Ready Set Growth - Inspiration for Teachers

In this episode of the Ready, Set, Growth podcast,  Nick welcomes Ainissa Ramirez, a passionate advocate for making science engaging for learners of all ages. With a rich background as a former engineering professor at Yale and a PhD in material science from Stanford, Ainissa shares her insights on the power of storytelling in education. She discusses her influential works, including her TED book...

In this episode of the Ready, Set, Growth podcast, Nick welcomes Sherill Knezel, an experienced educator and graphic recorder, to discuss the transformative power of sketchnoting and graphic note-taking in the classroom. Sherill shares her journey through 32 years of teaching public school art, highlighting the differences between elementary, middle, and high school education. She emphasizes the i...

In this episode, we dive into the innovative AI tool, Notebook LM, which is transforming how students engage with complex reading materials. The host shares insights from a recent conversation sparked by a colleague's wife's experiences using Notebook LM in her high school English language arts class. This tool helps students better retain information by converting PDF articles into co-hosted podc...

Welcome to the 100th episode of the Ready, Set, Growth podcast! It's a momentous occasion, not just because we've hit a triple-digit milestone, but also because we're celebrating with a unique and insightful conversation. In today's episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing two very special guests: my student Ben, and his father, Jeff. They were the lucky winners of a silent auction that support...

In this episode of Ready, Set, Growth, host Nick Moskaluk explores the integration of AI technologies into project-based learning with guest Alicia Peletz. Alicia shares her journey into discovering Chat GPT and its potential impact on education, highlighting her experience post-pregnancy and how AI sparked her interest. Tune in to learn how AI can enhance teaching practices and student engagement...

Episode Summary: In this bonus episode of the Learner-Centered Spaces podcast, host Starr Sackstein and Crystal Frommert interview Nick. They discuss the importance of building relationships in a learner-centered space and how to create a more student-focused assessment approach. Nick also shares his recommendations for educators looking to incorporate more learner-centered practices in their clas...

In this episode of the Ready, Set, Growth podcast, Nick welcomes Dr. Sunaina Sharma, an experienced in-school program leader and secondary teacher. Dr. Sharma's doctoral research focused on leveraging digital technology in the classroom to enhance student engagement. Together, they discuss the importance of technology and engagement in education. They also explore memorable instances where student...

In this episode of the Ready, Set, Growth podcast, Nick interviews Katie Nieves Licwinko, an expert in educational technology and AI. They discuss the benefits of using artificial intelligence in the classroom and how it can make learning easier for both teachers and students. Katie shares her experience of using AI to quickly generate information about various topics, highlighting its ability to...

In this episode of the Ready, Set, Growth podcast, Nick discusses the importance of using students' prior knowledge to improve math skills with guest Shannon Garrison, an award-winning teacher. They explore creative ways teachers can incorporate prior knowledge to make math fun and engaging. Tune in to discover practical strategies for building upon students' existing knowledge and enhancing their...

In this episode, Nick explores the power of student-generated public service announcements (PSAs) with guest Jessica Early, a professor of English at Arizona State University. They discuss how PSAs can be incorporated into any subject and share their personal memories of impactful PSAs. Tune in to learn how to engage students in speaking, writing, and critical thinking through the creation of PSAs...

In this episode of the Ready, Set, Growth podcast, Nick invites guest Cathleen Beachboard, a teacher, author, and researcher, to discuss the importance of promoting divergent thinking in the classroom. They explore the benefits of encouraging students to generate multiple solutions to problems, which fosters creativity and innovation. Kathleen shares her expertise in psychological tools that schoo...

Unravel the captivating tale of "The Cobra Effect" and its striking parallels to the use of grades as external motivators in education. In this thought-provoking episode, we embark on a quest to avoid the cobras lurking in our classrooms and discover alternative approaches that foster genuine student engagement. Join Nick as he explores how relying solely on grades can inadvertently hinder intrins...

Join us in this captivating episode as we delve into the fascinating world of math education with renowned author Joe Manfre. In this eye-opening interview, we explore the strategies and techniques for teaching students how to study math effectively. If you're an educator, parent, or student looking to enhance your math skills, this is an episode you won't want to miss! 🎧 Episode Highlights: Joe...

In this conversation Nick sits down with John Sammon and Tara Koehler to discuss "Transforming Word Problems into Math Conversations: A Teaching Strategy" an article they co-wrote that highlights an effective way of teaching math word problems to students. By turning word problems into conversations, teachers can engage their students in a meaningful dialogue that helps them develop a deeper under...

In this episode, we explore the power of commercial games in the classroom as effective tools for engaging and motivating students to learn. Join us as we discuss the benefits, challenges, and practical strategies for incorporating commercial games into your teaching practice. Our guest for this episode is Professor Janelle McFeetors, an expert in learning through games from the University of Albe...

We all know, math can be a challenging subject for students, with concepts and formulas that can seem abstract and disconnected from their everyday lives. However, Kristen Moore is on a mission to change that by bringing real-world relevance into the classroom and showing students how math can be used in meaningful ways. During our conversation, Kristen shares some of her innovative strategies for...

In this episode, Nick is joined by Crystal Frommert to talk about how you can be effective in your communication with parents and how it is essential for the success of our students. By establishing open communication channels, and being intentional, compassionate, and empathetic, teachers can build positive relationships with parents and support their child's learning and development.  In her boo...

In this episode, Nick speaks with Michele and shares her insights on what it takes to help students succeed both academically and personally. She emphasizes the importance of developing empathy, resilience, and a growth mindset in children, and shares practical tips and strategies for parents and educators. From dealing with stress and anxiety to fostering a love of learning and developing social-...

The world of ever-evolving technology can be a challenging thing to navigate and the introduction of mainstream AI tools like ChatGPT are no different. They are not going anywhere, in fact, they are only going to become more efficient, intelligent, and faster at meeting the needs of those using them.  Join Nick as he talks about the pros, cons, and implications of this technology in the classroom...

Number lines and the presence of visual representations are one of the most powerful ways we can help deepen our student's conceptual understanding of mathematics. Join Nick as he sits down with returning guest Kristen Acosta to break down how we can use clothesline math to strengthen how our students see numbers in the world around us.  https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz  - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp  ...

Engagement is not a unicorn it's a narwhal join Nick as he sits down with teacher author Heather Lyon to learn why engagement is so much more than having our students work and being busy doing the tasks we give them.  Follow us on social media:  www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz  - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp  - Twitter  https://bit.ly/2YWVW91  - Facebook  Follow our guest:...

Join guest host Crystal Frommert as she sits down with Nick Corley a Desmos fellow and passionate math and STEMS teacher to discuss how Desmos has changed the way Nick teaches math in his classroom and why you should consider using it in yours right now.    Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz  - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp  - Twitter  https://bit.ly...

In this episode, Nick is joined by his math pen-pal Taylor who speaks to the importance of bringing social issues into your math class. Taylor will break down how she chooses issues to explore but most importantly how she puts her students in the driver's seat for all of this learning.  Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz  - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5...

Join Nick as he sits down with Neily Boyd founder of Counting with Kids as they discuss how we can use inquiry to strengthen and deepen not only our student's conceptual understanding but ours as well.  Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz  - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp  - Twitter  https://bit.ly/2YWVW91  - Facebook  Follow our guest:  https://www.in...

In this bonus episode, Nick joins Jessica Vance on her Instagram live segment "Going Further with Inquiry" to talk about his experience when using mathematical provocations and why everyone should be using them in their class.  - Tug of War http://www.pz.harvard.edu/resources/t... - Would You Rather? - Marilyn Burns https://mathsolutions.com/about-us/ma... - Kath Murdoch IG post on relationships h...