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Trevor Muir
Teacher & Author
Trevor Muir
Teacher & Author
Biography
Trevor Muir is a passionate educator, speaker, and author who believes in the transformative power of education. He has gained international recognition for his innovative teaching methods and inspiring content, which empower teachers and students to unleash their full potential
Trevor began his career as a teacher in Michigan, where he taught middle and high school using project-based learning. While continuing to teach pre-service teachers at Grand Valley State University, Trevor also delivers keynote speeches and conducts workshops at schools and conferences all around the world.
Trevor's dedication to education is reflected in his books, videos, blog and podcast which showcase his work in the classroom and the effectiveness of purposeful learning. He is also the founder of The Epic Classroom, his social media where he connects with millions of educators who share his passion for teaching and learning. Trevor’s videos have been viewed online over 35 million times.
Trevor believes in the potential of every student and teacher, and his work is driven by his desire to create positive change in the educational landscape.
Speaker Videos
The Impact of Teachers
Preventing Teacher Burnout: The 20% Rule
Boost Group Collaboration with the Teamwork Assessment
Speech Topics
Make Learning Epic: Using Purpose to Inspire
The term ‘Epic’ is defined as a story that conveys a sense of significance. That’s what school can be: students’ taking part in a significant, purposeful story. Using funny, inspirational stories and researched-based strategies, Trevor shares how to use the power of story, brain science, and authentic learning to help teachers achieve true student engagement. Educators leave with proven practices to create authentic learning experiences, motivation to foster deeper student-connections, and a compelling reminder of the impact educators have on their students’ lives.
Following the keynote, educators will:
- Understand the potent role of purpose in driving motivation for both educators and students.
- Learn research-backed strategies to increase student engagement for all students
- Discover the impact of utilizing the art of storytelling and insights from brain science to enhance teaching and learning
- Learn how technology can be integrated into the curriculum to enhance engagement and learning outcomes.
- Gain practical strategies to design and implement authentic learning experiences that resonate with students.
- Acquire techniques to foster deeper connections with students, creating a more engaging and meaningful learning environment.
- Reflect on the profound, lasting impact educators have on the lives of their students, reinforcing the significance of their role.
Bridging the Gap: Strengthening Student-School Connections
Student-success often has less to do with student-intelligence and more to do with their connection to the learning environment. Students who do not connect with either the teacher, their peers, the subject matter, or the fundamental purpose of school usually struggle there. Teachers, as guides and mentors, play a pivotal role in fostering these connections, shaping a supportive environment where students can not only grow academically but also flourish personally in school and life. Using stories, humor, and sharing proven practices, Trevor helps educators explore ways to form these connections, ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive in the classroom.
Innovative Teacher Mindset
Being innovative in education isn't about abandoning tradition but embracing what works while staying open to change. It's a mindset that encourages creative risks and continuous improvement, making educators adaptable in a constantly evolving world. Education demands innovation and a willingness to evolve to become a different kind of teacher. This keynote is about developing this mindset and using it throughout your career so you AND your students can thrive.
Creating a Collaborative Classroom
Trevor inspires and equips educators with actionable ideas and proven best practices to facilitate successful collaboration. Authenticity and trust are the heart of strong student teamwork. When students are engaged in meaningful, relevant group work, and teachers have the tools and resources to guide them, collaboration is no longer a struggle but transforms into an anticipated, dynamic practice with rich outcomes and deeper learning.
Reignite Your Passion for Teaching
A strong why allows us to withstand any how. This keynote explores how having and articulating a greater underlying purpose to work inspires deeper engagement and more joy in the process- for students and educators. Using research and storytelling, Trevor helps educators understand how embedding purpose in curriculum, relationships, and their own careers can have a profound impact on their students, but also for themselves.
Stop Calling Them Soft Skills!
A recent US survey shows that the main reason people are fired from their jobs is that they lack soft skills: critical thinking, communication, collaboration, adaptability, and confidence. Trevor equips teachers to craft learning experiences so that students develop these critical skills while learning 'hard skills’ and academic content. Students do purposeful work while becoming better communicators, collaborators, problem solvers, and citizens.
Purposeful Technology to Create Authentic Learning
Authentic learning leads to deeper learning. When used with intentionality, technology can help enhance authenticity and give tangible purpose to student work. This keynote is about how certain technologies can be used to enhance authenticity in the classroom, assist students in meaningful work, and teach them skills they will need the rest of their lives.
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