Working Together | Cult of Pedagogy

Our First (and Only) Teacher Advice Show

30Oct2014

by Jennifer Gonzalez

In this episode, I answer questions from an earth science teacher who wants to make his material more challenging for advanced students, a student who needs to organize her bookmarks, and a teacher whose co-worker embarrasses kids right in front of her.

Why Every Teacher Should Attend an Unconference

7Oct2014

by Jennifer Gonzalez

Whether it’s called an Edcamp or a TeachMeet, an unconference offers a fun, no-pressure, FREE alternative for professional development.

Dealing with Undeserved Blame

23Sep2014

by Justin McCollum

Moments where I am blamed for something I did not do take me to a dark place. They make me question my career choice, the moral fiber of our society, and my hope for the future. I fantasize about the scathing response I will righteously deliver to my foe’s inbox. And then I calm down and deal with it.

The Gut-Level Teacher Reflection

7Jun2014

by Jennifer Gonzalez

It’s easy to find good questions for reviewing accomplishments and setbacks, but to learn as much as possible from a reflection on your teaching, you have to let your gut talk, too.

Open Your Door: Why We Need to See Each Other Teach

13Oct2013

by Jennifer Gonzalez

Watching another person deeply involved in the work they’re trained for helps you get to know them on a completely different level. And though we work together, we usually follow parallel, rather than intersecting lines. We rarely ever actually see each other teach. And it’s a shame.

Why One Teacher Left the Profession After 5 Years

10Sep2013

by Jennifer Gonzalez

What makes teachers leave? Episode 2 is an interview with Carrie, who taught for over 5 years in various elementary schools before leaving teaching to pursue a different profession.

Find Your Marigold: The One Essential Rule for New Teachers

29Aug2013

by Jennifer Gonzalez

Advice is available everywhere you look, and some of it is very good. But a lot of those tips won’t work if you fail to follow this one essential rule.