Welcome to episode 72 of "All I Really Need to Know I Learned From Snowboarding" with Chris Rogers and Brian Donovan! This week, it's just the two of us as we celebrate the one-year anniversary of rekindling the podcast. Matt is out on an adventure, but we’re digging into the listener mailbag and responding to your questions, comments, and stories.
In This Episode:
Listener questions about teaching to learning styles, exam strategies, and the latest research
Coaching tips: How to help students break through learning plateaus and the value of using all sensory modalities (visual, auditory, kinesthetic)
The challenge of updating teaching models and manuals in snow sports education
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and evolving industry standards
Gear talk: Recommendations for snowboard boot insoles, heated insoles, and the difference between custom insoles and heat-moldable liners
Team teaching: The pros, cons, and pitfalls of co-instructing lessons
Instructor struggles: Hitting creative roadblocks, managing imposter syndrome, and the importance of being a lifelong learner
Hot take: Are high backs on snowboard bindings overrated? Chris and Brian weigh in
Listener Questions Answered:
How to approach exam questions on learning styles vs. current science
Coaching students who prefer different learning modalities
How to shift industry curriculum toward evidence-based models
Where to buy the best snowboard insoles and how to fit heated insoles
The difference between custom insoles and heat-moldable liners
Team teaching best practices and common mistakes
Overcoming instructor frustration and imposter syndrome
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