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Episode 143: Shortcast - Episode 2: Rolling Out the Model

Listen to the full episode here Kareem and Zach are joined by Monte Woodard, a middle school Science Teacher and Modern Classrooms implementer, to discuss rolling out the model and introducing students and families to the Modern Classrooms approach Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog Show Notes: Some Pacing Tracker Exemplars: (Click these to make a copy of your own to experiment on) "Simple" (presentation) Style Spreadsheet Sytle The Modern Classrooms Project The Modern Classrooms Online Course The course is free to complete, and you can upgrade to a paid membership to participate in our Mentorship Program. Follow us: You can follow Monte's work at Periodically Science Facebook Twitter: Monte: @countofmontee Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 Zach: @zpdiamondSpecial Guest: Monte Woodard.

Jun 11, 202313 min

Episode 142: Shortcast: Highlights from Episode 1

Listen to the full episode here Modern Classrooms Project co-founder and Executive Director Kareem Farah, and Modern Classroom Mentor Zach Diamond, discuss the origins of their instructional model as well as their experiences implementing it. Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog Show Notes: The Modern Classrooms Project Kareem's Article on the Lecture Bottleneck The Modern Classrooms Online Course The course is free to complete, and you can upgrade to a paid membership to participate in our Mentorship Program. Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Jun 4, 202316 min

Episode 141: Teacher Reflection

Monte is joined by Chris Isip to talk about reflecting on one's own teaching practices in order to grow and improve. Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog Show Notes Info on MCP Webinars and Scholarships Lindsay Stirling The Piano Guys Josh Vietti A whole host of links from Chris! Including where you can find/follow him online, as well as some excellent crossover classical music! Twitter @Mister_Isip Teacher website Violin lesson 1.1 edPuzzle O Canada for 4 violins Rap: Ashlye - Lost Souls Pop: Chris Strazz - Heartbreak Theatre Overdue Album Sights & Sounds: Introduction to ear training and sight reading for the examining string player: For Violin University of Toronto: Research on Music Performance Anxiety in Child & Adolescent Music Students Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Chris Isip.

May 28, 202337 min

Episode 140: Responsive Teaching and Data Collection

Monte is joined by Melissa Stagg to discuss working with neurodivergent students, responsive to student needs, and using data to modify and inform the practice of teaching. Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog Show Notes MCP Podcast Episode 125: Neurodivergence Grading for Equity Molded Cookies! Links from Melissa: Kitchen Vixen The Springerle Baker Sweet Impressions Connect with Melissa: Twitter: @StaggMelissa Instagram: @mellystagg LinkedIn Information on MCP Webinars and Scholarships Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Melissa Stagg.

May 21, 20231h 0m

Episode 139: Teacher and Learner Reflection Practices

Toni Rose is joined by Avery Balasbas to discuss the value of self reflection practices both for teachers and learners, as well as ways to facilitate student reflection in a Modern Classroom. Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog Show Notes More info on MCP Webinars and Scholarships Nearpod Pin@y Educational Partnerships (PEP) Avery’s Classroom Video Connect with and follow Avery: Instagram Wine Thursday Podcast Avery's Blog Avery's Website Twitch YouTube Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Avery Balasbas.

May 14, 202351 min

Episode 138: La Revisión y las Pruebas de Dominio

For this episode entirely in Spanish, Zach is joined by Marlene Tapia Garcia to explain the MCP model and discuss how mastery checks facilitate revision in a self-paced class. English-Language recap of this episode is available on the Modern Classrooms Project blog Lea un resumen de este episodio en el blog del Proyecto Modern Classrooms Show Notes Información sobre MCP Webinars y becas El rastreador que usa Zach (versión anónima) Información sobre la certificación Distinguished Modern Classrooms Educator Enviarle correo electrónico a Marlene al: [email protected] Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Marlene Tapia-Garcia.

May 7, 202359 min

Episode 137: Going School-Wide with MCP

Zach is joined by Maureen Delgado, the principal at Clinton Elementary School in Chicago, to talk about how she is rolling out the model to her entire school. Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog Show Notes More info on MCP Webinars and Scholarships Edutopia videos profiling MCP: High School and Elementary School The Grid Method Email Maureen at [mailto:[email protected]]([email protected]) Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Apr 30, 202342 min

Episode 136: Formative

Guest host Monte Woodard is joined by Carlo Schmidt, Director of Product at Formative, to talk about the platform, its features, and some interesting use cases. Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog Show Notes Formative Previous episodes of the MCP Podcast with Monte: Episode 2: Rolling Out the Model Episode 45: The Mentor Experience Episode 47: Lesson Classifications in a Modern Classroom Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Apr 23, 202335 min

Episode 135: Stories from a Baltimore City Educator

Toni Rose is joined by Wyatt Oroke to discuss his teaching career in Baltimore City. Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog. Show Notes More info on MCP Webinars and Scholarships [Teacher Mentorship Program Scholarship Opportunities](https://www.modernclassrooms.org/open-opportunities [D. Watkins](https://d-watkins.com/) [The Baltimore Banner](https://www.thebaltimorebanner.com/) Follow Wyatt on Instagram and Twitter Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Wyatt Oroke.

Apr 16, 202350 min

Episode 134: Building and Supporting Communities

Toni Rose is joined by Ashley Kearney to talk about connecting with, building, and supporting school communities. Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog. Show Notes More info on MCP Webinars and Scholarships [Teacher Mentorship Program Scholarship Opportunities](https://www.modernclassrooms.org/open-opportunities Connect with Ashley on Twitter @ashleyckearney and LinkedIn at ashleyckearney Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Ashley Kearney.

Apr 9, 202355 min

Episode 133: Providing Effective Feedback

Zach is joined by Jerod Brown and Dan Ronchak to discuss strategies for providing effective feedback as well as ways that a Modern Classroom can be conducive to providing targeted feedback. Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog. Show Notes More info on MCP Webinars and Scholarships Edutopia videos profiling MCP: High School and Elementary School MCP Podcast episodes featuring Shane Donovan: Episode 5: Metacognition and Reflection (Part II) Episode 57: Implementing MCP in AP Courses Mote Edpuzzle Screencastify Connect with Jerod on Twitter @JerodBrown_ and email Dan at [email protected] Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Apr 2, 202352 min

Episode 132: Universal Design for Learning and MCP

Zach is joined by Devin Schrock to discuss Universal Design for Learning and the many ways it is evident in the MCP model. Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog Show Notes More info on MCP Webinars and Scholarships, as well as our special invite-only session! Universal Design for Learning The UDL Guidelines from CAST.org The Myth of Average: Todd Rose at TEDxSonomaCounty Unlearning by Katie Novak Would you Rather (Katie Novak) The Writing Revolution Headphone splitters MCP Tutorial on Adding Subtitles to Instructional Videos Email Devin at [email protected] Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Mar 26, 202352 min

Episode 131: Implementing MCP at an Independent School

Zach is joined by Carmen Welton to discuss her experience teaching at an independent boarding school and the advantages and disadvantages of implementing the MCP model in that context. Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog. Show Notes More info on MCP Webinars and Scholarships, as well as our special invite-only session! Cult of Pedagogy podcast episodes featuring MCP: How to Create a Self-Paced Classroom Everything You Need To Know About Building a Great Screencast Video Setting Up Mastery Based Grading in Your Classroom National Association of Independent Schools resources: What are Independent Private Schools? The Independent School Advantage MCP Podcast Episode 114: World Language Acquisition with Xiaomin Sun ACTFL Foreign Language Standards Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Mar 19, 20231h 4m

Episode 130: Teacher Collaboration - How to Lead a PLC about MCP at Your School

Toni Rose is joined by Whitnei Moore and Andrea Kowalski to talk about the MCP PLC they've developed at their school. Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog. Show Notes More info on MCP Webinars and Scholarships, as well as our special invite-only session! More info on MCP PLCs Connect with Andrea and Whitnei: Email Andrea at [email protected] Email Whitnei at [email protected] Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Mar 12, 202332 min

Episode 129: Teacher Collaboration

Zach is joined by Brook Lee and Rick Smith, two members of a 6th grade math teaching team, to talk about working with other teachers (who may or may not implement the MCP model) to collaboratively develop curriculum and instruction. Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog. Show Notes More info on MCP Webinars and Scholarships Virtual Nerd Khan Academy Brain Pop Math XL Email Brook at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected] Email Rick at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected] Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Mar 5, 202356 min

Episode 128: Culturally Sensitive and Sustaining Teaching

Toni Rose is joined by Liz Kleinrock to speak about her work in the area of Anti-Bias and Anti-Racist teaching. Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog. Show Notes More info on MCP Webinars and Scholarships Teach and Transform (Liz’s website) Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum and her book “Why Are All The Black Kids Sitting Together In the Cafeteria?” Liz’s book “Start Here, Start Now: A Guide to Antibias and Antiracist Work in Your School Community” Connect with Liz on Instagram @teachandtransform The Vigil M3gan Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Feb 26, 202344 min

Episode 127: Supporting Deaf and Hard of Hearing Communities

Toni Rose is joined by Tiffany Dreher to discuss how educators can support learners who are deaf and hard of hearing. Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog. Watch this episode of the MCP Podcast on video! Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Feb 19, 20231h 1m

Episode 126: English Learners Success Forum

Toni Rose is joined by Rebecca Castellanos of the English Learners Success Form to talk about strategies and approaches to working with multilingual learners and learners who speak different languages in the classroom. Show Notes More info on MCP Webinars and Scholarships Sign-up to the waitlist for the MCP Virtual Mentorship Program English Learner Success Forum Browse ELSF Resources The Modern Classrooms tutorial on adding subtitles to instructional videos Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Feb 12, 202349 min

Episode 125: Neurodivergence

Toni Rose is joined by Melody Maitland to discuss ways in which she approaches education through the lens of universal design for all learners and acknowledging every student's abilities in their educational journey. Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog. Show Notes More info on MCP Webinars and Scholarships Universal Design for Learning Email Melody at [email protected] or [email protected] Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Feb 5, 202350 min

Episode 124: Grading for Equity

Toni Rose is joined by Megan Leich to discuss her philosophy on and approaches to grades, grading, and assessment. Show Notes More info on MCP Webinars and Scholarships Cult of Pedagogy episodes featuring MCP: Everything You Need To Know About Building A Great Screencast Video How to Create a Self-Paced Classroom Setting up Mastery-Based Grading in your Classroom Megan's ESRN grading scale (based on Robert Talbert’s EMRN scale): E: Excellent Student’s submission goes beyond satisfactory requirements in a measurable way I provide examples of what that could look like (including additional skills in a project, going deeper into a topic, etc - it depends on what the assessment and standards/outcomes are) S: Satisfactory Student’s submission meets the standards/requirements Revision is optional R: Revise Some part of the submission doesn’t meet the requirements yet Revision is required N: Not Accessable The submission can’t be assessed for some reason (it’s not submitted, it’s not shared correctly, it’s missing a section, etc) Revision is required Resources from Megan (a short selection, many of which she mentioned on the episode): Hacking Assessment (Starr Sackstein) Ungrading (Susan Blum, editor) Grading for Equity (Joe Feldman) Specifications Grading (Linda Nilson) Grading for Growth Blog Other folks to follow: Courtney Sobers (Rutgers University) Clarissa Sorensen-Unruh (Central New Mexico Community College) Matt Townsley (University of N. Iowa) Email Megan at [email protected] Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Jan 29, 20231h 1m

Episode 123: Goal Setting

Zach is joined by Stephanie Howell to talk about different ways teachers can scaffold student goal setting and ways we can support our students in keeping themselves accountable to their goals. Show Notes More info on MCP Webinars and Scholarships Stephanie’s “Goal Getters” resource (many resources included within) Cult of Pedagogy Podcasts Everything You Need To Know About Building A Great Screencast Video How to Create a Self-Paced Classroom Setting up Mastery-Based Grading in your Classroom SMART Goals MCP Do Now's Autocrat Docappender Eduprotocols - Fast and Curious Quizziz Kahoot Gimkit Edulastic Stephanie’s Data Binder MCP Podcast episode with Lydia Crush on Metacognition and Reflection Get in touch with Stephanie! On Twitter @mrshowell24 Email Stephanie at [email protected] Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Jan 22, 202352 min

Episode 122: Going School-Wide with MCP

Toni Rose is joined by Crystal Deaver, principal of the Game Development Design School at Burleson ISD, to talk about how she pioneered and continues to lead a fully-MCP school. Show Notes More info on MCP Webinars and Scholarships The Game Development Design School at Burleson ISD (also on Twitter @GDDSchool) The Modern Classrooms Project: Survey Results for the 2019-20 School Year - results of Johns Hopkins study on MCP Email Crystal at [email protected]] or follow her on Twitter at @crysdeav Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Jan 15, 20231h 0m

Episode 121: Student Feedback on the MCP Model

Toni Rose is joined by Ronda Cosby, principal of Grace M. James Academy of Excellence, as well as five of her 7th grade students, to give their perspective on being middle schoolers in Modern Classrooms. Show Notes More info on MCP Webinars and Scholarships Grace M. James Academy of Excellence Edutopia videos featuring MCP: High School and Elementary School Email Ms. Cosby at [[email protected]]([email protected]) Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Jan 8, 202349 min

Episode 120: Guided Self-Paced Learning

Toni Rose is joined by Joe Manfre to discuss the approaches and strategies he uses to guide his students in their self-paced learning and to personalize feedback to their unique learning experiences. Show Notes More info on MCP Webinars and Scholarships Making the Transition from Dependent to Independent Learning Retrieval Practice: MCP Podcast and Webinar The Cornell Note Taking System Follow Joe on Twitter and Instagram @mathmanfre Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Dec 25, 202245 min

Episode 119: Metacognition and Reflection (Part II)

Zach is joined by an all-star teaching team from the International School of Kenya to continue the discussion on metacognition and reflection, in particular focusing on several of the incredible tools this team has developed for implementing metacognitive and reflective routines in their classes. Show Notes More info on MCP Webinars and Scholarships MCP Podcast Episode 117: Metacognition and Reflection Pt. 1 (with Lydia Crush) International School of Kenya The CAR Guide (Choose, Act, Reflect) Casey and Matilda’s CAR Guide Amy’s CAR Guide Brandy’s CAR Guide for 6th grade Daily Learning Intention at the start of the day The Mario Minute at the end of the day (modified from: The MARIO Framework). Designing PBL to Reduce Cognitive Load (from John Spencer’s Creative Classroom podcast) Youth by Youth (the basis for Amy’s Metacognitive 360) Melanie Meehan: The Two Writing Teachers blog On Cult of Pedagogy MCP Podcast Episodes on Collaboration: MCP Podcast Episode 10: Planning for Full Group Collaborative Activities MCP Podcast Episode 11: Planning for Organic Collaboration MCP Podcast Episode 108: Collaboration and Community (with Catlin Tucker) MCP Podcast Episode 110: Student Collaboration MCP Podcast Episode 112: Adult Collaboration The Collaboration Bank: Amy’s digital Collab Bank Brandy’s paper-based Collab Bank Each unit begins with a collaborative tone setting like this. Episodes of the MCP Podcast with Shane Donovan: MCP Podcast Episode 5: Supporting Disengaged Students MCP Podcast Episode 57: Implementing MCP in AP Courses Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Dec 18, 20221h 15m

Episode 118: Inquiry-Based Learning

Toni Rose is joined by Jim Hall to talk about how they implement MCP in an inquiry-based IB science class. Show Notes Jim's Tea Cabinet Edutopia videos profiling MCP: High School and Elementary School The Five-E Model for inquiry-based learning Follow Jim on Twitter @chemhall and Instagram @chemhall, and email them at [email protected] Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Dec 11, 202241 min

Episode 117: Metacognition and Reflection (Part I)

Zach is joined by Lydia Crush to talk about their philosophy toward metacognition and reflection in their ESL Geography class, as well as how they use the MCP model to facilitate and promote metacognitive and reflective thinking. Show Notes More info on MCP Webinars and Scholarships Cult of Pedagogy articles and podcasts featuring MCP: How to Create a Self-Paced Classroom Everything You Need To Know About Building a Great Screencast Video CoP Podcast: Setting Up Mastery Based Grading in Your Classroom Lydia’s public tracker One of Lydia’s individual trackers: Unit 3 Individual Tracker & Checklist Lydia’s goal setting form (daily do now) Lydia’s End of Unit Reflection MCP Learner Check-in Tracker (and a video explaining it) Email Lydia at [email protected] Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Dec 4, 202254 min

Episode 116: EduGals, with Rachel Johnson

Toni Rose is joined by Rachel Johnson of Edugals to talk about educational technology and blended learning, motivation, and working with teachers to implement new models and techniques. Show Notes More info on MCP Webinars and Scholarships EduGals: Website Podcast Youtube Todoist Education Podcast Network Jamboard Explain Everything Screencastify UDL Guidelines Learner Variability Navigator Connect with Rachel and EduGals: Email Edugals: [email protected] Follow Edugals on Twitter @edugals Email Rachel: [email protected] Follow Rachel on Twitter @dr_r_johnson Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Nov 27, 202249 min

Episode 115: Retrieval Practice, with Dr. Pooja Agarwal

Toni Rose is joined by Dr. Pooja Agarwal to discuss the benefits of retrieval practice, including several strategies and resources. Show Notes More info on MCP Webinars and Scholarships Dr. Agarwal’s book, Powerful Teaching More from Dr. Agarwal at her website poojaagarwal.com Berklee College of Music Dr. Agarwal's website with more resources for retrieval practice Follow Dr. Agarwal on Twitter @retrievelearn Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Nov 20, 202220 min

Episode 114: World Language Acquisition

Zach is joined by Xiaomin Sun, a middle school Chinese teacher and collegue at DC International school, to talk about how he uses the MCP model to develop language skills as well as foster more personal connections with his students. Show Notes More info on MCP Webinars and Scholarships Becoming, by Michelle Obama (in English and Chinese) Making Thinking Visual See, Think, Wonder See, Think, Me, We Parlay Ideas Edpuzzle Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Nov 13, 202259 min

Episode 113: Motivation

Zach is joined by Jennifer Stephens to discuss student motivation: the reasons why students may be unmotivated, ways we can motivate them extrinsically and intrinsically, as well as how we can leverage the MCP model to help motivate our students. Show Notes MCP Webinars MCP Scholarships Episode 43 of the MCP Podcast on Motivation Google Sites (and the MCP Tutorial on using it!) Jamboard Intrinsic and Extrinsic motivation Email Jennifer at [email protected] Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Nov 6, 202244 min

Episode 112: Adult Collaboration

Toni Rose is joined by April Williamson to talk about how she encouraged meaningful collaboration among teachers as a colleague and instructional coach. Show Notes MCP Webinars Connect with April on LinkedIn and follow Digital Promise, the organization where she's working currently, on Twitter and Instagram @digitalpromise Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Oct 30, 202253 min

Episode 111: HS Media Production

Zach is joined by Afton Dean to talk about how she used the model in her high school Media Production class and about using the model in creative, project-based classes more generally. Show Notes Q&A Webinar Registration Link FB Group Final Cut Pro Adobe Premier CNN10 Flip (formerly Flipgrid) Loom Nearpod Edpuzzle MCP Subtitling Tutorial Screencastify Email Afton at [email protected]** Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Oct 23, 202245 min

Episode 110: Student Collaboration

Toni Rose is joined by Arpan Chokshi, who explains how he encourages and facilitates student collaboration in his AP Macroeconomics class and shares some excellent tips and activities. Show Notes Supporting Instructional Improvement and Innovation Webinar for Admin and School Leaders MCP Webinars Scholarship Regions The MCP Edutopia video Arpan mentions, and MCP's new Edutopia profile featuring elementary classrooms Kagan Cooperative Learning Structures Lev Vygotsky's Zone of Proximal Development Check out Arpan's website and connect with him on Twitter @mrchokshi Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Oct 16, 202257 min

Episode 109: LGBTQ+ Allyship and Activism

Toni Rose is joined by Christina Feldmann to talk about how teachers can support LGBTQ+ students. This episode contains discussions of suicide and domestic violence, which may be traumatizing for some listeners. Show Notes Gay Lesbian Straight Educational Network Best Practices for Serving LGBTQ Students Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Oct 9, 20221h 6m

Episode 108: Collaboration and Community with Catlin Tucker

Catlin Tucker returns to the podcast to chat with Toni Rose about authentic collaboration and building classroom community. Join us for upcoming webinars and meetups: Screencastify Webinar, October 12 at 6:30pm ET Monthly Meetup, October 12 at 7pm ET Show Notes Flip (formerly Flipgrid) Project Zero Thinking Routines Parlay Ideas Catlin’s blog post on collaboration while socially distancing Canva Catlin’s SEL Series The Casel Framework Catlin’s podcast episode with her graduate students Freyer models The 4 C’s of 21st century learning (blog post by Catlin) Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Oct 6, 202259 min

Episode 107: Updates and Q&A

Toni Rose and Zach have some MCP updates for you, after which we tackle some great listener questions! Remember you can email us questions at [email protected] Show Notes October Updates from MCP! Oct. 1: DMCE applications Once you become DMCE, we have monthly meet ups. Oct. 17: Start of our school year virtual mentorship program School site visits: The Twin Cities, Tulsa, Louisville, and Chicago Webinars: 10/12: Using Screencastify in the Modern Classroom @6:30pm EST Meetup: 10/12: Implementer Virtual Meetup @7pm EST Twitter Chat: 10/5 at 7pm EST - always the first Wednesday of the month DMCE webinar More Information on becoming a Distinguished Modern Classrooms Educator Enroll in the October cohort of the Virtual Mentorship Program Screencastify MCP Webinars Learner Daily Check In Tracker You can now create a copy of this resource by clicking here! Bloom’s Taxonomy Explain Everything Explain Everything Webinar Modern Classrooms Webinars Explain Everything Tutorial Edutopia videos some MCP teachers use for BTSN: Middle/High School Elementary School Email Toni Rose for info on presenting MCP at you school or at conferences [Information on MCP PLCs](https://www.modernclassrooms.org/plcs Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Sep 25, 202247 min

Episode 106: Routines, Procedures, and Scaffolding with Kindergarteners

Toni Rose is joined by Olivia Hotchkin to talk about how she implements MCP in her Kindergarten (and now 1st grade) classes, diving deep on the routines and procedures she uses to model and scaffold for students. Show Notes Edpuzzle (and MCP's Edpuzzle Tutorial) Michael Heggerty Phonemic Awareness Hubbard's Cupboard Class Dojo Plicker Email Olivia at [email protected] Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Sep 18, 20221h 1m

Episode 105: Implementing in AP Physics

Toni Rose is joined by Becca Shea to talk about using implementing the model in an AP (Advanced Placement) setting. Show Notes Cult of Pedagogy podcasts featuring MCP Everything You Need To Know About Building a Great Screencast Video How To Create a Self-Paced Classroom Setting Up Mastery-Based Grading In Your Classroom Connect with Becca on Instagram and Twitter at @sheavillephys Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Sep 11, 202244 min

Episode 104: Routines and Procedures with Catlin Tucker

Kareem is joined by Catlin Tucker to talk about classroom routines and procedures. Show Notes Follow Catlin Online: On Twitter @Catlin_Tucker On Instagram @catlintucker Modern Classrooms Do Nows - Edutopia Kate Gaskill's Discussion Bags Routine The Eisenhower Matrix (Urgent/Important Matrix) Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Sep 4, 202248 min

Episode 103: Ditch That Textbook, with Matt Miller

Toni Rose is joined by Matt Miller of Ditch That Textbook, who shares some tips for teachers as well as his insight on teaching creatively, LMS organization, and building relationships with students. Show Notes Click here to register for our September 15th workshop on becoming a Distinguished Modern Classrooms Educator! Ditch That Textbook Relationship Builders at Ditch That Textbook Do More with Google Classroom Alice Keeler Microsoft Immersive Reader Flip (formerly Flipgrid) SEL Do Nows: Toni Rose's SEL Do Now Toni Rose's virtual SEL Do Now Edutopia article on MCP SEL Do Nows Follow Matt on Twitter @jmattmiller and TikTok @ditchthattextbook getmattsstuff.com - free ebook, newsletter Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Aug 28, 20221h 2m

Episode 102: Elementary Science

Zach is joined by Hilary Stover to talk about how she implements the model in her elementary science class, including how she transitions into the science block, how she has students conduct experiments, and how she incorporates science demonstrations. Show Notes: Accelerate Curriculum Hilary's pacing trackers: Hilary's public trackers for all subjects Science Math ELA Writing Workshop Social Studies Sound Wands (Hilary uses them for transitioning/grabbing attention) Generation Genius Steam Design Challenges Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Aug 21, 202248 min

Episode 101: Planning and Implementing with a Teaching Team

Toni Rose is joined by Theresa Benedetto, Laurie Hutchinson, and Stephanie Peel, to talk about planning and implementing the model side-by-side as a team. Show Notes The Edutopia Videos on the model and highlighting elementary implementation Connect with Theresa, Laurie, and Steph on Twitter: @theresa_bene @lauriegus @mspeeleng2 Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Aug 14, 202256 min

Episode 100 with Catlin Tucker

In the kickoff episode for Season Two, Kareem is joined by Catlin Tucker to talk about addressing issues and innovating in the world of education. Show Notes Catlin Tucker Follow Catlin on Twitter and Instagram Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Aug 7, 202244 min

Episode 99: Black Girls Teach

Toni Rose is joined by Deidra Fogarty about the experiences that led her to found the Black Girls Teach, and how those experiences inform the professional development her organization provides. Show Notes Black Girls Teach Connect with Deidra: Black Girls Teach on Instagram: @blackgirlsteach Deidra on Instagram: @teachmedee Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Jul 31, 202259 min

Episode 98: From the Archive - Episode 66: Partnership Feature - Lynn Public Schools

Toni Rose is joined by Michael Molnar, of Lynn Public Schools, to talk about how the district's partnership with MCP came to be, how it's implemented, and what may be to come. Show Notes Cult of Pedagogy Podcast episode on screencasting with Kareem The Original MCP Edutopia Video Michael referenced (also, check out MCP's new video with Edutopia!) Distinguished Modern Classrooms Educator Credential Edpuzzle (and MCP tutorial) MCP Podcast episode on Emergent Bilinguals Follow us online and learn more: Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Jul 24, 202245 min

Episode 97: Supporting Modern Classrooms Teachers

Toni Rose is joined by Matt Hickson, Modern Classrooms' Director of Partner Transformation and former principal, to talk about how administrators and district leaders can support teachers who are implementing Modern Classrooms. Outline and Show Notes Meet Matt Ignite! Online Academy Supporting Teachers as an MCP Principal Maintaining A Positive Culture Ignite Online Academy Podcast (Apple Podcasts Link) Challenges Supporting MCP Teachers Flip (formerly Flipgrid) Teacher Observations and Evaluations Tips and Suggestions for Administrators Information on DMCE and DMCA (Distinguished Modern Classrooms Advocate credential for administrators (additional info here) Connect with Matt: Email Matt: [email protected] Follow Matt on Twitter @mrhickson120 Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Jul 17, 202242 min

We're taking the week off!

We're taking the week off! Check back next week for a brand new episode, and make sure to check out our episodes in the coming weeks as we launch Season Two of the Modern Classrooms Project Podcast. Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] Send us an audio note and we'll include it on a future episode! Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Jul 10, 20221 min

Episode 96: From the Archive - Episode 35: Coaching Teachers in Modern Classrooms

In this episode, we hear from Lisa Doty and Jamie Forshey, two educators who coach and support teachers in their school districts who are implementing the Modern Classroom instructional model. Show Notes Virtual Mentorship Program Screencast-o-Matic and Modern Classroom tutorial Modern Classroom resources Modern Classroom webinars School and District partnerships, including Expert Consultation sessions Making Thinking Visible by Ron Ritchhart, Mark Church, Karin Morrison and Lisa’s infographics: Chalk Talk Connect-Extend-Challenge Micro lab protocol See, Think, Wonder I used to think... Now I think Follow us online and learn more: Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Kate: @gaskill_teacher on Twitter [The Modern Classroom Project](www.modernclassrooms.org) [Modern Classrooms Online Course](learn.modernclassrooms.org) Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! Editing and music by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Jul 3, 202245 min

Episode 95: From the Archive - Episode 10: Planning for Full-Group Collaborative Activities

New for Summer 2022 - ISTE Meetup! Toni Rose will be at ISTE in New Orleans from 6/26/2022 to 6/29/2022! If you're attending, please fill out this form so she can schedule an in-person MCP meetup. In episode 10, we begin a two-episode series on collaboration; this week's episode focuses on pre-planned full group activities like labs and seminars, and we discuss ways teachers can manage these collaborative activities in a self-paced, mastery based class. Show Notes Sign up for Office Hours, every Tuesday with Modern Classrooms Guide to collaboration in a Modern Classroom Edutopia video featuring Kate and Kareem Farah Tech tools we mention: Kahoot Peardeck Parlay Ideas and our tutorial Remind and our tutorial More resources for distance learning from Modern Classrooms Daily Do Now check-in (tailored for distance learning through Google Forms) Emily refers this in the episode as the "weather check Do Now" Resources for Student Input in Teacher-Created Groups Example of a breakout-room deliverable Sign up for our November 12th Webinar on Collaboration in a Modern Classroom Follow us online and learn more: Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Kate: @gaskill_teacher on Twitter Zach: @zpdiamond on Twitter [The Modern Classroom Project](www.modernclassrooms.org) [Modern Classrooms Online Course](learn.modernclassrooms.org) Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!

Jun 26, 202246 min