KindlED

We're continuing summer break with #5 of our Top 10 Season 1 episodes.

Ever wondered how transforming education from within can ignite a child's natural curiosity? Kaity and Adriane chat with Trevor MacKenzie, an experienced teacher, author, keynote speaker, and inquiry consultant, about this question and more. Trevor shares his journey of reshaping the educational landscape, emphasizing the importance of fostering strong teacher-student relationships and creating psychologically safe learning environments. He reveals how a values-driven, student-focused approach can significantly enhance academic achievement and student agency.

Get inspired by the stories of students transitioning from traditional to inquiry-based learning environments and the role parents play in nurturing a love for learning at home. Trevor discusses the necessity of scaffolding and gradually introducing students to different levels of inquiry to build their agency. With tips on creating psychologically safe spaces and fostering resilience, this episode is a treasure trove for anyone invested in modern education.

Don't miss the chance to learn how to empower children to explore their interests and thrive.

ABOUT THE GUEST:
Trevor MacKenzie is an experienced teacher, author, keynote speaker and inquiry
consultant who has worked in schools throughout Australia, Asia, North America, South Africa, and Europe. He is an inquiry practitioner currently as a teacher with the Greater Victoria School District in Victoria, Canada. He has three publications: Dive into Inquiry, Inquiry Mindset Elementary Edition, and Inquiry Mindset Assessment Edition. He has vast experience supporting schools across several years in implementation strategies in public schools, international schools, and International Baccalaureate programs.

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About the podcast:
The KindlED Podcast explores the science of nurturing children's potential and creating empowering learning environments.

Powered by Prenda Microschools, each episode offers actionable insights to help you ignite your child's love of learning. We'll dive into evidence-based tools and techniques that kindle young learners' curiosity, motivation, and well-being.

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