Leaving a positive mark on the world through teaching with Miguel Espinosa Flores - Episode 16

In this episode of Grow: A podcast from Cambridge, host Diana Romero Saucedo speaks with Miguel Espinosa Flores at the Universidad del Valle de México.

Miguel, who began his teaching career at 19 years old, reflects on his initial nervousness and how he overcame the challenges of teaching students close to his own age by trusting in his knowledge and a passion for what he does.

He discusses the importance of creating a fun and comfortable classroom environment, even in a university setting, and shares why he's so passionate about leaving his mark on the world through education.

In this episode you will hear all about:
• The impact of incorporating student’s interests into lessons.
• Miguel’s tips for building rapport with students.
• The shared feeling of accomplishment when a student succeeds.
• How to strive for improvement in teaching every day.
• Going beyond language instruction to teach life skills and values.

You’ll also hear a top tip from Miranda Hamilton, who has over 25 years experience as a teacher, teacher trainer and educational consultant.

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