Teaching A to Z
From understanding ADHD to Teaching in the Zone, this podcast is designed to help educators thrive in the classroom with less stress and more joy. In each episode, we dive into research, information, and practical tips to simplify teaching and enhance your effectiveness. From effective lesson planning and classroom management to self-care and work-life balance, we cover a range of topics to make your teaching journey smoother and more fulfilling. Tune in on the 15th of every month and discover how you can transform your teaching experience and reclaim your passion for education.
Episodes
11 episodes
G is for Growth Mindset
In this episode of Teaching A to Z, we explore Growth Mindset: Research and Implications in the Classroom—what the latest studies reveal about its impact and where the evidence falls short. While growth mindset has inspired educ...
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Episode 3
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11:35
F is for Figuring Out What's Most Important
When teaching gets overwhelming, it helps to step back and focus on what’s most important. Executive functioning—the skills that help us manage daily life—comes down to four main elements: organization, time management, memory, and attent...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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19:57
Teaching A to Z: Back to School in 2025
The new school year is here—and so is a new episode of Teaching A to Z! In this episode, we’re diving into:The latest news and updates for teachers in 2025 Practical ways to start the year strong and stress less How to inc...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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26:24
Teaching A to Z: E is for Exit - Why Teachers are Leaving the Profession
In this episode, we explore the teachers shortage and examine the contributing factors. We review the pay gap, lack of prestige, little professional autonomy, poor working conditions, the villainization of teacher unions, and the lack of ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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36:10
Teaching A to Z: D is for Dealing with Difficult People in the School Setting
In this episode of TEACHING A TO Z, we tackle one of the toughest parts of being an educator: managing difficult interactions with students, parents, and administrators. From disruptive classroom behavior to tense parent-teacher ...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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23:02
C is for Classroom Management
What is classroom management? It is the ART of teaching. Learn about the research on defining, measuring, teaching and mastering the art of classroom management in this podcast: C is for Classroom Management.
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Episode 4
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25:36
ADHD - A is for ADHD Part 1
What is ADHD? What does the research say? Deepen your understanding of these students who come to you every year with their unique needs, strengths and possibilities.
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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19:02
ADHD 2 - A is for ADHD: Practical Classroom Management Tips for Teachers
In this episode, we continue discussing ADHD in the classroom, solutions for teachers and for students with ADHD, the research on the efficacy of classroom interventions, and ways teachers can help.
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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23:48
Teaching A to Z: B is for Beginning the School Year: How to Start Off on the Right Foot
In this episode, we discuss how to emotionally and practically prepare yourself for a new school year. We share research and information about ways to help both new teachers and veteran teachers start the year off right. We share tips to ...
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Episode 3
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28:38
Teaching A to Z: A is for ADHD Part 2
In this episode, we continue discussing ADHD in the classroom, solutions for teachers and for students with ADHD, the research on the efficacy of classroom interventions, and ways teachers can help.
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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24:45
Teaching A to Z: A is for ADHD, Part 1
In this episode, we discuss behaviors of students with ADHD, how ADHD is diagnosed, research on issues facing students with ADHD, research on the effects of teachers of students with ADHD, strengths of people who have ADHD, and how to help.&nbs...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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