Time for Teachership

Today, I am discussing an element of project-based learning that is often overlooked - how to craft a compelling driving question.⁠ ⁠ I break down the differences between essential and driving questions, I give examples of each, and a checklist or the standard of what is needed. When you are creating a driving question, I recommend a minimum of 5 iterations to encompass the criteria for that drivi...

In Podcast Episode 39 of the podcast, I am talking with Matthew Pimental. Matthew has 15 years experience in education. He is the Supervisor of gifted education, professional development and project-based learning at the Cheltenham School District. In this episode we are discussing progressive education, project-based learning, and the actions that need to be taken to incorporate project-based lea...

It's important to allow students practice skills repeatedly throughout the school year and from grade to grade; Having the same rubric for each project, unit, classroom and grade, creates an understanding to the student that this is how projects will be assessed without having to re-instruct how they will be graded each time.⁠ ⁠ This is a preview of what I'm sharing in the second episode of my Cur...

This is Episode #1 of my Curriculum Development Mini-Series. I am discussing the research and rationale behind why we create units, what the research says, and how we create a step-by-step process. ⁠ ⁠ Research shows that student centered dialogue increases:⁠ ⁠ - the students' sense of belonging⁠ - confidence⁠ - increased academic performance⁠ - improves teach-student and student-student relations...

Join me today as I talk with Emma Siesfeld. Emma has 10+ years experience in public education as a teacher, coach, and administrator designing and implementing skill growth and independence support for students with disabilities.  We go over her big dreams for the field of education, mindset shifts, and some strategies for those who are ready to experiment and have fun with alternative teaching mo...

Get ready because today I am discussing theory and practical steps for teaching for justice while being able to differentiate between questions of fact and questions of policy. We start off with dividing issues into two categories Empirical questions- those that have a clear answer-teaching the history Policy questions- what to do with the facts and how to respond Then taking a perspective conscio...

In this episode we are discussing how to take away the rules for creative writing. So many kids may not like writing because we put writing in a box, follow these rules, these prompts, etc. There is no celebration of life or emotions which makes it hard for them to connect to the writing. In John's experience, he advocates for making mindset shifts to experience emotion in pure form and transmit t...

Today, I am discussing how to pay for your professional development for yourself or for a teacher, and new funding initiatives and how to use them. Effective professional development enables leaders and teachers to develop the knowledge and skills they need to address students' learning challenges. I cover Title I and Title II funding which are the most common funding sources and go into more deta...

Understanding the experiences of children without judging them is a move we need to make in order to be sure that all children get the education they need and deserve. In this episode I talk with Taryn Givan about Campus Leadership Teams as part of her program called Leader in Me. Leader in Me  aims to empower more educators with practices that connect culture, academics, and leadership. They use...

In this episode, we are talking about look fors, co-constructing them with teachers, and how you can make them clear for your students. Liked this episode? Rate, review, and share! Want more? Follow me on: LinkedIn: @ lindsaybethlyons   Instagram: @ lindsaybethlyons Facebook Group: Time for Teachership   Get Your Episode Freebie & Other Resources On My Website: https://www.lindsaybethlyons.com/blo...

In Podcast Episode 30 of the Time For Teachership Podcast I am talking with Lejla Bilal about giving everyone within a school setting a voice and on shifting from buy-in mentality to shared leadership. When we are talking about adaptive leadership we need to name the elephant in the room AND: - identify the key players - determine what are the challenges - strategize how we can resolve issues - an...

Today, we're examining the GROW Model lesson from my new micro course library. This is a library filled with short but impactful video lessons that you can use to apply to an independent project of yours. Coaching and teaching with the GROW Model is a FREE Resource I've developed to help you take notes and organize conversations when coaching or teaching. Want more? Follow me on: LinkedIn: @ linds...

Right now, the need for equity training at schools is getting higher, not lower. It's apparent that teachers still haven't built the capacity or habit of doing the work on their own. According to today's guest, Dr. Eakins, the goal is for school members to get all the tools they need to take charge of their own social justice efforts. Tune in to hear us talk about what equity training really invol...

In this episode, I'm giving you a peek into my famous Media Critique Project! I talk about the inspiration for it, the framework, driving questions, and the creativity that students have approached this with. Make sure you grab the Project breakdown document so that you can share this with your own students. They're going to love it! Want more? Follow me on Instagram: @lindsaybethlyons Liked this...

Feedback is the director of change and progress. That's why Matthew Woods, a classroom teacher turned administrator, is so passionate about helping other educators integrate processes that encourage constant feedback in their school culture. Tune in as we go over equity, perceptions, conflict resolution, and much more! Want more? Follow me on Instagram: @lindsaybethlyons Liked this episode? Rate,...

If you regularly struggle with having time for important discussions with students, now is the time to change that! With one thing after another coming up in the news and in our communities, we can't afford to stay silent on these issues that are affecting our students. Unfortunately, the current model you might be using is not going to give you the flexibility you need to include more current eve...

Our guest today is music instructor and executive director of the Boston Music Project—an organization that seeks to provide all students with the opportunity to develop musical proficiency, social emotional skills, civic engagement, and creative self-expression. We talk about his experience in leading children to own their creativity and become activists through their music. Get ready to be inspi...

This is the last installment of the Planning Series! In this episode, you'll receive five more strategies for creating efficient lesson plans that save you time and engage more students. Want more? Follow me on Instagram: @lindsaybethlyons Liked this series? Rate, review, and share! Episode Links: Lindsay can be found on:  LinkedIn: @ lindsaybethlyons   Instagram: @ lindsaybethlyons Facebook Group...

You're listening to Part 5 of the Planning Series. In this episode, I share why wellness belongs in your teacher life. There are multiple types of wellness and it only takes a little effort to go a long way.  Want more? Follow me on Instagram: @lindsaybethlyons Liked this episode? Rate, review, and share! Episode Links: Lindsay can be found on:  LinkedIn: @ lindsaybethlyons   Instagram: @ lindsayb...

In part 4 of the Planning series, we are clearing out the clutter that takes up too much valuable space in our minds and instead creating a system that we can keep track of.  Want more? Follow me on Instagram: @lindsaybethlyons Liked this episode? Rate, review, and share! Episode Links: Lindsay can be found on:  LinkedIn: @ lindsaybethlyons   Instagram: @ lindsaybethlyons Facebook Group:  Time for...

Welcome back to the Planning Series! Today, you will learn to figure out what's holding you back when it comes to laying out your aspirations. If you haven't taken time to do more PD because you're worried about spending any time away from grading and your students, you are not doing yourself or your students a favor. Research shows the amazing benefits your students can have by incorporating more...

Welcome to part 2 of the Planning Series!  Today I am sharing all the tips with you on how to set and accomplish your goals using some tried and true strategies. If you've set action steps before and haven't been able to keep up with it, don't despair because it is possible to get things done without feeling overwhelmed. There is a way to make sure your are not constantly putting off your tasks. T...

Who said planning and grading has to take up all of your time? In today's solo episode, Lindsay brings a highly effective strategy to the table as a way to replace the previous time-consuming methods that weren't getting her the results she wanted. If you're an instructor who would love to have time for fun professional development, increase your student's levels of achievement, and streamline you...

We are joined this week by Leah Urzua, a Systems Strategist and an Online Business Manager to Lindsay, with a mission to expand social and racial justice in all areas of life and culture. Today, she goes into the intersections of business and systemic racism and why it's crucial for everyone to get involved in anti-racist agendas. We talk historical roots, sociological research, dreams, and steps...

On Wednesday, January 6, 2021, the United States experienced a domestic terrorist attack on its government for the first time in history. Lindsay considers the moments leading up to the attack on the U.S. Capitol, talks about an important discussion with other educators, and discusses what she decided to talk about with her white students after realizing it was an important learning opportunity. E...