157: Every day is different. - Brian Bates chats with us about finding what you're meant to do, going with the flow, and appreciating that every day is different.

Digital Learning Coordinator, Brian Bates, chats with us about finding what you're meant to do, going with the flow, and appreciating that every day is different.

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/brianbates

Episode Highlights

• 1:01 - Talking about Spring break...before we knew that almost everyone would be on a much longer break from their classrooms. Get
• 9:06 - Previewing the episode with Brian Bates.
• 12:36 - Brian introduces himself.
• 15:03 - Brian's failure: Realizing administration wasn't the right fit.
• 18:08 - Brian's success: Realizing he made the right decision.
• 19:29 - What's keeping Brian excited about education right now: The shift of ownership from the teacher to the student.
• 22:04 - Brian's advice for teachers: Every day is different, it’s ok to go with the flow
• 23:39 - Brian shares what he thinks is the hardest of providing professional development to educators.
• 25:50 - 6 questions answered in 15 seconds or less.
• 27L53 - How to connect with Brian.

Brian's Recommendations

• EdTech Tool: Google Maps
• Book:
  • "Humble Pi" by Matt Parker
  • "When" by Daniel Pink
• Who to Follow on Social Media:
  • Matt Miller @jmattmiller
  • Robert Kaplinsky @robertkaplinsky
  • Dr. Robert Dillon @drrobertdillon
• YouTube/Podcast/Website/Blog: www.ltcillinois.org
• Daily/Weekly/Monthly Routine: Reading Education Week.
• Best piece of advice you've ever received: “There is only one way to eat an elephant: one bite at a time”

Links to Connect With Brian

• Website: ltcillinois.org
• Twitter: @_brianbates