Classroom Conversations
Classroom Conversations is the place for teachers to share and learn. Presented by the Georgia Department of Education and Georgia Public Broadcasting, each episode features Georgia educators who are teaching and reaching students in innovative and impactful ways.
- Update frequency
- every 8 days
- Average duration
- 29 minutes
- Episodes
- 99
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Episode 705: The School's Largest Classroom: How Media Centers Can Ignite Learner Agency
This conversation with Media Specialist Dr. Amanda White from Fayette County Public Schools promises a perspective shift about media centers that will enhance students' personalized learning. Learn h…
Episode 704: Personalized Learning 101: A District Leader's Perspective
Personalized learning—that is, student-centered practices for heightened engagement—is gaining a foothold in Georgia schools. In a Classroom Conversations first, join us for a ten-episode, season-lon…
Episode 703: Back to School with Tech: Align Strategy with Technology
In our “Back to School with Tech” finale from the Georgia Educational Technology Conference, the word is connection. Align strategy with technology in GaConnects and broaden your professional learnin…
Episode 702: Back to School with Tech: Ideas That Excite and Motivate
In part two of our Classroom Conversations mini-series "Back to School with Tech," learn how to put the fire back in teaching with technology. From the Georgia Educational Technology Conference, two …
Episode 701: Back to School with Tech: Assistive Technology as a Springboard
In part one of a three-part LIVE and in the wild mini-series called “Back to School with Tech,” we take you behind the scenes of the Georgia Educational Technology Conference, GaETC. Hear from educat…
Episode 609: Health Barriers to Learning Series: What is an Asthma-friendly School?
More than 12% of Georgia’s school-age children are affected by asthma. In the continuation of our Health Barriers to Learning series, we explore this often overlooked problem in our schools and learn…
Episode 608: Teach in the Peach: Making Georgia the #1 State for Teachers to Teach
As Georgia kicks off its new “Teach in the Peach” campaign, we’re celebrating the passion and purpose behind the profession with stories from the classroom, campus, and beyond. Join us in conversatio…
Episode 607: A Top Issue to Watch in Schools: The Importance of Showing Up
Be present and accounted for in learning the strategies that address chronic absenteeism. Hear Dr. Duke Bradley III (superintendent, Newton County Schools) and Dr. Dana Rickman (president and CEO, GP…
Episode 606: Inspiring Student Innovation: The Modern Day Science Fair
Put STEM theory into practice with the modern day science fair! Join us in conversation with Shelley Kozowski, Science Fair Coordinator at Whitewater High School and Laura Brewer, the program directo…
Episode 309: Music In Our Schools: Building A Collaborative Community
To celebrate Arts in Education month, we're rerunning one of our favorite arts episodes! Join us in conversation with music teachers, Melissa Delman and Michael Kobito to learn how music can develop …
Episode 313: Mathematics Throughout the Building: Empowering Students
In honor of Pi Day, we're rerunning this special episode with tips on getting students excited about numbers in math class and beyond! Join us in conversation with Seticia Smith of Oak Hill Middle Sc…
Episode 605: Health Barriers to Learning Series: Removing Barriers to Primary Healthcare through Local Partnerships
In this installment of our Health Barriers to Learning series, we offer an uplifting tale of local healthcare partnerships providing resources that help student health and learning flourish. Join us …
Episode 604: Health Barriers to Learning Series: A Whole Child, Collaborative Approach to Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
When students are struggling with health conditions, educators can respond with multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) to help their students succeed under difficult circumstances. Join us for the co…
Episode 603: Health Barriers to Learning Series: The Impact of a School-based Health Center in Rural Georgia
A school nurse and a teacher work together to overcome a major barrier to learning: access to health services. Join us for the kickoff of our special series of episodes on Health Barriers to Learning…
Episode 602: The Rise of Student Innovation: Teaching Students to Design and Protect Their Original Works
Want to encourage student innovation? Foster the spirit of invention! Join us in conversation with Scott Frank, Roxanne Moore, and Julia Varnedoe to learn more about student invention and intellectua…
Episode 601: 2025 Georgia Teacher of the Year: You Matter
2025 Georgia Teacher of the Year Holly Witcher has 23 years in education. In our season 6 premiere, Witcher reflects on her journey as a special education teacher at Tesnatee Gap Elementary, her love…
Episode 515: Computer Science Leadership: Incorporating AI
Looking to bring AI into your classroom with confidence? Join us with Amber Jones, a certified computer science educator and co-designer of AI for Georgia, to explore accessible tools, ethical consid…
Episode 514: Making Beats with Code: Algorithm of Action
Tech and creativity join forces in this episode of Classroom Conversations! Join us in our conversation with Tiffany Jones to learn how she and her students make beats with code.
Episode 513: Robot Friends: Tools to Solve Problems
Robots are revolutionizing K-12 classrooms—enhancing STEM learning, automating tasks, and sparking innovation! Join us in conversation with Robert Kraushaar and Tyler Kinner to learn more.
Episode 512: Integrated Curriculum in a Shared Environment: It's All-Inclusive
Looking to make STEM accessible for all students? Join us in conversation with Abbie Hudson and Lindsey Cook of Harris County School District to learn how!