The Teachers' Talkin' podcast is hosted by Dustin Tatroe and Ghazali Abdul Wahab. This podcast is for teachers, educators, parents, or anyone interested in education. We discuss all things education & teaching from innovative teaching methods to challenges to strategies and much much more. This is a discussion or round table based podcast where we will bring in educators from around the world to talk about a variety of e ...
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In this episode Dustin and Ghazali talk to Toni Rose Deanon, who hosts the Modern Classrooms Project and does Community Engagement for MCP, as they focus on the overarching question "How can a self-pacing model support teachers and students in finding more success than the traditional method of teaching?" Toni Rose (they/them) has been an educator since 2010 with experiences ranging from MS English Teacher, Adult ESL Teacher, and Instructional Coach for Technology. Toni Rose strives to be the educator they never had growing up, so they focus on anti-bias, anti-racist work and aspire to create a brave space for everyone around them. As a queer Filipinx, they understand the importance of being represented, valued and feeling a sense of belonging. Toni Rose navigates this life with the curiosity of a 6-year old and a nonchalant don’t-give-a-f*ck attitude like a 90 year-old. If it doesn’t bring them joy, it’s a no for them. To stay grounded and at peace, they practice yoga, write, get lost in stories, and go on 3-mile walks / runs with their dogs in nature. For funsies, they like to pretend they’re so much better on rollerskates than they really are. Because they can’t sit still - thanks to their neurodivergence - home is wherever they are with their two dogs, exploring all parts of the world. To learn more about the Modern Classrooms Project and to engage with other teachers and implementors of the model, access any of the following links (all discussed in the episode): free course: https://learn.modernclassrooms.org/ scholarships: https://www.modernclassrooms.org/open-opportunities podcast: https://podcast.modernclassrooms.org/ FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/modernclassrooms
In this episode Dustin and Ghazali talk to Dean Marolla, a former teacher and principal as they focus on the overarching question "How can school leaders effectively navigate the challenges and opportunities in education to foster a culture of growth and success?" Dean is a retired educator with over 35 years of experience as a middle and high school math teacher, assistant principal, and school principal. He worked in New York and a variety of schools California. He has traditionally worked in underserved communities and has both built schools from the ground up as well as helping turn schools around. He has mentored numerous educators who have moved on to become assistant principals, principals, and even higher up in education. Dean brings a wealth of knowledge all around school leadership and being student centered, talking about what worked for him as he lead multiple successful schools.
In this podcast crossover episode, Teachers' Talkin' about Helping Teachers Thrive, Dustin and Ghazali partner with Tem Ezimokhai to discuss the overarching question "How can educators effectively assess student learning to support their progress and growth?" Since embarking on her teaching journey in 2009, Tem has been on a mission to empower students to reach their fullest potential. Specialising as a Secondary Physical Education Teacher, Tem also has experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) as a class teacher in an SEN provision. With an unwavering commitment to helping students become the best versions of themselves, Tem believes in the power of education to shape not just academic prowess, but character and resilience. Having mentored numerous teachers throughout her career, she is not only shaping young minds but also nurturing the growth of those who guide them. Check out her podcast Helping Teachers Thrive. Episode Links: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/helping-teachers-thrive/id1681843058 https://www.patreon.com/masteringteaching https://teachertutor.co/ https://dot.cards/teachertutor
In this episode Dustin and Ghazali talk with Ryan Nicholas Leong Wei Ren about the overarching question: How can educators prioritize and support student well-being in the classroom and beyond? Ryan is Singapore’s first GENIUS Generation Youth Coach, and Top Youth Coach of the Year 2024 (awarded by the IAOTP, International Association of Top Professionals). He evolves youth to stretch their career dreams, making them irresistibly attractive for their dream jobs of the 21st Century. He is also a Flow Consultant, Design Thinking Specialist and Worldbuilding Educator. Get inspired by Ryan’s game-changing track record at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanleongweiren/
In this episode Dustin and Ghazali talk with Cecilia Alcaraz about the overarching question: How can educators empower students and involve them in decision-making processes? We focus on why it's important and how to give students voice and agency both in their classroom and school community. Cecilia is a Dean of Students at a high school in Chicago and has spent the bulk of her career in education supporting students and building strong culture in partnership with them.