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Stories from a Baltimore City Educator

In this episode, Toni Rose is joined by Wyatt Oroke to discuss his teaching career in Baltimore City and how that has shaped his approach to teaching and learning.

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How to Lead a Professional Learning Community

In this episode, Toni Rose is joined by educators Whitnei Moore and Andrea Kowalski to share their experiences implementing the Modern Classrooms Project and leading Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) in their school.

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Teacher Collaboration

In this episode, Zach is joined by educators Brooke Lee and Rick Smith to share their experiences with implementing the Modern Classroom Project and the positive impact it has had on their teaching and student learning.

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Megan McGregor Megan McGregor

Ask MCP: Unit Closure

Ask MCP: Megan Mcgregor, MCP Vice President of Programs and former high school teacher, tackles a question about timing the transition between units.

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Matthew Hickson Matthew Hickson

Ask MCP: Increasing Engagement

Ask MCP: Ask MCP: Matthew Hickson, MCP Director of Partner Transformation and former school leader, tackles the question of how educators can combat fatigue and increase engagement.

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Debbie Menard Debbie Menard

Ask MCP: Lesson Classifications

Ask MCP: Debbie Menard, MCP Director of Virtual Mentorship and former high school science teacher, tackles questions on lesson classifications.

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Grading for Equity

In this episode, Toni Rose is joined by high school computer science teacher and grading disruptor, Megan Leich to discuss her philosophy on and approaches to grades, grading, and assessment.

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Neurodivergence

In this episode, Toni Rose is joined by Melody Maitland to dive into the pressing issues of inclusive education, supporting learners with diverse needs, and the critical role of collaboration between educators, students, and caregivers.

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Goal Setting with Students

In this episode, Zach is joined by Pickerington Local School District’s Instructional Technology Coach, Stephanie Howell to discuss different ways teachers can scaffold goal-setting for students.

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Student Feedback on the Modern Classrooms Model

Toni Rose is joined by Grace James’s principal, Ms. Ronda Cosby and five of her 7th-grade GEMS (Girls Excelling in Math and Science), Anasia, Monica, Hailey, Natalie, and Nicole to discuss the impact of blended-learning, self-paced structure, and mastery-based learning in their learning journeys.

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Emily Dia Emily Dia

Ask MCP: Teacher Time in Class

Ask MCP: Emily Dia, MCP Partnerships Manager and former middle school English teacher, tackles questions about how to use your time in class as a teacher.

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