The Center for Excellence in STEM Education

Teach Wonder

Education EN ↓ 81 episodes

We know that powerful things are happening in education and that those powerful things often go unnoticed or are siloed (within a community). We’ve built a space to share those powerful things, where we aren’t constrained by distance and scheduling. We’ll combine our 35 years of K - 12 teaching experience with the unique perspectives of our guests to connect you to relevant ideas and experiences. Listen in to motivate your practice, challenge your current pedagogy, and expand your horizons with stories from educators near and far.

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The Center for Excellence in STEM Education

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The Puzzle that We're All Trying to Solve 12.09.2021 32:54

We connected with Rich Van Tol, a dynamic leader at Bay Arenac ISD. Rich shares what STEM means to him, and how out-of-school educators are working together to support children in the region. Listen in to hear Rich talk about the importance of focusing on equity and one exciting new project that has come from those conversations. Out of School Time STEM Activities Calendar STEM Passport Center for...

A Naturewalk Through Childhood 29.08.2021 33:35

Jenn Kirts is the Director of Programs and Chippewa Nature Center. Jenn shares her passion for Place-Based Learning and gives practical tips on how to get started! She walks us through the "why" and "how" of getting kids connected outdoors. She also discusses the value of getting children invested in their community and the power of seeing and interacting with local nature. Chi...

How Do I Teach Each Child? 15.08.2021 37:35

Listen to this interview with Kim June - fourth grade teacher. She shares valuable insights into how she's gotten her room to be a place of learning and curiosity for everyone. She brings humor and respect into every interaction. Kim's sees possibilities everywhere and her stories and advice are relevant for anyone who calls themselves an educator. Find us on social media: Instagram: c...

Let's Meet 01.08.2021 32:30

Welcome to Teacher Wonder- before we ask our guests questions about their own passions, practices, and pedagogy, we thought we'd ask them of each other. Hear about how teaching has changes over time, what we are most passionate about currently in education, and what else we are listening to to stay inspired and connected. Thanks for joining us! - Julie and Ashley Episode Links: Core Teaching...

Disrupting the Educational System 01.08.2021 29:57

We interview Dr. Corey Drake, professor in Education at Michigan State University. She shares some powerful perspectives on children as sense makers ,and what she views as the biggest responsibility for teacher educators. Listen to hear how she ties Core Teaching Practices into the essential work of addressing student inequities. Links: Michigan Teacher Education Network Original Music by: David B...

Trailer 08.07.2021 1:02

Listen to a sneak peak of what's coming soon from the Center for Excellence in STEM Education. Find us on social media: Instagram: cmichcese Facebook: cmich_cese