Falling for Learning Podcast
This podcast supports parents and caregivers in gaining the tools and information needed to keep the next generation on track for learning and on track for success! New episodes released Saturdays at 5 p.m. Pacific Time. Follow us: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fallingforlearning/. Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/fallingforlearning/.
Episodes
In this episode of the Falling for Learning podcast, TD Flenaugh reflects on personal growth, resilience, and the importance of celebrating wins. She shares her journey of renewing her national board certification, the challenges faced, and the lessons learned along the way. Flenaugh emphasizes the significance of modeling resilience for children, celebrating achievements, and understanding that setbacks are part of t...
TD Flenaugh discusses the importance of decodable passages and repeated readings to build reading fluency in children. Decodable passages contain spelling patterns children have learned, such as "cr" and "fr." Flenaugh emphasizes the need for multiple reads to help children recognize and sound out words. She suggests marking up the text with different colors or symbols to highlight patterns. Flenau...
In this episode of the Falling for Learning podcast, TD Flenaugh and Lauren Moseley discuss the upcoming Thanksgiving break and the various school events leading up to it. They explore classroom dynamics, student engagement, and the importance of communication skills in education. The conversation also touches on instructional strategies, the balance between independence and support in learning, and the implications o...
TD Flenaugh and Lauren Moseley discuss the importance of service learning and restorative justice in education. They highlight "Quilters," a Netflix documentary about inmates in a Missouri prison who learn to quilt and create weighted vests for foster children and those with autism, emphasizing the transformative power of giving back. They relate this to service learning projects in schools, where students e...
Is your child the next big thing? Parents and educators can use these simple strategies to help children reach their full potential! TD Flenaugh and guest Albert Bramante discuss strategies for nurturing children's talents and overcoming self-doubt. Albert, a talent agent and performance coach, emphasizes the importance of fostering curiosity and involvement in various activities. He shares his journey from aspir...
TD Flenaugh and Lauren Moseley discuss strategies for parents to support their children's learning. They emphasize the importance of discussing academic progress, not just behavior, during parent-teacher conferences. They advise parents to create a print-rich environment at home and to communicate their children's interests to teachers. They highlight the need for balance between school and home learning, su...
In this compelling episode of the Falling for Learning Podcast, our insightful host T.D. Flenaugh engages in a transformative conversation with Latoya Nichole Stewart, a conscious parent coach and author of Putting Down the Belt. Together, they delve into the profound shift from corporal punishment to thoughtful parenting centered on love and consequences.
Latoya Nichole shares her journey of moving away from the ...
TD Flenaugh revisits an interview with Mark Bielang, a superintendent from Portage Public Schools in Michigan, discussing his journey from trades to education and his commitment to career and technical education (CTE). Bielang emphasizes the importance of CTE, noting a $100 million donation for a new CTE center. He highlights the need for a supportive culture in schools. Bielang advises parents to understand their chi...
Danielle Matthews shared her journey of resilience after a traumatic brain injury from a car accident. Despite initial struggles, including losing her teaching job and dealing with severe migraines, she found solace in practices like Yoga Nidra, which helped her manage stress and improve her mental state. Danielle emphasized the importance of emotional resilience, stress management, and self-esteem for children, sugge...
Lauren Moseley discusses her experience fostering dogs through Three Little Pitties, a Texas-based rescue. Visit https://www.threelittlepittiesrescue.org to learn more. Moseley shares the process of finding homes for them. She shares her personal journey of fostering a pregnant dog named Anise and the challenges and rewards of fostering.
T.D. and Lauren discuss Ms. Moseley's transition from self-contain...
In this conversation, April Ratchford, the host of Adulting With Autism Podcast, shares her personal journey with autism - as an individual, as a parent, and as an occupational therapist. She discusses the importance of understanding autism from a cultural perspective, the challenges of navigating diagnosis and advocacy, and the implications of masking in autistic individuals. April emphasizes the need for community ...
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T.D. Flenaugh interviewed Dave Cole, a math enthusiast since third grade, who shared his journey from loving math puzzles to a career in engineering and computer science. He emphasized the importance of making math fun and engaging for children. Cole discussed his summer math camp for elementary school kids. He also highlighted the series of math-t...
Tarquinn Curry discusses the importance of prompting skills, detecting bias, and critical thinking in the age of AI. He emphasizes the need for human skills like communication and collaboration, which AI cannot replicate. Curry highlights tools like ChatGPT and Google AI Studio for educational purposes, such as creating study guides, podcasts, and visual aids. He notes that AI can help students learn efficiently and c...
TD Flenaugh and Tarquinn Curry discuss the impact of AI on education and career preparation. Curry, an educator and parent, emphasizes the importance of teaching students to use AI responsibly and effectively. He shares his journey from teaching biology to robotics and film production, highlighting the practical benefits of hands-on learning. Curry introduces AI tools like ChatGPT and prompts, stressing the need for s...
Dr. Robin Harwick, founder of The Pearl Online Democratic High School, discusses her journey from a curious child to an educator, emphasizing the importance of challenging gifted students to prevent dropout rates. She highlights that 25% of gifted students drop out due to lack of challenge. The school, which started in 2020, serves over 60% BIPOC and 65% neurodivergent students, with classes capped at 10 for personali...
In this episode of the Falling for Learning podcast, Dr. Sheldon Greaves shares his journey of lifelong learning and the concept of guerrilla scholarship. He discusses the influence of his parents, the importance of public resources like libraries, and how curiosity can foster a love for learning. Dr. Greaves emphasizes the need for critical thinking in today's information age and the value of community in the le...
Join us on the Falling for Learning podcast as TD Flenaugh and Russell Van Brocklen, the dyslexic professor, delve into effective strategies for supporting students with dyslexia. Russell shares his innovative approach, emphasizing the importance of leveraging students' special interests and teaching from the specific to the general. Learn how word analysis followed by articulation can transform learning experien...
TD Flenaugh and Michelle Steiner discuss overcoming learning disabilities. Michelle shares her struggles with math and social acceptance, having been diagnosed with a learning disability in kindergarten. Despite setbacks, she found support in a writing group and advocated for herself, achieving a bachelor's degree. Michelle emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis, accommodations, and self-advocacy. She highl...
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