What do we mean when we use the word “equity”? Over the past few years, you might heard that word mentioned a lot — but what does it really mean? Listenwise supports equitable learning through Culturally Responsive Teaching, and we need to describe how we hold ourselves accountable to that standard. According to The National…
(Pre-order the book and get stickers for your class!) Today’s blog post explores teaching listening to English learners from the chapter 6 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 2), the neuroscience behind listening (chapter 3), 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 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 2), the neuroscience behind listening (chapter 3),…
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 for you as an educator to explore specific sample ideas below as starting places…
(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 2 and why listening is a skill that matters and chapter 3…
Many educators are seeking ways to diversify teaching resources and incorporate underrepresented voices and perspectives into their curriculum. Fortunately, Listenwise podcasts promote DEI & SEL goals! 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….
(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. 2 why listening is a skill that matters and ch. 4. on how to teach listening. …
Teachers using Listenwise podcasts with their students 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 Listenwise platform and…
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. 3 this is your brain on listening and ch. 4. on how to teach listening. When I was a reporter, and my stories were heard nationally…
