contemplating a brave new classroom
Written by Celeste Kirsh
What is the relationship between writing, teaching, and hosting a podcast? Today on the show I sit down with the Teaching Writers Speak podcast host, Ty Walkland. One of the gifts of starting this PhD has been helping to produce another podcast, Teaching Writers Speak. On this podcast, Ty Walkland expertly interviews teachers, scholars, … Continue reading “76. “Teaching Writers Speak” with Ty Walkland”
Written by Celeste Kirsh
What does it mean to be called to the teaching profession and how can we sustain that passion when things get hard? Today on the show I am in conversation with Margaret from My Call to Teach. I really loved this conversation with Margaret. I initially wanted to have her to talk about a news … Continue reading “75. When teaching is a passion with Margaret from My Call to Teach”
Written by Celeste Kirsh
How can Gay-Straight alliances support students and make schools more inclusive spaces for all? Today on the show I speak with GSA advisor and coach James Potteiger There is a lot happening in schools right now that put our LGBTQ students at risk. So I’m thrilled to get to share this conversation I had with … Continue reading “74. Advising a gay-straight alliance with James Potteiger”
Written by Celeste Kirsh
How can teachers use journalism and reverse mentorship to transform student learning? Today on the show I am joined by Dr. Ed Madison to explore this question and so much more. If you ever wanted a reason to start a podcast, this might be it: for the past several months, I’ve been reading and writing … Continue reading “73. Journalistic learning with Dr. Ed Madison”
Written by Celeste Kirsh
Why should we fully embrace the joys of being a B-minus teacher? Today on the show I speak with the awesome Patti Firth, founder, CEO, and owner of Madly Learning. I found my new friend Patti Firth like I meet pretty much any new human in my life: through the wonderful world of teachergram. Patti … Continue reading “71. The joys of being a B-minus teacher with Patti Firth”
Written by Celeste Kirsh
What happens when educators are given the time and support to address complex dilemmas in their practice? Today on the show we have a panel discussion celebrating 10 years of Cohort 21. A huge thank you to Garth Nichols, Justin Medved, Ashley Domina, Ashley Bailey Davis. Laura Mustard, Melissa Jolicoeur, and Derek Doucet for being … Continue reading “70. Teacher learning that is actually useful”
Written by Celeste Kirsh
How might we improve the teaching of writing by identifying as writers ourselves? Today on the show I speak with Jen Laffin, founder of Teach Write. If there is one thing that I know to be true, it is that identifying as a writer has profoundly shaped how I teach writing. I love writing, I … Continue reading “69. When teachers identify as writers with Jen Laffin”
Written by Celeste Kirsh
How might teachers rethink science learning for all? Today on the show I pass the mic over to my friend May Lu who interviewed her friend Dashiell McGorman. So…I’m not your host, but I am Celeste Kirsh, and we are Teaching Tomorrow. Click on the Soundcloud link to get the full show and conversation! This … Continue reading “68. Science learning for all with Dash McGorman and May Lu”
Written by Celeste Kirsh
How has the first term of my PhD been? Today on the show it’s just me sharing insights, reflections, and project ideas from this past semester of my doctoral degree. Hi folks! I recorded this on the 17th of January under a mountain of snow: I’ve been out shovelling three times, school and daycare are … Continue reading “67. You don’t have to be genius to do a PhD”
Written by Celeste Kirsh
How might teachers generate abundance and wealth with a hustle on the side? Today on the show I speak with Dr. Shaun Woodly from Teach Hustle Inspire. Many of us in education have hobbies that are also teaching related. I know folks who write curriculum, who facilitate professional development, work as a coach or … Continue reading “66. “Build It On The Side” with Dr. Shaun Woodly”
