🎙️ Meet Amber Miller, the Staff Development Supervisor at ACC Adult Education. Amber is a state and national presenter with expertise in ESL, reading, writing, pronunciation, and technology. Her diverse teaching experiences span Venezuela, South Korea, Japan, and the U.S.
💡 Challenges and Innovations: Discussion on the challenges in adult education and the integration of technology in teaching.
📖 Personal Insights: Amber's favorite teaching moments and the influence of mentors on her career.
🗣️ Advice for Educators: Tips for educators interested in presenting at conferences and developing training programs.
📚 Personal Touch:Get to know Amber's personal interests, including her love for reading, cooking, and yoga.
Additionally Stacy & Betina dive into…
🧠 Understanding Imposter Syndrome: a common feeling of self-doubt and inadequacy despite evident success. It's a challenge faced by many, including experienced professionals like Amber.
📝 Practical exercises are shared to help break through barriers, such as keeping an evidence journal.
🗣️ Finding Your Voice: The importance of expressing your unique voice, whether through speaking or writing, is emphasized. Techniques like stream of consciousness journaling and recording voice memos are suggested to strengthen self-expression.
💪 Building Confidence: The episode highlights the significance of practice in building confidence. The more you engage in activities like public speaking or writing, the more natural and confident you become.
Link to Amber's favorite books: https://tinyurl.com/AmbersFavBooks
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