🎙️ In this episode of The Learning Curve, we welcome Dr. Douglas Fisher—professor of educational leadership at San Diego State University and co-author of The Teacher Clarity Playbook. Together, we explore how professional learning communities (PLCs) can serve as a powerful structure for sustaining meaningful assessment practices in schools.

Dr. Fisher shares insights on:

• Defining effective PLCs and their role in combating teacher isolation

• Using diverse forms of assessment evidence to inform instruction

• Building vertical alignment across grade levels

• Creating collaborative teams that support both student learning and teacher retention

Whether you're a classroom teacher, school leader, or instructional coach, this episode offers practical strategies and inspiration for building strong, sustainable learning communities.

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Guest

Dr. Douglas Fisher, Professor at San Diego State University

Producer

Julia McLeod, Assessment & Reporting Consultant

Music by Conor McLeod

Produced with Canva & Riverside

Welcome to Season 3, Episode 1 of The Learning Curve Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the crucial topic of equity in assessment and grading practices in K-12 education.

Join us as we welcome Sarah, our Equity, Diversity, Anti-Racism, and Inclusion Consultant, who shares valuable insights on creating fair and inclusive grading systems. Discover practical strategies to ensure every student is assessed equitably, and learn about a fun and interactive assessment activity, “Two Truths and a Lie,” that you can use in your classroom today.

Don’t miss this engaging discussion that aims to support educators in fostering a more just and equitable learning environment for all students.

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🎙️ Welcome back to Episode 11, Season 2 of The Learning Curve Podcast with Edmonton Catholic Schools! 📚 Today promises enlightening discussions and empowering insights into education.

🌟 Let's delve into the Adolescent Brain, assessment practices with Dylan Wiliam, and a review of "What's Worth Fighting Against in Grading?" 📖 Let's Jump in! 🚀

🙌 Keep the learning going and stay connected on Instagram @ecsdlearning.

🌈 Thank you for being part of The Learning Curve ECSD Podcast family. 🎧

Guest

Dylan Wiliam, Emeritus Professor of Educational Assessment at University College London

Segments by

Jennifer Espejo Harasimiuk, High School Biology Consultant

Alyson Gabucci, Assessment & Reporting Consultant

Producer

Julia McLeod, Assessment & Reporting Consultant

Music by Conor McLeod

Produced with Canva, Riverside, Spotify for Podcasters, Veed, & Clipchamp