Podcast Archives - Page 14 of 27

May 04 2021

Geek Out Projects: My Approach to Genius Hour and 20% Time in the Language Arts Classroom

By John Spencer Creativity, Literacy, Podcast, Student Choice 8 Comments

There are so many different ways we can empower students to own the learning; from owning the assessment process to doing choice menus and choice boards to having students engage in project-based learning. In this article, we explore how Geek Out Blogs allow students to…

Apr 28 2021

How Do You Teach to the Standards When Doing Project-Based Learning?

By John Spencer Podcast, Project-Based Learning 11 Comments

It’s easy to remember the highlight reels of the project-based approach I used when I taught eighth grade. I think about the moment we finished our second mural and my students were so excited they started spontaneously cheering or the moment students asked thoughtful questions…

Apr 19 2021

Seven Myths Keeping Teachers from Implementing Creative Projects

By John Spencer Creativity, Podcast, Project-Based Learning 9 Comments

Every year, I ask my pedagogy students about their most memorable learning experience as a learner, whether it was in school or out in the "real world." Nearly every example involves a creative project. These were the moments when learning stuck and often it was…

Apr 12 2021

Clement Townsend on How Video Journalism Can Empower Students with Voice and Choice

By John Spencer Empowering Students, Literacy, Podcast 2 Comments

In this podcast episode, I interview Clement Townsend about the importance of journalism and multimedia composition in the classroom. Clement Townsend has valuable real-world experience in journalism as well as teaching and mentoring experience at the K-12 level. In this episode, he shares practical insights…

Apr 08 2021

Every Student Deserves Access to Project-Based Learning

By John Spencer Podcast, Project-Based Learning 7 Comments

Years ago, my friend Chad (who tragically passed away from cancer last year) started the 21st Century Classroom initiative in our district. Teachers would be part of six-person teams where they would attend professional development, receive state-of-the-art technology, and have a learning coach who would…

Mar 12 2021

Dr. Melissa Deutsch on the PBL Journey

By John Spencer Podcast, Project-Based Learning 2 Comments

Project-based learning can feel overwhelming. It can seem like an entire transformation in your teaching practice. However, it doesn't have to require a massive overhaul. Often, it's more like an evolution. In my latest podcast episode, I interview Dr. Melissa Deutsch about her PBL journey.…

Mar 05 2021

Four Ways to Boost Collaboration in Student Projects

By John Spencer Creative Collaboration, Creativity, Podcast, Project-Based Learning 5 Comments

Creative collaboration can be challenging at every every level of education. Sometimes the issue is work imbalance, with one student doing the majority of the work while others slack off. The term organizational psychology is "cognitive loafing." In some cases, it can feel like one…

Feb 26 2021

Thom Gibson on Designing Student Jobs that Empower the Classroom Community

By John Spencer Empowering Students, Podcast One Comment

Teachers have been using student jobs for years but sometimes a classic idea can use a makeover in an age of hybrid learning, remote learning, and blended learning. In this podcast episode, I interview Thom Gibson, who has thought strategically about how to use classroom…

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As a former middle school teacher and current full-time professor and best-selling author, I’m a big believer in empowering students (and teachers) through the power of creativity. Whether you sign up for one of my online courses, enroll in one of my cohorts or invite me to spend time with your staff, I promise you’ll walk away with a fresh perspective and new ideas to transform your classroom.

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Geek Out Projects: My Approach to Genius Hour and 20% Time in the Language Arts Classroom

How Do You Teach to the Standards When Doing Project-Based Learning?

Seven Myths Keeping Teachers from Implementing Creative Projects

Clement Townsend on How Video Journalism Can Empower Students with Voice and Choice

Every Student Deserves Access to Project-Based Learning

Dr. Melissa Deutsch on the PBL Journey

Four Ways to Boost Collaboration in Student Projects

Thom Gibson on Designing Student Jobs that Empower the Classroom Community

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