Brave New Teaching: A Podcast for High School and Middle School Teachers

Do you find that your high school students have trouble allowing themselves to be creative in their writing? We have a solution for you! Enter The Inspiration Cube.We spent a lot of time curating this resource and have yet to share it with you! The Inspiration Cube is intended to help students break past their fear and anxiety of coming up with things on their own and gives them permission to let their creativity flourish.The Inspiration Cube is a creative writing exercise and we’re going to walk you through it in real time in today’s episode. It’s basically a no-prep way to get your students thinking creatively, working together, and dare we say…having fun! It can be used in partners, small groups, or even whole class.Even better, you can download it for free and try it out in your classroom this week.Show Notes: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode195 Get any BNT workshop for just $7! shop.bravenewteaching.comSupport the show📚 BNT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & RESOURCES 👩‍💻 Join Happy Hour! Curriculum Rehab Down with the Reading Quiz Shop the BNT Resource Library Connect with us on Instagram @bravenewteaching Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

It’s time for a reading update! Get your notebook or notes app ready because you’re about to have a new TBR list just in time for Spring reading.We’re running through our recent reads, some we’ve enjoyed more than others. There’s a little something for everyone from memoirs to historical fiction to comfort reads and everything in between.We hope this reading update brings some new texts your way, inspires you to take action on titles sitting on your TBR, or reinvigorates your excitement about books you’ve already read. Here’s a pro tip - try a repeat read on audio. It will feel new again!Most of all, remember to read for what you need…not to meet some arbitrary goal.Head to the show notes to grab the list of books we mention in this episode: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode194 Get any BNT workshop for just $7! shop.bravenewteaching.comSupport the show📚 BNT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & RESOURCES 👩‍💻 Join Happy Hour! Curriculum Rehab Down with the Reading Quiz Shop the BNT Resource Library Connect with us on Instagram @bravenewteaching Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

It’s officially Women’s History Month and we’re absolutely celebrating here at Brave New Teaching! While we firmly believe that we should be doing this work all year round, it’s still powerful to pause and have some intentionality behind what’s being celebrated this month. For us, that’s not only women’s voices, but also women’s issues, both past and present.In today’s episode, we’re highlighting different female voices and resources that you can use with your students this month from poetry to speeches to film and more. Celebrating these voices from all different intersections of identity can spark new conversations in the classroom and help our students see beyond their own experiences and biases. This is definitely one to bookmark and share with a teacher friend!RESOURCES MENTIONED:Join Happy Hour!Curriculum RehabDown with the Reading QuizAmerican Leaders' Speeches Choice BoardWomen’s History Month: Digital Choice BoardPersephone ReturnsThe Tragedy of Greek Goddesses How Film Changes How We See the WorldMaya Anelou’s “Phenomenal Woman”Phenomenal Woman Script & NotesPhenomenal Woman Permission SlipCaste, by Isabel Wilkerson Origin - official trailerConnect with us on Instagram @bravenewteachingFollow Marie on Instagram: @thecaffeinatedclassFollow Amanda on Instagram: @mudandinkteachingLet us know what you think! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts.SHOW NOTES: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode193 Get any BNT workshop for just $7! shop.bravenewteaching.comSupport the show📚 BNT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & RESOURCES 👩‍💻 Join Happy Hour! Curriculum Rehab Down with the Reading Quiz Shop the BNT Resource Library Connect with us on Instagram @bravenewteaching Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

How many times have you sat through a Professional Development Training and thought “This is not the best use of my time”? As an ELA teacher with a to-do list a mile long, there’s nothing worse than feeling like your time is wasted or you aren’t walking away from a PD session with strategies you can actually use to better your instruction.That’s where I (Amanda) come in! In 2021 I stepped away from the classroom and have been working hard to fulfill my dream of being a professional development leader, specifically in the inquiry space for the secondary ELA community. I am on a mission to reshape PD to be personalized and impactful…and I think I’m doing a pretty great job so far!In today’s episode, I am giving you a peek behind the curtain to show how I approach Professional Development sessions. I’ll review my six non-negotiables for phenomenal and effective PD that is anything but one-size-fits-all. PD can be great and I want you to experience that! If you like what you hear, be sure to pass this episode along to your administrators and teacher leaders who are making decisions about hiring for PD.   You can learn more about my PD offerings here.🔗 EPISODE FEATURED LINKS 🔗Book Amanda for PD at your school!Today's Show Notes:   https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode192Get any BNT workshop for just $7! shop.bravenewteaching.comSupport the show📚 BNT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & RESOURCES 👩‍💻 Join Happy Hour! Curriculum Rehab Down with the Reading Quiz Shop the BNT Resource Library Connect with us on Instagram @bravenewteaching Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

Do you enjoy assigning projects in your class, but have found that small group projects come with a whole new set of challenges? Whole-class projects may be your answer. Our guest today, Danielle Hicks, has found great success with whole-class engagement projects and is here to share about her experience.If the thought of one big giant project brings immediate overwhelm, stick with us. Sometimes veering away from traditional approaches is exactly what we need to spark creativity and collaboration among our students! In this episode you’ll hear how this type of group learning is also personalized, the results Danielle has seen from whole-class projects, and how you can get started.Resources:Join Happy Hour!Danielle’s blogDanielle’s website Danielle’s Podcast: Anti-Burnout for English TeachersCurriculum RehabConnect with us on Instagram @bravenewteachingFollow Marie on Instagram: @thecaffeinatedclassFollow Amanda on Instagram: @mudandinkteachingLet us know what you think! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts.SHOW NOTES: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode191Get any BNT workshop for just $7! shop.bravenewteaching.comSupport the show📚 BNT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & RESOURCES 👩‍💻 Join Happy Hour! Curriculum Rehab Down with the Reading Quiz Shop the BNT Resource Library Connect with us on Instagram @bravenewteaching Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

Do you struggle to find a solution for unproductive student work time? We hear you, and we’re here to help with a new lesson plan rescue episode! When our precious class time is not spent the way we hope for, it throws everything off balance like our planning, grading, and student progress…which is enough to drive you crazy! There’s no one hack to combat this, but instead, we’ve discovered the need for a mindset shift.Today we’re discussing why we need to be meeting students where they are, effective grading and assignment management, and practical classroom strategies for long-term projects. We’ll share how you can structure your work time for student success and chunk the curriculum into manageable pieces!Resources:Join Happy Hour!Check out our Master Classes in the Brave New Teaching ShopC.A.F.E. Mode resourcesEpisode 163, Joyful Teaching & Learning: An Interview with Dr. Deonna SmithEpisode 113, Relationships and Behavior (Interview with Dr. Deonna Smith): Classroom Management Series Part 3Curriculum RehabConnect with us on Instagram @bravenewteachingFollow Marie on Instagram: @thecaffeinatedclassFollow Amanda on Instagram: @mudandinkteachingLet us know what you think! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts.SHOW NOTES: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode190 Get any BNT workshop for just $7! shop.bravenewteaching.comSupport the show📚 BNT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & RESOURCES 👩‍💻 Join Happy Hour! Curriculum Rehab Down with the Reading Quiz Shop the BNT Resource Library Connect with us on Instagram @bravenewteaching Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

When AI first came on the scene in a big way, there was a lot of panic. In the world of education, there were (and still are!) concerns about how it could make cheating easier for students. However, we all know it’s here to stay and we’ve learned that there are lots of positive ways that AI is changing the classroom.Today we’re sharing four ways that you can use AI for good in the ELA classroom. It’s really exciting to think about all the ways AI can be used to better engage students, have some fun, and be creative. Instead of avoiding these tools, let’s embrace them and leverage them to empower our students!We hope this episode gives you some ideas for new ways to use AI in your secondary classroom! Do you have a favorite way to use AI? Let us know on Instagram @bravenewteaching.com!Resources:Free 30-day Audible trialJoin Happy Hour!Canva AI image resultsRiffusion: Amanda’s BNT SampleChatGPTRiffusionCharacter.aiCurriculum RehabConnect with us on Instagram @bravenewteachingFollow Marie on Instagram: @thecaffeinatedclassFollow Amanda on Instagram: @mudandinkteachingLet us know what you think! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts.SHOW NOTES: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode189Get any BNT workshop for just $7! shop.bravenewteaching.comSupport the show📚 BNT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & RESOURCES 👩‍💻 Join Happy Hour! Curriculum Rehab Down with the Reading Quiz Shop the BNT Resource Library Connect with us on Instagram @bravenewteaching Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

Do you batch anything in your life? Some people like to batch their meal prep or batch laundry duties. We’re big fans of batching here at Brave New Teaching, and that includes batch planning!Not only can batch planning save you time, but it can also keep you organized and better prepared for what’s to come in your teaching. Today we’re sharing all about what batch planning is, why it’s such a game-changer, and what it looks like in action for us, specifically when it comes to batch planning formative assessments like Sesame Street Quizzes.If you aren’t already a member of Happy Hour, come on over and join us! When you join, you’ll gain access to so many great resources like the Google Calendar Template and Trello Templates that we mention in this episode.Resources:TrelloHappy HourCurriculum RehabConnect with us on Instagram @bravenewteachingFollow Marie on Instagram: @thecaffeinatedclassFollow Amanda on Instagram: @mudandinkteachingLet us know what you think! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Show Notes: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode188 Get any BNT workshop for just $7! shop.bravenewteaching.comSupport the show📚 BNT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & RESOURCES 👩‍💻 Join Happy Hour! Curriculum Rehab Down with the Reading Quiz Shop the BNT Resource Library Connect with us on Instagram @bravenewteaching Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

We’re teachers, and this is a teaching podcast, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have interests beyond the world of education! We want to be a consistent reminder to you that as much as we love nerding out over curriculum, and as much as we love what we do, teaching can’t be the only thing we do.We talked about setting intentions inside episode 185 and shared a free Intention Journal that you can download. Setting intentions is going to help gently push you to think about, and follow through with, things that will help you grow in your personal and professional life.Today’s episode is a continuation of our effort to pull you out of the curriculum for a few moments and just be people! We’re sharing some of our current favorite things with you including items that help with our health, books, travel planning, cooking, and more. What are some of your favorite things during this season of life? Share with us on Instagram @bravenewteaching!Links to all of our favorite things are in the show notes: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode187 Resources:Backwards Plan with BNTFree Intention JournalFree 30-day Audible trialJoin Happy Hour!Amanda’s Amazon StorefrontMarie’s Amazon StorefrontJoin Curriculum RehabConnect with us on Instagram @bravenewteachingFollow Marie on Instagram: @thecaffeinatedclassFollow Amanda on Instagram: @mudandinkteachingLet us know what you think! Leave a review onApple PodcastsGet any BNT workshop for just $7! shop.bravenewteaching.comSupport the show📚 BNT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & RESOURCES 👩‍💻 Join Happy Hour! Curriculum Rehab Down with the Reading Quiz Shop the BNT Resource Library Connect with us on Instagram @bravenewteaching Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

It’s the beginning of a new calendar year, which means planning is probably a hot topic on your mind. Today’s episode will help you get your wheels turning in terms of planning the upcoming second half of the school year, or whatever time of year may be ahead of you!Teacher planning is a subject that we talk a lot about on the podcast, so we’ve put together some of our best tidbits from episodes in the past. Instead of just listing the episodes out for you to go back to (although you could do that too!) we’ve pulled out specific pieces that we think will serve you in your planning endeavors. If you’re ready to dive into planning mode and want some accountability, join us for our free five-day challenge, Backwards Plan with BNT! During this challenge, you’ll have the opportunity to plan the rest of your school year with us.Resources:Backwards Plan with BNTFree 30-day Audible trialJoin Happy Hour!Download Flat Shakespeare for FREE!Watch Marie’s YouTube video on teaching with the picture book, Cloudy with a Chance of MeatballsCurriculum RehabConnect with us on Instagram @bravenewteachingFollow Marie on Instagram: @thecaffeinatedclassFollow Amanda on Instagram: @mudandinkteachingLet us know what you think! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts.SHOW NOTES: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode186 Get any BNT workshop for just $7! shop.bravenewteaching.comSupport the show📚 BNT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & RESOURCES 👩‍💻 Join Happy Hour! Curriculum Rehab Down with the Reading Quiz Shop the BNT Resource Library Connect with us on Instagram @bravenewteaching Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

Happy 2024! It’s a new year, so we thought we’d try something new to help you really get the most out of 2024. Today we’re debuting The Brave New Teaching Challenge, and it’s all about setting intentions for your year.Here’s the best part about this challenge. We’re doing it together one step at a time. We know from firsthand experience that we are better teachers when we are in community with other teachers who get it and when we push ourselves a little bit outside of our comfort zones. We have six intention challenges for the entire year; one for every two months. That means this is a no-pressure situation. You have plenty of time to get this done alongside your busy schedule! All the details of the challenges are laid out in this free Intention Journal. These intention challenges are meant to push you (in a gentle way) to think about things that are going to help you grow in your personal and professional life. And remember, you’re not in this alone! We are doing this in real time with you. In fact, it all starts in today’s episode. We’ll walk you through the first challenge for January and February. Download your journal and join us!Resources Mentioned:Free Intention Journal ChallengeFuriously Happy, by Jenny LawsonEmkfit on YouTubeFree one-month trial of AudibleJoin BNT Happy Hour!Join Curriculum RehabConnect with us on Instagram @bravenewteachingFollow Marie on Instagram: @thecaffeinatedclassFollow Amanda on Instagram: @mudandinkteachingLet us know what you think! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts.SHOW NOTES: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode185 Get any BNT workshop for just $7! shop.bravenewteaching.comSupport the show📚 BNT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & RESOURCES 👩‍💻 Join Happy Hour! Curriculum Rehab Down with the Reading Quiz Shop the BNT Resource Library Connect with us on Instagram @bravenewteaching Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

In episode 183, we shared our top reads from 2023. You can probably guess what we’re going to do next. That’s right, it’s time to make our 2024 TBR list. New year, new books, new you!If you’re new around here, you should know that we are total book nerds. We like reading books by ourselves, with our students, with our children, and in book clubs. Hard copy, Kindle, Audible…give us all the books! We love sharing our latest reads with you and are excited to fill you in on what’s on our shelves for 2024.We want to hear from you! What’s on your TBR list for 2024? You can share with us on Instagram @bravenewteaching. Happy reading, brave new teachers!Resources Mentioned:Bookshop.orgGoodreadsFree one-month trial of AudibleJoin BNT Happy Hour!Join Curriculum RehabConnect with us on Instagram @bravenewteachingFollow Marie on Instagram: @thecaffeinatedclassFollow Amanda on Instagram: @mudandinkteachingLet us know what you think! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts.See our full 2024 TBR list in the show notes: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode184Get any BNT workshop for just $7! shop.bravenewteaching.comSupport the show📚 BNT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & RESOURCES 👩‍💻 Join Happy Hour! Curriculum Rehab Down with the Reading Quiz Shop the BNT Resource Library Connect with us on Instagram @bravenewteaching Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

Friends, the time has come. Another year is coming to a close and that means it’s time for our favorite kind of yearly reflection…a recap of our favorite books read in 2023! With our new obsession of Audible, we’ve gotten through lots of great reads this year.Today we’re sharing our top books of 2023 across all genres. You’ll hear our nominations for ‘best audiobook of the year’ and a book that was a perfect 10-star rating. If you hear a book you’re interested in reading, it can be found on Bookshop.org, Audible, and Amazon!Most importantly, today’s episode comes with a really fun activity that we want YOU to be a part of. We’re hosting The Brave New Teaching Book Awards! It’s going to be taking place over on Instagram and via email. You can participate and vote for all categories by joining here. When you sign up, we’ll even provide you with everything you need to hold book awards in your classroom!Check out all the books we mention in the show notes: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode183Resources:Sign up for the BNT Book Awards!Bookshop.orgGoodreadsHappy HourJoin Curriculum RehabLet us know what you think! Leave a review on Apple PodcastsGet any BNT workshop for just $7! shop.bravenewteaching.comSupport the show📚 BNT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & RESOURCES 👩‍💻 Join Happy Hour! Curriculum Rehab Down with the Reading Quiz Shop the BNT Resource Library Connect with us on Instagram @bravenewteaching Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

Have you ever felt a little intimidated to teach an advanced course like AP Lit? Well, after hearing from today’s guest, Gina Kortuem, we think your feelings may shift to pure excitement! Gina is someone that we’ve wanted to bring on the podcast for a while now because we see a lot of similarities in our teaching styles.Gina brings us a reality check about what teaching advanced courses like AP Lit is really like. Yes, the content is challenging both for you and the students, but we believe that kids can learn hard things. All kids should learn hard things! It's about equipping yourself with the strategies and tools that you need to make that happen.Inside this episode, you’ll hear about Gina’s genius bell ringers, her experience going to NCTE, all how she teaches an entire Shakespeare elective, which became the most popular class at her school! If you aren’t already a member of Happy Hour, you’ll want to join us over there because Gina is taking over with her very own episode. Plus, Happy Hour members will receive an amazing resource from Gina too.Resources:Get a week of Gina's Bell Ringers for FREE!Gina’s Bell Ringers on TPTLit and More websiteLit and More TPT storeHappy HourBookshop.orgJoin Curriculum RehabLet us know what you think! Leave a review on Apple PodcastsSHOW NOTES: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode182Get any BNT workshop for just $7! shop.bravenewteaching.comSupport the show📚 BNT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & RESOURCES 👩‍💻 Join Happy Hour! Curriculum Rehab Down with the Reading Quiz Shop the BNT Resource Library Connect with us on Instagram @bravenewteaching Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

It’s time to unleash the sass! We’ve got another unpopular opinion episode for you today. These episodes are always popular with our Brave New Teaching audience and today some of YOU are contributing to the conversation.If you despise the way that final exams are traditionally given, you are most definitely not alone! There is a good reason that you feel this way. Final exams are not research based or best practice. We are here to back you up and validate your feelings and you can help keep this conversation going by passing this episode along to colleagues.For more unpopular opinions on final exams, join us over at Happy Hour! You’ll gain access to bonus podcast content, resources, Q&As, and more.Resources Mentioned:Free Down With the Reading Quiz MasterclassGrab The Ultimate Gift GuideFree one month trial of AudibleJoin BNT Happy Hour!Join Curriculum RehabConnect with us on Instagram @bravenewteachingFollow Marie on Instagram: @thecaffeinatedclassFollow Amanda on Instagram: @mudandinkteachingLet us know what you think! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts.SHOW NOTES: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode181Get any BNT workshop for just $7! shop.bravenewteaching.comSupport the show📚 BNT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & RESOURCES 👩‍💻 Join Happy Hour! Curriculum Rehab Down with the Reading Quiz Shop the BNT Resource Library Connect with us on Instagram @bravenewteaching Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

We understand the importance (and challenge) of finding engaging and effective ways to assess student learning. That’s why we created a F-R–E-E masterclass that walks you through three formative assessments that will change the way you teach reading.In this episode, you’ll hear a snipper of this masterclass, which focuses on the one pager quiz. Generally in the world of ELA, one pagers are thought of as a summative assessment. But in this training, we share how to use them as formative assessments.One pager quizzes are just one of the changes that we’ve made in our classrooms that have positively impacted the way that our students interact with the content. You can check out the full free masterclass, Down With the Reading Quiz, here!When you sign up for the masterclass, you’ll be sent a link right away to watch the training on your own time. You’ll also receive a workbook that you can print and take notes on. Be sure to share this episode and this masterclass with your teacher friends!Resources Mentioned: Free Down With the Reading Quiz MasterclassCurriculum Rehab Open HouseFree one month trial of AudibleJoin BNT Happy Hour!Join Curriculum RehabConnect with us on Instagram @bravenewteachingFollow Marie on Instagram: @thecaffeinatedclassFollow Amanda on Instagram: @mudandinkteachingLet us know what you think! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts.SHOW NOTES: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode180Get any BNT workshop for just $7! shop.bravenewteaching.comSupport the show📚 BNT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & RESOURCES 👩‍💻 Join Happy Hour! Curriculum Rehab Down with the Reading Quiz Shop the BNT Resource Library Connect with us on Instagram @bravenewteaching Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

We’re excited to share another installment of our unit makeover series. This time we’re delving into teaching rhetoric analysis in the classroom. We’ve noticed a pattern in the feedback we receive from you, our listeners, and we’ve decided to structure this episode as a mini-professional development session for teaching rhetoric. You’ll hear our two main approaches to teaching rhetoric: a focus on text or a focus on skills. A text-centered approach involves using a central text and supplementing it with other texts to teach the skills of rhetorical analysis. On the other hand, a skills-centered approach involves teaching students how to deconstruct arguments and analyze rhetoric without a specific central text.We share plenty of examples for both approaches, which we hope will give you lots of ideas to take back to your students! Is this topic something that you would like to see a live training or workshop on? Let us know by sending us a message on Instagram @bravenewteaching!Resources:Rhetorical Analysis ToolsTeaching Rhetorical Analysis: Using Film Clips and Songs to Get Started with Space CatShakespeare Workshops and more digital resourcesJoin BNT Happy Hour!Join Curriculum RehabLet us know what you think! Leave a review on Apple PodcastsShow Notes: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode178Get any BNT workshop for just $7! shop.bravenewteaching.comSupport the show📚 BNT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & RESOURCES 👩‍💻 Join Happy Hour! Curriculum Rehab Down with the Reading Quiz Shop the BNT Resource Library Connect with us on Instagram @bravenewteaching Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

Teaching and learning is not a one-size-fits-all, which is why we need to redesign our classrooms in order to meet the needs of all our students. Today’s guest will give you a dose of inspiration to help you thrive in today’s teaching climate.Kareem Farah, co-founder of the Modern Classrooms Project, is a former teacher who recognized the need for a teaching model that meets the diverse needs of his students. Fueled by his desire to make a difference, Kareem and others developed an instructional approach that is now being scaled across the country…the blended self-paced mastery-based learning model.You’ll hear Kareem talk about this learning model, how we can reengage our students, prioritizing small group and one-to-one settings, picking your battles as a teacher, opting into innovation, and more. We hope this episode empowers you to embrace new teaching methods of explore the possibilities of the modern classroom.MODERN CLASSROOMS PROJECT RESOURCES:WebsiteModern Classrooms Project PodcastFree courseKareem’s LinkedInMORE RESOURCES MENTIONED:Rethink Your Short Story UnitEssential questions blog postsAudible free trialSign up for our free masterclass, Down With the Reading QuizJoin Curriculum RehabConnect with us on Instagram @bravenewteachingFollow Marie on Instagram: @thecaffeinatedclassFollow Amanda on Instagram: @mudandinkteachingLet us know what you think! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Show Notes: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode177Get any BNT workshop for just $7! shop.bravenewteaching.comSupport the show📚 BNT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & RESOURCES 👩‍💻 Join Happy Hour! Curriculum Rehab Down with the Reading Quiz Shop the BNT Resource Library Connect with us on Instagram @bravenewteaching Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

Let’s paint a picture of a scenario that most of us have likely been in at one point or another. You have a list of literary terms that you want your students to learn. You’re teaching them over and over (and over) again. You’ve given them the lists. You’ve played Kahoot and Jeopardy. You’ve done all the things, and yet, your students still can’t analyze literacy terms.Sound familiar? Well, have you tried caring less and letting them cheat? We know it sounds crazy, but hear us out! It actually makes more sense than you think. In this episode, we’re here with a lesson plan rescue that will share several solutions for you to try in your classroom.Resources:Short Story Unit: Mystery, Suspense, Tension & Turns for Secondary ELA ReadingText Annotation & Text Analysis Cheat SheetShop Brave New Teaching digital resourcesSign up for our free masterclass, Down With the Reading QuizJoin Curriculum RehabConnect with us on Instagram @bravenewteachingFollow Marie on Instagram: @thecaffeinatedclassFollow Amanda on Instagram: @mudandinkteachingLet us know what you think! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Show Notes: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode176 Get any BNT workshop for just $7! shop.bravenewteaching.comSupport the show📚 BNT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & RESOURCES 👩‍💻 Join Happy Hour! Curriculum Rehab Down with the Reading Quiz Shop the BNT Resource Library Connect with us on Instagram @bravenewteaching Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

Brave New Teaching friends, you are in for a treat (and lots of laughs) today! We have Gaspare Randazzo on the show. Gaspare is a history teacher and comedian who you may know from TikTok or Instagram. Gaspare shares his journey that led to teaching high schoolers, the importance of connecting with your students, and how his teaching experience has prepared him for stand-up comedy. Without a doubt, Gaspare will bring lots of laughter to your day, and at the same time, you’ll see his unwavering commitment to his students and the world of education.You can catch an extended episode with Gaspara over on Happy Hour!Resources:Follow Gaspare on Instagram: @standuprandazzoGaspare’s websitePodcast: The Social Studies PodcastJoin Curriculum RehabLet us know what you think! Leave a review on Apple PodcastsShow Notes: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode175 Get any BNT workshop for just $7! shop.bravenewteaching.comSupport the show📚 BNT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & RESOURCES 👩‍💻 Join Happy Hour! Curriculum Rehab Down with the Reading Quiz Shop the BNT Resource Library Connect with us on Instagram @bravenewteaching Subscribe to our YouTube Channel