What Are We Really Teaching Our Students?

DESCRIPTION:What if the most important thing you teach this year isn't on your scheme of work? In this episode of Helping Teachers Thrive, Tem shares a recent conversation with a student that completely stopped her in her tracks and reminded her why teaching matters so much. As educators, we're often consumed by data, accountability, behaviour, assessments and workload. It's easy to measure grades. It's easy to measure progress. But what about the impact we have that can't be measured? The lessons students carry with them long after they've forgotten the content.If you've ever questioned whether you're making a difference, felt overwhelmed by the pressures of teaching, or wondered if your efforts are truly having an impact, this episode is for you.If you would like to enquire about trauma-informed training, please contact Tem at [email protected] or book a call: https://calendly.com/tem-helpingteachersthrive/60KEY TAKEAWAYS:One comment can completely change your perspectiveWhy some of the most important lessons aren't found in any specificationWhat students really remember about their time in schoolHow the hidden curriculum shapes future adultsWhy connection matters more than we sometimes realiseBEST MOMENTS: "When we're drowning in workload, data, marking and accountability pressures, it's really easy to forget that some of the most important things that we teach aren't even measured.""Students don't always tell us straight away. They don't always say thank you. They don't always recognise the impact we're having.""Many won't even remember the lesson we taught. They'll remember the confidence we built within them, the belief we gave them, the resilience we helped them develop, and the life lessons we taught along the way.""Sometimes all it takes is that one comment from a student to remind us why what we do really matters."VALUABLE RESOURCES:The Helping Teachers Thrive Hub: https://patreon.com/thehelpingteachersthrivehub?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkEPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/unlocking-your-impact-how-teachers-shape-lives/id1681843058?i=1000670853979ABOUT THE HOST:Since embarking on her teaching journey in 2009, Tem has been on a mission to empower students to reach their fullest potential. Specialising as a Secondary Physical Education Teacher, Tem also has experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) as a class teacher in an SEN provision. With an unwavering commitment to helping students become the best versions of themselves, Tem believes in the power of education to shape not just academic prowess, but character and resilience. Having mentored numerous teachers throughout her career, she is not only shaping young minds but also nurturing the growth of those who guide them.ABOUT THE SHOW:The podcast for teachers of many years, trainee teachers or Early Career Teachers (ECTs). Join Tem as she delves into the diverse world of teaching, offering valuable insights, tips, and advice on a variety of teaching strategies to help teachers thrive as classroom practitioners. CONNECT & CONTACT: Email: [email protected]: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtipsInstagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtipsLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tem-ezimokhai-23306a263 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.