To Grow as a Teacher, Embrace the Unusual

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Melvin Lehman May 15, 2020

How can you become a better teacher? In Intentional Growth, Melvin explores a range of steps you can take to develop your understanding and your ability to communicate. In this excerpt, he highlights an uncomfortable strategy: teach in unusual situations. Although Melvin doesn’t mention Meet, Zoom, or Teams, his advice highlights the opportunities for growth during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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