We are hearing that in this unprecedented time of COVID-19, more schools are thinking about summer enrichment programs for their students. With significant federal funding from the American Rescue Plan on the way to support student success this summer and in the upcoming school year, Chalkbeat published 6 tips to make your summer school successful. …
You might be hearing the word “equity” a lot these days, and we want to make clear what we mean when we say “Listenwise supports equitable learning.” According to The National Equity Project, “Educational equity means that each child receives what they need to develop to their full academic and social potential.” “Equitable learning” to…
(Pre-order the book and get stickers for your class!) Today’s blog post explores teaching listening to English learners from the chapter 5 in my upcoming book: Listen Wise: Teach Students to be Better Listeners. You can read more about why listening is a skill that matters (chapter 1), the neuroscience behind listening (chapter 2), and…
The pandemic has changed the landscape of education like never before. It has mobilized the use of technology and created challenges for many students, deepening disparities for some as a result of learning environment changes. As school learning environments continue shifting, it’s important to continue to address the needs of all students, especially striving learners. …
(Pre-order the book below and get stickers for your class!) Today’s blog post explores the intersection between listening and reading from chapter 4 in my upcoming book: Listen Wise: Teach Students to be Better Listeners. You can read more about why listening is a skill that matters (chapter 1), the neuroscience behind listening (chapter 2),…
Supporting our students’ mental health will be a core focus for the 2021/22 school year.Many of our podcast lessons can be used to address more than one of the SEL core competencies: self-awareness, self-management, relationship skills, responsible decision making and social awareness, as well as addressing issues like equity. We’ve tried to make it easy…
(Pre-order the book and get stickers for your class!) Today’s blog post explores how to teach listening from a chapter in my upcoming book: Listen Wise: Teach Students to be Better Listeners. In my other sneak peeks, you can read more about chapter 1 and why listening is a skill that matters and chapter 2…
Many educators are seeking ways to diversify teaching resources and incorporate underrepresented voices and perspectives into their curriculum. Sharing and discussing podcasts featuring stories and viewpoints of real people in their own voices can activate students’ emotions, validate their experiences, foster empathy, and promote understanding of diverse perspectives. These stories can also seed constructive dialogue…
(See below for how to get your button!) Today’s blog post takes a deep dive into an upcoming chapter of my book: Listen Wise: Teach Students to be Better Listeners. You can explore a sneak peek on ch. 1 why listening is a skill that matters and ch. 3. on how to teach listening. Today’s…
Teachers using Listenwise podcasts with their students through remote/hybrid instruction continue to share teaching ideas that others can adopt or adapt to fit their particular contexts. Many note that Listenwise’s curriculum resources help students connect what they are learning in class to their lives and the world beyond school. They appreciate the flexibility of the…
Today’s blog post takes a deep dive into an upcoming chapter of my book: Listen Wise: Teach Students to be Better Listeners. You can explore a sneak peek on ch. 2 this is your brain on listening and ch. 3. on how to teach listening. When I was a reporter, and my stories were heard…