024: The Teacher As Negotiator

In reaction to the events of this week, Melissa starts this episode with her thoughts on teachers talking about horrible events with our students. Then Melissa jumps into her planned episode about the parallels between teaching and negotiating. She shares related clips from past The Teacher As...interviews, as well as two negotiating techniques straight from FBI hostage negotiator, Chris Voss. Three books are highlighted with specific sections shared related to educators building rapport and gaining trust.Major Choice is a career mentorship program for students with and without disabilities. The program emphasizes personalized mentorship, self-exploration, and career exploration, aiming to help students find fulfilling careers. Educators and professionals are encouraged to become mentors or volunteers. https://www.majorchoice.com/home-page5pdqllzu62926234 Check out Drama Notebook: https://www.dramanotebook.com/