Episodes

  • Zach is joined by Paul France to discuss practices that foster personalized learning and make teaching more sustainable.
    Show Notes
    Paul's new book, "Make Teaching Sustainable" (https://www.ascd.org/books/make-teaching-sustainable?variant=123011)
    Paul's previous books, "Reclaiming Personalized Learning" (https://us.corwin.com/books/reclaiming-personalized-learning-281021) and "[Humanizing Distance Learning](https://us.corwin.com/books/learning-from-a-distance-276703"
    Annual Visible Learning Conference (https://web.cvent.com/event/563669b8-b42b-46c5-859b-d599f561329c/summary)
    Daniel Pink, "Drive" (https://www.danpink.com/books/drive/)
    Connect with Paul:
    On his website maketeachingsustainable.org (https://maketeachingsustainable.org/)
    On Instagram @sustainteaching (https://www.instagram.com/sustainteaching/)
    By email at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
    Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:
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    Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP)
    Kareem: @kareemfarah23 (https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23) on Twitter
    Toni Rose: @classroomflex (https://twitter.com/classroomflex) on Twitter and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en)
    The Modern Classroom Project (https://www.modernclassrooms.org)
    Modern Classrooms Online Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org)
    Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!
    The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond (https://twitter.com/zpdiamond) on Twitter and Learning to Teach (https://www.learningtoteach.co/) Special Guest: Paul France.

  • This week's episode is the audio from a webinar Toni Rose hosted called Fostering Inclusivity: Navigating Special Education in Student-Centered Classrooms. They are joined by a fantastic panel of Mark Pederson, Maddie Richer, and Cassie Fontaine.
    Show Notes
    Fostering Inclusivity: Navigating Special Education in Student-Centered Classrooms (https://home.edweb.net/webinar/specialed20240509/)
    Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:
    Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
    Send us an audio note (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffmqSsaaU7M0MTXowApIOt-wace2tD6LPct73oEQOlaFp4vQ/viewform?usp=sf_link) and we'll include it on a future episode!
    Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP)
    Kareem: @kareemfarah23 (https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23) on Twitter
    Toni Rose: @classroomflex (https://twitter.com/classroomflex) on Twitter and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en)
    The Modern Classroom Project (https://www.modernclassrooms.org)
    Modern Classrooms Online Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org)
    Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!
    The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond (https://twitter.com/zpdiamond) on Twitter and Learning to Teach (https://www.learningtoteach.co/) Special Guests: Cassie Fontaine, Maddie Richer, and Mark Pederson.

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  • Toni Rose is joined by Ylaiza Perez to talk about teaching authentically and promoting true mastery.
    Show Notes
    Connect with Ylaiza on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ylaiza-perez-03648271/) and Instagram @ylaizaperez_ (https://www.instagram.com/ylaizaperez_/)
    Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week
    Are you ready to keep learning? It's not too late to get a scholarship to our Summer (https://mail.modernclassrooms.org/t/t-l-eiktia-wykjrtkuh-y/) Mentorship Program (https://mail.modernclassrooms.org/t/t-l-eiktia-wykjrtkuh-j/)! Apply now to join a group of innovative educators in meeting every learner's needs.
    Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:
    Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
    Send us an audio note (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffmqSsaaU7M0MTXowApIOt-wace2tD6LPct73oEQOlaFp4vQ/viewform?usp=sf_link) and we'll include it on a future episode!
    Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP)
    Kareem: @kareemfarah23 (https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23) on Twitter
    Toni Rose: @classroomflex (https://twitter.com/classroomflex) on Twitter and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en)
    The Modern Classroom Project (https://www.modernclassrooms.org)
    Modern Classrooms Online Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org)
    Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!
    The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond (https://twitter.com/zpdiamond) on Twitter and Learning to Teach (https://www.learningtoteach.co/) Special Guest: Ylaiza Perez.

  • Toni Rose is joined by Vishal Shah, CEO of Screencastify, to talk about how teachers, students, and industry professionals use Screencastify's various platforms and tools.
    Show Notes
    Screencastify (https://www.screencastify.com/)
    Screencastify Submit (https://www.screencastify.com/products/submit)
    FERPA (https://www2.ed.gov/policy/gen/guid/fpco/ferpa/index.html)
    COPPA (https://www.ftc.gov/legal-library/browse/rules/childrens-online-privacy-protection-rule-coppa)
    SOC-2 (https://secureframe.com/hub/soc-2/what-is-soc-2)
    Connect with Vishal on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/vshahv/) and on Twitter/X @vshahv (https://twitter.com/vshahv)
    Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week
    Applications have opened up for this summer's Virtual Mentorship Program. We’re working to match 6,000 educators with experienced educator mentors who can help build skills around using technology effectively, teaching students how to be more self-directed, and increasing motivation and effort in the classroom. If you’ve always wanted a mentor when implementing our model, now’s the time to apply. Apply here: https://bit.ly/43G7Y71 (https://bit.ly/43G7Y71)
    Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:
    Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
    Send us an audio note (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffmqSsaaU7M0MTXowApIOt-wace2tD6LPct73oEQOlaFp4vQ/viewform?usp=sf_link) and we'll include it on a future episode!
    Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP)
    Kareem: @kareemfarah23 (https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23) on Twitter
    Toni Rose: @classroomflex (https://twitter.com/classroomflex) on Twitter and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en)
    The Modern Classroom Project (https://www.modernclassrooms.org)
    Modern Classrooms Online Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org)
    Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!
    The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond (https://twitter.com/zpdiamond) on Twitter and Learning to Teach (https://www.learningtoteach.co/) Special Guest: Vishal Shah.

  • Toni Rose is joined by Kendra Jergovic and Nick LeDoux to talk about how they use the MCP model to work with very young (1st grade) learners.
    Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week
    Looking for virtual connection? Join our implementer meetup (https://modernclassrooms.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__YZCPIYKSjeGcq06tTiQ5g) on Wednesday, May 8 at 7 pm EST to connect with other Modern Classroom educators.
    Join our edWebinar for a discussion where experienced special education educators share their insights on creating a thriving classroom that celebrates all learners: Fostering Inclusivity: Navigating Special Education in Student-Centered Classrooms on Thursday, May 9 at 6pm ET. Register here (https://home.edweb.net/webinar/specialed20240509/).**
    Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:
    Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
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    Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP)
    Kareem: @kareemfarah23 (https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23) on Twitter
    Toni Rose: @classroomflex (https://twitter.com/classroomflex) on Twitter and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en)
    The Modern Classroom Project (https://www.modernclassrooms.org)
    Modern Classrooms Online Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org)
    Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!
    The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond (https://twitter.com/zpdiamond) on Twitter and Learning to Teach (https://www.learningtoteach.co/) Special Guests: Kendra Jergovic and Nick LeDoux.

  • Toni Rose is joined by Margie Tiner to talk about how her education journey led her to Kami, as well as discussing some of Kami's incredible features.
    Show Notes
    Top Golf (https://topgolf.com/us/)
    Kami (https://www.kamiapp.com/)
    New customers can try Kami for free for the rest of the school year! Click here to sign up (https://www.kamiapp.com/kami-for-free/)
    ISTE (https://iste.org/)
    Kami Certified Educators Course (https://www.kamiapp.com/certified/)
    Connect with Margie:
    By email at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
    On social media @TinersTechTips
    Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:
    Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
    Send us an audio note (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffmqSsaaU7M0MTXowApIOt-wace2tD6LPct73oEQOlaFp4vQ/viewform?usp=sf_link) and we'll include it on a future episode!
    Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP)
    Kareem: @kareemfarah23 (https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23) on Twitter
    Toni Rose: @classroomflex (https://twitter.com/classroomflex) on Twitter and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en)
    The Modern Classroom Project (https://www.modernclassrooms.org)
    Modern Classrooms Online Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org)
    Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!
    The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond (https://twitter.com/zpdiamond) on Twitter and Learning to Teach (https://www.learningtoteach.co/)

  • Zach is joined by Megan Kindred to talk about collaboration at all levels - between students, between adults, and even between students and teachers.
    Show Notes
    Prior episodes of the MCP Podcast on collaboration (https://podcast.modernclassrooms.org/search?utf8=✓&term=collaboration) (this is a saved search on the podcast website - there are a lot of episodes on collaboration)
    15 Fixes for Broken Grades (https://www.smore.com/n4pgh-15-fixes-for-broken-grades)
    Edpuzzle (https://edpuzzle.com/)
    Edutopia videos profiling MCP: Elementary School (https://www.edutopia.org/video/making-self-paced-learning-work-younger-kids/) and High School (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zrR-KIoggf4)
    Auto-updating progress tracker template (https://mcp-tracker.paperform.co/)
    Megan's daily seating chart (https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1-Pmf9Xn08ljtxnQs2Kd6hhR0nVAG3xv2LRHSvcyf1_4/edit?usp=sharing)
    Megan's gameboard with partner tasks (https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1kUtQPbAep50KJ5HUFJH8hO9Qcn_Ut6oPlhzCT36m4BM/edit?usp=sharing)
    iReady Math (https://login.i-ready.com/)
    Stand Up & Shout: Songs from a Philly High School (https://www.hbo.com/movies/stand-up-and-shout-songs-from-a-philly-high-school)
    Connect with Megan by email at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
    Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week
    Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:
    Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
    Send us an audio note (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffmqSsaaU7M0MTXowApIOt-wace2tD6LPct73oEQOlaFp4vQ/viewform?usp=sf_link) and we'll include it on a future episode!
    Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP)
    Kareem: @kareemfarah23 (https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23) on Twitter
    Toni Rose: @classroomflex (https://twitter.com/classroomflex) on Twitter and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en)
    The Modern Classroom Project (https://www.modernclassrooms.org)
    Modern Classrooms Online Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org)
    Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!
    The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond (https://twitter.com/zpdiamond) on Twitter and Learning to Teach (https://www.learningtoteach.co/) Special Guest: Megan Kindred.

  • Zach 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.
    Show Notes
    Work Life podcast by Adam Grant (https://adamgrant.net/podcasts/work-life/) and the episode "How to Change Your workplace (https://www.ted.com/podcasts/worklife/how-to-change-your-workplace-transcript)"
    Edutopia videos profiling MCP: High School (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zrR-KIoggf4) and Elementary School (https://www.edutopia.org/video/making-self-paced-learning-work-younger-kids/)
    Dana's Tracker ([https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Yl6ct5K3mgMSISsJ_N6ZX_C_oiyNymcZ3tMcEAdm7f8/copy](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Yl6ct5K3mgMSISsJ_N6ZX_C_oiyNymcZ3tMcEAdm7f8/copy))
    Ibis Paint (https://ibispaint.com)
    Procreate (https://procreate.com/)
    Kleki (https://kleki.com/)
    Chrome Canvas (https://canvas.apps.chrome/)
    Figma/Figjam (https://www.figma.com/figjam/)
    Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:
    Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
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    Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP)
    Kareem: @kareemfarah23 (https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23) on Twitter
    Toni Rose: @classroomflex (https://twitter.com/classroomflex) on Twitter and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en)
    The Modern Classroom Project (https://www.modernclassrooms.org)
    Modern Classrooms Online Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org)
    Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!
    The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond (https://twitter.com/zpdiamond) on Twitter and Learning to Teach (https://www.learningtoteach.co/) Special Guest: Dana Pelzman.

  • 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.
    Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week
    Join us for our second session with Screencastify on Thursday, Apr. 4, 6pm ET. We’re focusing on Students as Creators. Register here (https://modernclassrooms.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rnO1V2beS8ytKVZb0U6TGg).
    Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:
    Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
    Send us an audio note (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffmqSsaaU7M0MTXowApIOt-wace2tD6LPct73oEQOlaFp4vQ/viewform?usp=sf_link) and we'll include it on a future episode!
    Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP)
    Kareem: @kareemfarah23 (https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23) on Twitter
    Toni Rose: @classroomflex (https://twitter.com/classroomflex) on Twitter and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en)
    The Modern Classroom Project (https://www.modernclassrooms.org)
    Modern Classrooms Online Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org)
    Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!
    The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond (https://twitter.com/zpdiamond) on Twitter and Learning to Teach (https://www.learningtoteach.co/) Special Guest: Sarahya College.

  • Toni Rose is joined by Marquitta Thomas to talk about how she uses the model at the pre-K level.
    Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog (https://www.modernclassrooms.org/blog/supporting-the-whole-child-in-self-paced-pre-k).
    Show Notes
    Connect with Marquitta by email at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
    Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week
    Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:
    Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
    Send us an audio note (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffmqSsaaU7M0MTXowApIOt-wace2tD6LPct73oEQOlaFp4vQ/viewform?usp=sf_link) and we'll include it on a future episode!
    Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP)
    Kareem: @kareemfarah23 (https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23) on Twitter
    Toni Rose: @classroomflex (https://twitter.com/classroomflex) on Twitter and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en)
    The Modern Classroom Project (https://www.modernclassrooms.org)
    Modern Classrooms Online Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org)
    Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!
    The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond (https://twitter.com/zpdiamond) on Twitter and Learning to Teach (https://www.learningtoteach.co/) Special Guest: Marquitta Thomas.

  • Toni Rose is joined by high-school and college students Dulce, Aayla, and Breanna to talk about the talk they gave at NCTE and the impact that of a caring educator.
    Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog (https://www.modernclassrooms.org/blog/student-voices-exploring-an-educators-impact).
    Show Notes
    National Council of Teachers of English (https://ncte.org)
    Pedagogy of the Oppressed (https://www.zinnedproject.org/materials/pedagogy-of-the-oppressed/), by Paolo Freire
    Precious Knowledge (https://www.pbs.org/independentlens/documentaries/precious-knowledge/)
    Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week
    MCP is at UCET this week! Be sure to come and find us if you're attending
    Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:
    Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
    Send us an audio note (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffmqSsaaU7M0MTXowApIOt-wace2tD6LPct73oEQOlaFp4vQ/viewform?usp=sf_link) and we'll include it on a future episode!
    Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP)
    Kareem: @kareemfarah23 (https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23) on Twitter
    Toni Rose: @classroomflex (https://twitter.com/classroomflex) on Twitter and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en)
    The Modern Classroom Project (https://www.modernclassrooms.org)
    Modern Classrooms Online Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org)
    Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!
    The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond (https://twitter.com/zpdiamond) on Twitter and Learning to Teach (https://www.learningtoteach.co/) Special Guests: Breanna Lopez and Dulce Gonzalez.

  • Toni Rose is joined by Katie Caster to discuss her work at Edifying Teachers and the importance of curiosity and reflection for teachers.
    Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog (https://www.modernclassrooms.org/blog/stay-curious-with-edifying-teachers).
    Show Notes
    Edifying Teachers (https://edifyingteachers.com/)
    Teachers College at Columbia University (https://www.tc.columbia.edu/)
    Bank Street College of Education (https://www.bankstreet.edu/)
    Dr. Django Paris (https://education.uw.edu/about/directory/django-paris)
    Take My Hand (https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/676198/take-my-hand-by-dolen-perkins-valdez/), by Dolen Perkins-Valdez
    Connect with Katie by email at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) and follow Edifying Teachers on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/edifyteachers/), Twitter (X) (https://twitter.com/edifyteachers), and LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/edifying-teachers/)
    Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:
    Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
    Send us an audio note (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffmqSsaaU7M0MTXowApIOt-wace2tD6LPct73oEQOlaFp4vQ/viewform?usp=sf_link) and we'll include it on a future episode!
    Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP)
    Kareem: @kareemfarah23 (https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23) on Twitter
    Toni Rose: @classroomflex (https://twitter.com/classroomflex) on Twitter and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en)
    The Modern Classroom Project (https://www.modernclassrooms.org)
    Modern Classrooms Online Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org)
    Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!
    The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond (https://twitter.com/zpdiamond) on Twitter and Learning to Teach (https://www.learningtoteach.co/)

  • Toni Rose is joined by taMica Gaither-Banks for an in-depth discussion of the MCP implementation she uses in her computer science classes.
    Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog (https://www.modernclassrooms.org/blog/lessons-from-computer-science).
    Show Notes
    Zoom (https://zoom.us) (and the MCP tutorial on recording videos using Zoom (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qb6QFnIpl38))
    Camtasia (https://www.techsmith.com/video-editor.html)
    Code.org (https://code.org)
    Connect with taMica Gaither-Banks on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/GodKept)
    Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week
    Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:
    Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
    Send us an audio note (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffmqSsaaU7M0MTXowApIOt-wace2tD6LPct73oEQOlaFp4vQ/viewform?usp=sf_link) and we'll include it on a future episode!
    Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP)
    Kareem: @kareemfarah23 (https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23) on Twitter
    Toni Rose: @classroomflex (https://twitter.com/classroomflex) on Twitter and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en)
    The Modern Classroom Project (https://www.modernclassrooms.org)
    Modern Classrooms Online Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org)
    Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!
    The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond (https://twitter.com/zpdiamond) on Twitter and Learning to Teach (https://www.learningtoteach.co/)

  • Toni Rose 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.
    Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog (https://www.modernclassrooms.org/blog/a-conversation-with-learning-for-justice).
    Show Notes
    Learning for Justice (https://www.learningforjustice.org/)
    Abbott Elementary (https://abc.com/shows/abbott-elementary)
    Facing History and Ourselves (https://www.facinghistory.org/)
    Southern Poverty Law Center (https://www.splcenter.org/)
    Learning for Justice's Social Justice Standards (https://www.learningforjustice.org/frameworks/social-justice-standards)
    Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week
    Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:
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    Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP)
    Kareem: @kareemfarah23 (https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23) on Twitter
    Toni Rose: @classroomflex (https://twitter.com/classroomflex) on Twitter and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en)
    The Modern Classroom Project (https://www.modernclassrooms.org)
    Modern Classrooms Online Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org)
    Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!
    The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond (https://twitter.com/zpdiamond) on Twitter and Learning to Teach (https://www.learningtoteach.co/) Special Guests: D’Aisha Smith, Jaci Jones, and Skyla Hudson.

  • Zach is joined by Chad Collins to discuss the gamified materials he's designed and how he approaches gamified teaching in general.
    Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog (https://www.modernclassrooms.org/blog/gamifying-your-classroom-a-discussion-with-chad-collins).
    Show Notes
    Check out Chad's gamified coursework here (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1voIrRd38KYy9PGuCKJ0suY0vuEic5xXxOZ-fKhAcONQ/edit) (along with some other resources he's provided)
    MCP Podcast Episode 172 with Cat from Genially (https://podcast.modernclassrooms.org/172)
    Quizbowl (https://www.naqt.com)
    Blooket (https://www.blooket.com/)
    Gimkit (https://www.gimkit.com/)
    Quizlet (https://quizlet.com/)
    Adam Watson and KyEdRPG (https://sites.google.com/view/kyedrpg) (also check out KyEdRGG's resources page (https://sites.google.com/view/kyedrpg/resources?authuser=0), including some of Chad's work)
    Dungeons and Dragons (https://dnd.wizards.com)
    RPG - Role Playing Games (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Role-playing_game)
    Super Mario Wonder (https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/super-mario-bros-wonder-switch/)
    Ghost (https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Ghost/Jason-Reynolds/Track/9781481450164), by Jason Reynolds
    Zach's Dark Souls blog post (https://www.learningtoteach.co/blog/how-dark-souls-taught-me-to-value-all-learning-in-and-out-of-school)
    Elden Ring (https://www.eldenring.com)
    Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week
    What if you could simplify your mastery checks? In this workshop, learn how to leverage schoolAI Spaces to create AI-based mastery checks, offer instant feedback, and help identify students needing extra support. Register here (https://modernclassrooms.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cptDgMNpTO-lJkUFOneJZw).
    Got questions? We have answers! Attend our monthly Q&A session (https://modernclassrooms.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_i5qe4acYSnG8rwzKEpvsIA) to get your questions answered live on Wednesday, Jan 21, 5pm ET.
    Are you ready to create a story of learning, documented by the learner through familiar sharing tools? In this webinar, you'll discover how Unrulr's advanced features seamlessly integrate with MCP. Register here (https://modernclassrooms.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PsWLt_cQT2qQa1KST6xHAg).
    Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:
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    Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP)
    Kareem: @kareemfarah23 (https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23) on Twitter
    Toni Rose: @classroomflex (https://twitter.com/classroomflex) on Twitter and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en)
    The Modern Classroom Project (https://www.modernclassrooms.org)
    Modern Classrooms Online Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org)
    Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!
    The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond (https://twitter.com/zpdiamond) on Twitter and Learning to Teach (https://www.learningtoteach.co/) Special Guest: Chad Collins.

  • Toni Rose is joined by Marvin Reed to talk about how he disrupts traditional approaches to teaching while prioritizing joy in his classes.
    Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog (https://www.modernclassrooms.org/blog/joyful-disruption-with-marvin-reed).
    Show Notes
    Social Justice Standards (https://www.learningforjustice.org/frameworks/social-justice-standards) (Learning for Justice)
    Playlist with all the songs mentioned on this episode! (still in the works, check back soon!)
    Connect with Marvin on Instagram @majorteach (https://www.instagram.com/majorteach) or by email at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
    Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week
    It’s the last learner series with Genially. Join this workshop to celebrate wins and troubleshoot challenges with the community when you implemented the Genially resource you created. Join us this Tuesday, Feb. 13, 6pm ET. Register here (https://modernclassrooms.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_OwRzbv6BRIOJLq6K-7fllg)
    Looking for virtual connection? Join our implementer meetup (https://modernclassrooms.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YLNYfBxlTZqwoqy3IcQv3A) on Wednesday, Feb 14 at 7 pm EST to connect with other Modern Classroom educators!
    We’re presenting at AASA in San Diego! Join our session, From Suspensions to Self-Regulation: Educators Who Flipped the Script (Session #1931) - 2/16/2024, 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm. Stop by if you’re around!
    Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:
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    Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP)
    Kareem: @kareemfarah23 (https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23) on Twitter
    Toni Rose: @classroomflex (https://twitter.com/classroomflex) on Twitter and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en)
    The Modern Classroom Project (https://www.modernclassrooms.org)
    Modern Classrooms Online Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org)
    Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!
    The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond (https://twitter.com/zpdiamond) on Twitter and Learning to Teach (https://www.learningtoteach.co/) Special Guest: Marvin Reed.

  • Toni Rose is joined by Tacks Feliciano to talk about how he adapted the MCP model into an innovative approach to coaching volleyball.
    Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog (https://www.modernclassrooms.org/blog/self-pacing-in-coaching-sports).
    Show Notes
    MCP Edutopia Videos: High School (https://www.edutopia.org/video/student-centered-model-blended-learning/) and Elementary School (https://www.modernclassrooms.org/videos/v/edutopia-2)
    The MCP Free Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org/?_ga=2.21189630.475157324.1706980957-769232304.1705775886) (also linked below on all episodes!)
    GoPro (https://gopro.com/en/us/shop/cameras/hero12-black/CHDHX-121-master.html?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA5fetBhC9ARIsAP1UMgE0rGY1TQPdIu6H-KP4wfng8MDlJO0lPsItPimIqWwJfxTmycsbe8caAht6EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds)
    Headstrong (https://headstrongmindset.com/headstrong-book/), by Brook Rundle
    MCP Podcast episode 174 (https://podcast.modernclassrooms.org/174) with Steve Schlarman on planning for multiple preps
    Loom (https://www.loom.com)
    Formative (https://www.formative.com)
    Notion (https://www.notion.so)
    Arduino (https://www.arduino.cc)
    Connect with Tacks on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/coachmisterf) and Twitter (X) (https://twitter.com/coachmisterf) @coachmisterf, and by email at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
    Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week
    We have new courses for you! Join us at MCP University Info Session on Tuesday, Feb. 6 at 7pmET. Click here (https://www.modernclassrooms.org/calendar/join-us-at-mcp-university) for more details.  
    Looking for ways to replace the one-size-fits-all models of instruction? Join us for this webinar on Addressing the Source of the Problem: Broken Instructional Models, Wednesday, Feb. 7 at 1pm ET. Register here (https://modernclassrooms.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Ex8zUYx8TZOlQgc8swHZ-A#/registration). 
    Want to learn how AI can help create student-centered learning environments? Join our first of three learner series with schoolAI on Wednesday, Feb. 7 at 6pm ET. Register here (https://modernclassrooms.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Ox-uCHirTCaPmsqw4nIOjw#/registration). 
    Join our panel discussion on the Student-Centered Classroom: Elementary Edition, where we explore innovative approaches to elementary education on Thursday, Feb. 8, 6pm ET. Click here (https://home.edweb.net/webinar/sdl20240208/) for more details.
    Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:
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    Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP)
    Kareem: @kareemfarah23 (https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23) on Twitter
    Toni Rose: @classroomflex (https://twitter.com/classroomflex) on Twitter and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en)
    The Modern Classroom Project (https://www.modernclassrooms.org)
    Modern Classrooms Online Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org)
    Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!
    The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond (https://twitter.com/zpdiamond) on Twitter and Learning to Teach (https://www.learningtoteach.co/) Special Guest: Tacks Feliciano.

  • Zach 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.
    Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog (https://www.modernclassrooms.org/blog/planning-for-multiple-preps).
    Show Notes
    Project Lead the Way (https://www.pltw.org/curriculum/pltw-engineering?utm_term=engineering%20education&utm_campaign=Priority_Engineering&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=2160566647&hsa_cam=19589385527&hsa_grp=146249770478&hsa_ad=645540575009&hsa_src=g&hsa_tgt=kwd-11912711&hsa_kw=engineering%20education&hsa_mt=b&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA8NKtBhBtEiwAq5aX2KsBZDLZ6z4KZBXlvk__GKauAjgN_iJl3TRpMih74kXCuCkSWOOy7RoCtsQQAvD_BwE)
    Project Based Learning (PBL) (https://www.pblworks.org/what-is-pbl)
    Episode of MCP Podcast with Wesley McCammon (https://podcast.modernclassrooms.org/28)
    Ungrading (https://ctl.columbia.edu/faculty/sapp/ungrading/#:~:text=Ungrading%2C%20broadly%20defined%2C%20is%20an,Blum%20%26%20Kohn%2C%202020)) and the episode of the MCP Podcast on Ungrading (https://podcast.modernclassrooms.org/157)
    Connect with Steve in the MCP Educator Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) or on Twitter (X) @mrschlarman_fzn (https://twitter.com/MrSchlarman_FZN)
    Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week
    Shades of Excellence meetup on Monday, Jan. 29, 7pm ET. Register here (https://modernclassrooms.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bkrF9pW0S4adz7uMJwJPuw#/registration)
    Building Interactive Learning Journeys with Genially on Tuesday, Jan. 30, 6pm ET. Register here (https://modernclassrooms.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_yauCC5FlTzqFnZSos76fUg).
    Join our monthly Twitter chat on Wednesday,  Jan. 31, 7pm ET. Follow us @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) and follow #MCPchat.
    Join our webinar with Padlet: Using Padlet in Your Modern Classroom on Thursday, Feb. 1 at 6pm ET. Register here (https://modernclassrooms.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_AixVx6J2Qous3jxn79ldGg)
    Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:
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    Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP)
    Kareem: @kareemfarah23 (https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23) on Twitter
    Toni Rose: @classroomflex (https://twitter.com/classroomflex) on Twitter and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en)
    The Modern Classroom Project (https://www.modernclassrooms.org)
    Modern Classrooms Online Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org)
    Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!
    The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond (https://twitter.com/zpdiamond) on Twitter and Learning to Teach (https://www.learningtoteach.co/) Special Guest: Steve Schlarman.

  • Toni Rose is joined by Micah Daniels for a conversation on culturally responsive education for indigenous students and communities.
    Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog (https://www.modernclassrooms.org/blog/indigenous-teaching-practices).
    Show Notes
    Learn more about MCP at FETC
    [Helen Thomas](https://www.edsurge.com/writers/helen-thomas (https://sites.google.com/view/helenwoapethomas/home)
    The Inconvenient Indian (https://www.upress.umn.edu/book-division/books/the-inconvenient-indian), by Thomas King
    An Indigenous People's History of the United States (https://www.beacon.org/An-Indigenous-Peoples-History-of-the-United-States-P1164.aspx), by Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz
    This is not a Peace Pipe (https://utorontopress.com/9781442690790/this-is-not-a-peace-pipe/), by Dale Turner
    Flip (https://info.flip.com/en-us.html) (formerly Flipgrid)
    Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week
    Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:
    Email us questions and feedback at: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
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    Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP)
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    Toni Rose: @classroomflex (https://twitter.com/classroomflex) on Twitter and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en)
    The Modern Classroom Project (https://www.modernclassrooms.org)
    Modern Classrooms Online Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org)
    Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!
    The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond (https://twitter.com/zpdiamond) on Twitter and Learning to Teach (https://www.learningtoteach.co/) Special Guest: Micah Daniels.

  • Zach 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.
    Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog (https://www.modernclassrooms.org/blog/how-genially-can-support-your-modern-classroom).
    Show Notes
    Genially (https://genial.ly)
    Genially Templates (https://genial.ly/templates/)
    Genially on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/@genially_official)
    Genially Academy (https://academy.genial.ly/en/)
    Becky Keene (https://view.genial.ly/profile/beckykeene)
    Escape Games (https://genial.ly/templates/gamification/escape-room/)
    Follow Cat on Twitter/X @catspencer21 (https://twitter.com/catspencer21)
    Follow Genially on social media @geniallyofficial
    Genially Jukebox Template (https://view.genial.ly/5cfe2d54d4803a0f52acba9d)
    Name That Tune Template (https://genial.ly/template/guess-the-song/)
    Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week
    Want to create an interactive learning experience for your learners? Join our first of three Learner Series with Genially starting Tuesday, January 16, 6pm ET. Register here (https://modernclassrooms.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Gidgpz8HSiePKBsgTS7DTQ).
    Looking for ways to take care of your being? We’re partnering with edWell to talk more about addressing well-being in education on Thursday, January 18, 6pm ET. Register here (https://modernclassrooms.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ZPY7MPuFSFu66b5RHPeGww).
    Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:
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    Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) (remember you can tweet us questions by using the hashtag #askMCP)
    Kareem: @kareemfarah23 (https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23) on Twitter
    Toni Rose: @classroomflex (https://twitter.com/classroomflex) on Twitter and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en)
    The Modern Classroom Project (https://www.modernclassrooms.org)
    Modern Classrooms Online Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org)
    Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!
    The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond (https://twitter.com/zpdiamond) on Twitter and Learning to Teach (https://www.learningtoteach.co/) Special Guest: Cat Spencer.