Be a Better Ally: critical conversations for K12 educators Tricia Friedman

What does it mean to be 'AI for everyone?'

CEO and Founder of Latimer, John Pasmore tells us about the vision and CTO Malur Narayan talks about what it means to be accountable to the vision for Latimer.

Learn more about Latimer:
https://www.latimer.ai/

Learn more about their partnerships:
https://www.wnycstudios.org/podcasts/otm/segments/why-new-york-amsterdam-news-teaming-ai-startup-on-the-media

Try the WISE activity for critically reading AI marketing:
https://shiftingschools.lpages.co/wise-approach/

Learn more about our guests:
https://www.admonsters.com/latimer-ai-champions-the-fight-against-ai-bias/

https://aiforgood.itu.int/speaker/malur-narayan/

Reach out to me: Tricia (@) shiftingchools (dot com)

Dr. Anthony Muhammad discusses his new book, The Way Forward, and its connection to his previous work. He shares his journey from being a teacher to an administrator and how he became passionate about studying school culture. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on student learning and shares strategies for supporting struggling teams. Dr. Muhammad also discusses the value of classroom experience and the importance of continuous learning.

Takeaways
💡The Way Forward builds on Dr. Muhammad's previous work and offers a new perspective on professional learning communities (PLCs).
💡Collaboration is essential in education and should focus on student learning outcomes.
💡Supporting struggling teams requires coaching and a focus on the four critical questions of a PLC.
💡Continuous learning and staying informed about research and best practices are crucial for educators.

Check out more about our incredible guest and his work:
https://www.solutiontree.com/ca/anthony-muhammad.html

https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-way-forward-plc-at-work-r-and-the-bright-future-of-education-tips-and-tools-to-address-the-past-present-and-future-challenges-anthony-muhammad/20851545?ean=9781958590898

Dr. Emily Garside discusses her book on Russell T. Davies and the importance of LGBTQ+ representation in media. She shares the inspiration behind her research and the process of writing the book. The conversation explores the impact of representation on individuals and the significance of positive representation in shaping identities. Dr. Garside also discusses the relationship with fandom and the challenges faced in advocating for LGBTQ+ representation. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the importance of ongoing conversations about queer representation and the power of storytelling in understanding diverse experiences.


Connect with Dr. Garside:
https://emilygarside.com/

Want to connect with Tricia to provide feedback on this episode or talk about plans for your school?

Reach out Tricia@shiftingschools.com

In this episode, Tricia and Dr. Emily Garside discuss the book 'Seasons of Love' and why a deep dive into Theatre is an amazing way to cultivate critical thinking. They highlight how Rent was a pivotal moment in musical theater history, both in terms of its musical style and the themes it addressed. The conversation also delves into the significance of Rent in comparison to other works and its impact on LGBTQ representation in theater. They discuss the power of stories in shaping society and the importance of teaching young people to think critically about cultural narratives. Finally, they explore how theater can be used as a tool to empower students to find and tell their own stories.


Learn more about Dr. Garside and their research:

https://emilygarside.com/


Explore the free guide mentioned at the top of the episode:

https://shiftingschools.lpages.co/ai-powered-research/

This conversation explores the diverse portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters in the TV show Schitt's Creek and the positive impact it has had on fandom and conversations about queerness. It emphasizes the importance of media literacy and critical analysis when consuming media. The conversation also highlights the significance of Schitt's Creek for Pride Month and suggests inviting Dr. Garside to discuss her book on the show.

Takeaways

Schitt's Creek challenged traditional representation of LGBTQ+ characters by allowing them to exist without making their queerness the main topic of conversation.


Media literacy and critical analysis are essential for understanding the impact of shows like Schitt's Creek and promoting inclusive conversations.

Ready to connect with our special guest Dr. Emily Garside?
https://emilygarside.com/


Learn more about helping your students learn about ways to leverage AI powered research tools:
https://shiftingschools.lpages.co/ai-powered-research/

Reach out to me:
tricia (at) shiftingschools (dot com)

"Libraries are one of the few remaining egalitarian institutions left on planet Earth." - Jennifer LaGarde

On this episode Jennifer aka The Library Girls tells us about her brand new podcast project!

We also talk about her incredible book and she gives us strategies for better supporting librarians.

Learn all about her podcast:
https://www.librarygirl.net/

Follow her on Twitter:
https://twitter.com/jenniferlagarde

Learn more about the AI Cohort mentioned at the top of the episode
www.shiftingschools.com