The EduProtocols Podcast - presented by Rebel Teacher Alliance

Episode 18 – Bringing the Repuzzler into Focus w/ Maria Gallagher (S2E04)

In this episode, the hosts welcome Maria Gallagher, fourth-grade teacher and co-author of the upcoming Transformative Teacher Handbook. Maria walks us through one of her favorite protocols—the Repuzzler—created by Jacob Carr. This remix of the classic Frayer model offers a hands-on, full-class challenge that works across content areas (yes, even math). The conversation also explores Maria’s journey into EduProtocols, her love of community-building in the classroom, and her take on flexible seating, timers, and the ever-fickle classroom tech. From her days in special ed to her current general ed role, Maria shares practical tips and stories that highlight how protocols can transform classroom culture. Please follow @eduprotocols [https://bsky.app/profile/eduprotocols.bsky.social], your hosts Jamie [https://bsky.app/profile/jedijamie.bsky.social], Fabian [https://bsky.app/profile/hofmannedu.bsky.social], and Scott [https://bsky.app/profile/findingmyaloha.bsky.social] on BlueSky and TikTok. Check out the Rebel Teacher Alliance Podcast here [https://www.rebelteacheralliance.com]. Links:- Maria’s Frayer Model [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1bZEPb3ClNpY_SQoRZ4tmiK_VQ6_Z3Yk7Myg8JPUY33k/edit?slide=id.g33e9fdb4345_2_0#slide=id.g33e9fdb4345_2_0]

Episode 17 - Bringing WHASH into Focus w/ Jacob Carr (S2E05)

We welcome back Jacob Carr, newly minted author of the ELA edition of the EduProtocols book, and talk about his favorite protocol called We Have A Situation Here (WHASH). The discussion covers one of the meatier EPs that can lead to an incredibly deep examination of texts. The purpose is to provide context, background knowledge and “setting” of a document. Think a very structured and more thorough Iron Chef Please follow @eduprotocols [http://twitter.com/eduprotocols], your hosts Jamie [http://www.twitter.com/mrsjamiehalsey], Fabian [http://www.twitter.com/hofmannedu], and Scott [http://www.twitter.com/findingmyaloha] on Twitter and the show on Twitter [http://www.twitter.com/rebelteacherpod] and TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@rebelteacheralliance]. Check out the Rebel Teacher Alliance Podcast here [http://www.rebelteacheralliance.com/]. Links: * Jake’s Frayer Model [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1M7_SypasKvi45OjWXuyfTXiLcSg53TM3Fdj_tPZkU2E/edit#slide=id.g2895690503c_0_0] * EduProtocols ELA Edition [https://www.amazon.com/EduProtocol-Field-Guide-ELA-Student-Centered/dp/1956306838]

Episode 16 - Bringing Sketch and Tell into Focus w/ Dominic Helmstetter (S2E04)

In this episode, the hosts and guest Dominic Helmstetter deep dive into Sketch and Tell. Dominic is an experienced educator, who shares his insights on making learning engaging and interactive. The discussion covers various ways to integrate visual aids, technology, and creativity into the classroom to enhance student learning, how to smart start Sketch and Tell, and how to level it up!  You can follow Dominic on Twitter [www.x.com/dhelmEDU], Instagram [instagram.com/DHelmEDU2], and TikTok [TikTok.com/@DHelmEDU5]! Please follow @eduprotocols [http://twitter.com/eduprotocols], your hosts Jamie [http://www.twitter.com/mrsjamiehalsey], Fabian [http://www.twitter.com/hofmannedu], and Scott [http://www.twitter.com/findingmyaloha] on Twitter and the show on Twitter [http://www.twitter.com/rebelteacherpod] and TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@rebelteacheralliance]. Check out the Rebel Teacher Alliance Podcast here [http://www.rebelteacheralliance.com/]. Links from the show: - Dominic's Frayer Model [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1MquPXsUsv1nBWar48A1_nGkg5jttDC6u08_Isv2Hk0U/edit?usp=drive_link]

Episode 15 - Bringing Cyber Sandwich into Focus w/ Adam Moler

In this episode, we hear from Adam Moler, a middle school social studies teacher who has been utilizing EduProtocols since 2017. Adam discusses the positive impact of protocols on student engagement and academic performance, noting increased success rates and improvement for struggling students. He emphasizes the value of concise activities like the Cyber Sandwich protocol and shares variations he incorporates to maintain student interest. You can follow Adam on Twitter here [http://twitter.com/moler3031]! Please follow @eduprotocols [http://twitter.com/eduprotocols], your hosts Jamie [http://www.twitter.com/mrsjamiehalsey], Fabian [http://www.twitter.com/hofmannedu], and Scott [http://www.twitter.com/findingmyaloha] on Twitter and the show on Twitter [http://www.twitter.com/rebelteacherpod] and TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@rebelteacheralliance]. Check out the Rebel Teacher Alliance Podcast here [http://www.rebelteacheralliance.com/]. Links: * Moler’s Musings (Adam’s Blog) [https://molersmusings.wordpress.com/room-303/] * EduProtocols Social Studies Edition [https://www.eduprotocols.com/socialstudies] * Adam’s Frayer Model [chris@eduprotocols.com]

Episode 14 - Bringing the Primary Edition into Focus w/ Jennifer Dean and Ben Cogswell

Authors Jennifer Dean and Ben Cogswell join the hosts of the Edgy Protocols podcast to discuss their primary edition of the EduProtocols field guide. They share insights on using emojis for teaching phonics and writing, adapting protocols for primary students, setting high expectations, and fostering independence. The discussion addresses skepticism among primary teachers, highlights student growth in vocabulary and language skills, and encourages exploration of their book. The episode closes with information on connecting with the authors and accessing samples of their work, emphasizing the impact of EduProtocols on student engagement and learning in the primary classroom. You can follow them on Twitter here: @Techy_Jenn [http://x.com/@techy_jenn] and @cogswell_ben [http://x.com/@cogswell_ben]. Please follow @eduprotocols [http://twitter.com/eduprotocols], your hosts Jamie [http://www.twitter.com/mrsjamiehalsey], Fabian [http://www.twitter.com/hofmannedu], and Scott [http://www.twitter.com/findingmyaloha] on Twitter and the show on Twitter [http://www.twitter.com/rebelteacherpod] and TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@rebelteacheralliance]. Check out the Rebel Teacher Alliance Podcast here [http://www.rebelteacheralliance.com/]. Links: * EDUProtocols Field Guide: Primary Edition [https://www.eduprotocols.com/k-2] * EDUProtocols Primary Website [https://www.primaryeduprotocols.us/] * https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1bqTmc4SErs1Gt7wRRPC2twqxTa3YfAqjqXQWBALIjCc/edit?usp=sharing