We're taking a break from teacher talk today and having a little bit of fun with our first "Recess" episode. Join us as we play around with a cootie catcher and talk about all sorts of interesting things not related to school or the classroom. Let us know what you think!E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at realteaching101@gmail.com. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101.Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/ and https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix

We're taking a break from teacher talk today and having a little bit of fun with our first "Recess" episode. Join us as we play around with a cootie catcher and talk about all sorts of interesting things not related to school or the classroom. Let us know what you think! E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at <a href="mailto:realteaching101@gmail.com">realteaching101@gmail.com</a>. Follow them on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a> and on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a>. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at <a href="https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/</a> and <a href="https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix</a>

Time for Recess!

Ever feel like you're "shoulding" yourself when it comes to teaching? We've been there! On this episode, Meagan and Lauren talk about what teacher guilt looks like and feels like, and ways you can deal with it. E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at realteaching101@gmail.com. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101.Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/ and https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix

Ever feel like you're "shoulding" yourself when it comes to teaching? We've been there! On this episode, Meagan and Lauren talk about what teacher guilt looks like and feels like, and ways you can deal with it. E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at <a href="mailto:realteaching101@gmail.com">realteaching101@gmail.com</a>. Follow them on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a> and on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a>. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at <a href="https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/</a> and <a href="https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix</a>

Dealing with Teacher Guilt

Grades communicate information to a variety of different people, but do they really matter? On this episode, we talk about how our education system ended up with letter grades and the way current grading practices impact teachers and students. E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at realteaching101@gmail.com. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101.Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/ and https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix

Grades communicate information to a variety of different people, but do they really matter? On this episode, we talk about how our education system ended up with letter grades and the way current grading practices impact teachers and students. E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at <a href="mailto:realteaching101@gmail.com">realteaching101@gmail.com</a>. Follow them on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a> and on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a>. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at <a href="https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/</a> and <a href="https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix</a>

Grades are the Equivalent of "How Much Do You Weigh?"

Summer is almost here! Since we are teacher advocates, we want to encourage you to read books you want to read over summer. This week on our prep period episode, we give you some "classy and trashy" book recommendations to help fill your cup as you rest and relax over summer. We'd love to hear from you about what you're reading, so hit us up on the socials!E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at realteaching101@gmail.com. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101.Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/ and https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix

Summer is almost here! Since we are teacher advocates, we want to encourage you to read books you want to read over summer. This week on our prep period episode, we give you some "classy and trashy" book recommendations to help fill your cup as you rest and relax over summer. We'd love to hear from you about what you're reading, so hit us up on the socials! E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at <a href="mailto:realteaching101@gmail.com">realteaching101@gmail.com</a>. Follow them on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a> and on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a>. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at <a href="https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/</a> and <a href="https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix</a>

Summer Reading Books Teachers Might Actually Want to Read (Prep Period)

In this special episode of Real Teaching 101, Meagan interviews personal financing badass and LinkedIn rockstar, Alexis Fernandez. Listen to learn why you should protect your physical AND financial health and learn all about asset building. Yes, teachers have assets too! Ally is a former teacher who shares her story about branching out into a whole new industry. She shares those important teacher skills that made that transition possible. The ladies also dive into the importance of having your own narrative, personal branding, authenticity and how and why you should build your network on LinkedIn. Please subscribe, rate, and review on all the things! E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at realteaching101@gmail.com. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101.Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/ and https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix

In this special episode of Real Teaching 101, Meagan interviews personal financing badass and LinkedIn rockstar, Alexis Fernandez. Listen to learn why you should protect your physical AND financial health and learn all about asset building. Yes, teachers have assets too! Ally is a former teacher who shares her story about branching out into a whole new industry. She shares those important teacher skills that made that transition possible. The ladies also dive into the importance of having your own narrative, personal branding, authenticity and how and why you should build your network on LinkedIn. Please subscribe, rate, and review on all the things! E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at <a href="mailto:realteaching101@gmail.com">realteaching101@gmail.com</a>. Follow them on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a> and on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a>. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at <a href="https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/</a> and <a href="https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix</a>

Personal Finance for Teachers with Alexis Fernandez

We want our students to be critical thinkers, collaborators, and have good social skills. Sure, we can develop lessons and ask good questions to develop these skills or....we could infuse play into the classroom. On this episode, we talk about how important play is for pretty much everyone, and how you can add play into your classroom.E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at realteaching101@gmail.com. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101.Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/ and https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix

We want our students to be critical thinkers, collaborators, and have good social skills. Sure, we can develop lessons and ask good questions to develop these skills or....we could infuse play into the classroom. On this episode, we talk about how important play is for pretty much everyone, and how you can add play into your classroom. E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at <a href="mailto:realteaching101@gmail.com">realteaching101@gmail.com</a>. Follow them on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a> and on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a>. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at <a href="https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/</a> and <a href="https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix</a>

Importance of Play

It's a tumultuous time in education, and there's legislation out there that can affect teachers and their marginalized students. Join the ladies of Ambitious Ed for this important episode that talks about some of the legislation that's being proposed and what it means for teachers and students.E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at realteaching101@gmail.com. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101.Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/ and https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix

It's a tumultuous time in education, and there's legislation out there that can affect teachers and their marginalized students. Join the ladies of Ambitious Ed for this important episode that talks about some of the legislation that's being proposed and what it means for teachers and students. E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at <a href="mailto:realteaching101@gmail.com">realteaching101@gmail.com</a>. Follow them on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a> and on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a>. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at <a href="https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/</a> and <a href="https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix</a>

Classroom Legislation

We're taking a reflective look on this podcast. Today we're talking about our teaching practice, and what we've learned about what good teachers do best. Hear us chat about the best advice we've ever received as well as the advice we'd give any teacher.  Tell us about your advice by reaching out to us on  email realteaching101@gmail.com, Instagram @realteaching101, and on Twitter @realteaching101.Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/ and https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix

We're taking a reflective look on this podcast. Today we're talking about our teaching practice, and what we've learned about what good teachers do best. Hear us chat about the best advice we've ever received as well as the advice we'd give any teacher.  Tell us about your advice by reaching out to us on  email <a href="mailto:realteaching101@gmail.com">realteaching101@gmail.com</a>, Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a>, and on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a>. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at <a href="https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/</a> and <a href="https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix</a>

The Best Advice We've Ever Received or Given (Prep Period)

One of the lessons we've learned the hard is why you need to preview things before you show them to your class. In this short episode, we share our funny stories about how not doing so led to some interesting situations.E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at realteaching101@gmail.com. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101.Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/ and https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix

One of the lessons we've learned the hard is why you need to preview things before you show them to your class. In this short episode, we share our funny stories about how not doing so led to some interesting situations. E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at <a href="mailto:realteaching101@gmail.com">realteaching101@gmail.com</a>. Follow them on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a> and on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a>. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at <a href="https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/</a> and <a href="https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix</a>

Why You Should Preview The YouTube Video Before Showing It (Prep Period)

Schools are workplaces, and just like many other workplaces out there, they can be toxic environments. On this week's episode, the ladies of Ambitious Ed sit down to discuss their toxic experiences, what that looks like for teachers, and how you can manage your workplace. E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at realteaching101@gmail.com. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101.Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/ and https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix

Schools are workplaces, and just like many other workplaces out there, they can be toxic environments. On this week's episode, the ladies of Ambitious Ed sit down to discuss their toxic experiences, what that looks like for teachers, and how you can manage your workplace. E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at <a href="mailto:realteaching101@gmail.com">realteaching101@gmail.com</a>. Follow them on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a> and on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a>. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at <a href="https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/</a> and <a href="https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix</a>

Toxic Work Environment and Teachers

Real Teaching 101 is everything your teacher prep program didn't prepare you for. We're Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey, three teacher advocates who have been where you are and know what you're going through. We believe that teachers are as important to education as the curriculum, and our goal is to support you as a teacher and a person. Listen every two weeks to hear us talk all things teaching and use our our Anti-PD tips to help you help yourself. If you're a current teacher, former teacher, soon-to-be teacher, or someone who works with teachers, this is the podcast for you. Hear us talk teaching with humor, honesty, and compassion. This is Real Teaching 101. Connect with us on Instagram and Twitter @realteaching101 or e-mail us at realteaching101@gmail.com

In this mini-episode, the ladies of Ambitious Ed are bringing a light hearted take to Real Teaching 101 and talking about their favorite representations of teachers in the media. This episode is short and sweet, perfect for listening to while doing photocopies or making a cup of coffee on your prep period.E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at realteaching101@gmail.com. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101.Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/ and https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix

In this mini-episode, the ladies of Ambitious Ed are bringing a light hearted take to Real Teaching 101 and talking about their favorite representations of teachers in the media. This episode is short and sweet, perfect for listening to while doing photocopies or making a cup of coffee on your prep period. E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at <a href="mailto:realteaching101@gmail.com">realteaching101@gmail.com</a>. Follow them on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a> and on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a>. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at <a href="https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/</a> and <a href="https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix</a>

Our Favorite Movie and TV Teachers (Prep Period)

This week, we're touching on some of the current issues that are happening due to the Omicron variant. How are teachers dealing with staffing shortages and what does this mean for the education system as a whole? E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at realteaching101@gmail.com. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101.Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/ and https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix

This week, we're touching on some of the current issues that are happening due to the Omicron variant. How are teachers dealing with staffing shortages and what does this mean for the education system as a whole? E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at <a href="mailto:realteaching101@gmail.com">realteaching101@gmail.com</a>. Follow them on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a> and on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a>. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at <a href="https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/</a> and <a href="https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix</a>

Staffing Issues and Omicron

Growth mindset is one of those educational buzzwords. But do you really know what it means? Today Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey talk about using growth mindset in teaching and how those things can help your students (and you), both inside and outside the classroom. Listen at the end for three tips you can use to help implement more of a growth mindset lifestyle. Use this quiz from Big Life Journal or this one developed by researcher Carol Dweck to understand your own growth mindset. Interested in a way to share growth mindset with your students? Check out  the growth mindset episode of Cafeteria Confidence, Meagan and Lauren's other podcast for teens, tween and the people who love them (and while you're there, check out all their other episodes, too). E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at realteaching101@gmail.com. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101.Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes. You can find his music at https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/ and https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix

Growth mindset is one of those educational buzzwords. But do you really know what it means? Today Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey talk about using growth mindset in teaching and how those things can help your students (and you), both inside and outside the classroom. Listen at the end for three tips you can use to help implement more of a growth mindset lifestyle.  Use <a href="https://biglifejournal.com/blogs/blog/fixed-mindset-vs-growth-mindset-quiz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this quiz from Big Life Journal</a> or <a href="https://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/administrative/women/mindset-quiz.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this one developed by researcher Carol Dweck</a> to understand your own growth mindset. Interested in a way to share growth mindset with your students? Check out  the <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growth-mindset/id1555859069?i=1000541328120" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">growth mindset episode</a> of <a href="https://www.ambitioused.com/cafeteria-confidence" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cafeteria Confidence</a>, Meagan and Lauren's other podcast for teens, tween and the people who love them (and while you're there, check out all their other episodes, too). E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at <a href="mailto:realteaching101@gmail.com">realteaching101@gmail.com</a>. Follow them on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a> and on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a>. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes. You can find his music at <a href="https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/</a> and <a href="https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-m</a>ix

Growth Mindset for Students and Teachers

Happy New Year, teacher friends! We know a lot of you were thrown for a loop at the end of winter break and that many of you are transitioning from expecting to be in person to a temporary remote or hybrid situation. That's why we wanted to take this opportunity to remind you to take care of you and put the SEL in self care. In this episode we talk about the emotions many teachers are feeling and how to manage them. Listen at the end for our special type of professional development, three Anti-PD tips you can take with you to help you put yourSELf first.Wondering if teaching is the right career for you? Check out Teacher Career Coach for a free quiz and other resources. Use the code RealTeaching101 for a discount on the TCC course!E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at realteaching101@gmail.com. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101.Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/ and https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix

Happy New Year, teacher friends! We know a lot of you were thrown for a loop at the end of winter break and that many of you are transitioning from expecting to be in person to a temporary remote or hybrid situation. That's why we wanted to take this opportunity to remind you to take care of you and put the SEL in self care. In this episode we talk about the emotions many teachers are feeling and how to manage them. Listen at the end for our special type of professional development, three Anti-PD tips you can take with you to help you put yourSELf first.Wondering if teaching is the right career for you? Check out <a href="https://teachercareercoach.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Teacher Career Coach</a> for a free quiz and other resources. Use the code RealTeaching101 for a discount on the TCC course!E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at <a href="mailto:realteaching101@gmail.com">realteaching101@gmail.com</a>. Follow them on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a> and on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a>.Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at <a href="https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/</a> and <a href="https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix</a>

Putting the SEL in Self Care (Rerelease)

Welcome to our first mini episode, or as we like to call them, prep periods! Today Meagan and Lauren chat about some ideas you can use to grade more meaningfully. We'll be back soon with a full episode! E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at realteaching101@gmail.com. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101.Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/ and https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix

Welcome to our first mini episode, or as we like to call them, prep periods! Today Meagan and Lauren chat about some ideas you can use to grade more meaningfully. We'll be back soon with a full episode! E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at <a href="mailto:realteaching101@gmail.com">realteaching101@gmail.com</a>. Follow them on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a> and on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a>. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at <a href="https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/</a> and <a href="https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix</a>

Grading (Prep Period)

We've all heard the news reports about the shortage of teachers in the classroom. But surprisingly, this isn't new. Join Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey as they talk about historical shortages and what today's teachers can do to help themselves if they're feeling overwhelmed. Also, after listening to the episode, reach out on Instagram (@realteaching101) or Twitter (@realteaching101) to tell us which you'd choose: welcome party, husband, or orchid.E-mail us at realteaching101@gmail.com with any of your teacher shortage stories or if you have any ideas on how to help your fellow teachers in the field.Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/ and https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix

We've all heard the news reports about the shortage of teachers in the classroom. But surprisingly, this isn't new. Join Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey as they talk about historical shortages and what today's teachers can do to help themselves if they're feeling overwhelmed. Also, after listening to the episode, reach out on Instagram (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a>) or Twitter (<a href="https://twitter.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a>) to tell us which you'd choose: welcome party, husband, or orchid. E-mail us at <a href="mailto:realteaching101@gmail.com">realteaching101@gmail.com</a> with any of your teacher shortage stories or if you have any ideas on how to help your fellow teachers in the field. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at <a href="https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/</a> and <a href="https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix</a>

The Truth About the Teacher Shortage

Daphne Williams

We know the holiday vacations are here, and in the teaching world that usually means it's time to start, ramp up, or consider a job search. That's why we're rereleasing our episode with Daphne Williams, the Teacher Career Coach. If you are tired, burnt out, or unsure of your teaching career, know that we've been there, and Daphne has too. Daphne is a former who has created the support system she wished she had when she was completely burned out in the classroom and looking for her next step. Listen to her story and her tips to help you think about resumes and transferrable skills, whether you're considering leaving the classroom or staying. For the career quiz, a few of Daphne's favorite blogs, and to get 20% off the TCC course, use the Real Teaching 101 affiliate link with RealTeaching as your coupon code.Follow Daphne on Instagram @TeacherCareerCoach or on Facebook at Teacher Career Coach. E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at realteaching101@gmail.com. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101.Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, You can find his music at https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/ and https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix

We know the holiday vacations are here, and in the teaching world that usually means it's time to start, ramp up, or consider a job search. That's why we're rereleasing our episode with Daphne Williams, the Teacher Career Coach. If you are tired, burnt out, or unsure of your teaching career, know that we've been there, and Daphne has too. Daphne is a former who has created the support system she wished she had when she was completely burned out in the classroom and looking for her next step. Listen to her story and her tips to help you think about resumes and transferrable skills, whether you're considering leaving the classroom or staying. For the career quiz, a few of Daphne's favorite blogs, and to get 20% off the TCC course, use the Real Teaching 101 <a href="https://teachercareercoach.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">affiliate link</a> with RealTeaching as your coupon code. Follow Daphne on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/teachercareercoach" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@TeacherCareerCoach</a> or on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/teachercareercoach/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook at Teacher Career Coach</a>. E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at <a href="mailto:realteaching101@gmail.com">realteaching101@gmail.com</a>. Follow them on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a> and on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a>. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, You can find his music at <a href="https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/</a> and <a href="https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix</a>

Leaving the Classroom with Teacher Career Coach Daphne Williams (Rerelease)

Social media plays a major role in the lives of today's students beyond just likes and comments...whether we like it or not. This week, the ladies of Ambitious Ed talk to pros and cons of social media, the importance of enforcing boundaries, and social media "challenges" that have been circulating recently. E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at realteaching101@gmail.com. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101.Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/ and https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix

Social media plays a major role in the lives of today's students beyond just likes and comments...whether we like it or not. This week, the ladies of Ambitious Ed talk to pros and cons of social media, the importance of enforcing boundaries, and social media "challenges" that have been circulating recently. E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at <a href="mailto:realteaching101@gmail.com">realteaching101@gmail.com</a>. Follow them on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a> and on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a>. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at <a href="https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/</a> and <a href="https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix</a>

Students and Social Media

Komal Shah

This week we are talking about consciousness in education. What the heck is that you might be wondering? Well, it’s sort of like social-emotional learning but it’s so much more. It’s a way of being who we are and knowing what has let us to be that, it's awareness without judgement, and noticing what’s around us. In order to dive into this topic, Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey are joined by a special guest, Komal Shah. Komal is a former educator who has recently published a book called “Raise Your Hand: A Call for Consciousness in Education” which is out now. Be sure to stay tuned through the end for our Anti-PD tips that will help you establish consciousness and mindfulness for yourself and your students.Wondering if teaching is the right career for you? Check out Teacher Career Coach for a free quiz and other resources. Use the code RealTeaching101 for a discount on the TCC course!E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at realteaching101@gmail.com. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101.Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/ and https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix

This week we are talking about consciousness in education. What the heck is that you might be wondering? Well, it’s sort of like social-emotional learning but it’s so much more. It’s a way of being who we are and knowing what has let us to be that, it's awareness without judgement, and noticing what’s around us. In order to dive into this topic, Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey are joined by a special guest, Komal Shah. Komal is a former educator who has recently published a book called “<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Raise-Your-Hand-Consciousness-Education-ebook/dp/B09FNT6B45/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&amp;keywords=raise+your+hand+komal+shah&amp;qid=1634006724&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Raise Your Hand: A Call for Consciousness in Education</a>” which is out now. Be sure to stay tuned through the end for our Anti-PD tips that will help you establish consciousness and mindfulness for yourself and your students. Wondering if teaching is the right career for you? Check out <a href="https://teachercareercoach.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Teacher Career Coach</a> for a free quiz and other resources. Use the code RealTeaching101 for a discount on the TCC course! E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at <a href="mailto:realteaching101@gmail.com">realteaching101@gmail.com</a>. Follow them on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a> and on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a>. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at <a href="https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/</a> and <a href="https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix</a>

Mindfulness in the Classroom with Komal Shah

One of the age-old education questions: what is the role of homework and does it help students learn? The ladies of Ambitious Ed have a ton of experience with assigning, collecting,  grading and (most importantly) rethinking the role of homework. Listen at the end to three tips you can take with you into your everyday teacher life to help you do the same!Wondering if teaching is the right career for you? Check out Teacher Career Coach for a free quiz and other resources. Use the code RealTeaching101 for a discount on the TCC course!E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at realteaching101@gmail.com. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101.Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/ and https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix

One of the age-old education questions: what is the role of homework and does it help students learn? The ladies of Ambitious Ed have a ton of experience with assigning, collecting,  grading and (most importantly) rethinking the role of homework. Listen at the end to three tips you can take with you into your everyday teacher life to help you do the same! Wondering if teaching is the right career for you? Check out <a href="https://teachercareercoach.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Teacher Career Coach</a> for a free quiz and other resources. Use the code RealTeaching101 for a discount on the TCC course! E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at <a href="mailto:realteaching101@gmail.com">realteaching101@gmail.com</a>. Follow them on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a> and on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/realteaching101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@realteaching101</a>. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at <a href="https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/</a> and <a href="https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/media-music-mix</a>

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