Nov. 21, 2019

122: Find the moment and reflect. - William Illingworth chats with us about engaging in the hard topics, admitting when you fail, and the power of finding a moment to reflect.

William Illingworth chats with us about engaging in the hard topics, admitting when you fail, and the power of finding a moment to reflect.

William talks about how he is like a 3rd party reflection point, and shares a personal story of why we need to celebrate everything.

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/williamillingworth

0:58 - Chatting about the new book from Thomas C. Murray, "Personal and Authentic."
5:50 - Previewing the episode with William Illingworth.
8:52 - William introduces himself.
10:22 - William's failure: Rolling out a new vendor solution, and having to go back to the old solution when it failed.
15:13 - William's success: Implementing Nearpod to increase engagement.
20:11 - What's got William excited about education: Discourse.
- William references the Equity Maps App.
23:23 - William's advice for new teachers: Reflect.
26:17 - 6 questions answered in 15 seconds or less.
29:40 - How to connect with William.

EdTech Tool: Google
Book: Audiobook: "The Mapmaker’s Apprentice" by CJ Archer
Who to Follow on Twitter: @irvspanish, @LangOnCourse, #SchoologyChat
YouTube/Podcast/Website/Blog: The library.
Daily/Weekly/Monthly Routine: Take. Notes.
Best piece of advice you've ever received: "Celebrate everything." - William's dad.

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