Shifting Schools is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the latest trends, strategies, and tools in K-12 education. Hosted by educators Jeff Utecht... more
On this week... We were so excited to have a conversation with Dr. Novak and Dr. Rodriguez about their latest... more
Jessica Lahey is the author of the New York Times bestselling book, The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents... more
Jeff begins by emphasizing how ChatGPT enable educators to offer tailored content and... more
In this episode of the Shifting Schools Podcast, Jeff Utecht sits down with Elliot Mack, the co-founder of Daigon... more
Join us as we unravel the stories that emerge when esports and gaming becomes a lifelong compass for learning. This... more
In this Off The Cuff episode, Jeff Utecht and Tricia dive into the exciting launch of https://camp.shiftingschools.com and their groundbreaking... more
How do we help students learn and play simultaneously? This week's guest explains how esports links to so many components... more
Hello, Shifting Schools community! Jeff Utecht here, as we wrap up our exciting journey into eSports Tricia and I wanted... more
Unravel the complexities of video game ethics as we embark on a dialogue with Dr. Leon Xiao, a distinguished expert... more
In this episode, we have the honor of sitting down with Joanie Kraut, the CEO of Women in Games International... more
In this episode, we dive into the intersection of education technology and literacy with Dr. Miles Harvey. We explore the... more
On this episode Dr. Rachel Kowert busts myths about gaming. If you are skeptical about what games can offer us,... more
How is Minecraft a powerful tool for building community, fostering inclusion, and engaging learners? This week's amazing guest Mashfiq Ahmed... more
Our summer-long series on esports continues with a great conversation about aligning your curriculum with esports and leveraging esports as... more
🏁This is the first in our summer-long series on esports!🏁 Meet this week's special guest: ➡️ Dr. Krista-Lee M. Malone... more
On this episode of the podcast Jeff and Tricia speak with Allie Cornejo who is a High School Librarian/Lead Librarian... more
Why do book groups need scaffolding? How can we make the facilitation of book clubs just a tiny teeny bit... more
On this episode, we talk with Zackary Grady about their award-nominated production Gay Pride and Less Prejudice. Learn all about... more
On the podcast today is Angeline Aow, one author of the book Becoming A Totally Inclusive School. This conversation helps... more
In this episode, we discuss our latest free on-pager to help you reimagine your relationship with social media this summer.... more
On this episode we hear from Tan and Beth as they talk to us about the incredible new book:... more
How are your conversations about generative AI tools like ChatGPT centering and focusing on equity and inclusion? On this episode,... more
We are thrilled to share a free guide that will empower teachers and school leaders to capture meaningful reflections as... more
Welcome back to Shifting Schools, the podcast where innovative educational approaches meet the ever-evolving landscape of learning. Join host Jeff... more
Ready for an Eggcellent Adventure? Let's explore the Egg Drop Challenge with ChatGPT 🐣🔬 In this egg-ceptionally fun episode for... more
Sponsor: This episode is brought to you by Text Blaze. If you're an educator or a student looking for a... more
On this episode, we think about ways to spread appreciation throughout the year. Might your team benefit from spreading positive... more
It is teacher appreciation week and we are thrilled to have the award winning Taylor Mali on the show to... more
On this episode, we ask you to consider the ways we might need to rethink traditional career fairs. If your... more
In this episode of Shifting Schools, Jeff interviews Dan Barak, from Text Blaze, a text-expansion tool that can save users... more
Welcome to this special episode of Shifting Schools, where we dive into the exciting world of AI in education, with... more
In today's episode, we have a very special guest, Jennifer LaGarde, aka The Library Girl @jenniferlagarde, an incredible advocate for information... more
Saturday, April 22nd is Earth Day. While this week is an important week to put a spotlight on climate action... more
April is School Library Month, and we are thrilled to bring you a conversation with award-winning librarian Karina Quilantán! Looking... more
On this episode of the podcast Jeff and Tricia tell listeners all about the latest free guide: "Kickstarting a critical... more
Do you learn from your mistakes? Do your students? In this episode we go deep into ways we can truly... more
Thank you to our sponsor MackinVia for sponsoring today's episode. Jeff's book recommendation: The Dip by Seth Godin This week... more
Welcome to the NCCE conference live episode sponsored by MackinVia. Today we explore the impact of Generative AI on education, digital... more
In this episode, we explore the transformative power of feedback for leaders. Drawing from the insightful article "How Leaders Can... more
On the show we are so excited to host Dr. Gina Picha! She explores the strategies and insight inside her... more
This short and sweet episode asks for YOUR feedback. It has now been a few weeks since we launched our... more
On this episode we explore what it means to 'be bold' in our personal and professional lives. This conversation features... more
How are we helping parents and caretakers as they seek to learn more about digital literacy and social media? On... more
Often the cliche 'the library is the heart of the school' is heard in literacy circles...but what does it mean... more
Are you curious to learn more about what it might mean to become an... more
Ready to get our new free guide "Exploring our relationship with social media"? Click here and head over to shiftingschools.com... more
In this episode, we are so excited to team up with fellow podcaster/educator Olivia Wahl. We discuss the emerging role... more
On this week we speak with Jody Matey who enlightens us on why a better understanding of our sensory system... more
We asked our community of Shifting Schools newsletter subscribers to vote on this week's topic and they voted for a... more
If you are passionate about STEM, Design, or Art this is a great episode to make time for! On this... more
Millions of dollars are spent on a single 30-second ad spot during Super Bowl Sunday. Now more than ever because... more
On this episode we learn about the connection between sports and STEM. If you've been looking to do more with... more
Jeff and Tricia talk about the importance of curiosity as we continue to consider new tools like Chat GPT and... more
This episode debunks a few misconceptions about Maker education and design projects. We have help with the debunking from Lindsey... more
Jeff and Tricia talk about Chat GPT and other generative AI tools. The big question in this episode is: How... more
How do you build a network of learners and how does that network in turn shape you as a learner?... more
In this episode, Tricia and Jeff are talking about our relationships with social media, misinformation, disinformation and the role schools... more
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Are you looking to take on a new challenge of leading learning at an upcoming conference? Would you like to... more
Sponsors Thank you to our sponsors for this mini-series on STEM and MakerSpace. Check out both StemSports.com and MackinMacker.com today.... more
Few educators would disagree with the idea that feedback is crucial for meaningful learning. So how can we support one... more
A new year is a time when many of us start thinking about new goals, and new habits we want... more
In this replay episode from June, 2022 the number one listened to episode of the the year. Jeff reflects on... more
On this special episode, Jeff and Tricia sit down with a listener of the show: Joe Taranto. Joe reached out... more
The Port Townsend School District Website for the 2022 Salish Coast Elementary Children’s Film Festival This year the Library/STEM program... more
On this episode we are so excited to bring you words of wisdom from Eva Murray. Eva Murray is an... more
About Swapna Krishna Swapna Krishna is a science and technology communicator specializing in the geek space. She regularly creates science videos... more
On this episode, Jeff and Tricia bring listeners an abundance of news. Up first they let listeners know that the... more
In this free webinar from Jeff and Tricia we talk about using a backwards chaining approach to scaffling learning for... more
Sponsors: Quizalize.com Get started with 1 mont free premium subscrption when you visit bit.ly/SHIFTINGSCHOOLS Guest: Francisco Cervantes Francisco Cervantes is... more
This is an audio recording of the free webniar Jeff and Tricia did on YouTube. Watch the webinar on YouTube... more
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Check out Play On Podcast to hear Shakespeare like never before! Guest: Ana Maria Torres The Puerto Rican Miss Frizzle.... more
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Off script and off the cuff Jeff and Tricia hit record and then talk about some of the updates happening... more
Shifting Schools Pathways Our Guest: Jennifer LaGarde Jennifer LaGarde is a lifelong teacher and learner with over 20 years in... more
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Our Sponsor: https://www.prideandlessprejudice.org/events Our Guest: Gabrielle Merite Gabrielle Merite. Proper noun. Scientist-Turned-Designer powered by plants and activism. She is... more
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Media Literacy Routines: Check out templates and strategies to set up routines that help learners become more media literate. These... more
Our Sponsor: https://www.prideandlessprejudice.org/events Our Guest: Gabrielle Merite Gabrielle Merite. Proper noun. Scientist-Turned-Designer powered by plants and activism. She is not: a... more