Once a week highlights and amplifications from the Twitter discussion of the week on #EdChat. Hosted By Tom Whitby and Nancy Blair and members of the EdChat team of moderators including MaryBeth Hertz, Kyle Pace, Jerry Blumengarten, Jerry Swiatek, Steven Anderson, Shelly Terrell, and Bernadeth Wall in the UK.
Latest episodes
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14 min
Is the End of Standardized Testing Finally In Sight? Probably Not, But…
This conversation explores the evolution and implications of standardized testing in education, highlighting concerns about its effectiveness in measuring 21st century skills and t…
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13 min
It’s 2025, What Are the Most Practical and Effective Solutions We’ve Developed to Manage AI Cheating?
In this episode, host Tom Whitby and moderators Mark Weston and Ashley Eberhart discuss the pervasive issue of cheating in education, particularly focusing on the role of parents a…
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9 min
Lightning Presentation: EdChat Year in Review 2024
The Ed Chat podcast’s 2024 year-in-review dives into 17 episodes covering the hottest topics in education. Key themes include respect for teachers, the impact of technology, profes…
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11 min
Student Absenteeism: How Can We Increase Attendance?
The conversation discusses the increase in student absenteeism during the pandemic and its impact on teachers and teaching. It explores the reasons behind the absenteeism, such as…
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11 min
The Cell Phone Dilemma in Schools: To Ban or Not to Ban
We discuss the implications of cell phone usage in schools, exploring the evolution of technology in education, the debate surrounding cell phone bans, and the importance of engage…
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12 min
Moving Toward Self-Directed Teacher Professional Development
This week, we search for a better professional development model in education. We begin by examining the outdated approaches and underscore the importance of respecting self-direct…
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10 min
The Value of Instructional Coaches in Supporting Teachers
Instructional coaches can play a crucial role in supporting teachers, particularly in implementing new strategies or technologies in the classroom. This episode highlights the impo…
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13 min
Staying Ahead of Gen AI in the Classroom As the Technology Moves From Theory to Practice
The conversation explores how generative artificial intelligence is moving from theory to practical application in classrooms. It highlights the initial resistance to AI tools like…
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8 min
Making Schools Safe As Gun Violence and Mental Health Issues Rise
Today’s discussion centers on safety practices in the U.S. and New Zealand, touching on various methods like armed guards, metal detectors, and inclusive policies. We explored diff…
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14 min
How Can K12 Teachers Help Students Prepare for Careers That Bypass Traditional College?
College costs continue to rise, driving many families and students into decades of debt. Meanwhile, new career opportunities that pay well and don’t require a college degree are em…
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13 min
Is Public Education Entering A Wild, Wild West Period?
Public education is in a state of flux that some see as a wild, wild west moment rich with possibilities and potential peril. This week, discuss the changes educators see on the ho…
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14 min
Sustaining High Student Curiosity Beyond the Early Grade Levels: What Works?
Why does student curiosity decline as students progress through higher grade levels? How can we sustain students’ desire to learn as they grow older? We explore the range of potent…
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12 min
Protecting Students While Ensuring Access to Diverse Books: How We Can Do Both
As the practice of book banning in schools gains momentum, we discuss how we can honor parents’ concerns while ensuring students can access diverse literature. One solution offered…
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14 min
Using Teachable Moments to Connect Students With the World
This week we talk about “teachable moments” when teachers stop the usual lessons to talk about things happening in the world that matter to students. The conversation shows how imp…
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13 min
How Can We Make Teacher Observations More Meaningful and Useful?
Teacher observations can be beneficial and helpful, or intimidating and counterproductive. How can we make these experiences more meaningful and effective? Follow on Twitter: @tomw…
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14 min
Strategies for Getting the Most Out of Education Conferences
Education conference season has started. In this episode, we look at conferences and explore ways to get the most out of attending them. Follow on Twitter: @tomwhitby @HarveyAlvy1…