In this episode, Gene Tavernetti speaks with Linda Rhyne, award-winning educator and owner of Rhyne Consulting. They discuss the changing landscape of literacy education, instructional coaching, and practical strategies for supporting teachers. Linda shares her vast experience in teaching, literacy coaching, and district-level instructional support, providing actionable insights for educators and coaches.

00:00 Introduction

01:21 Science of Reading

01:40 Role and Experience as a Literacy Coach

04:32 Transition to Instructional Coaching

06:39 Responding to Change in Literacy Practices

20:45 Transparency and Trust in Coaching

30:26 Challenges and Strategies in Coaching

Get in touch with Linda:
Website: lindarhyneconsulting.com

Instagram: instagram.com/lindarhyneconsulting

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Facebook: facebook.com/lindarhyneconsulting

Lindedin: linkedin.com/linda-rhyne-91704b93/

You Tube: youtube.com/@lindarhyne8246

In this episode, Gene Tavernetti interviews Steve Hare, a long-time classroom math teacher and the creator of the You Teach You book series and Fact Freaks, a free math fact website. They discuss the importance of learning math facts, the motivation behind Fact Freaks, and how Steve's instructional strategies evolved, especially during COVID-19.

Topics include:

• techniques for improving math education
• student individualized learning
• impact of worked examples on student understanding.

00:00 Introduction

00:42 Steve Hare's Background

01:18 Importance of Math Facts

02:01 Creation of Fact Freaks

02:53 Fact Freaks Accessibility

03:38 Development and Evolution of Fact Freaks

04:24 The Need for 100% Accuracy

06:03 Impact of Speed on Accuracy

08:03 Implementation in Classrooms

16:15 Benefits of Worked Examples

13:32 Overcoming COVID-19 Challenges

21:31 Encouraging Student Independence

22:46 Managing Differentiated Classrooms

27:55 Teacher and Student Benefits

36:40 Conclusion and Resources

In this episode of "Better Teaching: Only Stuff That Works," host Gene Tavernetti sits down with veteran educator James Hardin. With over 20 years of experience as a principal, James shares actionable insights and personal anecdotes from his career. Topics include effective administration across various school settings, the importance of focused instruction, fostering teacher growth through coaching, and the critical role of leadership in educational success. James emphasizes the need for principals to be both instructional leaders and supportive coaches, providing practical advice for new and seasoned administrators alike.

00:00 Introduction to Better Teaching Podcast
00:28 Meet James Hardin: A Veteran Educator
02:15 Unique Experiences in Independent Schools
04:13 Differences in Teaching Levels
05:30 Effective Teaching Strategies Across Levels
07:39 Leadership and Coaching in Education
08:49 Building a Collaborative Teaching Environment
13:42 The Role of Instructional Leadership
23:03 Meeting James Hardin: A Story of Ambition
23:39 Setting High Expectations in a High-Performing School
25:14 Building Consensus Among Teachers
28:28 Achieving Top Scores and Recognition
31:11 Transitioning Between Different Socioeconomic Schools
34:46 The Role of a Principal as an Instructional Coach
38:15 Advice for New Principals