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8 great education podcasts to try this year

February 11, 2021 by Laura Ascione

Educators are short on time, but these education podcasts are well worth the investment

Who doesn't love a good podcast? True crime, self-improvement, history, finance--there's something for everyone. And if you're looking for new education podcasts to start your year off right,…

How do I share something difficult with my colleague?

April 30, 2018April 24, 2018 by Jennifer Abrams

Something happened. Your colleague said something you found a bit harsh or inappropriate. Something inaccurate or uncalled for. She said it to you. Or to a student. Gulp.…

How do I share something challenging with my supervisor?

April 3, 2018 by Jennifer Abrams

Almost everyone of us has someone we work with who is “above us” on the hierarchy. A principal, a manager, a department chair, a director, an assistant superintendent,…

“What you should do is…” and other ways to offer a suggestion that annoys people

March 8, 2018 by Jennifer Abrams

We’ve all been there. We know better. We want to help others just “get it.” Then we tell them what they should do. If they just tried this…

Can I give you some feedback? And other ways to not offer ideas

March 2, 2018February 19, 2018 by Jennifer Abrams

Have you ever heard the question, “Can I give you some feedback?” Did you want to say “No” immediately? Did your fight-or-flight reflex go into hyper mode? If…

How to ask the questions people want to answer

January 25, 2018January 25, 2018 by Jennifer Abrams

“How was your winter holiday?” “What are your resolutions for 2018?” “How are you today?” Lots of eager ears are awaiting your responses. Or are they? And are…

Teachers: English learners need resources, support

May 6, 2019January 12, 2018 by Laura Ascione

Most K-12 educators (80 percent) said they believe English Language Learner (ELL) instruction is a top priority for their school or district, according to a new survey. Ninety-nine…

How to reach high achievement through listening skills

December 5, 2017 by By Jennifer Abrams

I worked on the skill of being an effective group member and continue to do so. Many of my consulting colleagues, within their work on coaching, collaborating and…

Hey educators: Are you trustworthy? Here are 4 vital signs for identifying and assessing trust in schools

November 22, 2017November 20, 2017 by By Jennifer Abrams

Trust is a big word. It may be just one syllable and it’s certainly not a word the Spelling Bee organizers would consider a great challenge (or have…

Teachers: How to use your voice for a positive school culture

November 6, 2017November 6, 2017 by By Jennifer Abrams

Moving from the classroom into the role of a teacher leader and a coach was a transition, to say the least. I recognized I was credentialed in teaching…

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