The Creative Classroom with John Spencer
John Spencer explores what it means to transform classrooms into spaces of creativity and wonder. He shares insights and strategies for teachers to foster a creative learning environment. The podcast aims to inspire educators to rethink traditional teaching methods.
Episodes
Beyond Screen Time: What LAUSD’s New Policy Gets Right and Wrong
The Los Angeles Unified School District has adopted one of the nation’s most restrictive classroom screen time policies. It will dramatically limit technology use across grade levels. Much of the reporting has focused on “banning devices,” but as I examined the actual policy, I noticed...
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When Personalized Learning Works Better Than Adaptive Learning
Personalized learning has become one of the biggest promises in educational technology, with adaptive learning platforms and AI tutors claiming to tailor instruction to every student. But genuine personalization has to begin with the person. We lose something wen we center it on the algorithm...
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What the Revival of Barnes and Noble Can Teach Us about Gen Z and Technology
For years, educational technology has promised to make learning faster, more personalized, and more efficient. On some respect, it has delivered on those promises. But as concerns about screen time and student engagement continue to grow, more educators are rediscovering the value of low-tech learning....
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Embracing the Low Tech Revolution
This is the first in my summer series I’m calling Low Tech Learning. In today’s podcast and article, I explore the negative aspects of a tech-centric environment and the movement toward going low tech. I also want to provide some nuance and balance to set...
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Q&A: The Big Questions We’re Asking About AI in Education
This week, I’m doing something different with my blog and my podcast. I’ve compiled a list of the most common questions I get about AI when I’m teaching courses and leading professional development on the topic. Listen to the Podcast If you enjoy this blog...
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When Should We Avoid Implementing PBL?
If you have followed my blog for any amount of time, you’ll know that I am a huge proponent of project based learning (or PBL for short). I have a PBL hub with articles and resources you can access. I conduct PBL workshops, keynotes, and...
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Contextual Thinking is Becoming Vital in the Age of AI
Authentic learning has always required a connection to a real context. However, in a generative age, where AI cannot “read the room,” contextual thinking has become more important than ever. In this article and podcast episode, I explore the implications of this and share six...
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How to Be Proactive About Classroom Management in PBL
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How to Design AI-Resistant Writing Before, During, and After the Writing Process
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The Five Biggest Pitfalls of Collaborative Grouping (And How to Avoid Them)
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