Whether you’re a district superintendent or a building principal, your time is valuable. But you also need to set aside time to hone your leadership skills, and part of that effort is understanding what comprises the most pressing issues and topics surrounding K12 education. And what better way than to do so on your drive to work or on a morning stroll in a way that is effortless, and maybe even enjoyable?
Over the past several years, podcasts have grown in popularity for their entertainment value and ease of access since they can be heard while the listener is performing other tasks. But most consumers use them to actually learn, according to recent data published by the Pew Research Center. And that’s exactly how these experts are leveraging them to inform the educators and leaders of today.
If you’re a passionate leader who wants to go above and beyond by expanding your understanding of pertinent K12 topics, including school safety, innovative instructional technology, and how to become a more impactful leader, these three podcasts will help you get there.
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The Easy EdTech Podcast
Hosted by Monica Burns, founder of Class Tech Tips which has assisted teachers through edtech consulting for more than 10 years, the Easy EdTech Podcast is a free resource for listeners who want to know more about trends in edtech and discover tech-friendly lesson ideas and strategies for community building.
In her latest podcast, Burns sits down with EdTech Coach Debbie Tannenbaum for a discussion about the importance of icon literacy for navigating digital learning environments and how you can use them to empower students.
The School Safety Insider Podcast
In this podcast series, nationally recognized School Safety Expert Ken Trump takes us behind the scenes “for insider discussions of the hot topics, best practices, blunders, and politics of K12 school safety, security, and emergency preparedness planning,” according to his website.
On Tuesday, Trump announced the return of the podcast for the 2023-24 school year, where weekly episodes will serve as practical, useful and thought-provoking resources for leaders who want to create safer schools for their students and staff.
“While most episodes are very relevant today, we took a hiatus in late 2020 as it became increasingly evident that educators were overwhelmed with academic and health-safety issues,” says Trump.
This school year, you can look forward to hearing from Trump and other experts who may serve as voices of reason, experience and credibility to help you become a strategic school safety leader.
Below, you can listen to some of his most popular episodes from 2020 when the podcast launched.
The 43 Ways to be Less Lame Podcast
Join Don Killingbeck, superintendent at the Hemlock Public School District, alongside his colleagues and co-hosts Director of Innovation Alex Haltom and middle school Principal Joshua Chase, as they educate listeners on how to be “less lame” one podcast at a time.
Each episode features special guest experts who will help you drive transformation in your classroom, school building, or even across your district. In their most recent episode, they sat down with one education expert to learn about how educators can build relationships and create unforgettable experiences for students.
Tune in to The 43 Ways to be Less Lame Podcast here.
