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Driving Toward Mastery in Health, PE, and Driver’s Ed
In this episode, Toni Rose Deanon is joined by Debbie Fry, a PE, Health, and Driver Educator of 22 years, to share her journey implementing a blended, self-paced, and mastery-based learning environment.
Hacking Student Engagement: Cybersecurity, AI, and Self-Paced Learning in the Modern Classroom
In this episode, Toni Rose Deanon is joined by Sam Meisenburg, a cyber security and AI training expert, discussing his experience implementing Modern Classrooms Project methodologies with high school students.
Beyond Dodgeball: How One Teacher Is Creating Inclusive, Student-Centered Movement Spaces
In this episode, Toni Rose Deanon is joined by Jake Bersin, a seasoned health and PE teacher, to talk about his extensive experience and his journey into the Modern Classrooms Project.
Modern Classrooms Project & Credit Recovery
In this episode, Toni Rose Deanon is joined by the St. Paul Public Schools credit recovery team, consisting of Amy, Kara, Renee, and Sierra, to share their innovative approach to alternative education.
Redefining Hands-On Learning: How Self-Pacing Transforms the FACS Classroom
In this episode, Toni Rose Deanon is joined by Mauranda Comley, a Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) teacher, to talk about her experiences implementing a self-paced learning environment.
How One Elementary Teacher Blends iReady with the Modern Classrooms Model
In this episode, Toni Rose Deanon is joined by Teri McNulty, an elementary school teacher, who shares her experiences implementing the Modern Classrooms Project model, particularly focusing on integrating it with the iReady curriculum.
Teaching for Tomorrow: Skills-Based Learning in a Modern Classroom
In this episode, Zach Diamond is joined by Carson Hickox, a middle school social studies teacher, to share his journey implementing the Modern Classrooms Project model.
Empowering Teachers Through Coaching: Lessons from Hoover City Schools’ Modern Classrooms Journey
In this episode, Toni Rose Deanon is joined by Jamie Nutter, a technology instructional coach, to discuss implementation in Hoover City Schools.
Tech Integration & Human Connection in Social Studies
In this episode, Frank Hernandez, a 30-year veteran educator to talk about his journey in education and his embrace of the Modern Classrooms model in his social studies classes.
Modern Classrooms in Kindergarten: Key Insights from the Podcast
In this episode, Toni Rose Deanon is joined by Saenovia Smith, a kindergarten teacher, to share what successful implementation of the Modern Classrooms Project looks like in kindergarten.
Discussing Transitions with Toni Rose and Zach Diamond
In this episode, co-hosts Toni Rose Deanon and Zach Diamond discuss Zach’s transition to teaching high school digital media production.
Key Takeaways: Robert Barnett on Meeting Every Learner's Needs
In this episode, Zach Diamond is joined by MCP’s Co-founder, Rob Barnett to talk more about his new book, "Meet Every Learner's Needs."
Parallel Perspectives from Elementary Special Education
In this episode, Zach Diamond is joined by Leslie Pittman, a special educator from Baltimore City Schools to discuss her sixth year in education and her role in teaching math to grades three through five.
3 Ways to Implement Self-Pacing from a Shelby County Educator
Toni Rose met with Ms. Pollard, a Shelby County educator who has a self-paced classroom, and discovered some of her best practices for shifting away from lectures to a self-paced classroom and here is what we learned.
3 Lessons from Baltimore Public Schools
Community Engagement Manager Toni Rose Deanon visited Baltimore City Public Schools this fall and walked away with so many great tips from BCPS educators, we just had to share!
Student Voices from Elementary Modern Classrooms
In this episode, Zach Diamond is joined once more Marlene Tapia-Garcia, this time with three of her 1st grade bilingual Math students to discuss how her students enjoy the variety of learning activities, including math games and videos, and appreciate the flexibility to work at their own pace.
3 Tips from Hoover City Classrooms
Community Engagement Manager Toni Rose Deanon visited Hoover City, Alabama this fall and walked away with so many great tips for educators, we just had to share!
Xian Lu: On Culturally Responsive Teaching
In this episode, Zach Diamond is joined by Xian Lu, a high school World Language teacher and culturally responsive educator. Xian shares her journey from China to the U.S., emphasizing the impact of her early education experiences on her teaching philosophy.
Assignments vs. Mastery Checks: What’s the Difference?
Assignments and mastery checks are both important components of Modern Classrooms. But what’s the difference?
Caregiver Perspectives on Modern Classrooms
In this episode, Toni Rose Deanon is joined by April Burton, an instructional technology content leader from the Francis Howell School District, to discuss her journey with the Modern Classrooms Project.