• Key Connections for Educators

  • By: Nathan Key
  • Podcast

Key Connections for Educators

By: Nathan Key
  • Summary

  • Experienced educators, Hannah Knecht and Nate Key, discuss relevant topics and best practices unique to the industry to empower you as an educator. Whether a trainer in the corporate world, a professional in academia, or a teacher in the K-12 classroom, Key Connections for Educators gives a voice for educators to share ideas and build community as impact players, reimagining where talent, passion, and learning connect.
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Episodes
  • 03 - Communicating our value as educators
    Oct 15 2024

    In this episode, Hannah and Nate delve into the transformative role of educators in fostering intrinsic motivation and growth mindset in students. They discuss the importance of student-led, engaging education that encourages perseverance and critical thinking, breaking free from outdated models. The conversation extends to the rapid changes in the corporate and educational landscapes, highlighting the need for continual learning and proficient change management. Key points include strategies for trainers and leaders to manage resistance to change by aligning goals and promoting growth. Notable references include Liz Wiseman's 'Multipliers' and John Dewey's educational philosophy.


    00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

    00:11 The Role of Educators in Inspiring Intrinsic Motivation

    01:33 Engaging Students Through Ownership of Learning

    02:00 Real-Life Classroom Experiences

    04:56 The Industrial Revolution's Impact on Education

    06:23 The Shift Towards Growth Mindset

    07:23 The Future of Education and Critical Thinking

    08:22 Embracing the Growth Mindset

    08:56 Perseverance and Grit in Education

    09:38 The Role of Education in Social Progress

    10:17 Navigating Constant Change

    12:03 Understanding Resistance to Change

    13:29 Communicating the Value of Education

    15:08 Call to Action for Educators

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    17 mins
  • 02 - Challenging the stigma around education
    Oct 15 2024

    Join Nate and Hannah as they tackle the persistent stigma surrounding teaching and training, tracing its origins to George Bernard Shaw's quote from 'Man and Superman.' They discuss historical contexts, including the impact of the Industrial Revolution on education, and explore the evolution of training from apprenticeships to modern corporate programs. This episode highlights the critical role of leaders as educators and mentors, referencing an insightful Harvard Business Review article. They debunk myths about digital-age training, using the 'Matrix' analogy, and propose strategies to shift cultural paradigms and elevate the importance of educators.


    00:00 Challenging the Stigma Around Teaching

    00:43 The Importance of Education and Training

    01:41 Personal Experiences with Teaching Stigma

    02:52 Valuing the Role of Trainers

    04:48 Understanding the Cultural Paradigm

    06:05 The Industrial Revolution's Impact on Education

    07:58 Reducing Costs in Education

    08:11 The Learning Curve and Measuring Progress

    08:55 Historical Perspective: Apprenticeships vs. Modern Training

    10:20 The Role of Leaders as Teachers

    12:53 Challenges in Training and Development

    13:57 The Matrix and Instant Gratification in Learning

    15:37 Technology's Impact on Learning

    16:47 The Slow and Meticulous Process of Education

    17:01 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser

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    18 mins
  • Teaser - Communicating the Value of Education
    1 min

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