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Legendary Educator: A Podcast for Teachers!23. Mastering Classroom Management and Empowering Teachers for Success: The Classroom FormulaIn this special episode of Legendary Educator, we delve into the heart of education with an introduction to my new book, "The Classroom Formula." Join me as I share the inspiration behind the book, its core principles, and how it aims to transform the educational landscape. Whether you’re a teacher, administrator, or someone passionate about education, this episode offers valuable insights and practical strategies to enhance your teaching experience and improve student outcomes.- Reading of Preface and Introduction of the Book- Launch Interviews where I open up about the process of writing, my inspiration, and the moment that ch...2025-04-1434 minLegendary Educator: A Podcast for Teachers!22. What I Miss About Being a TeacherExperience the bittersweet nostalgia with me as I open up about the lessons learned and cherished moments from my time as a teacher. Join Legendary Educator for a heartfelt reflection on why the role of an educator is truly one-of-a-kind. Subscribe now for more stories, insights, and inspiration from the world of education!www.legendaryeducator.com2025-04-0706 min
Legendary Educator: A Podcast for Teachers!21. (Some of) The Challenges with Modern Education - The Parents' SolutionI'd like to introduce you to The Parents' Solution Podcast, hosted by Kimberly Gawne, one of my former guests. I interviewed Kimberly on Episode 20: The Argument for Homeschooling; she shared her views on homeschooling and I opposed homeschooling, being from a traditional classroom teaching background. This time, Kimberly hosts me on her podcast and we pick up our conversation and, this time, we find more points of agreement than we thought possible! For more information about Kimberly Gawne and her program Star Students, please visit: starstudents.coTo check out The Parent's Solution Podcast, please visit: https://podcasts.apple.c...2025-03-311h 03
Legendary Educator: A Podcast for Teachers!20. The Argument for Homeschooling - with Kimberly GawneThis week's guest is Kimberly Gawne, founder of Start Students and host of the Podcast "The Parent's Solution." We discuss why she chose to leave traditional classroom teaching, her approach to homeschooling, and then have a heated debate on homeschooling!For more information about Star Students, please visit: starstudents.co (https://www.starstudents.co/) To check out The Parent's Solution Podcast, please visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-parents-solution (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-parents-solution/id1626576018) or look for it on most major streaming services. Learn more about The Classroom Formula at www.theclassroomformula.com Follow the Le...2025-03-2422 min
Legendary Educator: A Podcast for Teachers!19. An Empowering Approach to Teaching Math - with Mona IeilOn this episode, we're joined by Mona Ieil, experienced Elementary Math Teacher, professional Elementary Math Coach, and host of the @HonestMath podcast. Mrs. Ieil reveals the mysteries of how to teach elementary math even if you aren't a math person. Discover how you can develop a buzzing student led math classroom. We cover things like math identity, classroom culture, and student centered instructional practices to help you empower students to love and understanding math deeply.If you're an elementary teacher who is required to teach math but suffer from Math Trauma, this episode is a valuable resource for you...2025-03-1736 min
Legendary Educator: A Podcast for Teachers!18. Surviving the Parkland School Shooting - with Denise ReedThe Parkland Shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida was the deadliest school shooting in US history. My guest, Mrs. Denise Reed was the Assistant Principal at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida when the shooting occurred. She recalls her experience from the incident. She was witness to the school shooting in 2018 and was one of the first people on the scene. She walks us through the first moments after the shooting and how her teachers were supported due to the trauma that was experienced.*this interview was recorded live, in person and th...2025-03-1032 min
Legendary Educator: A Podcast for Teachers!17. I Don't Control Time, Time Controls Me!Tired of precious learning minutes slipping away? Discover proven strategies to maximize classroom efficiency and teach your students essential time management skills. In this video, I share my battle-tested techniques for:✅ Setting and enforcing clear time limits✅ Cultivating a culture of punctuality and focus✅ Empowering students to take ownership of their time✅ Balancing firmness with empathyWhether you're a new teacher or a seasoned pro, these practical tips will help you create a more productive classroom environment. Your students will thank you as they develop lifelong skills for success!🔔 Don't forget to subscribe for more teaching insights and classroom management hacks!Visit...2025-03-0305 min
Legendary Educator: A Podcast for Teachers!16. Identifying and Empowering Disconnected Youth in the Classroom - with Tammy VincentMy guest this week is Tammy Vincent, author of two books on how to identify and overcome challenges, especially with students with alcoholic parents. Often At-Risk students show signs of struggle that educators can see and influence, before it's too late. She is an educator and a Teen Advocate/ Disconnected Youth Coach.
We discuss her blueprint on how educators will go from helping 6 kids to 6 million+ kids every year, who are experiencing a dysfunctional home life. Mrs. Vincent empowers educators to effectively implement self-sufficiency, problem solving and interpersonal skills.
You can get in touch with Mrs. Vincent or to get...2025-02-2419 min
Legendary Educator: A Podcast for Teachers!15. Best Practices for Teaching Literacy - with Michelle RuheIn this episode, Michelle Ruhe shares the best practices for teaching reading. Tune in to learn valuable tips and strategies for promoting literacy in the classroom!Michelle Ruhe, literacy teacher, literacy coach, and founder of Coach from the Couch. Mrs. Ruhe and I have an important conversation about reading, factors that have negatively affected literacy, and some best practices for properly teaching reading skills to students. You can get in touch with Mrs. Ruhe by going to www.coachfromthecouch.com, IG @coach_fromthecouchFollow Legendary Educator on Instagram @legendaryeducator and Facebook at facebook.com/legendaryeducator.V...2025-02-1726 min
Legendary Educator: A Podcast for Teachers!14. How to Deal with Daily Stress and Burnout - with Dr. Naomi HallMy guest this week is Dr. Naomi Hall, former teacher and founder of The Recovering Educator. Dr. Hall has been through all the obstacles and hurdles that a teacher could face and uses her experience to help other educators through the stress and and burnout of being a teacher. We discuss the different reasons that cause stress and different remedies to cope. Dr. Hall gives us her 3 top remedies (or habits) to cope with daily stress!
You can get in touch with Dr. Naomi Hall by going to
www.nrhdynamic.com
FB and IG: @naomihallfiteducator
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Legendary Educator: A Podcast for Teachers!13. 30 Insights for New Teachers to Thrive - with Curt RichardsWhether you're a new teacher or an experienced one, this video is a valuable resource for you. Curt shares with us some practical tips that will help you to be an effective teacher and help your students achieve their goals. If you're looking for advice on how to be a successful teacher, then this video is for you!
On this episode, we're joined by Curt Richards, who has over 40 years of experience as a teacher. Curt shares with us some insights from his book that will help new teachers to thrive in their roles.
Curt Richards is a retired...2024-12-2334 min
Legendary Educator: A Podcast for Teachers!12. How Education is Evolving and the Effects of the Pandemic - with Dr. Nairy SimonEducation is evolving and the new teaching methods are now necessary in today’s classrooms! We also talk about the effects of the Pandemic on students, where kids had to stay home for several years, and how this has impacted their learning development.
My guest is Dr. Nairy Simon, School Principal at New Generation International Schools in Cairo Egypt. As a head of school, Dr. Nairy has the unique opportunity to peer inside all of her teacher’s classrooms to evaluate and analyze, to get a bigger, clearer picture of the status of what’s going on with teaching today. ...2024-12-1623 min
Legendary Educator: A Podcast for Teachers!11. How to Recharge During the Holidays - with Dr. Naomi HallDiscover the secrets to recharging and revitalizing during the holiday season with expert tips from Dr. Naomi Hall. From relaxing techniques to boosting your stamina, this video has everything you need to make the most of your vacation. Don't miss out - subscribe now to Legendary Educator for more valuable insights!
Dr. Naomi Hall @therecoveringeducator teaches us how to unwind, re-energize and regenerate over the holiday season! We discuss everything from how to eat, when to sleep, and how to keep a calendar, even on your days off. Dr. Naomi Hall gives us very doable tips of things to ke...2024-12-0231 min
Legendary Educator: A Podcast for Teachers!10. 3 Characteristics of a Good Teacher: The Triangle of Teaching - with Steve NealMy guest this week is Steve Neal, head of Student Life and Business teacher at St. Jude's Academy in Ontario, Canada.
Mr. Neal presents "The Triangle of Teaching" which explains how your strength outshine your weaknesses, and that it is ok not to be great at everything! Personally, I was always stressed out about my organizational skills being lacking: paperwork and administrative work was not my friend! After hearing Mr. Neal speak about the Triangle of Teaching, my mind and heart were at ease as I was confident that I had other skills that made up for my weaknesses.
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Legendary Educator: A Podcast for Teachers!8. How to Discuss the Israel-Gaza War in the ClassroomIn this video, we'll be discussing the Israel-Palestine War in a classroom setting. We'll be using discussion techniques to break the information down and make it easy for our students to understand.
If you're looking to teach your students about the Israel-Palestine War, then this is the video for you!
In this video, we'll be using discussion techniques to break down the information so that you can teach it in a way that is easy to understand. Thank you for watching!
The Israel-Palestine war has been going on for over a year, and it seems...2024-11-1812 min
Legendary Educator: A Podcast for Teachers!7. Should we Bring War into the Classroom? - with Dr. E. Scott EnglandJoin me on a journey through the eyes of a teacher as we explore the topic of war in the classroom. From the Ukraine war to the Israel-Gaza Conflict, we delve into the importance of educating young minds on historical conflicts.
My guest is Dr. E. Scott England, PhD and Assistant Professor of Education Leadership, former Elementary School Teacher, and host of the podcast Anchored in Education. We discuss the current global climate surrounding war and how to start introducing topics surround war in the classroom.
Check out the podcast Anchored in Education:
https://anchoredineducation.libsyn.com/
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Legendary Educator: A Podcast for Teachers!6. How to Teach Reluctant Students - with Gary ClaytonYour class always has one or two students who just don't seem to want to learn! The responsibility falls on you to be creative and figure out to to reach them, and teach them.
This week's guest is Gary Clayton, high school math teacher at Pompano Beach High School. He discusses his research and his most successful methods and strategies for reaching his most reluctant students.
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If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, please email ramez@lege...2024-11-0530 min
Legendary Educator: A Podcast for Teachers!5. Leveraging AI in the Classroom for Better Learning OutcomesIn this episode of Legendary Educator, we explore how teachers can harness the power of artificial intelligence to enrich their classrooms. From personalizing learning experiences to saving valuable time with AI-assisted grading, AI offers teachers new ways to engage students and simplify everyday tasks.
Join us as we cover practical tools, creative lesson ideas, ethical considerations, and ways to prepare students for an AI-driven future. Whether you’re new to AI or looking to deepen your tech toolkit, this episode is packed with actionable insights to empower both you and your students.
Listen now and di...2024-10-2809 min
Legendary Educator: A Podcast for Teachers!4. Why Music Education Matters - with Mark EvansHow important is Music Education to childhood development? Is it a fundamental part of education, or a dismissible course not worthy of the core curriculum? What is the state of music education? Is it losing popularity?
This week's guest is my former Music Teacher, Mr. Mark Evans. We discuss his experience teaching music, music education throughout the years, and why learning music is so important for the development of young minds.
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If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, please email ramez@legen...2024-10-2120 min
Legendary Educator: A Podcast for Teachers!3. How to Master Classroom Management - with Dr. Andrew ShipeClassroom Management is an essential part of a successful classroom. If you don't have proper classroom management, then no learning is taking place. In this episode of Legendary Educator, I speak with Dr. Andrew Shipe, English Literature teacher at Pompano Beach High school and recipient of Teacher of the Year award, in Florida. We discuss his successful classroom management techniques and the data-driven, positive use of consequences - and we even do some role play!
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Legendary Educator: A Podcast for Teachers!2. How To Be or Not To Be a Successful Teacher - with Isabelle SimonTeaching is hard, there's no doubt about that; some teachers succeed and thrive, and other do not. I chat with Isabelle Simon, School Director, about her experiences as an administrator; she has seen many teachers either succeed or fail. We break down the traits of a successful teacher and the reasons why some teachers call it quits.
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If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, please email ramez@legendaryeducator.com2024-10-0728 min
Legendary Educator: A Podcast for Teachers!1. How to Use PLCs to Improve Students' Learning Outcomes - with Dr. Jennifer FreelandWhat is a Professional Learning Community (PLC)? Why are they valuable to your school's culture? And how can you create one? We'll be answering all these questions on today's episode of Legendary Educator.
My guest this week is Dr. Jennifer Freeland, a heavy-weight in the field of education: former teacher, administrator, and retired Professor of Education. We discuss, define, and illustrate what is a Professional Learning Community (PLC) and the importance for every teacher to be part of one. We also discuss her time giving a PD in Cairo and how her and her team worked through their challenges...2024-09-3029 min
Legendary Educator: A Podcast for Teachers!Legendary Educator TrailerHello teachers from around the world and welcome to the Legendary Educator, the podcast that helps you improve your performance in the classroom. My name is Mr. Ramez and I’m passionate about the classroom; and if you’re as passionate as I am and striving to become a Legendary Educator, join me every Monday where we’ll be discussing different topics, tips, and skills to help you reach your teaching goals.
On every episode of this podcast, we will aim to give you at least one valuable piece of knowledge to help you excel in your teachi...2024-09-2300 min
The Parents' Solution(Some of) The Challenges With Modern EducationThis week, on The Parents' Solution, I had an in-depth conversation with Mr. Ramez Takawy. Ramez is a former high school classroom teacher, an instructional coach, and currently the host of The Legendary Educator Podcast.In the world of education, perspectives and beliefs about the best approach to schooling can often vary. Ramez and I engaged in a rather thought-provoking conversation on The Legendary Educator Podcast. Ramez, as a former high school teacher and instructional coach, took the stance that public education was better. I, as the owner of Star Students, stand with the opposite viewpoint. With this...2023-08-011h 04