How can education be a way to create more belonging and contribution for young people? Today, I have the delight of sharing Nikolai Pizarro of Raising Readers.For full show notes, visit: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2023/07/17/episode83/توسط Celeste Kirsh

How might teachers respond when truth seems to be increasingly devalued in what young people read online? I am joined by Erin Oxland to discuss this question and many others along the way.Erin Oxland is the First Vice President, Lead Negotiator, and Grievance Officer for the Kawartha Pine Ridge Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario. Prior to st…

This episode was originally published on the Teaching Writers Speak podcast—which is part of the Toronto Writing Project. I am a producer of this show and so it felt necessary to not only formally introduce Teaching Tomorrow listeners to the show, but also to transplant this conversation as a way to explain some of the questions behind the research…

How can educators nurture a functional democracy when young people struggle to find reliable sources of information? To dig into this question, I am joined by Ken Boyd from CIVIX Canada.For Full Shownotes, Visit: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2023/05/29/episode80/Ken Boyd is the Director of Education at CIVIX, a Canadian charity that develo…

How is digital literacy related to social justice? Today on the show I have the honour of sitting down with a leading thinker in education, Dr. Kristen Hawley Turner. Dr. Kristen Hawley Turner is a professor of education at Drew University and she is the director of the Drew Writing Project, which is a chapter of The National Writing Project. In th…

Back in the fall of 2021, I left my dream job for another dream: to dig deep into questions that I had been just scratching at throughout my classroom teaching experience. Well, now almost two years into my PhD program (and over a year since my last update episode–you can find that one on episode 67), I’m here to share the highlights, the challenge…

Anita Li is the publisher, founder, CEO, and editor in chief of The Green Line Toronto: a hyper local independent news outlet. I first encountered her when I had my students watch her TedX talk on the power of digital journalism–and not only did my Grade 8 class at the time deeply appreciate her message on digital composing, but they kept coming ba…

What is the relationship between writing, teaching, and hosting a podcast? Today on the show I sit down with the Teaching Writers Speak podcast host, Ty Walkland. For full show notes, visit: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2022/06/20/episode76/توسط Celeste Kirsh

What does it mean to be called to the teaching profession and how can we sustain that passion when things get hard? Today on the show I am in conversation with Margaret from My Call to Teach.- In this episode, we talk about starting an edu-business making resources (or solutions) for teachers- Her top business advice for other teachers (that's actu…

How can Gay-Straight alliances support students and make schools more inclusive spaces for all? Today on the show I speak with GSA advisor and coach James PotteigerThere is a lot happening in schools right now that put our LGBTQ students at risk. So I’m thrilled to get to share this conversation I had with James about his work with GSAs. James has …

How can teachers use journalism and reverse mentorship to transform student learning? Today on the show I am joined by Dr. Ed Madison to explore this question and so much more. For full shownotes, visit:توسط Celeste Kirsh

72. What I've gotten wrong about the writing process: a solo episode by Celeste Kirshتوسط Celeste Kirsh

Why should we fully embrace the joys of being a B-minus teacher? Today on the show I speak with the awesome Patti Firth, founder, CEO, and owner of Madly Learning. For full show notes go to: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2022/03/21/episode71/توسط Celeste Kirsh

What happens when educators are given the time and support to address complex dilemmas in their practice? Today on the show we have a panel discussion celebrating 10 years of Cohort 21.A huge thank you to Garth Nichols, Justin Medved, Ashley Domina, Ashley Bailey Davis. Laura Mustard, Melissa Jolicoeur, and Derek Doucet for being part of this conve…

How might we improve the teaching of writing by identifying as writers ourselves? Today on the show I speak with Jen Laffin, founder of Teach Write.For full show notes, go to: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2022/02/22/episode69/توسط Celeste Kirsh

For Full Show Notes, Visit: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2022/01/31/episode68/توسط Celeste Kirsh

67. You don't have to be a genius to do a PhD: a solo episode by Celeste Kirshتوسط Celeste Kirsh

How might teachers generate abundance and wealth with a hustle on the side? Today on the show I speak with Dr. Shaun Woodly from Teach Hustle Inspire.Many of us in education have hobbies that are also teaching related. I know folks who write curriculum, who facilitate professional development, work as a coach or consultant, and of course you know–h…

How might we improve student writing by leveraging our innate desire for social connection? Today on the podcast, I make a case for why you should consider including journalistic writing in your class. For full show notes, check out: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2021/12/21/episode65/توسط Celeste Kirsh

For full show notes, visit: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2021/12/06/episode64/توسط Celeste Kirsh

How might we create a community of care in our schools through mindfulness practices? Today on the show I speak with Laura Sygrove and Rochelle Miller from the New Leaf Foundation. Full show notes can be found at: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2021/11/10/communitiesofcare/توسط Celeste Kirsh

For full show notes, check out the blog at: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2021/10/25/episode62/توسط Celeste Kirsh

How might we embrace both the incrementalism and urgency of anti-racism growth in all of our schools? Today I talk with the amazing Jennifer Grant on the show.Jennifer Grant is the director of the Office of Anti-Racism, Equity and Human Rights Services at George Brown College in Toronto and has a background in Child Youth Care. We talk in this epis…

What has it been like to start a PhD during a pandemic? Today it’s just me on the show sharing my reflections on the first few days of this new educational journey. To complete the very short and very helpful listener survey go to:shorturl.at/bsAJPFor full show notes go to: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2021/09/20/phdweek1/…

How can we as educators learn from the experience our students had this past summer at camp? Today on the show I am joined by Ross McIntyre, The Director of Community Initiatives at Camp Couchiching. Full show notes can be found here: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2021/09/07/rossmclntyre/Please take a few minutes a complete the listener sur…

How might teachers use their voice and power for social change? Today on the show I speak with social justice artist and sketchnote enthusiast, Sylvia Duckworth.For all the shownotes and references, go to the blog: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2021/05/31/sylviaduckworth/توسط Celeste Kirsh

How might we revolutionize education by streamlining workflow and designing better systems for everyone in school? Today on the show I am joined by the incredible Angela Watson. For full show notes, pop on over to: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2021/05/24/angelawatson/ ‎توسط Celeste Kirsh

In order to better understand why students are not turning on their cameras and to more effectively teach when online in this context, I talk to three educators: May Lu, Ronald Hae, and Jen Bairos.For full show notes, visit:https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2021/05/18/56-when-students-are-not-turning-on-their-cameras-2/…

For full show notes, check out:https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2021/05/11/55-using-podcasts-for-student-and-teacher-learning-a-solo-episode/توسط Celeste Kirsh

Touching base with the guests from episode 30 about what we have learned about teaching in the pandemic, one year later.توسط Celeste Kirsh

How can educators practice having brave conversations to positively affect change? I am so excited to share with you today the conversation I had with Talking Together for Change.For full show notes and things mentioned in this episode, visit: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2021/04/12/tt4c/Thanks for listening to this episode and including t…

How might spoken word poetry ignite a passion for writing, language, and performance in young people? Today on the show I speak with spoken word poet, Britta B.For the show notes, go to: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2021/04/05/brittab/توسط Celeste Kirsh

How might schools better serve and support students, especially during this time of great destabilization? Dr. Simon is an associate professor at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at The University of Toronto in the department of Curriculum Teaching and Learning. I asked Rob on the show to speak about the Addressing Injustices project:…

How might we learn from the recent human rights annual report published by the TDSB? Today on the show I speak with education activist and parent advocate Alexis Dawson.For full show notes: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2021/03/23/40-addressing-an…th-alexis-dawson/توسط Celeste Kirsh

How might teachers ensure that stories of oppressed and marginalized people get taught in their classrooms. Today on the show I speak with 2020 Prime Minister’s Teaching Award recipient, Rachel Luke. For full show notes, visit:https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2021/03/14/rachelluke/توسط Celeste Kirsh

What are your superpowers and how can you use those for other people in the teaching profession? Today on the show I get to talk to my friend, colleague, and Middle School French teacher Erin Imrie. For full show notes and stuff mentioned in this episode visit:https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2021/03/09/48-teacher-mental-health-in-a-panoramic-…

How might we teachers not let our strengths become our weaknesses? Today on the show, a “what’s on my mind” solo episode.توسط Celeste Kirsh

How might hopeful school leaders become the leader they want to be? Today I talk to elementary school principal Diane Brown about leadership in times of crisis. For full show notes visit: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2021/02/22/46-seeing-your-o…with-diane-brown/توسط Celeste Kirsh

How might teachers use mindfulness as a tool for developing resilience? Today on the show I am joined by sisters Christi-an and Natalie Slomka speaking about the school resources developed by Calm.For full show notes visit: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2021/02/14/45-calm-school-r…n-and-nat-slomka/…

When was the last time you learned something new and how long did it take you to understand that thing? Today on the show we are talking competency based learning with Sara Tahir. For full show notes, visit:https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2021/02/08/44-competency-ba…-with-sara-tahir/توسط Celeste Kirsh

How might teachers use their powers of professional judgement as tools for change? Today I am joined by Dr Beyhan Farhadi speaking about the challenges with online learning. For full show notes:توسط Celeste Kirsh

Join educators and innovators to discuss how to best collect evidence and observations in the math classroom when students are learning virtually, at home, or with hybrid models of learning during the pandemic. For full show notes: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2021/01/24/42-evidence-coll…c-math-classroom/…

Carina Stone shares her experiences homeschooling / unschooling her 3 children. She started this well before the pandemic and her insights about young people and learning have huge potential for supporting all parents and educators as young people learn from home due to the global pandemic.توسط Celeste Kirsh

How can teachers best facilitate conversations the day after an emotionally charged world event. Today on the show, I am joined by Genny Lee, science teacher and diversity, equity, and inclusion specialist.For full show notes: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2021/01/11/40-how-to-talk-t…t-with-genny-lee/…

How might teachers embed emotional literacy with diversity, equity, and inclusion learning? Today on the show I speak with the award-winning educator, consultant and writer, Shakil Choudhury. For full show notes, visit:https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2021/01/04/39-deep-diversity-in-education-with-shakil-choudhury/…

After three weeks back at school following my 8 month maternity leave, I share 10 things that are holding me up and what's good about COVID school. For full show notes: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2020/12/24/38-whats-holding…p-a-solo-episode/توسط Celeste Kirsh

How might leaders in education not let the crisis of this pandemic go to waste? Today on the show, I have the privilege of speaking to Dr Angela Terpstra, head of The Bishop Strachan School. Click on the link to take you to the full show notes: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2020/12/06/37-leading-throu…-angela-terpstra/…

How might we rethink teaching during the pandemic from a place of “have to” towards “get to”? This episode features a conversation with Dr Kristen Clarke. For full show notes, jump to our blog: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2020/11/23/36-we-get-to-tea…r-kristen-clarke/توسط Celeste Kirsh

Grant Lichtman in discussion with Garth and Justin. For full shownotes, pop on over to https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2020/11/08/35-iconic-moment…h-grant-lichtman/توسط Celeste Kirsh

In this episode, I talk with Dr Winifred Hunsburger on looking a little differently at our practices as teachers. For full shownotes, go to our blog at https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2020/11/04/34-teaching-who-…ifred-hunsburger/توسط Celeste Kirsh