Modern Classrooms Project Podcast

TR is joined by Veronica Hebard to talk about how working with MCP builds both student and teacher confidence Show Notes MCP's short video profiling Veronica's teacher Allison MCP Math Curriculum Resources Veronica's questions that impact student learning John Hattie and Collective Teacher Efficacy Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Veronica Hebard.

TR is joined by Tony Napoletano to talk about implementing a modern classroom in a Montessori school and the significant overlap between the two approaches to teaching and learning Show Notes The Montessori Model Maria Montessori Eureka Math Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Tony Napoletano.

TR is joined by Abi Donovan and Byron Dover to talk about responsible uses of AI, and the indispensable roles that teachers have in classrooms and schools Show Notes MCP Resource Hub The Wavio Pulse Tracker for MCP Rob's auto-updating progress tracker template MCP + Snorkl Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guests: Abi Donovan and Byron Dover.

TR is joined by Dr. Shantha Smith to talk about grading and the critical importance of assessing learning and mastery Show Notes Crescendo Education group Grading for Equity, by Joe Feldman Junk Journaling Beyond the Grade Connect with Dr. Smith on LinkedIn Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Shantha Smith.

Zach is joined by Kaitie Pait and Kendal Giacomini to talk about the supportive community in the MCP facebook group, and how Kaitie asked for and received some help with unit pacing in a post there Show Notes MCP Podcast episode 171: Resetting MCP (Kendal's previous appearance on the MCP Podcast) Kaitie's post in the Facebook group Soundtrap Connect with Kaitie by email at kaitlin.pait@modernclassrooms.org Connect with Kendal on Goodreads and by email at kendal.giacomini@modernclassrooms.org Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guests: Kaitie Pait and Kendal Giacomini.

TR is joined by Joseph Lombardi to talk about the Building Thinking Classrooms framework and how it can benefit students in math classes as well as other subjects Show Notes Explain Everything Building Thinking Classrooms Joey's blog post for MCP: "Adding Inquiry to My Modern Classroom Through Building Thinking Classrooms" The Five-E Model Jean Piaget Lev Vygotsky Joey's resource Connect with Joey: [His website](sites.google.com/view/joeylombardi/home) [Follow him on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/authwall?trk=bf&trkInfo=AQHF4oax2ihHUgAAAZsS5iPYbFfaoC6wX_nmvYAzF0tgys4OjOeQBzWSNR8pzrAsEchKVQhBI5HdnhiSLIm357FLBkiuAARLC6imai2Br3Dedu9rIdtP88JznvLFY92ToFqBbrM=&original_referer=&sessionRedirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fjoseph-chaves-lombardi-55260b239) Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Joey Lombardi.

Toni Rose is joined by Beth Pallister to talk about leadership in a supportive school environment Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Beth Pallister.

Zach is joined by Althea Carter, who shares some feedback and reflections she has received from her students since implementing her modern classroom Show Notes Wicked Check out Althea's amazing Wicked shirt Althea (The Grateful Dead) Althea Gibson The Wavio Pulse Tracker and our podcast episode with Dana Kravchick and Aimee Yocom on its development Althea's punchcard incentive system Connect with Althea by email at althea.carter@cpschools.com Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Althea Carter.

TR is joined by a team of MCP staff to debrief after visits with over 40 NYC schools to talk about the incredible work that's happening in modern classrooms throughout the city Show Notes MCP Podcast Episode 156: Progress Vs. Grades (Paul's previous appearance on the podcast; here's a shortcast version) Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: Learning to TeachSpecial Guests: Kimberly Nichols, Lauren Lutz-Coleman, Paul O'Donoghue, and Tony Xiao.

Toni Rose is joined by Dr. Ifeoma Uzoka and Tre'Nee Uzoka to talk about how they use AI to plan more efficiently and push students' thinking Show Notes GaETC Desmos ChatGPT Ifeoma and Tre'Nee's Padlet, "Revolutionizing the K-12 Math Class With AI" Mathfest Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: Learning to TeachSpecial Guests: Dr. Ifeoma Uzoka and Tre'Nee Uzoka.

Toni Rose is joined by Kareem and Rob, co-founders of the Modern Classrooms Project, to talk about what's coming for the organization in 2026 and beyond Show Notes Illustrative Mathematics Eureka Math Squared Rob's TED talk "Why American's Hate Math" Get in touch with Modern Classrooms by email at info@modernclassrooms.org Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guests: Kareem Farah and Robert Barnett.

Zach is joined by Eric Jao and Bob Habersat to talk about digital music teaching and making music education accessible to all students Show Notes Mix Major Electronic Music Elements The Shed Eric's Youtube channel Soundtrap Project based learning Kodaly and Orff approaches to music education The History of Calculus Electronic Music Elements PD Penny Ur Connect with Eric on LinkedIn, and connect with Bob by email at bob@shedthemusic.clom and using the links above Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to Teach

TR is joined by Cindy Wilkins to talk about how she has used the model in her work with preservice teachers in the higher education setting Show Notes Belhaven University Khan Academy The Shift to Student Led, by Catlin Tucker and Katie Novak Bloom's Taxonomy Connect with Cindy by email at cwilkins@belhaven.edu Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Cynthia Wilkins.

Zach is joined by three of his students, Hansi, Ian, and Kennedy, to talk about their experiences in his class, both when they had his class in Middle School and, currently, in 10th and 11th grades. Show Notes Radiohead Ezra Weisz Miraculous Ladybug Zach's tracker template DCI's student podcast, The Lair (check back here after 12/10/2025 to hear Hansi's alien invasion segment) Adobe Audition The New Sound, by Georgie Greep Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guests: Hans Neseth, Ian Paulino, and Kennedy Pendleton.

TR is joined by Drea Aguirre, an instructional coach, to talk about genuine, realistic, and humanistic coaching, and the importance of intentionally modeling the techniques that best serve students Show Notes Drea's Core Syllabus Connect with Drea by email at drea_aguirre@dpsk12.net Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Drea Aguirre.

Live from GaETC2025, TR is joined by Daniel Forrester, Sarah Eiler, Nick Provenzano for a discussion of ed tech, AI, and implementing innovative approaches to teaching Show Notes Amitrace Screenpal SchoolAI [Needlepoint](https://needlepoint.com/) Lego "The Promises and Perils of AI in Education" by Dee Lanier and Ken Shelton [Lumio](https://www.mairie-lumio.fr Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guests: Daniel Forrester, Nick Provenzano, and Sarah Eiler.

Zach is joined by Hui Couch to talk about how she uses the model to inspire her multi-lingual learners in math class, and to talk about how she approached designing a presentation for other teachers on using MCP in math classes Show Notes MCP Podcast Episode 246: Math Mentor Relationship MCP Podcast Episode 243: Math and ELL Connect with Hui by email at hui.couch@modernclassrooms.org Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Hui Couch.

Zach is joined by Steve Schlarman and two of his students, Molly and Ella, to talk about the student experience of learning in a modern classroom and how teachers can develop modern classrooms where students can thrive Show Notes Steve's previous appearance on the MCP Podcast, episode 174: Planning for Multiple Preps Connect with Steve in the MCP Educator Facebook group or on Twitter (X) @mrschlarman_fzn Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Steve Schlarman.

Zach is joined by Laura Campbell to talk about how she implements the MCP model in her elementary math class, and how it brings balance and sustainability to the teaching profession Show Notes Eureka Math Laura's tracker Connect with Laura by email at laura.campbell@modernclassrooms.org Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Laura Campbell.

TR is joined by Mike Friedberg to talk about middle school science and using success criteria to check for mastery and track student progress Show Notes Edutopia videos profiling MCP: High School Elementary School Mike's unit plan demonstrating his use of success criteria The Danielson Framework Connect with Mike on Twitter/X @mfriedbergteach Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week Transform your classroom conversations! Join us for Book Club Session 2 on October 30, 7pm ET, to explore The Shift to Student-Led by Catlin Tucker and Katie Novak, with a focus on Workflow Shift 2: moving from whole-group, teacher-led discussions to student-led small groups. Discover strategies that give students the reins, spark deeper dialogue, and create meaningful collaboration. Let’s rethink discussions—together! Register here  MCP will be exhibiting at ASA Fall Leadership Conference from October 26-28 in Tucson, AZ. Dr. Cecelia Gillam, Cory Henwood, Wavio, and MCP are presenting at FullScale Symposium from October 25-28. Miguel Melchor will be presenting at WIDA Consortium from October 27-30 in Seattle, WA. If you’re attending, make sure to check them out and say hi! Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org Listen to this podcast on Youtube Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj Kareem: @kareemfarah23 on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex on Twitter and Instagram The Modern Classroom Project Modern Classrooms Online Course Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond on Twitter and Learning to TeachSpecial Guest: Mike Friedberg.