Something To Talk About Stenhouse Publishers

What's a teacher facilitation move that seems small, but can have a powerful impact on classroom conversations? When we interviewed educators for this podcast series, the idea that came up most frequently with this question of small, but powerful moves was wait time. But as you’ll hear, everyone thought about wait time a little differently. Featuring Lauren Carr, Matthew Kay, Dawnavyn James, and Caroline Sweet. 
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Hands Down, Speak Out
Not Light, But Fire
Patterns of Power en español
 

It's tempting to equate listening with compliance. Schools often describe being a “good listener” as sitting up straight, making eye contact, and being quiet while others (often the teacher!) are talking. 
So today we’re going to hear from educators who are thinking about listening in different ways. We’re thinking about what all the ways listening can look and sound like? And we’re wondering how we can help students (and ourselves) keep growing as listeners.
Today's guests are Christy Thompson, Caroline Sweet, Santasha Dhoot, Jennifer Orr and Allison Hintz. 
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Patterns of Power en español
Hands Down, Speak Out
Intentional Talk
Mathematizing Children's Literature

In today’s episode we’re talking with educators about power in classroom conversations and beyond. We’re reflecting on who holds power in classroom conversations, what that looks like, and how we can disrupt inequities we notice. Find out what Elham Kazemi, Lauren Carr, Matthew Kay , Dawnavyn James, and Caroline Sweet think about how we can make our classroom conversations and communities places where students feel like their voices are included and important. 
Learn More: 
Hands Down, Speak Out
Intentional Talk
Not Light, But Fire
Patterns of Power en español
 
 

What’s hard about classroom talk? And how are you working to get better? Find out what Jennifer Orr, Dawnavyn James, Lauren Carr, and Santasha Dhoot say on Episode 4 of the Something to Talk About mini podcast.
And we’d love to hear from you! Let us know how you’re rethinking participation in classroom conversations.. Leave a comment on the blog, or connect with us on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook. 
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Hands Down, Speak Out: Listening and Talking Across Math and Literacy
 
 

In Episode 3, Stenhouse editor and author, Kassia Wedekind asks: 
How might we rethink our ideas about participation in classroom conversations? 
You’ll hear from literacy coach Christy Thompson, first-grade teacher Lauren Carr, high school teacher Matthew Kay,and third-grade teacher Jennifer Orr.
And we’d love to hear from you! Let us know how you’re rethinking participation in classroom conversations.. Leave a comment on the blog, or connect with us on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook. 
Learn More:
 
Hands Down, Speak Out: Listening and Talking Across Math and Literacy
Not Light, But Fire: How to Lead Meaningful Race Conversations in the Classroom
 

In Episode 2, Stenhouse editor and author, Kassia Wedekind asks: 
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve gotten about classroom conversations?
You’ll hear from literacy coach Christy Thompson, high school teacher Matthew Kay, first grade teacher Santasha Dhoot and math education professors Elham Kazemi and Allison Hintz.
And we’d love to hear from you! Let us know what piece of advice about classroom conversations has stuck with you. Leave a comment on the blog, or connect with us on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook. 
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Choice Words: How Our Language Affects Children’s Learning
Opening Minds: Using Language to Change Minds
Hands Down, Speak Out: Listening and Talking Across Math and Literacy
Not Light, But Fire: How to Lead Meaningful Race Conversations in the Classroom
Intentional Talk: How to Structure and Lead Productive Mathematical Discussions