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Educator Happy Hour6 insights on why JOY is a necessity for learningThis episode we talk about the research on joy: How does it improve learning? How does it influence psychological safety? Most of all, what are simple strategies any educator can use to add more joy (without compromising instruction). We'll also explore what "AF" means in the Shelby household, Chase's go-to karaoke song, and what's happening to recess time in America.Our Sponsor
Thanks as always to our sponsor, TYS Speakers. Check out the vetted list
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Chase Mielke
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...2025-03-3150 minEducator Happy HourHow to find your people (in your building and beyond)Check out the folks Ming and Chase built community with:Our TYS CommunityAlso, take a drink every time we say the word "segue"!Also also, will someone from the @Segway company reach out about this sponsorship opportunity!?
Our SponsorThanks as always to our sponsor, TYS Speakers. Check out the vetted list of top-tier speakers and PD leaders here:TYS SpeakersConnect with Your Educator Happy Hour Hosts:Chase MielkeInstagram @chasemielkeTwitter @chasemielkeEmail: chase@chasemielke.comMing Shelby...2025-03-0352 min
SEL in EDU061: The Educator's Odyssey: From Classroom Trials to Shared Triumphs with Ming Shelby and Chase MielkeHave you ever wondered how to keep the spark alive in the demanding teaching world? Join us as Ming Shelby and Chase Mielke bring their invigorating insights to our latest podcast, where we delve into the highs of novice teacher enthusiasm and navigate the treacherous terrain of potential burnout. We'll unpack what it takes to construct a "burnout immune system," celebrating those tiny yet profound moments with students that remind us why we stepped into the classroom in the first place.Our conversation turns towards the lighter side in a profession that often feels like a balancing...2024-09-0435 min
The Minimalist Educator PodcastEpisode 030: The Power of Courage in Education with Ming ShelbyWhen faced with the daunting task of guiding her non-English speaking parents through the complexities of a new country, Ming Shelby learned early on that courage isn't just an abstract concept, but a muscle we can all develop. This very lesson fuels her mission today, which she passionately shares with us, to embolden educators with the bravery to initiate tough conversations, foster authenticity, and lead with kindness in the classroom and beyond. Ming's remarkable journey, from her childhood trials to taking the stage as a TEDx speaker, reminds us all of the transformative power of courage in our lives.2024-04-0226 min