137: Think of teaching like a taco. - Kate MacFarlane chats with us about building relationships, connecting with others, and why we should think of teaching like a taco.

18 year veteran teacher, Kate MacFarlane, chats with us about building relationships, connecting with others, and why we should think of teaching like a taco.

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/katemacfarlane

Episode Highlights

• 0:46 - Chatting about our friend, Jorge Valenzuela's new book, "Rev Up Robotics." Follow Jorge @jorgedoespbl.
• 6:39 - Previewing the episode with Kate MacFarlane (@PrimarilyKate)
• 9:24 - Kate introduces herself.
• 12:00 - Kate's failure: Attempting to implement an idea to help with a divisive environment, and making it worse.
• 16:11 - Kate's success: Teaching 2nd graders that were struggling. Setting up co-teaching and seeing success in students.
• 18:04 - What's keeping Kate excited about education right now: Connecting with other educators.
• 20:31 - Kate's advice to teachers: Think of teaching like a taco.
• 22:39 - Chatting about Teachers Pay Teachers. Kate recommend's Kayse Morris's course.
• 24:35 - 6 questions answered in 15 seconds or less.
• 26:16 - How to connect with Kate.

Kate's Recommendations

• EdTech Tool: FlipGrid
• Book: "Think and Grow Rich" by Napolean Hill.
• Who to Follow on Instagram: eddiebcomedy
• YouTube/Podcast/Website/Blog: classroomscreen.com 
• Daily/Weekly/Monthly Routine: Gratitude journal.
• Best piece of advice you've ever received: This too, shall pass.

Links to Connect With Kate

• Website: primarilykate.com
• Facebook Page: Primarily Teaching
• Instagram: @PrimarilyKate