

Shifting Schools: Conversations for K12 Educators
Jeff Utecht & Tricia Friedman
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 issues facing K12 educators today. Whether you are a seasoned teacher or a new educator, this podcast will inspire you to think outside the box and shift your educational approach. Tune in to Shifting Schools to gain new perspectives, share ideas, and join a community of passionate educators who are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of their students.
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Follow us at @shiftingschools on Twitter and @shiftingschoolspod on Instagram and Tiktok
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Feb 14, 2022 • 6min
Episode 197: The Power of Pulse Checks
Mentioned in this episode: Our Free Guide https://www.shiftingschools.com/free-pdfs Edutopia Article: https://www.edutopia.org/article/how-lead-empathy HBR Article: https://hbr.org/2017/01/the-neuroscience-of-trust Learn more about our all inclusive plan for your PLC https://www.shiftingschools.com/store/empowered-plcs We love hearing from our listeners, let us know what you'd like support with: info@shiftingschools.com

Feb 7, 2022 • 47min
Episode 196: Immersive Learning: We can do better than Zoom
Links mentioned in this episode: The Thinking Stick Posts: Moving into the CAVE Second Life Best Practices Conference SLearning 2.008 Pre-Conference BarCamp Bangkok Sherri Smith-Dodgson LinkedIn- Sherri Smith-Dodgson Miss Science Virbela Learn About FRAME FRAME EDU Metaverse (by iTeacher)

Jan 31, 2022 • 1h 7min
Episode 195: Digital Storytelling and a Whole Lot More
Links mentioned in this episode: Shei Ascencio https://twitter.com/Shei_Asc https://www.instagram.com/servlearn/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/shei-ascencio-5963aa97/ SDGs App Service Program templates from Orenda Learning https://bit.ly/3G3jxYd LeeAnne Lavender: I am offering a 4-week online course starting February 10th called "Becoming a Digital Storyteller". It's meant for teachers who are new to digital storytelling or those who want to grow their practice in this area, and it is jam-packed with ideas, resources and connections to educators who are doing amazing work with digital storytelling. Registration deadline is February 7th. Course link: : global-citizenship-hub.teachable.com/p/becoming-a-digital-storyteller UNESCO Storytelling for Intercultural Understanding: https://unesdoc.unesco.org/ark:/48223/pf0000370336 For podcast creation: https://www.soundtrap.com/ For writing: https://storybird.com/membership-educator & https://www.culturestreet.org.uk/activities/picturebookmaker Influential educators Cathy B K CBK Associates / The Complete Guide to Service Learning https://cbk-associates.com CBK Associates resources: https://cbkassociates.com/?page_id=437 Laurence Myers https://twitter.com/laurence_myers?s=20 https://www.facebook.com/groups/sustainserveandlearn/ https://sustainserveandlearn.weebly.com/ Alice Whitehead https://www.orendalearning.com/who https://bit.ly/3G3jxYd Ismael Matovu Nkoba Ismael Matovu Nkoba https://lutha.org/ Nantume Masturah https://twitter.com/NantumeMasturah?s=20 GirlUp Angola https://www.instagram.com/girlupangola/ https://girlup.org/ SDG App https://sdgsinaction.com/ https://sdgs.un.org d'Arcy Lunn Teaspoons of Change Steve Sostak and Aaron Moniz Inspire Citizens Student: Ayush and Ananya Chopra https://www.sdgsforchildren.org/

Jan 24, 2022 • 56min
Episode 194: The power of protocols in PLCs
Links mentioned in this episode: Download over 60 free guides here: https://www.shiftingschools.com/free-pdfs Making Assessment Meaningful - Asynchronous Learning Pathway https://www.shiftingschools.com/ss-pdpathway-mam Leading the Change: PD's Next Chapter - Asynchronous Video Presentation https://www.shiftingschools.com/store Christina Botbyl National School Reform Faculty (NSRF) for Critical Friends Group activities and protocols: https://nsrfharmony.org/ https://nsrfharmony.org/protocols/ Become a certified Critical Friends Group coach: https://nsrfharmony.org/open-trainings/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/cbotbyl LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-botbyl-470a174b/ Cult of Pedagogy: Building professional learning playlists https://www.cultofpedagogy.com/student-playlists-differentiation/

Jan 17, 2022 • 42min
Episode 193: Creating a Technology Revolution, Hoquiam School District
Links mentioned in this episode: Download our free guide here: https://www.shiftingschools.com/free-pdfs Half of all College students take an online course https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2021/10/13/new-us-data-show-jump-college-students-learning-online Chris Nitti Digital Age Coordinator Hoquiam School District email: cnitti (at) hoquiam.net twitter: https://www.twitter.com/hoquiamesports facebook: http://facebook.com/hoquiamesports

Jan 10, 2022 • 12min
Episode 192: Starting the year with sharpened tools
Links mentioned in this episode: Download our free guide here: https://www.shiftingschools.com/free-pdfs https://brenebrown.com/articles/2018/10/15/clear-is-kind-unclear-is-unkind/

Dec 20, 2021 • 7min
Episode 191: Exchanging Gratitude
Links mentioned in this episode: Download our free guide here: https://www.shiftingschools.com/free-pdfs Explore this weeks sponsor: Tract: https://teach.tract.app/ Access Code: ShiftingSchools TED TALK https://www.ted.com/talks/a_j_jacobs_my_journey_to_thank_all_the_people_responsible_for_my_morning_coffee

Dec 13, 2021 • 51min
Episode 190: Reflecting On A Semester
Show Notes: Steve Murphyhttps://twitter.com/murphyhusky1 Jen Longmirehttps://twitter.com/JenLongmire1 Tyler Rablinhttps://twitter.com/Mr_Rablin Monica McAteeMoses Lake Tech/Math Coach

Dec 6, 2021 • 1h 14min
Episode 189: Assessment is how we learn to listen
Show Notes: Leave a review Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shifting-our-schools-education-technology-leadership/id185888113 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/shifting-our-schools-education-591504 The opinions expressed by our panel members are their own, and they do not necessarily represent the views or opinions of their employers. Our Panel: Melissa DeanTwitter and insta: @dean_of_math Blog: http://deanofmath.wordpress.com Book: Unschooled, anticipated publishing date: Christmas 2021 http://www.codebreakeredu.com/ Cynthia Nambo Twitter: @cynn1 Zaretta Hammond: Culturally Responsive Teaching & the Brain The Case Against Zeros Shannon Schinkel Twitter:@DramaQueenBRC Blog: http://www.mygrowthmindset.home.blog Tyler Rablin Twitter: @mr_rablin Blog: https://teacher-totter.blogspot.com/

Nov 29, 2021 • 17min
Episode 188: SEL and PBL with Jorge Valenzuela
Links to follow up with Jorge Valenzuela https://www.lifelonglearningdefined.com/ https://twitter.com/JorgeDoesPBL https://www.edutopia.org/profile/jorge-valenzuela Tool to help regulate emotions https://www.edutopia.org/article/simple-tool-help-teachers-regulate-their-emotions


