Navigating Insecurity in Teaching

In this podcast episode, Bonnie Stahoviak discusses the topic of navigating insecurity in teaching. She emphasizes the importance of structure in teaching and the nervousness that teachers often experience, even after years of teaching. Bonnie also talks about techniques and approaches that can help teachers overcome insecurity and build trust with students. She highlights the significance of high structure and preciseness in teaching, drawing insights from educators like Kelly Hogan, Viji Sathi, and Mia Zamora. Additionally, Bonnie shares strategies for managing timing and pacing in the classroom, as well as creating digital and analog places for collaborative learning. Overall, the episode offers practical advice and inspiration for teachers to navigate insecurity and create effective learning environments.