Teachers Supporting Teachers
Welcome to 'Teachers supporting teachers'. The podcast sharing insights into being and becoming a teacher. I’m your host Narelle Lemon, a Professor of Education located in Australia and currently working at Edith Cowan University in Perth in the state of Western Australia. I’m curious and love to use this strength to find out more, so what better way to support others than to create this podcast series to be able to gain insights and perspectives from colleagues and friends. Make a cup of tea and find a comfy place to sit as you listen to various guests talk about being and becoming a teacher. Find out more by reading the podcast notes at http://www.exploreandcreateco.com/teachers-supporting-teachers-podcast
Teachers Supporting Teachers
Teachers Supporting Teachers Series 10 Episode 6: Building Resilience and Confidence
In this episode, we're joined by Sarah, a Master of Teaching student with a background in psychology and lecturer Marnie Harris from Edith Cowan University. We explore the vital role of character strengths in shaping the future of education and supporting teacher wellbeing.
Key Topics:
- The evolution of teaching roles and the importance of adaptability
- Crucial strengths for educators in an ever-changing landscape
- Using personal strengths to enhance the education system
- Leveraging diverse strengths to create effective school environments
- Strategies for maintaining teacher wellbeing and preventing burnout
Highlights:
- Sarah shares her journey from psychology to teaching and how her diverse background informs her approach to education
- The importance of resilience, adaptability, and creativity in modern classrooms
- Insights on using strengths to create supportive learning environments and foster community engagement
- Practical tips for integrating strengths into daily teaching practice and personal reflection
Join us for an inspiring conversation about the power of character strengths in education and how they can transform both teaching and learning experiences.
PS - want to know where Albany is? Find out here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albany,_Western_Australia