As we transition from the broad challenges of modern education to specific strategies, this blog will first delve into the foundational cognitive science principles essential for instructional coaches. Following this, we’ll explore the integration of cutting-edge EdTech tools and AI applications in teaching, culminating in practical approaches for establishing effective classroom routines and behavior management.
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Instructional Coaching: Supporting Teachers Integrating Worked Examples and Frontloading to Amplify Instruction
Within classroom instruction, “Worked Examples” and “Frontloading Models” play pivotal roles in enhancing student understanding and reducing cognitive overload when learning content. Let’s delve into what these terms mean and how instructional coaches can help teachers implement them within their classroom instruction.
Why Special Educators Should Be One Role Not Two: Case Manager or Teacher (not both)
Special Education Teachers typically do two jobs in one. It’s time to consider separating two major components of their job into two jobs done separately: teacher and case manager. Let’s dive into each role and then discuss why we need to separate each role.
A Year in Review and the Year 2024 Ahead
This blog post will be a reflective journey through the year 2023, showcasing my key learnings, achievements, and future goals. It will highlight insights from my podcast episodes and blog posts, covering diverse topics in education. The blog will also share my reflections, personal growth, and my ‘OneWord2024’, which symbolizes my focus and vision for the upcoming year. Join me as I explore the intersections of AI, co-teaching, adult education, and more, laying out a roadmap for what’s next in my educational endeavors.
Using Generative AI to Support Teachers Planning Workflow and Content Creation to Google Apps and Learning Management Systems
In a recent presentation at Everyone Academy, Dr. Rhoads showcased the transformative power of Generative AI in enhancing teachers’ planning and content creation workflows. He delved into how tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Google Bard, and MagicSchool.ai can be harnessed to efficiently generate robust educational content. Dr. Rhoads emphasized the practicality of these AI tools inContinueContinue reading “Using Generative AI to Support Teachers Planning Workflow and Content Creation to Google Apps and Learning Management Systems”
Why We Should Ban Phones in K-12 Schools: A Changed Perspective
Explore our latest article, ‘Why We Should Ban Phones in K-12 Schools: A Changed Perspective.’ Uncover the reasons behind the growing call for a phone-free learning environment and its impact on student well-being and learning.
The Best AI Tools (so far) to Improve Teacher Planning, Assessment, Instruction, and Feedback
So far I have explored many AI tools in my capacity as an EdTech Trainer, Coach, and Research Chair working with Adult Education ESL, CTE Teachers, High School Diploma, University Teacher Candidates (Primary and Secondary), and Master and Doctoral Students. I’ve dabbled with over 100 AI tools over the past 10 months to try forContinueContinue reading “The Best AI Tools (so far) to Improve Teacher Planning, Assessment, Instruction, and Feedback”
Help Teachers Cut Out Irrelevant Information in Their Lessons As An Instructional Coach
Delving into the intricacies of how we learn, two components of our cognitive architecture play critical roles with profound implications for educational practices related to teaching and learning: working memory, where we process information, and long-term memory, where this information finds its permanent residence. This is at the heart of Cognitive Load Theory, an essentialContinueContinue reading “Help Teachers Cut Out Irrelevant Information in Their Lessons As An Instructional Coach”
Amplifying Science, Technology, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM) in the World of AI
In today’s increasingly digital world, the intersection of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in our classrooms is a pressing necessity and reality. AI models with research-based instructional strategies can significantly enhance and enrich our teaching practices, preparing our K-20 learners for a technology-infused future. Photo by Google DeepMind onContinueContinue reading “Amplifying Science, Technology, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM) in the World of AI”
#AmpGlobalEdu – Amplifying Student Inquiry in Robotics, Computer Science, and STEAM is Now Here!
🚀 Elevate Robotics, Computer Science, and STEAM into your Classroom with “Amplify Learning: A Global Collaborative” 🌍 Do you ever feel like you’re on the precipice of something truly transformative in your classroom, especially when diving into the realms of Robotics, Computer Science, and STEAM? Well, it’s time to harness that energy and turn itContinueContinue reading “#AmpGlobalEdu – Amplifying Student Inquiry in Robotics, Computer Science, and STEAM is Now Here!”
Creating Curiosity for Robotics and Computer Science in All Classrooms
By: Matt Rhoads, Ed.D. Picture a world where every student, regardless of their future aspirations, is not just familiar with the basics of computer science and robotics, but possesses a deep understanding of these crucial fields when they complete high school. A world where these disciplines are intricately woven into the fabric of daily learningContinueContinue reading “Creating Curiosity for Robotics and Computer Science in All Classrooms”
Our First Guest Blog: Explore the Future of AI with EduMatch – Join Us on October 7th
Photo by Tara Winstead on Pexels.com By: Sarah Thomas, Ph.d., Founder of EduMatch, Tech Leader, Author, Podcaster, and Consultant Welcome to our first guest post on matthewrhoads.com! I am thrilled to introduce Dr. Sarah Thomas, the visionary founder of EduMatch. At the core of EduMatch lies the principle of amplifying educator voice—a value that deeplyContinueContinue reading “Our First Guest Blog: Explore the Future of AI with EduMatch – Join Us on October 7th”
10 High-Impact Instructional Strategies Instructional Leaders and Coaches Can Support Teachers With That Make a Huge Difference in Student Learning
As instructional leaders and coaches, we have the incredible opportunity to elevate the effectiveness of teaching and cultivate a culture of continual growth in our schools. Embracing the new school year, review an array of high-impact instructional strategies that can truly ignite learning experiences within our classrooms. Each strategy presented in this post is accompaniedContinueContinue reading “10 High-Impact Instructional Strategies Instructional Leaders and Coaches Can Support Teachers With That Make a Huge Difference in Student Learning”
Data-Driven Decision Making in Classrooms and Schools is Easier Than Ever Before with GPT-4 Code Interpreter
Time and the capacity to use data and understand it is at the essence of making data-driven decisions in classrooms and schools (Rhoads, 2019; Mandinach 2012, U.S Department of Education, 2010). In my research and researchers focusing on data literacy for educators, time has always been the number one issue for educators to use dataContinueContinue reading “Data-Driven Decision Making in Classrooms and Schools is Easier Than Ever Before with GPT-4 Code Interpreter”
A Huge Opportunity for Adult Education: Preparing and Navigating an AI-Driven Future
As generative AI continues to evolve and reshape the way we work, the need for a workforce that can thrive in this new landscape is becoming increasingly apparent. How can we ensure that adult white-collar workers are equipped with the necessary digital, data, and AI literacy skills to meet the needs of businesses and communities?ContinueContinue reading “A Huge Opportunity for Adult Education: Preparing and Navigating an AI-Driven Future”
Navigating the Present and Future of Education 