Straight Chalk: Podcast for Busy Educators
by Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez
Latest episode
4.3: Seen, Heard, Valued: How Great Teachers Build Relationships
4.3: Seen, Heard, Valued: How Great Teachers Build Relationships
About this podcast
Dive into the world of education and straight talk with Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez! As a former high school teacher and now an Instructional Specialist at St. Lucie Public Schools, Dr. Benner-Ordoñez is dedicated to creating dynamic and engaging professional learning systems via different modalities to place educators in the driving seat of their learning journey. Her passion lies in offering busy educators a variety of choices that incorporate best practices in andragogy and well-being, all aimed at boosting self-efficacy. Join us for insightful discussions on pedagogy, teaching and learning practices, behavior management, special topics, and much more! Gain access to educational experts who share practical ideas and resources to enhance your teaching practice, and stay updated with the latest research and trends in education. Tune in during your commute or lunch break and discover just how much fun learning can be!
Episodes
The newest 20 of 32 episodes
- 4.3: Seen, Heard, Valued: How Great Teachers Build Relationships · 32 min · Season 4 Episode 3Love what you hear, or have a suggestion for a future episode? 💖 Send me a text. 💌 Students do not walk into our rooms as test scores. They walk in as people who want to feel…
- 4.2: Running on Coffee & Good Intentions: Beyond Survival Mode · 21 min · Season 4 Episode 2Love what you hear, or have a suggestion for a future episode? 💖 Send me a text. 💌 Let's be honest. Many educators spend their days caring for everyone else while putting their…
- 4.1: Start Strong, Stay Strong - 5 First-Week Moves that Matter · 16 min · Season 4 Episode 1Love what you hear, or have a suggestion for a future episode? 💖 Send me a text. 💌 The first week of school can feel like a sprint, but it’s also your best chance to change the…
- 3.10: Anchors Up! Professional Learning Built to Sail · 26 min · Season 3 Episode 10Love what you hear, or have a suggestion for a future episode? 💖 Send me a text. 💌 In this episode, we sit down with Technology Support Specialist, Jessica Gutierrez, to explore…
- 3.9: From InnovatED to Innovated - Teacher Takeaways · 26 min · Season 3 Episode 9Love what you hear, or have a suggestion for a future episode? 💖 Send me a text. 💌 What happens when teachers lead the learning—and actually make it stick? In this episode, we…
- 3.8: Different by Design - Reframing Professional Learning · 25 min · Season 3 Episode 8Love what you hear, or have a suggestion for a future episode? 💖 Send me a text. 💌 “Sit and get” professional development is easy to schedule and hard to defend. What busy…
- 3.7: Purposeful Practice: Small Groups for Big Learning in the K-5 ELA Classroom · 26 min · Season 3 Episode 7Love what you hear, or have a suggestion for a future episode? 💖 Send me a text. 💌 The biggest shifts in learning often happen in the smallest moments—at a back table, over a…
- 3.6: Sensemaking in Science: Shifting Student Thinking · 19 min · Season 3 Episode 6Love what you hear, or have a suggestion for a future episode? 💖 Send me a text. 💌 What does it look like when students move beyond memorizing science facts and start making…
- 3.5: The ELL Edge: Tips and Tools for Supporting English Language Learners · 47 min · Season 3 Episode 5Love what you hear, or have a suggestion for a future episode? 💖 Send me a text. 💌 Giving Teachers the ELL Edge (Special Winter Edition) This episode is all about practical…
- 3.4: From Numbers to Knowledge: Student Data Empowerment · 23 min · Season 3 Episode 4Love what you hear, or have a suggestion for a future episode? 💖 Send me a text. 💌 Join me as I chat with the inspiring Dr. Trevor Sparacio — Social Studies teacher, department…
- 3.3: From Inspiration to Certification - Teachers Leading the CTE Journey · 25 min · Season 3 Episode 3Love what you hear, or have a suggestion for a future episode? 💖 Send me a text. 💌 Join the conversation with Dr. LeiNitia Robinson and Terrence Platt, dynamic Career Coaches…
- 3.2: Vision First - Building the Classroom You Believe In · 34 min · Season 3 Episode 2Love what you hear, or have a suggestion for a future episode? 💖 Send me a text. 💌 In this episode, Behavior Specialist Caroline Redding brings practical wisdom and real-world…
- 3.1: Level-Up; Power Moves in Your Professional Learning · 31 min · Season 3 Episode 1Love what you hear, or have a suggestion for a future episode? 💖 Send me a text. 💌 🎙️ Season Premiere: Level Up Your Professional Learning Welcome to a brand-new season of the…
- 2.10: Math Matters · 21 min · Season 2 Episode 10Love what you hear, or have a suggestion for a future episode? 💖 Send me a text. 💌 Join Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez in the latest episode of the Straight Chalk: Podcast for Busy…
- 2.9: Stronger Together: Principals Helping Teachers Thrive · 25 min · Season 2 Episode 9Love what you hear, or have a suggestion for a future episode? 💖 Send me a text. 💌 Join Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez in the latest episode of the Straight Chalk: Podcast for Busy…
- 2.8: 'Best-Fit' Pedagogy · 30 min · Season 2 Episode 8Love what you hear, or have a suggestion for a future episode? 💖 Send me a text. 💌 Join Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez in the latest episode of the Straight Chalk: Podcast for Busy…
- 2.7: Night of the Stars: Celebrating New SLPS Teachers · 23 min · Season 2 Episode 7Love what you hear, or have a suggestion for a future episode? 💖 Send me a text. 💌 Join Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez in the latest episode of StraightChalk podcast for busy…
- 2.6: Learning Expeditions: Professional Learning for Teachers By Teachers · 27 min · Season 2 Episode 6Love what you hear, or have a suggestion for a future episode? 💖 Send me a text. 💌 What happens when teachers become the guides for professional learning? In this episode of…
- 2.5: Educator Resilience & Wellness Over the Holidays & Beyond · 31 min · Season 2 Episode 5Love what you hear, or have a suggestion for a future episode? 💖 Send me a text. 💌 Join Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez in the latest episode of StraightChalk: Podcast for Busy…
- 2.4: Gratitude in Action: Community Partnerships That Inspire · 18 min · Season 2 Episode 4Love what you hear, or have a suggestion for a future episode? 💖 Send me a text. 💌 Join Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez inthe latest episode of StraightChalk podcast for busy…
