From practical strategies to personal reflections and classroom philosophy, John Lawson offers insights into mentoring.👇 Leave a comment below to share your experiences with mentoring. ⏱️ Chapters

00:00 The Essence of Mentoring

03:52 Navigating Emotions in Teaching

06:53 The Importance of Reflection

10:56 First Impressions and Classroom Management

14:59 Building Authority and Respect in the Classroom

18:58 The Impact of Mentorship on Student Success

25:29 The Central Role of God in Education

31:09 Developing a Teaching Philosophy

36:13 Teaching for Mastery, Not Mystery

38:43 Understanding Student Needs

42:01 Avoiding Busy Work

48:05 Teaching to the Test with Integrity

51:48 Embracing Variety in Teaching Methods

57:00 The Importance of Assessment in Education

01:00:09 Understanding the Problem of Other Minds

01:03:05 The Role of the Teacher as a Messenger

01:04:30 Using Film and Media as Teaching Tools

01:11:30 The Power of Personal Integrity in Teaching

1:04:30 The power of film: three must-watch teaching stories Dead Poets Society, Freedom Writers, and Kindergarten Cop as tools for thought and training. 🎬 Referenced in this episode:• Jamie Oliver on dyslexia and unmet potential• Ian Wright and his mentor, Mr Pigden• Dead Poets Society (Robin Williams)• Freedom Writers (Hilary Swank)• Kindergarten Cop (Arnold Schwarzenegger)• Music: Children’s Crusade (Sting), 19 (Paul Hardcastle) Leave a comment below—what’s your take on mentoring, teaching philosophy, or that unforgettable first lesson?#Mentoring #EducationMatters #JohnLawson #JamieOliver #IanWright #TeacherPodcast #DeadPoetsSociety #FreedomWriters #KindergartenCop #TeachingWisdom #MentorVoicesFollow us, we're worth it:🔗 Website🔗 Spotify🔗 Instagram🔗 Bluesky🔗 X (Twitter)