Welcome to The Education Table, a destination for insights into inclusive and innovative education, all in 10 minutes or less. Hosted by Katie Novak, the podcas...
In today’s episode, we’re exploring the power of AI—not as a replacement for educators but as a game-changing tool to elevate our work.
Katie Novak shares three practical strategies she has used to leverage AI to amplify her efforts, build relationships, and foster inclusive learning environments. She also recounts a personal story about how AI helped her son overcome writer's block and highlights compelling research on the benefits of educators using AI in the classroom.
By the end of this episode, you’ll feel empowered to try these strategies right away, lightening your load while strengthening your practice.
View resources, the episode article, and more on the show page: https://www.novakeducation.com/the-education-table-elevate-design-with-ai
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Three Effective Strategies for Implementing Station Rotations in the Classroom
Station rotations are one of the most powerful (and realistic) strategies for meeting the needs of diverse learners but knowing how to effectively implement it is crucial for its magic to shine through. In this episode, Katie Novak will share a helpful analogy to explain station rotations - a blended learning model that balances explicit instruction, collaboration, and digital learning to meet every student's needs - how it works. Then she will share compelling research from John Hattie along with three effective ways to increase engagement, scaffold lessons tailored to students needs and offer immediate feedback to and from students with the station rotation model.
To access resources and more, head to the show page https://www.novakeducation.com/the-education-table-station-rotations
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Personalize Learning with Playlists
In this episode of The Education Table, Katie Novak breaks down the ins and outs of learning playlists, a powerful tool that can transform your classroom. We explore how to blend online and offline learning, leverage existing resources, and scaffold student success. We’ll uncover the secret to creating flexible and structured playlists that empower students to personalize their learning journey while staying on track with tasks and time management.
This episode is for teachers, instructors, and coaches looking to give students more control of their learning while providing opportunities for educators to meet the individualized needs of their students through personalized check-ins and conferences throughout the learning process.
To access a playlist template, additional resources, and more, head to the show page https://www.novakeducation.com/the-education-table-learning-playlists
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Increase Teacher Efficacy with UDL: How to Inspire, Motivate and Get Results
Discover how to elevate your school's instructional practices by empowering your teachers with Universal Design for Learning (UDL). In this episode, Katie Novak explores the impact of teacher efficacy - not only on students but on staff as well. Novak shares how to cultivate a culture of belief and competence among your staff while providing insights into effective professional development and support systems.
Discover how personal and collective beliefs shape student outcomes, explore practical strategies to implement UDL in your classrooms, from flexible learning materials to diverse assessment practices, and learn how to foster a culture of innovation and support teacher growth. Whether you are a seasoned school leader or just starting out in the education space, this episode will equip you with the knowledge and tools to inspire, motivate, and achieve remarkable results.
Access resources and the transcript from the show: https://www.novakeducation.com/the-education-table-teacher-efficacy
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Making Math Accessible and Engaging for All: UDL Takeaways for K-5
Today, math is often still taught the same way it was decades ago, but our students’ needs have evolved, and their performance on standardized tests shows it. We now recognize that learners vary in countless ways, and the idea that “there’s only one way to teach math” no longer holds up. Research shows us that integrating Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles creates more accessible and engaging math classrooms. With UDL, we can shift the narrative for students, helping them discover a love of learning and build confidence in math from an early age. In this episode you’ll learn how UDL plays a vital role in creating inclusive math classrooms for all students in grades K-5, no matter the curriculum you have adopted.
Katie Novak will share concrete strategies for effective K-5 math instruction, including how to incorporate inquiry-based learning, building clarity around learning goals, providing options and choices, incorporating visual representations, and promoting self-reflection.
Dive in deeper and access the resources from this episode: https://www.novakeducation.com/the-education-table-udl-math-k-5
Welcome to The Education Table, a destination for insights into inclusive and innovative education, all in 10 minutes or less. Hosted by Katie Novak, the podcast is dedicated to address your pressing questions, inspire action, and drive change, offering the insights and tools necessary to transform education through UDL, MTSS, innovative interventions, and leadership practices. Each episode offers a mix of stories, statistics, and strategies designed to establish balance for teachers and enhance outcomes for all learners.
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