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180 Days Education
by Dr. Karen Greenhaus, Tim Pope
We are committed to helping educators and those in the education community explore the successes, challenges, and opportunities in education. We give a voice to educators who have committed their lives to developing learners and are constantly looking for ways to do so better. Join us every other week as we learn together, one conversation at a time!
Episodes
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Leading Change in Mathematics - Why Education Takes a Team with Nubeja Allenh
Nubeja Allen is currently the Secondary Math Supervisor in Franklin Township Public Schools in Somerset, New Jersey. Throughout her 26 years in education, Nubeja has a diverse K -12 educational background having been a high school math teacher, a high school math supervisor, a high school...
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Equity in Math Education with Chadd McGlone
Dr. Chadd McGlone is the cofounder of Mathkind (formerly Teacher-to-Teacher Global), a non-profit education organization that focuses on building quality math education programs through collaborative partnerships that drive greater social justice. The goal is to help prepare students for the…
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Overcoming the Tracking Hurdle in High School Mathematics with Steve Leinwand
Steve Leinwand is a principal researcher at the American Institute for Research and a renowned math education change agent with a contagious enthusiasm for what IS possible in mathematics. He joins Tim and Karen for an informative and powerful discussion around rethinking the traditional math...
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Math Classrooms as the Incubators of Rational Thought with Karim Ani
Tim and Karen are joined by Karim Ani, founder of Citizen Math (formerly known as Mathalicious) and author of, “Dear Citizen Math: How Math Class Can Inspire a More Rational and Respectful Society”. Karim discusses the importance of mathematics in our world, and why we should be helping students...
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AP Programs: Making Access for All Students A Priority with Dr. Greg Hessee
Karen and Tim speak to Dr. Greg Hessee. Greg shares perspectives on the current state of AP courses and the issues around access to AP opportunities for all students, not just a select few. Selection and placement into AP courses has been historically racist, and Greg discusses initiatives and…
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Excitement & Curiosity in Science Edu with OpenSciEd's James Ryan
In our first episode for Season 3, we talk with friend, colleague, and former boss of both Tim and Karen from their Key Curriculum days, James Ryan. James has an interesting career trajectory. He started as a math teacher, went into administration, then worked at Apple Computers as an analyst,...
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Lessons from Abroad - Expats in EDU with Corey Andreasen
Corey is a leader in the mathematics and statistics education communities nationwide. He has consulted and served as a writer on two AP statistics textbooks and written supplemental classroom materials for statistics teachers. Furthermore, Corey has facilitated workshops for mathematics teachers…
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Secondary Approaches -Systemic Educational Change with Mary Davis and Denise Thornton
In part 3 of our 3-episode series on professional development and supporting systemic educational change, we talk with Mary Davis and Denise Thornton from Charles A. Dana Center’s Leadership Team at The University of Texas in Austin, TX. Join us for a conversation on systemic change in…
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Elementary Approaches with Michael Greenlee & Tracey Ramirez (Charles A. Dana Center)
In part 2 of our 3-episode series on professional development and supporting systemic educational change, we talk with Michael Greenlee and Tracey Ramirez from Charles A. Dana Center’s Leadership Team at The University of Texas in Austin, TX. Join us for a conversation on systemic change in...
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Supporting Leaders, Teachers, and Students with Dr. Shelly LeDoux and Jacqueline LeJeune
In this first in a 3-episode series on professional development and supporting systemic educational change, we talk with Dr. Shelly LeDoux and Jacqueline LeJeune who join us from The University of Texas at Austin Charles A. Dana Center’s Leadership Team to discuss systemic change in mathematics…
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Environmental Education - Citizens of Earth with Katie Isaak Ginsberg
Katie Isaak Ginsberg is a parent and advocate for environmental literacy, which led her to found the Children’s Environmental Literacy Foundation(CELF), where she serves as the Executive Director and Chair Emeritus. She saw the need to educate students about the links between human health…
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The Art & Expertise of Education - Research, TeacherEd & Politics with Tabitha Dell’Angelo
Dr. Tabitha Dell’Angelo is a professor, storyteller, playwright, mother, and potential school board member. She holds a Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Studies in Human Development from the University of Pennsylvania and is currently a professor at The College of New Jersey, in addition to her work as...
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Why Good, Vetted Curriculum Matters with Patrick Vennebush
Patrick Vennebush is the Chief Learning Officer for The Math Learning Center, where he oversees the areas of Educator Support, Educator Resources, and Development. Patrick shares his expertise in mathematics and developing a high-quality education curriculum. He talks about how professors and...
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The Anatomy of Digital Resources with Dr. Steve Sullivan
What are the advantages to digital content that is ‘evergreen’ and non-textbook specific? Who pays for this? Why is paid-for content more reliable and vetted compared to ‘free’ open-resource materials? What’s better - online, hybrid, or face-to-face? This and more in our jammed-packed episode…
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Creating Equitable Mathematics Achievement with Dr. Pamela Seda
Dr. Pamela Seda has been a math educator for over 30 years. She works as the K-12 Math Coordinator for Griffin/Spalding County Schools in Georgia. Dr. Seda is also the owner of Seda Educational Consulting. Karen worked with Pam last summer on an Equity in Education Webinar, in partnership with...
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Rights of the Learner - Rehumanizing Classrooms with Olga G. Torres
Olga G. Torres has been a bilingual elementary educator for over 40 years and a mathematics educator for over 25 years. She works as a Mathematics Education Consultant with the Marilyn Burns Education Associates/Math Solutions. Olga has been the recipient of many awards, including the 1995...
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Environmental Literacy with Karen Cowe
Karen Cowe shares stories and examples of a systems-thinking approach to learning in history, math, and other subjects, and invites us to look at how the subjects we are already teaching can be seen through a local and environmental framework. What are the benefits of this approach, in both…
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Being Culturally Responsive in Education with Ken Shelton
In this episode of 180 Days, Ken Shelton shares his expertise and experiences on creating culturally responsive learning experiences and really exploring prejudices and biases in the classroom. Ken is an educator with over 20 years of experience, with a specialization in Educational Technology.…
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Teaching Through a Pandemic with Anne Marie Owings
Anne Marie has been an educator for 32 years (wow!!). She has taught at various elementary schools at the 5th and 6th-grade levels, not to mention a short stint as an Elementary Guidance Counselor. She shares with us her personal experiences with how teaching, learning, and ‘school’ in general…
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Supporting Teachers & Students through a Pandemic with Ismael Zamora
In our first episode of our new season, we talk to Ismael Zamora, the Math and Science Department Chair for Bloom High School in Chicago, IL. Ish has been an educator for over 20 years and in this episode talks about the challenges and successes of leading during this crazy time of Covid19 and...
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#Metoo in Schools
Sexual harassment and gender bullying is in the public eye these days, particularly in politics and Hollywood. But it is prevalent in schools as well. In this episode we focus on sexual harassment, hearing a real student-on-student experience from a student, Ava, and her mother, Mia and how…
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Spotlight on Special Education
Students with disabilities, under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (2004), have the right to a free and appropriate public education, which means they are ensured they will get the needed related services and special education accommodations. But who are these students and what are...
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Education Adventures in Kenya
We are back from our extended holiday break with a special episode. One of our hosts, Tim, as part of his work with Teachers2Teachers Global, traveled to Kenya this past summer to work with teachers and students and share educational and cultural experiences. Our guest in this episode, Mary…
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Tracking in Education (Homogeneous Grouping)
Tracking students in education has been around a long time. Grouping students into grades or courses by their perceived ability, based on some assessment or criteria, has long been the practice, with the idea that students will 'get what they need' if they are grouped together. But does this…
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Custom Curriculum
In this episode, we talk to Lizzie Hull Barnes, the Director of Mathematics for the San Francisco Unified School District, about how they created a curriculum to replace textbooks in order to best meet the needs of their students and teachers. Karen and Tim discuss the pros and cons of abandoning...
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The Homework Dilemma
What's the purpose of homework? Students hate it, parents often say it's too much or interferes with home life and students' free time, and teachers - who knows what they're thinking?! Is it punishment? Is it an assessment? Is it busy work? Is it necessary? The answer - it depends. This episode...
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Who Ya' Gonna Call....When You Have Education Concerns?
Who do you call if you have concerns about your child's teacher, or you are not happy with the curriculum, or don't think the requirements for AP History are fair? The answer is - it depends. This episode explores the power structure of the education system, offering insight and suggestions on…
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School Choice
School choice is a hot-button topic these days with the Trump Administration and the Secretary of Education, Betsy DeVos, being huge proponents of school choice. This episode explores the different types of school choice, funding options behind school choice, and who decides who really controls…
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STEM Education
This episode focuses on STEM - what does it stand for, why is there such a push for 'STEM Education' and what does it mean for classroom instruction. For those of you interested in more information about STEM, we've provided some helpful links with more information and resources that will give…
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Education Assessment - What & Why?
In this episode we talk about what is the purpose of assessment in education, what types of assessment are out there, and do assessments accomplish their 'purpose', whatever that might mean. Assessment is a lot more than a standardized test. Episode 2: Assessment and The Cheesecake Factory by Tim...
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An Introduction to the 180 Days Podcast
In this episode, you are introduced to the hosts of the 180 Days Podcast, Tim Pope and Karen Greenhaus. You will get a sense of their educational background and a sense of what this podcast will be focusing on for future episodes. It's about education and all the factors that come into play when...
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We are committed to helping educators and those in the education community explore the successes, challenges, and opportunities in education. We give a voice to educators who have committed their lives to developing learners and are constantly looking for ways to do so better. Join us every other week as we learn together, one conversation at a time!
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