The MCIU Learns podcast is where education leaders, innovators, and experts share insights and best practices to elevate learning and empower schools. Each episode features thought-provoking conversations with thought leaders, presenters, and program directors from Montgomery County Intermediate Unit (MCIU) and beyond. Whether we’re discussing cutting-edge programs, professional development strategies, or the latest trends in education, our goal is to inspire and build capacity in educators, ...
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Mastering Math Retention and Comprehension with Dr. Paul Riccomini
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Join the MCIU on October 30th, December 4th, and December 5th as we unlock the keys to effective math education and retention with insights from Dr. Paul Riccomini, a leading expert in high-intensive education techniques. Discover how understanding cognitive processes—specifically the front end and back end of learning—can revolutionize your teachi…
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Partnering to Foster Belonging and Inclusivity Across Montgomery County Libraries
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Discover how Montgomery County libraries and the MCIU are championing inclusivity, universal design, and a sense of belonging. Learn about innovative programs and partnerships that are transforming libraries into welcoming spaces for all community members.By MCIU Learns - The Office of Professional Learning
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Literacy and Students with Complex Needs: The Dos and Don'ts
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Fresh off her return from an amazing conference, we sit down with Julie Ortlieb to explore her learning around the essential strategies for addressing literacy among students with complex needs. Julie shares her expertise on what works and what doesn't in the complex needs classroom, offering practical tips for educators. Visit our MCIU Learning Ne…
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Empathy in Education: Transforming Classrooms with Understanding
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In this episode, we explore the impact of empathy in classroom management with MCIU Project Consultant, Marisa Crapella. Learn how empathy can help manage challenging behaviors, build strong connections with students, and create a more inclusive learning environment! Read Marisa's Blog Posts on the MCIU Learning Network: 5 Effective Ways to Create …
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Explore the innovative world of Ludia, your AI-powered partner in Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Created to serve as a foundational tool and scaffold, Ludia assists in cultivating a UDL mindset and acts as a collaborative thought partner in intentionally designing educational experiences to minimize barriers. Join us as we delve into discussi…
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Examples and Strategies for Designing Accessible Digital Content
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In this episode, join Cassie Brusch, Julie Ortlieb, and Brandon Langer as they delve deeper into the heart of accessibility in education, spotlighting innovative strategies and technologies that pave the way for inclusive learning environments. While the primary focus remains on ensuring every student has access to the resources and support they ne…
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Removing Barriers: Designing Accessible Digital Content in Education
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Join us in this episode as we explore the role of technology in making learning more accessible. Cassie Brusch and Julie Ortlieb share insights on how digital tools are transforming education, offering flexibility and a variety of learning methods. They discuss the significance accessibility features like speech-to-text in enhancing learning experi…
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Shaping Futures: The Power of Project AWARE in Schools
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Join us in this insightful episode of the OPL Podcast as we continue our conversation with Pia Houseal to discuss the three pivotal goals of MCIU's Project AWARE. Learn how we're enhancing student well-being through Suicide Prevention Training, Mental Health Screening, and Electronic Referral System Development. Tune in to understand how these goal…
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Beyond Awareness: How MCIU is Advancing Wellness and Resiliency in Education
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Join us for a deep dive into Project Aware with Pia Houseal and Brandon Langer. In this episode, we uncover how Project Aware is: Empowering Through Awareness: Increasing suicide prevention training for students (K-12) to raise awareness and reduce suicidal tendencies and feelings of depression. Fostering Mental Health Support: Ensuring school dist…
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Unlocking Educational Excellence: Navigating MTSS and Data Platforms in Schools
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Dr. Donna Gaffney, Dr. Rebecca Millspaugh, and Brandon Langer from the MCIU are joined by Ryan Winter from LinkIt! to discuss navigating MTSS and data platforms in schools. Listen as they explore the practical side of MTSS implementation and the impact of data-driven decisions on student success.By MCIU Learns - The Office of Professional Learning
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Shaping Student Experiences with Environmental Literacy and Sustainability
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Stephanie Schwab, Erin McCool, and Brandon Langer dive into Environmental Literacy and Sustainability. What does it mean, where is headed in schools, and what will the impact be on students?!? Erin and Steph also share the details about a brand new offering from the Office of Organizational and Professional Learning, the Environmental Mobile Unit. …
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Invigorating High School Math with Steve Leinwand and Eric Milou
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Kicking off season 5, we delve into the challenges faced by high school math teachers, from the constraints of standardized tests to the limited scope of current curricular structures. Discover why the status quo is no longer acceptable and why it's crucial to revamp course organization, teaching methods, and assessments to meet the demands of toda…
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Advancing the Personalization of Online Learning Through Storytelling and Connection
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Season 4 of the MCIU podcast wraps with a conversation between MVP (MCIU23) and our friends from IU8 with the World of Learning Institute. In this episode, we explore the intersection of storytelling and executive functioning in online learning. Storytelling has the power to engage learners and enhance their executive functioning skills, leading to…
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Literacy and Complex Needs (#3): Shifting the Literacy Landscape for Students with Complex Needs
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Julie Ortlieb and Brandon Langer continue their conversation about students with complex needs and literacy instruction. Read Julie's full post on the MCIU Learning Network.By MCIU Learns - The Office of Professional Learning
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UDL Journeys: A Systemic UDL Investment (with Inglewood Elementary School)
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Erin, Jesse and Brandon meet with the Inglewood Elementary team to hear their journey with Universal Design for Learning and the UDL team at Montgomery County Intermediate Unit. For more information and resources, visit the MCIU Learning Network at https://Learn.MCIU.org.By MCIU Learns - The Office of Professional Learning
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Pennsylvania Department of Education's Science Content Advisor, Dave Bauman, joins Andrew Kuhn and Brandon Langer to discuss the upcoming MCIU Science Expo and the statewide launch of the STEELS standards. Register to attend the MCIU Science Expo on May 16, 2023: https://mciu.gosignmeup.com/public/Course/browse?courseid=3804 For more information ab…
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Partnership Highlight: Leading Computer Science with Code.org
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Ben DeSantis and Brandon Langer discuss MCIU's new role as the eastern Pennsylvania regional partner for Code.org. Learn more on the MCIU Learning Network at: https://Learn.MCIU.org/codeBy MCIU Learns - The Office of Professional Learning
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Literacy and Complex Needs (#2): Laying the Foundation for a Literate Life
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Julie Ortlieb and Brandon Langer jump into round 2 of the mini-series dedicated to learning about "Teaching Literacy for Students with Complex Needs."By MCIU Learns - The Office of Professional Learning
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We Math! Mathing with Deborah Peart and MCIU
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Deborah Peart joins Steph Schwab and Brandon Langer to talk "mathing," "mathers," and how she believes in building a math community where it is safe to take risks and share ideas. All of which provides an incredible preview for her upcoming MCIU session "Making Math Invitational."By MCIU Learns - The Office of Professional Learning
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Teaching Students with Complex Needs (#1): What is More Functional than Literacy?
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In the first episode of a new mini-series, Julie Ortlieb and Brandon Langer discuss how it may be tempting to focus solely on “functional skills” in a complex needs classroom and why literacy is the most important functional skill that our students can acquire.By MCIU Learns - The Office of Professional Learning
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Andrew Kuhn sits down to discuss the booming esports landscape and how you can learn more with MCIU. Register for the upcoming Introduction to esports with MCIU!By MCIU Learns - The Office of Professional Learning
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Upcoming Text Talk Series: UDL with Loui Lord Nelson
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Lauren Benfield and Erin Barry share a unique UDL offering with MCIU and Loui Lord Nelson. Learn more on the MCIU Learning Network!
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Creating Excitement in the Mathematics Classroom with Robert Kaplinsky
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MCIU kicks off the new season of the OPL Podcast with special guest, Robert Kaplinsky. Robert shares his background, interests, and steps educators are taking with the open-middle and #observeme movements. Robert comes to MCIU later in the fall of 2022, more information can be found on the MCIU Learning Network here: https://learn.mciu.org/robert-k…
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Conversations with the Creator: An Introduction to PEAK Relational Training
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Lead Project Consultant Kari Kessler meets with Dr. Mark Dixon to discuss the background and structure of the PEAK Relational Training System. Stay tuned to the MCIU Learning network at LEARN.mciu.org for details about our upcoming PEAK event in October! PEAK ABA YouTube ChannelBy MCIU Learns - The Office of Professional Learning
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Graham Fletcher (Round 2): The Five Practices in Practice
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Teachers and school leaders join a conversation with Graham Fletcher as he returns to the OPL Podcast to discuss The Five [Mathematics] Practices in Practice.
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The MCIU Special Educators Network kicked off in February of 2022. Hear more about this unique opportunity for special educators to convene and connect in support of each other and learning for all. Register for the next event on April 5th, 2022By MCIU Learns - The Office of Professional Learning
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SDIs in Virtual Learning Environments: Executive Functioning and Series Wrap-Up (Post #6)
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OPL Project Consultant Cassie Brusch finishes her series about SDIs in Virtual Environments. Brandon Langer and Cassie Brusch discuss the importance of developing executive functioning skills in virtual learning environments. The sixth and final post of this series can be accessed on the MCIU Learning Network.…
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SDIs in Virtual Learning Environments: Student Work SDIs (Post #5)
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OPL Project Consultant Cassie Brusch continues her series about SDIs in Virtual Environments. Brandon Langer and Cassie Brusch discuss accommodations and modifications and we can approach Student Work SDIs in virtual learning environments. The fifth post of this series can be accessed on the MCIU Learning Network.…
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SDIs in Virtual Learning Environments: Instructional SDIs (Post #4)
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OPL Project Consultant Cassie Brusch continues her series about SDIs in Virtual Environments. Brandon Langer and Cassie Brusch discuss accommodations and modifications and we can approach Instructional SDIs in virtual learning environments. The fourth post of this series can be accessed on the MCIU Learning Network.…
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Introduction to the MCIU Special Educator's Network
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Join project consultants Cassie Brusch and Julie Ortlieb in a conversation about our Special Educator’s Network. The MCIU Special Educator’s Network provides a space and forum to build connections, share ideas, explore resources, and problem solve as a community of educators. We discuss the origin of this network and our vision for its progression.…
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SDIs in Virtual Learning Environments: Social/Behavioral SDIs (Post #3)
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In the latest post from Cassie's series around SDIs in Virtual Environments, Brandon Langer and Cassie Brusch discuss accommodations and modifications and we can approach common SDIs in virtual learning environments. The third post of this series can be accessed on the MCIU Learning Network.By MCIU Learns - The Office of Professional Learning
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We are hoping this podcast leaves you feeling pleasantly underwhelmed. @DaileySuzanne from the Teach Happier Podcast sat down with us to share how small shifts provide big gifts to increase our happiness!By MCIU Learns - The Office of Professional Learning
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SDIs in Virtual Environments: Part 2 (Common SDIs)
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In the latest post from Cassie's series around SDIs in Virtual Environments, Brandon Langer and Cassie Brusch discuss accommodations and modifications and we can approach common SDIs in virtual learning environments. The second post of this series can be accessed on the MCIU Learning Network.By MCIU Learns - The Office of Professional Learning
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One Team’s Journey with UDL: Inglewood Elementary School
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In this episode, you will hear from members of the Inglewood Elementary School UDL team debrief about their learning as part of the Introduction to UDL Professional Learning Community (PLC) run by the MCIU. This team talks about the experience of participating in the PLC, the learning that they acquired, and their future plans to continue the work.…
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SDIs in Virtual Environments: Part I (Intro to SSDVE)
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OPL Project Consultant, Cassie Brusch, discusses her upcoming post series "SDIs in Virtual Environments" and how modern educational toolkits can support everyone in the education system. The first post of this series can be accessed on the MCIU Learning Network.By MCIU Learns - The Office of Professional Learning
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Dr. Ron Whitaker - SEL: What's Love Got To Do With It?
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Dr. Ronald W. Whitaker speaks with members of MCIU's Office of Professional Learning about the role of love in his HELP Framework and how to build a sense of love in your spaces despite pandemic and social media barriers.By MCIU Learns - The Office of Professional Learning
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Task-Based Mathematics with Graham Fletcher
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Season 3 of the OPL podcast kicks off with Graham Fletcher, a mathematics teacher and clinician who will visit the MCIU in early 2022. Click to listen to our conversation about problem-based learning, 3-act Tasks, and how to build procedural fluency and conceptual understanding in the elementary math classroom. Graham's background in the areas of m…
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A Conversation with Vicci Tucci, creator and developer of the Competent Learner Model (CLM)
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The Competent Learner Model (CLM) is a multi-component, research-validated, instructional package containing solutions for solving the major problems faced by educators and parents of children with autism and other significant learning challenges. Today we sit with the creator Vicci Tucci and the director of the CLM Center of Excellence, Cathy Scut…
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Continuing our look into the acronyms of education, this week's Alphabet Soup focuses on a long-standing educational initiative, Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS).By MCIU Learns - The Office of Professional Learning
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Essential for Living with Dr. Patrick McGreevy
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OPL Project Consultants, Kari Kessler and Carol Grubb, lead a discussion with Dr. Patrick McGreevy about his Essential for Learning program and how teaching through context is a path to success for students with autism and other intellectual disabilities. Additional Information: https://essentialforliving.com/…
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UDL Partners: A Model to Advance PK-20 Education
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Cabrini University and The MCIU Office of Professional Learning have fostered a strong collaborative partnership to support the development of inclusive and intentional learning environments. Join us as the @UDLPartners share their journey with topics of equity, inclusion, and Universal Design for Learning.…
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Shavon Norris: Cultivating Inclusion in Educational Environments
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The OPL Podcast is back for the 20-21 school year and we are excited to start the conversations with Shavon Norris, a MCIU featured speaker and valued leader in the area of inclusion. Register for Insider/Outsider: Examining the Values/Cultures/Systems that Taught Us so We Can Be Intentionally More Inclusive and Expansive in Perspective, Language a…
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Education is filled with acronyms and frameworks that are intended to help educators and leaders provide the best learning experiences possible. As a result, these tools and processes can have a language all their own and can be confusing for those who do not engage with them on a daily basis. Enter "Alphabet Soup," an ongoing mini-series dedicated…
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Kristin Anderson: Supporting Collective Efficacy and Purposeful Feedback in Schools
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MCIU is always excited to have Kristin Anderson on site. Today, we discuss important characteristics of meaningful feedback and take a look at what drives collective efficacy in today's school systems.By MCIU Learns - The Office of Professional Learning
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Mike Soskil: Leveraging Learning for Social Good
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Upper Merion Area School District has made tremendous strides to integrate STEM in their K-12 learning sequence. Dr. Sean Gardiner and Ms. Shannon Lotz join the OPL team to discuss STEM education, what it can look like in Kindergarten and elementary environments, and how starting with Language Arts was the key to STEM success at Roberts Elementary …
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John Almarode: Making Our Learning Intentions Clear
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Jeff Zwiers: Using Language for Meaningful Purposes
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Weston Kieschnick: Free Flow and Free Form
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