4 Ways to Lift up Our Students in the Classroom – with Marcus Luther

A little recognition and encouragement can go a long way.

🔥 What can we do as teachers to uplift the students in our classrooms?

🔥 What happens when our students see themselves in a story of learning?

🔥 What should concern us most about AI tools in education?

Welcome back to another episode of the Teachers on Fire Podcast, airing live on YouTube most Saturday mornings at 8am Pacific, 11am Eastern. My name is Tim Cavey, and my mission here is to warm your heart, spark your thinking, and ignite your professional practice.

This episode’s Teacher on Fire is Marcus Luther. Marcus is a high school English teacher with over a decade in the classroom. He cohosts a teacher-centered podcast and Substack called The Broken Copier, which focus on conversations and strategies to better support teachers.

Connect with Marcus

  • on LinkedIn,
  • on X @marcusluther6, 
  • on Instagram @thebrokencopier, 
  • on BlueSky @marcusluther.bsky.social, and 
  • on Substack at thebrokencopier.substack.com

In This Conversation

  • 0:00:00 – Marcus Luther is a high school English teacher and host of The Broken Copier
  • 2:15 – The heaviness that can settle in a classroom
  • 4:31 – Uplifting Move 1: “Everyone write down what ___ said!”
  • 7:11 – Uplifting Move 2: Kneeling down and giving quiet praise
  • 9:37 – Uplifting Move 3: Ask if you can take a picture and use it as an example
  • 11:59 – Uplifting Move 4: Who can I brag to about how well you’re doing?
  • 16:12 – Helping students reflect on their own writing journeys
  • 20:23 – What’s the real problem with AI in K-12 education right now?
  • 28:27 – How and where to connect with Marcus Luther’s reflections online

Song Track Credit

  • Tropic Fuse by French Fuse
  • GO! by Neffex

*All songs retrieved from the YouTube Audio Library at https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/.

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2 responses to “4 Ways to Lift up Our Students in the Classroom – with Marcus Luther”

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    politeraspberry5b54f82edb

    Hi Tim,

    I’m Daniel Casamassa, author of Against All Odds—my true story of being left back in high school, kicked out of my school district, navigating ADHD and a learning disability…and still becoming a fifth-grade teacher on Long Island.

    My message is simple: Every student deserves a second chance, and your past doesn’t define your future. I want to inspire struggling students, overwhelmed parents, and burned-out educators to believe that transformation is always possible.

    I’ve shared my story at my former church, and now I’m looking to reach a wider audience. I’d love to speak with your listeners about:

    ·  How I went from failing student to passionate educator

    ·  What kids really need when they’re falling behind

    ·  The hidden strength in students who feel broken or overlooked

    If you’d like to preview the story, I’d be happy to send you a free copy of my book—no strings attached.

    Thanks for considering my voice for your platform. I’d be honored to connect.

    Sincerely,

    Daniel CasamassaAuthor of Against All Odds

    631-521-4922

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    Teachers On Fire

    Hi Daniel,

    I don’t accept guest requests, but I’m glad to make your acquaintance. All the best as you continue to share your story and inspire others.

    Cheers,

    Tim

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