Teaching Matters

Hosted by Scott Titsworth, Dean of the Scripps College of Communication at Ohio University, “Teaching Matters” is an audio series exploring the unique needs of students.

Teaching Matters is a education podcast hosted by Scott Titsworth, with 145 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Scott Titsworth hosts Teaching Matters, a education show with 145 episodes published.

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  Episode #1

  Watch for Counterfeits in the Back-to-School Rush

  Aug 19, 202628 minS11

  As families gear up for a school year that will cost them close to $1,000 in supplies, Scott talks with Frank Cullen, Executive Director of the Council for Innovation Promotion (C4IP), about the counterfeit goods flooding online marketplaces each fall. Cullen, whose career has spanned from Hollywood to Capitol Hill, explains why U.S. Customs and Border Protection seized more than $7 billion in fake goods last year, what the pending SHOP SAFE Act would change about marketplace liability, and the practical steps parents can take to avoid counterfeit school supplies and electronics this back-to-school season. https://c4ip.org/shop-safe/

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  Episode #23

  Student Engagement in STEM Education

  Jul 9, 202638 minS10

  This episode of Teaching Matters introduces audience members to Project Lead the Way through a discussion with Dr. Katie Minihan, Executive Vice President and Chief Impact Officer. The conversation examines the connection between student engagement, experiential learning, and community partners particularly in STEM education. Katie discusses the importance broader definitions of success beyond standardized testing, highlighting the significance of student engagement and social-emotional learning. Minihan shares insights on the importance of empowering students to solve real-world problems in their communities. Project Lead the Way: https://www.pltw.org/

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  Episode #22

  Trends in Online K-12 Education

  Jun 23, 202647 minS10

  Alyssa Tormala, Head of School at Laurel Springs School, shares insights on online education, mastery-based learning, community building, and the role of technology like AI in modern schooling. Laurel Springs is a fully accredited online school. In our discussion, Alyssa discusses trends in online education as well as ways in which online educators adapt practices to help students grow. Laurel Springs School: https://laurelsprings.com/

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  Episode #21

  Being Intentional About Professional Development

  Jun 15, 202634 minS10

  This episode explores the effectiveness of professional development in K-12 education, featuring insights from Jim Hall, CEO of the K12 Coalition. Topics include strategies for impactful teacher training, the role of evidence-based practices, and the future of education with AI and other innovations. K12 Coalition: https://k12coalition.com

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  Episode #20

  Preparing for Learning Disruptions

  Jun 5, 202638 minS10

  Natural disasters pose risks for schools that exceed typical planning efforts. When such disruptions occur, districts with mature and scalable plans are able to return to some sense of normalcy more quickly. Megan Kuhfeld, Director of Growth Modeling and Analytics with NWEA discusses a recently released research brief from NWEA discussing factors that should be considered when developing a mature action plan for natural disasters. NWEA Report: https://www.nwea.org/uploads/lessons-in-resilience-a-playbook-for-recovery-from-natural-disasters_NWEA_rresearchBrief.pdf

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