Jay Casale

The Lighter Side with Jay

Jay Casale

  • TLS Reports: Schools Opening in a Pandemic

TLS Reports: Schools Opening in a Pandemic

Wednesday 2nd September 2020

Jay and guests discuss reopening schools during the pandemic, focusing on challenges, remote learning, and creative solutions.
Explicit
83 minutes
Informative
Thought-provoking
Supportive
Engaging
Empowering

About this podcast

The Lighter Side with Jay
Author:
Jay Casale
Overview:
Categories:
Body & Mind
Sobriety Toolkit
Financial Health in Recovery
Comedic Journeys
Relationships & Community
Links:
Visit site
Rounded Button Dark
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!

Educators Tackle School Reopening Challenges During the Pandemic

No matter what content you teach, what's going to come out of this is: we're going to have kids who are more creative, less accepting of the status quo.
Reopening schools during a pandemic is no small feat, and this episode of 'The Lighter Side with Jay' dives right into the thick of it. Jay Casale sits down with three dedicated educators: Dan Wiener, a Language Arts Teacher from Seattle; Marisa Brady, a Theater Teacher from Arizona; and Marc Siegel, an Educational Technology Specialist from New Jersey. Together, they unpack the myriad challenges and unexpected silver linings of teaching in these unprecedented times.
Marisa kicks things off by sharing her apprehensions and strategies for the upcoming school year. The conversation quickly broadens to include the hurdles of virtual classrooms and the vital role of communication in remote learning. Dan, Marisa, and Marc provide a candid look at how teachers are navigating this new educational landscape, balancing curriculum demands with the emotional well-being of their students.
One standout moment is when the group discusses how the pandemic has forced both students and teachers to think outside the box. Creativity has become a survival tool, and there's a newfound resistance to simply going along with the status quo. This episode isn't just about problems; it's about the resilience and adaptability that educators and students alike have shown.
If you're a parent, teacher, or just someone curious about how education is evolving in these times, this episode offers valuable insights and a touch of hope. Jay and his guests manage to find humor and humanity in the midst of serious discussions, making this a must-listen for anyone invested in the future of education.