46 – Leading Adult Learners with a Lens of Inquiry (w Jessica Vance)

How might school leaders apply inquiry-based learning in their work? If we know that inquiry can inspire curiosity, connections, and agency for our students, how might it transform the professional learning culture of a school? Jessica Vance is an Enrichment and Environment Coordinator in Austin, Texas, and author of the newly released book, “Leading with a Lens of Inquiry: Cultivating Conditions for Curiosity and Empowering Agency.” On the episode, she connects with Nat to talk about the power of intentions, inquiry-based learning as a framework for designing PD, and practical ways that adult learners can make their learning visible. Show Notes: Housekeeping and a reflection on the concept of supervision. (2:00) How our value of connections shows up in our lives and morning routines. (8:00) Balancing the need for management as a school administrator with the call to become a leader of inquiry. (10:45) Drawing from the work of Kath Murdoch to describe the process of inquiry for adults. (17:35) Supporting the continuity of professional learning to build trust in the school community. (25:25) Advice for school leaders to find a sense of balance in the chaos of the day. (30:40) Practical and powerful ways to make adult learning visible. (40:25) Co-designing a year of professional learning around a concept, rather than a topic. (46:00) The purpose of education. (51:10) Book an empathy interview with Nat if you are a change agent who wants to explore the intersection between assessment, grading, and equity -->  click here to book a time! Jess on Twitter: @Jess_VanceEDU Email the Podcast: [email protected] Podcast on Twitter: @educrushpod Natalie on Twitter: @natabasso Podcast on Instagram: @educrushpod Podcast Website: www.educrushpod.com