243. Creating Competition, Teaching AP, and 18 Preps With Brennan Koch of Stoich Decks

Some teachers just have a way of making you rethink how you approach your classroom, and today's guest definitely does that. With 25 years of experience in the classroom, Brennan Koch shares practical strategies for creating a culture of striving, teaching AP science, simplifying lab grading, and using games to deepen student learning. I left this conversation feeling inspired, and I think you will too!

After listening, you can head here to check out Brennan's games (use code ROCKET for 20% off!) and grab Reaction Time, a free print & play game.

Show Notes: https://itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com/episode243

Resources Mentioned:

• Brennan’s website (use code ROCKET for 20% off games!)
• Contact Brennan at stoichdecks@gmail.com. 
• Download your FREE Classroom Reset Challenge.
• Take the Free Labs When Limited virtual PD course
• Send me a DM on Instagram: @its.not.rocket.science
• Send me an email: rebecca@itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com  
• Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts.
• Follow, rate, and comment on Spotify.

Related Episodes:

• Episode 137, Work/Life Balance as a Mom and AP Teacher with Guest Kimberly Leary
• Episode 142, Reflections From a First-Year AP Teacher with Guest Laura Tice
• Episode 213, Everything You Need to Know About Teaching AP Biology with Tiffany of AP Bio Penguins
• Episode 236, Teaching AP Science for the First Time? 6 Tips for Success

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