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What does it mean to be educated for today's modern learner? With the rise in technology, is education a dying field? Are teachers necessary?Join middle school teachers Alyssa and Andre as they explore the ins and outs of today's education system through the lens of equity and social justice. Each episode will explore relevant topics in education from the perspective of two black teachers in an urban school setting.
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It's been a while but the TLU duo has reintroduced podcasting into their already busy schedules. Join Alyssa and Andre on this week's episode where they get into some of their inner thoughts about the education system and answer questions like "What would you do if you sat in 'the big chair'?" and "Can a colleague ever become a friend?". Get caught…
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Being a Dance Mom comes with its own set of struggles; microaggressions are not supposed to be one of them. On this week's episode of TLU Alyssa and Andre unpack how extra-curricular experiences have an effect on how students present themselves in the classroom on a day-to-day basis. Are we recognizing the shield or invisible backpack that our stud…
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The crew has gone from being fired to being a part of the 'hunger games' to getting interviews for new positions. On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre bring this job security mini series to a close. Tune in to find out if they have secured jobs for next school year or if they are joining the winds of change and throwing thei…
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The last couple of weeks have been a rollercoaster of emotions. Yes, they still are fired but there is reason to celebrate because the provincial government is making Black History mandatory learning. Tune in to this weeks episode of TLU as Alyssa and Andre share some behind the scene details around the "reconstructing of department position" and g…
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Back from the winter break and into a new year! Tune into the Teachers Like Us Duo of Alyssa and Andre as they discuss a problem that no one seems to be talking about anymore; what happened to the supply teachers? Are people tired of complaining? Or Has the teaching profession fallen to the bottom of the list of career choices? Support the show…
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Life has been LIFEING but the TLU Team is back with a topic that schools have been focusing on around the world; cellphone usage. Tune in as Alyssa and Andre provide tips for parents, discuss healthy social media habits and unpack the potential risks that come with having "keyboard courage". It's Real Teachers. Real Talk. Support the show…
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It's crazy to think we live in a world where you can double tap the "wrong" post or make a comment that isn't widely accepted and all of a sudden you wake up to find your home address posted for the world to see. On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us Alyssa and Andre get into this new "doxxing culture" and what that could mean for teachers. Su…
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Schools are experiencing violence and schools are being told that the solution is building authentic relationships. Is that really true? What happens next when we are not seeing positive outcomes? On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre talk about how visiting pasts students can remind someone why they became a teacher, Andre's…
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Trendy Teachers are doing anything to go viral nowadays. Is getting likes and comments more important than positively impacting your school community? Check out this week's episode of Teachers Like Us as Andre and Alyssa talk about leaving schools, starting new jobs and how to get some of these teachers off of social media. Support the show…
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Have you ever witnessed a situation at school where you were sure one of the students involved would be suspended; only for that student to be back at school the next day? On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre address some of the reasons why that student was allowed to be at school the next day and why building community with…
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Can you name at least one teacher that showed they cared about you? The Premiere, the Minister of Education and the media make it seem as if good teachers do not exist in the profession or that teachers are only in the profession for the money. On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre combat some of the negative perspectives con…
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Ford wants to lower the education requirements for police officers? How is our community going to be impacted by this? What is the plan for the shortages in other public sectors like education and nursing? Join Alyssa and Andre on this week's episode of Teachers Like Us as they try to decipher the initiatives being presented by the government in On…
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"Minister Lech" is back again with more paperwork and zero clarity. On this week's episode of Teacher Like Us, Alyssa and Andre highlight some interesting takeaways from Bill 98, The Better Schools and Student Outcomes Act. Is this going to take education a step in the right direction or is this an attempt to have more control over the education sy…
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"Differentiate for every child" but "have the same expectations for all" but "adjust your expectations to the child". How do you look for the same results while having every student do something different? On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre discuss the tug of war that all teachers wrestle with on a day-to-day basis; balanc…
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Teachers are burnt out, students don't like school and the system doesn't have the answers to fix things. On this week's episode of Teachers Like Us, Alyssa and Andre try to pull back the curtain to explore the root causes of the issues happening in Education today. Is it the kids, the teachers or the government? Support the show…
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Hey educators! Have you figured out what your class and/or school is doing for Black History Month? Well you've come to the right place. On this week's episode, Alyssa and Andre break down some tips you can use to successfully integrate and highlight the history and accomplishments of the African Diaspora in your school. Support the show…
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Happy New Year Listeners! Check out this week's episode of TLU as Alyssa and Andre talk about how they decided to "turn in their poor cards" and unpack the importance of having school climate lessons at every school. Stay to the end to hear tips on how to create your climate lessons for your own school! Support the show…
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Season 5 Episode 10 During this week's episode Alyssa and Andre talk about how life is represented on social media, along with how to impact the mental health of students in schools where time is never in abundance. We would also like to send our condolences to the friends, family and adoring fans of Stephen Boss aka Twitch, a World Icon. Support t…
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