
In this episode of the Teach Different podcast, Dan and Steve Fouts are joined by Angela Escanilla. Angela shares her journey as a teacher and the importance of taking risks in education. The conversation revolves around a quote about courage and opportunity, emphasizing that missing an opportunity due to fear hurts more than trying and failing. By using the Teach Different Method, the discussion explores the claims, counterclaims, and essential questions presented by the quote. The episode highlights the significance of calculated risks, the role of failure in learning, and how fostering vulnerability and empathy in the classroom can encourage student voice and leadership. It concludes with reflections on mentorship and the future of teaching.
Episode Chapters
00:00 - Introduction and Background
01:05 - Teaching Journey and Influences
06:02 - Exploring Courage and Risk-Taking
13:35 - The Importance of Failure and Learning
14:31 - Embracing Failure and Personal Growth
20:10 - The Role of Mentorship and Personal Boundaries
24:01 - Fostering Vulnerability in Conversations
28:19 - The Importance of Authentic Conversations
32:39 - Teach Different Outro