Episode 92: It’s the Wrong Word!

Keywords

education, vocabulary, teaching, learning experiences, classroom ownership, struggle, failure, real world, peer tutoring, thought partnership

Takeaways

Words matter in education; they should convey clear understanding.

Shifting from 'activity' to 'experience' enhances learning impact.

Referring to 'my classroom' as 'our learning space' fosters ownership.

Struggle is an ongoing process, while failure feels final.

School is part of the real world; we should respect that.

Thought partnership is more valuable than peer tutoring.

Language shapes student perceptions and engagement.

Educators should reflect on their vocabulary choices.

Small shifts in language can lead to significant changes in mindset.

2025 is an opportunity for growth in education.

Chapters

00:00 Reconsidering Words in Education

05:05 Shifting Perspectives on Classroom Ownership

07:12 The Importance of Struggle Over Failure

10:26 Rethinking the 'Real World' Concept

12:13 From Peer Tutor to Thought Partner

16:39 New Chapter

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