Episodes

Feb. 9, 2021

Experience for Nuance | Jay McTighe | Assessing Creativity

In Don't @ Me (6:18) Tom examines the strange relationship some educators have with research and suggests that our experience be used to add the nuances of implementation. Then, Tom is joined by Jay McTighe (15:15) to discuss "Designing Authentic Per...
Feb. 1, 2021

Learning Loss Illusion | Shauna Brown | Net-Zero Grading Reform

In Don't @ Me (2:50) Tom explains why he's done talking about the "COVID learning loss" and why rich, engaging opportunities now are all students need going forward; that "catching-up" is a manufactured narrative. Then Tom is joined by Shauna Brown (...
Jan. 25, 2021

Psychology of Conspiracy | Katie Novak | Atypical Assessments (2)

In Don't @ Me (1:58) Tom explores the psychological motives behind why some people believe strongly in conspiracy theories and potentially how to support those who realize the theories were wrong. Then, in the interview (14:08), Tom is joined by auth...
Jan. 18, 2021

Professional Judgment | Rick Wormeli | Atypical Assessments

In Don't @ Me (2:48) Tom asserts that now is the time for teachers to reclaim their professional judgment; however, to do so, he also asserts that teachers must be prepared for the responsibilities that come with it. Then, in the interview (15:14), T...