Get ready to reminisce! In Return of the Chat: Spring Breaks and Career Moves, Alex and Drew are back after a break, and the chat is great!
Laughter and lighthearted banter flow freely as Drew opens up about his whirlwind life. He's undergone a major career shift, one that blends his past experiences with exciting new ventures. This exciting transition, however, explains the reason for his podcast absence – it's been a busy time!
As they catch up, their conversation delves into the ever-changing world of education. They chat about how AI is starting to play a role in the classroom, and how to find a good balance between new approaches and tried-and-true teaching methods. They swap hilarious stories of unexpected classroom moments and the challenges of juggling work and life – especially with the crazy Dubai weather lately! Remember those rainstorms that practically flooded the whole city?
Get ready for Alex and Drew to open up about the ups and downs of being an educator, finding that work-life balance, and the occasional need to just unplug and recharge.
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Timestamps:
00:05 Introduction and Catching Up
02:59 Drew's New Role and Busy Schedule
06:18 Teaching and Learning Challenges
09:07 The Buzzword of Disruption
12:54 The Role of AI in Education
20:14 Teachers' Perception and Use of AI
23:04 Risk-Taking Lessons and Curriculum Design
26:07 Recruiting Teachers and Teaching Abroad
29:01 Adapting to a New Life in Dubai
29:52 Influx of Teachers in Dubai
30:22 Preparing for Teaching in Dubai
31:08 Induction Week for New Staff
32:00 Getting Involved in the Community
33:24 Dealing with Pressure and Adjustments
34:17 Challenges of Parenting
35:53 Dealing with Interruptions
36:09 Surviving the Storm
37:07 Upcoming Spring Break Trip to Cape Town
42:35 Choosing Adventure Over Relaxation
46:10 Planning for the Future
50:22 Financial Planning and Parenting
51:11 Preparing for the Future
52:10 Collaboration with Smart Technologies
52:38 Upcoming Events and Projects
53:26 Personal Lives and Hobbies
54:33 Well-being and Professional Development Day
55:32 Teaching and Collaboration
56:07 Upcoming Events and Projects
56:48 Personal Lives and Hobbies
57:08 Upcoming Events and Projects
58:03 AI and Time-saving Tools
58:30 Future Plans and Voiceover Work
59:07 Family and Personal Life
59:40 Work-Life Balance and Schedule
01:00:45 Spring Break and Future Plans
01:01:23 Preparing Students for Life
01:02:14 Personal Health and Well-being
01:03:33 Circadian Rhythm and Productivity
01:04:08 Genetics and Sleep Patterns
01:05:51 Ramadan and Spring Break