Remixing Education Podcast

Aug 06 2024 18 ep. 43 mins
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The purpose of Remixing Education Podcast is to inform the world about special education and the ways we can improve the educational experience of all of our students. Remixing Education's host, Martin Odima Jr interviews experts in the field of special education and aims to uplift voices historically silenced in our education system and seeks to share information that helps destruct racism, ableism, and oppression within school communities.

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Transforming Schools and Special Education: Methods for Supporting Black Students with Emotional or Behavior Disorders (E/BD)

Aug 06 2024 44 mins  
In this episode of Remixing Education, we feature Dr. Dana Page, founder of Turn the Page Education Consulting. Dana shared her extensive experience and insights into the academic achievement of students with emotional/behavioral disorders (E/BD), her journey from paraeducator to Ph.D., and methods and strategies that are critical to establishing anti-racist and culturally responsi

From Policy to Practice: The History and Future of Inclusive Special Education

Jul 25 2024 57 mins  
In this episode of Remixing Education, we delve into the rich history and evolving landscape of special education with our expert panelists, David Bateman, Rebecca Wade, and Kendra Saunders. The conversation explores the themes of the evolution of disability rights, the impact of legislation on special education, and the importance of creating inclusive learning environments. Pane

Navigating Intersectionality in Special Education: An Expert Panel

Jul 21 2024 77 mins  
In this episode, the panel of experts discuss creating inclusive and equitable learning environments for students with disabilities. They share their personal journeys into special education and highlight key themes from the book 'Disability, Intersectionality, and Belonging in Special Education'. The experts emphasize the importance of recognizing and valuing the multidime

Empowering Educators and Students: Dr. Jonte' C. Taylor's Inclusive Practices and Vision for Special Education, Past and Present

Jul 08 2024 53 mins  
In this episode of "Remixing Education," we are thrilled to feature Dr. Jonte' C. Taylor. Dr. Taylor is an associate professor of special education at Penn State University and a former special education teacher. His research focuses on effective strategies for inclusive STEAM education for students with disabilities and improving school and classroom climates for stu

How to Transform Schools: Dr. Colin Rose's Journey in Equity and Educational Leadership

Jul 07 2024 67 mins  
In this episode of "Remixing Education," we have an interview with Dr. Colin Rose, founder and CEO of Perennial Education Consulting, to explore his transformative journey in education. Starting out as a special education teacher, Dr. Rose shares his experiences and innovative work as an assistant superintendent in Boston Public Schools. He discusses how he created equita

Exploring Disability, Intersectionality, and Belonging in Special Education

Jul 07 2024 65 mins  
In this episode of "Remixing Education," we are thrilled to feature the lead authors and editors of the book "Disability, Intersectionality, and Belonging in Special Education." This essential resource equips educators with socioculturally sustaining practices and culturally relevant curricula to address the diverse needs of students with disabilities. The book,

How to Lead with Compassion, Connection, and Collaboration

Feb 04 2023 39 mins  
Ryan Fell is currently an interim principal at Four Seasons A+  Elementary School in Saint Paul Public Schools in Minnesota. He is also a  former special and general education teacher, dean of instruction, and  program administrator. In addition, Fell is pursuing a Ph.D. in the  Education Policy and Leadership—Executive Cohort Program at the  University o

Back by Popular Demand! How to Develop and Maintain Culturally Sustaining Relationships in School Communities

Sep 15 2022 46 mins  
During of my very first podcast episodes, I shared a presentation called, "How to Develop and Maintain Culturally Sustaining Relationships in School Communities." Now, that podcast is one of Remixing Education’s most popular episodes. Today, you'll hear me deliver that presentation at the 2022 San Diego Equity Conference with an audience. At the conference, I discuss the systemic

Some great ways to build relationships and differentiate instruction for students who are racially, linguistically, and culturally diverse

Sep 15 2022 18 mins  
In this episode, you’ll hear an interview I did with Kelly Jenson. Kelly is a former special education teacher who now is a content coach for teachers in St. Paul, MN. Kelly has a long history of utilizing technology to make learning fun and engaging for students and creating and maintaining a strong sense of community in her classroom. Now,Kelly’s work focuses on implementatio

The unique challenges teachers and students of color experience in our schools

Sep 15 2022 44 mins  
The workload for all educators is intense. For special education teachers, it may be even greater due to the range of students’ instructional needs, the nuances of multiple classroom instructional formats, and the quantity of due process requirements. Although all teachers experience stress, teachers of color (TOC) often experience unique stressors. The experiences that TOC endur