Join Rob and Chris as they interview Mathematics Head Teacher, Talat Gerges. Talat shares his inspiring journey into education, revealing what makes math teaching truly great and how he cultivates a love for learning in his classroom.
Discover his unique strategies, including an incredible story of helping a student overcome their hatred for math to become an engineer. Talat also offers invaluable advice for both teachers and parents, covering challenges, rapport-building techniques, and innovative approaches to bridging the gap between primary and high school math. Learn why making math natural in daily conversations is crucial from a young age.
He also shares strategies to help parent's involvement with homework and the dangers of procrastination, using his "broken window theory" to illustrate how small issues can derail a student's progress.
This episode is packed with wisdom on motivating students, fostering a passion for mathematics, and the profound mission of teaching. You'll hear about:
- Teaching as a Vocation and Mission: Talat views teaching as more than just a job; it's a profound mission to inspire and guide students, driven by a deep love for the subject and the impact he can make on young lives.
- The Power of Enthusiasm and Perseverance: He believes that a teacher's genuine enthusiasm for mathematics is contagious and crucial for students' engagement. He also highlights the importance of unwavering perseverance with students, as demonstrated by his success with a student who initially "hated mathematics with passion."
- Bridging Learning Gaps and Proactive Education: Talat emphasises the need to proactively bridge educational gaps, particularly between primary and high school mathematics, by introducing concepts like algebra early. He also champions the "broken window theory" in education, stressing that small, unaddressed issues like neglected homework can lead to significant academic setbacks if not tackled promptly.
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Robert Naumoski and Christopher Kalodikis have over 20 years of teaching experience. Chris teaches Computing and is the founder of Maximum Education. Rob teaches Mathematics and is the founder of The Coaching College and owner of Ultimate Defence Academy. Kate Pentecost has worked in museums for over 12 years across collection management, digital outreach and collections, and curatorial. She is also an English tutor at the Coaching College and is the producer of The Educational Currency Podcast.
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