ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Creating a vibrant classroom culture is crucial for student engagement and learning. In this episode of The EduCurious Podcast, Alona Robillard, a fifth-grade math teacher at West Bay Elementary, shares her unique approach to teaching and her dedication to cultivating a positive environment. Alona unpacks her valuable insights into creating a classroom culture that not only supports learning but also encourages collaboration and creativity.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:52 Find Your Fit
01:43 School Culture
02:14 Room Transformations
03:53 Sharing Content
04:56 Target Tier One
06:30 Assessing Student Learning and Engagement
07:06 Teacher Growth
07:37 Model It
09:37 Summer Planning and Professional Development
11:20 Preventing Burnout in Educators
12:12 Advice from Ron Clark
13:36 Resources
14:08 Learning from Others and Continuous Improvement
15:10 Tried and True Favorites of Whole Group Lessons
16:00 Popular Activities and Classroom Strategies
16:39 Classroom Management Essentials for New Teachers
17:48 Understanding Tiered Instruction in the Classroom
18:28 A Day in the Life: Classroom Management in Action
21:23 Reflecting on Growth: From Year One to Year Five
24:37 Celebrating Success: Awards and Achievements
25:38 The Importance of Administrative Support
26:30 Setting High Expectations for Young Learners
28:33 Culturally Relevant Teaching Practices
31:52 Harnessing Student Behavior for Positive Outcomes
32:45 Love Them
33:43 See the Greatness
34:15 Strategies for Managing Disruptive Behavior
36:34 Looking Ahead: Preparing Students for the Future
37:10 Who Do You Want Leading the World?
37:44 Closing
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