The Life of an Educator

Mathew Dueck

The Life of an Educator, hosted by Mathew Dueck, offers an inside look at the realities of being an educator. In each episode of the podcast, Mathew will share personal and practical truths that come with being a teacher. You will find an honest and open perspective on his experiences within education as well as answers to your submitted questions. read less

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S4E6 - Teaching with Patience

S4E6 - Teaching with Patience

How do you teach teenagers without losing your patience? This is a question asked often. In this episode, Mathew shares how he teaches with patience while still demanding respect and expectation.

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S4E6 - Teaching with Patience

S4E6 - Teaching with Patience

How do you teach teenagers without losing your patience? This is a question asked often. In this episode, Mathew shares how he teaches with patience while still demanding respect and expectation.

S4E5 - Teaching with Excellence

S4E5 - Teaching with Excellence

In this episode, Mathew shares how he has learnt to teach with excellence to his students. He also shares how this brings a classroom culture where students are now learning with excellence. He uses practical examples and experiences to share how students need to be shown through action of what excellence looks like.

S4E4 - Is Technology in Schools a Blessing or a Curse?

S4E4 - Is Technology in Schools a Blessing or a Curse?

In this episode, Mathew attempts to answer the always controversial question: Is technology in schools a blessing or a curse? Mathew shares his perspective, approach, and balance of the use of technology in schools and classrooms.

S4E3 - Have Teachers Lost Authority in the Classroom?

S4E3 - Have Teachers Lost Authority in the Classroom?

In this episode, Mathew addresses a question that arises in today's everyday conversations: Have teachers lost authority in the classroom? Mathew attempts to the answer the question through his perspective and experience.

S4E2 - Supernatural Secretaries

S4E2 - Supernatural Secretaries

In this episode, Mathew turns to the main office where you find the most caring individuals who make it all happen behind the scenes. Mathew talks about the gift of having great secretaries and the blessing they can be to so many.

S4E1 - Tremendous Teachers

S4E1 - Tremendous Teachers

As we dive into a new season, Mathew takes a step back to acknowledge and appreciate the dedication it takes to be a teacher. He addresses both the rewards and challenges of the job and reminds each one of the impact teachers can have on children and youth.

S3E11 - Mr. Dueck on the Hot Seat - Round 3

S3E11 - Mr. Dueck on the Hot Seat - Round 3

We're back for Mr. Dueck on the Hot Seat. Dive back into the ring as Mr. Dueck answers more questions from his students and faithful listeners.

S3E10 - Teachable Moments

S3E10 - Teachable Moments

Dive into this engaging episode as Mathew shares about how to look for, take advantage of, and embrace teachable moments. Through personal stories, practical wisdom, and hopefully some laughs, Mathew will share that teachable moments can add a touch to anyone's day if we are sure to embrace each one of them.

S3E9 - Preparing for Exams

S3E9 - Preparing for Exams

In this episode, Mathew will dive into some tips, suggestions, and tactics for preparing for exams. Listen in to discover that there is no one magical way to prepare but that preparation is necessary.

S3E8 - Finding Balance in a Busy Season

S3E8 - Finding Balance in a Busy Season

As we approach the Christmas season, Mathew shares what he feels is most important and how he tries to balance the busyness of the Christmas season. Join him as he highlights some practical ways to choose what is most important to celebrate and who to spend it with this Christmas.

S3E7 - The Impact of Failure

S3E7 - The Impact of Failure

In this episode, Mathew talks about the word failure and the impact it can have on students and all people in society. He shares stories and thoughts of how we can use failure in a positive light.

S3E6 - The Goal of Assessment

S3E6 - The Goal of Assessment

In this episode, Mathew discusses his thoughts on what the goal of assessment should be in any classroom. He shares how educators need to always know the goal of assessment when planning and delivering them.

S3E5 - The Debate on Homework

S3E5 - The Debate on Homework

In this episode, Mathew shares his take on whether homework has value and if so, the where, when, why, and how of completing homework to have the best benefit of learning.

S3E4 - The New Content

S3E4 - The New Content

In this episode, Mathew has finally gotten to the point in the class where new content is being delivered to the students. Mathew will share how he has learned to share it that allows the students to attain the information and understand it in a way that makes sense to them.

S3E3 - The Next 5 Minutes

S3E3 - The Next 5 Minutes

In this episode, Mathew shares that after you have engaged with your students through conversation, the next important task necessary to complete in order to create the best classroom environment possible.

S3E2 - The First 5 Minutes

S3E2 - The First 5 Minutes

In this episode, Mathew talks about what he believes is the most important task to do in the first 5 minutes of class, no matter what grade level you find yourself teaching. Completing this task will allow you to show, as the teacher, that you care and value the students in your classroom.

S3E1 - A New Season

S3E1 - A New Season

In this new season, Mathew talks about how to deal with entering the new season you may find yourself in. He will address both the positives and negatives that come with beginning a new season with some personal stories intermixed as well.

S2E11 - Summer is a Time for Refresh

S2E11 - Summer is a Time for Refresh

As we wrap up season 2, Mathew shares some of the exciting activities he is looking forward to this summer as well as encourages everyone to take the summer as a time to enjoy, refresh, and do the things that you love. Enjoy an episode that is filled with ideas for how to enjoy the summer months away from the classroom.

S2E10 - Mr. Dueck on the Hot Seat - Round 2

S2E10 - Mr. Dueck on the Hot Seat - Round 2

In this episode, Mathew answers two very hot questions that he gets on a regular basis. The first is: have you ever given a student 100% in a class and if so, how did it make you feel? The second is: have you ever failed a student in a class and if so, how did it make you feel? Join him as he shares the answer to both of these great questions.

S2E9 - Celebrating Student Success

S2E9 - Celebrating Student Success

In this episode, Mathew shares about how important it is to celebrate student success. We as individuals, no matter whether you are a parent, teacher, or community member, we need to celebrate the skills, talents, and creativity of students. Join him as he shares some stories and experiences of being a part of these celebrations.