Teacher RockStar Podcast

What is a Minilesson? #121

In this episode we discuss the four-part structure of a minilesson which when using this framework allows the teaching to be more efficient, focused, engaging and most of all student-centered. 

How Can Parents & Teachers Work Together to Ensure the Success of the Child? #120

Parents and teachers have a common goal: Ensure the best educational experience possible for students. In this episode we discuss the particulars of having a solid Partnership between teacher and the parent and how it is crucial for student success. 

What are Some Ways to Raise a Respectful child? #119

During this episode we discuss that you cannot force someone to respect you, simply because respect needs to come from within the person. Just merely giving children the definition of respect is not enough, it must involve actually explaining to the child what respect is. With this in mind we share some ways to approach parenting that will help raise a respectful child. 

How Can Parents Instill High Expectations in their Children? #118

The term 'high expectations' is now synonymous with Carol Dweck and her work on Growth Mindset. During this episode we will discuss 7 tips that parents can do to instill high [yet reasonable] expectations in their child.