Episodes

Today I sat down to chat with Marie McCumber, a teacher at the Ohio State School for the Blind. She has an incredible story that I'm sure will inspire you. Connect with Marie McCumber on Twitter and Instagram Connect with Elijah Carbajal on Twitter and Instagram #ShutUpAndTeach

In today's episode, I sat and chat with Laura McDonell, a high school English teacher in her 19th year of teaching. Laura runs marathons, and she loves to read and write. She is addicted to personal and professional growth. Laura believes if you work really hard anything is possible! I can't wait for you to hear her story! Follow Laura McDonell Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lmcdonell2001/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lmcdonell14 Follow Elijah Carbajal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/...

Today I sat down with Shelli Ann. Shelli is more than "just" a librarian. It's a title and role that she takes pride in. On this episode, Shelli explains why it's important for educational leaders and the public to better understand the content being taught in the library and the role of the librarian. She also shares some fun facts about herself, like her favorite books and how she incorporates Maker's Space in the library. Connect with Shelli Ann Twitter: https://twitter.com/ann177345 Instag...

Today I chat with Becky Schnekser, whom you will find out is more than JUST a teacher. We chat about science, her new book, and more. Check it, rate, subscribe, and share. Becky Schnekser is an educator, explorer scientist, author, and all around awesome individual from Virginia. She is passionate about teaching science, especially by means of exploration. She is the author of the soon to be released book "Expedition Science". Connect with Becky Twitter: https://twitter.com/schnekser Instagra...

On this episode I reflect on my experience of returning back to the schoolhouse after teaching remotely for just over a year. Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/carbaeli #ShutUpAndTeach

A spontaneous conversation I had with my girlfriend, Tracey Taylor. Tracey is a landscape painter and photographer, as well as a middle school art teacher, living and working in Albuquerque, NM. Follow Tracey Taylor Twitter: https://twitter.com/traceyLtaylor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/traceytaylorfineart/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tracey.taylor.731 Follow Elijah Carbajal Twitter: https://twitter.com/carbaeli

Buildings are closed, not schools. Once again, thanks to a story from Charles Williams, this statement has been proven true. What sorts of things is Charles doing to make an impact at his school? Listen to this story from the Chicago principal to find out. Follow Charles Williams and The Counter Narrative Podcast. Want you story heard? Complete the Google Form to have your story read on the next episode. Follow Elijah Carbajal

No one makes it through life without the help and encouragement from others. Teachers are no different. In this episode, Elijah reflects on why we should be working to lift others up and shares a story about a teacher who helped him get through year one. https://twitter.com/carbaeli #ShutUpAndTeach

School is more than just a building. And while those buildings might be closed, schools are not. Learning is taking place and connections are being made. Don't believe me? Well, I've got a couple stories to prove it! Today we hear from Marie McCumber (@hannahnia), an elementary teacher at Ohio State School for the Blind, and from Monica Dimas, a Dean of Academics from Mary Ann Binford Elementary School (@MaryAnn_Binford). Both Marie and Monica highlight the struggle of teaching virtually, but a...

"It's just too hard." "That will never work in my classroom." Excuses. More than that, though, there is a dangerous, underlying message in those statements. In this episode, the discussion centers around what is really being said by teachers when they make those comments, and what we can do about it. #ShutUpAndTeach https://twitter.com/carbaeli

We don't make excuses with just our words. We do it with our actions. Find out about the excuses Elijah had to work through in order to stay committed to exercising. His lesson doesn't apply to just running, but to just about every area of our lives. #ShutUpAndTeach https://twitter.com/carbaeli

Are you burned out? Are you #2020Tired? This episode is for you! Get your fire back, by listening to the connection between one music artist’s set backs and education. #ShutUpAndTeach

A lot of teachers take big risks in their classrooms. There's also a lot of teachers who don't take risks. Why? Fear and uncertainty is my excuse. In this episode, we'll see why we are actually in the right position to take risks. #ShutUpAndTeach

In this episode, I reflect on two instances in my teaching career, which both taught me a valuable lesson: experiences create engagement that leads to authentic learning. Check it out! #ShutUpAndTeach

In this pilot episode, I give the backstory of the phrase "Shut up and teach". This phrase really has grown and developed into more than a call to set aside our problems and negative emotions. It's a call to bid apathy in the classrooms farewell. Listen to learn more about why I am passionate about this message. If you'd like to read the blog that inspired the phrase/hashtag/podcast, you can by clicking the link below. https://medium.com/@carbaeli12/shut-up-and-teach-65975a684730