Summary
In this conversation, Ken Ehrmann and Gary Whitehead discuss the changes in high school English education, including the impact of technology and online teaching. They also explore the influence of being a poet on teaching and the importance of analyzing poetry with students. Gary shares his experience as the advisor of the school newspaper, discussing its history and transformation, as well as the integration of media platforms in the journalism class. They also touch on the influence of the journalism class on students' future career paths. In this conversation, Gary Whitehead discusses his experiences as a teacher and his impact on his students. He shares how he inspires passion and mentorship, explores different paths for students, and balances teaching with his writing. Gary also provides financial advice for teachers, emphasizes the importance of self-preservation and mental health, and discusses the role of creativity and innovation in teaching. He concludes by sharing ways to continue learning alongside him.
Takeaways
Technology has significantly changed high school English education, with the Internet and online teaching becoming more prevalent.
Being a poet can positively impact teaching, as it allows for sharing personal experiences and a deeper understanding of language and literature.
Analyzing poetry requires attention and multiple readings, but it can be a powerful form of writing to teach and learn.
School newspapers provide authentic opportunities for students to explore journalism and media and can have a lasting impact on their future career paths. Teachers can inspire students by providing opportunities for them to become passionate about something and by listening to and guiding them.
Taking a creative writing class can enrich students' lives, even if they pursue other careers.
Self-preservation and taking care of one's mental health are essential for teachers.
Creativity is vital in being an effective teacher and can help keep learning enjoyable for both students and teachers.
Teachers should start investing in retirement plans, such as a 403B, as early as possible.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Upload
00:46 Introducing Gary Whitehead
02:04 Changes in High School English
06:17 Teaching Online
08:30 Adapting to Technology in Education
10:28 Benefits and Challenges of Online Learning
13:33 Influence of Online Teaching on Face-to-Face Instruction
19:41 Impact of Being a Poet on Teaching
25:01 Analyzing Poetry with Students
35:05 The History and Transformation of the School Newspaper
40:24 Integration of Media Platforms in Journalism Class
45:34 Influence of Journalism Class on Students' Future Paths
47:24 Inspiring Passion and Mentorship
49:13 Exploring Different Paths
51:15 Balancing Teaching and Writing
54:35 Making Learning Fun and Purposeful
55:01 Financial Advice for Teachers
57:33 Self-Preservation and Mental Health
59:23 Fostering Creativity and Innovation
01:01:57 Continuing to Learn with Gary
Website: https://www.garyjwhitehead.com/
Instagram: @gwhiteheadgeoy
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