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.
Follow us at @shiftingschools on Twitter and @shiftingschoolspod on Instagram and Tiktok
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 32 minutes
- Episodes
- 311
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Season 8 of Shifting Schools Podcast - Trailer
Welcome to Season 8 of the Shifting Schools Podcast! This season, we're diving deeper into the topics that matter most to educators, with a special focus on practical strategies and innovative approa…
352: Practical advice for a more playful childhood
💡 On our power of play series this week we talk with Jackie Mader
Jackie Mader is a senior early childhood reporter at The Hechinger Report, where she has reported on a range of topics including …
351: Skateboarding as a tool for change
💡 On our power of play series this week we talk with a remarkable leader with Skateistan, Hala Khalaf.
Skateistan is an international NGO that uses skateboarding as a tool for education and empowerm…
350: The Power of Process-Oriented Play
💡 On our power of play series this week we talk with Nawal Qarooni.
🎙️Connect with our guest and check out her book:
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Chapters
00:00 Empoweri…
349: What is the Impact of Play on Relationships?
💡 On our power of play series this week we talk with Courtney McLeod.
Courtney is an award-winning speaker and a professional life and leadership coach. Her super power is helping people experience a…
348: How do you define 'play'?
💡 On our power of play series this week we talk with Dr. Paul Davarsi. Play and learning (aren’t they the same thing?) are his twin passions, and lie at the heart of everything he does. Paul teache…
347: Learning self-regulation through the process of co-regulation
💡 On our power of play series this week we talk with Dr. Peg Oliveira. Dr. Oliveira is a child development expert and an activist. Since receiving her doctorate in developmental psychology from Bran…
346: Do you understand your personal play identity?
💡 On our power of play series this week we talk with Acey Holmes.
Acey Holmes is the founder of BoredLess, this week she discusses the importance of play for adults and its impact on social connecti…
345: Ready to have some 'hard fun'?
💡 On our power of play series this week we talk with Sharon Lauricella, Ph.D. and T. Keith Edmunds about "Hard Fun," and Ludic pedagogy.
🎙️Take this episode further by exploring the book from this we…
344: Play as a catalyst for innovation
This week's conversation challenges the myth that play is only for young children and emphasizes its value for middle schoolers, high schoolers, and adults. Sandra Chow is here and she highlights the…
343: How can we be better role models for play?
Liz Joy Moore discusses the power of play and how it can benefit both children and adults. She emphasizes that play is for everyone and that it is not impractical, even for adults. Liz believes that …
342: Taking sensory play seriously with Allie Ticktin
Our summer-long 'Power of Play' series starts now with special guest Allie Ticktin.
Allie’s mission is to empower children and their families through sensory play so that they can thrive through chil…
Special bonus episode: Try out our Free Power of Play Planner!
Tricia and Jeff are so excited about the soon to start 'Power of Play' summer pod series, so they thought they would bring listeners a special free resource to pair with it.
Would you like to be more…
341: How can we build relationships differently with AI?
In this conversation, Dr. Kenny Rodrequez, a superintendent from Grandview, Missouri, discusses the use of AI, specifically our show sponsor Lebra, from a leadership perspective. He shares insights o…
340: AI’s Role in Strengthening Executive Function
339: Can generative AI help my learners boost the power of play?
Jeff Utecht and Tricia discuss the importance of AI literacy and introduce their AI literacy course. They also talk about the recent updates from OpenAI and Google in the field of AI. They highlight …
338: Can generative AI help me rethink feedback in the classroom?
Jeff Utecht and Tricia Friedman discuss the second menu for the May Micro Menu Challenge. They provide prompts and resources to help educators experiment with AI literacy. They also address common qu…
337: Micro Menu Month Launches: AI Literacy for Teams
Jeff and Tricia introduce their new micro menu for the month of May, which focuses on experimenting with generative AI in different contexts. They emphasize the importance of actually interacting wit…
335: Is K12 education future ready right now?
In this episode, Jeff Utecht interviews Chris Linsell, a real estate technologist, about the intersection between technology and real estate. They discuss the disruptions happening in the real estate…