EP161 Thriving as an introverted teacher (with Betsy Potash of Spark Creativity)

Published: April 14, 2019, 4 p.m.

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An introvert isn\\u2019t necessarily quiet or shy. For an introvert, being alone provides the energy that\\u2019s needed to enjoy being with people. (For an extrovert, being with people provides the energy that\\u2019s needed to enjoy being alone.) It\\u2019s all about what energizes you.

So if you\\u2019re an introverted teacher, how can you take some of the spotlight off yourself in your instruction, avoid the energy drain that may arise when collaborating with colleagues, and find moments in your day to be alone and rejuvenate?

Check out this blog post/podcast interview with Betsy Potash of the Spark Creativity podcast as we discuss our experiences as introverts in the classroom.

Click here to read or share the transcript and audio or participate in the discussion.

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