The Imperfect Teacher

Meet here each week to join a community of elementary teachers who are seeking to better connect with their families, friends, and students; we may not have all the answers, but we sure can have fun searching for them together!

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Episode 2: Transitioning to a Virtual Classroom

In Episode 2, I discuss the challenges, and the opportunities of teaching virtually from home. In my state of Oregon, we have been ordered by our governor to pivot to online education for the next month, or perhaps longer. This extreme change poses difficulties, and could easily become a virtual rabbit hole of anxiety for you and your students if not approached with a strong mindset that students need as much normalcy as possible, and that starting simple is the best way to approach this seismic...

Mar 27, 2020•14 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Episode 1: Recharge in order to be ready

As schools around the United States head into Spring Break uncertain about what follows, The Imperfect Teacher, also know as Deanna Crackel, discusses the need to give yourself permission to recharge, the importance of embracing the uncertainty of this changing world, and why you should trust that you are ready to tackle this unprecedented challenge.

Mar 21, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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