Learning Unlocked
Learning Unlocked is hosted by Brit Bingold, an Instructional Specialists for Gilbert Public Schools, in Gilbert AZ. GPS and our Professional Growth Department believe that educators are the key-holders to unlocking learning for students. The goal of the podcast is to provide educators with resources and tools--the KEYS--to enable and accelerate learning for all students.
Episodes
Guest: Kristin McCord, Instructional Specialist - Reading/ELA PreK-6
In this episode, Kristin shares the essential components of early reading instruction and explore what EVERY (PreK-12) educator needs to know to support young readers. From phonemic awareness and phonics to fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension, listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the foundational skills that ...
Guest: Jessica Smith, Arizona ACEs Consortium Educator
In this episode, we unpack the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and explore how different types of stress—positive, tolerable, and toxic—shape student (and adult) behavior, learning, and engagement. This knowledge and awareness can help educators create safe, supportive environments where all students are better able to learn and grow.
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...Guest: Jennifer Kjar, ELA Resource Teacher at South Valley Junior High
Listen in as veteran educator Jennifer shares how she personalizes the district ELA curriculum, scaffolds effectively for resource students, and strikes the perfect balance between high expectations and supportive practices. Full of practical tips and warm encouragement, this episode is a must-listen for any teacher looking to engage all learners with strategies...
Guests: Kelly Jarett, Cassie Kutzbach, Claudia DeAlba, and Jenn Colvin
In this episode, educators will discover strategies for addressing common student behavior challenges like defiance, aggression, and emotional outbursts. They'll learn proven de-escalation techniques to manage misconduct and maintain classroom respect. Additionally, educators will gain insights into student dysregulation and how to create a supportive environme...
Guest: Alyssa Davis, Spectrum Elementary - 5th Grade
In this episode, I sit down with Alyssa Davis to explore the power of active math learning strategies, including the transformative approach of Building Thinking Classrooms by Peter Liljedahl. We discuss practical ways to engage students, foster deep mathematical thinking, and create a classroom culture where every learner thrives. Even if you are not a math teacher, tune in for ...
Guests: Natalie Krafft, Oak Tree Elementary - Music and Marissa Gomez, Boulder Creek - Art
In this episode, Brit chats with Natalie and Marissa about their world in special areas. We dive into the secrets of how these spaces boost brainpower for all students and snag some nifty tips on sprinkling art and music into regular classrooms too. Tune in for a chat that's s...
Guest: Elizabeth Evans, Director of Civic Education Programs at Arizona State University
In this episode, Brit and Liz bond over their common enemy: perfectionism! They share their own stories of overthinking and struggling to please others, while giggling their way through practical tips for beating the perfectionism blues. With their help, you'll be able to perform your best, without losing your sanity in the process!
Guest: Leslee Mizen-Stroud, Middle School Social Studies Teacher
In this episode, Brit gets all the details on how Leslee is leveling up her teaching game with Classcraft! This edtech gem is a gamified tool that even non-gamers can rock with their students. Listen in as Leslee "spills the tea"...
Guests: Trisha Shores & Marcus Hire, High School English and Social Science Teachers and Instructional Coaches
In this episode, we discussed the intersection of teacher credibility and grading practices and beliefs, namely what it takes to shift the learning focus away from traditional grading and some of the toxic behaviors it can unintentionally create, to a culture that values mastery of learning. The heartfelt moments and candi...
Guest: Jammie Zimmer, Second Grade Teacher
Joining Wendy for this podcast is Jammie Zimmer, a second grade teacher who excels at Building Community and Connection. Although she teaches young children, many of her ideas can easily be transferred to classes with older students. Most importantly, catch Jammie's enthusiasm, passion, and pure joy; her love of teaching will reignite yours!
Guests: Brit Bingold, Julia Salce, and Wendy Peterson
Our Professional Growth Instructional Specialists are 'put on the spot' as they discuss perspectives on teaching from veteran teachers. Listen to learn, be entertained, and "give 'them' a pencil"!
Guest: Jordan Hall, Instructional Coach
In this episode, Jordan and Brit celebrate episode 50 with one of our essential instructional routines: MOVEMENT! We discuss how purposeful movement utilizes strategies that allow students to move while processing content and how it enhances instruction rather than detracting from it.
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Guest: Julia Salce, Instructional Specialist
In this episode, we 'unlock' formative assessment by discussing it through an instructional lens. How can educators provide students opportunities to say, do, make, or write, thus allowing teachers time to assess and collect learning evidence formatively? We discuss this question and work to answer it in today's conversation.
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Guest: Shannon Jauregui, High School English Teacher
In this episode, Shannon and Brit share their love for Kagan cooperative learning strategies and how to use them intentionally in the classroom.
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Guest: Trish Smith, 8th Grade Social Sciences Teacher
In this episode, Trish shares with Brit how she leverages different types of note-taking in her classroom to help her students comprehend the material and remember what they have learned to reference for future lessons.
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Guest: Wendy Peterson
In this episode, Brit and Wendy discuss two of John Hattie's highest rankings: Teacher Estimates of Student Achievement and Collective Teacher Efficacy. Despite their high effect sizes, both harbor "elephants" in the classroom, so we determine how to move past this to embrace and implement their power to accelerate student learning fully.
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Guest: Julia Salce, Instructional Specialist
In this episode, Julia & Brit continue their conversation about using wait time in the classroom and its powerful effects on teachers. They also suggest strategies for Wait Time 1 & Wait Time 2.
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- THE ARTICLE Budd Rowe.pdf
- Wait Time | Vanderbilt Tips for Implementation
- Wait-Time Strategies One-Pager made by J...
Guest: Julia Salce, M.Ed, NBCT & Instructional Specialist
In this episode, Julia and Brit GEEK OUT over their new learning about "wait time." We chat about how the brain learns through a "race-car vs. hiker brain" analogy and reveal how crucial wait time is for critical thinking and learner efficacy.
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Guests: Courtney McIntosh and Jennifer Reagan, Special Education Coordinators
In this episode, Courtney and Jen answer four commonly asked questions from general education teachers about special education, including the similarities and differences between IEPs and 504 plans, as well as what basic understandings all teachers need to know about special education laws.
Guest: Lindsay Wilson, Instructional Coach
In this episode, Lindsay shares two strategies that create frequent opportunities to collect student classroom data that will help teachers make data driven decisions in their classrooms.
Want more? Here are the resources from this episode:
- "My Favorite No" Strategy from The Teaching Channel
- The Power of Data: Ins...
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