Innovators Drinking Java
In this podcast series, we will dive into the world of education, reflecting on the question: how are today’s teachers engaging students in their learning? We will be meeting up with teachers from around Frederick county who have inspired students and staff with their innovative strategies.
Episodes
Jan 11, 2023
Jan 11, 2023
41 min
In this episode, we get together with Scott Murphy, Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Innovation here in FCPS, to discuss innovation in education from an equity lens. Join us to hear where his passion for equity began, his insights on FCPS from a newcomer's perspective, and his emphasis on personalized learning as a pathway to equitable instruction.
Jul 2, 2022
Jul 2, 2022
38 min
In this episode, we sit down with Lindsay Anderson, a high school art teacher from Frederick, MD. Tune in to hear how Lindsay cultivates creativity in her classroom and engages reluctant learners through authentic learning experiences that are relevant, valuable and interesting. You'll also hear how she gives feedback and grading assignments without taking any work home and uses innovative and practical onboarding strategies to set her students up for success.
May 5, 2022
May 5, 2022
37 min
In this episode, we get to chat with Evan Silver, a middle school math teacher who currently is teaching math intervention in Frederick, Maryland. His mindful use of technology to enhance instruction can be modified to be used in a broad variety of classroom environments, and from wigs, to puppets, to sticks and lint, his innovative ways to engage students will keep you listening for more.