221: The attention we give each other

Be a Better Ally: critical conversations for K12 educators

Tricia speaks with Naomi and Kyra from Making Stuff Better about their upcoming event and the intentionality behind their work. They discuss the importance of resourcefulness, noticing, and community in education, as well as the need to rethink traditional educational practices. The conversation emphasizes the power of unscripted dialogue, active participation, and trust within teams to foster creativity and innovation in educational settings. In this conversation, Kyra, Naomi, and Tricia discuss the innovative approaches to educational conferences and professional development, emphasizing the need for human-centric experiences that prioritize reflection, storytelling, and community building. Ready to join them June 5th? https://makingstuffbetter.com/resourcing-yourself-in-a-time-of-uncertainty/#waitlist Chapters 00:00 The Intentionality Behind Making Stuff Better 02:57 Noticing and Resourcefulness in Education 05:57 The Power of Conversation and Community 11:55 Rethinking Educational Practices 15:01 Embracing Improv and Unscripted Conversations 19:53 Active Participation and Trust in Team Dynamics 24:57 Imagining New Possibilities for Conferences 26:25 Reimagining Educational Conferences 31:39 Human-Centric Professional Development 39:11 The Importance of Reflection and Storytelling 44:03 Engaging Student Voices in Education 49:42 Resourcing and Community Building