Making the Grade Podcast
Making the Grade is an education podcast for current & former teachers to share notes, define success & assess their own happiness in the classroom and beyond. Throughout history in the US, teaching has been an essential profession that supports the next generation. However, as the world continues to evolve, the education system seems to be years behind in many ways.
“Making the Grade” explores the metrics of success in the modern-day classroom with current and former educators. We dive into the challenging circumstances teachers face, & the unrealistic standards that many feel they need to live up to in order to thrive.
Schools are now seeing alarming shortages where jobs used to be highly competitive. Why are teachers leaving the field at an unprecedented rate? How has our view of teachers changed over time? What do educators in the field want us to know about their hopes, hardships & dreams?
The problems in education may seem endless, but so are the possibilities. Listen, laugh, and leave our episodes empowered to define your own success as an educator & an individual. Be sure to leave us a review & subscribe if you like what you hear!
Making the Grade Podcast
Motivating Minds: a Conversation with Educational Consultant & Author, Ivana Farrar
S2 EP 025 | Motivating Minds: a Conversation with Educational Consultant & Author, Ivana Farrar
In this next episode of Making the Grade, Georgia & Christine talk with Ivana, the founder of Motivating Minds & Achievement Solutions. Formerly of Georgia & currently in DC, Ivana didn’t always know that she wanted to become a teacher. Prior to consulting, she was teaching at the high school level. Additionally, Ivana is the author of “It’s Time to Get Your $#!@ Together”, a book to empower young adults to improve their lives with an approachable and easy-to-understand guide.
Ivana opens up about how she actually didn’t want to be a teacher, but her journey to become a veterinarian pivoted when she started getting into science classes. After realizing that she loved witnessing the connections children were making at a daycare job, she embarked on the journey to become a teacher.
Reflecting on her career, Ivana emphasizes the importance of the first 5 years of teaching & how crucial support is to be successful. Currently, Ivana continues to make a difference in education as a an educational consultant. Her dedication to improving life for young adults is evident in her work through her book.
This episode covers how to motivate students, reasons for student disengagement, & an overview of student motivation. Tune in to gain valuable insights and perspectives on reinventing yourself for the better!
Find out more about Ivana here!
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Social Media Handles:
- Instagram: mmfasolutions
- Website: https://www.mmfasolutions.com/category/all-products
- Book: “It’s Time to Get Your $#!@ Together”
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