155: Note to angry, litigious, anti-mask parents and their friends

155: Note to angry, litigious, anti-mask parents and their friends

Author: Mark Barnes October 7, 2021 Duration: 8:46
Angry, litigious, anti-mask parents are suing schools in Ohio, and Mark Barnes has Hacks you can share to stop this madness and solve one of education's biggest problems.

1 -- Don't sue schools over mask mandates
2 -- Don't attend school boards in an angered state of mind
3 -- Create conversations with school leaders and with kids about safety
4 -- Get vaccinated

Do these hacks look simple here? They are just as simple when you put them into action.

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Mark Barnes hosts Hack Learning, a podcast built on the idea that the most impactful changes in education often come from simple, actionable shifts. This isn't about theoretical debates; it's a toolbox of practical strategies for educators, school leaders, and parents who are ready to rethink the status quo. Each episode tackles a specific, real-world challenge, breaking down complex ideas into manageable steps you can apply immediately. You'll hear concrete methods for revitalizing classroom engagement, transforming assessment to truly measure learning, and cutting through the administrative noise to focus on what matters. The conversations explore how to leverage technology meaningfully, not just for its own sake, and how to create environments where even the most hesitant student finds a path forward. From reimagining homework and fostering a genuine love of reading to streamlining leadership and crafting effective communication, this podcast delivers concise, proven hacks. It’s for anyone who believes that better practices lead to better outcomes and wants to translate that belief into daily action. Tune in for straightforward, no-jargon insights that make improvement feel not only possible but achievable.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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65: How to Discuss Politics and Other Sensitive Issues in School [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:04
During a presidential debate, a citizen asked Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump if they are appropriate for kids. In this episode, Mark Barnes expands on the question while explaining how to discuss politics and other sen…
62: Three Hacky Ways to Remember Things with Brad Zupp [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:37
Renowned author, presenter, and memory expert Brad Zupp rarely forgets things. Since 2009, Zupp has been dedicated to testing the limits of his own memory while helping others learn the benefits that come from memory imp…
61: Hacking Teacher Mistakes with My Bad Host Jon Harper [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:20
Jon Harper admits that in more than a decade in education, he's made plenty of mistakes. Some might call Harper a mistakes guru. He interviews experienced education stakeholders about their mistakes on his popular Bam Ra…
60: How to Lighten the 20.2-Pound Backpack and Reimagine Homework [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:35
When Hack Learning creator Mark Barnes realized his daughter's school backpack weighed in at a portly 20.2 pounds, he decided to tell the world that it's time to reimagine traditional homework. In this episode, Mark tell…
Hacking Master Teachers: 3 Habits of the Greats [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:32
Why do students love some classes and hate others? What makes a certain teacher every kid's favorite? How do master teachers become so great? The answer is simple: Master teachers have daily habits that make them great t…
Hacking Relevance in Education with Denis Sheeran EP.57 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:54
When learning is relevant, students become enthusiastic and engaged. Denis Sheeran, math teacher and author of Instant Relevance, explains how he uses real life experiences to bring relevance to not only math but to any…

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