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In the Mind Of Education

In the Mind Of Education

By Josh

In the Mind of Education is hosted by elementary school teacher Josh Hendrickson. Hendrickson gives listeners a chance to see the world through the eyes of educational stakeholders. Each week, Hendrickson tackles topics in and around education. From time to time these conversations include educational stakeholders, cohosts, and guests. Through these conversations laughter, thoughtfulness, and fun ensues! Tune in each week for a new adventure in education.
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In the Mind Of EducationJan 23, 2020

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4 Ways Districts Are Giving Teachers More Flexibility in Their Jobs

4 Ways Districts Are Giving Teachers More Flexibility in Their Jobs

In this weeks episode we take a look at 4 big changes made in the time of Covid-19 within education and how those changes will impact the future of education itself!


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https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/4-ways-districts-are-giving-teachers-more-flexibility-in-their-jobs/2021/05



May 19, 202127:55
Learning Loss, in General, Is a Misnomer': Study Shows Kids Made Progress During COVID-19
May 12, 202120:07
Teacher Appreciation Week: Who inspired me?
May 05, 202119:49
Discussing the Derek Chauvin Trial in Class: How Teachers Are Doing It, and Why
Apr 21, 202129:40
Three Items That Have Kept My Virtual Classroom Engaged

Three Items That Have Kept My Virtual Classroom Engaged

In episode ten of In The Mind of Education we take a break from checking out edweek.org and I talk about the three items that have kept my virtual classroom engaging! There is also a bonus one (so really 4 items) but I have found these things impactful and wanted to share them with my audience in hopes that you might find them impactful too!
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Apr 14, 202118:36
Driving Academic Improvement by Empowering Parents

Driving Academic Improvement by Empowering Parents

In this weeks episode we take a look at how to improve academic achievement through empowering parents. Specifically we take a look at how Detroit Public Schools have taking huge steps to involving the invaluable stakeholders that are legal guardians of our students. How have these steps impacted Detroit Public Schools to rise from the ashes of 2016? Listen in to find out!

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Apr 07, 202129:55
The Coming Literacy Crisis: There's no Going Back to School as We Knew It.
Mar 31, 202124:56
How Do We Teach in an Autonomous World?
Mar 24, 202126:47
The Do's and Don'ts of Hybrid Teaching
Mar 10, 202127:37
The Ten Zoom Commandments For Elementary Teachers.
Mar 03, 202127:18
Don’t Teach Black History Without Joy
Feb 24, 202121:55
How Do I Get My Students To Put Their Phones Down.
Feb 17, 202120:27
Classwork and Real World Application
Feb 10, 202122:02
Can Virtual Learning Improve?

Can Virtual Learning Improve?

Thank you for supporting us in season 2 Markers and Minions! Check out our sponsor below!

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In this week's episode we take a look at an article in education week entitled how online teaching needs to improve even after the pandemic. In this episode I read some of the article and then give my thoughts about the conclusions I can make after reading it. I know that when I first read the article title it made me mad. I felt like I was doing as much as I could with virtual teaching. However, much like reading directions for students after I read  the article I made a lot of connections that I wouldn't have made without reading it. It's one of those cases where the headline grabs you and the content makes you motivated. Below is the cited information from both the article and the research done within the article. As well as the first of our markers and minions sponsor links! Don't forget to  leave a review, follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. season 2 episodes will drop every Wednesday at 8 a.m.

Lieberman, M., Arnett, T., & Christensen Institute. (2021, January 11). How Online Teaching Needs to Improve—Even After the Pandemic. EducationWeek. Retrieved January 29, 2021, from https://www.edweek.org/technology/how-online-teaching-needs-to-improve-even-after-the-pandemic/2021/01

Feb 03, 202124:03
Season 2 Trailer

Season 2 Trailer

Ladies and gentlemen welcome back to in the mind of education. 


Season one started off as an idea and a dream where I could give students a unique outlet to share their thoughts and ideas. This dream quickly snowballed into a wild success and people were tuning in from all over the world. From Detroit Michigan to Județul Cluj Romania listeners kept coming back week after week. The good news is that season one is currently available in its entirety on apple podcasts, Spotify, google podcasts, or anywhere else you like to listen. Catch up on season 1 now before season 2 premieres on February 3rd 2021. In season 2 we will cover a variety of topics that range from top tens to current trends in education. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to get the latest updates and vote in polls. I can't wait to continue this journey with you as we dive back into the mind of education! See you soon!

Jan 15, 202101:18
Why Be a Teacher: Mr. Patrick Mencke

Why Be a Teacher: Mr. Patrick Mencke

In the final episode of season one I sit down with Patrick Mencke to discuss his reasons for being a teacher. Through the questions I try to bring some positive light to the education profession and Patrick does a great job at discussing his path to teaching, his dream field trip, and all of the amazing things that he is doing as a teacher in 2020!

May 13, 202042:33
Why Be a Teacher: Madison Woodward

Why Be a Teacher: Madison Woodward

In this weeks episode I sit down with Madison Woodward to discuss her reasons for being a teacher. Through the questions I try to bring some positive light to the education profession and Madison does. great job at discussing her path to teaching, her dream field trip, and all of the amazing things that she is doing as a teacher in 2020!

May 06, 202029:30
School Lunch and Big Green
Apr 29, 202043:37
When Am I Ever Going to Use This?!

When Am I Ever Going to Use This?!

In this weeks episode we take a DEEP dive into the dreaded topic of Math. On top of that we answer the age old question "Teacher! When am I ever going to use math in my real life?!" You want to cook something? You need math! You want to go to the store? You need math! You want to use a coupon to get 2 for 1? You need math! Math is all around us and in this episode we talk about just that! 

Apr 22, 202021:49
Mackinac Island Field Trip
Apr 15, 202041:41
Putting Yourself First and Other Struggles of Educators

Putting Yourself First and Other Struggles of Educators

In this episode I set down with Ms. Michelle Victoria! We discuss the importance of putting yourself first and finding your new normal within this unprecedented time we are currently living in! Below is some information about Michelle
About Michelle .....
I am a passionate mental health advocate. I would love the opportunity to forward the mental health conversation with you because I have personally been impacted by mental illness. I have the “trifecta” of mental health experiences.
1) I grew up loving and caring for my bipolar mother.
2) I helped build the largest mental health employee resource group at a fortune 500 company.
3) I experienced depression due to a life event reminding me that nobody is immune to mental illness at any given point in their life.
My life’s purpose is to be a massive contribution in eliminating the mental health stigma and creating more compassion. I am out to use my experiences to elevate the conversation and empower others to become conduits for real change in the workplace and in the community. I am committed to causing more open conversations and empowering people and companies to cause more compassionate environments for people living with invisible disabilities. I am on a mission to cause cultures of compassion at work, in community, and in our classrooms so that everyone can be their full authentic selves and thrive in compassionate inclusive cultures!
Why?
Mental illness is a topic that desperately needs more attention given the statistics of 1 in 5 Americans suffering annually from a mental health condition like anxiety or depression and that 8 of 10 Americans are not seeking treatment. My book Breaking Into My Life was written to help myself—along with the rest of us—better understand the world of mental illness. I hope my story of perseverance and triumph helps challenge and transform the “suffer in silence” dynamic, and makes mental illness more understood, treated and accepted.
And… Mental disorders are the single most expensive category of health costs for many employers across all industries. $17 billion USD is lost annually in productivity due to unaddressed mental health concerns. I am committed to causing change in the workplace where we spend so many hours of our lives and proactively shaping how our youth relate to brain health.

Resources for people suffering mental illness
- NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
- Keep talking: A free online, peer to peer community for those navigating a brain health challenges called
www.18percent.org. Free, anonymous and at your fingertips on your phone. Keep talking.
My websites:
www.michelleedickinson.com
www.breakingintomylife.com
Instagram -@michelledickinson71
Twitter- @mdickinson13
Facebook - www.facebook.com/michelle.dickinson.146?ref=bookmarks
Free chapter of my book: breakingintomylife.com/excerpt/
Apr 08, 202034:24
Performing E-Learning Miracles through a Global Pandemic
Apr 01, 202030:13
Teacher Anxiety and the Coronavirus

Teacher Anxiety and the Coronavirus

In this weeks episode I sit down with fellow teacher Andrew Mills and discuss with him the anxieties that teachers face. We discuss real feelings, real questions, and most importantly spread out real positive messages from teachers all over the country. This is part one of a three part series on the coronavirus. I hope that this episode provides a glimmer of hope, happiness, and provides a time to pause this crazy life we are currently living in! Please don't forget to like, review, and share!

Resources for Pre-K teachers

-Khan Academy Kids https://learn.khanacademy.org/khan-academy-kids/
-Starfall
https://www.starfall.com/h/
-ScrapBox in Ann Arbor is doing curbside pick up for craft kits
www.scrapa2.org
-Science Experiments
https://www.mkewithkids.com/post/here-are-two-weeks-worth-of-fun-and-easy-science-experiments?fbclid=IwAR2-FFGqr3wElGUPI5UMGxa4t5Fk-tY1O_6pIR5GgGQKBLsUZX3z2ZldXfw
-Gross
Motor fun with GoNoodle  https://www.gonoodle.com/
-Cosmic Kids Frozen Yoga
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xlg052EKMtk&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR2n7Fco9ZA_yeF6b8iM_TUk9HHl7m-BRgVT_XCRdk6deM-NLSW1FvO2xZY
-Video
Call with loved ones with Zoom, Skype, Facebook, GoogleHangout

Ways to talk to your kids about Corona:

-"We're working together to keep more people from getting sick by
pausing school and other crowded places. It's so awesome so many people
are working together to help one another out!"
-Be honest, in a kid-friendly way. Children have the right to truthful
information about what is going on, but also be sensitive to their level
of anxiety, watch their reactions, and explain things slowly.
-Assure them that they are safe.
-Emphasize things you can do in your home to keep germs away.
-Listen to their questions. Validate their feelings.

resources:
-https://www.unicef.org/coronavirus/how-talk-your-child-about-coronavirus-covid-19?fbclid=IwAR2iWNwI45VxKNGDh87N21V7zle_40iE36GFkTsTGATZVPl9FayHsu_tfXY
-https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-coronavirus?fbclid=IwAR3KdttouZvPEq1s3-6fsiBfZ4OmZDhdVC0Y46B8BEBZO-PfZscJ7o69Pkw
-https://www.tinabryson.com/news/coronavirus-talking-points-for-parents-amp-teachers-with-the-whole-brain-child-approach?fbclid=IwAR0LR5LsDi2o0PtOweqy45oNyZxQZ1dWIJOeBTHknhg6Fln0Tgy7od0_9Lg

Mar 25, 202039:52
Video Game Insider
Mar 18, 202034:37
Wait, I Can Explain

Wait, I Can Explain

In this weeks episode I sit down with students to discuss how they get out of their chores! In this weeks coffee corner I discuss some tips on how to make this March is reading month your best one yet!
Mar 11, 202027:20
The Greatest Invention

The Greatest Invention

In this week's episode, I sit down with 5th-grade students to discuss the world's greatest invention. There are some interesting responses and surprisingly not one student said Fortnite. In the coffee corner this week I sit down with Mr. Robson to discuss The Michigan Context and Performance Report Card to discuss the great improvements that Global Heights Academy has made and the improvements we have planned for the future. 

Michigan Context Link


https://www.mackinac.org/new-report-card-ranks-michigans-elementary-and-middle-schools

Mar 04, 202029:21
Bradlee W Skinner
Feb 26, 202034:45
Too Much Homework
Feb 19, 202034:41
The Best Kind of Friend
Feb 12, 202034:01
If you could be anyone for the day.
Feb 05, 202019:34
Teacher for the day!

Teacher for the day!

In this episode, I sit down with 5th-grade students and discuss with them what THEY would do if they got to be a teacher for a day. There are a lot of typical responses in this episode about all-day recess, and ice cream parties. However, I think you'll be surprised by one student who says they would stick to the schedule and keep all things focused on learning!
Jan 29, 202022:37
Always Learning

Always Learning

The topic of this episode is "Always Learning" You might be thinking wow! a teacher talking about learning how original! Well, I might surprise you on where my opinions and thoughts go on this topic because learning does not just take place in the classroom!

Jan 23, 202012:42
In the Mind of a Fifth Grader

In the Mind of a Fifth Grader

Hi, my name is Joshua Hendrickson. I am a fifth-grade teacher in Michigan and this is my podcast In the mind of a fifth-grader. This is a short preview of our brand new bi-weekly series where we ask questions to real 5th graders!  So subscribe now and look out for our first episode coming out January 2020. 

Dec 11, 201900:46