Dec 27, 2023
Kevin speaks with Nathan Strenge - a "rogue teacher" who went on to found Exploration High School in Minneapolis - a school that strives to be a "public school for the public good". He speaks with Kevin about his transformation into a rogue teacher, the importance of student agency, and the value of authentic learning experiences.
Nathan Strenge is passionately committed to transforming education into a learner-centered experience, uniquely tailored to each individual's gifts and needs. With a decade of experience as an award-winning teacher, Nathan understands the critical role of deep relationships and authentic experiences in education. He utilizes time and space innovatively to reshape the educational landscape.
Currently a Senior Learning Designer at Fielding International, Nathan offers diverse services including learning environment design, spatial auditing, leadership coaching, and project-based learning (PBL) support. He crafts practical tools to help schools expand their initiatives, aiming for a more inclusive and adaptable educational system. Notably, Nathan has written and directed two series of short films in collaboration with Cranston Public School, focusing on Learning Communities and Project-based Learning.
Find Nathan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-strenge-3232b326/
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Kevin Stoller is the host of the Better Learning Podcast and Co-Founder of Kay-Twelve, a national leader for educational furniture. Find out more about Kevin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinstoller/
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Who made this episode possible?
Association for Learning Environments (A4LE) - https://www.a4le.org/
Education Leaders' Organization - https://www.ed-leaders.org/