In this heartfelt episode of Teaching Restored, hosts Julie Hillyard and Kevin Jones explore what it means to teach like a parent—extending beyond simply delivering information to nurturing authentic relationships, supporting personal growth, and guiding self-discovery. Julie, reflecting on her son leaving for college, draws inspiration from a podcast idea about "fan father (or mother) figure" teaching, prompting a discussion about how parental love, patience, and intentional relationship-building can transform classroom teaching environments.

In this episode of Teaching Restored, hosts Julie and Kevin dive into the results that effective gospel teaching should strive to achieve, as outlined in the "Teaching in the Savior’s Way" manual. They discuss how truly impactful lessons go beyond information delivery, focusing on helping both students and teachers connect with Jesus Christ, feel His love, and be inspired to follow Him. Through lively interaction, personal reflections, and a bit of humor, they break down what it means for a teaching moment to really transform hearts and minds.

In this insightful episode of Teaching Restored, hosts Kevin Jones and Julie Hillyard dive deep into the power and importance of perspective taking when teaching the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. Julie introduces the concept of the "seven hungers of learning," focusing especially on the value of giving learners a new perspective they've never considered before. Together, Kevin and Julie break down why seeing things from different viewpoints not only fosters growth and deeper understanding, but also nurtures empathy, humility, and a richer application of gospel principles.

Through candid conversation and practical examples, the hosts discuss how perspective taking shifts classroom dynamics, encourages open dialogue, and helps teachers and learners avoid judgment and embrace curiosity. They share actionable tips, including the use of roleplay, personas, and direct invitations for students to share or imagine other viewpoints. Whether you're leading a discussion about grace, God's law, or family, this episode is packed with ideas to make your teaching more inclusive and impactful—ultimately helping everyone better live their baptismal covenants by seeing and valuing each other's experiences.

In this episode of Teaching Restored, Kevin Jones and Julie Hillyard dive into why the simplest gospel principles—what scripture calls the "plain and precious" truths—are repeated in teaching and worship, and how deeply engaging with them through experience (not just logic or argument) builds real faith, resilience, and Zion. They also discuss the challenges of differing religious perspectives, and why living and teaching the basics remains the most powerful approach.

Discover how “bumper pads” in teaching can help every learner succeed! Kevin and Julie share gospel teaching strategies, focusing on breaking things down, engaging learners, and making gospel lessons stick. Perfect for teachers and anyone seeking to make learning the gospel more effective and enjoyable.

BYU professor Casey Griffiths joins the show to share his journey as a gospel teacher, practical tips for teaching by the Spirit, and wisdom from fellow gospel educators. Discover how to connect with your learners, teach with confidence, and be your authentic self—whether you’re teaching in church, at home, or one-on-one.

In this episode of Teaching Restored, Kevin and Julie dive into the concept of "reasoning together" from Doctrine & Covenants section 50. They explore how creating a truly edifying teaching environment requires active participation, flexibility, deep listening, and a willingness to let everyone’s perspective enrich the collective understanding. Discover practical strategies for involving every class member, fostering spiritual insights, and ensuring that "all may be edified of all.”

In this powerful episode of Teaching Restored, hosts Kevin Jones and Julie Hillyard sit down with special guest Kyle Smith to discuss the exciting new direction for their expanded teaching community. Learn how divine guidance brought Kyle and the Teaching Restored team together in their shared mission to elevate the teaching of the restored gospel of Jesus Christ across the Church.

Kyle talks about his deep passion for gospel teaching, sharing his origin story as a seminary and institute teacher and the important lesson he learned about always centering Jesus Christ in every aspect of teaching—regardless of the topic. The conversation dives into practical strategies for gospel teachers, including how to prepare lessons that truly connect students with Christ rather than simply covering doctrinal topics. Kyle demonstrates how the restored gospel, church programs, and even challenging life experiences become more meaningful when viewed through the lens of faith in Jesus Christ.

Explore the exciting new resources Teaching Restored is launching: a weekly blog, a monthly newsletter, dynamic social media, and the dream of building a supportive online community for gospel teachers around the world. The episode is rich with stories, actionable insights, and heartfelt testimonies about the transformative power of Christ-centered teaching.

Whether you're a Primary teacher, a seminary or institute instructor, or a parent teaching at home, this episode will inspire you to make your teaching a window that leads others to Jesus. Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and join the Teaching Restored newsletter to stay connected with this uplifting, growing movement!

In this episode we are going to focus on what teachers can do to prepare effective lessons. Julie dives in and explores very current examples of preparation. From understanding context, to asking yourself questions about the topic, to connecting it all back to Jesus Christ. We also talk about some fantastic resources to help you prepare your lessons. We should avoid merely ticking off boxes during our preparations; instead, we should ask ourselves questions and truly seek answers. There have been times when lessons were rushed due to unexpected circumstances but ideally, we aim for thorough preparation which aids personal growth as well as enabling us help others change, drawing them closer to Jesus Christ.

In this episode of Teaching Restored, we dive into the transformative power of empathic listening. Join us as we explore the difference between attentive and empathic listening and discover how being vulnerable to the Spirit's guidance can enhance our teaching. Through personal stories and practical insights, we learn the importance of actively listening, summarizing responses, and providing emotional air to create a safe and engaging classroom environment. Tune in to learn how to foster understanding, gain valuable insights from others, and truly connect with our students through empathic listening.