Welcome to another episode from the learning lounge! Today's special guest Matt Pitman, author of The Connection Curriculum, joins in for a powerful conversation unpacking some of the big, confronting questions for educators everywhere. We think about who our school system is serving, what does it mean to truly connect with students and help them find meaning in their learning. We also explore how school refusal and teacher burnout reflect deeper systemic issues, and why shifting our focus toward authentic connection could be a key part of the solution.
Helpful Links 💡
📘 The Connection Curriculum – Buy the book
📲 Follow Matt Pitman on Instagram – @mattlukepitman
Recording this at PD? Here are the relevant APSTs:
Focus Area 1.1 – Physical, social and intellectual development and characteristics of students
Focus Area 4.1 – Support student participation
Focus Area 7.4 – Engage with professional teaching networks and broader communities
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