I decided to search through podcasts within the BAM Radio Network which was developed by early childhood professionals and today is the largest education radio network in the world, offering programming from top education organizations and leaders. I came across many podcasts, but this one in particular stood out to me because of the interconnection it had with my focus in one of this week's resources on the inequity of those who teach children. Like some of the resources from this week, the podcast discusses how teacher turnover impacts more than just the teacher and the child.
http://www.bamradionetwork.com/teachers-of-the-year-radio/2979-when-teachers-quit-what-happens-to-kids-schools-education-equity
When Teachers Quit: What Happens to Kids, Schools, Education Equity
Jonathon Crossley is the 2014 Arkansas Teacher of the Year noted for transformational improvements in student outcome averages. He is a proud first generation college graduate who is passionate about educational equity. In this episode, Jonathan is interviewed and discusses why teachers leave the field, the impact on high poverty schools and a key factors that could get more teachers to stay.
I really appreciated Jonathan's passion about keeping highly educated teachers in schools, especially in low income districts. He describes education equity as a great civil rights issue in our generation. He mentions some key factors that can help retain teachers and suggests that teachers have true authentic conversations with their administration about what they are interested in and have a passion for and come up with ways to integrate that in to the teacher's work. He gives the example of a teacher having a passion for drama or the outdoors and to see how you can find ways to get that into the curriculum. He states that it can help teachers feel more invested and satisfied with their work. Jonathan also says that it would be in a teacher's best interest to look at and have an understanding of their state's Department of Education's equity plans. Another recommendation is that teachers "open their classroom doors" in that they welcome help from other teachers and work together to gain new insight on how they can improve or share ideas to help each other. He says how lack of collaboration and isolation restrict teachers and that this pushes them out of schools. With this thought he discusses the importance of observation, observing others and having others observe us, and allowing for opportunities of teacher leadership and peer growth through constructive criticism. He ends the podcast by stating how important it is that teachers stay well informed and educated. He recommends the following resources that have been powerful in his career:
https://www.ted.com/talks/bill_gates_teachers_need_real_feedback?language=en
Until recently, many teachers only got one word of feedback a year: “satisfactory.” And with no feedback, no coaching, there’s just no way to improve. Bill Gates suggests that even great teachers can get better with smart feedback — and lays out a program from his foundation to bring it to every classroom.
The Teaching Channel, where you can see hundreds of videos of inspiring teachers.
https://www.teachingchannel.org/?national=1
Jonathan mentions a specific teacher, Sarah Brown Wessling, and although her videos are relatable they pertain more to older children. I searched for preschool and kindergarten resources and there are several valuable resources that I may use in the future.
Jonathon Crossley is the 2014 Arkansas Teacher of the Year noted for transformational improvements in student outcome averages. He is a proud first generation college graduate who is passionate about educational equity. In this episode, Jonathan is interviewed and discusses why teachers leave the field, the impact on high poverty schools and a key factors that could get more teachers to stay.I really appreciated Jonathan's passion about keeping highly educated teachers in schools, especially in low income districts. He describes education equity as a great civil rights issue in our generation. He mentions some key factors that can help retain teachers and suggests that teachers have true authentic conversations with their administration about what they are interested in and have a passion for and come up with ways to integrate that in to the teacher's work. He gives the example of a teacher having a passion for drama or the outdoors and to see how you can find ways to get that into the curriculum. He states that it can help teachers feel more invested and satisfied with their work. Jonathan also says that it would be in a teacher's best interest to look at and have an understanding of their state's Department of Education's equity plans. Another recommendation is that teachers "open their classroom doors" in that they welcome help from other teachers and work together to gain new insight on how they can improve or share ideas to help each other. He says how lack of collaboration and isolation restrict teachers and that this pushes them out of schools. With this thought he discusses the importance of observation, observing others and having others observe us, and allowing for opportunities of teacher leadership and peer growth through constructive criticism. He ends the podcast by stating how important it is that teachers stay well informed and educated. He recommends the following resources that have been powerful in his career:
Stanford University psychologist Carol Dweck, in decades of research on achievement and success, has discovered a truly groundbreaking idea—the power of our mindset.
Dweck explains why it’s not just our abilities and talent that bring us success—but whether we approach them with a fixed or growth mindset. She makes clear why praising intelligence and ability doesn’t foster self-esteem and lead to accomplishment, but may actually jeopardize success. With the right mindset, we can motivate our kids and help them to raise their grades, as well as reach our own goals—personal and professional. Dweck reveals what all great parents, teachers, CEOs, and athletes already know: how a simple idea about the brain can create a love of learning and a resilience that is the basis of great accomplishment in every area.
Dweck explains why it’s not just our abilities and talent that bring us success—but whether we approach them with a fixed or growth mindset. She makes clear why praising intelligence and ability doesn’t foster self-esteem and lead to accomplishment, but may actually jeopardize success. With the right mindset, we can motivate our kids and help them to raise their grades, as well as reach our own goals—personal and professional. Dweck reveals what all great parents, teachers, CEOs, and athletes already know: how a simple idea about the brain can create a love of learning and a resilience that is the basis of great accomplishment in every area.
Bill Gates: Teachers need real feedback
https://www.ted.com/talks/bill_gates_teachers_need_real_feedback?language=en
Until recently, many teachers only got one word of feedback a year: “satisfactory.” And with no feedback, no coaching, there’s just no way to improve. Bill Gates suggests that even great teachers can get better with smart feedback — and lays out a program from his foundation to bring it to every classroom.
The Teaching Channel, where you can see hundreds of videos of inspiring teachers.
https://www.teachingchannel.org/?national=1
Jonathan mentions a specific teacher, Sarah Brown Wessling, and although her videos are relatable they pertain more to older children. I searched for preschool and kindergarten resources and there are several valuable resources that I may use in the future.
Jill,
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed reading your post. It was quite enlightening. It is true that teachers should not see their jobs as it affects them only. In as much as teachers are constantly looking for better paying teaching jobs which often lead to the high turnover currently experienced in this field, teachers also need to know the impact of their exit on the students as well as on the center. I also agree that as we implement individually appropriate programs for children, there is a need to ensure that teachers are given the opportunity to do what they have a passion for or participate in their areas of strengths.
Thanks Jill for this post!
Hello,
ReplyDeleteIt is very great to know that you are able to get in touched with someone and learn from what they can provide for you. In my opinion there always need to be improvements for the education field. Wow that very same book that you have on this post is what my boss provided for all his teachers last year and recommended that we read and said that it is a really great book. And indeed it is, I did not complete the entire book but it is great. I agree teachers that have the passion for educating and teaching children and families will ensure greatness and positive outcomes in the education field.
Great Post! Thanks
Kim