Why Edify Podcast
Dare to Be
Teaching is hard. Here's a little inspiration.
Education
Classroom Management Strategies: Building Strong Teacher-Student Relationships - An Approach to Effective Classroom Management
Discover how the Establish-Maintain-Restore (EMR) approach can reduce classroom disruptions by 75% and boost engagement by 33%. Learn practical strategies for building lasting teacher-student relationships and creating a positive learning environment.
Weekly Report
Cognitive Endurance, Expectations, and STEM Education
Topics for this week include the benefits of cognitive endurance, the power of expectations, and curiosity.
Education
60-Second Student Speeches: Build Confidence and Public Speaking Skills in Your Classroom
Transform student confidence with 60-second classroom speeches! Learn how to implement this engaging public speaking activity with step-by-step instructions, variations, and expert tips for creating a supportive learning environment.
Education
Building Cognitive Endurance in Education: Developing Student Focus
Discover how teachers can become cognitive endurance coaches, implementing research-backed strategies to improve student focus and attention spans. Learn practical tips for building mental stamina in the classroom and understanding its benefits for both students and educators.
Why Edify Wisdom
Kim Collazo Shares Earned Wisdom: STEM Education and the Amazing Potential of All Kids
Kim Collazo shares her passion for STEM education, authoring STEM picture books, and her belief that kids can do amazing things.
Weekly Report
The Kids Are Disengaged
Topics for this week include students' declining positive attitude toward school, the benefits of structured kindness activities, and the power of writing.
Education
20 Fresh Start Classroom Ideas: How Teachers Can Use the Fresh Start Effect for Student Success | Teaching Tips
Discover how teachers can leverage the Fresh Start Effect with 20 practical classroom strategies. Learn to boost student motivation, improve learning outcomes, and create meaningful transitions throughout the school year. Perfect for K-12 educators seeking innovative teaching approaches.
Why Edify Review
Cellphone Bans, Top Education Stories, and the Power of Kindness - Weekly Review for Educators
Here are some snippets from my weekly review where I reflect on education trends, kindness, and teacher sustainability.
Education
Creating a Classroom Kindness Corner: A Guide for Elementary and Middle School Teachers
Transform your classroom with Kindness Corners. Learn research-backed strategies, age-appropriate activities, and implementation tips to foster empathy and improve student well-being. Includes setup instructions for both elementary and middle school environments.
Education
Deep Breaths and Apologies
What's something you do as part of your classroom management system that is authentic just to you?
Why Edify Review
Classroom Management and Technology - Weekly Review for Educators
This "Why Edify Review" episode explored several critical aspects of modern education and teaching practice.