Season #2: Introductory Episode- Callilng all soul scholars

 Welcome to Teaching Matters 101: a podcast for folks who are passionate about educating diverse students with compassion, care, and courage.  I am your host, Dr. Mel, lifelong learner and educator and CEO of Scholars for the Soul: An Educational Solutions Firm.  We are here to talk about all things education: from teacher identity to teaching strategies, we unpack it all and invite you to join us on this journey of discussing teaching matters that impact education and make real teaching matter.In this space, we are curators of culturally responsive teaching and leadership spaces where we believe in the power of student engagement, teacher self-efficacy, and strong professional development that matters!Listen in on who this podcast is for and who it is NOT for.  We know that we're not for everyone, but for those who we are designed to reach...WELCOME SOUL SCHOLAR! Dr. Melanie Battles leads professional development workshop series in the areas of brain based teaching, social emotional learning, student and adult wellness, and strategic planning and implementation of culturally responsive leadership.  Visit our website at www.scholarsforthesoul.com.Follow us on Instagram at https://instagram.com/scholars4thesoul.Follow us on Facebook at https://facebook.com/scholars4thesoul.