Teachers are miracle workers and we’re here to celebrate that! This episode hands the mic over to six teachers to tell their stories…

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To Teach Poetry [S1 E5&6]

We think teaching poetry is so valuable that we have two episodes in a row dedicated to helping you embrace your vulnerability and tackle poetry in the classroom.

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To Teach from Home [S1 E4]

eLearning showed up out of nowhere, but we’re learning how to navigate. Here are some reflections on the first few weeks.

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To Be a Teacher [S1 E3]

Our teaching journeys are all different. Some of us come right up out of the womb into teaching and others of us get to this profession from a bumpy, unconventional road.

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To Be Brave [S1 E1]

Bravery. It’s something that all teachers need in the classroom, whether it’s facing hundreds of teenagers every day or questioning something that you’re supposed to teach with an administrator.

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To Try New Things [S1 E2]

Trying new ideas can be as revolutionary as digital learning or as simple as a tiny, daily mindset shift.

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New (life) Skills BINGO: A Challenge for Students

A digital, interactive BINGO board connecting teenagers to life skills using YouTube playlists.

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Helping Students Learn How to "Work From Home"

When Marie and I sat down to talk about our own students and the situation we are facing, one thing was clear: the students need our HELP with how to navigate LIFE.

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The Birth of a Podcast

Welcome to Brave New Teaching. Here’s the story of how Amanda & Marie met and how this legendary podcast was born.

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