Educator University
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Welcome, I'm Annie and I'm so glad you are here!
🎓 Educator University features interviews that support and empower teachers. Hear from educators, experts, and inspiring voices to fuel your teacher life, both in and out of the classroom.
New episodes every Monday :)
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The show focuses on critical themes relevant to educators, including teacher burnout, AI integration in classrooms, and career transitions. Episodes like 'This Is What Burnout Looks Like (From a Therapist!)' and 'AI in Education? Here’s What Teachers Need to Know (From a Real Engineer)' exemplify the show's goal of providing actionable insights and real-world applications for teachers.
Welcome, I’m Annie and I’m so glad you are here!
🎓 Educator University features interviews that support and empower teachers. Hear from educators, experts, and inspiring voices to fuel your teacher life, both in and out of the classroom.
New episodes every Monday :)
Annie sits down with Emily Cadiz, a former classroom teacher, musician, and founder of Prelude Early Learning, to explore how a classroom injury that left her unable to speak reshaped her understanding of how children learn language and literacy.
To connect with Emily, visit:
https://www.preludeearlylearning.com
Emily shares how teachers can use music, storytelling, and creativity to support student learning, foster engagement, and build literacy skills. This episode covers practical strategies, breakthrough teaching insights, and lessons every educator can apply—no matter the grade level or subject.
🎯 What You’ll Learn:
How music supports language and cognitive development 🎵
Why early literacy should focus on language before script 📖
How to make screen time active and student-centered 📱
Why storytelling improves retention and learning 🐉
How to engage multiple parts of the brain without burnout 🧠
Lessons from Emily’s journey that apply to any classroom 🌱
Chapters:
(00:11) Why Music Helps Kids Learn
(05:51) The Injury That Changed Everything
(11:36) Relearning Speech & Literacy Lessons
(18:14) From Teacher to Founder
(20:27) Music as a Learning Tool
(28:52) Making Learning Joyful & Engaging
(33:57) Emily’s Advice for Teachers
Packed with practical guidance and inspiration, this episode helps teachers rethink literacy instruction, connect with students in new ways, and use creativity, storytelling, and music as powerful learning tools.
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