How We Teach This: Season Nine
Season 9 of How We Teach This has a wide range of guests and topics - Listen to stories from Milken Educator Award recipients, hear about the Science of Reading, Digital Literacy teaching strategies, and Dr. Jenny Moss shares about the Dark Side of Motivation.
Teddy Roop, PhD.
Associate Professor
Emporia State University
Season 9, Episode 8 - April 24, 2024
Part 2: Teaching with the Science of Reading for Educators
Dr. Teddy Roop, Associate Professor at Emporia State University, gives advice that classroom teachers can utilize to improve their reading instruction with research-based strategies.
In this insightful episode, we dive deep into the crucial topic of teaching reading effectively. Join us as we unpack strategies, approaches, and considerations for educators at all levels, from elementary to secondary education.
📚 Using screening and diagnostic assessments to guide instruction
👐 The Power of Multi-Sensory Learning: Explore the benefits of structured literacy approaches;
🔍 Teaching Strategies in Action: Gain practical insights into teaching strategies such as think-aloud, metacognition activities, and phonemic awareness tasks, all designed to boost reading proficiency.
📝 Choosing the Right Phonics Program: Navigate the landscape of phonics programs with confidence, learning what to watch out for to select the most effective program for your students.
🔍 Secondary Education Focus: Explore why effective reading instruction is crucial for secondary educators, including those in exploratory subjects, and its impact on student success.
Season 9, Episode 7 - April 10, 2024
Understanding the Science of Reading and the Impact on All Learners
Dr. Teddy Roop, Associate Professor at Emporia State University, defines the Science of Reading and explains how it is different from Balanced Literacy or whole language methods. She describes how the 5 pillars are critical to effectively teaching students HOW to read.
Listen to this episode to deepen your understanding and application of evidence-based literacy strategies.
Teddy Roop, PhD.
Associate Professor
Emporia State University
Kristi Becker Yulich
4th Grade Teacher
Topeka Logan Elementary
Hailey Elaine Couch
Elementary Instructional Coach
Norman Public Schools
Season 9, Episode 6 - March 27, 2024
Teachers Inspire and Change Lives: Empowering the Educator Within
Kristi Becker Yulich, 4th-grade teacher and 2022 recipient of the Milken Educator Award, and Hailey Elaine Couch, Elementary Instructional Coach and 2018 recipient of the Milken Educator Award, share what they've been inspired to do in their classroom. They challenge other educators to be 10% bolder in impacting education in their communities and share strategies. You will be inspired to find the light in your school and celebrate education.
Season 9, Episode 5 - March 13, 2024
Engaging Students By Making Learning FUN!
Jessica Gazzano, art teacher and member of the 2023 Kansas Teacher of the Year team, and Cooper Allison, 6th grade ELA teacher and 2023 Kansas Horizon Award recipient, share about how they use enthusiasm and fun to engage students. Both are middle school-level teachers who want to inspire fellow educators to bring fun into the classroom.
Jessica Gazzano
Art Teacher
Woodland Spring Middle School
Cooper Allison
ELA and Journalism Teacher
Woodland Spring Middle School
Season 9, Episode 4 - February 28, 2024
Strategies and Stories from the 2024 Kansas Teacher of the Year Team
This team of outstanding teachers traveled the state during the 2023 - 24 school year sharing ideas and information with educators. While visiting Emporia State University, the team shared stories and strategies they found successful in the classroom.
Regional Finalists:
CHERRYL DELACRUZ | GRETCHEN ELLIOTT | JOANNA FARMER | MELISSA HANEY | ERIN PITTENGER | MICHELLE TAPKO | FONDA TELTHORST
Season 9, Episode 3 - February 14, 2024
QUEST: Steps to Teaching Digital Literacy In Any Content Area
Dr. Beth Dobler, Professor at Emporia State University, leads us on a QUEST into the realm of digital literacy, exploring its integration with project-based learning and envisioning its future in education. Join us as we unravel the acronym and delve into each element.
**Q - Question: Empower students to develop strong questioning skills as they embark on inquiry-driven research projects.
**U - Understanding: Having students understand what they read is necessary to move beyond gathering facts.
**E - Evaluate: Become a healthy skeptic in the digital age. Explore strategies for evaluating online information, utilizing resources like Britannica's Curiosity, and empowering students to discern reliable sources from misinformation.
**S - Synthesizing: Delve into the art of synthesizing information. Learn how students can decide what is crucial and compose their learnings into coherent narratives.
**T - Transforming: Uncover the CHOMP method for transforming knowledge into action. Explore how students can share their insights with others, creating a collaborative and dynamic learning environment.
We'll also break down QUEST into its parts, providing practical examples of teaching strategies that align with each component.
Beth Dobler, PhD.
Professor
Emporia State University
Season 9, Episode 2 - January 31, 2024
Part 2 The Dark Side of Motivation: Controlling Teaching
Join the ongoing dialogue with Dr. Jenny Moss, Assistant Professor of Psychology at Emporia State University, as she delves into the nuances of how controlling behaviors from teachers impact students. Gain insights into recognizing genuine learning involvement versus mere compliance. Discover strategies to steer clear of detrimental motivation pitfalls and controlling teaching behaviors. This episode invites you to envision a classroom atmosphere that enhances students' intrinsic motivation, offering a fresh perspective on fostering genuine educational engagement.
Jenny Moss, PhD
Assistant Professor of Psychology at Emporia State University
Jenny Moss, PhD
Assistant Professor of Psychology at Emporia State University
Season 9, Episode 1 - January 17, 2024
Controlling Teaching: The Dark Side of Motivation
Dr. Jenny Moss, Assistant Professor of Psychology at Emporia State University, shares examples to improve student engagement by providing more autonomy. Teachers want to avoid the dark side of motivation, and controlling teaching behaviors. In this episode, you can learn things you might be doing in the classroom, without realizing it, that inhibit student autonomy.
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