Best Steve Dotson Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 12 Back to School - First Day Tips from Our Guests 24:05

10M ago24:05

24:05

Welcome back, teachers! In this special back-to-school episode of the Great Teachers Movement Podcast, we’ve gathered the best first-day-of-school tips from some of our favorite past guests. Whether you’re a seasoned educator or just starting your teaching journey, these tips will help set a positive tone, build relationships with students, and cre…

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Episode 11 Back to School with Pat and Steve 24:31

10M ago24:31

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Co-hosts Pat Hendrickson, Ed.D., Core Variable, and Steve Smith, M.A., C.P.P. 1st Person Seminar In this episode of the Great Teachers Movement podcast, Steve talks with Pat about her recent transition to a new school. Pat shares her experiences, discussing both the challenges and opportunities that come with starting fresh in a new environment. Th…

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Episode 10 Helping Students Pass Gen Ed: Success Strategies and Insights with Megan Dotson 35:43

11M ago35:43

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Guest Megan Dotson, MAE Professor, Developmental Studies, West Kentucky Community and Technical College (WKCTC) Disclaimer: The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. In this episode of the Great Teachers Movement podcast, Pat and Steve chat with Megan Dotson, a seasoned profess…

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Episode 9 From Clinician to Educator: An Interview with Nurse Educator Mary Jo Westerfield 42:36

11M ago42:36

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Guest Mary Jo Westerfield, R.N. Instructor, ASN, Somerset Community College, Kentucky, USA Former Director of Obstetrics at Saint Joseph London, London, Kentucky Disclaimer: The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. In this episode, we sit down with Mary Jo, a dedicated nurse a…

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Special Episode Broadcast from the National Great Teachers Seminar 24:23

11M ago24:23

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Guests: Shari Thompson, Hopkinsville Community College, TN Mursalata Muhammad, Grand Rapids Community College, MI Maayan Ornath, Nashville State Community College; TN Ashley Garrett, Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College (SKYCTC), KY Disclaimer: The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of …

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Episode 8 Reaching the Reluctant Learner: Active Techniques That Work with Carolyn Ives and Paul Martin (Part 2) 51:49

12M ago51:49

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Guests: Carolyn Ives, M.A., and Paul Martin, Ph.D. Carolyn Ives (she/her) is a Coordinator, Learning and Faculty Development and co-chair of the Learning Design and Innovations Department at Thompson Rivers University (TRU). She is a former faculty member in English at MacEwan University and at TRU, and she has also held previous roles as Academic …

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Episode 7 Books that Transform Teaching with Carolyn Ives and Paul Martin (Part 1) 39:03

1y ago39:03

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Guests: Carolyn Ives, M.A., and Paul Martin, Ph.D. Carolyn Ives (she/her) is a Coordinator, Learning and Faculty Development and co-chair of the Learning Design and Innovations Department at Thompson Rivers University (TRU). She is a former faculty member in English at MacEwan University and at TRU, and she has also held previous roles as Academic …

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Episode 6 Rethinking Teaching: Collaborative Curves, Gamification, and Kindness with Missi Patterson 46:07

1y ago46:07

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Guest: Missi Patterson, Ph.D. Professor Of Psychology, Austin Community College Past President of Texas Community College Teachers Association Piper Award Nominee for Austin Community College NISOD Excellence Award for Teaching Disclaimer: The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podca…

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Episode 5 Life Lessons Beyond the Classroom with Elizabeth Burton 36:27

1y ago36:27

36:27

Guest: Elizabeth Burton Assistant Professor of English at Hopkinsville Community College Writer of (mostly) literary fiction Disclaimer: The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. In this episode, we dive into the transformative power of teaching with Elizabeth, an inspiring edu…

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Episode 4 Navigating Modern Education: Embracing Ambiguity with David Wohl 59:02

1y ago59:02

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Guest: David Wohl, Ph.D. Professor and Dean Emeritus, Winthrop University Formerly, Dean of the College of Visual and Performing Arts at Winthrop University and Dean of Arts and Humanities at West Virginia State University Disclaimer: The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. W…

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Episode 3 Beyond the Classroom: Insights from a Great Teachers Veteran with Sherry Woitte 42:12

1y ago42:12

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Guest: Sherry Woitte Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies at the University of Alberta, Canada Disclaimer: The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. In this episode of the Great Teachers Movement podcast, we delve into the enriching journey of Sherry Woitte, a seasoned po…

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Episode 2 Engaging Students through Relational Teaching and AI Integration with John Haney 48:37

1y ago48:37

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Guest: John Haney Retired Senior Executive, Royal Canadian Mounted Police Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, MacEwen University Director, ThreeSixty Analysis Inc. Disclaimer: The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. In this episode, we are joined by John Haney, a seasone…

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Episode 1 Cultivating Mindfulness in the Classroom with Elaine Cruse 28:05

1y ago28:05

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Disclaimer: The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. In this episode, we explore the practice of mindfulness in educational settings. Our guest, Elaine Cruse, a licensed pharmacist, pharmacy tech and clinical instructor, shares her expertise and experiences, offering valuable …

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Introduction to the Great Teachers Movement Podcast 2:00

1y ago2:00

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Welcome to The Great Teachers Movement Podcast! Hosts Pat and Steve embark on an exhilarating journey into the world of teaching, blending seminar experiences with thought-provoking conversations. Each week, they feature guests who have participated in, facilitated, or hosted seminars, exploring the essence of being a great teacher. This podcast is…