Teaching with CLASS®
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
La Conexión Entre Música y Lenguaje en el Desarrollo Infantil - Invitada Especial: Elizabeth Horberg
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
En este episodio, Mónica Pujol-Nassif conversa con Elizabeth Horberg, una experimentada psicóloga y coach educativa con amplia trayectoria en progra...
Engaging with Infants Part 2
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are a lot of conflicting thoughts on infant care. Join us for the second part of our discussion with Johayra Bouza, an expert in child developme...
What to Understand About Engaging with Infants
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Johayra Bouza of Teachstone joins up to talk about caring for and engaging with infants. There is so much to consider, from attac...
Transiciones y Formatos didácticos para el aprendizaje
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
En el episodio de hoy tenemos a Zaidaliz Beltrán e Iris García como invitadas, ambas iniciadas como maestras de preescolar en Head Start y actualmen...
How Educators can Improve Their Emotional Intelligence and Awareness
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock the secrets to fostering emotionally intelligent classrooms. In today's discussion, we dive into the pivotal role of emotional intelligence in ...
Consejos para Interactuar con Infantes
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
En este episodio, tenemos el placer de conversar con la doctora Johayra Bouza, una experta en psicología del desarrollo con más de 14 años de ex...
Meeting Every Child's Need
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jill Kuck shares her transformative journey from classroom teaching to diagnostics, highlighting the importance of community involvem...
Reducing Negative Climate in the Classroom
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a teacher blends over three decades of experience with unwavering consistency, respect, and love? Paul Klein joins us to reveal the ...
Positive Climate for Everyone: How a Focus on Positive Climate is Good for Educators and Students
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when an educator blends warmth, empathy, and genuine connection in the classroom? On this episode of Teaching with Class, we have the ple...
Getting into Emotional Support with Judy Cuevas
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can empathy and understanding truly transform a classroom environment? Today we hear from Judy Cuevas, an experienced educator and coach, who shares h...
Strategies for Interacting with Children who Have Experienced Trauma
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In part two of our heart-to-heart conversation about understanding trauma in the classroom, Megin Ruston illuminates the path to empowering educators ...
Understanding How Trauma Shows up in the Classroom
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is the first of a 2-part series where we’ll unpack the complexities of childhood trauma and its profound effects on young minds. Megin Rustin, ...
Combating Burnout
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Burnout is at a whole new level within the last couple of years. Anyone who is a stakeholder feels certain levels of burnout, and there isn’t a magi...
Using Art to Manage Big Feelings
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a journey into the world of emotional intelligence and the transformative power of art in early childhood education. In today’s episode o...
What to Know about CLASS® and Children with Disabilities
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode dives into the world of special education, focusing on the importance of individualized interactions in the classroom. Today’s guest, M...
The Power of Connecting with Multilingual Learners
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Unravel the world of bilingual education with our special guest, Karen Nemef, a celebrated author, consultant, and staunch advocate for high-quality e...
Conectando en Medio del Trauma: Estrategias Para Navegar los Comportamientos Desafiantes
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
En los últimos años se ha visto un aumento en las conductas desafiantes en el salón de clases. El trauma tiene mucho que ver con este comportamient...
Connecting Amidst Trauma: Strategies for Navigating Challenging Behaviors
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, we explore the difficult topic of student trauma and challenging behaviors in the classroom. Joining us today is Dr. Johayra Bou...
Strength in Sensitivity: How Being a Sensitive Educator Benefits Children
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Rommel Mendez, a toddler educator with over a decade of experience, shares his valuable insights and practical strategies for fo...
Fortalecer la Sensibilidad: Como Siendo un Educador Sensible Puede Beneficiar a los Niños
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hoy está con nosotros Rommel Mendez, maestro de niños pequeños en CPLC EHS-Phoenix. Con más de 10 años de experiencia trabajando con CPLC, Rommel...
Getting Intentional about Relationship Building
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss the profound impact of classroom relationships on learning and development. Today’s guest is Kate Matthew. Kate is a co-...
From Curiosity to Clarity: Encouraging Children to Explain Their Thinking
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The process of fostering children's critical thinking and problem-solving skills can be challenging yet rewarding. In today’s episode, you’ll hear...
Transiciones y Formatos didácticos para el aprendizaje
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
En el episodio de hoy tenemos a Zaidaliz Beltrán e Iris García como invitadas, ambas iniciadas como maestras de preescolar en Head Start y actualmen...
New School Year Reset: Embracing a Fresh Start
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As educators, we are all familiar with the hustle and bustle of a new academic year. It's a time filled with excitement, anxiety, hope, and often, an ...
Creating a Culture of Belonging
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast episode, we are introduced to the insightful Pamela Thompson, a director of teaching and learning at Neighborhood Villages in Boston. ...
Supporting Strong-Willed Children
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Understanding how best to support strong-willed children is an important question in education. In today’s episode, Megin Ruston, an adept educator ...
Sumergirse en el Desarrollo de Conceptos
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
En este episodio tenemos a María Cristina Caro como invitada para visitar estrategias de desarrollo de conceptos en el salón de clases, una práctic...
Diving Into Concept Development
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What does scuba diving have to do with concept development in early education? In today’s episode, we are joined by Maria Cristina Caro, a seasoned ...
Building Social Emotional Climate in the Classroom
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Children need to be calm and able to manage their emotions if they’re going to learn, but they can’t do that without tools to help them handle the...
The Magic of Music in the Classroom
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How can you incorporate music into your classroom and what does that do for your students? What can it do for you? In today’s episode, you’ll hear...
Concept Development During Science and Beyond
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode of Teaching with CLASS® is led by guest host Emily Simon. In today’s conversation, you’ll hear from Lexi Alexander, an applied ...
Welcome to our CLASSy School
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What does it look like for CLASS® to be fully integrated into the curriculum? How can coaches get educators excited about that, and what impact does ...
The Mid-School-Year Reset
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you where you thought you’d be by the end of 2022? Is it where you wanted to be by this time? How are things going in your classroom? During thi...
The Role & Responsibility of the Teacher Influencer
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
TikTok influencers come from a variety of backgrounds, but some of the popular influencers out there are teacher influencers. What are the responsibil...
Respondiendo a Comportamientos Desafiantes: Rabietas, Crisis, Morder
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Los comportamientos desafiantes son incidentes muy frecuentes, especialmente en niños muy pequeños. Es importante estar preparados para abordar esto...
Classroom Teams: Handling Sticky Situations with CLASS®
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
To be an effective educator and classroom presence, the adults have to work together as much as or more than the students do. Classrooms work best whe...
Advocacy for Educators
08 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As an educator, how are you using your voice? Not in the classroom but outside of it, to make a difference for the educational system, your students, ...
Setting up your Classroom for Success
11 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Setting up a classroom for a new school year can be exciting! It’s hard not to get excited at the prospect of a fresh start. But that doesn’t mean...
Integración del Aprendizaje en Programas Basados en el Juego
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
El aprendizaje por medio del juego es una herramienta que permite a los educadores facilitar el interes y la atención por parte de los niños. Obteni...
What to Expect When You're About to Be Observed?
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The idea of being observed while performing a job can make anyone feel a little nervous. But understanding what CLASS® observations are really about ...
Replanteamiento del Comportamiento “Desafiante” y por qué es Importante Nuestra Respuesta
30 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Guiar el comportamiento positivo es un proceso de aprendizaje para los niños pequeños en el que se desarrolla la regulación el comportamiento, las ...
Self-Regulation Before Co-Regulation - Supporting the Children in your Classroom
16 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When was the last time you experienced strong feelings in your classroom? Probably every day. Working with children is demanding and can bring up a lo...
Teaching Team Vision - Building Trust with Each Other
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What would the perfect day look like in your classroom? When was the last time you spent time thinking about that? When was the last time you talked w...
Community in the Classroom with Mr. Chazz
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chazz Lewis is an educational specialist who “teaches teachers to teach” in a chain of child development centers. He works closely with schools, t...
Teaching Children Empathy
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What’s the best way to teach empathy to an infant, toddler, or preschool aged child? Joanna Parker joins the podcast to answer that question. Joa...
Behavior is Communication: Understanding and Responding to Tantrums and Meltdowns
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Meltdowns or tantrums in the classroom can be a frustrating experience for both the educator and the child. However, it's important for educators to s...
Integrating Learning in Play-based Programs
11 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One thing we have all heard is that children learn the best through play - but how can we fully integrate that into our classroom environments? In thi...
Promoting Equity in Critical Thinking Skills
28 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How can we shape innovators starting at a young age? Early childhood teachers have a big role in promoting confidence in problem solving. Dr. Lourde...
Encouraging Voice and Choice in the Classroom
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's not uncommon for teachers in early education to need to strike a balance between following children's leads and sticking to the classroom schedul...
Keeping Families Engaged in the Early Childhood Years
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Many programs struggle with family engagement—particularly with engaging families in helping children with reading and homework at home. Educators m...
Reframing "Challenging" Behavior and Why Our Response Matters
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Guiding positive behavior is a learning process for young children as their brains are growing and developing the ability to regulate behavior, emotio...
We’re Back!
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
New episodes every other Thursday. Be sure to subscribe!
Teacher Sensitivity— Being Aware and Responsive to Students' Concerns
27 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
As a teacher, it can feel hard to be aware and responsive to all your students' needs. However, we know that classrooms with high Teacher Sensitivity ...
From CLASS® Observer to PreK Teacher
01 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Mary- After a PhD and fours years observing full-time she decided to go into the classroom as a preschool teacher for the first time. She offers ...
CLASS® Group Coaching
09 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Have you been wondering what CLASS® Group Coaching or MMCI is? Listen as two educators share their experiences from the perspective of a teacher and ...
CLASS® and Montessori
11 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder how a CLASS® assessment or coaching would look in a Montessori classroom? Learn more about the Montessori approach and what you see as a ...
Regard for Student Perspectives: Part 2
07 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
How do you emphasize students' interests, motivations, and point of view throughout the day? How can you encourage responsibility and autonomy with su...
Regard for Student Perspectives
09 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Emphasizing children’s interests, motivations, and point of view while encouraging responsibility, independence, and autonomy can feel overwhelming....
Ask the Author- An interview with Bridget Hamre
13 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Co-author of the CLASS tool and our new Chief Impact Officer, Bridget Hamre, answers questions on her role, goals, and vision for the future.
Observing in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Classrooms
31 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Start the conversation with us as we explore ways to ways to address and prevent bias while observing with the CLASS® tool.
Back to School
14 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Transitioning back to school is an exciting and exhausting time. Gina Gates offers some advice to help ease back in.
Instructional Support- A deeper look
31 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We explore the importance of Emotional Support and Classroom Organization in raising Instructional Support learning outcomes. These strategies are gea...
Scoring and Supporting Instructional Support
17 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Promoting higher-order thinking skills in whole-group time, providing opportunities for creating, scoring repetition and extension, and when to focus ...
New to CLASS®
03 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
What is CLASS®? And your questions on certifying your first live observation, and tips for new trainers.
Managing Challenging Behaviors
25 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In our very first episode of Teaching with CLASS®, I reach out to two CLASS experts to answer your questions about Behavior Management.
Behavior Management- Part 2
25 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We had so many great questions about Behavior Management, we made two episodes! In part two we discuss strategies for students with behavior plans, su...