What is going on in school? We are teachers. We are dads. And we often ask the exact same question. Join Chris and Rolland as they reflect on teacher culture and share their work/life experiences. No doubt this will simplify some things and definitely complicate others.
In this speedy episode, the guys talk about whether it is ok to joke around about the remote/distance learning situation and how far we have come with remote/distance learning.
In this episode, the guys talk about how the internet has slowed down, the book club has started, extreme positivity one minute and then negativity the next, waiting to hear what happens with school, and the water line and how high it will get.
In this episode the guys talk about Clank (Chris' podcasting laptop), Rolland goes deep again (with a shoutout to Shref and Gourley), what their professional worlds look like right now, curriculum vs wellness, opting out of this remote/distance emergency learning, and when the newness of this learning will end and it won't be ok to not be ok. You can listen to this episode here. You can watch the recorded live stream at https://youtu.be/paQj4yyjlxI.
In this episode the guys talk about emergency day plans during this pandemic (or any pandemic), our new job description, return to work on May 4th, and how emotional state during this time is so important.
In part 2 of this episode Rolland and Chris talk about being guests on the "Read Into This" podcast, our podcasting style, thankful for our loyal listeners, and real live vs digital connections.
You can listen to this episode of the podcast here.
In Part one of this episode Rolland and Chris talk about being upset but not showing it and the reality of COVID19. Part one ends with a power outage at Chris' house which leads to complete shut down of the podcast!
In this episode the boys talk about.....well, Rolland can't find the show notes so you will just have to listen to find out! The title of the episode is New Normal - this means that Rolland had the werewithall to post the title to the Youtube video before writing this post. The guys talk about the Corona virus and what it is like to teach from home.
In this episode of the podcast the guys talk about what is holding them, the first episode of the "Read Into This" podcast, and Rolland's experience in school and the connection is has to literacy.
In this episode, things are back to normal! The guys talk about what happened last week, Chris shares a story from work, some talk about failure and success, Rolland's drone experience, and food adventures in the near future.
This episode isn't really an episode! The guys tried to podcast but things just didn't work out. Check out this disaster and listen in on how things played out.
In this episode Chris and Rolland talk about being virtual versions of themselves, the political landscape in EDU in Ontario, losing parts of yourself and adding to yourself, and the teacher performance appraisal.
In this episode the boys kick things off talking about big brother and then jump into talking about dreams and memories. Rolland hit the hangup button halfway through this episode so you will have to check out part 2 to get the full podcast....sorry!
In this episode of the podcast Chris and Rolland talk about the DeCodEd Podcast and how it exists. Chris talks about his new class, his podcast setup, and we talk about organizing ourselves for performance appraisal.
In this episode the guys talk about their first week of school - elementary vs high school experience, what the second week looks like, and the transition at home with the return to school.
On this first episode of season 3, the guys talked about why they don't have guests on the podcast, being open to people in a way that is enlightening, and leaving work after school.
You can listen to this episode of the podcast here.
On this episode of the podcast (Rolland made sure to keep his hands off the controls) the guys engaged in some Dad talk, the #clearyourpersonallist hashtag, and making video messages for your kids to see when you are no longer with them.
In this episode the guys talk about the amazing discussion they had that Rolland ruined because he didn't properly leave the conversation. It's short and sweet.
In this episode of the podcast, the second week of summer school, the guys dive head first into #profitprophets - people on twitter who are just tweeting to get you to buy their product. Some recent tweets push back on the people selling a brand and pushing their products on Social Media.
In this episode of the podcast, Chris and Rolland talk about school being over. Chris is left feeling like he didn't satisfy his social connections. The guys talk about twitter again and end off talking about leadership! The summer is here!
You can listen to this episode of the podcast here.
In this episode, the guys talk about not having podcasted since May18th, TEDx KitchenerED, and baking. With three weeks off, would they be rusty? Check it out and decide for yourself!
In this episode Chris and Rolland talk about their reflective practice for #MADPD - "a virtual “unconference” with one goal: to make a difference for the greater education community". You can listen to this episode of the podcast here. You can watch the recorded GHO at https://youtu.be/aL49692MKhI.
In this episode, Chris kicks things off with some talk about social media use - following and unfollowing people (etiquette). Rolland talks about his experience watching and tweeting out about "The Call to Courage" Brene Brown documentary on Netflix. Things end off with some more talk about the ins and outs of Twitter.
In this "after hours" episode Chris and Rolland share some of the joy they experienced during the week. The guys talk about connecting with good people and the work they have been doing lately.
In this episode the guys podcast on a Friday night! They talk about the Queens Park protest and the student protests. It's a political one this week folks!
You can listen to this episode of the podcast here.
In this episode of the podcast, the guys talk about Rolland's "dad" side of DeCodEd, Chris' work week, PD for one and all, and the Debbie Donsky tweet (https://bit.ly/2I1h3QM).