37 min
Redeeming Awkward Moments with Dave Mathwin BaseCamp Live
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- Education
Join us for an enlightening journey with Dave Mathwin, a seasoned educator with 26 years of experience. Dave, the Dean of Students and Upper School History teacher at Ad Fontes Academy, shares his unique insights on transforming awkward moments in the classroom into catalysts for student growth. We delve deep into his pedagogical approach, the essence of his website – The Stick in the Mud, and his latest book which explores this intriguing concept in detail.
We invite you to be part of our conversation as we traverse the fine line between order and renewal. Dave generously shares his invaluable wisdom about managing classroom dynamics and how stepping away from rigid structures can open new avenues for learning. We explore the power of silence, its potential to refocus attention and guide discussions, and the surprising ways redemption can be discovered in discomfort.
In the concluding part of our discussion, Dave delves into the beauty of educational chaos. We shed light on the integral role of struggles in the learning journey and their potential to lead to grace and growth. We discuss the value of embracing a bit of disorder in our lives and the profound impact it can have on shaping the learners of tomorrow. So, don't miss out on this insightful discussion.
Join us for an enlightening journey with Dave Mathwin, a seasoned educator with 26 years of experience. Dave, the Dean of Students and Upper School History teacher at Ad Fontes Academy, shares his unique insights on transforming awkward moments in the classroom into catalysts for student growth. We delve deep into his pedagogical approach, the essence of his website – The Stick in the Mud, and his latest book which explores this intriguing concept in detail.
We invite you to be part of our conversation as we traverse the fine line between order and renewal. Dave generously shares his invaluable wisdom about managing classroom dynamics and how stepping away from rigid structures can open new avenues for learning. We explore the power of silence, its potential to refocus attention and guide discussions, and the surprising ways redemption can be discovered in discomfort.
In the concluding part of our discussion, Dave delves into the beauty of educational chaos. We shed light on the integral role of struggles in the learning journey and their potential to lead to grace and growth. We discuss the value of embracing a bit of disorder in our lives and the profound impact it can have on shaping the learners of tomorrow. So, don't miss out on this insightful discussion.
37 min