The Disney secret that every teacher should use: Take 5

About this episode

This episode explores the Take Five strategy from Lee Cockerell's Creating Magic, focusing on how teachers can connect with students through intentional moments.

What can Walt Disney World teach us about connecting with students? A lot, actually. In this episode, we explore the Take Five strategy from Lee Cockerell's Creating Magic, spontaneous, intentional moments that cost nothing yet mean everything to the person on the receiving end. I walk through practical Take Five ideas for every grade level. Whether you're a preservice teacher, a veteran in the classroom, or a coach working with educators, this episode will have you walking in tomorrow asking: Who in this room needs me to take five today?ohS Show notes can be found here - https://www.sfecich.com/post/the-disney-secret-that-every-teacher-should-use

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Sam Fecich

Topics covered

• student connection
• Take Five strategy
• educational strategies
• teacher tips
• classroom engagement

Keywords

• Take Five
• Walt Disney World
• student engagement
• educational strategies
• classroom tips

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Walt Disney World

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