TL;DR: As an educator, it is important to continue learning and to always work towards improvement. Design Lessons is a podcast to help teachers learn about instructional strategies and design creative learning opportunities for students. I have been on a journey to improve, expand, and grow as a teacher and a writer. I believe it’s important to remain current in … Read More
EP69: Screens On or Screens Off?
In Episode 69 of The Staffroom Podcast, Chey and Pav talk about their experiences with virtual teaching – especially the issue of cameras being on for students. With their new “twirl” back to teaching students remotely, they, as middle school teachers, have had similar experiences with their students not wanting to turn on their cameras on for the class. The … Read More
Layering Stories into Learning
TL;DR: Stories are windows into the soul and into our experiences. Educators should intentionally create spaces for learners to share how they view the world. Embed stories into your classroom by linking a personal story to what you are saying, allowing learners to connect their own stories to a learning experience, and allow learners to share connections with peers to … Read More
EP62: Do Students Need to Meditate?
In Episode 62 of The Staffroom Podcast, Chey and Pav talk about the importance of Meditation in the classroom space, and also how they have used it in their spaces this year. They reflect on some of the reasons they have needed to embed some more mindfulness in their classes, especially this year, as it has been rather challenging. Pav discusses … Read More
EP 164 How About Them Apples with Sandra Andrews
03:20 – How do you find consulting opportunities at schools? 04:25 – The ins and outs of classroom management 09:00 – What is your teaching style? 10:35 – How and why to mitigate power struggles with students 13:35 – Unconditional respect builds great relationships 16:55 – How long is Sandra’s typical consulting arrangement? Tre’ Gammage · EP 164 How About … Read More