Teach Different

Teach Different

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Teach Different episodes

  • "Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence win championships." Teach Different with Michael Jordan - Teamwork

    Do you need to work with other people to be successful?

    The ability to work in a team is touted by teachers, employers, and coaches as an indispensable skill. Alone, people can accomplish great things, but when people work as a team the potential for success skyrockets. Students know this in theory, but when it comes to accepting the reality of working with others who have different styles and motivations, all of a sudden teamwork feels like a heavy burden.

    Join Steve and Dan Fouts for an unforgettable conversation about teamwork that you can recreate in your classroom using the Teach Different 3-Step Method.

    Whether you are a teacher, school leader, or simply someone interested in experiencing the joy and fulfillment of challenging kids with big ideas, join our worldwide Community of Educators FREE for 30 days. Membership includes access to our robust library of resources, conversation plans, and lively discussions among teachers and faculty.

    Image source: Wikimedia Commons | Bryan Horowitz

    7 min
  • "Truth is the only safe ground to stand on." Teach Different with Elizabeth Cady Stanton - Honesty

    Should we always tell the truth?

    Honesty is a character trait to which most people aspire. With honesty comes trust and respect from others. Without it comes fear, suspicion and betrayal. Students face daily ethical choices over whether or not they should pursue the path of honesty.

    Join Steve and Dan Fouts for an unforgettable conversation about honesty that you can recreate in your classroom using the Teach Different 3-Step Method.

    Whether you are a teacher, school leader, or simply someone interested in experiencing the joy and fulfillment of challenging kids with big ideas, join our worldwide Community of Educators FREE for 30 days. Membership includes access to our robust library of resources, conversation plans, and lively discussions among teachers and faculty.

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    9 min
  • "The secret to education lies in respecting the student." Teach Different with Ralph Waldo Emerson - Respect

    What does respect look like in the classroom?

    According to Emerson the key to learning is respecting the student. The learner has the keys to learning and teachers can teach anything by acknowledging the wisdom of students.

    Join Steve and Dan Fouts for an unforgettable conversation about respect that you can recreate in your classroom using the Teach Different 3-Step Method.

    Whether you are a teacher, school leader, or simply someone interested in experiencing the joy and fulfillment of challenging kids with big ideas, join our worldwide Community of Educators FREE for 30 days. Membership includes access to our robust library of resources, conversation plans, and lively discussions among teachers and faculty.

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    7 min
  • "Our first teacher is our own heart." Teach Different with a Cheyenne Proverb - Self-Motivation

    Should our feelings be the guide for our actions?

    Ask some people and they'll tell you to listen to your gut when you make decisions.  Ask others, and they'll say the mind. But no one really knows who the best teacher is.

    Join Steve and Dan Fouts for an unforgettable conversation about self-motivation that you can recreate in your classroom using the Teach Different 3-Step Method.

    Whether you are a teacher, school leader, or simply someone interested in experiencing the joy and fulfillment of challenging kids with big ideas, join our worldwide Community of Educators FREE for 30 days. Membership includes access to our robust library of resources, conversation plans, and lively discussions among teachers and faculty.

    Image source: Flickr | Creative Commons

    9 min
  • "Independence is happiness." Teach Different with Susan B. Anthony - Freedom

    Can you be happy without freedom?

    Happiness is about the most personal thing there is, and it comes in many shapes and sizes. If you ask Susan B. Anthony, it always involves freedom. Independence gives us the greatest joy.

    Join Steve and Dan Fouts for an unforgettable conversation about freedom that you can recreate in your classroom using the Teach Different 3-Step Method.

    Whether you are a teacher, school leader, or simply someone interested in experiencing the joy and fulfillment of challenging kids with big ideas, join our worldwide Community of Educators FREE for 30 days. Membership includes access to our robust library of resources, conversation plans, and lively discussions among teachers and faculty.

    Image source: Wikimedia

    10 min
  • "Respect yourself and others will respect you." Teach Different with Confucius - Respect

    What's the best way to earn respect?

    We all want respect. It's how we know we matter. You might think there a lot of ways to earn respect but if you ask Confucius, there is only one true way, respect yourself, and others will respect you. Tell that to an enemy who doesn't care what you think of yourself. They want you to show them you deserve respect.

    Join Steve and Dan Fouts for an unforgettable conversation about respect that you can recreate in your classroom using the Teach Different 3-Step Method.

    Whether you are a teacher, school leader, or simply someone interested in experiencing the joy and fulfillment of challenging kids with big ideas, join our worldwide Community of Educators FREE for 30 days. Membership includes access to our robust library of resources, conversation plans, and lively discussions among teachers and faculty.

    Image source: Wikimedia | Kevin Smith NYC

    8 min
  • "It does not require many words to speak the truth." Teach Different with Chief Joseph - Communication

    How do we know when someone is telling the truth?;

    The truth is, we never really know. Chief Joseph's quote states that you could get a good idea by how many words they use. The more we keep talking, the less we can be trusted.

    Join Steve and Dan Fouts for an unforgettable conversation about communication that you can recreate in your classroom using the Teach Different 3-Step Method.

    Whether you are a teacher, school leader, or simply someone interested in experiencing the joy and fulfillment of challenging kids with big ideas, join our worldwide Community of Educators FREE for 30 days. Membership includes access to our robust library of resources, conversation plans, and lively discussions among teachers and faculty.

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    8 min
  • "Your silence will not protect you." Teach Different with Audre Lorde - Self-Expression

    How do we know when to be silent?

    There are times when words are helpful and there are times when we talk too much. According to civil rights activist Audre Lorde, you have to speak up, especially when you see an injustice. Your silence will never protect you.

    Join Steve and Dan Fouts for an unforgettable conversation about self-expression that you can recreate in your classroom using the Teach Different 3-Step Method.

    Whether you are a teacher, school leader, or simply someone interested in experiencing the joy and fulfillment of challenging kids with big ideas, join our worldwide Community of Educators FREE for 30 days. Membership includes access to our robust library of resources, conversation plans, and lively discussions among teachers and faculty.

    Image source: Wikimedia Commons | Elsa Dorfman

    6 min
  • "The only thing that I know is that I know nothing." Teach Different with Socrates - Humility

    Should we question what we are sure of?

    Everyone thinks they know something, and we all question some things, but very few people question what they think they know. Socrates declared that he knows he knows nothing. If this is tying your mind in pretzels, just think about what you value more, confidence or humility.

    Join Steve and Dan Fouts for an unforgettable conversation about humility that you can recreate in your classroom using the Teach Different 3-Step Method.

    Whether you are a teacher, school leader, or simply someone interested in experiencing the joy and fulfillment of challenging kids with big ideas, join our worldwide Community of Educators FREE for 30 days. Membership includes access to our robust library of resources, conversation plans, and lively discussions among teachers and faculty.

    Image source: Wikimedia | Norto Mendez

    10 min
  • "A good traveler has no fixed plans, and is not intent on arriving." Teach Different with Lao Tzu - Goal-Setting

    Is goal-setting necessary for success?

    Success doesn't come easy. We all know that. But, not everybody would agree with Lao Tzu, that goals themselves are the problem. To Lao Tzu, in order to be good at something you have to give up your goals and appreciate the moments you have along the way.

    Join Steve and Dan Fouts for an unforgettable conversation about goal-setting that you can recreate in your classroom using the Teach Different 3-Step Method.

    Whether you are a teacher, school leader, or simply someone interested in experiencing the joy and fulfillment of challenging kids with big ideas, join our worldwide Community of Educators FREE for 30 days. Membership includes access to our robust library of resources, conversation plans, and lively discussions among teachers and faculty.

    Image source: Wikimedia | Tom@HK

    8 min

About Teach Different

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This is a podcast for conversations - real conversations about ideas that matter. We use a powerful 4-move Method to break down quotes from the world's greatest thinkers and we tackle themes like anger, civic responsibility, kindness and humility. Join us in our quest to inspire critical thinkers and problem solvers to "think outside the cave." Each conversation runs about twenty minutes and comes with a conversation plan in the Teach Different community, so teachers can bring the same quote into their own classrooms the next day.