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How About Using Podcasts to FLIP Professional Development?
Over the past 6 months, it has been my great joy to appear on 10 podcasts. These wonderful conversations have afforded me the opportunity to thoroughly explain my ideas to a boundless audience....
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People from the U.K. are Just Better at Conversation
I’ve interacted with a number of Brits visiting or residing here in the great state of Ohio, USA. To a person, they’ve mentioned how tired they get of hearing the following, “OOOO…I love your accent....
View ArticleThe Hack Learning App is Now Available on iTunes
My friend and comrade Mark Barnes, the dynamic entrepreneurial educator from the great city of Cleveland, released his Hack Learning App on iTunes yesterday. This dude is fascinating, so check out his...
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A Gap Year for Teachers???
My friend and comrade Sung Lee writes so eloquently about a gap year for educators. SOUNDS GREAT! My book “You’ve Gotta Connect” is all about how teachers can forge strong relationships with students....
View ArticleBully Bonding
Fellow teachers, I realize my title might inspire the following…”Bond with bullies? That’s ridiculous! They need consequences, and put in their place!” I don’t disagree. But please remember, harsh...
View ArticleHow About a Podcast You Can See??
It’s been my great joy to be on numerous podcasts. I’ve met so many cool people through this process. I like that my ideas are out there and free for the taking. PODCASTS ARE GOOD! I devote a page on...
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A Teacher’s Eureka Moment
I was once confronted with a class of students who were nothing like me. I’m a white dude; most of them were African American. They were largely poor and had zero interest in 9th grade Civics. I...
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This Principal Gets It!
Penny Sturtevant is Big Walnut Middle School’s Principal. This amazing woman understands the importance of relationships! Please listen to this wonderful Inspiring Educators podcast hosted by Mr. Sung...
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Samsara…Embrace Change!
I love my unit in World Civilization on Hinduism! It puts everything in perspective. My favorite concept from my favorite unit, is samsara. The only constant in the universe is change. How’s that for...
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Does Competition Really Bring out the Best in People?
I’ll bet you’ve heard this article of faith. Clichés, like the one above, often assume the power of holy scripture. No one questions their veracity. This is odd! My entire life, I’ve heard this cliché...
View ArticleI loved Being on Gretchen Schultek’s Empowering Educators Podcast
Gretchen is a great host! I felt like I was yakking with a close friend! Here’s to ALWAYS A LESSON Episode #25…CLINK! My book “You’ve Gotta Connect” is all about how teachers can forge strong...
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If One Wants to Discuss Other Cultures…One Should First DO Other Cultures
I teach World Civilization. It’s a wonderful class! We study Africa, Asia, and Mesoamerica. Hardly any DWEMs (dead white European males) are mentioned. Ironically, I’m a live white European male and I...
View ArticleA trailer…for a podcast episode…SAY WHAT???
YUP! Episode 11 is a powerful testament to the engagement power of French toast! This tactic can be used in any subject…at any grade level. Don’t miss this episode! Subscribe to the Hacking Engagement...
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Ep.11-Olivia Wince and Kathy Wince Explain how to use French Toast to Engage...
Kathy and Olivia Wince on their front porch July 2016 Picture this…you’re enjoying a hot cup of Joe on your back patio on a brilliant and crisp April Saturday morning. After a few sips and deep...
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Ep.12-Assess your Assessments with the Garden State Guru…Michael Dunlea
Micheal Dunlea…the Man from Manahawkin Picture this, you’re having a medical procedure done. Before they put you under, you tell the doctor, “I want you to perform this procedure from memory. You’re...
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5 Ways to Engage Students…that Crucial 1st Week of School
My first week of school is right around the corner. It’s hard to give up summer. I love teaching, but work is work! It’s awfully cool to wake up and not have to perform a lesson plan. It’s wonderful...
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Ep.13-Nurturing a Sense of Belonging with Dr. Todd Finley
It’s wonderful to have a sense of belonging. When you ask students about their group allegiances, they’ll typically say things like: I’m a follower of a certain religion I’m a member of this family...
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14-Mark Barnes’ Challenging Formative Years in Urban Cleveland
Mark Barnes the founder of Hack Learning Mark Barnes is familiar to a lot of listeners. He’s the founder of the and guiding force behind the increasingly popular and influential Hack Learning brand....
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15-Tracy Enos Puts Kids in the Driver’s Seat with her Magic Wand
@taenos99 I’ve always been intimidated by student-directed learning. I hate to admit it, but I’m a bit of a control freak and I worry about classroom anarchy! That’s my gut’s hesitancy. My head knows...
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16-Penny Sturtevant and Strategic Questioning
For the past 30 years, Penny Sturtevant has been a science teacher, a guidance counselor, an assistant principal, a principal, and next year, she’ll work at the district level. Oh…she’s also my wife....
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