Sept. 15, 2023

With Leading Out The Woods - BTM002

With Leading Out The Woods - BTM002

Feat. Dr. Matthew Woods

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Leading Out The Woods

Description: This podcast is dedicated to all my fellow K-12 educators as I reflect on my experiences & best practices working in K-12 education as a former teacher & current administrator. New episodes are released bi-weekly on Fridays at 4 PM (excluding special bonus episodes).

Host(s): Matthew Woods

Website: https://www.leadingoutthewoods.com/

Summary: Chris and Matt discuss the journey of starting and growing a podcast, the influence of podcasting on professional development in education, and Dr. Woods' experience as an educator and author. The conversation covers the challenges of starting a podcast, the evolution of "Leading Out the Woods," and the importance of diverse perspectives in education. Dr. Woods also talks about his children's book series "I Want to Be" and his collaborative work on "Digital PD for Educators."

  • Key Points:
    Podcast Journey: Dr. Woods shares his experience of starting "Leading Out the Woods," including initial challenges like doubts about listenership and content relevance.
  • Professional Development: The podcast serves as a platform for educators to discuss a variety of topics, aiding in professional development and networking.
  • Diverse Educational Perspectives: Dr. Woods emphasizes the importance of gaining a wide range of perspectives in education, a goal he achieves through his podcast.
  • Children's Book Series: He discusses his book series "I Want to Be," which was inspired by the lack of diverse representations in children's literature.
  • Digital PD for Educators: Dr. Woods and Dr. Samantha Fecich authored a book focusing on digital professional development for educators.
  • Future Plans: Dr. Woods hints at upcoming projects, including more books in the "I Want to Be" series and a new series inspired by his daughter.

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