The Modern Classroom Blog
Resources, opportunities, and perspectives from the Modern Classrooms Team.
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Teaching Visual Arts in a Modern Classroom
In this episode, Zach Diamond is joined by Dana Pelzman to talk about teaching visual arts using MCP, as well as some more general discussion on accommodating, flexible mastery checks for creative work.
Student Reflections on Self-Paced Learning
In this episode, Toni Rose Deanon is joined by sophomore student Sarahya College who talks about the transformative impact of a self-paced learning approach on her learning experience.
Highlights from our 2023 Annual Impact Report
During a year marked by teacher shortages, educators chose to invest in their skills by pursuing Modern Classrooms Project training. We’ve collected the highlights for you in this blog.
Supporting the Whole Child in Self-Paced Pre-K
In this episode, Toni Rose Deanon is joined by Marquitta Thomas, early childhood education, who shares her experience of self-pacing with her pre-K students.
Student Voices: Exploring an Educator’s Impact
In this episode, Toni Rose Deanon is joined by students Aayla, Breanna, and Dulce to shed light on the influence educators have on their personal and academic growth.
Stay Curious with Edifying Teachers
In this episode, Toni Rose Deanon is joined by Katie Caster to discuss creating inclusive educational spaces through mentorship.
Lessons from Computer Science
In this episode, Toni Rose Deanon is joined by taMica Gaither-Banks to discuss her journey of integrating Modern Classrooms into her Computer Science classroom.
A Conversation with Learning for Justice
In this episode, Toni Rose Deanon is joined by D’Aisha Smith, Skyla Hudson, and Jaci Jones to talk about their involvement with Learning for Justice and how teachers can incorporate social justice teaching and learning into their work.
Gamifying Your Classroom: A Discussion with Chad Collins
In this episode, Zach Diamond is joined by Chad Collins, an innovative educator who has transformed his classroom through gamification.
Joyful Disruption with Marvin Reed
In this episode, Toni Rose Deanon is joined by Marvin Reed to talk about how he disrupts traditional approaches to teaching while prioritizing joy in his classes.
Self-Pacing in Coaching & Sports
In this episode, Toni Rose Deanon is joined by Tacks Feliciano to discuss integrating the Modern Classrooms Project model into coaching volleyball, robotics, and special education.
Planning for Multiple Preps
In this episode, Zach Diamond is joined by Steve Schlarman to discuss the challenges of teaching multiple different courses simultaneously and some of the solutions Steve has discovered to ease them.
Indigenous Teaching Practices
In this episode, Toni Rose Deanon is joined by Micah Daniels for a conversation on culturally responsive education for indigenous students and communities.
How Genially Can Support Your Modern Classroom
In this episode, Zach Diamond is joined by Cat Spencer of Genially to discuss the platform and how it can be used to enhance blended materials in a Modern Classroom and beyond.
Resetting MCP in the New Year
In this episode, Toni Rose Deanon is joined by Kendal Giacomini to talk about resetting a modern classroom mid-year (or after a long break) and her new role at MCP.
The Role of the School Psychologist
In this episode, Toni Rose Deanon is joined by Cassie Johnson to discuss the challenges and triumphs of being a school psychologist.
Physically Accessible Learning Spaces
In this episode, Toni Rose Deanon is joined by B.A. List to talk about the importance of creating physically accessible learning environments.
Coaching for Equity with Elena Aguilar
In this episode, Toni Rose Deanon is joined by Elena Aguilar to talk about her human-first approach to coaching.
Helping Students Develop Research and Critical Thinking Skills
In this episode, Toni Rose Deanon is joined by Mary Thomas and Perla Lujan to delve into the evolving landscape of research methods and critical thinking skills in education.