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Do you need a support with online education? My name is Raymond Diaz and I have been in education for over 25 years. I am currently a Learning Design Coach for Pasco County Schools in Florida. I feel this live podcast will provide educators an opportunity to gain support and knowledge in our fast changing environment.
Episodes
Monday May 11, 2020
Monday May 11, 2020
Mike Eddy is the Principal at Malcom Bridge Middle School in Oconee County Georgia. Prior to coming to Oconee County, he was employed by Henry County Schools since 2001, and also served as the district’s Title I coordinator as well as the fine arts coordinator. Prior to his service in Henry, Eddy worked as a music teacher and director of bands in the Clayton and Fulton county school systems.
Wesley Locke is the Principal at Spring Creek Charter School in Paisley, Lake County, Florida. He has been at his current school since 2001, teaching K-8 music until 2010. Wes then became the school’s Assistant Principal. In 2015, he was appointed as Principal of Spring Creek Charter School.
Monday Apr 27, 2020
Monday Apr 27, 2020
For over 40 years Dr. Jones has studied highly successful teachers - the "naturals" - to see how they make success look easy. Dr. Jones most recent book, Tools for Teaching, offers an updated description of classroom management enriched by two decades of teacher training.
Patrick has been working with Fred since the mid-nineties and giving workshops since 2006. Since Fred retired in 2014, Patrick has been the lead trainer. He has worked side-by-side with Dr. Jones to produce all of the materials currently published on FredJones.com including Tools for Teaching and The Study Group Activity Guide.
Please visit https://www.fredjones.com/ for more information.
Monday Apr 20, 2020
Current Trends in Education with Dr. Diaz Special guest Dr. Jim Knight
Monday Apr 20, 2020
Monday Apr 20, 2020
Jim Knight is a research associate at the University of Kansas Center for Research on Learning. He has spent more than two decades studying instructional coaching, writing several books on the topic. Jim’s articles on instructional coaching have been included in publications such as The Journal of Staff Development, Principal Leadership, The School Administrator, and Teachers Teaching Teachers. Jim directs several research projects, including Pathways to Success, a comprehensive, district-wide school reform project in the Topeka, Kansas, School District. Jim also leads the Intensive Instructional Coaching Institutes and the Teaching Learning Coaching annual conference. Jim has presented and consulted in more than 40 states, most Canadian provinces, and around the world. He has also won several university teaching, innovation, and service awards.
Friday Apr 10, 2020
Friday Apr 10, 2020
Current Trends in Education with Dr. Diaz was excited to have guest host Dr. Karen Crocco.
Dr. Karen Crocco is an instructional designer, training specialist, and educator who has dedicated her career to educating students, teachers, and leaders in the state of Florida, and throughout the country. Dr. Crocco is currently the Instructional Specialist for Visual and Performing Arts in St. Lucie Public Schools, in Port St. Lucie, Florida and the Program Manager for the federally funded SLPS Medici Project, a PDAE grant funded project. Dr. Crocco has received the Associate of Arts degree from Indian River Community College, the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Music Education from the University of Florida; the Master of Arts degree in Music Education from the University of Southern Mississippi, and the Doctor of Musical Arts degree from Boston University.
Following a successful career as a music educator, Dr. Crocco grew her skills and talents to innovated professional development for Arts educators in the school districts and throughout the country. She has presented sessions at the local, state and national level on Leadership, Mentoring, Teaching with Intention, Developing Arts Integration, Celebrating Assessment, and Instrumental Ensemble Pedagogy. In addition to presenting countless local professional training sessions in the state of Florida, Dr. Crocco has conducted sessions at the Florida Music Educator’s Conference, at the Carnegie Hall Summer Institute for Music Educators, and the Institute for Arts Integration and STEAM.
In addition to working for and with educators, Dr. Crocco is considered a specialist in the areas of leadership and organization development; for both, business and volunteer organizations. Dr. Crocco finds her work with adults and organizations rewarding in the same manner as she found her work with students when she was a classroom teacher. She values being a part of the growth process and focuses on growth as the primary objective for herself and those with whom she works.
As and Instructional Designer, Dr. Crocco seamlessly wove her talents and passions as a music educator into learning and development. She states, “It is exhilarating for me to design instruction, platforms, and modules that encourage and support professionals to accomplish all that they are capable of accomplishing. The diversity of the people I work with and the variety of their ideas are the fuel for the innovation I weave into the training and courses I design. I use technology and industry proven practices to improve everything and everyone connected to the projects I design. I am passionate about learning, training, and professional development in the workplace.” Dr. Crocco focuses on challenging learners using relevant activities, creating measurable learning objectives, and developing materials that promote transfer, retention, and application.
In addition to her professional commitment, Dr. Crocco is a mother, wife, daughter, and grandmother who enjoys visiting Disney World and traveling as often as she can. She enjoys attending live Arts performances and exhibits, and relaxing with her husband on or near the water.
Friday Apr 03, 2020
Friday Apr 03, 2020
Current Trends in Education with Dr. Diaz is a live show that is designed to support educators. In this show, Bonnie Wertenberger and a call in guest, Mr. Sheldon, discuss online education experiences and best practices. In addition to the discussions guests are invited to call-in and ask questions or share experiences.