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Podcast: Apogee Strong
Episode: Will Reusch: Fostering Critical Thinking and Open Dialogue in the Classroom
Description: Understanding the difference between being a teacher and an educator is important. While a teacher focuses on delivering content, an educator creates a learning environment that encourages curiosity, open-mindedness, and respectful discussions. Fostering these qualities in educational settings helps students think critically and engage deeply with the material. Creating such an environment not only enhances learning but also prepares students to contribute thoughtfully to society.
Will Reusch is a pioneering educator on a mission to transform how history and civics are taught. Frustrated by the disconnect between traditional curricula and students' real-world concerns, he developed an innovative...