179: Fostering Interdependence: A New Learning Paradigm

In this episode of the Powered Up Podcast, Ken Ehrmann speaks with De'Shawn Washington, the 2024 Massachusetts Teacher of the Year, about the importance of executive functioning skills in education. They discuss De'Shawn's journey into teaching, the strategies he employs to teach organization and time management, and the significance of feedback and peer review in the writing process. The conversation also touches on the challenges of grading writing, the need for reflection in learning, and innovative practices that foster community in the classroom. De'Shawn emphasizes the role of teachers as models of learning and the importance of building relationships with students to enhance their educational experience. Takeaways Invest time in teaching executive functioning skills. Feedback should be an ongoing process, not just at the end. Building community in the classroom is essential for student engagement. Teachers should model learning for their students. Peer review can enhance writing skills and foster collaboration. Grading writing is subjective and should involve student input. Creating spaces for discussions helps resolve conflicts. Small group instruction is critical for targeted learning. Reflection is key to personal and professional growth in teaching. Teachers should embrace their role as learners alongside their students. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to De'Shawn Washington 04:35 Journey into Education and Personal Growth 08:57 Teaching Executive Functioning Skills 15:46 Building Interdependence in Learning 23:02 Feedback: Supportive vs. Constructive 28:47 Grading Writing: A Collaborative Approach 39:08 The Importance of Reflection in Teaching 44:24 Strategies for Effective Writing Feedback 48:42 Innovative Approaches to Writing Conferences 52:17 Creating a Positive Classroom Environment 55:27 Embracing the Role of a Learner 57:25 Building Community Through Empathy Circles 01:01:26 Connecting with Educators and Changemakers

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179: Fostering Interdependence: A New Learning Paradigm is an episode from powerED Up by Ken Ehrmann.

This episode is 01:08:31 long.

This episode was published on Feb 6, 2025.

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