Best Modern Classrooms Project Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 244: CTE Student 51:56

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Zach is joined by Erin Luckhardt, Michele Deming, and their former student Eve Willoughby, to talk about CTE and using the MCP model to prepare students with real-world career experience Show Notes Kareem on the Cult of Pedagogy podcast: Everything You Need to Know About Building a Great Screencast Video How to Create a Self-Paced Classroom How to …

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#131 Real-World Math Projects Your Students Will Actually Care About 8:07

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Not all real-world math is created equal. In this episode, I’m breaking down what makes a math project actually relevant to your students—and how to make math feel meaningful without needing a full curriculum rewrite. You’ll learn what students really care about, how to design your first spark of engagement, and how to use AI tools to help personal…

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#130- 3 Must-Have Classroom Routines That Actually Work in Secondary Math 10:38

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Ready to stop managing behavior and start supporting student thinking? In this episode, we’re breaking down the three essential classroom routines every secondary math teacher needs—especially if you're trying to run a student-centered classroom without constant chaos. You’ll learn how to start class with purpose, build student talk into your every…

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Episode 243: Math and ELL 40:30

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Zach is joined by Miguel Melchor to talk about his approach to working with multilingual learners and coaching teachers using the MCP model Show Notes Miguel's comprehensive resource "Personalized Learning for Multilingual Learners" Screenpal Screencastify Mote Universal Design for Learning Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us que…

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#129- Student Engagement Strategies That Actually Work in Math Class 8:49

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What does student engagement really look like in a math classroom? Spoiler: it’s not quiet rows, silent worksheets, or step-by-step compliance. In this episode, I’m sharing the story of my Holt student teaching placement—the moment I realized math class could be so much more—and walking through real engagement strategies you can use right now. You’…

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#128 My First Real-World Math Project Was a Mess—What I’d Do Differently Now (with AI Support) 7:12

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Ever launch a project you were sure would be a hit… only for it to totally flop? In this episode, I’m sharing the behind-the-scenes of my first real-world math project—a polished, professionally-designed activity that completely fell apart in the classroom. But that failure? It led to one of my most powerful, student-centered projects yet: Change M…

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The Ripple Effect of Losing $65 Million in Federal Education Support with Dr. Jacqueline Rodriguez 29:40

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We are in the middle of the start of another school year across the country, whether your students have already returned or have a later start date. One of the most important events from last school year was the Supreme Court decision to withhold $65M in federal funding for education, and we are seeing those impacts across the board. Dr. Jacqueline…

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Episode 242: EduProtocols 48:00

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Toni Rose is joined by Zena Brown to talk about the Eduprotocols frameworks and explore the ways Zena uses them in her Modern Classroom Show Notes Edutopia videos profiling MCP: High School Elementary School Eduprotocols Quizziz Eduprotocols Resources ChatGPT Follow Zena on social media @zlbrownschools Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: …

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#127 The First 5 Minutes Can Transform Student Engagement in Your Math Class 11:32

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What if the most powerful way to shift your math class didn’t take a new curriculum—just the first 5 minutes? In this episode, we’re exploring how to kick off your class period with warm-ups that build relevance, confidence, and classroom culture. You’ll learn how to use thinking routines and real-world tasks to engage students before the lesson ev…

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#126 What Makes Math Feel Relevant? Isn’t it just Practical Examples of Real World Math? 13:51

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We all want our students to feel like math matters—but what does “relevant” even mean in the classroom? Is it just practical math examples? Spoiler: It’s not just about adding real-world word math problems to a worksheet or doing a budget project once a year. In this episode, we’re breaking down what relevance really looks like, why it’s critical t…

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Episode 241: Alabama Teacher of the Year 57:08

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TR is joined by Katie Collins, MCP educator and Alabama Teacher of the Year, to talk about how she uses the model to build community in her classroom and develop a growth mindset with her 1st graders Show Notes Alabama Teacher of the Year Cottage Gardens The Anxious Generation, by John Haidt Let Grow Lil' John's meditation videos Connect with Katie…

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#125 Start Small, Finish Strong: The Power of a Mini Real World Math Project 10:09

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Big shifts don’t require big overhauls. If you’ve been craving a way to make math more meaningful without throwing out your whole curriculum, this episode is for you. ✅ Whether you joined the Bootcamp or not, this is your reminder that bite-sized, student-centered changes—like a mini project—can create real momentum. ✅ You’ll hear exactly how small…

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Finding Balance in the “Least Restrictive Environments” for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Students with Jennifer Catalano 21:51

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Welcome back to the podcast as we kick off a new school year! We are excited, as always, to jump into some very important topics in the coming weeks. First up is our amazing guest, Jennifer Catalano, to discuss her work in deaf education and share her perspective on the least restrictive environments for these students. Is it better to have 100% in…

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#124 You’re Not Boring, But Your Math Curriculum Might Be 9:20

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If you’ve ever walked out of your math classroom thinking, “Why don’t they care? What am I doing wrong?”—this episode is for you. Spoiler alert: You’re not the problem. The system is. In this episode, we’re digging into: ✅ Why even the best teachers struggle to engage students with scripted, one-size-fits-all math curriculum ✅ What real student eng…

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Shortcast 4: Building Authentic Relationships with Students 11:59

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You can hear the full episode here Zach is joined by special guests Michael Carr and Toni Rose Deanon to talk about social emotional learning and how the Modern Classrooms Model helps us cultivate authentic relationships with students, in person and virtually. Show Notes Modern Classrooms resources for building relationships (Includes “Five by Five…

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#123 – 3 Quick Wins You’ll Walk Away With at Bootcamp 5:56

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Wondering if the Back to School Bootcamp is for you? You don’t need a 180-day curriculum plan. You just need 3 small wins to start the year strong. In this episode, I walk you through what you’ll ACTUALLY build inside the Create a Kickass Math Class Bootcamp: ✅ Day 1: One first-week spark that sets the tone ✅ Day 2: An anchor task that sparks real …

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FEED DROP: The Exit Interview 50:04

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For this feed drop, here's an episode of The Exit Interview, with Dr. Asia Lyons. We hope you enjoy! You can learn more about The Exit Interview and subscribe hereBy The Modern Classrooms Project

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#122: Get Ready for the Back To School Bootcamp —Creating a KickAss Math Class 8:00

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Build Your Dream Math Class in Just 3 Days (Without the Overwhelm) Want a math class that feels more real, relevant, and engaging—but not sure where to start? The (FREE) Create a Kickass Math Class Bootcamp is your answer. If you’re ready to build a math class that feels real, relevant, and rigorous — but don’t know where to start — this 3-day Boot…

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Shortcast 53: Unit Zero and a Day in the Life of a Modern Classroom 15:37

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Listen to the full episode here Toni Rose is joined by Emily Dia to talk about using a Unit Zero to introduce the model, and they go on to describe a day in the life of a Modern Classroom once students have internalized the routines. Show Notes Toni Rose's Unit 0 Calendar Keeping up with the Modern Classrooms: Episode #1: Unit 0 Marissa’s Classroom…

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Entretien avec l’Economiste Omar Aloui 1:42:02

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Episode 211: Entretien avec l’Economiste Omar Aloui Le projet « Archives d’histoire orale de la production intellectuelle maghrébine » vise à documenter les trajectoires de vie, les formations intellectuelles et les luttes politiques de plusieurs générations de femmes et d'hommes nord-africains qui ont contribué à la création de la culture écrite e…

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#121: How to Get Started As a Modern Math Teacher (Even If You’re Not “Techy”) 9:04

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Worried you’re not “techy” enough to transform your teaching with real-world, project-based math? You’re not alone—and the good news is: you don’t need to be. You don’t need to be a tech expert to run engaging, real-world math lessons. In this episode, I’ll share: ✔️ Why low-tech strategies still work ✔️ How to build confidence without jumping into…

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#120: Still Planning Lessons Alone? Let’s Fix That 10:04

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Trying to make your math class more engaging, more real, and more relevant—completely alone? Are you still lesson planning alone at your kitchen table? You’re not lazy. You’re not doing it wrong. You’re just trying to do too much without a support system. You were never meant to do this work in isolation. In today’s episode, we explore: ✔️ Why plan…

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Shortcast 42: The Student Experience in a Modern Classroom 15:24

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This week, Kareem is joined by one of his former students, Jayme Mims, to talk about the Modern Classrooms model from the student's perspective, how it facilitates learning and responsibility in school, and how it prepares students for success in college and beyond Show Notes Edutopia Video Progress Trackers The Warm Demander Follow us online and l…

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Entretien avec l'Historien Mohamed Lazhar Gharbi 1:34:05

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Episode 210: Entretien avec l'Historien Mohamed Lazhar Gharbi Le projet « Archives d’histoire orale de la production intellectuelle maghrébine » vise à documenter les trajectoires de vie, les formations intellectuelles et les luttes politiques de plusieurs générations de femmes et d'hommes nord-africains qui ont contribué à la création de la cultur…

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#119 BTS— What’s Inside the Modern Math Teacher Membership 11:04

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If you're tired of buying resources that don't solve your classroom struggles, this episode is for you. I’m giving you a full behind-the-scenes tour of the Modern Math Teacher Membership—and sharing you why it’s so much more than just a library of lessons. 💡 Inside This Episode: ✅ Why most resource memberships still leave teachers overwhelmed ✅ Wha…

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FEED DROP: Under the Hat, with Steve Martinez 49:10

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For our fourth feed drop episode, we're happy to share this episode of Steve Martinez' Under the Hat podcast. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did! You can find more info on Under the Hat and subscribe hereBy The Modern Classrooms Project

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#118: The Truth About Teaching Real-World Math 10:02

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There are so many myths out there about teaching real-world math: 👉 It’s too hard to plan 👉 Students can’t handle it 👉 You have to sacrifice rigor None of it is true. In this episode, I’m breaking down the real story—and showing you how real-world, relevant, and rigorous math is totally doable with the right tools and support. 🎙 In this episode, I’…

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Shortcast 207: How MCP Impacts the College Experience 14:59

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Listen to the full episode here Guest host Avery Balasbas is joined by a panel of his previous students who are now in college to discuss their MCP experience and how it prepared them for learning beyond high school Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog. Show Notes Avery's previous MCP Podcast episodes: Episode 139: T…

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#117 Why Your Students Deserve This Kind of Math Class 10:18

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Let’s put aside standards and curriculum for a moment. Let’s talk about the actual humans in your classroom. Because chances are, you’ve felt it too: “They deserve more than just what the textbook gives them.” ✅ They deserve to see math as meaningful. ✅ They deserve to feel confident and curious — not just compliant. ✅ They deserve your best, even …

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#116 Done-For-You Projects Are Not Enough 7:44

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We’ve all been there: 📥 You download a promising project. 📄 The instructions look solid. ✅ The math checks out. But once it hits your classroom? Something’s missing. The truth is: done-for-you isn’t the same as done-right. In this episode, I’m breaking down the “Done-for-You Trap” — why great resources still fall flat without the systems, structure…

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End-User Adoption: 3 Ways to Stop AV Systems Collecting Dust 10:40

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Tired of boardrooms and classrooms packed with AV tech no one uses? Independent AV consultants David Allara and Jonathan Cuthbertson break down the three root causes of low user uptake—and the tactics that get people pressing “Start” with confidence. Key take-aways • Simplicity beats features—prune “Starship Enterprise” panels to one touch (or none…

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Shortcast 183: Student Perspective (HS) 15:47

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Listen to the full episode here Toni Rose is joined by Sarahya College, a high school sophomore, who offers incredible insight into the student experience of learning in a modern classroom as well as advice for teachers who are implementing the model Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog. Contact us, follow us online,…

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Entretien avec le Politologue Rachid Tlemçani 1:08:28

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Episode 209: Entretien avec le Politologue Rachid Tlemçani Le projet « Archives d’histoire orale de la production intellectuelle maghrébine » vise à documenter les trajectoires de vie, les formations intellectuelles et les luttes politiques de plusieurs générations de femmes et d'hommes nord-africains qui ont contribué à la création de la culture é…

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#115: The 3 Biggest Mistakes Teachers Make When Trying to Teach Real-World Math 8:20

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You’ve seen all the cool Pinterest projects and Instagram reels that make real-world math look effortless. But when you try it in your classroom? 🙄 The kids don’t care. 🌀 The lesson falls flat. 😤 Or worse—it turns into total chaos. In this episode, I’m sharing the three most common mistakes teachers make when trying to implement real-world math—and…

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FEED DROP: The Balance with Catlin Tucker 52:39

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For our third feed drop episode, we're happy to share this episode of Catlin Tucker's The Balance podcast. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did! You can find more info on The Balance podcast and subscribe hereBy The Modern Classrooms Project

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#114 The 5-Stage Path to a Kickass Math Class 9:30

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What if transforming your math classroom didn’t require a complete overhaul—just a roadmap? In today’s episode, I’m walking you through the 5-stage success path at the heart of the Modern Math Teacher Membership. Whether you're stuck in survival mode or starting to explore project-based learning and real-world applications, this episode will help y…

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Shortcast 60 - Middle School Student Experience 15:53

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Listen to the full episode here Toni Rose is joined by two of her former 6th grade students, Lila and Tyler (currently 8th graders) to talk about their experience in Modern Classrooms throughout middle school - in person, in remote learning, and in general Show Notes Edpuzzle (and MCP Tutorial) Kahoot Quizlet Follow us online and learn more: Modern…

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Entretien avec le Sociologue Khalil Zamiti 1:17:53

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Episode 208: Entretien avec le Sociologue Khalil Zamiti Le projet « Archives d’histoire orale de la production intellectuelle maghrébine » vise à documenter les trajectoires de vie, les formations intellectuelles et les luttes politiques de plusieurs générations de femmes et d'hommes nord-africains qui ont contribué à la création de la culture écri…

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#113 From Survival to Success: A Summer Reset Plan 10:06

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What if summer wasn’t just a break… but a bold reset? In this episode of The Modern Math Teacher Podcast, we’re ditching the survival mindset and using summer as a launchpad for a lighter, more aligned school year. Whether you’re sipping coffee on the porch or finally clearing out your inbox, this is your invitation to pause—and reimagine. We’ll wa…

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#112 – You’re Not the Only One Doing This Alone 6:00

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Feel like you’re the only one in your school trying to make math meaningful? In this episode, I’m getting real about what it’s like to teach differently—and the loneliness that can come with it. From being the only math teacher at a brand-new charter school to building a classroom from scratch, I’ve lived the “lone wolf” life. And if you’re there r…

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350: The Current State of Affairs in US Education: Our Appearance on Dr. Karen Wilson’s Podcast 41:33

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This is our last episode before our much-needed summer break. Taking this break helps us to refocus and prepare for a new school year. We recently made another appearance on the Diverse Thinking Different Learning: A ChildNEXUS podcast with Dr. Karen Wilson, who has also joined us on our podcast before. Today, we are featuring that episode as an ov…

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Shortcast 219 - Student Voice (EC) 16:27

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Listen to the full episode here Zach is joined by Marlene Tapia Garcia and three of her first grade students, Olivia, Arya, and Ethan, to talk about their experience in a Modern Classroom. Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog. Show Notes MCP Podcast episode 138: La Revisión y las Pruebas de Dominio (Marlene's previou…

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Le Maghreb par les textes, XVIIIe – XXIe siècle. 52:15

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Episode 207: Le Maghreb par les textes, XVIIIe – XXIe siècl Dans ce podcast, les Historiennes Charlotte Courreye et Annik Lacroix présentent l’ouvrage qu’elles ont coécrit avec Augustin Jomier, intitulé Le Maghreb par les textes, XVIIIe – XXIe siècle. Malgré ses liens étroits avec la France, Le Maghreb (Algérie, Libye, Maroc et Tunisie) est général…

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#111 – The Lesson Design Hack That Saves Time and Increases Engagement 8:08

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Ever feel like lesson planning takes forever—and still falls flat with students? In this episode, I’m sharing the Reality Check, my go-to lesson design framework that helps you quickly build lessons that are real, relevant, and rigorous. Whether you’re designing a warm-up, full lesson, or project milestone, this hack saves time and boosts student b…

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FEED DROP - Lifelong Learning Defined with Jorge Valenzuela: Season 3, Episode 19 - From Compton to the World: Building STEM Futures Through Project-Based Learning with Jose González 26:02

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For our second feed drop of the summer off-season, we'd love to share an episode of Jorge Valenzuela's Lifelong Learning Defined podcast. This episode is called "From Compton to the World: Building STEM Futures Through Project-Based Learning with Jose González" You can find the Lifelong Learning Defined Podcast here…

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#110: The #1 Shift That Changes Everything (and It’s Not More Work) 9:50

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What if your classroom didn’t need more resources—but a better rhythm? In this episode, I’m sharing the one shift that changed everything for me as a math teacher: designing with rhythm. From launching units with anchor activities to structuring daily warm-ups and routines, I’ll show you how simple systems lead to better engagement, deeper understa…

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Shortcast 213 - Do We Want Students To Be On Pace or Actually Learning? 15:44

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Toni Rose is joined by Drea Siford to talk about her approach to teaching 4th grade using the MCP model Show Notes Listen to the full version of this episode here Zearn Eureka Math Angela Watson's Truth for Teachers podcast, and the episode with Kareem: 3 practices to give you more one-on-one time with students Email Drea at [email protected]…

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🤩 BONUS: What’s Coming in the Modern Math Teacher Membership 9:23

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Have you been listening to these episodes thinking, “Yes! This is the kind of math class I want—but I can’t do it alone”? Then this episode is for you. Today I’m giving you an inside look at the Modern Math Teacher Membership—what it is, who it’s for, and how you can get in early as a founding member. I’ll also share the story that inspired it all—…

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Entretien avec l’Historien et Archiviste Fouad Soufi 2:05:10

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Episode 206: Entretien avec l’historien et archiviste Fouad Soufi Le projet « Archives d’histoire orale de la production intellectuelle maghrébine » vise à documenter les trajectoires de vie, les formations intellectuelles et les luttes politiques de plusieurs générations de femmes et d'hommes nord-africains qui ont contribué à la création de la cu…

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#109: PBL Without the Chaos: Yes, It’s Possible 6:14

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You want to do PBL, but every time you think about it… you panic. What if it flops? What if it’s chaos? Been there. Done that. In this episode, I’m sharing how I went from panicked to confidently using project-based learning in my classroom—without the mess. Inside this episode: ✔ Why PBL feels chaotic (and why it doesn’t have to be) ✔ The biggest …