The Inspirational Educators Podcast

Want to take your lessons from meh to memorable? In this episode, I'm sharing 10 powerful and practical activities that will instantly boost engagement in any classroom—no matter what subject or grade level you teach. These strategies are easy to plan, adaptable to any topic, and guaranteed to spark curiosity, creativity, and participation from your students.Whether you're teaching tomorrow or planning ahead, you'll walk away with fresh ideas you can use immediately—plus a free download packed with done-for-you templates, teaching tips, and AI prompts to save you time and energy.🎁 Grab your free Engaging Activities Packet at: www.nancymikhail.com/engageBook your next hands-on, interactive educational workshop with NMEDU! Visit www.nancymikhail.com or email [email protected] to book today!Follow for daily tips and strategies:Instagram: nancymikhaileduFacebook: nancymikhaileduTikTok: ⁠nancymikhail.edu⁠[email protected]

These 4 things I wish I knew as a new teacher could be a GAME changer for your class! I address students well-being, classwork and creativity in this video.Book your next hands-on, interactive educational workshop with NMEDU! Visit www.nancymikhail.com or email [email protected] to book today!Follow for daily tips and strategies:Instagram: nancymikhaileduFacebook: nancymikhaileduTikTok: ⁠nancymikhail.edu⁠[email protected]

Why is it so important to take time to create meaningful relationships with your students? For one thing, it tremendously helps behavior in the classroom! In this episode, we dive into the research and some quick and practical ways to improve relationships with your students. Book your next hands-on, interactive educational workshop with NMEDU! Visit www.nancymikhail.com or email [email protected] to book today.Follow for tips and strategies:Instagram: nancymikhaileduFacebook: nancymikhaileduTikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠nancymikhail.edu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]

Join me as I chat with Lisa Collum, founder of Top Score Writing, a nationwide highly effective writing program. Lisa has one of the most interesting educational journey's. From beginning at a Title I school and helping students succeed in 100% writing achievement, to getting investigated by the education board and now running her own school, Lisa is unstoppable and incredibly influential. You won't want to miss this amazing conversation I have with Lisa!Here is the link of FREE writing resources - https://linktr.ee/topscorewritingBook your next hands-on, interactive educational workshop with NMEDU! Visit www.nancymikhail.com or email [email protected] to book today!Follow for daily tips and strategies:Instagram: nancymikhaileduFacebook: nancymikhaileduTikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠nancymikhail.edu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]

To help students reach their maximum capabilities, we must help them learn to think on their own. In this episode, you'll find out some simple, yet effective ways to foster students independence. Book your next hands-on, interactive educational workshop with NMEDU! Visit www.nancymikhail.com or email [email protected] to book today! Follow for daily tips and strategies: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠nancymikhail.edu⁠⁠⁠⁠ [email protected]

Are you wanting to find ways to increase your students' curiosity, questioning, thinking and collaboration skills? The Inquiry Mindset Method may be just the method for you. No matter what grade level or subject(s) you teach, Inquiry Mindset can mold into your teaching and students' learning. Trevor Mackenzie, a high school teacher, researcher, author, speaker, consultant and master of Inquiry Mindset, teaches us all about this incredible method. Trevor provides us with a concrete framework and how to begin incorporating Inquiry Mindset with your students. Trevor has four publications: Dive into Inquiry; Inquiry Mindset Elementary Edition; Inquiry Mindset Assessment Edition; and Inquiry Mindset Questions Edition all published by Elevate Books Edu. Find him on social media at Trev_Mackenzie. Learn more about Trevor at www.trevormackenize.com. Book your next hands-on, interactive educational workshop with NMEDU! Visit www.nancymikhail.com or email [email protected] to book today! Follow for daily tips and strategies: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: ⁠⁠nancymikhail.edu⁠⁠ [email protected]

Have you ever tried working on something and you just stop? You don't know what it is, but you feel this sudden overwhelm and don't really know how to continue. This is totally normal and I talk about why this happens and 6 ways to push through to get to the next level. Book your next hands-on, interactive educational workshop with NMEDU! Visit www.nancymikhail.com or email [email protected] to book today! Follow for daily tips and strategies: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: ⁠nancymikhail.edu⁠ [email protected]

This interview was so popular, that I had to bring it back! Thinking Classrooms is a dynamic model in which students are collaboratively working together to learn and solve problems. Students are standing around the classroom, working on whiteboards in groups of 3 and problem-solving. Thinking Classrooms was designed to get students to think and as we know students need to think in order to truly learn. In today's episode, Dr. Peter Liljedahl, creator and author of the best-selling book, Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics (Grades K-12): 14 Teaching Practices for Enhancing Learning, lays out all of the components and highly-researched method to Thinking Classrooms. Every aspect of the model is highly researched to make it the most effective model of learning. Dr. Peter Liljedahl is a Professor of Mathematics Education in the Faculty of Education at Simon Fraser University and author of the best-selling book, Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics (Grades K-12): 14 Teaching Practices for Enhancing Learning. Peter is a former high school mathematics teacher who has kept his research interest and activities close to the classroom. He consults regularly with teachers, schools, school districts, and ministries of education on issues of teaching and learning, problem solving, assessment, numeracy, and building thinking classrooms. Book your next hands-on, interactive educational workshop with NMEDU! Visit www.nancymikhail.com or email [email protected] to book today! Follow for daily tips and strategies: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhail.edu [email protected]

When students aren't on task and misbehaving we automatically think: they just don't care. But there is so much more to it than that. Today, Nancy discusses 3 questions to think about when planning and executing your lessons to make a HUGE difference in student learning and connection. Book Your Next PD! Check out ⁠⁠www.nancymikhail.com/educationalspeaker⁠⁠ Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at ⁠⁠www.nancymikhail.com⁠⁠ Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠

Today I chat with Heidi Jane, founder of Droppin' Knowledge with Heidi, about vital foundational reading skills that all teachers need to know. The best part is that all of Heidi's methods and resources are backed by evidence and research. Whether you're a primary teacher or teach older students, all teachers should know these important skills. Heidi is a former public-school teacher trained in LETRS EC, IMSE Orton-Gillingham, and Top 10 Tools. She is a National Facilitator for LETRS EC.  She has presented at National conferences as well as provided training at the district level.  Heidi is the author of P is for Paint, which is the one and only alphabet book with embedded mnemonics. She is has written and self-published the Decodable Adventure Series books. Heidi is passionate about sharing everything she has learned about teaching reading (the right way) and bridging the gap between research and the classroom. Looking to book your next PD? Check out ⁠www.nancymikhail.com/educationalspeaker⁠ Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at ⁠www.nancymikhail.com⁠ Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu ⁠[email protected]⁠

There’s no doubt there's a big morale problem in the teacher world. From student behavior to admin problems, teachers are having a hard time being positive. Now whether this is you lately or you feel content, this episode is for you. Today, Nancy talks about 6 actionable ways to boost your morale in and out of the classroom. Looking to book your next PD? Check out ⁠www.nancymikhail.com/educationalspeaker⁠ Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at ⁠www.nancymikhail.com⁠ Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu ⁠[email protected]⁠

Teaching is a big job! You're faced with so much responsibility, ideas and pressure. In today's episode, Nancy goes over what you can do to simplify your day-to-day and truly enjoy teaching in a simple way. You got this! Register for the online, live event THIS Saturday: Implementing Project-based learning In Your Classroom at https://www.nancymikhail.com/event-details/pblworkshop Looking to book your next PD? Check out www.nancymikhail.com/educationalspeaker Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

Listen for engaging ways to increase your students' attention span, PLUS the deeper reason your students aren't paying attention. Download the Engagement Freebie at www.nancymikhail.com/engage Register for the online, live event: Implementing Project-based learning In Your Classroom at https://www.nancymikhail.com/event-details/pblworkshop See you there!

In this chat with David Johnson, on his live show, we chatted all things project-based learning. We talked about how to implement project-based learning step-by-step, benefits and how this would look in your classroom. Looking to book your next PD? Check out www.nancymikhail.com/educationalspeaker Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

Welcome to The Inspirational Educators Podcast! Thank you so much for joining me. In this podcast we talk about: practical teaching methods tons of ideas and freebies interview influential educators we can learn from step-by-step instruction on implementing new methods community of like-minded educators Looking to book your next PD? Well, look no more! Check out www.nancymikhail.com/educationalspeaker Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

Do you have a curriculum you have to adhere to and have a hard time resonating with? Maybe the curriculum is good, but you want to find a way to make sure ALL of your students are getting the most out of what you're teaching, not just some. In today's episode I talk about 4 ways you can elevate the curriculum you already have in place. Looking to book your next PD? Well, look no more! Check out www.nancymikhail.com/educationalspeaker Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected] Are you ready to up-level learning and engagement in your classroom? STEAM is an excellent way to increase student participation and excitement in learning so they can maximize their retention and engagement, which decreases any misbehavior and lack of learning. Listen to the end for a STEAM packet full of ideas and resources you can immediately implement. Thanks for listening!

In every classroom, there are certain students that are "hard to reach." You've tried so many strategies, but it's challenging to really connect with them and find out how to best teach them. In today's episode, we discuss 5 different learner types and how to really be able to connect with them and activities you can try. How do you reach these learners? Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

There are 3 main components we can focus on as educators to help our students truly succeed. Through my 5 step framework, you'll gain the tools to know exactly what students need to ultimately succeed. Today's episode is a webinar I recently gave on really helping students think, create and be truly engaged in learning. Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

There is one essential component when it comes to teaching history and science. Knowing this component, along with the practices outlined in today's episode is a surefire way to ignite interest and curiosity in history and science with your students in any grade! Listen to part 1 of simple swaps for writing: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/xaX6zHdVbHb Listen to part 2 of simple swaps for reading, vocab and spelling: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nancy-mikhail/episodes/74--Simple-Swaps-for-Reading--Vocab-and-Spelling-e2fpmgq Sign up for free 1:1 coaching: email me at [email protected] Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

Often times, we might do certain practices in our class because that's the way it's always been done...but do those practices really work? In today's episode, I go over some simple swaps you can do in reading, vocab and spelling. What are some of your favorite practices in these areas? Listen to part 1 of simple swaps for writing: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/xaX6zHdVbHb Sign up for free 1:1 coaching: email me at [email protected] Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

Writing can be daunting to students at times. Thinking of what to write, knowing how to break down ideas, connect with and love writing can be so challenging for students. In this episode, I talk about a couple of simple practices you can implement to help your students truly grow their love for writing and connect with you at the same time. I'd love to know what your favorite writing practices are in your classroom! Drop your ideas below or message me! Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

Design Thinking is an innovative way to encourage students to think in a systematic way and increase critical life and thinking skills that students really should practice. But design thinking is more than that... Dr. John Spencer, author and keynote speaker, explains how design thinking really encourages SEL, how to implement design thinking and the plethora of benefits design thinking offers. Follow John on IG at spencereducation Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

Planning the best lessons doesn't have to be hard or overwhelming. In today's episode, I outline a simple framework to ensure you get the most out of your planning time! Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

Have any of your students ever asked, "Why do we need to learn this math?" I'm guessing you've heard that at some point. Today I chat with Fareed Elmasry, math teacher and current recipient of the Teacher of the Year award, and he talks about how to effectively incorporate math into the real world and does a great job of explaining how to do this. In addition, we discuss the importance of building student relationships and how that has tremendously helped student success in his classroom. Fareed Elmasry has been in education since 2010. He has taught several math classes but has specialized in Geometry and Data Science. As an employee of the Santa Ana Unified School District, Fareed has served not only as a math teacher, but as the Head Boys Basketball coach as well as the Department Chair for Santa Ana High School. He is the most recent recipient of the Teacher of the Year Award for his school, which houses over 110 teachers total. He holds credentials in Foundational Level Math as well as Administration.

This can be a game changer in helping you with your students on a daily basis, and even in your personal life! Listen to today's quick but powerful message on how perspective can really change the trajectory of the day! Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

In this episode of The Inspirational Educators Podcast, we delve into the dynamic world of differentiation strategies and explore actionable techniques that you can implement right now to ensure that all students are thriving. Ensuring that each and every student learns is so vital for a student's success, growth and well-being. Check out these other episodes mentioned in today's episode: 45 | Teaching is an Art 35 | Implementing Stations or Centers to Reach All Students! Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

In the ever-shifting world of education, it's pretty common for administrators and teachers to stick to what they know, keeping with the tried-and-true methods. Eric Sheninger offers a fresh perspective on education and learning. Eric, author of Disruptive Thinking in Our Classrooms, provides insight and perspective to really get back to teaching to the student rather than teaching at the student. His profound ideas challenge the status quo and encourage us to reimagine education for the benefit of our students. Beyond his written insights, Eric actively engages with schools worldwide, empowering educators to surpass their potential and enhance outcomes for learners. As the founder and CEO of Aspire Change EDU, a collaborative consultancy committed to providing personalized support to educational systems, Eric brings a wealth of experience to the table. Before leading Aspire Change EDU, Eric served as an award-winning Principal at New Milford High School, where he transformed the institution into a globally recognized model for innovative practices. Under his leadership, the school underwent a remarkable metamorphosis, implementing sustainable change initiatives that not only reshaped the learning culture but also elevated academic achievements. Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

When students disrupt the class, whether it be through talking to their friends or not paying attention, it can really disrupt the class and make it hard to teach and other students to learn. In this week's episode I talk about the root causes of students being disruptive and things you can do to help them. Listen for this week's actionable step. What kinds of things do you do to help student behavior? Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for tuning in every week. I am keeping this episode short and sweet since this is a time to relax and unwind. Listen to this short and sweet message to see how gratitude can improve your day-to-day. Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

Even the most organized people need to refocus and make a new plan at times - especially during this busy season. In today's episode, I outline my method for prioritizing and eliminating my "to-do's" and in turn has caused me to be much more clear-headed and enjoy this season. Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

Have you tried implementing group work in your classroom but it just didn't work out? Or do you want to implement more group work, but don't know where to really start? In this episode we dive into how to set up group work for ultimate success. Sign up for our weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

Are you ready to transform the way you support your students? Today, I talk about my 5-step framework designed to unlock the full potential of every learner. These are the core issues that often hinder student success and we talk about tools that equip educators with actionable strategies to help your students thrive. Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

Author of Teach Like a Pirate, Dave Burgess joins us today and talks about how teachers can tap back into their true passions, teach and reach kids in a way that motivates them and excites them for learning and how we can combat one of the biggest problems in education today. Personally, this book has impacted my teaching over the years and it's one of my favorite books about education. Dave Burgess is the New York Times Best-Selling author of Teach Like a PIRATE, co-author of P is for PIRATE, and the president of Dave Burgess Consulting, Inc. which delivers powerful, inspirational, and innovative books, keynotes, and professional development. He specializes in teaching hard-to-reach, hard-to-motivate students with techniques that incorporate showmanship and creativity.  At a recent ceremony in Washington, D.C., he was awarded the BAMMY for Secondary School Teacher of the Year by the Academy of Education Arts and Sciences. Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

Making sure we are able to reach all students in one lesson could definitely be a challenge. You have different personalities, challenges and learning styles amongst your students. In this episode, I go over how you can ensure you reach more students with every lesson and how to be more of a 'creative teacher.' Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

Did you know that there are simple swaps you can make to elevate your teaching so your students can better understand the content? In today's episode, I go over a major problem in education and what teachers can do about it to immensely improve teaching and learning in their classrooms. What are some simple swaps you can make in your classrooms to elevate your teaching? Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

You're an expert! As educators, we hold a unique set of skills and you may be really good at one specific thing. So why not use it to your advantage and create a business out of it? Today I speak with Dr. Will Deyamport about what it takes to be an edupreneur. He goes through step-by-step and everything you need to know from getting your idea started to creating a business of your dreams. Will Deyamport, III, Ed.D. is a District Instructional Technologist  He is also a digital transformation strategist, writer, and podcaster.  He is best known for his work in assisting educators in going digital and has helped schools leverage the power of technology to reimagine the learning experiences of their students. If you found this helpful, feel free to pass on to a teacher friend! Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

Finland's education ranking has always been intriguing. What are they doing that's ranking them so high? The better question is what can we do within our own classrooms and schools to become even better educators? Listen to this episode on details of the Finnish education system and what the underlying reasons of why this works and how we can implement it in our teaching. Sign up for 3 Ways for Students to Ultimately Succeed Webinar happening Thursday, Sept. 21st at www.nancymikhail.com/ultimatestudentsuccess If you found this helpful, feel free to pass on to a teacher friend! Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

Today I talk about concrete things you can do when your students don't do homework or misbehave in class. Find out the research on the benefits of recess and how much kids NEED recess to thrive. If you found this helpful, feel free to pass on to a teacher friend! Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

It's easy to let negativity and overwhelm cloud our vision and love for education. But Kasiopia Moore brings a whole new outlook in the way we think and approach each and every day. Kasiopia talks about how she treats every day and gives 3 practical tips on working towards keeping our spark and joy in education. Kasiopia Moore- Watts, affectionately known as FabKasi, is energy and love personified. Kasiopia is currently the Middle School Principal at Campbell Hall in Studio City, and previously held various roles with KIPP Schools as an Assistant Principal and Principal. She holds advanced degrees in Africana Studies from San Diego State University and Education from Loyola Marymount. In addition to her work in education, she keeps the creativity and conversation flowing by speaking at women empowerment events, working with influential voices within the entertainment and public space, and mentoring young girls. Kasiopia was the founding director of Tinas Angels and Richards Warriors mentoring program, founded by Tina Knowles Lawson. If you found this helpful, feel free to pass on to a teacher friend! Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

Part of the learning process is for students to make mistakes. Find out 4 tips to help students when they make a mistake. If you found this helpful, feel free to pass on to a teacher friend! Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

What if you could plan and teach in a way that serves all of your students? Follow my simple plan to set up your very own curriculum in a step-by-step way. In this episode I lay out everything you need to know from A to Z in planning your very own curriculum for your students to have a successful year. If you found this helpful, feel free to pass on to a teacher friend! Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

As you enter into the new school year, you are looking forward to a fresh start with great students, in hopes of running a smooth classroom. You may have ideas and visions of what you plan to achieve and you create goals of how you want to improve in your classroom But when we plan too much at one time it's harder to achieve those goals. In this episode I talk about a practical way to achieve every goal you have as an educator and even help your students create their own goals. If you found this helpful, feel free to pass on to a teacher friend! Sign up for my weekly newsletter with tips and free resources at www.nancymikhail.com Connect with me: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

What does it take to make a classroom really successful? Well, I'll tell you it's not just one factor but many. In this episode, I outline my framework of 5 Components of a Successful Classroom. What are your thoughts on this? Sign up for our weekly newsletter with tips, strategies and special offers: www.nancymikhail.com Follow for daily tips and strategies: LinkedIn: nancymikhail FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/teachertips Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhail.edu [email protected]

This one skill will help your students be wildly successful for the rest of their lives. As educators, it's important to not only teach our students, but teach them how to think. Building Thinking Classrooms Episode: https://www.nancymikhail.com/educationalpodcast/episode/f830f2b6/40-or-building-thinking-classrooms-with-dr-peter-liljedahl Follow for daily tips and strategies: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhailedu [email protected]

This episode is a good kickstart to planning your time effectively and in a way that truly works for you. Having a plan in place really makes all the difference and in today's episode I lay out exactly what that entails. Follow for daily tips and strategies: LinkedIn: nancymikhail FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/teachertips Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhail.edu [email protected]

Today I chat with Krystal Allen about her journey from being a teacher to now running a multi-figure, global consulting firm. She not only talks about the practical component of starting a business, but some vital deep, inner work that we must take in order to really go down this path. If you're ever thinking about starting a side hustle or a full-on business, this episode is for you! A native of Selma, Alabama, Krystal Allen is the Founder & CEO of K. Allen Consulting™ , an education advocate, and a philanthropist. A well-respected former school principal and teacher, Krystal began her career teaching elementary school, serving as an instructional coach, then asst. principal, and finally leading as a school principal. ​A first-generation college graduate, Krystal earned her B.A. from the University of Notre Dame, M.Ed. from NLU-Chicago, and is currently completing her Ed.D in K-12 Urban Educational Leadership at Teachers College, Columbia University. Krystal's work and passion for DEI, social justice, adult learning, and organizational development are the driving forces of her work and commitment to equity. https://www.kallenconsulting.org/home Follow for daily tips and strategies: LinkedIn: nancymikhail FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/teachertips Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhail.edu [email protected]

I share my most favorite practices for teaching reading, writing, history, science and math. These are tried and true, simple to implement, yet highly effective. All of my practices aim to be meaningful, substantial and engaging. Sign up for freebies mentioned in the episode at www.nancymikhail.com Follow for daily tips and strategies: FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/teachertips Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhail.edu [email protected]

There are many types of different art forms. From the visual types of art to irreplaceable skills. In today's episode I talk about 3 components of how teaching is an art. Share with a teacher who will find this helpful! Subscribe to my weekly newsletter filled with tips and freebies at www.nancymikhail.com Follow for daily tips and strategies: FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/teachertips Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhail.edu [email protected]

As a teacher, you probably try all sorts of methods and hope they work, right? Sometimes they do and sometimes they don't. It's even better when it's backed by research. In today's episode, I talk about 3 teaching methods backed by research to solidify any misconceptions or doubt that these methods actually work! These methods are proven to help teach and practice the content you're teaching your students. Which methods have you tried? Share with a teacher who will find this helpful! Subscribe to my weekly newsletter filled with tips and freebies at www.nancymikhail.com Follow for daily tips and strategies: Instagram: nancymikhailedu Facebook: nancymikhailedu TikTok: nancymikhail.edu [email protected]