"Hello and welcome back to Teaching with Valor, the podcast that supports educators in becoming the very best they can be by building skills and insights one day, one lesson at a time. I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today we’re diving into an issue that just about every teacher, from the newbie to the veteran, faces: How do I balance the demands of teaching with ongoing learning?
Teaching isn’t just about showing up each day and presenting material; it’s about constant growth, adapting to new ideas, and refining your practice. But here’s the catch: with grading, lesson planning, managing the classroom, and meeting with parents, it can feel impossible to find time for your own learning. And yet, that learning—whether it’s a new teaching strategy, a fresh perspective, or an innovative technology—keeps us passionate and effective.
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