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Dec 2024
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Episode 303: Manuel Herrera

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Blending Creativity, Education, and Technology with Manuel Herrera

Welcome to another inspiring episode of My EdTech Life! Today, we sit down with the multi-talented Manuel Herrera, an illustrator, educator, and consultant, to discuss his journey through education, creativity, and EdTech. Manuel shares how his passion for drawing and creativity has shaped his career and inspired countless students and educators. Get ready for an engaging conversation full of actionable insights and inspiration for educators, creators, and lifelong learners!

🔗 Key Topics Discussed:

  • Manuel's journey from classroom teacher to EdTech leader and consultant
  • How creativity enhances teaching and learning
  • The role of tools in the creative process
  • Overcoming imposter syndrome and fostering confidence
  • Practical steps to unlock your creative potential

Timestamps:
00:30 Introduction and gratitude to the audience
02:00 Meet Manuel Herrera: Educator, illustrator, and speaker
03:14 Blending passions: Creativity in education and EdTech
06:00 The early days of creativity in teaching
10:00 Storyboarding and drawing: Unlocking student creativity
18:27 Manuel's current role and the birth of Manuel Draws
25:00 Encouraging educators to express their creativity
32:58 Tackling imposter syndrome and building a supportive network
39:00 Steps to ignite your creative journey
41:17 Manuel's “edu kryptonite”: Chasing too many tools
45:42 Manuel's billboard message: "Don’t Be a Jerk!"

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