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Send us a textEpisode 65 Falling for Learning PodcastPlease subscribe to our YouTube channel and listen to Falling for Learning Podcast on Apple Podcasts (or your preferred podcast platform)!Episode 65 of Falling for Learning Podcast features Dr. Deonna Smith, a veteran educator and author. Dr. Smith discusses the importance of fostering joy in learning. She emphasizes the value of inquiry-based education, as experienced in her Montessori schooling. Dr. Smith highlights the need for culturally responsive practices, especially for underrepresented students, and advocates for developmentally appropriate preparation. She warns against over-reliance on technology and suggests inquiry-based activities like baking or watching movies to enhance learning. Dr. Smith also promotes exposure to diverse cultures and offers resources like her book Rooted in Joy and free strategies for incorporating joy in education.Connect with Dr. Smith: Get her freebie - https://purple-tiger-24284.myflodesk.com/mia362nox1Instagram @DeonnasmithLinkedIn - Deonna SmithYouTube - That's Just Good Teaching Get the book Rooted in Joy - https://a.co/d/aeFSMBU#RethinkEducation #FallingForLearning #JoyInEducation #EffectiveLearning #EngageKidsSupport the showWe drop new episodes every Saturday at 5 p.m. Pacific Time. Follow us: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fallingforlearning/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/fallingforlearning/https://linktr.ee/falling4learning
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