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
280: Designing the Future: David Jakes and the Design Thinking Classroom Revolution
Welcome back to Shifting Schools, the podcast where innovative educational approaches meet the ever-evolving landscape of learning. Join host Jeff Utecht as he converses with renowned educator, forwa…
279: The ChatGPT assessment conversation we want more of
Ready for an Eggcellent Adventure?
Let's explore the Egg Drop Challenge with ChatGPT 🐣🔬
In this egg-ceptionally fun episode for Day of AI, your hosts Jeff and Tricia are breaking a few eggs as they e…
278: The Healing Power of Nature: A Conversation with Rebekah Lowell
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277: Could your team use some positive gossip?
On this episode, we think about ways to spread appreciation throughout the year.
Might your team benefit from spreading positive gossip about fellow team members?
How might that spark the practice …
276: Stanzas that celebrate teachers with Taylor Mali
It is teacher appreciation week and we are thrilled to have the award winning Taylor Mali on the show to shower teachers with stanzas of support and care.
Taylor talks about his brand new book "The T…
275: Is it time to reimagine the career fair?
On this episode, we ask you to consider the ways we might need to rethink traditional career fairs. If your school hosts 'world of work' events, have you thought about ways those events have changed …
274: How Can Text Blaze Simplify Workflows for Students and Teachers in Education?
In this episode of Shifting Schools, Jeff interviews Dan Barak, from Text Blaze, a text-expansion tool that can save users time and make typing more efficient. Dan explains how Text Blaze can be used…
273: A Conversation with ChatGPT about AI in the Classroom
Welcome to this special episode of Shifting Schools, where we dive into the exciting world of AI in education, with a special guest ChatGPT. We discuss the potential benefits and concerns surrounding…
272: Are we entering into an information literacy renaissance?
In today's episode, we have a very special guest, Jennifer LaGarde, aka The Library Girl @jenniferlagarde, an incredible advocate for information literacy and the co-author of "Developing Digital Det…
271: Five ways to use ChatGPT for Earth Day
Saturday, April 22nd is Earth Day.
While this week is an important week to put a spotlight on climate action and sustainability we need to be sustaining this conversation all year. So, how might Chat…
270: Celebrating School Library Month
April is School Library Month, and we are thrilled to bring you a conversation with award-winning librarian Karina Quilantán!
Looking for more information on School Library Month?
Click here for an o…
269: Is equity getting the spotlight it deserves in our conversations about AI?
On this episode of the podcast Jeff and Tricia tell listeners all about the latest free guide:
"Kickstarting a critical conversation about equity and generative AI."
They explain why terms like 'algo…
268: The message about mistakes that our students need us to hear
Do you learn from your mistakes? Do your students?
In this episode we go deep into ways we can truly leverage mistakes as fuel for deeper learning, engagement, and reflection. We think more about the…
267: How do you share your stories of hope?
Thank you to our sponsor MackinVia for sponsoring today's episode.
Jeff's book recommendation: The Dip by Seth Godin
This week on the show we are honored to speak with Dr. Dana Goodier, the author o…
266: Reflections from the NCCE23 Conference
Welcome to the NCCE conference live episode sponsored by MackinVia. Today we explore the impact of Generative AI on education, digital and media literacy, and innovative projects happening in schools…
265: Feedback as fuel for trust
In this episode, we explore the transformative power of feedback for leaders. Drawing from the insightful article "How Leaders Can Get the Feedback They Need to Grow" from Harvard Business Review by …
264: Cultivating problem solvers one conversation at a time
On the show we are so excited to host Dr. Gina Picha! She explores the strategies and insight inside her new book: Conferring in the Match Classroom.
We explore what it means to help learners develop…
263: An Invitation, Opportunity, and a Thank You!
This short and sweet episode asks for YOUR feedback.
It has now been a few weeks since we launched our learning opportunities for generative AI tools like ChatGPT.
Specifically, we launched:
262: What does 'being bold' mean to you?
On this episode we explore what it means to 'be bold' in our personal and professional lives. This conversation features the research and insight of Shanna A. Hocking.
Shanna A. Hocking is a leadersh…
261: Sparking and sustaining the social media conversation at home
How are we helping parents and caretakers as they seek to learn more about digital literacy and social media?
On this episode Jeff and Tricia discuss recent research that makes the link between too …