WEBVTT 00:00:00.000 --> 00:00:05.130 Welcome to another episode of blooming curious today, we're diving into 00:00:05.130 --> 00:00:07.289 a topic that's close to my heart. 00:00:07.619 --> 00:00:13.499 Why every teacher deserves a coach and how having one can transform your teaching. 00:00:14.310 --> 00:00:18.180 Now, I know that many of you already thinking about next year's plans, 00:00:18.240 --> 00:00:22.500 and maybe you're wondering how to shake things up, or you're feeling 00:00:22.500 --> 00:00:24.689 stuck in the routine of recycling. 00:00:24.960 --> 00:00:28.800 The same lessons year after year after year. 00:00:29.310 --> 00:00:34.410 But if that's you, stay tuned because today's episode is going to help you 00:00:34.410 --> 00:00:40.020 rethink how you plan and give you steps to create integrated lessons that bring 00:00:40.020 --> 00:00:42.570 excitement back to your classroom. 00:00:43.380 --> 00:00:48.720 So let's kick things off with practical steps for planning, integrated lessons. 00:00:49.410 --> 00:00:51.090 Now what are integrated lessons? 00:00:51.180 --> 00:00:55.200 These are lessons that connect multiple subject areas. 00:00:55.650 --> 00:00:59.340 Making learning more cohesive and engaging for your students. 00:00:59.370 --> 00:01:03.060 And it also allows your students to see the relevance of their 00:01:03.060 --> 00:01:09.150 learning and allows you to tick off multiple outcomes in just one lesson. 00:01:10.050 --> 00:01:11.040 So, how did we do this? 00:01:11.070 --> 00:01:15.480 Well, we start with a central idea or question, for example, 00:01:15.720 --> 00:01:17.490 how does water shape our world? 00:01:18.120 --> 00:01:21.960 This could tie together science, geography, and even art. 00:01:22.470 --> 00:01:26.340 Usually, I like to start with either my science or my humanities curriculum. 00:01:26.729 --> 00:01:28.830 Next we'll identify our learning goals. 00:01:29.160 --> 00:01:32.940 You look at your curriculum standards, and you pick your goals from the different 00:01:32.940 --> 00:01:35.220 subjects that align with your topic. 00:01:35.520 --> 00:01:40.259 For example, if you're looking at how water shapes our world, you might want 00:01:40.259 --> 00:01:44.460 to teach, report writing in English so that students will be able to write 00:01:44.520 --> 00:01:49.979 a report in science, or perhaps you want to do poetry with a water theme. 00:01:50.280 --> 00:01:53.070 So have a look at where in your English and maths curriculum you 00:01:53.070 --> 00:01:57.540 have overlap, and then you teach your science and your Humanaties there. 00:01:58.260 --> 00:02:00.630 Next create hands-on activities. 00:02:00.839 --> 00:02:04.260 Think about projects or experiments where students can explore 00:02:04.260 --> 00:02:06.390 the topic in multiple ways. 00:02:06.899 --> 00:02:11.430 For example, they could build a model of the water cycle and then you're meeting 00:02:11.640 --> 00:02:16.440 the science outcomes as well as art outcomes, as well as design outcomes. 00:02:16.950 --> 00:02:19.170 You may also want to incorporate student voice. 00:02:19.320 --> 00:02:23.550 So ask students what they're curious about within their topic and let their 00:02:23.610 --> 00:02:26.550 interests shape some of the lessons. 00:02:27.360 --> 00:02:32.820 And finally reflect and adapt after each integrated lesson, reflect 00:02:32.820 --> 00:02:34.529 on what worked and what didn't. 00:02:34.829 --> 00:02:38.219 And this will help you refine your approach over time. 00:02:38.940 --> 00:02:44.010 From my experience, integrated lessons, not only engage students, 00:02:44.250 --> 00:02:48.630 but also make your teaching more dynamic and fun for you. 00:02:49.560 --> 00:02:52.890 Now, if you're listening to this and you're thinking, well, this sounds 00:02:52.890 --> 00:02:56.430 amazing, but where do I even start? 00:02:56.730 --> 00:02:57.600 You're not alone. 00:02:58.260 --> 00:03:01.469 Planning integrated lessons takes time. 00:03:01.829 --> 00:03:05.910 Creativity and often lots of trial and error. 00:03:06.510 --> 00:03:11.519 It's one thing to have the steps laid out for you, but it's quite another to bring 00:03:11.519 --> 00:03:17.130 them to life in a way that works for your students, and for your teaching style. 00:03:17.790 --> 00:03:22.740 That's where having a teaching buddy or a coach can make all the difference. 00:03:23.279 --> 00:03:25.170 Imagine having someone in your corner. 00:03:25.589 --> 00:03:28.050 Someone that you can brainstorm with. 00:03:28.850 --> 00:03:33.230 Someone that can help you map out those big ideas and guide you through 00:03:33.230 --> 00:03:37.670 the process of turning them into something practical and doable. 00:03:38.220 --> 00:03:39.990 I know that many of you are lonely. 00:03:40.350 --> 00:03:43.800 You might not have someone in your corner to bounce ideas off. 00:03:44.190 --> 00:03:48.390 You might not have a teaching partner that shares your philosophy. 00:03:48.660 --> 00:03:53.370 Or even someone who's big on sharing ideas and planning together. 00:03:54.420 --> 00:03:56.340 Teaching is a demanding job. 00:03:56.940 --> 00:03:59.190 And can sometimes also be a lonely job. 00:03:59.670 --> 00:04:04.410 And trying to do everything on your own can sometimes also be really overwhelming. 00:04:05.160 --> 00:04:09.810 A coach can help you lighten the load, and make planning, not just 00:04:09.810 --> 00:04:12.390 manageable, but truly enjoyable. 00:04:12.810 --> 00:04:15.269 Let's talk about why having this kind of support 00:04:15.540 --> 00:04:18.510 isn't just helpful, but it's essential. 00:04:19.320 --> 00:04:22.320 So why should teachers have coaches? 00:04:23.160 --> 00:04:24.450 Well, why not? 00:04:24.690 --> 00:04:27.660 Athletes have coaches, businessmen and women have coaches. 00:04:27.660 --> 00:04:31.710 And some people even have life coaches and nutrition, coaches and gym coaches. 00:04:32.420 --> 00:04:35.580 All just to help people achieve their best. 00:04:36.420 --> 00:04:38.610 So why shouldn't teachers have coaches? 00:04:39.420 --> 00:04:43.080 I know the idea of coaching might feel like, oh, another thing. 00:04:43.650 --> 00:04:45.480 But let's just break it down for a minute. 00:04:46.290 --> 00:04:49.800 Having a coach can actually give you a fresh perspective. 00:04:50.330 --> 00:04:54.120 A coach helps you see your lessons through new eyes. 00:04:54.630 --> 00:04:59.820 They'll point out opportunities that you may have missed and suggest small 00:04:59.820 --> 00:05:02.610 changes that can make a big impact. 00:05:03.240 --> 00:05:06.450 Having a coach also holds you accountable. 00:05:07.500 --> 00:05:13.230 We all have great ideas, but sometimes life gets in the way and 00:05:13.230 --> 00:05:18.750 a coach helps you to stay on track and follow through on your plans. 00:05:19.630 --> 00:05:23.370 A coach also gives you the support that you deserve. 00:05:23.730 --> 00:05:24.960 Teaching is tough. 00:05:25.500 --> 00:05:27.480 And you shouldn't have to do it alone. 00:05:28.240 --> 00:05:32.970 A coach is there to brainstorm with you to cheer you on and to 00:05:32.970 --> 00:05:34.800 help you navigate challenges. 00:05:35.520 --> 00:05:36.570 And here's the big one. 00:05:37.200 --> 00:05:39.690 Having a coach actually helps you grow. 00:05:40.320 --> 00:05:45.239 You can't keep using the same lesson plans year after year after year, and expect to 00:05:45.239 --> 00:05:48.570 stay energized or inspire your students. 00:05:49.109 --> 00:05:53.760 Growth happens when you step out of your comfort zone and you try new things. 00:05:54.469 --> 00:05:59.010 And plus coaching, doesn't just benefit your teaching, it benefits you. 00:05:59.789 --> 00:06:04.169 It can reignite your passion for education and remind you of why you 00:06:04.169 --> 00:06:05.969 became a teacher in the first place. 00:06:06.929 --> 00:06:11.580 Now if all the sounds like something you would love to explore. 00:06:11.700 --> 00:06:12.900 I have an offer for you. 00:06:13.440 --> 00:06:19.500 I'm opening up, one hour coaching sessions, especially designed 00:06:19.739 --> 00:06:22.080 to help teachers like you. 00:06:22.950 --> 00:06:29.070 In our session, we'll look at your current lesson plans and we'll identify ways 00:06:29.070 --> 00:06:35.609 that we can make them more engaging, have more hands-on, and integrated, so 00:06:35.609 --> 00:06:39.840 that you can meet multiple curriculum outcomes, and you're not scrambling 00:06:39.840 --> 00:06:43.560 to find additional lesson ideas and assessments at the last minute 00:06:43.620 --> 00:06:45.120 because you haven't covered something. 00:06:46.289 --> 00:06:51.330 We'll talk through any challenges you're facing, and we're going 00:06:51.330 --> 00:06:53.400 to find solutions together. 00:06:54.099 --> 00:06:56.060 Even though it's the end of the year. 00:06:56.750 --> 00:07:00.859 Now is also the perfect time to start thinking about next year. 00:07:01.760 --> 00:07:06.109 Imagine walking into your classroom in January or February with a fresh plan 00:07:06.409 --> 00:07:08.869 that excites both you and your students. 00:07:09.560 --> 00:07:13.039 So listen, if you're ready to try something new, and take 00:07:13.039 --> 00:07:14.630 your teaching to the next level. 00:07:15.169 --> 00:07:19.580 And get the support you need and deserve book a session with me. 00:07:19.960 --> 00:07:23.989 I'll leave a link in the show notes for you, or you can visit resources. 00:07:24.039 --> 00:07:30.399 bloomingcurious.com/coaching to access coaching at my low 00:07:30.429 --> 00:07:35.379 introductory offer which will include a free planning template. 00:07:36.429 --> 00:07:37.809 So that's it for this week. 00:07:38.089 --> 00:07:41.179 Thank you so much for tuning into this episode of blooming curious. 00:07:41.209 --> 00:07:46.969 I hope you're feeling inspired to explore new ways of planning and to invest in 00:07:46.969 --> 00:07:49.819 the support you deserve as a teacher. 00:07:50.479 --> 00:07:55.819 If you love this episode, make sure to subscribe and please leave a review. 00:07:55.819 --> 00:07:58.789 It really helps more teachers find this podcast. 00:07:59.239 --> 00:08:02.539 And don't forget to share this episode with a colleague who might 00:08:02.539 --> 00:08:05.329 need a little extra inspiration. 00:08:06.229 --> 00:08:08.659 So until next week, same time, same place. 00:08:09.019 --> 00:08:13.549 Remember the curiosity, isn't just a trait to superpower. 00:08:14.179 --> 00:08:18.229 So until next week, stay blooming curious.