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Welcome to the Teacher RockStar Podcast, a weekly podcast hosted by Steve Hiles where tips and strategies critical to the first-year teacher are discussed. We will be sharing the latest educational research and best practices with the new teacher that I wish I had learned during my teacher preparation program.
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Wednesday Jul 31, 2024
How to Nurture the Failure of Making Mistakes Now! #193
Wednesday Jul 31, 2024
Wednesday Jul 31, 2024
In this episode, I'm going to be discussing how to nurture the failure of making mistakes. At the end of this episode, you’ll learn 9 specific strategies that you can use in your classroom to nurture mistake tolerance. One significant hurdle students’ face in their learning journey is the apprehension of making errors. However, as educators we have the power to transform this fear into a driving force, for advancement and innovation.
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Wednesday Jul 24, 2024
How to Make Project Based Learning Come Alive Now #192
Wednesday Jul 24, 2024
Wednesday Jul 24, 2024
In this episode I talk about how project-based learning can be a game changer, promoting in depth learning, critical thinking and practical problem-solving skills among students. To kick off successfully, it's vital to set a solid groundwork, clearly explain the purpose and expectations and offer continuous support. I discuss four guiding steps to help you effectively introduce PBL activities.
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Wednesday Jul 17, 2024
Strategies to Support Students with Challenging Behaviors: #191
Wednesday Jul 17, 2024
Wednesday Jul 17, 2024
In this episode, I sat down with Dr. Don Parker, to discuss strategies to support students with challenging behaviors. He discussed the importance of personalized learning plans for students with challenging behaviors, emphasizing tailored strategies like goal-setting and individualized teaching approaches. Strategies to boost student engagement included project-based learning and peer mentoring programs.
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Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
Adding Movement to Language Arts in 2024: #190
Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
In this episode, I talk about adding movement to language arts in 2024. This approach, inspired by learning principles recognizes that students often benefit from movements to reinforce their cognitive processes. By integrating movement into lessons educators can cater to learning preferences boost retention rates and spark a love for reading.
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