Best Project Based Learning Coach Podcasts (2025)

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🤩 BONUS: What’s Coming in the Modern Math Teacher Membership 9:23

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Have you been listening to these episodes thinking, “Yes! This is the kind of math class I want—but I can’t do it alone”? Then this episode is for you. Today I’m giving you an inside look at the Modern Math Teacher Membership—what it is, who it’s for, and how you can get in early as a founding member. I’ll also share the story that inspired it all—…

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#109: PBL Without the Chaos: Yes, It’s Possible 6:14

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You want to do PBL, but every time you think about it… you panic. What if it flops? What if it’s chaos? Been there. Done that. In this episode, I’m sharing how I went from panicked to confidently using project-based learning in my classroom—without the mess. Inside this episode: ✔ Why PBL feels chaotic (and why it doesn’t have to be) ✔ The biggest …

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LIVE Investor Training With Free Presents For ALL Listeners & More!! 17:21

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Send us a text Stephan Piscano announces the release of his first book, "Why Smart Sellers Use Seller Financing: How to Earn More, Sell Faster and Beat the Market," sharing insights from his experience purchasing over 700 properties since 2008. • Book explains how seller financing allows complete negotiation flexibility for purchase price, down pay…

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Maximizing Personalization and Agency with Must-Do vs. May-Do Stations 15:39

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In this episode, I dive into a powerful variation of the station rotation model designed to maximize personalization and student agency. By using data to assign must-do stations and allowing students to choose from may-do options, teachers can tailor learning while giving students meaningful control over their experience. I share examples across su…

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#160: How to Get Over your Paralysis Analysis & Take Inspired Action 27:14

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Does a dream or passion you have feel out of reach? What if the key to shortening the path was to first, allow ANY step to be taken that feels good to you and second, open up to the idea of it taking an unexpected form. In this episode I share with you how this played out in MY life and how I allowed for the space to start thinking differently. It …

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#108: Signs You’re Ready to Teach Differently 6:14

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Ever feel like your class is full of students… but no one is really there with you? The crickets. The side conversations. The phone scrolling. If that sounds familiar, you’re not failing—you’re ready. Inside this episode: ✔ 3 red flags that your current teaching approach isn’t working (and what they really mean) ✔ The mindset shift that saved my sa…

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Summer AI Series: How to Get Started With AI in the K-12 Classroom 37:05

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Send us a text In this kickoff episode of our special summer series, Ashley Shaw sits down with Leslie Eaves, SREB's project-based learning director and a key member of the SREB Commission on AI in Education, to explore the new, free report: Guidance for the Use of AI in the K12 Classroom. Whether you’re AI-curious or already experimenting, this ep…

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#107: Why “Real, Relevant, and Rigorous” Is the Future of Math 11:05

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If you’re tired of hearing your students ask, “When are we ever gonna use this?”—this episode is for you. Today I’m breaking down the 3 R’s that have reshaped my math class: Real, Relevant, and Rigorous. And no, these aren’t just buzzwords. Inside this episode: ✔ What it really means to design math that’s real, relevant, and rigorous ✔ A behind-the…

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Selling Your Home With Seller Financing: How You Can Drastically INCREASE SALES/PROFITS! 26:18

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Send us a text Forget everything you thought you knew about selling real estate – this game-changing episode reveals how savvy property owners are earning 30-45% more by becoming the bank. Drawing from 17 years of experience and over 700 seller-financed deals, Stephan breaks down the extraordinary financial advantages that most sellers completely m…

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103 - Lessons not Learned: State of Maine HR System Project Debacle 51:22

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Think your project’s on fire? 🔥 Come hear how Maine tried to swap a 30‑year‑old COBOL HR/payroll system for something cloud‑friendly … and wound up with six years, two vendors, and ± $35 M spent—with no live system to show for it. (Psst—Love this kind of real‑world PM talk? Join our member community for templates, monthly problem‑solving Happy Hour…

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The Station Rotation Model + UDL = Stronger Tier I Instruction 20:32

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The Station Rotation Model + UDL = Stronger Tier I Instruction In this episode, I’m announcing the release of my new book, The Station Rotation Model and Universal Design for Learning: Elevating Tier 1 Instruction and Cultivating Learner Agency. I wrote it to help educators tackle a challenge I hear all the time—how do we meet the needs of such div…

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#106: The Math Class They’ll Remember 8:54

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Is your math class unforgettable—for the right reasons? In this episode, I’m sharing a powerful story from a cross-curricular Rocket Project that completely shifted how I thought about engagement. It reminded me that students don’t remember worksheets. They remember moments. Inside this episode: ✔ How I turned a standard quadratics unit into a proj…

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#105 – Chicken Nuggets, Pop, and Video Projects: Boosting Math Engagement with Clement Townsend 28:19

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🍗🥤 What do chicken nuggets, pop, and student-created videos have in common? They're all part of today’s conversation on how instructional videos can transform engagement in your math class. I’m joined by Clement Townsend, founder of Video Pro Learning, to dive into best practices for educational video projects, why video isn’t just for ELA anymore,…

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Leading AI Implementation: Building an Inclusive, Integrated Approach to Emerging Tech in Schools with Dr. Brandee Ramirez 1:03:26

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In this episode, I talk with Dr. Brandee Ramirez about what it takes to lead AI implementation across a school district. She shares how her work focuses on supporting all stakeholders—teachers, students, families, and staff—in building confidence with AI tools and understanding their practical value. Dr. Ramirez unpacks the difference between an ed…

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#104 – Creative Final Exam Review with Stations, Choice Boards, and a Little Help from AI 12:44

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😮‍💨 Feeling overwhelmed by finals prep? Whether you’re planning a final exam review for Algebra 1, Geometry, or Algebra 2, today’s episode is here to save your sanity—and your time. I’m sharing creative, low-prep ideas to get your students engaged and reviewing without the usual stress-fest. Plus, you’ll hear how to use AI + ready-made warm-ups to …

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Vietnman Veteran Deploys To Ukraine War: A Veteran's Mission. Memorial Day Special Episode From Ukrainian War 1:00:41

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Send us a text Dr. Patrick Guarnieri, a Vietnam combat veteran, recalls the moment in 2022 when watching Ukraine's invasion triggered memories of facing Russian-made weapons in Vietnam. Something deep within him knew he had to help. What began as a mission to offer de-escalation training has evolved into a remarkable humanitarian effort spanning fi…

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Real Estate: We Debunk The Biggest Myths In Housing & Discuss Strategies for Cash Flow with Insights from Past Financial Crises! Discover How National Trends Affect Local Markets & Harness Investment ... 39:46

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Send us a text Unlock the secrets of real estate with Stephan Piscano as he debunks the myth that local markets can escape the influence of national economic trends. By examining historical data from downturns like the 2008 crash, Stephan reveals the surprising truth about how interconnected our housing markets really are. Whether it's luxury homes…

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#103 – Your Summer, Your PD: What Do You Want to Hear Next? 5:42

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☀️Summer is almost here—and so is my Summer Series Poolside PD designed to make your teacher professional development feel more like iced coffee on the porch than a boring meeting. 😎 In this quick episode, I’m giving you a sneak peek at what’s coming AND asking for your input to help shape the next few months of bite-sized, bingeable episodes. In t…

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From Distraction to Transformation: 3 Ways to Use Tech to Truly Personalize Learning 22:55

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In this episode, I unpack three guiding principles for using technology to personalize and improve learning. From designing tech-enhanced instructional models to using tools to remove barriers and collect better data, this conversation will help you shift from simply using tech to using it well. If you've ever felt frustrated or overwhelmed by tech…

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#102 – Finishing Strong: Building Math Mindset and Confidence at the End of the Year 11:21

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🤔 How can you help students leave your class feeling confident—even if they struggled all year? In this episode, we’re focusing less on the math and more on the mindset that sticks with students long after the final exam. We’ll explore simple, meaningful ways to build a growth mindset and foster a strong mathematics mindset—so your students walk aw…

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SE18E7 - Strengths coaching for neurodiverse teams 53:25

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Brewerton and Holly Tennock, founder of Wilder Work and Strengthscope practitioner, explore the intersection of neurodiversity and coaching. They discuss the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals in the workplace, the significance of radical acceptance, and the need for psychological safety in team dynamics. The c…

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#101 – Free, Fun, and Still Rigorous: End-of-Year Math Activities That Just Work 7:40

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✏️ Looking for free math activities for high school that are actually fun and meaningful? You’re in the right place. In this episode, I’m sharing my top 3 FREE, low-prep, high-impact math activities to keep your students learning (and moving) through the end of the year. These aren’t just fluff—they’re rigorous, hands-on, and tied directly to key s…

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End-of-Year Engagement: Student-Led Learning with the 5Es Model 17:12

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End-of-Year Engagement Made Easy As the school year winds down, it can be tough to keep students focused and motivated. In this episode, I share a strategy that uses the 5Es instructional model to guide students through a self-directed inquiry project. This approach gives learners voice and choice, encourages deep exploration, and meets their need …

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#100 🎉 15 Real Moments from 15 Years of Teaching: What They Taught Me 23:00

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What better way to celebrate 100 episodes than by keeping it 100% real? In this milestone episode, I’m looking back on 15 real, raw, and totally relatable teaching moments from the past 15 years of my math classroom. From launching tennis balls across fields (oops) to learning the hard way why some things can’t be gray (looking at you, cell phones)…

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#99 – How Snorkl Transformed My Math Class: AI-Powered Practice that Builds Deeper Understanding 13:54

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🤔 What are the best AI tools for teaching math? If you’ve been asking this, I have a game-changing classroom story for you! In this episode, I’m sharing my new favorite AI tool—Snorkl—and how it completely transformed my lesson on graphing trigonometric functions. I’ll take you behind the scenes of an unforgettable class period where students: ✔ Go…

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Checking In On Our Market Projections: Bitcoin, Real Estate & Gold Prices!! 19:33

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Send us a text The markets have been on a wild ride since the presidential election, and we're taking a moment to check in on how our predictions have played out over the past six months. Remember when we projected gold would see an immediate dip after the election before continuing its climb toward $3,200? Well, that initial prediction was spot on…

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Heart, Mind, and Action: How Concept-Based Inquiry Positions Students to Make Meaning with Ruba Abi Saab 41:30

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In this episode of The Balance, I sit down with Ruba Abi Saab, Instructional Coach and Teaching and Learning Coordinator at Al Rayan International School in Accra, Ghana. Ruba shares how concept-based inquiry shapes her work with teachers and students, encouraging deeper thinking, empathy, and purposeful action. We talk about her passion for integr…

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Season Wrap-Up: Collective Teacher Efficacy, Clarity, and True Engagement 44:11

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Send us a text In the final episode of the school year, the Class-Act Coaching crew is back together! Ashley is joined by co-hosts Jason and Dan to reflect on the biggest takeaways from this semester’s episodes — and this time, Dan takes the reins as host. Together, they dive into three powerful themes that kept coming up in coaching conversations:…

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#98 – You’re the MVP: A Big Thank You + Easy End-of-Year Ideas to Celebrate YOU 10:13

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🥳 It’s Teacher Appreciation Week—and this episode is all about YOU. Whether you’re coasting into summer or barely hanging on (no shame), I want to say THANK YOU for the work you do every single day. In this special episode, we’re keeping things light, fun, and helpful with: ✔ Heartfelt encouragement (because you deserve it) ✔ Fun end-of-year teache…

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Asset-Based Language in Feedback and Rubrics 24:14

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Feedback and rubrics are powerful tools. In this episode, I explore how shifting from deficit-based to asset-based language can transform both your feedback and your rubrics. Drawing from my recent blog, I share why this shift matters, how it aligns with UDL, and how small changes in language can have a big impact on student motivation and self-eff…

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#97 Teachers Deserve their Time Back with Rae Hughart 38:14

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Teaching doesn’t have to be exhausting. What if small shifts could give you back your time, reduce burnout, and make learning more engaging—without adding extra stress? In this episode, I’m joined by Rae Hughart, educator, speaker, and founder of Teachers Deserve It. Rae is passionate about helping teachers set boundaries, reclaim their time, and m…

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BROWNS FINALLY SELECT SANDERS: Tebow, Kaepernick, & Now Sanders: The NFL's Allergy to Spotlight-Stealing QB's 11:53

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Send us a text The 2025 NFL Draft has delivered one of the most stunning storylines in recent memory as Shadeur Sanders, once hyped as a potential #1 overall pick, fell dramatically to the Cleveland Browns at pick #112. This represents potentially the largest draft stock plummet in NFL history, surpassing even Aaron Rodgers' famous drop to #24 back…

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This Fort Knox Secret's Been Revealed and Could SHATTER Record Gold Prices 4:33

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Send us a text This Long-Held Fort Knox Secrets Finally Ready To Rock US Governments! www.stephanpiscanopodcast.com To Follow Us On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VacationWealthPartnersBy Stephan Piscano

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Revisited: The Modern Classrooms Project with Kareem Farah 50:08

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We revisit an earlier episode when Dr. Catlin Tucker spoke with Kareem Farah about maximizing teacher time, boosting student engagement, and reimagining workflows through his Modern Classrooms Project. About Modern Classrooms Project Modern Classrooms Project Free CourseBy catlinthebalance

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#96 Fun Math Activities To Get out and Enjoy the Spring Weather 7:44

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🎧 What if you could take math outside and still hit your learning goals? Say goodbye to packets and hello to sunshine ☀️—because spring is the perfect time to take your math lessons outdoors without sacrificing rigor. In this episode, I’m sharing two of my favorite math projects that work perfectly outside and still cover those key standards. Wheth…

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WE'RE BACK! Tracking Record Gold's Meteoric Explosion LIVE with projected gold Prices, Fort Knox Mysteries, Our Team of Experts Makes Our Official Projections for long-term Gold Prices! 16:02

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Send us a text Gold prices are skyrocketing before our eyes, climbing past $3,458 per ounce and setting new records by the minute. After tracking inflation trends for over a decade, watching this explosive growth unfold is both validating and shocking – even surpassing our bullish predictions from last year. What we're witnessing follows a predicta…

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Revisited: Antiracism and Universal Design for Learning with Andratesha Fritzgerald 52:13

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What do we mean when we say Universal Design for Learning (UDL)? How can UDL support an antiracist learning environment? In this episode of Dr. Catlin Tucker’s podcast, The Balance, she invites Andratesha Fritzgerald, an inclusive practices implementation consultant and life-long educator, to offer clarity around these themes and questions. Learn M…

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Special Episode: Coaching the Coaches - How One Georgia District Supports Instructional Coaching at Every Level 50:18

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Send us a text In this episode, Jason and Dan sit down with Kanisa Williams, an instructional coach from a large Georgia district, who coaches other instructional coaches. They talk about how coaching cycles are implemented not just with teachers, but with coaches, and the importance of modeling, trust-building and communication. Kanisa shares how …

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#95 Hands-On Math Activities + Projects Students Love 11:16

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🎧 What if your next math review or intro lesson didn’t feel like a worksheet… but like a real, creative challenge your students couldn’t wait to do? If spring fever has hit your classroom, it’s time to switch gears and bring in hands-on math activities that are engaging, meaningful, and standards-aligned. In this episode, I’m sharing three of my fa…

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Revisited: Sparking Engagement in Urban and Culturally Diverse Classrooms with Dr. Shaun Woodly 54:37

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Catlin talks with Dr. Shaun Woodly about his personal experience teaching in urban schools with culturally diverse students. Catlin and Shaun discuss the need to consider, “What learning really looks like?” and whether teachers are creating spaces to foster authentic learning experiences for kids. Listen to Shaun and Catlin as they discuss the four…

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#94 Unlocking AI for Math Teachers: Easy Ways to Start Today 9:16

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🎧 What if AI could save you hours of planning each week? AI can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be! In this episode, I’m sharing three easy, no-stress ways to start using AI in your math classroom right now. We’ll explore how to: ✨ Use AI to simplify lesson planning and create scaffolded materials ✨ Boost student support and error analysis…

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What Is the Next Step In Creating Clarity? 16:05

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What is the next step in creating clarity? We've done some inner-work, we've connected to our intuition and we've made some discoveries...but what comes next? The action. This is how we begin to bring clarity to life. This is where all of that inner-work gets activated. Listen in for what's in store for our next season of Boss-Goddess episodes. Plu…

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AI with Intention: Dr. Tony Frontier on Leading, Teaching, and Learning in the Age of AI 1:00:50

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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Tony Frontier, author of AI with Intention: Principles and Action Steps for School Leaders and Teachers, to explore how educators and school leaders can navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of AI with purpose. We discuss intentional leadership, the risks and opportunities of AI in education, the role of acade…

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Designing Meaningful Projects: Making Project-Based Learning Work in the Classroom 51:47

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Send us a text In this episode of Class-Act Coaching, Ashley is joined by Marty Sugerik, an instructional coach with a passion for project-based learning (PBL). Marty shares practical coaching strategies to help teachers design or refine classroom projects that connect to real-world skills. Whether you’re a coach supporting teachers in PBL or an ed…

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#93 Spring into Something New: Why Now is the Best Time to Try PBL 9:04

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🎧 Have you ever thought about trying something new in your classroom but worried about the timing? Spring might be your perfect opportunity to experiment with project-based learning (PBL)! In this episode, I’ll show you why the final stretch of the school year is actually the best time to dip your toes into PBL—and exactly how to do it without the …

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102 - Kim's first day working for the Empire: Kate runs another Project Management role-play 40:34

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Our D&D-style project role play was such a hit, we did it again - in a different universe. One far, far away… This time, it’s Kim’s first day as a project manager working on a secret government project for the Empire. As he shows up, he finds that his predecessor… well, let’s just say he didn’t get-on well with his exec sponsor. Kim’s new project i…