From Theory to Practice: Sara Fitzpatrick (STEM Education Scholar Series 3)

In our series, "From Theory to Practice," we're thrilled to reconnect with some of our  CMU Alumni, who we got to know through out STEM Education Scholar Program. Today, we shine the spotlight on Sara Fitzpatrick, a former math teacher and current school counselor.

Links:
From Theory to Practice: Bailey Birman (STEM Education Scholars Series 1) 
From Theory to Practice: Ryan Stevens (STEM Education Scholar Series 2) 

Intro Music: David Biedenbender 

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In our series, "From Theory to Practice," we're thrilled to reconnect with some of our  CMU Alumni, who we got to know through out STEM Education Scholar Program. Today, we shine the spotlight on Ryan Stevens a middle school math and STEM teacher. 

Join us as we delve into Ryan's journey from student to teacher, exploring the invaluable lessons learned and the profound impact of his CMU experience on his teaching philosophy and practices.

Ryan's Links
Mavin
Edison Robots

Our Links:
Teacher Professional Development


Intro Music:
David Biedenbender
Other Music:
Music by 민관 박 from Pixabay
Music by Oleksii Kaplunskyi from Pixabay

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We caught up with some of our CMU Alumni, the students who we got to know well as STEM Education Scholars. Bailey Birman is teaches math at an alternative high school in Michigan. She shares the ways in which she felt prepared to teach and what has been a learning curve. Her thoughts on keeping a healthy boundary between her classroom and her life as well why she is excited to stay in such a challenging profession are worth the listen. 

Intro Music: David Biedenbender
Other Music: Pixabay 

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We wrap up our assessment series by talking with Nicole Hagle. Nicole shares her strategies for looking at proficiencies instead of points. We talk about what happens when students do not understand the grading system and what we can do to help. 
Other Episodes on Assessment:
Healthy Grading Practices: Perspectives from a Secondary Teacher
Assessment in Elementary
Assessing Multiple Grades and Skills

Transcript


Intro Music:
David Biedenbender

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We're continuing our conversation on assessment with multi-age teacher, Tammy Clingenpeel. We talk about making "just in time" accommodations, how to differentiate assessment within a fixed curriciulum, and how Tammy's teaching has changed over time. This episode is a thoughtful reflection from a thoughtful teacher. We know you'll love it. 

Intro Music: David Biedenbender
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We're back and talking assessment with elementary teacher Bryant Greiner. We talk assessment strategies for math and reading and the skills we build in elementary. Bryant's warm and enthusiasm for learning about his students skills and personalities is a great reminder of how building relationships with students must be factored into every aspect of teaching and learning. Tune in to hear tips and ideas that would work for any grade level! 

Intro Music: 
David Biedenbender

Other Music: 
Pixabey 

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We hope you enjoy our interview with June Teisan. She's a long-time educator and a life-long learner. We discuss the 3Ps of project, place, and problem based learning.

Links
NCWIT
InnovatED 313

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Intro Music: David Biedenbender
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How do we communicate student growth? Is that the same as work ethic? The same as effort? Our conversation with teacher Aric Foster gets us thinking about what makes a healthy grading practice. 

Our Email: cese@cmich.edu 

Intro Music: 
David Biedenbender

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Pixabay 

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We spoke with Lizzie Dilg, director of the Discovery Museum in Mt. Pleasant Michigan. We discussed how museums are designed to foster learning and how we can learn from the way informal educators approach children.

Museum Links:
Discovery Museum on Facebook
Discovery Museum Website
Discovery Museum on Instagram
STEM Passport

Music Intro: 
David Biedenbender

Other sounds: Pixabay 

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Julie and Ashley are back for another season of Teach Wonder. Listen as we talk about what teaching lessons we've learned this summer and some fun takes on our adventures in reading.

Links:
Unearthing Joy
The Wager
Ascendant

Intro Music: 
David Biedenbender

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Pixabay 

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