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  • January 31, 2021

    Instructional Coaching: Why, Wins, Challenges, and Best Strategies for Implementation

    Instructional Coaching: Why, Wins, Challenges, and Best Strategies for Implementation
    Coaching, Instructional Coaches, Pro D, Professional Development
    Coaching, Instructional Coaching, Professional Development

    In this edition of the Roundtable, Tim Cavey hosts a rich discussion of instructional coaching in the classroom: why, wins, challenges, and strategies for implementation. Guests included Victoria Thompson, Darryl Deboer, Dr. Dan Kreiness, Kathy Perret, and Dr. Rachel Johnson.

    Questions That Guided Our Conversation

    • 1:00​ – Who are you, and what does your current coaching context look like?
    • 13:23​ – Why should schools and districts invest in instructional coaching?
    • 20:35​ – What are some of the biggest wins you’ve seen for teachers and learners that have come as a result of coaching work? Have you got a story to share?
    • 30:12​ – In your mind, what are the most difficult challenges in this space? What can coaches do proactively to solve them?
    • 42:04​ – What advice would you offer to a school or district looking to build a coaching program?
    • 54:16​ – Who are the authors or voices that you’ve learned from in the coaching space?
    • 59:03​ – How can we connect and keep learning with you?

    Connect with These Instructional Coaches, Leaders, and Mentors on Twitter

    • 🔥 Kathy Perret @KathyPerret
    • 🔥 Darryl Deboer @DarrylDeboer
    • 🔥 Dr. Rachel R. Johnson @Dr_R_Johnson
    • 🔥 Victoria Thompson @VictoriaTheTech
    • 🔥 Dr. Dan Kreiness @dkreiness

    Instructional Coaching Resources Recommended by the Panelists

    • Google for Education Certified Coach Program
    • #GoogleEC Open Chat (link directs to a Google Site hosted by GEG Global)
    • Courageous Edventures: Navigating Obstacles to Discover Classroom Innovation by Jennie Magiera
    • The #EDUcoach chat on Twitter Wednesday at 8:00 pm Central. Archives can be explored here.
    • Several amazing coaching books by Jim Knight (link directs to his books on Amazon)
    • Coaching Redefined: A Guide to Leading Meaningful Instructional Growth by Sherry St. Clair
    • The EduCoach Survival Guide by Lindsay Deacon, Angela Scotto Harkness
    • A Quick Guide to Video Coaching by Dr. Casey Kosiorek, Jim Thompson
    • Literacy Coaching: Transforming Teaching and Learning with Digital Tools and Technology by Stephanie Affinito
    • The International Institute for Restorative Practices (IIRP) Graduate School
    • Student-Centered Coaching: The Moves by Diane Sweeney, Leanna S. Harris
    • The Art of Coaching: Effective Strategies for School Transformation by Elena Aguila
    • Instructional Coaching: A Partnership Approach to Improving Instruction by Jim Knight
    • The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever by Michael Bungay Stanier
    • The Coach Approach to School Leadership: Leading Teachers to Higher Levels of Effectiveness by Jessica Johnson (Author), Shira Leibowitz (Author), Kathy Perrett (Author)

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  • January 24, 2021

    Student-Led Conferences: Why, How, and Best Practices

    Student-Led Conferences: Why, How, and Best Practices
    Agency, Assessment, Ownership, Self-Assessment
    Agency, Assessment, Ownership, Self-Assessment

    In this edition of the Roundtable, Tim Cavey facilitates a conversation around student-led conferences: why, how, and best practices. Guests included Starr Sackstein, Melisa Hayes, Skylar Primm, Jeffery Frieden, and Victoria Thompson.

    Questions That Guided Our Conversation

    • 1:04 – Who are you and what is your current context in education?
    • 4:15 – Let’s start with the rationale. Why do you believe in student-led conferences as an essential practice?
    • 13:02 – Tell us about your experiences with student-led conferences. How have they looked in your world?
    • 35:15 – For schools looking to refine and improve their approach, what are some other best practices, tools, or strategies that you can recommend?
    • 48:35 – What about the student who doesn’t have a parent that is able or willing to attend the conference?
    • 51:50 – When it comes to student-led conferences, who should we be reading? Which authors and books have you learned from?
    • 56:01 – How can we connect with you? What’s next in your learning journey?

    Connect with These Inspiring Educators on Twitter

    • Victoria Thompson @VictoriaTheTech
    • Starr Sackstein @MSSackstein
    • Skylar Primm @SkylarPrimm
    • Melisa Hayes @Hayes_Melisa
    • Jeffery Frieden @SurThrivEDU

    Books Recommended by the Panelists

    • Leaders of Their Own Learning: Transforming Schools Through Student-Engaged Assessment by Ron Berger, Leah Rugen, and Libby Woodfin
    • Hacking Assessment: 10 Ways to Go Gradeless in a Traditional Grades School by Starr Sackstein
    • Teaching Students to Self-Assess: How do I help students reflect and grow as learners? by Starr Sackstein
    • The Innovator’s Mindset: Empower Learning, Unleash Talent, and Lead a Culture of Creativity by George Couros

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  • January 17, 2021

    The EDU Sisters: Women on a Mission to Change the World

    The EDU Sisters: Women on a Mission to Change the World
    Equity, Roundtable, UNSDGs
    Equity, Roundtable, UNSDGs

    In this edition of the Roundtable, host Tim Cavey connects with four female educators united by passion, values, and a commitment to make the world a better place through education. Guests included Abigail French, Hedreich Nichols, Bonnie Nieves, and Kellie Bahri.

    Questions That Guided Our Discussion

    • 0:00 – Who are you and what is your current context in education?
    • 6:08 – Who are the EDU Sisters? How did you first connect, and what drew you to each other?
    • 14:22 – Our world faces tough challenges today. In your view, how can education contribute to solutions?
    • 28:44 – Just for fun: What is your best estimate for the percentage of educators in your building who are active on EDU Twitter?
    • 35:14 – What are some of your hopes for 2021?
    • 42:30 – How can we connect with you?

    Connect with the EDU Sisters on Twitter

    • 🔥 Hedreich Nichols @Hedreich
    • 🔥 Bonnie Nieves @BiologyGoddess
    • 🔥 Abigail French @AWFrench1
    • 🔥 Kellie Bahri @KBahri5

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  • January 10, 2021

    The 10,000 Push-Up Challenge

    The 10,000 Push-Up Challenge
    Fitness, Roundtable, Self-Care
    Fitness, Roundtable, Self-Care

    In this edition of the Roundtable, host Tim Cavey connects with seven of the 171 inspiring educators who have joined the Teachers on Fire 10,000 Push-Up Challenge in 2021. The Challenge isn’t just about bragging rights … it’s about helping educators build new habits that will permanently improve their fitness so they can be at their best and serve others at full capacity!

    Questions That Guided Our Discussion

    • 1:37 – Who are you and what does your context in education look like?
    • 6:52 – What is your why for the push-up challenge? Where does your motivation come from
    • 14:06 – How is the challenge going so far for you? Update us.
    • 19:46 – What are your tips, tricks, or strategies for getting in your reps and keeping this going with consistency?
    • 28:04 – Let us know how we can connect with you and your work in 2021!

    Connect with These Courageous Panelists

    • Stephanie Edmonds @ClassDisripti0n
    • Taila McKenzie @heymsmckayy
    • Kimberly Burke @Burke_Kim_Coach
    • Aurra Kawanzaruwa @Ms_Aurra
    • Craig Collins @CraigCCollins
    • Andrew Canle @AJCanle
    • Andrew Dobbie @A_Dobbie11
    Over 172 educators are tracking their push-ups through 2021. Leave a message in the comments to join us!

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  • January 4, 2021

    What’s YOUR One Word for 2021?

    What’s YOUR One Word for 2021?
    One Word
    One Word, One Word 2021

    In this edition of the Roundtable, host Tim Cavey connects with eight inspiring educators to discuss their One Word for 2021: the word that best encapsulates their goals, values, and vision.

    Questions That Guided Our Discussion

    • 1:07 – Who are you and what is your current context in education?
    • 5:39 – As we say goodbye to 2020, what’s one thing you’re taking with you? Let’s share some lessons, some growth moments, or unexpected highlights.
    • 18:33 – In your mind, what’s the power behind the One Word practice?
    • 26:33 – It’s show time! What’s your One Word for 2021 and why?
    • 48:55 – How can we connect with you?

    The Panelists and Their One Word for 2021

    • Marisa Thompson @MarisaEThompson: INTENTION
    • Debbie Tannenbaum @TannenbaumTech: TRANSFORMATION
    • Tammy Breitweiser @TLBreit: PUSH
    • Santiago Meza @SantiagoAM115: GO
    • Natalie Conway @AOENatalie: VULNERABILITY
    • Stephanie Rothstein @Steph_EdTech: CREATE
    • Livia Chan @LiviaChanL: WHY
    • Bryon Carpenter @BryonCar: APPRECIATE

    Catch the Next Teachers on Fire Roundtable LIVE

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Welcome here. My name is Tim Cavey. I’m an education YouTuber and elementary vice-principal in Vancouver, Canada.

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