The Epic Classroom with Trevor Muir

Jan 22 2025 58 ep. 25 mins 18

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Trevor Muir shares ideas, stories, and inspiration for teachers to create and lead a more memorable and transformational classroom.

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Do We Still Need Teachers?

Jan 22 2025 31 mins

Watch the Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L3HLzzrwYSw If we have artificial intelligence, do we still need school? Will it replace traditional classrooms? Is AI better at teaching reading and writing and math? Can school take place from a computer? Does learning always have to be plugged in? If we have chatbots with limitless knowledge and information, the entire world, at o

Y is For Yet- Growth Mindset with Shannon Anderson

Jan 17 2025 46 mins

In this episode, I had an incredible conversation with Shannon Anderson about growth mindset and helping students develop one. Shannon is an award-winning children's book author, teacher, and national speaker. She served as the regional advisor for the Indiana Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators and was named one of the Top 10 Teachers who inspired the Today Show in

The Long Game of Teaching

Dec 17 2024 18 mins

The impact of teachers stretches far beyond the physical time with students in the classroom. But the extent of the long reach of teachers is hard to remember in the midst of all of the challenges. Here's a little story of a teacher from my past and a near-miraculous meeting 30 years later.

The Power of Yet

Dec 04 2024 30 mins

Today we talk about math class, slapping the word YET onto the end of certain sentences, a 99 year-old skydiver, and why teaching a growth mindset is one of the most important tasks of every educator. Free YET posters: https://www.trevormuir.com/yet-posters

A Feast for Connection: Building Community in School

Nov 25 2024 17 mins

In this episode, I share a tradition from my first school: hosting a Thanksgiving feast for the entire school. More than just a meal, it was a way to build a sense of community, foster connections, and help students feel a deeper bond with their school. We’ll explore how creating a culture of belonging can impact student engagement and learning—and how small, intentional effort

Teaching Collaborative Problem Solving

Nov 13 2024 21 mins

Creative struggle is difficult, but it's also important. In this technology age, students have become so used to instant gratification, accessing the information and the answers they need instantly rather than dealing with the stress and frustration that can come with creative problem solving. But the reality is, sometimes the struggle is necessary. So as educators, we have to teac

Teaching in This Charged Political Climate

Oct 30 2024 22 mins

There is a measurable uptick in mean and divisive behavior in schools right now, almost as if children are mirroring the current political climate. Let's talk about leading students in this charged political climate. www.trevormuir.com www.trevormuir.com/speaking

The AI Dilemma in Classrooms: Ban or Adapt?

Sep 26 2024 33 mins

In this episode, we dive into the growing concern among educators about the impact of AI tools like ChatGPT in the classroom. With only 6% of American teachers believing AI does more good than harm, we explore the fears surrounding academic dishonesty, shortcuts, and the loss of critical thinking. However, banning AI isn’t the solution. We discuss strategies for adapting to AI by

The Power of Outdoor Learning

Sep 16 2024 24 mins

From exposure to vitamin D and its positive effects on our well-being, to the cognitive benefits that come with fresh air, to the innate joy and freedom of being outdoors, outdoor learning is beneficial for both students—and teachers. In this episode I share some ideas for how any teacher can get outside more with their students. Read the article: https://www.trevormuir.com/blog/

The Impact of Teachers

May 20 2024 35 mins

Some of our most impact childhood memories happen in school. Teachers and other educators have a massive influence on their students' identities, memories, and future. Let's dive into that and explore the brain science of why that happens and how we can leave our students with a positive impression of school. https://www.newteachermindset.com/ https://www.newteachermindset.com/book