Evolving with Gratitude

Before we focus on ways to make our learners grateful, how can we be grateful for our learners? This is something that Livia Chan prioritizes in her classroom. In this heartfelt episode, Liv paints the picture of gratitude in her learning community as well as the benefits of social contagion.   Transcript available here. About Our Guest: Livia Chan is a Head Teacher, presenter, and a member of the Teach Better Team. She is a contributing author of Because of a Teacher who is deeply passionate about writing, the gift of relationships, learning, and leading with heart. Livia believes that in every atomic interaction, we have the opportunity to intentionally uplift others through our kindness and gratitude, make an impact in their lives, and imprint on their hearts. She would love to connect with you on Twitter at @LiviaChanL or at livchan.com. Be sure to check out The Gift of Gratitude (blog post): livchan.com/the-gift-of-gratitude Website: livchan.com Twitter: @LiviaChanL Instagram: @liviachanl About Lainie: Lainie Rowell is an educator, international consultant, podcaster and TEDx speaker. She is the lead author of Evolving Learner and a contributing author of Because of a Teacher. Her latest book, Evolving with Gratitude, will be released in mid-2022. An experienced teacher and district leader, her expertise includes learner-driven design, community building, online/blended learning, and professional learning. Learn more at linktr.ee/lainierowell Evolving with Gratitude the book is now available! Purchase here!  You can also get bulk orders for your staff (10 copies or more) at a discounted price! Just fill out the form linked below and someone will get back to you ASAP! bit.ly/ewgbulkdiscount

In this unscripted, solo episode, I share and reflect on social and emotional learning strategies that don’t take a lot of time, but can have a big impact!  Transcript available here. Resources:  Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) - SEL 3 Signature Practices Playbook  3 SEL Practices Teachers Can Use Every Day  3 SEL Practices That Early Childhood Educators Can Use Every Day   “Getting It Down PATT!”—Purpose, Alignment, Transparency, Target (created by Micaela Gerardin-Frey)   Also mentioned, Are Questions the Answer? co-written with Mike Lawrence  About Lainie: Lainie Rowell is an educator, international consultant, podcaster and TEDx speaker. She is the lead author of Evolving Learner and a contributing author of Because of a Teacher. Her latest book, Evolving with Gratitude, will be released in mid-2022. An experienced teacher and district leader, her expertise includes learner-driven design, community building, online/blended learning, and professional learning. Learn more at linktr.ee/lainierowell Twitter - @LainieRowell Instagram - @LainieRowell  Evolving with Gratitude the book is now available! Purchase here!  You can also get bulk orders for your staff (10 copies or more) at a discounted price! Just fill out the form linked below and someone will get back to you ASAP! bit.ly/ewgbulkdiscount

Gratitude isn't about "skipping through the fields of flowers and chasing bunnies." With authenticity and honesty, Mandy shares what gratitude means to her and she gifts us a gratitude practice that empowers kids and adults to truly sit in gratitude and savor all the feels.  With shout-outs to Jennifer Casa-Todd, Tisha Richmond, Sarah Thomas, Bri Henneke Hodges, and Melody McAllister. Transcript available here. About Our Guest: Mandy Froehlich is an experienced Director of Innovation and Technology, technology integrator, and teacher, she has experience at many levels of the organizational structure. Her interest lies in reinvigorating and re-engaging teachers back into their profession, as well as what’s needed to support teachers in their pursuit of innovative and divergent thinking and teaching. She consults internationally with school districts and post-secondary institutions in the effective use of technology to support great teaching, mental health support for educators, and how to create organizational change. Website: www.mandyfroehlich.com Twitter: @froehlichm Instagram: @froehlichmandy About Lainie: Lainie Rowell is an educator, international consultant, podcaster and TEDx speaker. She is the lead author of Evolving Learner and a contributing author of Because of a Teacher. Her latest book, Evolving with Gratitude, will be released in mid-2022. An experienced teacher and district leader, her expertise includes learner-driven design, community building, online/blended learning, and professional learning. Learn more at linktr.ee/lainierowell Twitter - @LainieRowell Instagram - @LainieRowell Evolving with Gratitude the book is now available! Purchase here!  You can also get bulk orders for your staff (10 copies or more) at a discounted price! Just fill out the form linked below and someone will get back to you ASAP! bit.ly/ewgbulkdiscount

How do we find gratitude for the process and all the messiness along the way rather than focusing entirely on the end result?  In this very first episode of the #EvolvingWithGratitude Podcast, THE George Couros joins me to share his thoughts on gratitude for learning, physical health, mental health, and much more.  Transcript available here. About Our Guest:  George Couros is an Innovative Teaching, Learning, and Leadership Consultant and speaker as well as the author of “The Innovator’s Mindset” and “Innovate Inside the Box”  and co-owner of IMPress Books. George has worked at all school levels, from K-12 as a teacher, technology facilitator, and school and district administrator, and he is currently an adjunct Instructor with the Graduate School of Education at the University of Pennsylvania. George believes that creating a collaborative environment with all stakeholders will help to ensure that we meet the best needs of all children. Website: georgecouros.ca Twitter: @gcouros Instagram: @gcouros About Lainie: Lainie Rowell is an educator, international consultant, podcaster and TEDx speaker. She is the lead author of Evolving Learner and a contributing author of Because of a Teacher. Her latest book, Evolving with Gratitude, will be released in mid-2022. An experienced teacher and district leader, her expertise includes learner-driven design, community building, online/blended learning, and professional learning. Learn more at linktr.ee/lainierowell Twitter - @LainieRowell Instagram - @LainieRowell Evolving with Gratitude the book is now available! Purchase here!  You can also get bulk orders for your staff (10 copies or more) at a discounted price! Just fill out the form linked below and someone will get back to you ASAP! bit.ly/ewgbulkdiscount

Hi everyone, I'm so grateful you are here! I'm Lainie Rowell and welcome to my podcast. Researching for my book Evolving with Gratitude, I learned that gratitude can nurture relationships, improve well-being, & activate learning.  This podcast will be a mix of solo episodes and conversations. We will talk about practices that can be implemented immediately and hear stories from educators in a variety of roles who share the power of cultivating a culture of authentic gratitude with kids, peers, and the world.