Higher education matters vodcast: Your 'natural' teacher is a myth. Here's why it matters in a multicultural classroom
Hill, Antony; Dan-Ogosi, Ifeoma
Authors
Antony Hill Antony.Hill@uwe.ac.uk
College Dean of Learning and Teaching
Ifeoma Dan-Ogosi
Abstract
In this episode host Antony Hill is joined by Ifeoma Dan-Ogosi for a timely discussion that sets the scene for effective teaching in a multicultural classroom. This conversation offers a deep dive into Dr. Dan-Ogosi's personal teaching journey and how she got to where she is now as a university lecturer. This conversation provides crucial insights into the blend of passion, training, and adaptability required to thrive in modern higher education, particularly within diverse learning environments.
Key topics discussed in this episode:
•The debate: Are great teachers inherently 'born' or are their skills predominantly 'made' through qualification and experience?
•Setting the scene for fostering inclusive and effective learning in multicultural classrooms.
•A deep dive into Ifeoma Dan-Ogosi's personal teaching experience and career trajectory.
•Key milestones and challenges in her journey to becoming a university lecturer.
•The importance of pedagogical expertise versus subject matter mastery in a diverse educational landscape.
•Practical insights for aspiring and current educators navigating complex classroom dynamics.
