Rachelle Dené Poth - Fearless Teaching: Embracing the Changes in Education

The educator shares their journey of embracing change in teaching by integrating emerging technologies like augmented reality and artificial intelligence into their Spanish classroom. They emphasize the importance of adapting teaching methods, taking risks, and engaging students in new ways. The educator highlights the value of continuous learning and preparing students for an uncertain future by providing opportunities to explore and create with language and technology.

What motivated the educator to change their teaching methods?

• A desire to become a technology expert

• Realization that not all students will major in Spanish

• Pressure from school administration

• A need to reduce classroom workload

Which technologies did the educator incorporate into their classroom?

• Quantum Computing

• 3D Printing and Robotics

• Augmented and Virtual Reality

• Blockchain and Cryptocurrency

How did the educator respond to pushback from students?

• By reverting to traditional teaching methods

• By reducing the use of technology

• By ignoring the feedback

• By exploring augmented and virtual reality

What is the educator's approach to using Google Translate in lessons?

• Encouraging students to explore its benefits and limitations

• Prohibiting its use entirely

• Using it as the primary teaching tool

• Ignoring its existence

What is the educator's main goal in adapting to changes in education and technology?

• To become a leading expert in technology

• To focus solely on language learning

• To reduce teaching workload

• To provide students with comprehensive learning opportunities