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Update frequency:
every 25 days
Average audio length:
23 minutes
English
United States
20 episodes
since Oct. 12, 2024
episodic

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In this episode, we continue our conversation with Sarah Monahan, a passionate new educator whose journey from student teacher to confident classroom leader is reshaping how we think about teaching in the age of AI.From navigating the balance between technology and creativity to building inclusive …

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What happens when a former 4th grade student comes full circle—returning to the classroom, this time as a teacher? In this episode of Key Connections for Educators, Hannah Knecht and Nate Key sit down with Sarah Monahan, a once-spunky student turned passionate educator, to uncover her powerful jour…
In this insightful conversation, Robert Brown—a passionate young teacher and coach—opens up about the realities of teaching today: from rigid scripted curriculums vs. student-centered learning, to burnout, creativity, and why the U.S. must rethink how we approach education.Robert shares his journey…
What happens when your former 4th grade student grows up to become a teacher himself? 👀 In this powerful episode, Robert Brown—fresh off graduating with his degree in elementary education—shares the real highs and lows of student teaching.From navigating the 6th grade science classroom to guiding p…
Still lecturing from the front of the room? In this episode, Nate Key and Hannah Knecht break down why the flipped classroom model is transforming student learning— and how it empowers students to take ownership, deepen critical thinking, and thrive. COMMENTS Welcome! What’s one way you’ve shifted …
What if confidence isn't something you're born with—but something you build?In this episode, Nate and Hannah are joined by educator Rachel Desrosiers for a real, unfiltered dive into what it actually takes to become a confident, competent trainer. From battling public speaking anxiety to ditching t…
What do sock puppet sales pitches, student-led skits, and role-play simulations have in common? They're actually powerful learning tools—and we're breaking it all down.In this episode of Key Connections for Educators, Nate Key and Hannah Knecht dive deep into the surprising crossover between tradit…
Join experienced educators, Nate Key and Hannah Knecht, for this episode of Key Connections for Educators as we explore the importance of social learning with actionable strategies for both virtual and classroom settings. Discover practical tips from personal experiences and learn how to foster col…
Did you know that who your kids learn with can be just as important as what they learn? The power of peer influence in education is often underestimated—but it could be the key to unlocking motivation, engagement, and lifelong curiosity. In this episode of Key Connections for Educators, experienced…
In this episode, hosts Nate and Hannah welcome guest Meghan Rose to explore Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and its application in making education accessible for diverse learners. Meghan shares her journey from librarian to corporate trainer and discusses how UDL principles—engagement, represe…
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