Episode Details

Mitch became a gifted teacher because he was a mediocre student. Despite taking seven years to graduate college, he navigated the classroom with discomfort. This unique perspective fueled Mitch's teaching approach. Recognizing the importance of laying a foundation for learning, he created Organized Binder. This research-backed strategy empowers teachers to impart executive functioning skills efficiently, preserving valuable instructional time. By establishing a predictable routine, Organized Binder fosters safer learning spaces, shaping Mitch's journey from a struggling student to an innovative educator.

Show Highlights

• Navigate the two challenges with teaching executive functions.

• "Studentness" will provide the skills and habits to be successful regardless of content and skills.

• 6 executive functioning skills that framework for the book, Executive Functions for Every Classroom.

• "The zone of genius" is embedded in what people are already doing.

• A golden opportunity critical for learning with retrieval practice tips.

• Never let your teachers start the day this way or plan key concepts.

"Your curriculum, the stuff you're teaching.Have fun, let it be engaging, get passionate about it. Never mess with the routine. A consistent, predictable routine, because predictable learning environments are safer and we can't underestimate for some students how unpredictable their lived experience is outside of class."

-Mitch Weathers

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Mitch's Resources & Contact Info:

• Organized Binder

• Twitter

• Linkedin

• Facebook

• Book: https://bit.ly/42pCMbq

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