009 - Reflections of a Screaming Contortionist

Bonnie Nieves is a high school Biology teacher with a Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction and Educational Leadership and is a member of the MassCUE board of directors. She is passionate about creating immersive and authentic experiences that fuel curiosity and creating student-centered, culturally responsive learning spaces that promote equity and inclusion. Her upcoming book focuses on practical classroom strategies to help teachers move toward student-centered teaching.

Key Takeaways

Approach things from an abundance mindset Learning is about potential Create inter disciplinary clusters Give time to reflect Authenticity is key Listen past a people's words Ask probing questions Don't give too many opportunities and burnout teachers

Contact Bonnie

Twitter: @biologygoddess

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Instagram: @beawesomeonpurpose

Website: https://educateonpurpose.com

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