9 - Tom Schimmer Embraces the Messy

In this conversation, Shannon talks with author, speaker, and consultant, Tom Schimmer about his new book, Redefining Student Accountability: A Proactive Approach to Teaching Behavior Outside the Gradebook. From Vancouver, British Columbia (Canada), Tom is recognized as a leader and expert in classroom assessment, sound grading practices, educational leadership, and RTI.   Before the conversation, Shannon talks about embracing the messy of speaking out on assessment reform and how there's no time like the present. *** For more information about Tom Schimmer, check out his website, www.tomschimmer.com You can also find Tom at: @TomSchimmerPod and @Tom Schimmer on X @tomschimmer on Instagram *** Have a suggestion for someone Shannon should interview, a question about an episode, or some feedback about the podcast, email Shannon here: [email protected].    Thankyou for listening! Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.   Shannon's blog can found here: www.mygrowthmindset.home.blog Shannon's Facebook groups: -Beyond Report Cards (for educators who use the British Columbia curriculum) -The Humanities Zone (for any educator who teaches Social Studies or English) Shannon is on Twitter (X) and Threads : @DramaQueenBRC