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Teaching Today is brought to you by The Center for Professional Education of Teachers (CPET) at Teachers College, Columbia University. In conversation with teachers, researchers, and school leaders, we’re dedicated to breaking down the problems, policies, and promising practices that define teaching. Uniting theory and practice, CPET promotes rigorous and relevant scholarship, and is committed to ... more

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Tired of the polarizing debate about AI in writing classrooms? Dr. Kelsey Hammond offers a more nuanced path forward. Rather than creating endless guidelines about when students should or shouldn’t use ChatGPT in their writing process, she explores h... more

Why is systemic change at the high school level such a challenge? In this episode, we sit down with Jenny Curtin, Director of Education at the Barr Foundation, to explore what real transformation looks like—and why adding more programs isn't the answ... more

Should first-graders learn to read analog clocks? It's a small question with big implications about what we choose to teach—and why. In this episode, we're in conversation with Dr. Tony Wagner, author of Mastery, exploring how technology has outpaced... more

In this episode, we explore ConnectINK, an AI-powered writing coach that's different from every other AI tool you've encountered: it will never write for your students. Instead of generating content, ConnectINK asks questions. "Who else was there?" "... more

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Recent Guests

Jenny Curtin
Director of Education at the Barr Foundation in New England
Barr Foundation
Episode: 183 Rethinking High School: Philanthropy’s Role in Lasting Change
Dr. Tony Wagner
Senior Research Fellow at the Learning Policy Institute, author of the book, Mastery
Learning Policy Institute
Episode: Building Mastery One Curiosity at a Time: Reimagining Education for Today
Rahul Patel
Founder of Insights and Innovations and brainchild of ConnectINK
Insights and Innovations
Episode: Inside ConnectINK: What Happens When AI Asks Questions Instead of Giving Answers
Joseph Martinez
Software engineer extraordinaire involved in the development of ConnectINK
Episode: Inside ConnectINK: What Happens When AI Asks Questions Instead of Giving Answers
Gregory Petershack
Part of the CPET team involved in the ConnectINK project
The Center for Professional Education of Teachers (CPET) at Teachers College, Columbia University
Episode: Inside ConnectINK: What Happens When AI Asks Questions Instead of Giving Answers
Kelsey Hammond
Writing instructor and involved in design conversations for ConnectINK
Episode: Inside ConnectINK: What Happens When AI Asks Questions Instead of Giving Answers
Dr. Adam Wolfsdorf
Humanities Department Chair at Bay Ridge Prep and author
Bay Ridge Prep
Episode: When Disruption Becomes Opportunity: Embracing Powershifts in the Classroom
Dr. Julie Ross-Kleinmann
Supervisor of Instructional Services for Ulster BOCES Education Edge
Ulster BOCES Education Edge
Episode: The SEL of AI: Keeping Humanity at the Heart of Teaching
Yaa Yaa Whaley-Williams
Supervisor of Instructional Services at Ulster BOCES Education Edge
Ulster BOCES Education Edge
Episode: The SEL of AI: Keeping Humanity at the Heart of Teaching

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Roberta Langer-Kang
Director of CPET and Host of Teaching Today

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 24 ratings
  • Wonderful podcast!

    Congratulations on 100 episodes from a frequent listener and first time reviewer! This podcast, while perhaps oriented towards educators, is accessible and can really be for anyone. The discussion style makes it perfect for listening even on a busy commute, and sometimes you want to join in.

    I enjoy listening to the discussions on this podcast, and it has also contributed to the way I think about my educational philosophy and the ways in which I teach.

    Congratulations on 100 episodes, and ma... more

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    Gjcheryl
    United States3 years ago
  • Fantastic education podcast

    The hosts are amazingly knowledgeable, and I appreciate the way that they speak from their wealth of experience. You won’t find “correct“ answers here, but instead honest thoughtful and experienced people discussing the intricacies of nuances of each topic. A great podcast for educators.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NBlom
    United States3 years ago
  • Great information

    This podcast offers great information in a very conversational way. Nice job.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mattteaches
    United States4 years ago

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183 Rethinking High School: Philanthropy’s Role in Lasting Change
Q: Why focus on high schools for systemic change in education?
High schools are pivotal for young people's transition to adulthood, and current systems often fail to provide rigorous and relevant experiences. By targeting high schools, we aim to unlock potential and improve educational outcomes for students.
Four Lenses for Seeing Your Curriculum Differently
Q: Jacqui, I would love to just kind of hear a little bit more about the actual research.
Jacqui discussed her research on curriculum ideologies, focusing on how teachers struggle with curriculum development due to a lack of support and resources, exploring the historical context and current practices.
The Language of Learning: Supporting MLLs and Newcomers
Q: What could be a high-leverage, non-overwhelming strategy for teachers to support multilingual learners?
Katherine suggests that teachers should show students that their languages are welcomed and create structured opportunities for student discussions to promote language use.
The Language of Learning: Supporting MLLs and Newcomers
Q: What are some challenges that teachers face when working with multilingual learners?
Katherine discusses the challenges of not having enough time to provide needed support and the systemic issues that arise when pulling students out of classrooms for language instruction.
The Language of Learning: Supporting MLLs and Newcomers
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about your background and how you became passionate about supporting multilingual learners and newcomers in the classroom?
Katherine shares that she started her career teaching high school math to English learners, which opened her eyes to the brilliance of multilingual learners and the need for better support structures in education.

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A wide-ranging conversation focused on key issues related to education, this podcast explores innovative strategies to enhance student engagement and success. Each episode features discussions on topics like multilingual education, social justice pedagogy, and the importance of understanding diverse student backgrounds. Noteworthy themes include the challenges surrounding absenteeism, the need for inclusive teaching practices, and the impact of neuroscience on educational methods. With thought-provoking insights from experienced educators, this podcast strives to make connections between educational theories and practical classroom applications, catering to both teachers and educational leaders seeking to improve their practices and adapt t... more

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