Shifting Schools: Conversations for K12 Educators
Shifting Schools is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the latest trends, strategies, and tools in K-12 education. Hosted by educators Jeff Utecht and Tricia Friedman, the podcast provides a platform for teachers, administrators, and education thought leaders to share their experiences and insights on how to improve teaching and learning. From innovative approaches in classroom management to leveraging technology for personalized learning, Shifting Schools tackles the most pressing issues facing K12 educators today. Whether you are a seasoned teacher or a new educator, this podcast will inspire you to think outside the box and shift your educational approach. Tune in to Shifting Schools to gain new perspectives, share ideas, and join a community of passionate educators who are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of their students.
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- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 32 minutes
- Episodes
- 311
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Changing perceptions of manufacturing in schools
In this conversation, Jeff Utecht and John Gardner discuss the critical role of manufacturing in the American economy and the importance of education in preparing students for careers in this field. …
Help all learners bring more creativity into 2025
Creativity is essential. On the show this week we loved learning with Crayola's Cheri Sterman. Cheri is here to tell us all about the power of the upcoming Crayola Creativity Week.
Educators and fami…
What we can learn from Outlier schools
Erich Bolz is deeply versed in the field-tested Powerless to Powerful transformation frameworks developed by Gonzaga University professors Chuck Salina and Suzann Girtz which, when implemented with f…
The potential of AI for multilingual learners
In this conversation, Jeff Utecht and Professor Brent Warner explore the intersection of AI and education, particularly focusing on multilingual learners. They discuss how AI can empower students to …
A New Era in MTSS with AI
In this episode of Shifting Schools, Jeff Utecht interviews Jose, founder and CEO of Neulight, about the transformative potential of AI in education. They discuss IntelliTier, which enhances the Mult…
Asking better questions about what is possible with AI
In this conversation, Tricia and Laura discuss the intersection of ableism, artificial intelligence, and education. They explore how AI can serve as an assistive device to enhance access and equity, …
What can we learn about AI from an archivist?
Reed Hepler discusses the changing role of archival work in the era of generative AI. He explains that while some may think archives and AI are incompatible, there are actually many ways in which AI …
Understanding the potential uses for AI as an assistive technology
In this episode, we sit down with Fiona Goodall, a leading expert on the social applications of assistive technologies. Fiona helps us understanding how emerging technologies, particularly AI, can be…
How do we balance innovation and ethics?
On this week we speak with Dr. Federica Fornaciari, who is a Professor, a researcher, a children’s book author, and the Academic Program Director for the MA in Strategic Communications at National Un…
Asking what students need and when with Professor Anna Mills
Professor Anna Mills discusses the evolving landscape of AI literacy in education, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach to integrating AI into writing and learning processes. She reflects on …
AI Detection is a waste of your time, so now what?
In this episode, Jeff Utecht interviews Michelle Kassorla, an associate professor of English at Georgia State University, about using generative AI in higher education. They discuss the importance of…
A great way to center student voice when it comes to generative AI
In this conversation, Jeff Utecht interviews Dr. Dayamudra Dennehy, a community college teacher, about the incorporation of generative AI in classrooms. They discuss the importance of including stud…
The beauty of scenario based learning
How do you see yourself in the future of learning?
This week on the pod guest Amy Oswalt is here to help us to think bigger about that question as well as the future of inclusivity in schools.
Ready …
What a professor of education has to say about the future of teaching with AI
Dr. Min Sun, a professor of education at the University of Washington, discusses the work of AmplifyLearn.ai, a center focused on harnessing the power of AI to improve teaching and learning. The cent…
Enhancing Accessibility in Higher Education with AI
Dr. Laura Dumin obtained her PhD in English from Oklahoma State University in 2010. She is a professor in English and Technical Writing at the University of Central Oklahoma who has been exploring th…
357: The Future of AI in College: Personalization and a new Student Life Experience
Get ready to dive into the rapidly evolving world of AI and its impact on higher education. As the landscape of technology shifts faster than ever, how can today’s college students and Student Affair…
356: The sound of play
💡 On our power of play series this week we talk with
Hayes Greenfield is founder of Creative Sound Play (CSP), a sound-based, generative learning system for Pre-K, as well as an award-winning jazz…
355: Who gets to design the future of play?
Our guest this week is an expert with AR, VR, and XR.
Meet Jeannine Charles who is committed to crafting immersive experiences that transcend the boundaries of reality.
Jeannine’s journey began wi…
Can play transform a city?
play:ground NYC is an organization that focuses on the rights of children and creating affirming spaces for play. They believe that young people should be given authority, autonomy, and respect, and …
Enhancing Well-being and Creativity through Play
Dr. Julie Jones discusses the power of play and challenges the myth that play is separate from learning. She emphasizes that play is not the opposite of work, but rather the opposite of depression. A…