老師 Lead To Love | Teachers Lead To Love-- Impactful Pedagogies, Strategies and Resources for Hong Kong Teachers

你有自信自己的教學"成功"嗎? 電子教學、受學生歡迎、設定學習目標、考試測驗 等等重要嗎？ 這集我會分析從前線老師收集的想法 和 對資深教師的觀察。一起討論何謂“成功”的課堂和教學, 看看老師們該如何評核自己的課堂。 FB 老師互助社: http://bit.ly/teachersleadtolovecommunity Are you confident in your teaching?  Is it important to implement e-learning, be popular, set learning objectives or drill for tests & exams? In this episode, I share thoughts collected from frontline educators and my observations of experienced teachers.  Let's discuss how to define, gauge and evaluate the success of our lessons and us as teachers. 

覺得在學校工作say "no"很為難? 每天工作忙碌、疲於奔命卻驚覺自己“一事無成”? 最重要——你有還未實現的教育理想嗎? 在這個系列裡，我會從經典好書-- 《與成功有約》(7 Habits of Highly Effective People) 中抽取3個最富啓發性的好習慣, 用生動的個人經驗和簡單的言語拆解如何更有效計畫時間, 實現你的職場目標和人生夢想。 FB 老師互助社: http://bit.ly/teachersleadtolovecommunity Is saying "no" difficult? Do you feel frustrated or even angry when piles of to-do's eat up your time, leaving you with the regret of unachieved dreams? In this series, I'm sharing with you powerful strategies from the classic personal development book-- 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey.  Hope you are encouraged and empowered to be the most effective educator you're destined to be.   Tips: 4 Quadrants by "Important VS Unimportant" and "Urgent VS Not Urgent" The 4 Quadrants Q1- Necessity: e.g. prepare for book check, design exam papers Q2- Effectiveness: e.g. mid/long-term planning, read books or take professional development courses Q3- Distraction: e.g. add more pictures to the ppt, keep refreshing work emails Q4- Waste: e.g. endless scrolling social media after a long day, binge-watching YouTube or Netflix during the weekend *Keep focusing on Q2, then Q1 will reduce.  Also remove the unimportant (Q3&4) *How to decide what is "important"? Have your "End Picture"! (Listen to the previous episode on this topic (https://www.tszyanlee.com/blog/teacherseffectivehabits2)) Weekly Plan *Put in fixed time tasks *Put in the "BIG IMPORTANT TASK", then from important to less import (gradually cut out more and more "Q3&4) Helpful for deciding when to say "no": *Use the 4 Quadrants *Check with your week plan *Advance level: actively reject ("Sorry, I know I've been assigned to do this (ongoing Q3/4 tasks).  But with my current work/capacity/commitment, I could no longer do this."

老師們,覺得在學校工作營營役役、疲於奔命嗎? 心裡有想達成的目標嗎? 你需要這個實用好習慣! 在這個系列裡，我會從經典好書-- 《與成功有約》(7 Habits of Highly Effective People) 中抽取3個最富啓發性的好習慣, 用生動的個人經驗和簡單的言語拆解如何更有效實現你的人生夢想和教育理想。 FB 老師互助社: http://bit.ly/teachersleadtolovecommunity Teachers, do you desire a more fulfilling career at school?  Do you have a vision for the education system and are eager to achieve it? In this series, I'm sharing with you powerful strategies from the classic personal development book-- 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey.  Hope you are encouraged and empowered to be the most effective educator you're destined to be.   This episode, the message is about "start with a plan (the "blueprint") in mind before taking action".   An inspiring question to ask yourself: Imagine it's your 80 years old birthday, what do you want to see? Where do you want to be? Who will be there? How do you feel?  Who have you become?   Start applying this principle by: -Upcoming meeting: What is the objective?  What do I want to know or communicate?  If leading, what result do I want for our team after this 1 hour? -Plan of the month, plan for 2021 -How do you envision your 80th birthday?

老師們,覺得在學校工作疲於奔命、力不從心嗎? 你需要這個實用好習慣! 在這個系列裡，我會從經典好書-- 《與成功有約》(7 Habits of Highly Effective People) 中抽取3個最富啓發性的好習慣, 用生動的個人經驗和簡單的言語拆解如何更有效實現你的人生夢想和教育理想。 FB 老師互助社: http://bit.ly/teachersleadtolovecommunity Teachers, are you overwhelmed or burned out at work?  Do you want to feel more in control at school? In this series, I'm sharing with you powerful strategies from the classic personal development book-- 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey.  Hope you are encouraged and empowered to be the most effective educator you're destined to be. Turn from "Reactive" to "Proactive" -"Reactive behavior: when people are reactive, they allow outside influences (moods, feelings, and circumstances) to control their response" -"Proactive Behavior: When people are proactive, they pause to allow themselves the freedom to choose their response based on principles and desired results.  Their freedom to choose expands as they wisely use the space between stimulus and response." Focus on your "Circle of Influence" Change your language - I can't --> I can - It's not my fault --> I'm sorry - I have to --> I choose to - We have no other choice --> Let's look at all of our options - They won't let me --> I will get this done - There's nothing we can do --> There must be something we could do

老師們, 你需求教學上的突破嗎? 你的教室裡有“遊魂”或反叛的學生嗎？ 我會一連兩集分享我和學生J先生相處的經歷。由課堂裡對他無從入手, 到後來受到一封可怕的投訴信, 一起聽聽我如何安撫情緒, 亦利用個人化的教學讓學生再次投入學習、有機會發揮潛能。而我也找回教書的初衷和熱誠。 FB 老師互助社: http://bit.ly/teachersleadtolovecommunity   EP34 - Students Stories Series—— Complaint Letter From Mr. J (II) Teachers, do you seek for breakthroughs in your teaching? Want to deeply engage your students? In this two-episode series, I share my story of interacting with my student, Mr J. From a totally disengaged member in the classroom to the dramatic complaint letter (?!!!), I point out practical ways to calm our emotions and find effective strategies with individual education planning (IEP). We all seek to nurture our students and support them to fulfil their potential, isn't it?

老師們, 你在學校工作有試過生氣或是受到打擊嗎?你教室裡有“麻煩/問題學生”嗎? 我會一連兩集分享我和學生J先生相處的經歷。由課堂裡對他無從入手, 到後來受到一封驚人的投訴信, 一起聽聽我如何安撫情緒和找到教書上的突破, 令學生再次投入學習，有機會發揮潛能。 FB 老師互助社: http://bit.ly/teachersleadtolovecommunity   EP33 - Students Stories Series—— Complaint Letter From Mr. J (I) Ever got angry at school? Do you have students whose behavior really triggers you as a teacher? In this two-episode series, I share my story of interacting with my student, Mr J. From a totally disengaged member in the classroom to the dramatic complaint letter (?!!!), I point out practical ways to calm our emotions and find strategic breakthroughs in our teaching profession. We all seek to nurture our students and support them to fulfil their potential, isn't it?

老師們，你對自己訂立的課堂規矩有信心嗎？ 這集我會分享新手老師設計課堂規則時最基本、必須考慮的5個的範疇，務求幫助年輕老師維持教室的秩序，並幫助學生培養積極的上課氣氛和良好的學習習慣。 FB 老師互助社: http://bit.ly/teachersleadtolovecommunity   EP32 - Struggling with Class Discipline?!! Top 5 Beginner Rules for Classroom Order - Classroom Rules & Routines (IV) Teachers, are your rules and routines supporting effective learning in your classroom? In this episode, I share 5 basic areas you must aim to set clear expectations with students such that they could thrive at school with good habits and attitude. 1. Punctuality to be in the classroom; 2. Keep quiet (or any appropriate response) while you or their classmates speak; 3. Have material/ textbooks ready for class; 4. Homework punctuality and quality; 5. Honesty for assignments & assessments;

老師們，你訂立的課堂規矩有效嗎？你知道有些常見的懲罰可能會讓學生立即"翻白眼"或是造成陰影嗎？ 這集我會分享選擇如何懲罰學生時要留意的2個問題，再提出設計賞罰制度時要考慮的原則。讓你有信心引導、教導學生之餘，學校工作無需疲於奔命。 FB 老師互助社: http://bit.ly/teachersleadtolovecommunity   EP31 - 2 Punishment Mistakes Keeping You From Effective Teaching - Classroom Rules & Routines (III) Teachers, are your classroom rules effective?  Do you know there are common punishments that might lead to low engagement or even trauma? In this episode, I share the 2 mistakes educators should avoid when deciding the appropriate punishment: 1. Heavy workload; 2. Humiliation and public shaming;

"老師 Lead To Love" Podcast 開播6個月以來啟發我的6個想法和成長。 FB 老師互助社: http://bit.ly/teachersleadtolovecommunity   6 lessons I learned as an educator-podcaster serving teachers for development & impact What I learned: 1. Respond to the calling, take the next right step; 2. I LOVE education, I CARE about educators; 3. How wonderful is it to have a community of people with shared passion and vision; 4. I'm always learning.  Patience and consistency.  "We usually overestimate what we could do in one day and underestimate what we could achieve in one year." (quote attributed to multiple people); 5. View on the education field: It's a long game;  6. About my particular passion in education: And we aren't competing with one another, we are together pushing the system to evolve.

參加抽獎詳情在最底下！ ***** 老師們，你覺得訂立規矩困難嗎？你有信心現在自己課室裡的rules and routines有效提升學生的學習態度嗎？ 今集，我會分享我用來訂立課堂規矩的formula，簡單到不可置信卻非常powerful。我亦會拆解教不同年齡或年級的學生時需要調節的地方，和列舉我使用“獎勵”和“懲罰”的經驗。 讓我們開始讓學校班房從混亂變得穩定、安全，並幫助學生培養積極的上課氣氛和良好的學習習慣。 FB 老師互助社: http://bit.ly/teachersleadtolovecommunity   EP30 - Need Better Classroom Rules & Routines? (II)-- My Formula for Effective Rules In Class Teachers, I understand each of us desires to conduct lessons which deeply impact our students. Have you considered the role that effective classroom rules and routines could play in building an engaging learning atmosphere? Why should we set rules? How do we set reasonable and comprehensive rules & routines at school with our students? Follow us in this series to upgrade your rules and routines.  In this episode, I will share with you my formula: Clear Expectation + On-point Reward & Punishment = Effective Rules. As simple as that. I'll further provide details on how to evaluate and adjust according to the age or year/form of your students (by considering their developmental stage and level of self-discipline). And talk about examples of useful consequences that truly matters to my students and reinforce positive behaviour in my classroom. Say good-bye to messy classrooms and lessons that are out of control, and regain some sanity and peace in your teaching career by powerful and practical classroom management strategies. ***** 抽獎 Entry Date: Nov 2-14 抽獎 + Announcement Date: Nov 16   Prize No.1-- 我的精選好書一本 (1) Leave a written review on iTunes + 截圖; (2) IG Stories or FB Post share & tag me (@teachersleadtolove); + Extra 1 entry per day: Talk about the podcast or share an episode + tag me (@teachersleadtolove)   Prize No.2-- 單對單Advising Session一節 前提: Already joined our FB group (老師 Lead To Love); (1) Invite 1 friend to join our FB group; (2) Once joined, tag your friend in the "Welcome" post inside our FB group; Each new friend-member = 1 entry

參加抽獎詳情在最底下！ ***** 老師們，你有為了讓課堂有秩序而set rules嗎？你覺得訂立規矩困難嗎？你現在的rules and routines有效提高課室裡的學習氣氛嗎？ 今集講 “課堂規矩”。我從學生時期一直對規矩又愛又恨, 感覺學校裡的規矩“無理”。成為了後，多了思考過為何要設立規矩——為了讓課堂從混亂變得穩定、安全？幫助學生培養積極的態度和良好學習習慣？ FB 老師互助社: http://bit.ly/teachersleadtolovecommunity   EP29 - Need Better Classroom Rules & Routines? (I) Teachers, I understand each of us desires to conduct lessons which deeply engage our students. Have you considered the role that effective classroom rules and routines could play in building a positive learning atmosphere? Why should we set rules? How do we set reasonable and comprehensive rules & routines at school with our students? Follow us in this series to upgrade your rules and routines. Say good-bye to messy classrooms and lessons that are out of control, and regain some sanity and peace in your teaching career by powerful and practical classroom management strategies. ***** 抽獎 Entry Date: Nov 2-14 抽獎 + Announcement Date: Nov 16   Prize No.1-- 我的精選好書一本 (1) Leave a written review on iTunes + 截圖; (2) IG Stories or FB Post share & tag me (@teachersleadtolove); + Extra 1 entry per day: Talk about the podcast or share an episode + tag me (@teachersleadtolove)   Prize No.2-- 單對單Advising Session一節 前提: Already joined our FB group (老師 Lead To Love); (1) Invite 1 friend to join our FB group; (2) Once joined, tag your friend in the "Welcome" post inside our FB group; Each new friend-member = 1 entry

參加抽獎詳情在最底下！ ***** 老師們，你每天上班累嗎？覺得分身不暇、疲於奔命嗎？你想不想在學校工作時有多點時間、生活更自由？ 今集，我會分享如何用3步啟動Time Tracking讓你做到時間管理。一步一步建立有效的工作系統，可以戰勝教育中常見的burn out之餘, 又可以爭取更多時間在學校或生活中做自己想做、覺得重要的事。 FB 老師互助社: http://bit.ly/teachersleadtolovecommunity   EP28 - Want More Time And Freedom? Teacher Time Management Strategies (II)-- 3 Steps to Start Time Tracking Teachers, are you tired? Overwhelmed and overworked? Do you yearn for more free time at work or in general more freedom in life? In this episode, I share how you could start time tracking with 3 simple and practical steps. In this way, you could begin to enjoy work with less burnout, make more impact on your students and have more fun & meaningful possibilities in your teaching career beyond the classroom. 3 Steps to Content-- steps to get to the solution 1. Clarify the demands; 2. Find the time pattern and group/categorize tasks; 3. Map your time plan and refine continuously ***** 抽獎 Entry Date: Nov 2-14 抽獎 + Announcement Date: Nov 16   Prize No.1-- 我的精選好書一本 (1) Leave a written review on iTunes + 截圖; (2) IG Stories or FB Post share & tag me (@teachersleadtolove); + Extra 1 entry per day: Talk about the podcast or share an episode + tag me (@teachersleadtolove)   Prize No.2-- 單對單Advising Session一節 前提: Already joined our FB group (老師 Lead To Love); (1) Invite 1 friend to join our FB group; (2) Once joined, tag your friend in the "Welcome" post inside our FB group; Each new friend-member = 1 entry

參加抽獎詳情在最底下！ ***** 老師們, 你想工作更有效率嗎？你聽過別人提議你要做好Time Management嗎？更重要的——如何開始實行時間管理呢？ 這集我會分享成功實踐 time management需要的3個前提, 讓你建立有效的工作系統，可以戰勝做教育的burn out之餘, 又可以爭取更多時間在學校或生活中做自己想做、覺得重要的事。 FB 老師互助社: http://bit.ly/teachersleadtolovecommunity EP27 - Teacher Time Management Strategies (I)-- 3 Must-Have Mindsets For Effective Work At School Teachers, do you want to be more efficient at work? Has anyone else suggested, "You should improve your time management"? More importantly, how do we start controlling our time better? In this episode, I'll share with you 3 must-have mindsets which are prerequisites for effective time usage at work in schools. Build the foundation of successful time management by: 1. Circle of Influence ("How much time is within your control") rather than the Circle of Concern; 2. Learn to distinguish the difference between "important" and "urgent", and prioritize according to the task's importance and urgency; 3. Realize that system brings a sense of stability and free up your mental capacity to handle crises (I know, as young teachers working in classrooms and the frontline of education, we face a looooooooot of these) ****** 抽獎 Entry Date: Now till Nov 14 抽獎 + Announcement Date: Nov 16   Prize No.1-- 我的精選好書一本 (1) Leave a written review on iTunes + 截圖; (2) IG Stories or FB Post share & tag me (@teachersleadtolove); + Extra 1 entry per day: Talk about the podcast or share an episode + tag me (@teachersleadtolove)   Prize No.2-- 單對單Advising Session一節 前提: Already joined our FB group (老師 Lead To Love); (1) Invite 1 friend to join our FB group; (2) Once joined, tag your friend in the "Welcome" post inside our FB group; Each new friend-member = 1 entry

老師們，我們自己要多思考和提醒自己做老師的意義才能保持對教育事業的動力和熱情，我甚至覺得持續成長比持續進修更重要。   延續上一集，今集我會分享"5條老師要持續問自己的問題"中最後3條問題：(3) 你的優勢/長處是什麼？(4) 你分別適合教育界的什麼“領域” (sector) 和“崗位” (role)? (5) 如果你人生是一個故事，那會是一個關於什麼的故事呢? 覺得這些問題太抽象嗎？不用怕！我在今集當中也會分享我自己對這些問題的思考、心路歷程和目前的答案。   FB 老師互助社: http://bit.ly/teachersleadtolovecommunity   EP26 - Struggling to Stay Motivated At Work? 5 Must-Ask Questions for Teachers (II)   Teachers, do you feel like you are constantly growing in your professional career?  Do you desire to have more meaning in your work and make a bigger impact in your classrooms?   In this episode (2nd of a two-part series), I will share the last 3 questions of "5 questions every teacher should ask themselves": (3) What are your strengths, or even "zones of genius"? (4) Which "sector" and "role" are you suitable for or passionate in? (5) If your life is a book, what is it about? Are these questions too abstract?  No worries.  I will also share with you my personal answers to these questions and point out how they evolve over time as I became a teacher in Hong Kong and a life-long educator.

老師們，我們自己要多思考和提醒自己做老師的意義才能保持對教育事業的動力和熱情，我甚至覺得持續成長比持續進修更重要。   今集我會先分享"5條老師要持續問自己的問題"中的首2條：(1) 你的教育理念是什麼？(2) 你最關心的學生群體是什麼？(e.g. 小學/初中/高中、少數族裔、SEN、基層學生⋯⋯） 覺得這些問題太抽象嗎？不用怕！我在今集當中也會分享我自己對這些問題的思考、心路歷程和目前的答案。   FB 老師互助社: http://bit.ly/teachersleadtolovecommunity EP25- Struggling to Stay Motivated At Work? 5 Must-Ask Questions for Teachers (I) Teachers, do you feel like you are constantly growing in your professional career?  Do you desire to have more meaning in your work and make a bigger impact in your classrooms?   In this episode (1st of the two-part series), I will share the first 2 questions of "5 questions every teacher should ask themselves": (1) What is your vision or philosophy for education? (2) What kind of students do you care most deeply about? (e.g. primary school/ secondary school, ethnic minority, Special Education Needs, underprivileged students, etc.) Are these questions too abstract?  No worries.  I will also share with you my personal answers to these questions and point out how they evolve over time as I became a teacher in Hong Kong and a life-long educator.