web01.fireside.fm Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:51:44 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Modern Classrooms Project Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “New York” https://podcast.modernclassrooms.org/tags/new%20york Sun, 17 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 Your hosts discuss the model and its implications for the future of education, along with guests including MCP implementors such as mentors, teachers, and administrators. en-us episodic Discussions on education, teaching, and learning from the perspective of the Modern Classrooms Project The Modern Classrooms Project Your hosts discuss the model and its implications for the future of education, along with guests including MCP implementors such as mentors, teachers, and administrators. no blended instruction, self-paced learning, mastery-based grading, differentiated instruction The Modern Classrooms Project zach.diamond@modernclassrooms.org Episode 279: Co-Teaching https://podcast.modernclassrooms.org/279 aaad9812-6587-45bd-b550-2f289f7f094c Sun, 17 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 The Modern Classrooms Project full The Modern Classrooms Project TR is joined by Amber Fletcher and Liz Khinda to talk about using MCP in co-taught classes and navigating the challenges of co-teaching 30:04 no <p>TR is joined by Amber Fletcher and Liz Khinda to talk about using MCP in co-taught classes and navigating the challenges of co-teaching</p> <p><strong>Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week</strong></p> <ul> <li><p>Join the Modern Classrooms Project on June 23rd for the Leadership Collaborative Summit 2026 — a free, virtual event for K-12 school and district leaders. This year's theme is "Personalized by Design," and it's built around a core belief: every student learns differently, and the best learning communities are built to act on that. You'll hear from principals, district leaders, and coaches from across the country who are making instruction more human through mastery-based, student-centered approaches — and getting real results. Every session is led by practitioners and designed to give you strategies you can act on this fall. <a href="http://modernclassrooms.org/leadership/summit-2026" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Register here</a></p></li> <li><p>Help us spread the Modern Classrooms Model! Refer a Friend, Earn SWAG! Know a colleague or school leader who would love our summer learning opportunities? Fill out <a href="https://referafriend.paperform.co/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">this form</a> and MCP will take it from there! MCP will reach out to them with information on the model and their exclusive discount code.</p></li> </ul> <p><strong>Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Email us questions and feedback at: <a href="mailto:podcast@modernclassrooms.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">podcast@modernclassrooms.org</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1SQEZ54ptj1ZQ3bV5tEcULSyPttnifZV" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Listen to this podcast on Youtube</a></li> <li>Modern Classrooms: <a href="https://twitter.com/modernclassproj" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@modernclassproj</a> on Twitter and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">facebook.com/modernclassproj</a></li> <li>Kareem: <a href="https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@kareemfarah23</a> on Twitter</li> <li>Toni Rose: <a href="https://twitter.com/classroomflex" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@classroomflex</a> on Twitter and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.modernclassrooms.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Modern Classroom Project</a></li> <li><a href="https://learn.modernclassrooms.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Modern Classrooms Online Course</a> <ul> <li>Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!</li> </ul></li> </ul> <p>The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: <a href="https://twitter.com/zpdiamond" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@zpdiamond</a> on Twitter and <a href="https://www.learningtoteach.co/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Learning to Teach</a> Special Guests: Amber Fletcher and Liz Khinda.</p> TR is joined by Amber Fletcher and Liz Khinda to talk about using MCP in co-taught classes and navigating the challenges of co-teaching

Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week

  • Join the Modern Classrooms Project on June 23rd for the Leadership Collaborative Summit 2026 — a free, virtual event for K-12 school and district leaders. This year's theme is "Personalized by Design," and it's built around a core belief: every student learns differently, and the best learning communities are built to act on that. You'll hear from principals, district leaders, and coaches from across the country who are making instruction more human through mastery-based, student-centered approaches — and getting real results. Every session is led by practitioners and designed to give you strategies you can act on this fall. Register here

  • Help us spread the Modern Classrooms Model! Refer a Friend, Earn SWAG! Know a colleague or school leader who would love our summer learning opportunities? Fill out this form and MCP will take it from there! MCP will reach out to them with information on the model and their exclusive discount code.

Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:

The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Special Guests: Amber Fletcher and Liz Khinda.

]]> TR is joined by Amber Fletcher and Liz Khinda to talk about using MCP in co-taught classes and navigating the challenges of co-teaching

Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week

  • Join the Modern Classrooms Project on June 23rd for the Leadership Collaborative Summit 2026 — a free, virtual event for K-12 school and district leaders. This year's theme is "Personalized by Design," and it's built around a core belief: every student learns differently, and the best learning communities are built to act on that. You'll hear from principals, district leaders, and coaches from across the country who are making instruction more human through mastery-based, student-centered approaches — and getting real results. Every session is led by practitioners and designed to give you strategies you can act on this fall. Register here

  • Help us spread the Modern Classrooms Model! Refer a Friend, Earn SWAG! Know a colleague or school leader who would love our summer learning opportunities? Fill out this form and MCP will take it from there! MCP will reach out to them with information on the model and their exclusive discount code.

Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:

The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Special Guests: Amber Fletcher and Liz Khinda.

]]> Episode 245: Gamification in SPED https://podcast.modernclassrooms.org/245 298ec3c8-0867-4e25-9ac4-78361e5541fc Sun, 07 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0400 The Modern Classrooms Project full The Modern Classrooms Project Toni Rose is joined by Dykeisha Hill to talk about using games of all types to bring joy into the classroom and connect with students 58:48 no <p>Toni Rose is joined by Dykeisha Hill to talk about using games of all types to bring joy into the classroom and connect with students</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <ul> <li><p><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/ArtyNerdShop?dd_referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ArtyNerdShop - Dykeisha's Etsy</a></p></li> <li><p><a href="https://www.cityyear.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">City Year</a></p></li> <li><p><a href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1558952/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Freedom Riders</a></p></li> <li><p>Some of the games Dykeisha mentions:</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/God_of_War_(franchise)" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">God of War</a></li> <li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kingdom_Hearts" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Kingdom Hearts</a></li> <li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Legend_of_Zelda" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Legend of Zelda</a></li> </ul></li> <li><p>Ed Tech tools Dykeisha mentions:</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://edpuzzle.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Edpuzzle</a></li> <li><a href="https://nearpod.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Nearpod</a></li> <li><a href="https://peardeck.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Peardeck</a></li> </ul></li> <li><p>Comic book characters Dykeisha mentions</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deadpool" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Deadpool</a></li> <li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Batman" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Batman</a></li> <li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harley_Quinn" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Harley Quinn</a></li> </ul></li> <li><p>A few of the anime and manga mentioned on this episode:</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Demon_Slayer:_Kimetsu_no_Yaiba" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Demon Slayer</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.afrosamurai.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Afro Samurai</a></li> <li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/My_Hero_Academia" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">My Hero Academia</a></li> <li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dragon_Ball_Z" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Dragonball Z</a></li> <li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sailor_Moon" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sailor Moon</a></li> <li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_(TV_series)" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Pokemon</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.yugioh.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Yu-gi-oh</a></li> </ul></li> <li><p>Dykeisha's interactive classroom resource "<a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/19wAeusuG1JdiwU6TOGtexUWTV3AJIZOSEk_39haWhjg/edit?slide=id.p3#slide=id.p3" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Innocent or Guilty</a>," based on the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ace_Attorney" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney</a> series of video games</p></li> <li><p>Connect with Dykeisha by email at <a href="mailto:dhill@bronxhaven.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">dhill@bronxhaven.org</a></p></li> </ul> <p><strong>Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week:</strong></p> <ul> <li><p>Want to start building your own Modern Classroom and work one-on-one with an expert educator? If you’re an educator in Chicago, St. Louis, Alabama, or any of the districts we’re partnered with, you can sign up now for the Virtual Mentorship Program! The next session runs from October 20 to January 19, and the whole program is virtual and self-paced. See if there’s an opportunity in your area by going to <a href="http://modernclassrooms.org/apply-now" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">modernclassrooms.org/apply-now</a></p></li> <li><p>Looking for virtual connection? We’ve renamed the implementer meetups to The Co-Lab. Join our first one Wednesday, September 10, at 7 pm EST to connect with other Modern Classroom educators and talk about building authentic relationships with students through Unit 0 and beyond! <a href="https://modernclassrooms.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sGWuKcRpRYmJ2YGLu2ZXUA" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Register here</a>&nbsp;</p></li> <li><p>Ready to Transform Your Classroom? Dive into our Back-to-School Toolkit—your go-to guide for building a self-paced, blended, and mastery-based learning environment. Don’t miss out on the tips and strategies that’ll make this school year your best one yet! <a href="https://www.modernclassrooms.org/toolkit/back-to-school" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Click here to access the toolkit</a></p></li> </ul> <p><strong>Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Email us questions and feedback at: <a href="mailto:podcast@modernclassrooms.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">podcast@modernclassrooms.org</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1SQEZ54ptj1ZQ3bV5tEcULSyPttnifZV" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Listen to this podcast on Youtube</a></li> <li>Modern Classrooms: <a href="https://twitter.com/modernclassproj" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@modernclassproj</a> on Twitter and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">facebook.com/modernclassproj</a></li> <li>Kareem: <a href="https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@kareemfarah23</a> on Twitter</li> <li>Toni Rose: <a href="https://twitter.com/classroomflex" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@classroomflex</a> on Twitter and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.modernclassrooms.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Modern Classroom Project</a></li> <li><a href="https://learn.modernclassrooms.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Modern Classrooms Online Course</a> <ul> <li>Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!</li> </ul></li> </ul> <p>The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: <a href="https://twitter.com/zpdiamond" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@zpdiamond</a> on Twitter and <a href="https://www.learningtoteach.co/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Learning to Teach</a> Special Guest: Dykeisha Hill.</p> Toni Rose is joined by Dykeisha Hill to talk about using games of all types to bring joy into the classroom and connect with students

Show Notes

Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week:

  • Want to start building your own Modern Classroom and work one-on-one with an expert educator? If you’re an educator in Chicago, St. Louis, Alabama, or any of the districts we’re partnered with, you can sign up now for the Virtual Mentorship Program! The next session runs from October 20 to January 19, and the whole program is virtual and self-paced. See if there’s an opportunity in your area by going to modernclassrooms.org/apply-now

  • Looking for virtual connection? We’ve renamed the implementer meetups to The Co-Lab. Join our first one Wednesday, September 10, at 7 pm EST to connect with other Modern Classroom educators and talk about building authentic relationships with students through Unit 0 and beyond! Register here 

  • Ready to Transform Your Classroom? Dive into our Back-to-School Toolkit—your go-to guide for building a self-paced, blended, and mastery-based learning environment. Don’t miss out on the tips and strategies that’ll make this school year your best one yet! Click here to access the toolkit

Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:

The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Special Guest: Dykeisha Hill.

]]> Toni Rose is joined by Dykeisha Hill to talk about using games of all types to bring joy into the classroom and connect with students

Show Notes

Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week:

  • Want to start building your own Modern Classroom and work one-on-one with an expert educator? If you’re an educator in Chicago, St. Louis, Alabama, or any of the districts we’re partnered with, you can sign up now for the Virtual Mentorship Program! The next session runs from October 20 to January 19, and the whole program is virtual and self-paced. See if there’s an opportunity in your area by going to modernclassrooms.org/apply-now

  • Looking for virtual connection? We’ve renamed the implementer meetups to The Co-Lab. Join our first one Wednesday, September 10, at 7 pm EST to connect with other Modern Classroom educators and talk about building authentic relationships with students through Unit 0 and beyond! Register here 

  • Ready to Transform Your Classroom? Dive into our Back-to-School Toolkit—your go-to guide for building a self-paced, blended, and mastery-based learning environment. Don’t miss out on the tips and strategies that’ll make this school year your best one yet! Click here to access the toolkit

Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:

The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Special Guest: Dykeisha Hill.

]]> Episode 234: Learned Helplessness https://podcast.modernclassrooms.org/234 f4f3fe51-526c-4060-9a36-b9fd9ad9ad8e Sun, 13 Apr 2025 08:00:00 -0400 The Modern Classrooms Project full The Modern Classrooms Project Toni Rose is joined by Ernest Rodriguez to discuss learned helplessness and the importance of SEL and vulnerability in a student-centered classroom 1:07:09 no <p>Toni Rose is joined by Ernest Rodriguez to discuss learned helplessness and the importance of SEL and vulnerability in a student-centered classroom.</p> <p>Read a summary of this episode on the <a href="https://www.modernclassrooms.org/blog/reframing-failure-how-one-bronx-teacher-builds-student-agency-and-confidence" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Modern Classrooms Project blog</a>.</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <ul> <li><p><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hot_yoga" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Hot Yoga</a></p></li> <li><p><a href="https://www.jayshetty.me/podcast" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">On Purpose</a>, with Jay Shetty</p></li> <li><p><a href="https://www.gimkit.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Gimkit</a></p></li> <li><p>Connect with Ernest by email at <a href="mailto:mr.rod2425@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">mr.rod2425@gmail.com</a></p></li> </ul> <p><strong>Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week</strong></p> <ul> <li>Toni Rose Deanon and Lauren Kimlinger, MCP implementers and DMCE, are presenting on Inside Out: A Joyful Journey of Learning and Growth at <a href="https://ascdoregon.org/2025-el-conference" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Oregon Early Learning Conference</a> from April 16-18 in Portland, OR. If you’re attending, make sure to check them out and say hi!</li> </ul> <p><strong>Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Email us questions and feedback at: <a href="mailto:podcast@modernclassrooms.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">podcast@modernclassrooms.org</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1SQEZ54ptj1ZQ3bV5tEcULSyPttnifZV" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Listen to this podcast on Youtube</a></li> <li>Modern Classrooms: <a href="https://twitter.com/modernclassproj" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@modernclassproj</a> on Twitter and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">facebook.com/modernclassproj</a></li> <li>Kareem: <a href="https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@kareemfarah23</a> on Twitter</li> <li>Toni Rose: <a href="https://twitter.com/classroomflex" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@classroomflex</a> on Twitter and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.modernclassrooms.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Modern Classroom Project</a></li> <li><a href="https://learn.modernclassrooms.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Modern Classrooms Online Course</a> <ul> <li>Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!</li> </ul></li> </ul> <p>The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: <a href="https://twitter.com/zpdiamond" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@zpdiamond</a> on Twitter and <a href="https://www.learningtoteach.co/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Learning to Teach</a> Special Guest: Ernest Rodriguez.</p> Toni Rose is joined by Ernest Rodriguez to discuss learned helplessness and the importance of SEL and vulnerability in a student-centered classroom.

Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog.

Show Notes

Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week

  • Toni Rose Deanon and Lauren Kimlinger, MCP implementers and DMCE, are presenting on Inside Out: A Joyful Journey of Learning and Growth at Oregon Early Learning Conference from April 16-18 in Portland, OR. If you’re attending, make sure to check them out and say hi!

Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:

The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Special Guest: Ernest Rodriguez.

]]> Toni Rose is joined by Ernest Rodriguez to discuss learned helplessness and the importance of SEL and vulnerability in a student-centered classroom.

Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog.

Show Notes

Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week

  • Toni Rose Deanon and Lauren Kimlinger, MCP implementers and DMCE, are presenting on Inside Out: A Joyful Journey of Learning and Growth at Oregon Early Learning Conference from April 16-18 in Portland, OR. If you’re attending, make sure to check them out and say hi!

Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:

The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Special Guest: Ernest Rodriguez.

]]> Episode 229: Family and Consumer Science https://podcast.modernclassrooms.org/229 9b7a4eb2-a0da-4c85-b639-1d341f443d38 Sun, 09 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0400 The Modern Classrooms Project full The Modern Classrooms Project TR is joined by Mauranda Comley to talk about using the MCP model in a middle school Family and Consumer Sciences classroom 58:58 no <p>TR is joined by Mauranda Comley to talk about using the MCP model in a middle school Family and Consumer Sciences classroom.</p> <p>Read a summary of this episode on the <a href="https://www.modernclassrooms.org/blog/redefining-hands-on-learning-how-self-pacing-transforms-the-facs-classroom" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Modern Classrooms Project blog</a>.</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <ul> <li><p><a href="https://www.aafcs.org/about/what-is-fcs" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Family and Consumer Science</a></p></li> <li><p><a href="https://www.nextgenlearning.org/articles/benefits-of-self-pacing-in-skills-based-hands-on-classes" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Mauranda's article in NGLC, "Benefits of Self-Pacing in Skills-Based, Hands-On Classes"</a></p></li> <li><p><a href="https://www.simplypsychology.org/zone-of-proximal-development.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Vygotsky's Zone of Proximal Development</a></p></li> <li><p>Mauranda's <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/16I_5uI7U0553N91wjsfuwIaQPtf15VColIOtox--C0g/edit" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Reflection Form</a> and <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RozJLj5Uc49JYZzFxvtnxoWUSVHKK3aZ2hShPBXBqd0/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Exploring Career's Choice Board</a> tes</p></li> <li><p>Mauranda's business, "<a href="https://mywholesometable.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">My Wholesome Table</a>"</p></li> <li><p>Connect with Mauranda on her <a href="https://mywholesometable.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">website</a>, or by email at <a href="mailto:mauranda.comley@modernclassrooms.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">mauranda.comley@modernclassrooms.org</a></p></li> </ul> <p><strong>Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week</strong></p> <ul> <li><p>Our co-founder, Rob Barnett, will be at the Summit for Transformative Learning presenting on How Modern Classrooms Meet Every Learner’s Needs in Atlanta, GA from March 10-11.&nbsp;</p></li> <li><p>Looking for virtual connection? Join our implementer meetup on Wednesday, March 12, at 7 pm EST to connect with other Modern Classroom educators! <a href="https://modernclassrooms.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sBlPYTg0SVy-lwDLyYrguQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Register here</a></p></li> <li><p>Toni Rose Deanon and Avery Balasbas will be at the 2025 Good Teaching Conference - South presenting on Cultivating Community in Your Classroom and Teaching Critical Pedagogy through Fil-Am Lit in Garden Grove, CA from March 14-16. If you’re attending, make sure to stop by and say hi!</p></li> </ul> <p><strong>Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Email us questions and feedback at: <a href="mailto:podcast@modernclassrooms.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">podcast@modernclassrooms.org</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1SQEZ54ptj1ZQ3bV5tEcULSyPttnifZV" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Listen to this podcast on Youtube</a></li> <li>Modern Classrooms: <a href="https://twitter.com/modernclassproj" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@modernclassproj</a> on Twitter and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">facebook.com/modernclassproj</a></li> <li>Kareem: <a href="https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@kareemfarah23</a> on Twitter</li> <li>Toni Rose: <a href="https://twitter.com/classroomflex" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@classroomflex</a> on Twitter and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.modernclassrooms.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Modern Classroom Project</a></li> <li><a href="https://learn.modernclassrooms.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Modern Classrooms Online Course</a> <ul> <li>Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom!</li> </ul></li> </ul> <p>The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: <a href="https://twitter.com/zpdiamond" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@zpdiamond</a> on Twitter and <a href="https://www.learningtoteach.co/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Learning to Teach</a> Special Guest: Mauranda Comley.</p> TR is joined by Mauranda Comley to talk about using the MCP model in a middle school Family and Consumer Sciences classroom.

Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog.

Show Notes

Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week

  • Our co-founder, Rob Barnett, will be at the Summit for Transformative Learning presenting on How Modern Classrooms Meet Every Learner’s Needs in Atlanta, GA from March 10-11. 

  • Looking for virtual connection? Join our implementer meetup on Wednesday, March 12, at 7 pm EST to connect with other Modern Classroom educators! Register here

  • Toni Rose Deanon and Avery Balasbas will be at the 2025 Good Teaching Conference - South presenting on Cultivating Community in Your Classroom and Teaching Critical Pedagogy through Fil-Am Lit in Garden Grove, CA from March 14-16. If you’re attending, make sure to stop by and say hi!

Contact us, follow us online, and learn more:

The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Special Guest: Mauranda Comley.

]]> TR is joined by Mauranda Comley to talk about using the MCP model in a middle school Family and Consumer Sciences classroom.

Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog.

Show Notes

Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week

  • Our co-founder, Rob Barnett, will be at the Summit for Transformative Learning presenting on How Modern Classrooms Meet Every Learner’s Needs in Atlanta, GA from March 10-11. 

  • Looking for virtual connection? Join our implementer meetup on Wednesday, March 12, at 7 pm EST to connect with other Modern Classroom educators! Register here

  • Toni Rose Deanon and Avery Balasbas will be at the 2025 Good Teaching Conference - South presenting on Cultivating Community in Your Classroom and Teaching Critical Pedagogy through Fil-Am Lit in Garden Grove, CA from March 14-16. If you’re attending, make sure to stop by and say hi!

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The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

Special Guest: Mauranda Comley.

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