Building Student-Centered Classrooms with Miya Hourani

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What happens when students say that your class is boring? For Miya Hourani, that’s not the end of the conversation — it’s the starting point. 

In this special topical episode, Miya returns to share practical strategies for building truly student-centered classrooms where learners feel heard, empowered, and motivated to grow. Teaching 8th grade language arts in Kuwait, Miya has developed a classroom culture where students speak their minds and help set their own learning parameters. 

From using Tupac Shakur to show students the versatility of poetry to designing mock trials based on Edgar Allan Poe stories, Miya’s classroom is alive with curiosity, ownership, and authentic learning. She also dives into her collaborative approach with parents, her philosophy on using AI responsibly, and how to meet the evolving needs of today’s students. 

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