{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"WEP 223: Plan Like a Pirate an Interview with Dawn Harris","description":"In this 223rd episode of The Wired Educator Podcast I interview Dawn Harris about her new book, Plan Like a Pirate. I absolutely love our conversation on designing meaningful experience for students, curriculum, fitting everything needed into education, what CRT is and isn't, and most importantly how to impact the lives of students. Dawn is brilliant and this episode will inspire and enchant you to become your personal best and deliver to students. I love it and you will too. Order a copy of her book: Dawn's Book: Plan Like a Pirate: Designing Extraordinary Learning Journeys for Every Student Dawn Harris is a passionate and energetic educator who lives by the motto, \u201cRelationships First.\u201d Her enthusiasm for creating connections is infectious and she thrives on the opportunity to learn about the things that motivate and inspire teachers and students alike. In her roles as a secondary English Language Arts Educator, Gifted and Talented Teacher, and Associate Professor of Teacher Education, Dawn continually strives to bring authentic and engaging learning experiences to students of all ages. Throughout her career as an educator, Dawn has taught in urban, rural, and suburban districts meeting the needs of children from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. In addition to general ELA coursework, Dawn\u2019s classroom teaching experience also includes teaching English as a second language, creative writing, film studies, and response to intervention instruction. Dawn\u2019s professional teaching experiences have been showcased in scholarly journals and at local, regional, national, and international conferences. Prior to becoming an educator, Dawn spent more than 10 years in marketing and publishing in the private sector. This experience has given Dawn insight into the skills and knowledge students need in order to be prepared to enter into a competitive, global workforce or into college once they leave high school. This insight helps to support Dawn\u2019s work in developing veteran, novice, and pre-service teachers as they seek to educate students for tomorrow\u2019s work today. As a licensed Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development Specialist, Dawn\u2019s primary goal in all things is to support educators with planning learning that ignites curiosity and that engages and inspires students in a way that impacts their growth and achievement every single day. About Dawn's Book: How do good teachers become great? How do you create magical learning experiences your students will never forget? In Plan Like a PIRATE, you\u2019ll learn that sailing on to greatness starts with vision, intention, and design\u2014planning\u2014inside and outside of the classroom, far beyond any single lesson. This practical, comprehensive guide is packed with proven strategies for captivating students\u2019 imaginations and interest, leading readers through what it takes to engage and nurture learners with rigorous, equitable differentiated lessons. Designed to launch readers on a journey from \u201cseeing it\u201d to \u201cbeing it\u201d\u2014and all points in between\u2014Plan Like a PIRATE shows teachers how to harness their passion to create and implement innovative, relevant, student-centered learning opportunities and to  build a detailed, intentional, future-focused plan to attain their dream career. This book will help educators deepen the impact of their teaching practice and power up their professionalism, allowing them to chart a course for themselves and their students to a better, more equitable world. Endorsements \u201cGet ready to set sail for an incredible adventure with Dawn Harris!\u201d \u2014Tisha Richmond, student engagement specialist, PD specialist, and author of Make Learning Magical  \u201cA master teacher herself, Dawn Harris shares stories from the trenches and weaves in practical strategies and frameworks to help make learning accessible and meaningful for students. This is a must-read for all educators!\u201d \u2014Jill Siler, EdD, deputy executive director, Texas Association of School Administrators, and author of Thrive Through the Five: Practical Truths to Powerfully Lead Through Challenging Times   Topics Antiracism Education Cultivating Belonging at School Essential 8 Framework Gifted Education Teacher Evaluation Process Professional Learning Networks   Links   Dawn's Book: Plan Like a Pirate: Designing Extraordinary Learning Journeys for Every Student Website: www.educationundone.com Twitter: @DHarrisEdS Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/dharriseds\/ Facebook: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/dawnmharris\/ Linkedin: https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/dawnmharrris\/ Other: Education Undone Educator Network (Facebook Group) ------------------------------------------------------------ If you like what you\u2019ve heard, please share-out with our friends on social media and tag me. 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