with Cara Fitzpatrick, author of The Death of Public School: How Conservatives Won the War Ov…

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227: Two Effective Ways to Teach Annotation 1:05:50

5M ago1:05:50

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Annotation can be a powerful way to improve comprehension and increase engagement, but its effectiveness can vary depending on how it's taught. In this episode, two teachers share their classroom-tested approaches to teaching students how to effectively annotate texts: 3rd grade teacher Andrea Castellano and high school English teacher Irene Yannas…

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Candidly Kim - The Point of Lesson Plans 12:46

5M ago12:46

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Let's get real about lesson plans and whether or not they're worth it! I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me Subscribe to Apple Podcasts, Google Play Music, or Stitcher Join my Facebook Group Message me thro…

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Surprise updates from Cloud Next 29:09

5M ago29:09

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As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s you!) Here are my favorite links and updates for April 2024: http://chrmbook.com/s8e12/ ***Episode Sponsor: VIZOR for Chrome…

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226: Yes, Your School Librarian Can Do That (and More) 1:07:45

5M ago1:07:45

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If your school is lucky enough to have a full-time certified librarian, it's likely they are not being utilized to their full capacity. In fact, yours may be one of a growing number of schools that are eliminating librarians altogether, and that is a terrible idea. In this episode, I sit down with four accomplished librarians — K.C. Boyd, Barbara P…

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So long Google Podcast...let's explore some alternatives. 14:32

5M ago14:32

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Sadly, Google Podcast has been discontinued by Google as of April 2, 2024. Google Podcast was a simple, clean podcast player that did exactly what it was designed to do: play podcasts. Let's see if we can find a suitable alternative. ----------------------------- EPISODE SPONSOR: VIZOR for Chromebooks VIZOR simplifies the task of managing Chromeboo…

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Ep 141 End-of-the year hacks for less stress 19:54

5M ago19:54

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Teachers, feeling the end-of-year crunch? This episode offers practical tips to not only survive but thrive during the final stretch. Learn how to prepare for what's expected (testing, celebrations), keep yourself calm and collected, and manage a restless classroom. You'll leave with actionable strategies to conquer the last 3 months and head into …

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Candidly Kim - Master Schedule Time 15:56

6M ago15:56

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In this episode, we're diving into the nerve-wracking world of master schedule time in schools. It's that crucial period where teachers' assignments, prep periods, and uncertainties about the next academic year are all laid out in those sprawling spreadsheets. Now, for educators facing non-renewal, let me tell you, the stress is real. But don't wor…

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225: Two Programs with Fresh Solutions to the Teacher Shortage 58:28

6M ago58:28

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Many states are seeing record high numbers of teacher turnovers and vacancies. While the problems that caused this shortage have not gone away, there are groups of people who are coming up with some creative ways to address this situation, new and surprisingly affordable pathways for training good, enthusiastic teachers. Two of these programs are O…

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Explore is no more, Chromebook prank guide + 8 more updates for March 2024 44:15

6M ago44:15

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As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s you!) ***EPISODE SPONSOR*** Are you interested in becoming a Google Certified Trainer? Join me for the very first "Google Tr…

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Ep 140 How I Transformed Teaching Stress into Success 30:57

6M ago30:57

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Are you tired of the frustration that comes with delivering crucial lessons only to find students missing or failing to grasp the material? Join me as I explore a transformative solution that has revolutionized teaching for many educators, including myself. What's that solution? The Modern Classroom Project model! In this episode, I share insights …

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224: Some Thoughts on Teachers Crying in the Classroom 23:07

6M ago23:07

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Crying in front of your students can be a humiliating experience. Not the kind that happens when you're moved to tears by a poignant story or you react to upsetting news; those moments can actually bond you to your students. It’s the kind that comes from frustration, shame, anger, or loss of control. It might be something you experience as a new te…

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223: Why Students Give You the Blank Stare, and What to Do About It 35:01

7M ago35:01

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It's happened to so many teachers: You teach your heart out. Really just knock it out of the park. Then you ask a question all students should know the answer to … and nothing. What's going on? In this episode, educator and writer Blake Harvard offers four possible explanations for why we get the blank stare, along with four solutions that will hel…

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Ep 139 ONE Simple Shift in Teaching Saved Me! 8:01

7M ago8:01

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In this episode, I spill the beans on how a game-changing shift in my teaching approach not only made my life easier but saved my career in the process! If you're tired of the teacher nightmares we all dread, this one's for you. Get ready to revolutionize your teaching journey! Check out my interview with Kareem Farah, co-founder of the Modern Clas…

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