Jay Casale
Jay Casale
Dan Wiener : Father. English Teacher. WWE Enthusiast.
Dan Wiener : Father. English Teacher. WWE Enthusiast.
Dan Wiener : Father. English Teacher. WWE Enthusiast.
Sunday 21st June 2020
Dan Wiener discusses using WWE in his English curriculum, teaching during the pandemic, and his podcast 'Ruined Childhoods' on 'The Lighter Side with Jay'.
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Get the buttons here!Dan Wiener: Blending WWE with Literature in the Classroom
I think that's one of the things that is so great about teaching, is that you can constantly be reinventing yourself and your curriculum and trying new things and seeing what works and what doesn't.
Picture this: an English class where Shakespeare meets WWE. That's the innovative approach Dan Wiener, an English teacher from Seattle, brings to his students. In this episode of 'The Lighter Side with Jay', host Jay Casale dives into Dan's unique teaching methods that make literature come alive for his students. Instead of sticking to traditional lesson plans, Dan uses the world of professional wrestling to explore themes and characters in classic and contemporary texts.
This unconventional method helps students see literature through a fresh lens, particularly focusing on marginalized characters. But that's not all. Dan also shares his experiences of balancing teaching and parenting during the pandemic. Imagine trying to educate high schoolers while keeping a five-year-old entertained and learning at home. It's a juggling act many parents can relate to, and Dan's stories are both relatable and inspiring.
Jay and Dan also touch on Dan's own podcast, 'Ruined Childhoods', where he and his co-host revisit movies from their youth to see if they still hold up today. They're even planning a special series to raise money for combating police brutality by dissecting the entire Police Academy franchise. Throughout their conversation, you'll hear about the challenges teachers face today and the importance of keeping students engaged.
If you're curious about how WWE can fit into an English curriculum or just want to hear some heartfelt stories from a dedicated teacher, this episode is for you.