What ideas about collaboration in K12 education are no longer relevant? How might we reimagine what our teams need and how might we cultivate more inclusive teams in schools?
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Shifting Schools is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the latest trends, strategies, and tools in K-12 education. Hosted by educators Jeff Utecht and Tricia Friedman, the podcast provides a platform for teachers, administrators, and education thought leaders to share their experiences and insights on how to improve teaching and learning. From innovative approaches in classroom management to leveraging technology for personalized learning, Shifting Schools tackles the most pressing is ...
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Reimagining K12 education to foster allyship and belonging one conversation at a time. Learn more at allyed.org
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When a gap is present: featuring Fatima Abualenein
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Amala runs the first secondary level programme and qualification designed with and for refugee youth. We also offer Changemaker Courses in areas such as Peace-building, Ethical Leadership, and Social Entrepreneurship. This week Kathleen and Tricia speak with a learning lead from Amala: Fatima Abualenein. Fatima helps us better understand what truly…
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Tricia interviews Alvina Chamberland, author of the book 'Love the World or Get Killed Trying.' They discuss the connection between writing and publishing, the difference between love and lust, and the power of representation. They also explore the stylistic choice of autofiction and the importance of place in the book. The conversation highlights …
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This week's conversation challenges the myth that play is only for young children and emphasizes its value for middle schoolers, high schoolers, and adults. Sandra Chow is here and she highlights the role of play in professional development and collaboration, sharing examples from her own experiences. She emphasizes the need for accessible play spa…
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The conversation revolves around the importance of libraries and the challenges they face, particularly in relation to book banning. The hosts of Rogue Librarians discuss their (amazing) show, which focuses on books that have been banned or challenged, and highlight episodes that they are proud of. They also emphasize the role of libraries as commu…
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343: How can we be better role models for play?
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Liz Joy Moore discusses the power of play and how it can benefit both children and adults. She emphasizes that play is for everyone and that it is not impractical, even for adults. Liz believes that play is essential for connection, communication, and learning, and that it can be used to teach strategies for mental health and trauma. She suggests t…
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Storytelling in Science with Dr. Alexandra Simond
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Dr. Alexandra Simond discusses her unique perspective on science communication and the importance of information flow, storytelling, and creating a conducive learning environment. She also addresses the challenges faced by women in academia. Dr. Simond also shares personal experiences and insights from her TEDx talk. Connect with our guest: https:/…
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The conversation explores the concept of allyship and how the editors of the book 'Teaching Pride Forward' aim to help readers think critically about it. They emphasize the importance of love and critical love in building connections and doing the work of allyship. The editors discuss how they collaborated and nudged the authors to explore allyship…
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342: Taking sensory play seriously with Allie Ticktin
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Our summer-long 'Power of Play' series starts now with special guest Allie Ticktin. Allie’s mission is to empower children and their families through sensory play so that they can thrive through childhood and beyond. Allie is the author of the book, Play to Progress, where she provides parents with an overview of all 8 (yes, 8) senses and gives par…
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Special bonus episode: Try out our Free Power of Play Planner!
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Tricia and Jeff are so excited about the soon to start 'Power of Play' summer pod series, so they thought they would bring listeners a special free resource to pair with it. Would you like to be more intentional with play this summer? Grab our free template and get started today: https://shiftingschools.lpages.co/power-of-play/ Tune in Monday for t…
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173: The Value In Stories With Michael Leali
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Michael Leali discusses the origin story of his book 'Matteo' and its evolution, the collaborative writing process, the emotional challenges of reworking a book, and the importance of LGBTQ+ representation in literature. He also shares insights on supporting LGBTQ+ authors and the release of his third middle-grade novel, 'The Truth About Triangles'…
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341: How can we build relationships differently with AI?
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In this conversation, Dr. Kenny Rodrequez, a superintendent from Grandview, Missouri, discusses the use of AI, specifically our show sponsor Lebra, from a leadership perspective. He shares insights on leveraging AI to build relationships, improve communication, and streamline administrative tasks within the school district. Kenny emphasizes the imp…
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Every Space is A Learning Space with Maliha Iqbal
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On this week is special guest Maliha Iqbal. Maliha Iqbal is a consultant for international schools. She has extensive experience as a classroom teacher, particularly early childhood, as well as experience as an instructional coach for PreK through 5 in all curricular areas. Maliha is a math specialist (MSIS), trained for the implementation of the n…
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172: A Powerful, Practical Opportunity For Pride (and Beyond)
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How will you take action for Pride?On the show this week we talk about a practical, powerful opportunity our communities have.Lindz Amer discusses the return of Queer Kid Stuff, emphasizing the need for community support and the show's impact. The reboot aims to expand topics and combat misinformation. The conversation also delves into lessons for …
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340: AI’s Role in Strengthening Executive Function
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Tricia and Jeff discuss the final week of their May Micro Menu Prompt Challenge, focusing on AI and executive function. They highlight the importance of executive function skills in enacting learning and provide three mega prompts to support the development of these skills. Tricia shares her experience using generative AI for gardening and landscap…
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171: An Abundant Mindset for Service Learning
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The conversation focuses on the importance of reciprocal partnerships in service learning. The speakers discuss the need for deep, meaningful connections with community partners and the challenges of achieving reciprocity. They provide examples of successful reciprocal partnerships and emphasize the power of language in shaping relationships and po…
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339: Can generative AI help my learners boost the power of play?
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Jeff Utecht and Tricia discuss the importance of AI literacy and introduce their AI literacy course. They also talk about the recent updates from OpenAI and Google in the field of AI. They highlight the significance of AI in social-emotional learning. They also explore the power of play and share prompts for creating interactive stories using AI. T…
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Abby Covert, an information architect, discusses the significance of language and the role of information in our lives. She explains that information is unique to each individual and is the result of data and content processing in our brains. Abby emphasizes the importance of understanding mental models and how they shape our perception of informat…
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Amy G., a sports journalist and author, discusses her work on the Smarty Marty series, which has a brand new addition out now. She explains how her career as a sports journalist inspired her to create a children's book series that tackles gender stereotypes in sports. Amy also reflects on her experience as a former athlete and how it has shaped her…
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338: Can generative AI help me rethink feedback in the classroom?
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Jeff Utecht and Tricia Friedman discuss the second menu for the May Micro Menu Challenge. They provide prompts and resources to help educators experiment with AI literacy. They also address common questions, such as how to keep up with AI developments and whether to upgrade to the paid version of ChatGPT. They emphasize the importance of community-…
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169: The power of non-linear paths with Maymouna Sakho
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Maymouna discusses her unique perspective on innovation and the importance of leaving a legacy. She shares about her upbringing and how innovation was ingrained in her from a young age. Maymouna emphasizes the power of storytelling and building bridges to connect with others. She also talks about the many ways you can learn with SLC.Learn more abou…
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337: Micro Menu Month Launches: AI Literacy for Teams
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Jeff and Tricia introduce their new micro menu for the month of May, which focuses on experimenting with generative AI in different contexts. They emphasize the importance of actually interacting with AI tools and the power of collaborative conversations about the output. They also mention their sponsor, Lebra, and answer questions about handling c…
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Choosing What We Pass On From Here with Dr. Amanda Rose V
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Dr. Amanda Rose Villarreal discusses the concept of safe spaces and the limitations of the term. Our conversation introduces the idea of spaces of acceptable risk, where participants are encouraged to take risks and be vulnerable. Villarreal emphasizes the importance of transparent communication and shared responsibility in creating these spaces. T…
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336: The Role of the Librarian in the Era of AI
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This week Tricia interviews two of her alltime fav librarians about the role of librarians in cultivating AI literacy. Karina and Allie discuss the responsibility of librarians in fostering AI literacy, curating resources, and teaching AI ethics. They also explore the impact of social media algorithms on readers' preferences and the importance of p…
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335: Is K12 education future ready right now?
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In this episode, Jeff Utecht interviews Chris Linsell, a real estate technologist, about the intersection between technology and real estate. They discuss the disruptions happening in the real estate industry and the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in transforming the profession. Chris emphasizes the importance of soft skills, such as emotiona…
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The system is the real impostor with Angeline Aow
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Educator and leader, Angeline Aow shares the origin story of WomenEd DE and how her involvement with WomenEd has evolved over the years. She discusses the importance of shifting focus from fixing women to fixing systems and the need for inclusivity and intersectionality in professional learning communities. Angeline also explores the impact of midd…
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334: How Two 11th Graders are Revolutionizing AP Exam Prep with AI
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In this podcast episode, the creators of Professor AI, an AI startup supporting students with AP exams, discuss their journey and the development of their app. The founders, who are 11th graders in high school, explain how they came up with the idea and the importance of founder-market fit. They also discuss the challenges of AI hallucinations and …
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