State of Ed Podcast

First-timers at the FETC Annual Conference in Orlando, Nick and Marc got to meet many incredible educators from across the country. In this episode, they sit down with the incomparable Barbara Bray, who gushes about her love of teachers and addresses the importance of remembering your "why." Get to know Barbara Bray: online, Grow Your Why Podcast, her books Follow Marc on X, online, TikTok, or YouTube Check out Marc's new book, CAPTIVATE  

Nick turns the tables and interviews Marc about his book, Captivate as well as the message he is sharing with educators across the country as a featured speaker at conferences. They discuss challenges faced by today's school leaders, ways to leverage educational technology in the classroom, and how to effectively mentor new teachers. Follow Marc on X, online, TikTok, or YouTube Check out Marc's new book, CAPTIVATE https://www.amazon.com/dp/1990566898  

Marc is joined by author, podcaster, speaker, and instructional technology expert, Alana Winnick. Recorded at the School Administrators Association of New York's Annual Conference, amid the picturesque backdrop of Lake George, Marc and Alana discuss the role of AI in today's classrooms, the challenges of implementation, and the incredible opportunity available to our schools and students in this generative age. Find Alana Winnick online, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, and LinkedIn Follow Marc on X, online, TikTok, or YouTube Check out Marc's new book, CAPTIVATE https://www.amazon.com/dp/1990566898  

Marc is joined by author, speaker, and former school superintendent, Dr. Joe Sanfelippo. Recorded at the School Administrators Association of New York's Annual Conference, amid the picturesque backdrop of Lake George, Marc and Joe discuss critical elements of district leadership, how to hire, train, and retain the very best people, and ways to shift culture to ensure that learning environments produce the best possible outcomes. Find Dr. Sanfelippo online, Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook Follow Marc on X, online, TikTok, or YouTube Check out Marc's new book, CAPTIVATE  

Marc is joined by international consultant, speaker, and New York Times bestselling author, Rosalind Wiseman, whose book Queen Bees & Wannabees inspired the popular film and musical, Mean Girls. They discuss how to foster schools that promote student voice, the differences between respect and dignity, and the challenges facing educators and young people in a social media world. Find Rosalind Wiseman online, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook Follow Marc on X, online, TikTok, or YouTube Check out Marc's latest book, CAPTIVATE  

In this conversation, Marc and Nick discuss the intricacies of lesson planning, emphasizing the importance of structured questioning and engagement techniques. They explore how to effectively plan lessons that foster student participation and understanding, while also considering the role of AI in education and the balance between creativity and structure in teaching. Follow Marc on X, online, TikTok, or YouTube Check out Marc's new book, CAPTIVATE

Marc and Nick sit down with Dr. Colleen Kelley, retired chemistry professor, TEDx speaker, and author of Kids' Chemistry comic books. Dr. Kelley shares how her passion for science has led her on a journey to bring molecular literacy to elementary school students through story telling and fun. Show Notes: Dr. Kelley's website TEDx Talk PBS Documentary   Follow Marc on X, online, TikTok, or YouTube Check out Marc's new book, CAPTIVATE  

Marc and Nick sit down with Jake Miller, author, personalized learning specialist, and host of The Educational Duct Tape Podcast to discuss how to leverage instructional technology, increase students' intrinsic motivation, and strategies to help shift how educators approach teaching in today's schools. Show Notes: Jake Miller's socials Bluesky Twitter (X) Instagram Facebook Website Podcast Website YouTube TikTok LinkedIn Pinterest Follow Marc on X, online, TikTok, or YouTube Check out Marc's new book, CAPTIVATE

Marc and Nick sit down with Laura Williams, author, consultant, and 21st century learning specialist to discuss increasing student engagement, leveling up cooperative learning, and how to make a meaningful impression on your classes. Show Notes: Laura Williams on X, BlueSky LinkedIn Follow Marc on X, online, TikTok, or YouTube Check out Marc's new book, CAPTIVATE https://www.amazon.com/dp/1990566898

Marc and Nick sit down with Jennifer Womble, chair of the Future of Education in Technology Conference (FETC), the largest gathering of its kind in North America. They discuss the many challenges faced by educators and schools impacted by an ever-evolving technological landscape. Show Notes: Jennifer Womble on X, BlueSky LinkedIn Follow Marc on X, online, TikTok, or YouTube Check out Marc's new book, CAPTIVATE