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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · 1d

Concept maps: simple but powerful learning tools. On the podcast this week, Dr. Kripa Sundar shares practices for making the most of them. Also joining us is Dr. Pooja Agarwal (@retrievelearn.bsky.social), editor of the book Smart Teaching Stronger Learning. www.cultofpedagogy.com/concept-maps/

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · 5d

"Thoughtful integration of digital tools allows students to build high-quality final products while engaging in deep, student-centered learning."
Ann Gilcrease via @edutopia.org
www.edutopia.org/article/inte...

Integrating Technology Into PBL

Weaving technological skill-building through project-based learning units gives students agency in how to express their knowledge.

www.edutopia.org

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · 12d

"Data stories can help students see themselves not as test scores, but as thinkers and collaborators."

Carl Slater via @edutopia.org
www.edutopia.org/article/data...

Crafting Data-Driven Narratives About Students

Telling stories with and about data helps students better see themselves as learners and helps teachers center them in the classroom.

www.edutopia.org

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · 14d

At a time when test-driven reform has quieted student voices and marginalized perspectives are being pushed aside, we need student voice and agency more than ever. On the podcast this week, learn seven ways to prioritize student voice in your classroom.
www.cultofpedagogy.com/pedagogies-o...

7 Teaching Practices that Nurture Student Voice | Cult of Pedagogy

What does it look like when teachers center student voice and student agency in their classrooms?

www.cultofpedagogy.com

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · 19d

"There are many ways to combine the uses of different types of concrete manipulatives. Consider these suggestions as you imagine the possibilities in your own classroom."
Ash Kizer via @edutopia.org
www.edutopia.org/article/virt...

Using Virtual Manipulatives in Math Class

Combining physical and virtual manipulatives gives students the ability to concretely model things in the real world.

www.edutopia.org

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · 20d

Honored to have this conversation with @timvillegas.com on the Think Inclusive Podcast, where we talked about some ways teachers can navigate this difficult political moment in their classrooms.

Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education @mcie.org · 21d

🧠 Posters don’t make a classroom inclusive. Relationships do.

In this episode of Think Inclusive, Jennifer Gonzalez dives into what real inclusion looks like—and how educators can stay grounded when politics enter the classroom.

🎧 Listen or watch: mcie.org/think-inclus...

Navigating Political Challenges in Education—Advice from Jennifer Gonzalez ~ 1303

Jennifer Gonzalez shares practical advice for educators facing political challenges in schools, offering strategies to stay focused on inclusive and effective teaching.

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · 23d

Project-based learning can be a powerful learning framework, but it often excludes students who need a different approach. On this week's podcast, John Spencer shares five changes we can make to help every student thrive in a project-based environment.
www.cultofpedagogy.com/accessible-p...

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · 26d

"Addressing test bias isn't about making tests easier for underrepresented groups—it's about ensuring accurate measurement of what all students know."
Guillermo Solano-Flores via @ascdofficial.bsky.social
www.ascd.org/blogs/uncove...

Uncovering Bias in Testing

Closely examining test design and classroom assessment practices can reveal and reduce bias toward underrepresented students.

www.ascd.org

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · Sep 5

Happy to!

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · Sep 4

"What happens when teachers purposefully look for ways to share authority and expertise with the children in their math classrooms?"
@lpconnaughton.bsky.social via @edutopia.org

www.edutopia.org/article/stud...

Positioning Elementary Students as Experts in Math Class

Encouraging students to take on roles traditionally reserved for teachers creates a shared culture of teaching and learning in the classroom.

www.edutopia.org

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · Aug 31

Loved having you on as always!! Thank you so much for continuing to share what works in your classroom with me!

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · Aug 31

Fantastic new post and podcast episode with @marcusluther.bsky.social, who shares four ways he uses student exemplars to teach craft lessons, build student confidence, practice giving feedback, and foster a much-needed sense of belonging.
www.cultofpedagogy.com/student-exem...

The Power of Centering Student Exemplars | Cult of Pedagogy

Sometimes the best instructional materials are sitting right in our classrooms. Learn four ways to use students' own work in your teaching.

www.cultofpedagogy.com

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · Aug 28

"Multilingual learners do not need to be “caught up” before they can participate. They need to be engaged through relevant, rigorous, and language-rich instruction that values their experiences."
Candice Day Arancibia via @pblworks.bsky.social
www.pblworks.org/blog/how-pro...

How Project Based Learning Helped My Multilingual Students Find Their Voice

www.pblworks.org

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · Aug 21

"Focusing on what students don’t know unintentionally communicates that math is only about getting correct answers. But math is also about exploring and making sense of complex problems."
Tarik Buli, Lauren McMahon, and Nicola Hodkowski via @ascdofficial.bsky.social
www.ascd.org/blogs/from-w...

From “What’s Wrong” to “What’s Strong”: Asset-Based Math Instruction

Teachers can improve students’ confidence, motivation, and learning in math by tailoring their instruction to what students already know and can do.

www.ascd.org

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · Aug 19

Right now, the joy may be the furthest thing from your mind. But that's exactly why we might need it more than ever. This week, I talked with Dr. Gholdy Muhammad (@gholdym.bsky.social) about practices you can use to bring joy into your classroom.
www.cultofpedagogy.com/joy-gholdy-m...

Bringing Joy Into Our Schools: A Conversation with Gholdy Muhammad | Cult of Pedagogy

Joy is not an extra. It's what lets us stay present, care for ourselves, and give our best to students, even when fear is trying to take over.

www.cultofpedagogy.com

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · Aug 14

"By inviting student voice into social studies, we help learners link history to their lives—and speak powerfully about the world they hope to shape."
Julia Ullman and Benjamin Niewoehner via @ascdofficial.bsky.social
www.ascd.org/blogs/their-...

Their Story in History: Authentic Student Voice in Social Studies

By inviting student voice into social studies, we help learners link history to their lives—and speak powerfully about the world they hope to shape.

www.ascd.org

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · Aug 7

"When we have an MTSS, our schools offer multiple levels of support to students, when they need it."
via @novakeducation.bsky.social

www.novakeducation.com/blog/what-is...

What is MTSS and Why Do We Need It?

Breaking down Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS). What it is, why it is needed, and a helpful analogy to bring it all to life!

www.novakeducation.com

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · Aug 6

I would love to do a deep dive on what the practice of letting young kids (age 1-5) sit for long periods of time watching shows on devices is doing to their brains. I see this a lot in restaurants and grocery stores and it bothers me so much. Who would be a good expert to interview about this?

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · Jul 31

"In truth, great mathematicians do slow math; the kind that involves pondering, reworking, and wondering."
Mona Iehl via @middleweb.bsky.social
www.middleweb.com/52313/gettin...

Getting Math Students to Show Their Reasoning

Math students will be eager to show their work when teachers shift away from memorizing steps and embrace reasoning, discussion and exploration says Mona Iehl.

www.middleweb.com

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · Jul 24

"How do we ensure that paraprofessionals are seen, heard, and equipped to contribute meaningfully?"
Clementina Jose via @edutopia.org
www.edutopia.org/article/4-st...

4 Strategies to Help Paraprofessionals Feel Supported and Included

With targeted training for paraprofessionals, administrators can set their schools up to successfully support students in special education.

www.edutopia.org

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · Jul 17

"By positioning code as a creative tool, educators can tap into students' intrinsic motivation while simultaneously building computational thinking skills."
@laylahb.bsky.social‪‪ via @edsurge.com ‬
www.edsurge.com/news/2025-06...

Coding, Creativity and the New Digital Fluency - EdSurge News

Students light up when they create something meaningful, and every educator has seen that spark. Self-expression fuels learning, and creativity lies at ...

www.edsurge.com

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · Jul 12

Thanks for the shout-out, Ritu!

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · Jul 10

"Many young people can detect AI-generated images. But they struggle to distinguish between news, commentary, and advertisements."
Erica Meltzer via @chalkbeat.org
www.chalkbeat.org/2024/10/31/t...

‘Who can object to critical thinking?’ Teachers carefully craft classes on misinformation.

Viral falsehoods and sham images can influence people’s views and actions about everything from the Super Bowl to elections. Teachers are using skills from other subjects, like math and language arts,...

www.chalkbeat.org

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · Jul 3

"What if, in spite of painstaking prep, the lesson falls flat?"
@sarahgo1.bsky.social via @edutopia.org
www.edutopia.org/article/what...

What to Do When Your Lesson Goes Kaput

Teacher-tested strategies for handling instructional snafus—including when to call it quits on a lesson and regroup.

www.edutopia.org

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · Jun 30

So glad we got to meet, Ashley!! 🤗

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