Ep 105 3 bad habits that kill student engagement
In this episode, I discuss three bad habits that are killing student engagement in the classroom and provide strategies for educators to improve learning experiences. I look at ways to talk less, be more engaging, and be more flexible and relatable....
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Ep 104 8 Uncomfortable Truths About Quitting Teaching
In today's episode, I'm discussing the pros and cons of quitting mid-year so that you can make an informed decision about whether or not to leave your job. I talk about the benefits of continuing to work through the end of the semester,...
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Ep 103 3 Activities to Do Before Any Test To Help Students Succeed
It’s that time of the year again – finals are quickly approaching and you have a limited amount of time to make sure your students are prepared. Preparing for any test can be an overwhelming task, but with the right strategies in place,...
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Ep 102 Why you’re not using state standards the right way
With the amount of pressure and things on their to-do list, many new teachers struggle with planning effective lessons. And while they probably have knowledge of their state standards, they’re not using them fully to their advantage. In today’s episode, I not only...
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Ep 101 Planning a lesson that ensures student learning
So you’ve survived the first couple of months of school (or maybe you were just thrown in), and you’re figuring out what you need to teach. If you’re lucky, you’ve been handed a curriculum, but that doesn’t mean you know where to start....
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I'm your host, Kim Lepre
The Teachers Need Teachers Podcast is here to help beginning teachers ditch the overwhelm and anxiety of teaching. Get ready to feel capable and control of your teaching without giving up your evenings and weekends!
Ep 106 No-brainer hacks for effectively teaching a lesson
In this video, I cover how to deliver effective lessons in the classroom. It covers how to explain concepts in a way that students understand, use lectures, have students read a text, watch a video, or solve a problem. If you've been struggling...
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