The PL Playbook

Sep 10 2024 38 ep. 24 mins 1
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This podcast is dedicated to all things Professional Learning! Join cohosts Jackie Wynkoop and Ashlie Crosson as they discuss what works (and what doesn't work) in PL. Interested in being a guest on the show or want to share idea topics for an upcoming episode? Fill out this brief form: https://bit.ly/PLPlaybookPodcast

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Let's Start at the Very Beginning (A Very Good Place to Start)

Sep 10 2024 37 mins  
In this episode, we rewind it back to the early days of the podcast and recap the do's and don'ts of professional learning. We also share our PL goals for this year! Check out the following links for recent research and literature that align with the best practices we shared in this episode: ⁠Moving from Compliance to Agency: What Teachers Need to Make Professional Le

The PL Playbook Podcast 2.0

Aug 13 2024 35 mins  
After taking a brief hiatus, I'm back! In this episode, I chat with Ashlie Crosson, the 2024 Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year. Take a listen to not only hear from an amazing educator, but find out a BIG surprise to kick off season #3! Interested in joining the show as a guest this season? Fill out the brief form below: ⁠https://sites.google.com/view/the-pl-playbook-podcast/gu

Consider Storyboarding Professional Learning

Feb 27 2024 7 mins  
In this episode, I provide a brief overview of the curriculum storyboarding framework and urge you to think about how the process could be used to map out long-term professional learning for teachers. Check out these supplemental resources for more information: https://www.ascd.org/books/streamlining-the-curriculum?variant=123020 https://www.ascd.org/el/articles/storyboarding-

Making the Most of Conferences

Jan 30 2024 8 mins  
Hey there, edu-friends! In this episode, I share my top 3 tips for making the most of your attendance at an educational conference. I also highlight 3 exciting conferences upcoming in 2024! Visit the links below for more info: ASCD Conference NCTE Conference Learning Forward Conference

What's Your One PL Word for 2024?

Jan 03 2024 6 mins  
In this brief episode, I challenge you to choose one word to reflect your professional learning intentions for 2024. What will your word be? In the episode, I also mention the upcoming leadership panels being hosted by Swivl. For more information, check out the following link: https://www.swivl.com/leadership-panel/

Reflection Roundtables

Dec 19 2023 7 mins  
In this episode I share a little bit about Reflection Roundtables. This discussion protocol is a great way to prompt reflection with teachers. Take a listen, and then check out the associated resources linked below: Reflection Roundtable Discussion Protocol Reflection Roundtable Question Template

Yes, One More Episode About Gamified PL...

Dec 05 2023 46 mins  
Hey there, edu-friends! In this episode I chat with Julie Overly and Amy Odgers, two amazing instructional coaches from the Upper Merion Area School District located near Philadelphia Pennsylvania. Julie is in her 23rd year as an educator and has taught a variety of grade levels in several countries, including Tanzania and Israel. She currently supports Kindergarten through 4th gra

A Few Gamified PL Freebies!

Nov 21 2023 32 mins  
In this episode, I chat with professional learning consultant Melissa Duckworth. Melissa is a former colleague of mine, and a few years ago, we dove head first into creating gamified PL experiences for our staff. Listen as we discuss some of our favorite challenges. After listening, check out the related resources linked below!: Pie Party Challenge Super Bowl Challenge Mardis G

A Brief Intro to Gamified PL

Nov 07 2023 9 mins  
In this episode, I briefly describe what it means to gamify professional learning for educators, as well as share some of the benefits. Below is a link to one gamified PL experience that you can implement with teachers prior to the Thanksgiving holiday: https://www.smore.com/gd3n6-fall-coaching-challenge

Host a PL Book Tasting Event

Sep 05 2023 10 mins  
In this episode, I describe a unique twist on the traditional classroom book tasting event. Take a listen to hear how this activity can be used by PL facilitators to expose teachers to a variety of educational resources. You can check out resources related to this episode below: Book Tasting Presentation: https://www.canva.com/design/DAFrM5x8ksc/N0mV7AzoWRdOV6Ch5EhHow/edit?utm_co