Shaping the Teacher Identity 101: Teacher Foundations Edition

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3 HOURS

"Shaping the Teacher Identity 101: Teacher Foundations Edition" is a transformative e-course designed to help educators cultivate a strong and authentic teaching identity. Rooted in culturally affirming and student-centered pedagogy, this course guides educators—whether new or experienced—through the foundational principles of self-awareness, instructional integrity, and reflective practice. Through engaging lessons, educators will explore how their personal values, experiences, and biases shape their teaching approach, ultimately fostering a more inclusive and impactful learning environment.

Course Overview

Welcome to STTI 101: Teacher Foundations Edition
“Shaping the Teacher Identity” (purchase now)
How to Create the STTI 101 Folder on Google Drive
How to Activate & Use the STTI 101 Teacher Foundations Workbook

What is STORI?
STORIs of Teachers
Recap & Next Steps
Resource Link Page
Identity Talk with Lily Cornielle (STORI)
Identity Talk with Shauna Brown (Determine Your Why)
Story of Teacher Origin (STORI) Worksheet

What is the Zone of Genius?
How the Zone of Genius Applies to Our Work as Educators
What Are Expert Zones?
Recap & Next Steps
Resource Link Page (EZOG)
How Teachers Can Make the Most of Their Unique Talents (Edutopia Article)
Identity Talk with Cornelius George (Educator Zone of Genius)
Identity Talk with Megan Daly (Create Opportunities Where They Don’t Exist)
Educator Zone of Genius Worksheet

What is KNAC?
Steps of Becoming a Master Practitioner
Daily Reflection
Professional Development Opportunities
Building a Network of Mentors
Recap & Next Steps
Resource Link Page (KNAC)
“How to Obtain PDPs During the Pandemic” (Edutopia Article)
Identity Talk with Chandra Joseph-Lacet (KNAC)
Develop Your KNAC Plan

Complete the End-of-Program Survey

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