• A Feast for Connection: Building Community in School
    Nov 25 2024

    In this episode, I share a tradition from my first school: hosting a Thanksgiving feast for the entire school. More than just a meal, it was a way to build a sense of community, foster connections, and help students feel a deeper bond with their school. We’ll explore how creating a culture of belonging can impact student engagement and learning—and how small, intentional efforts can make a big difference in your classroom or school.

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    18 mins
  • Teaching Collaborative Problem Solving
    Nov 13 2024

    Creative struggle is difficult, but it's also important. In this technology age, students have become so used to instant gratification, accessing the information and the answers they need instantly rather than dealing with the stress and frustration that can come with creative problem solving. But the reality is, sometimes the struggle is necessary. So as educators, we have to teach them how to work through this.

    And one of the best ways to become unstuck is through collaboration: Combining ideas and resources to solve problems. This week I share a strategy to help students learn to solve problem together.

    You can read my article on this here.

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    21 mins
  • Teaching in This Charged Political Climate
    Oct 30 2024

    There is a measurable uptick in mean and divisive behavior in schools right now, almost as if children are mirroring the current political climate. Let's talk about leading students in this charged political climate.

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    22 mins
  • The AI Dilemma in Classrooms: Ban or Adapt?
    Sep 26 2024

    In this episode, we dive into the growing concern among educators about the impact of AI tools like ChatGPT in the classroom. With only 6% of American teachers believing AI does more good than harm, we explore the fears surrounding academic dishonesty, shortcuts, and the loss of critical thinking. However, banning AI isn’t the solution. We discuss strategies for adapting to AI by creating assignments that foster creativity, deep personal reflection, and real-world problem-solving. Learn how to teach students to use AI responsibly and enhance their learning in the process.

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    34 mins
  • The Power of Outdoor Learning
    Sep 16 2024

    From exposure to vitamin D and its positive effects on our well-being, to the cognitive benefits that come with fresh air, to the innate joy and freedom of being outdoors, outdoor learning is beneficial for both students—and teachers. In this episode I share some ideas for how any teacher can get outside more with their students.

    Read the article: https://www.trevormuir.com/blog/outdoor-learning

    Check out my new book: https://www.amazon.com/New-Teacher-Mindset-Innovative-Strategies/dp/1394210086?crid=ETFBNFNCOW6W&keywords=new+teacher+mindset+muir&qid=1706209905&sprefix=new+teacher+mindset+muir,aps,108&sr=8-1&linkCode=sl1&tag=trevormuirsit-20&linkId=636126ddad3f89f665303211c450af22&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl

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    25 mins
  • The Impact of Teachers
    May 20 2024

    Some of our most impact childhood memories happen in school. Teachers and other educators have a massive influence on their students' identities, memories, and future. Let's dive into that and explore the brain science of why that happens and how we can leave our students with a positive impression of school.

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    35 mins
  • Helping Students See the Bigger Picture
    Mar 27 2024

    We all—educators and students— worker harder and smarter when we can identify the bigger picture of our work. That's what we dive into in this episode.

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    25 mins
  • Holding High Expectations for Students
    Feb 28 2024

    Let's talk about the importance of holding high expectations for students and some strategies to do it well.

    Pre-order the New Teacher Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/New-Teacher-Mindset-Innovative-Strategies/dp/1394210086/ref=sr_1_1?crid=ETFBNFNCOW6W&keywords=new+teacher+mindset+muir&qid=1706209905&sprefix=new+teacher+mindset+muir%2Caps%2C108&sr=8-1

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    24 mins