Teaching Channel Talks

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Angela Byrd-Wright , the senior director of teaching and learning for Essex County Public Schools. Dr. Byrd-Wright is a seasoned educator with a wealth of experience in professional development and teacher learning. Guided by our host, Dr. Wendy Amato , we explore strategies ECPS uses for approaching teacher learning and professional development, identify the...

Join Dr. Wendy Amato and literacy educators and authors Jan Burkins and Kari Yates as they explore the challenges of literacy in education today. Join us for a discussion on their new book, Shifting the Balance: 6 Ways to Bring the Science of Reading into the Balanced Literacy Classroom , as we break down the six shifts we can make to integrate effective reading strategies from each perspective. B...

In this week's episode of Teaching Channel Talks, Dr. Wendy Amato sits down with Carrie Weber to discuss the importance of experiential learning in science. Carrie and Wendy’s conversation promotes hands-on exploration while shifting away from rote memorization in education by encouraging students to observe their surroundings and ask curious questions.  Continue Learning Videos A Student-Dri...

In this week's episode of Teaching Channel Talks, Dr. Wendy Amato sits down with Heidi Austin-Cook, owner of the local independent store Sole Focus Running. Heidi and Wendy discuss the positive impact community partners can have on regional students and their families while offering tips on how small businesses can get involved in education. From how she first got the idea of opening a running sto...

To close out our 3-part series on the recent  School Year Success!  webinar, we have a special bonus episode of Teaching Channel Talks featuring Keely Keller, and Shannon Rice. Join Dr. Wendy Amato as she sits with our special guests one last time to discuss actionable behavior strategies you can use in your classroom right now.  Additional Resources Keely Keller has shared a ...

Don't be afraid to set high expectations! We're finishing our 3-part behavior series covering the recent School Year Success! webinar with a discussion on setting high expectations—and helping your students meet them! From effective communication to visual strategies, Keel, Shannon, and Wendy are looking at how understanding our students as individuals can lead us to help them achieve their best....

In the second episode of our 3-part series covering the  School Year Success! webinar, Keely, Shannon, and Wendy are talking about Positive Behavior Supports. From well-defined expectations to identifying the cause behind behaviors, we're addressing challenges sent in by our community of teachers and providing you tangible strategies you can use in the classroom.  Just tuning in? Catch u...

Join us for the first episode in a special 3-part series from Learners Edge and EdWeb.net . Shannon Rice returns to the podcast along with Keely Keller in this excerpt from a recent webinar: School Year Success! Strategies to Instill Positive Behavior . This week, we're discussing the context of behavior, redefining how we as educators think about behavior, and the importance of proactivity in set...

Celebrate without gloating Self-reflect without crushing your spirit Start every conversation with the intent of being constructive and not destructive End every day believing that you did the best you can do Start every day believing that you will make a difference —Tammy Boyer In this episode of Teaching Channel Talks, Wendy is sitting down with Tammy Boyer, M.Ed. to discuss leadership behaviors...

This week on Teaching Channel Talks, we welcome educator and “Artivist”, Aundrae Williams , as he shares his background in education, including how he stumbled into leadership. From his commitment to equity and inclusivity to his dedication to supporting student expression through art, Aundrae’s story will inspire you to lead in the space you are given . Continue Learning Episode Links Explore Aun...

Lavinia Group has helped schools across the country transform student learning and improve outcomes with their RISE summer program. This week on Teaching Channel Talks, we're breaking down what makes this curriculum so successful, and hearing from special guest and consultant, Julia Pockros , on how these proven instructional methods are positively impacting engagement year-round.  Continue L...

This week on Teaching Channel Talks, our host  Dr. Wendy Amato  is joined by The Science Lady,  Kathy Renfrew , to discuss how science learning provides experience for reading and writing, as well as the importance of shifting the instructional focus away from test results. As a renowned science educator, Kathy offers exceptional insight on how administrators and other teachers can...

"Every student deserves great teachers." In the last episode of our 3-part series with special guest, Dr. Michael Moody, we're taking a look at the two organizations he founded: Insight Education Group and Insight ADVANCE . From individual video coaching for teachers to helping school leaders strengthen their decision-making processes, Dr. Moody shares how Insight's focus on listening and supporti...

In the second episode of our special 3-part series, Dr. Michael Moody and our host, Dr. Wendy Amato, are tackling some of the paradoxes existing in education today. From people to programs to what we promote as educators, join us in reflecting on the state of education and how teaching has changed in recent years. Continue Learning Videos Video Coaching Best Practices Remote Learning Webinar Serie...

High-quality educators are the key to student success. Join us for the first episode in a special three-part series with Dr. Michael Moody as he shares his background as an authentic educator, examines the contradictions happening in education today, and discusses how video can transform the way we support teachers. Continue Learning Videos Video Coaching Best Practices How Video is Being Used to...

Although more teachers than ever are turning away from the profession, the non-profit organization Man Up Teacher Fellowship is encouraging men of color to fill these vacant roles, especially in high-poverty communities. This week on Teaching Channel Talks, our host Wendy Amato is sitting down with Dr. Patrick Washington, founder and CEO of Man Up, to talk about the importance of diversity in the...

Courage is action in the face of fear.  Being an Educator right now takes courage . While the rest of the world is divided and children’s success is still being measured by standardized test scores, it takes courage to focus on love and own our roles in education. Sit down with Principal Mauri Melander Friestleben , from the documentary, Love Them First: Lessons From Lucy Laney Elementary , a...

Education is filled with new challenges and today's teachers are faced with the question: How do we help our students and ourselves thrive during this time? Join Michelle Trujillo  and  Wendy Amato as they discuss the lessons in Michelle's new book, how to ignite hope in the moment, and how to move forward with intention.  Michelle is also offering a special promotion for our audien...

By empowering our authenticity, we can become better mentors for others. Set your intentions and get ready to take a self-discovery journey as we interpret the language of Soul Wisdom in this episode of Teaching Channel Talks. Join  Regyna Curtis  and  Wendy Amato  as they discuss how understanding our own way of knowing can bring clarity and confidence into the classroom. Regy...

Too often, the focus on behavior is negative. Instead of working against  mis behavior, we should start by identifying and teaching desirable behaviors and forming strong classroom relationships to support them. Join Shannon Rice and Wendy Amato this week on the podcast, as they redefine the context around behavior and give recommendations for successfully managing it in your classroom. Conti...

A trauma-informed approach emphasizes that a student is hurt, not bad, and that although their behavior is disruptive and problematic it's an adaptive response to their environment. They are not broken, so we don’t have to fix them. Learn key steps from  Christie Badry  and  Wendy Amato  for integrating a trauma-informed approach across your district so that every adult is read...

Charlotte Danielson's Framework for Teaching is changing soon! Hear from Dr. Jim Furman , Executive Director of the Danielson Group, and Wendy Amato as they discuss those upcoming changes and how they'll help support the individual and collective efforts of teachers and administrators in positively impacting student learning. You'll also hear instructional coaching strategies that will educators g...

Families are a key part of the instructional team, especially after more than a year of remote learning. Hear from Leana R. Malinowsky and Wendy Amato as they discuss ways to manage the teacher-family relationship as the leader of your classroom. You'll hear strategies to avoid being consumed by emails and tips for communicating effectively with families of all backgrounds. You'll also hear differ...

Unfinished learning is usually a result of disruption in learning, causing students – particularly those students who are marginalized -- to miss out on skills and concepts required to progress to subsequent content. Listen in to this week's episode as  Wendy Amato  and  Kelly Mokashi  share strategies that teachers at any grade level can use to help every student as they head...

The wait is almost over!  Teach Like a Champion 3.0 , the long-awaited update to Doug Lemov’s guide to best classroom practices, will be released on September 14th, 2021 ( although you can preorder now! ). In this episode, Wendy sits down with Doug to discuss the changes he's made since writing Teach Like a Champion ten years ago and how the switch to teaching online has changed the teac...