The Pulse
By Missouri State Teachers Association
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Podcast Description
Created by the Missouri State Teachers Association, The Pulse is the first weekly podcast devoted to news and information specifically for Missouri educators. Hear legislative updates, helpful hints, answers to legal questions and much more.
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The Pulse: Social Media Policies for School Districts | Tony Rothert, Legal Director for the ACLU of Eastern Missouri, joins MSTA Attorneys Vera Campfield and Gail McCray to discuss social media policies for school districts. Hear his concerns with the policies drafted by the major policy providers in Missouri and the faulty premise on which they are based. | 2/9/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: 2012 Missouri Legislative Session | Mike Wood joins Aurora Meyer to discuss MSTA’s legislative priorities for 2012, "Solutions for Teachers." The five priorities for 2012 are: making changes to the state board of education, quality performance based teacher evaluations, making sure Missouri encourages innovative programs in school districts and that those programs aren't counted against the district's accreditation, funding formula plans and revamping tax credit programs. Don’t forget to sign up for MSTA’s Rapid Response Team by emailing rapidresponse@msta.org and the Action Newsletter, action@msta.org, the weekly report of the happenings in Jefferson City. | 1/20/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: MSTA writes electronic communication policy | In response to the requirements of Senate Bill 1, many of our members requested an electronic communication policy from MSTA. Staff Attorney, Vera Campfield, joins Aurora Meyer to discuss why MSTA created this policy and what we hope to accomplish. You can see the policy at the link below | 12/20/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: MSTA Opposes NCLB Waiver Request | DESE is applying for an NCLB waiver. The 42-page document raises a number of issues. To help you understand what's going on and why MSTA is concerned, Aurora Meyer talked with Becky Odneal, owner of Education Link. You can submit your own comments by Jan. 5 to esea@dese.mo.gov. | 12/15/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Red a Social Media Solution | We know how important it is to keep students, parents and otter educators up to date on schedule changes, alerts and even basketball scores. With the changes from Senate Bill 54 and Senate Bill 1, many districts are looking for alternative ways save money, save time and keep their students engaged. Patrick Stoddart, Founder of Revedel, joins Aurora Meyer and Todd Fuller to discuss Red, an enhanced and simplified communications tool, which districts like Lee's Summit North and Pleasant Lea Middle School use. | 11/8/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Support Breast Cancer Awareness | Liberty Mutual recently partnered with the the Susan G. Komen Foundation and will contribute $5 to the fight against breast cancer for every auto, home, and renters insurance quote completed before November 30. Additionally, Liberty Mutual explains their newest auto insurance coverage Better car replacement. Get more details on both, | 10/11/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: MSIP5 Updates | The public comment period for the changes to MSIP5 begins on Monday, October 3 and will last through November 1. To help you prepare, Aurora Meyer talked with Becky Odneal, MSTA's MSIP5 consultant, to discuss what happened over the summer, the current concerns and what's next. You can leave a comment | 9/29/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Senate Bill 54 and Social Media UPDATES | We've received an injunction on Senate Bill 54, now what? Aurora Meyer talks with MSTA Legal Counsel Gail McCray and Communications Director Todd Fuller to answer your questions. We're also continuing the conversation with our members in the | 8/29/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Senate Bill 54 and Social Media | As we receive more questions on Senate Bill 54 from our members, Aurora Meyer talks with MSTA Legal Counsel Kyle Farmer to explain how MSTA interprets some aspects of the law. We are continuing the conversation with our members in the | 8/10/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Changes to our Legal Services Department | We have some exciting changes to the Legal Services department. There is now a direct number to Legal Services, 866-343-6186 and an email address just for the department legalservices@msta.org. MSTA Legal Counsel, Gail McCray joins Aurora Meyer to explain what this means for you. | 7/7/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Few Educational Benefits from High Stakes Exams | MSTA's Executive Director, Kent King, joins Aurora Meyer to discuss the implications of a recent report, which examined evidence on incentive programs that impose sanctions or offer rewards for students, teachers, or schools on the basis of students’ test performance. Interestingly, the findings show small learning gains and lower graduation rates with incentive programs in place. You can read the article | 6/30/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Civil War Resources | 2011 is the 150th anniversary of the Civil War. Rachel Webb, MSTA's Associate editor, and Paul Arnold, Malden High School American History Teacher share their educational | 6/16/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Leadership Symposium Preview | Featured Speaker Amy Showalter joins Aurora Meyer to preview the upcoming Leadership Symposium. There's still time to register | 6/2/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Grants and Awards | Looking for more ways to stretch your classroom budget? Rachel Webb, MSTA's Associate editor, Rwebb@msta.org, scours the web looking for grants and awards to apply for this summer. She then compiles them | 5/26/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: 2011 Legislative Session Ends | Government Relations Director, Mike Wood, recaps what bills passed, what bills didn't pass and how Rapid Response played a big part in the 2011 Legislative Session. | 5/16/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Legislative Update | Government Relations Director, Mike Wood, joins Aurora Meyer for updates on Teacher Tenure, MSIP5 and the Budget. | 4/21/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Details on MSIP5 | Aurora Meyer talks with Government Relations Director, Mike Wood, about the details of the potential MSIP5 changes and what it means for the future of education in Missouri. | 4/7/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Teachers as Change Agents Preview | Teachers as Change Agents Conference Presenter, Carolyn Nixon, joins Aurora Meyer and Cindy Whitaker to preview her sessions at the upcoming conference. For more information or to register, | 3/31/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: HB628 Teacher Tenure and Evaluation | While the Missouri Legislature is on Spring Break, Government Relations Director, Mike Wood, joins Aurora Meyer and Todd Fuller to review the 2011 session so far. | 3/24/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Your First Amendment Rights as Educators | Kyle Farmer explains what you can and can’t get away with saying at school | 3/10/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: HB628 Teacher Tenure and Evaluation | Aurora Meyer and Todd Fuller had a chance to catch up with Mike Wood on the Government Relations team after the HB628 hearing. We wanted to give you his take on what the bill means for you, what happened at the hearing and what’s next. | 3/3/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Governor's Humanities Awards | The Executive Director of the Missouri Humanities Council, Geoff Giglierano, joins Aurora Meyer to discuss the 2011 Governor’s Humanities Awards. Nominations for individuals or groups whose education, community or literary achievements set an example worthy of statewide attention are open until March 18, 2011. The Excellence in Education award recognizes one or more teachers of English, history, languages or social studies. Nominated teachers can be from any Missouri public or private school, kindergarten through higher education. MHC will give two awards. Nominations must be submitted using this | 2/24/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Sharing Student Information | Kyle Farmer joins Aurora Meyer to review the restrictions on sharing student information. For more details check the U.S. Department of Education FERPA information page | 2/10/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: 2011 Missouri Legislative Session | Mike Wood joins Aurora Meyer to discuss MSTA’s legislative priorities and his impressions of the speeches of Republican Rob Mayer, the new Senate president pro tem, and the new House speaker, Republican Steve Tilley. Don’t forget to sign up for MSTA’s Rapid Response Team by emailing rapidresponse@msta.org and the Action Newsletter, action@msta.org, the weekly report of the happenings in Jefferson City and how they impact educators. | 1/6/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Boomer Concerns | Vera Campfield discusses with Aurora Meyer many of the concerns older teachers have expressed and why younger teachers should start paying attention to these issues. | 12/23/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Cyberbullying | Kyle Farmer joins Aurora Meyer to discuss the results of a recent study about bullying and cyberbullying and the impact of these behaviors. You can read the study results | 12/15/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Holiday Edition | Vera Campfield discusses with Aurora Meyer several tips and tricks for getting through the holiday season. | 12/9/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Unemployment | Kyle Farmer joins Aurora Meyer to discuss the basics of unemployment and what you as educators need to know. | 12/2/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Sick time and FMLA leave | With cold and flu season in full swing, Vera Campfield joins Aurora Meyer to review sick leave and the basics of The Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA) as they apply to educators. | 11/24/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Brad Lager Convention Speech | For those of you who have requested it, here is the audio of Senator Brad Lager’s speech given to our Assembly of Delegates on November 11, 2010. | 11/19/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Personal Contact Information | Many teachers feel pressured to give out their home or cell phone numbers and personal e-mail addresses to parents and students. Kyle Farmer joins Aurora Meyer to talk about what options are available to teachers. | 11/18/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Rapid Response | Now that the election is over and the results are in, we want to invite you to be a part of MSTA's Rapid Response Team, a grassroots way for you to be involved in the legislative process. Krista Meyer and Mike Wood join Todd Fuller to share more details. You can also access the previous news story | 11/4/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Convention Updates | We’re just two weeks away from the 2010 MSTA Convention in Kansas City! Krista Meyer and Cindy Whitaker join Aurora Meyer with highlights. Be sure to check out the Convention program | 10/28/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Political campaigning for Teachers | As political campaigns continue to heat up in advance of the upcoming election, Kyle Farmer and Aurora Meyer explain what teachers can and cannot say about politics in the classroom, at school and at home. | 10/21/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: MSTA Missouri House endorsements | Todd Fuller, Krista Meyer and Mike Wood discuss a few key endorsements for this year’s Missouri House election. To see a full online version of the 2010 Election Guide click | 10/14/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: MSTA Missouri Senate endorsements | Todd Fuller, Krista Meyer and Mike Wood discuss a few key endorsements for this year’s Missouri Senate election. To see a full online version of the 2010 Election Guide click here: | 10/12/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Scholarships for National Board Certification | Liberty Mutual recently partnered with the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards to offer full scholarships for National Board Certification, the highest credential offered in the teaching profession. Todd Fuller gets the details on this new program from, Matt Ingles, Program Manager at Liberty Mutual Group. For more details or to apply click | 10/7/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Can they ask me to do that? | Aurora Meyer talks with MSTA staff attorney, Kyle Farmer, about the additional responsibilities teachers are often asked to perform, also known as “other duties as assigned.” After listening, if you still have additional questions, email Kyle at: | 9/30/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: What you need to know about MSTA’s candidate endorsement process | Aurora Meyer talks with Krista Meyer of MSTA’s Government Relations team to explain the candidate endorsement process and how you can get involved this election year. You can e-mail Krista at KMeyer@msta.org. For the list of endorsed candidates, please click here: | 9/22/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: The basics of working with special needs students | Erin Burnham and Cindy Whitaker join Aurora Meyer to discuss some of the specifics for working with students with special needs and helping them succeed in your class. For more tips, please click here: | 9/17/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Interacting with parents of your students on Facebook | Kyle Farmer and Vera Campfield join Aurora Meyer in the third of three podcasts designed to help you understand how the changes MSBA made to the policy affect you, as an educator and how you to protect yourself. | 9/2/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: What the changes to the Staff and Student Relations policy from the Missouri School Board Association mean for you | Kyle Farmer and Vera Campfield again join Aurora Meyer in the second of three podcasts designed to help you understand how the changes MSBA made to the policy affect you, as an educator. Be sure to check back on Thursday to hear the final part of this series. | 8/30/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse: Explanation of the changes to the Staff and Student Relations policy from the Missouri School Board Association. | Kyle Farmer and Vera Campfield join Aurora Meyer in the first of three podcasts designed to explain you what you need to know about why MSBA made changes to this policy. Be sure to check back on Monday to hear the second part of this series. | 8/26/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #132 - 08/20/10 | What the Teacher Jobs Bill Means to You: Krista Meyer joins Todd Fuller and Gail McCray to discuss how much of the nearly $10 billion appropriated to save the jobs of nonfederal government workers Missouri school districts can expect to see and when. | 8/20/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #131 - 07/29/10 | Meet MSTA's newest resource for social media, Online Community Coordinator Aurora Meyer. Aurora shares her goals for using Facebook, Twitter and the MSTA blog. Go to www.msta.org to check out her tweets and posts on education tips and tools. | 7/29/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #130 - 07/01/10 | Are you being asked to do more as school budgets tighten? How much is too much? MSTA Attorneys Vera Campfield and Kyle Farmer discuss the impact of budget cuts on teachers and give you some advice on what you should do. Don't forget you can subscribe to the Pulse on iTunes; just go to Podcasts and search for "The Pulse". | 7/1/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #129 - 05/24/10 | This week Krista Joins Todd to talk with special guest Angelie Agarwal, Chief Evangelist for Prezi. Prezi is presentation software that really changes how both students and teachers look at ways to communicate their message to others. It is a true alternative to just another Powerpoint slide presentation. Best of all, the company is highly engaged in the education community and offers free and deeply discounted versions for teachers and students. The best way to understand Prezi is to listen to the podcast and then check out some of the presentations at prezi.com. We think you are going to like this very engaging communication tool. | 5/24/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #128 - 04/23/10 | It's election time! The ballots for the PSRS/PEERS Board of Trustees have been mailed. Krista Meyer explains how MSTA selects candidates to endorse, provides information on the candidates and tells you how to cast your ballot. Ballots must be post-marked by May 4, 2010. For more information about the candidates go to: www.msta.org. | 4/23/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #127 - 04/16/10 | A legislative update is the focus of this edition. Mike Wood, MSTA lobbyist, talks about the budget process, Career Ladder and other education bills on the move. He also reminds everyone to vote for MSTA-endorsed candidates Karmen Foster and Tina Zubeck in the PSRS/PEERS election. Ballots mail on Monday, April 19. For more information on the election and candidates: | 4/16/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #126 - 03/12/10 | Thinking you should be making better use of resources on the internet in your classroom? Register for the MSTA Technology Institute where Brian Mull, director of innovation for November Learning, will be presenting some practical applications for searching and validating information on the internet as well as collaboration and problem-solving for students. The Institute will be June 7, 2010 in Springfield and will have practical information that you can incorporate into your lesson plans for the new school year. To register go to http://www.msta.org/events or call 800-392-0532. To see more information on the event go to: http://www.msta.org/files/regions/infolitflyercorrect.pdf. To learn more about the incubator project referenced in the podcast you can to go: http://www.ted.com/talks/lang/eng/jane_chen_a_warm_embrace_that_saves_lives.html. | 3/12/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #125 - 02/26/10 | Tight budgets make cause unease with school district personnel. Field Reps Butch Whittler and Mike Martin along with Dr. Sandra Logan, a Principal at Columbia Public Schools, talk about staffing issues. How districts determine the amount of staff they will need for the upcoming year, Reductions in Force and what to do if you district is down-sizing are addressed. | 2/26/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #124 - 02/16/10 | Looking for a scholarship opportunity? Julie Brassard, Marketing Communications Manager for Liberty Mutual, talks about a scholarship for teachers to pursue their Master’s in Education. The deadline for application is May 31, 2010. To get the application and learn about other aspects of the Learn Return program with Liberty Mutual go to http://www.libertymutual.com/teachers. | 2/16/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #123 - 02/03/10 | Ever wish you had some help in understanding financial information? Wish you had a better grip in your bills, savings and saving for retirement? Field Representative Sarah Papineau is a Dave Ramsey-Trained Financial Counselor and has developed a new workshop "Personal Finance 101". She explains what you can expect in the workshop and how it will be offered. | 2/3/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #122 - 01/22/10 | Troops to Teachers is back on the show as Director Chad Schatz provides an update on the program and discusses potential expansion in the future. For more information, including benefits and certification, you can go to: http://www.dese.mo.gov/divcareered/ve_troops_to_teachers.htm or call 877-530-2765. To contact the St. Louis VA call: 888-442-4551. | 1/22/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #121 - 01/15/10 | It's a new year and a new legislative session. Listen to Mike Wood preview the legislative session and Kent King discuss MSTA's opposition to Race to the Top. | 1/15/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #120 - 12/07/09 | Looking to save some money? Liberty Mutual Branch Manager Roger Jackson explains how you can get a 10% discount on auto and home insurance as an MSTA member. For more information you can go to: http://www.msta.org/benefits/discounts_deals.aspx, www.libertymutual.com/msta or call Liberty Mutual at: 800-837-5254. For more information on the Learn and Return program you can go to: www.libertymutual.com/teachers. | 12/7/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #119 - 12/04/09 | It’s a "Race To The Top" and Rachel Webb joins the show to explain what that might mean to Missouri. To read more about it: www.dese.mo.gov/rt3. Also a new life insurance benefit is highlighted. Check it out at: www.mstaendorsedbenefits.com. | 12/4/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #118 - 11/24/09 | It’s a Convention Recap! Find out what you missed or see if you agree with our analysis. Krista Meyer provides a recap of the Assembly of Delegates debate plus update on the new MSTA officers, workshops and the William T. Lucky Award. Finally, find out about a new benefit from Liberty Mutual. | 11/24/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #117 - 11/04/09 | Going to the MSTA Convention? Get the scoop on workshops and activities by listening to this edition of The Pulse. | 11/4/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #116 - 09/04/09 | Need help answering the question “Why should I join MSTA?”? Sarah Papineau, MSTA Field Coordinator, offers tips on member recruitment. Whether it is a group setting or one-on-one, we have suggestions to make the process easier. | 9/4/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #115 - 08/20/09 | This week on The Pulse Todd talks to educational game developer, Shane Blazek. Shane is the husband of a KC teacher and has just created his first game, Learn the States and Capitals to help the students in his wife’s class as well as students across the U.S. To find out more about Shane and his company Portnine and to play his game, head to http://portnine.com. If you have ideas for educational games Shane would love to hear them. You can email him at: comments@portnine.com. | 8/20/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #114 - 08/14/09 | Interested in the latest on Career Ladder funding? Senator Gary Nodler, Missouri Senate Appropriations Chair, discusses the letter he and Representative Allen Icet penned about the issue as well as providing a state budget forecast. | 8/14/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #113 - 08/07/09 | The Pulse is back and Krista Meyer shares the latest news on Career Ladder funding for this school year. Also, Gail talks about some new IRS reporting requirements for you local CTA. | 8/7/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #112 - 06/19/09 | Social media resources take center stage for this show. Krista Meyer, Rachel Webb, Todd and Gail talk about how MSTA uses Twitter, Facebook and blogs and discuss how they, as individuals, use these same resources. You can get the links to their favorite blogs and Twitterers at our blog: http://mostateteachers.typepad.com/ | 6/19/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #111 - 05/18/09 | A number of bills impacting education were passed this year in Missouri. Mike Wood, MSTA lobbyist, explains what made it and what didn’t on this episode. Also, an update on the Section 218 Agreements. More information is available at: fixteacherretirement.com. | 5/18/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #110 - 05/15/09 | Looking to improve your leadership skills? Wondering what to do now that you are the CTA President? MSTA has a free (yes, free) conference to help you out. Kim Wencewicz, MSTA Field Coordinator, tells you how to sign up, when it is and what you’ll learn. Did we mention it is free? | 5/15/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #109 - 05/08/09 | Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! Executive Director Kent King talks with Todd and Gail about the importance of saying "Please" and "Thank you" as well as MSTA's efforts to say thank you to teachers. Todd also has updates from Chett Daniel at www.5k5k.org and a new member benefit for discount Hallmark greeting cards. Go to: http://Hallmark.BusinessGreetings.com. | 5/5/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #108 - 04/17/09 | The much anticipated final report of the Federal Section 218 Task Force has been released. Mike Wood joins the show to tell us what it means and how it impacts Missouri school employees. | 4/17/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #107 - 04/03/09 | Find out about the latest technology tools coming to MSTA. Matt Walker, IT Manager, joins the show to provide a sneak peak at some exciting new technology for CTA leaders. | 4/3/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #106 - 03/26/09 | Special thanks to guest Mark Rea, Instructor in the Department of Physical Education at the United States Military Academy at West Point, for talking about technology in the classroom and providing all of these great links. Major Rea’s Wetpaint Wikis: Military Movement/Gymnastics http://militarymovement.wetpaint.com/; Army Unit Fitness http://unitfitness.wetpaint.com/; Ultimate Frisbee http://companyathleticsultimate.wetpaint.com/ and Faculty Development http://markrea.wetpaint.com/. His Slideshare Presentation on Wikis and Google Docs with a podcast that focuses on education, teaching with Web 2.0 Technology and Health and Fitness: http://www.slideshare.net/MAJRea/facebook-your-homework. Other recommended wiki platforms: http://pbwiki.com/ and http://www.widispaces.com/. Some other links: Facebook for Educators: http://www.edumorphology.com/2008/11/facebook-for-educators-a-guide-for-instructors/; MIT Open courseware: http://ocw.mit.edu/OcwWeb/web/home/home/index.htm; Commoncraft Show: (easy explanations of web2.0 technologies including wikis and twitter): http://www.commoncraft.com/show; 100 Tips, Apps, and Resources for Teachers on Twitter: http://onlinecollegedegree.org/2009/03/19/100-tips-apps-and-resources-for-teachers-on-twitter/. Enjoy. | 3/26/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #105 - 03/16/09 | Thinking of graduate school? Stephens College is offering MSTA members a discount on tuition. Courses are available online. Check out the options at www.stephens.edu. The discount applies to all master’s level programs. Rachel Webb, Associate Editor, also provides a sneak peak at the upcoming edition of School and Community. Finally, do you Twitter? Todd, Gail and Rachel let you know why you should. | 3/16/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #104 - 03/05/09 | Senator Brad Lager talks to Todd and Gail about legislation to allow for a four-day school week. | 3/5/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #103 - 02/18/09 | Vera Campfield, Manager of Legal Services, joined the show to discuss Reduction in Force and what it means to our members. Todd also shared some grant opportunities through MSTF and provided an update on the Social Security Issue. Not to be outdone, Gail shared information about Bunker Hill Retreat, a unique vacation opportunity for MSTA members. More information on all of these at: www.msta.org. | 2/18/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #102 - 02/02/09 | This week on the Pulse Gail is out so Todd is joined by Krista Meyer, Political Action Manager and Melissa Lorts, Salary Consulting Manager. The group discusses the state budget and its impact on the education. In addition, Melissa talks about the 2009 salary book and the upcoming salary workshops. | 2/2/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #101 - 01/16/09 | The new legislative session has just started and Krista Meyer, MSTA Political Action Manager, brings us up to date on the latest from Jefferson City. Krista talks about the inauguration, the beginning of session and some recent news about Social Security. | 1/16/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pulse #100 - 01/09/09 | Do your New Year’s Resolutions include financial and physical fitness? Chett Daniel, Neosho 4th grade teacher, talks about his website and how you can plan for better health and wealth. Check it out at http://www.5k5k.org. Also Cindy Whitaker talks about MSTA’s new on-line personal finance course. | 1/9/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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