#353 Nurturing Curiosity with Elliott Seif (pt.1)

Teach Me, Teacher

Hello everyone! In this episode of Teach Me, Teacher, host Jacob Chastain sits down with the brilliant Elliot Seif, author of the groundbreaking book Teaching for Lifelong Learning: How to Prepare Students for a Changing World.

Join Jacob and Elliot as they delve into the essential strategies for fostering curiosity, independence, and a growth mindset in students. Elliot shares insights from his book, offering practical methods to enhance instruction, assessment, and curriculum design.

Discover the transformative power of a four-phase instructional framework, and learn how diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments work together to cultivate lifelong learners. Elliot unpacks the importance of selecting or crafting curricula that prioritize adaptability and critical thinking, equipping students to navigate the complexities of our ever-changing world.

From elementary to high school classrooms, this episode is packed with real-world examples and actionable advice to inspire educators at every level. Tune in and learn how to empower your students not just for academic success, but for a lifetime of meaningful learning and growth.

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Be sure to stream Passion and Persistence, a motivational video designed to inspire a collaborative team environment in your school or district.

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