
360: Behind the Teaching Scenes with Craig Randall
About this episode
What really happens behind the scenes of great teaching? In this episode, we pull back the curtain with educator Craig Randall to talk about the realities of the classroom that don’t always make it into lesson plans or professional development sessions. From the behind-the-scenes decisions teachers make every day to the mindset shifts that help sustain energy and passion, Craig shares honest insights, practical wisdom, and relatable moments that every educator will recognize.
Quotables
*All quotes are from the interviewee*- "It takes focus on one thing to really really grow. "
- "Choice matters so much."
- “We have to model what we want with kids.“
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- Episode 240: Trust Based Observations with Craig Randall
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- Website:https://trustbased.com/
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