Episode Notes

The Education Evolution: A Conversation with a Veteran Teacher

In this episode of Mental Filter, we explore the dynamic world of education with Stacey Herring, a high school math teacher with over 26 years of experience. We discuss the evolution of education, changes in technology and state testing, and the introduction of vendor-based curriculums. Stacey shares her personal journey, the ups and downs of teaching, the impact of social media, and the mixed motivations of students. The conversation also touches on the impact of COVID-19 on students’ social behaviors and mental health, the challenges of classroom discipline and accommodations, and the declining profession of teaching. Stacey offers a candid perspective on the realities and future of the education system.

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00:00 Introduction to Education Discussion
01:28 Meet Stacey Herring: A Veteran Math Teacher
03:16 Early Teaching Experiences
05:21 Changes in Education Over the Years
10:24 Impact of Technology on Education
17:42 Challenges in Modern Education
24:19 Teacher Hiring Challenges
25:13 Impact on Student Mental Health
27:21 The Role of Accommodations in Education
33:20 Discipline and Authority in Schools
39:04 COVID-19’s Impact on Education
42:21 Bullying in the Digital Age
44:44 Keeping Up with Former Students
47:05 Advice for Aspiring Educators

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