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We’ve switched it up again to bring you 2 guests this week on this double header masterclass in education. Chris and Ron are joined up by Terri Oropeza and Shakera Moreland, two natural teachers in their field. Shakera, also known as the HIM concierge, has used her past to shape how she teaches future professionals. Terri explains how to grow to understand your authentic self in learning and teaching while encouraging young people to never mind the stereotypes and get into cyber. With the opinions and strategies laid out by these two educators, you can be sure that you won’t leave this episode taking away nothing. 

 

Key Takeaways:

 

Shakera Moreland

03:31 Bio

05:56 What is H.I.M.?

10:03 Connecting with others to guide and mentor

11:58 Marrying your super-power with your purpose

13:10 Shakera’s journey into podcasting

16:01 What need does Shakera’s business solve?

17:34 What’s the goal of the podcast, and why?

 

Terri Orepeza

20:20 Intro

21:03 Bio

25:43 Influences from teachers in the past

27:05 What Terri is teaching today

28:58 What can be changed in technical education?

31:48 Empowering students to find their calling in the field

33:32 Why is it important to get involved in organizations?

37:20 Advice for a newcomer

 

 

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