Behind the Magic of Disney Education
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher
Release Date: 12/19/2019
The IEP Journey: The Heart of Special Education Planning
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher
In today's episode, we sit down with Stephanie DeLussey, a dual-certified veteran special education teacher, IEP coach, and author of the upcoming book "The Intentional IEP." Stephanie shares her unique insights into the often daunting process of writing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). She emphasizes the importance of collaboration between parents and teachers, and offers practical tips to make the IEP process more effective and less stressful for everyone involved. Read the full transcript and show notes at: Sponsor: This show is sponsored by Microsoft. Check out their . All...
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Encouragement in Education: Why It's More Crucial Now Than Ever
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher
In this uplifting episode, we're joined by Todd Nesloney, a seasoned educator and advocate for authentic leadership in schools. If you've ever questioned your worth or impact as an educator, this conversation is a must-listen. Todd delves into the transformative power of vulnerability, the importance of emotional intelligence, and why every single person in a school setting is a leader in their own right—offering actionable insights that could reignite your passion for teaching. Read the full transcript; show notes: Sponsor: This show is sponsored by Microsoft. Check out their ....
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The Future is Now: Preparing Our Youngest Scholars for a Digital World
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher
to technology can help children develop digital literacy skills. But it stands to reason that we must help students know how to effectively use these tools so they do not hinder and that they help But do they know how to use technology effectively? And how much is too much? , and overuse can hold students back. Use should be appropriate, tied to classroom content areas, and guided. concerned about too much screen time for littles, they have a valid concern. And especially with littles, the time should be limited. Debbie Tannenbaum gives us guidance on the practical, balanced use of...
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Project-based Learning with A.I. and Improving Friendships
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher
Project based learning can be enhanced using AI tools in this unique way that has students do comparative tasks as they compare their work and that done by ChatGPT. In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative world of project-based learning! Our special guest, Or-Tal Kiriati from Tel Aviv, Israel, shares her innovative approach to integrating artificial intelligence and human experiences into multidisciplinary projects. From exploring the duality of human nature through literature (and a super amazing way to teach Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde) to teaching friendship skills in a...
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How to Use Data Driven Instruction in the Classroom
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher
Today we'll dive deep into the transformative power of data analytics for your classroom! Think data is just for statisticians or administrators? Think again! Today, we're joined by Victoria Setaro, an expert in making data analytics approachable and actionable for everyday teachers like you. We'll explore how you can harness the power of both 'cold' and 'warm' data to not only understand your students better but also to significantly improve their performance. From tackling chronic absenteeism to boosting math proficiency rates, data-driven instruction is a game-changer. So if you want to...
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Genius Hour 2.0 with Lauren Lavelle
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher
In this episode of the 10 Minute Teacher podcast, host Vicki Davis sits down with Lauren Lavelle to discuss the transformative educational approach known as Genius Hour. Recorded live at ISTE, the conversation delves into how Genius Hour has been revamped and integrated into the sixth-grade curriculum, offering students a full-year exploratory course that goes beyond traditional learning. Vicki and Lauren also touch on the importance of generational connectedness in education, emphasizing how mentors and older students can offer invaluable perspectives. Additionally, the episode explores the...
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AI in VR and AR with Rachelle Dené Poth
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher
How are augmented reality and virtual reality merging with artificial intelligence? What does it mean for the classroom? In this show, AR/VR guru Rachelle Dené Poth delves deep into the transformative potential of Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the classroom. Fresh from her appearance on the ISTE mainstage, Rachell highlights the surging interest in immersive and emerging technologies. She encourages teachers to shift their mindset from apprehension to curiosity and eagerness to learn something new. As the landscape of education technology...
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Teaching with AI: Harnessing the Future without Losing Our Way – An In-Depth Conversation with Pat Yongpradit
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher
Pat Yongpradit from Code.org and TeachAI dives into the challenges, opportunities, and ethical considerations of harnessing future AI technologies. Join us as we navigate the intricate path towards innovation without losing sight of what makes us human with a candid conversations of our concerns and the importance of coming together to create policies that will shape our classrooms. Artificial Intelligence in schools should present educators, parents, and policymakers with many concerns but there are also opportunities. Pat Yongpradit, in his role with Code.org is also working with...
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AI: The Future of Classroom Efficiency with Mary Howard
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher
What do you do when award-winning teachers tell you there is a way to save time? Mary Howard, author of shares some quick tips to streamline teacher productivity with ChatGPT. Mary won ISTE's 2018 "Virtual Pioneer of the Year" and was a New York State Teacher of the Year finalist in 2018 and 2020. She is an actual classroom teacher and doesn't "do" hype, but I think she wants to help. In this show, she shares some ideas for streamlining and discusses the future of AI in VR and AR and how she thinks it can help us use these advanced tools even more. I hope this show helps you think about...
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The Great Student AI Writing Experiment with Steve Dembo
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher
Are you an educator troubled by the looming question of how AI will impact writing instruction? Look no further. As this experiment unfolds, you'll be interested in his findings' powerful implications on student creativity and expression. Prepare to be inspired, challenged, and equipped to navigate the future of writing in a world where humans and AI learn to work together to communicate in better ways. In this episode, we step into the captivating world of AI and writing with Steve Dembo, a seasoned classroom educator at the forefront of AI integration for years. In this eye-opening podcast,...
info_outlineEducation needs to be relevant and exciting to students. The Disney Youth Education program hosted me at the end of this past summer to experience three of their programs first-hand. In today's podcast, I interview the director of the program Aaron Joyner to talk about the philosophy behind Disney's education magic. I also share some of my first-hand experiences and observations from the trip.
Aaron Joyner - Bio As submitted
In his role as a Youth Facilitation Manager for Disney Youth Programs, Aaron supports and manages the delivery of over 18 education experiences across Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts. Disney Youth Programs are valuable learning experiences for students that harness the power of Disney storytelling and the magic of Disney parks.
Website: https://www.disneyyouth.com/
More information about Disney Youth Programs can be found on our blog (https://disneyyouth.com/blog/) and the Disney Parks Blog (https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/) Educators interested in learning more about Disney Youth Programs can visit our website (https://www.disneyyouth.com/) or call us at 1-877-WD-YOUTH