Fearless Schools Podcast
Fearless Schools Podcast
Podcast Description
The Fearless Schools Podcast aims to address the timeliest challenges from education based on the research and writings of Dr. Douglas Reeves and his colleagues at Creative Leadership Solutions. We will discuss and tackle timely topics from the field.
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The podcast explores themes such as psychological safety, grading reform, and student success, with episodes including discussions on creating psychological safety in classrooms and tackling grading issues in the new academic year, aiming to provide actionable strategies for educators.
The Fearless Schools Podcast aims to address the timeliest challenges from education based on the research and writings of Dr. Douglas Reeves and his colleagues at Creative Leadership Solutions. We will discuss and tackle timely topics from the field.
In this episode of the Fearless Schools Podcast, we welcome Katie Powell, a passionate advocate for middle school education. We discuss Katie’s journey from a curious student to a dedicated educator, her insights on engaging students through creative teaching strategies, and the importance of emotional safety in the classroom. Katie shares her experiences that influenced her book, Boredom Busters, and she also examines the need for differentiation among educators, and the role of school leaders in supporting teachers. The conversation emphasizes the significance of seeing students (particularly middle school students) as individuals and investing in their emotional and academic growth. Takeaways
- Differentiation is crucial not only for students but also for educators.
- School leaders must support teachers in their unique teaching styles.
- Emotional safety is essential for effective learning in middle school.
- Adolescents face unique challenges that require sensitivity from educators.
- Teaching is an art that requires creativity and flexibility.
- Investing in students today pays dividends for their future.
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