Teacher Show Me the World

Betsy Rybarczyk
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Teacher Show Me the World

Teacher Show Me the World is a podcast for teachers who want to venture beyond the four walls of their classroom and make their subject come to life through educational travel. This podcast will be a tool box of tips, tricks, and resources that will enable you to create a world travel program at your school that will enhance your students’ education through life-changing, hands-on, experiential learning and help you become a teacher who shows your students the world!

  1. 22H AGO

    Handling Medical Emergencies While on Tour

    In this episode, Carolyn Swaney shares her expertise on handling medical emergencies while traveling with students. She discusses the crucial steps to take before a trip, such as gathering medical information and ensuring proper travel insurance. Carolyn also walks us through real-life emergency situations, offering advice on how to stay calm, communicate effectively, and navigate local healthcare systems abroad. With practical tips for teachers and trip organizers, this episode provides valuable insights on managing health crises and ensuring student safety during international travel.

  2. APR 2

    The Importance of Travel Insurance and Handling Flight Delays

    In this episode, I sit down with Sara, an experienced group leader, who shares her story of handling a flight cancellation and delay during a student trip. She emphasizes the importance of travel insurance, explaining how it helped her group manage unexpected expenses and turn a stressful situation into a manageable one. Sara also offers valuable insights on choosing the right chaperones—those who are well-traveled and can stay calm in emergencies—and shares tips on preparing your group for potential flight disruptions. Whether you're a group leader or chaperone, this episode provides practical advice to ensure your trips run smoothly, even when the unexpected happens.

  3. MAR 19

    Enriching Curriculum Through Service Learning, STEM, and Summit Conferences

    In this episode, I interview Stefanie, an educator who organizes transformative Service Learning Trips, STEM Tours, and Summit Leadership Conferences for her students. Stefanie shares how these enriching travel experiences enhance her curriculum by immersing students in global issues, fostering critical thinking, and allowing them to tackle real-world challenges. Through hands-on service projects, STEM problem-solving, and leadership training, these trips offer students valuable skills that extend beyond the classroom. Stefanie provides inspiration for educators looking to integrate immersive travel experiences into their curriculum, helping students become active, globally-minded citizens.

  4. MAR 5

    How Teachers Are Thriving with Non-School Sponsored Travel Programs

    In this episode, we speak with Stefanie, an experienced teacher who has built a highly successful non-school sponsored travel program that grows each year. She shares valuable tips and insights for teachers looking to start their own travel programs, offering advice on how to organize trips without the constraints of school bureaucracy. Stefanie’s passion for education and travel shines through as she explains how to create engaging, impactful experiences for students. This episode is packed with inspiration for educators eager to take their travel programs to the next level.

  5. FEB 19

    Lost and Found: What to Do When a Passport Goes Missing on Tour

    In this episode, a seasoned group leader shares their experience handling a traveler’s lost passport during a recent tour abroad. We discuss the immediate steps taken, staying calm under pressure, and navigating embassies and emergency documentation. Learn essential tips for preparing travelers for worst-case scenarios and hear key lessons for managing crises while keeping the group on track. This episode is packed with valuable advice for travel leaders, guides, and anyone planning international travel.

  6. Beyond the Trip: Turning Travel into Transformative Learning Opportunities for Your Students

    FEB 5

    Beyond the Trip: Turning Travel into Transformative Learning Opportunities for Your Students

    In this episode, I chat with Stacey Sklar about how teachers can turn student travel into transformative learning before, during, and after the trip! From building excitement pre-trip to creating engaging learning moments abroad, Stacey shares expert tips on how to maximize every experience. Plus, she dives into creative ways to keep the learning going back in the classroom. If you’re looking to level up your world travel program and make the most of every adventure, this one’s for you!

  7. JAN 22

    From Marketing Guru to Travel Trailblazer: Marah Walsh's Inspiring Journey"

    In this episode, Marah Walsh, founder of the EF Group Leaders Facebook page and full-time travel agent, shares her inspiring journey from marketing professional to travel industry leader, fueled by her love for adventure. She offers valuable insights into group travel, the creation of her supportive community, and how travel has transformed her life—encouraging listeners to take the leap and explore the world.

  8. JAN 8

    New Year, New Adventures: 5 Resolutions for Traveling with Students in 2025

    In this special one-year anniversary episode of Teacher Show Me the World, the Betsy reflects on the podcast’s growth and shares five New Year’s resolutions to enhance international travel with students in 2025. From organizing logistics with a digital travel binder to embracing new challenges and enriching students’ cultural experiences, these practical tips will help educators take their travel programs to the next level.

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    Teacher Show Me the World is a podcast for teachers who want to venture beyond the four walls of their classroom and make their subject come to life through educational travel. This podcast will be a tool box of tips, tricks, and resources that will enable you to create a world travel program at your school that will enhance your students’ education through life-changing, hands-on, experiential learning and help you become a teacher who shows your students the world!

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    • Creator
      Betsy Rybarczyk
    • Years Active
      2024 - 2025
    • Episodes
      28
    • Rating
      Clean
    • Copyright
      ©Teacher Show Me the World ©2024
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      Teacher Show Me the World

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