017 Leaders Go First: Meghan Lawson’s Tips For Vibrant Professional Learning Communities

Write Answers: a Production of the Ohio Writing Project

Meghan Lawson is a kindness ambassador, teacher, and instructional coach. In addition to all that, Meghan has led professional development for the Ohio Writing Project, both as a consultant and as an instructor in OWP’s masters degree classes for teachers. In this episode, we discuss how sharing our teaching weaknesses can actually be a show of strength...and can make us better leaders, enhancing the conversations we have with colleagues--and with students. If you’re interested in teaching, leadership, professional development, or PLC work--this episode is for you! Follow more of Meghan’s Work: Meghanlawson.com Twitter: @Meghan_Lawson The Ohio Writing Project specializes in professional development for teachers. OWP does on-site PD with schools as well as virtual, hybrid, and in-person courses teachers can take for college credit. The Ohio Writing Project also features a masters degree program for teachers through Miami University. Featuring the renowned “4-Week”, the OWP’s Masters of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program is both practical and transformational. Learn more about the Ohio Writing Project + Programming: http://miamioh.edu/cas/academics/departments/english/academics/graduate-studies/ohio-writing-project/ GET INVOLVED! Want to be kept in the loop for future OWP events? Email us here: [e-mail] Looking for a quick and easy writing invitation for your students...or yourself? Follow us on Instagram @owpmu Submit a poem to be featured on a future episode: [e-mail] Do you have an share-worthy teaching practice? Do you know someone else who fits the bill? Email Noah at the address above--we are always looking for great educators to interview for the podcast. Find Noah on Twitter: @MrWteach Find Beth on Twitter: @BethRimer Find OWP on Twitter: @owpmu