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In this episode of the Shifting Schools podcast, Tricia Friedman interviews Jeff Utecht about the importance of understanding generational differences in education and leadership. They discuss how each generation’s upbringing shapes their expectations and behaviors, particularly in the context of technology and social media. Jeff emphasizes the need for educators […]

This week we bring you a special episode of another show you might like: Outliers. “Outliers in Education” is a project of CEE, The Center for Educational Effectiveness. Find out more at effectiveness.org. Produced by Jamie Howell at Howell at the Moon Productions. Jeff Utecht goes deep into how AI […]

Links:  Three ways to leverage the big game (free pdf download) Sponsor: Neulight and their MTSS AI product IntelliTier Summary In this episode of Shifting Schools, Jeff Utecht and Tricia Friedman discuss the intersection of the Super Bowl and media literacy. They explore how educators can leverage the Super Bowl’s […]

Marcela Andrés takes us through the phenomenal book: Purposeful Educator Connections: Five Principles to Strengthen Relationships with Students , a transformative guide that offers practical strategies to help educators deepen their connections with students and drive meaningful change in the classroom. Marcela has dedicated her career to creating culturally responsive […]

Libraries can be a space for community building and idea exchange. During this new era of AI–what is already happening in the library? That’s what we explore this week with three different perspectives on the way the Librarian is a critical voice on all things AI. Ready to meet our […]

On the show this week Jeff and Tricia talk with author, Pepper Stetler about the new book A Measure of Intelligence: One Mother’s Reckoning with the IQ Test. Pepper Stetler is a Professor of Art History at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. She writes extensively on issues facing people with […]

This week Shifting Schools is sharing another podcast with you:  Women Talkin’ ‘Bout AI 🎙️ In this episode of Women Talkin’ ‘Bout AI, host Dr. Kimberly Becker welcomes Tricia Friedman, an all-around educational innovator who’s been doing really future-forward and inclusive work in AI literacy and community building. In this […]

In this conversation, Tricia and Joel Birch explore the transformative power of Lego Serious Play as a facilitation method. Joel shares his background in music and comedy, discussing how these experiences inform his approach to facilitating workshops. They get into the importance of play in communication, the dynamics of team […]

In this conversation, Jeff Utecht and John Gardner discuss the critical role of manufacturing in the American economy and the importance of education in preparing students for careers in this field. Gardner emphasizes the need to change perceptions of manufacturing, highlighting its high-tech nature and the lucrative opportunities it offers. […]

Creativity is essential. On the show this week we loved learning with Crayola’s Cheri Sterman. Cheri is here to tell us all about the power of the upcoming Crayola Creativity Week. Educators and families can register free for this event: https://creativity-week.squarespace.com/ The conversation centers around Crayola Creativity Week, a free […]