Teach Better Talk

In this bonus episodes we shared the audio from the recent 12 Hour Live Event the entire Teach Better Team had earlier in April. In this specific episode, Rae Hughart, Becky Thal, and Mickey Smith Jr. all got together to discuss "Finding Your Sound" and wow, did this turn out to be an awesome segment! We really hope you enjoy this bonus episode and as always, you can head on over to www.teachbette...

Jed Dearybury chats with us about the work he is doing leading professional development across the country and training the next generation of teachers, as well as his accomplishments as a 2nd grade teacher, where he was a top 5 finalist in South Carolina for Teacher of the Year and acknowledged as GQ Magazine's Male Leader of the Year.  More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/jeddearybury Jed's...

In this bonus episode, both Rae Hughart and Livia Chan go live to give everyone a recap of conversations and discussions that took place in our Administrator Mastermind, as well as providing a a Bi-Weekly Check In with our Teach Better Fam that helps everyone start their week off on a strong and positive note! To engage with all things happening with the Teach Better Team family, head on over to w...

This is the last and final episode from the Focus on the Focus series with Katelynn and Dave, where they discuss all things related to grading, assessment, and feedback support for educators! Tune it to learn more about refocusing your assessments with student understanding in mind and reflecting on the true purpose and place grades and assessments have in the classroom. We really hope you enjoy t...

Dan Fouts chats with us about inquiry based learning, putting students at the center of the classroom and building strong relationships with them. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/danfouts Dan's Recommendations EdTech Tool: Google Forms Books: Philosophy Gym  by Stephen Law Who do we need to follow on Twitter or Instagram Today? Mary Ellen Daneels (Twitter) Paul Solaraz (Twitter) What's A...

Every Wednesday from 7pm-8pm EST Katelynn and Dave host the Focus on the Focus series, where they discuss all things related to grading, assessment, and feedback support for educators! Tune it to learn more about refocusing your assessments with student understanding in mind and reflecting on the true purpose and place grades and assessments have in the classroom. We really hope you enjoy this bon...

Clement Townsend chats with us about how he is helping educators and students improve their skills by integrating video creation into everyday instruction  More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/clementtownsend Clement's Recommendations EdTech Tool: WeVideo.com Books: Grace Over Grind: How Grace Will Take Your Business Where Grinding Can't by Shae Bynes Who do we need to follow on Twitter or Ins...

In this bonus episode, both Rae and LivBONUS - Bi-Weekly Administrator Mastermind Rewind & LIVE Family Q&A with Rae Hughart and Livia Chan (May 2nd, 2021) go live to give everyone a recap of conversations and discussions that took place in our Administrator Mastermind, as well as providing a a Bi-Weekly Check In with our Teach Better Fam that helps everyone start their week off on a strong...

Every Wednesday from 7pm-8pm EST Katelynn and Dave host the Focus on the Focus series, where they discuss all things related to grading, assessment, and feedback support for educators! Tune it to learn more about refocusing your assessments with student understanding in mind and reflecting on the true purpose and place grades and assessments have in the classroom. We really hope you enjoy this bon...

David Frangiosa chats with us about going gradeless in his classes and the amazing work he is doing to help educate others on this instructional change.  More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/davidfrangiosa David's Recommendations EdTech Tool: Canvas Books: We Got This by Cornelius Minor Troublemakers by Carla Shalaby Who do we need to follow on Twitter or Instagram Today? PodcastPD (Twitter) T...

Every Wednesday from 7pm-8pm EST Katelynn and Dave host the Focus on the Focus series, where they discuss all things related to grading, assessment, and feedback support for educators! Tune it to learn more about refocusing your assessments with student understanding in mind and reflecting on the true purpose and place grades and assessments have in the classroom. We really hope you enjoy this bon...

Sharon Porter chats with us about all of the amazing things she is doing within education, as well as many of the valuable lessons she has learned over her 30 years of experience in education. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/sharonporter Sharon's Recommendations EdTech Tool: Hapara Books:  Who Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating Teamwork by Dan Sullivan...

In this bonus episode, both Rae and Dave go live to give everyone a recap of conversations and discussions that took place in our Administrator Mastermind, as well as providing a a Bi-Weekly Check In with our Teach Better Fam that helps everyone start their week off on a strong and positive note! To engage with all things happening with the Teach Better Team family, head on over to www.teachbetter...

Every Wednesday from 7pm-8pm EST Katelynn and Dave host the Focus on the Focus series, where they discuss all things related to grading, assessment, and feedback support for educators! Tune it to learn more about refocusing your assessments with student understanding in mind and reflecting on the true purpose and place grades and assessments have in the classroom. We really hope you enjoy this bon...

Patricia Dickenson chats with us about her role as a Course Lead at National University, where she focuses her efforts on teacher professional development. Patricia also recently published her book The Virtual Classroom, Creating Distance Learning Experiences in Math for K-8 Learners. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/patriciadickenson Patricia's Recommendations EdTech Tool: Google Jamboard Book...

Every Wednesday at 5pm EST Jeff and Dave host the Teach Better Team Brain Break. Recently during one of their Brain Break sessions, Jeff and Dave got on the topic of finding balance in life and had a great conversation regarding the key importance of self reflection and self awareness and we hope this conversation is something that provides value and insight into your own professional and personal...

Dustin Pearson chats with us about the power of relationships and working together to thrive and evolve as educators. Dustin is a 7th grade special education teacher that is currently working on writing his first novel "Building Effective Co-Teaching Teams" and is beginning his doctorate degree in education leadership this summer. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/dustinpearson Dustin's Recommen...

AJ Bianco chats with us about being a middle school vice principal and his passions for education, educational technology, and leadership. AJ is also not just an avid podcast listener, but also is a host and co-host to several other podcasts focused on education and professional sports.   More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/ajbianco AJ's Recommendations EdTech Tool:  EdPuzzle Padlet Canv...

In this bonus episode, both Rae and Dave go live to give everyone a recap of conversations and discussions that took place in our Administrator Mastermind, as well as providing a a Bi-Weekly Check In with our Teach Better Fam that helps everyone start their week off on a strong and positive note! To engage with all things happening with the Teach Better Team family, head on over to www.teachbetter...

Debbie Tannenbaum chats with us about the power of working collaboratively with other educators to use technology to help amplify student learning and empower student voice. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/debbietannenbaum Debbies' Recommendations EdTech Tool: Google Slides Books: Thrive Through The Five by Dr. Jill Sisler The One Thing by Gary Keller Who do we need to follow on Twitter or Ins...

Sara Jessee chats with us about keeping education fun and creative no matter the situation, which Sara strives to accomplish every day as the drama director at Evans MS. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/sarajessee Sara's Recommendations EdTech Tool: Flipgrid Books:  Punching the Air by Ibi Zoboi & Yusef Salaam Other Words From Home by Jasmine Warga Who do we need to follow on Twitter o...

We're really excited to bring you this special bonus episode! In this episode we are highlighting a recent talk Rae Hughart gave during the TEDxNormal event last month. In her talk, Rae discusses the challenges and obstacles teachers overcame during this wild and tumultuous year in education, while also challenging educators and schools to focus on the future of education and how we must shift tow...

LeeAnn Lindsey and Kristen Mattson chat with us about digital citizenship and the skills and mindsets students need to be active, empowered digital citizens More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/leeannlindsey&kristenmattson LeeAnn's and Kristen's Recommendations EdTech Tool:  Google Docs & Google Jamboards Books: Framing Internet Safety by Nathan W. Fisk Ethics in a Digital World by Dr....

Jacob Kohut chats with us about being an elementary and middle school music instructor, a member of the DC national guard and a future professional musician. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/jacobkohut Jacob's Recommendations EdTech Tool: Google Classroom Books: Bach, Beethoven and The Boys by David Barber What's A Good YouTube Channel, Podcast or Website for Educators?  The Entrepreneuria...

In this bonus episode, both Rae and Dave go live to give everyone a recap of conversations and discussions that took place in our Administrator Mastermind, as well as providing a a Bi-Weekly Check In with our Teach Better Fam that helps everyone start their week off on a strong and positive note! To engage live with the Rae next time, go to www.teachbettergroup.com or follow us on social media. Tw...