289. Embracing Imperfection in Teaching
Stellar Teacher Podcast: A Podcast for Upper Elementary Teachers · Sara Marye, Literacy Teacher, Elementary Teacher
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Show Notes
In this episode of the Stellar Teacher Podcast, Emily and Tami discuss the pressures teachers face to make every lesson extraordinary.
They explore the impact of social media on teacher expectations, the importance of setting realistic reading goals, and the value of establishing routines in the classroom.
The conversation emphasizes that not every lesson needs to be perfect, and that building relationships with students is more important than delivering flawless lessons.
Key Takeaways:
- Not every lesson needs to be amazing.
- Social media creates unrealistic expectations for teachers.
- Teaching is a marathon, not a sprint.
- Focus on one key element in lesson planning.
- Routines help free up mental space for both teachers and students.
- Learning is cumulative; students will revisit concepts.
- It's about how you make students feel in the classroom.
- Set a timer to combat perfectionism in planning.
- Games can be integrated into routines for engagement.
- Teachers are doing an amazing job despite challenges.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and
03:38 Setting Reading Goals
04:39 The Pressure of Perfection in Teaching
06:47 Advice for Moving Away from Perfectionism
09:34 The Importance of Routines
12:39 Engagement Strategies in the Classroom
14:02 Lesson Delivery and Student Learning
16:13 Final Thoughts and Encouragement for Teachers
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