TP - 118 Co-hosts JP Mint and Kent the Cat Guy welcome three international teachers, Caitlin, Eloise, and Hannah, who share their unique experiences and insights into the world of teaching abroad. The conversation covers their personal backgrounds, how they met in Malawi, and their journey in creating a math resource platform aimed at making math education more engaging and inclusive. They discuss the challenges and successes of their project, the importance of community building among teachers, and the role of AI in education. The episode is filled with laughter, personal stories, and reflections on the joys and challenges of being an international teacher.
(00:00) Introductions
(01:32) The Transition to Teaching: Personal Stories
(04:27) The Impact of International Teaching
(07:11) How They Met: Building Connections
(09:54) Collaborative Projects: A New Venture
(12:39) Building a Community of Educators
(14:29) The Journey of Awesomenicity
(18:03) The Need for Inclusive Math Education
(20:08) Inspirations in Math Education
(20:52) The Role of AI in Education
(22:36) Target Audience and User Experience
(26:23) Integrating with Existing Curriculums
(27:20) Connecting with Educators
(31:26) Personal Stories and Experiences
(37:58) Police Stories from Around the World
(40:19) Unexpected Encounters with Law Enforcement
(43:19) What We Carry: Comfort Items in New Places
(50:08) Final Thoughts and Reflections
The International Teacher Podcast is a bi-weekly discussion with experts in international education. New Teachers, burned out local teachers, local School Leaders, International school Leadership, current Overseas Teachers, and everyone interested in international schools can benefit from hearing stories and advice about living and teaching overseas.
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"International Teaching: The Best-kept Secret in Education" | by Gregory Lemoine M.Ed.
"Finding the Right Fit: Your Professional Guide for International Educator Recruiting Fairs and Amazing Stories of a Teacher Living Overseas" |by Gregory Lemoine M.Ed.
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