114: Be unapologetically you. - Becky Schnekser chats with us about teaching science the way it is meant to be taught, have phalange wars with her students, and being unapologetically you.

Educator and explorer, Becky Schnekser, chats with us about teaching science the way it is meant to be taught, have phalange wars with her students, and being unapologetically you. Becky shares why you need to get connected, the fact that she has probably internet stalked you, and how we're going to change the world through the power of education. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/beckyschnekser Episode Highlights 3:05 - Talking about keeping our  energy and positivity up during the tougher times of the school year, and the support  resources in place for you. Including our private facebook group. 7:51 - Previewing the episode with Becky Schnekser 12:27 - Becky introduces herself. 14:54 - Becky's failure: Postcard exchange with students around the U.S. It flopped. Flipped it to an expedition experience  in her classroom. 20:02 - Becky's success: Thumb war with student. 28:44 - Becky's advice for teachers to be a part of the change:  You have to connect. 32:32 - 6 questions answered in 15 seconds or less. 39:00 - How to connect with Becky. Becky's Recommendations EdTech Tool:  Twitter Book: "Teach Better" by the Teach Better Team Who to Follow on Instagram: Elijah Carbajal @carbaeli (elementary education) John Mead @evo_explorer (science) Andres Ruzo @georuzo (explorer) YouTube/Podcast/Website/Blog:  ArtHub for Kids Daily/Weekly/Monthly Routine: Daily, weekly, or monthly positive communication home--choose the time frame that works for you and do it!  Best piece of advice you've ever received: Be unapologetically you Links to Connect With Becky Website: www.expeditionschnekser.com Twitter: @schnekser Facebook Page: Becky.Schnekser Instagram: @schnekser YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG4TpX6oPM3jbqrW3zJpXEA