Personal & Authentic: Designing Learning Experiences That Impact a Lifetime - Thomas C. Murray

\n \nAs an educator, you have the power \n to leave a legacy by . . . \n \n- \nMaking students' learning experiences personal and authentic\n \n- \nEnsuring that the culture around you is personal and authentic\n \n- \nDeveloping and nurturing personal and authentic relationships\n \n- \nBeing personal and authentic\n \n \n \nIn Personal & Authentic, Thomas C. Murray reveals the power of designing awe-inspiring experiences that are grounded in relationships and learner-centered by design. Inherently relevant and contextualized, it is this kind of learning that lasts a lifetime. \n \nBe bold. Be fearless. Be proud. Be you.\n \nYour story is not finished yet.\n \n \n \nAfter you read this book, you will become a better teacher and leader--and if not, you might want to read it again \n --Salome Thomas-EL, award-winning principal, speaker, and author\n \nOne of the most helpful, heartfelt, and unassuming stories I've ever read. \n --Brad Gustafson, EdD, national distinguished principal and best-selling author\n \nThe story always wins. The most impactful learning has always been personal and authentic. Murray does a masterful job of weaving both the gripping story of educators and the opportunities for them to increase their impact on students. \n --Joe Sanfelippo, PhD, superintendent, author, and speaker\n \nTeachers will finish this book feeling inspired and empowered to continue the important work we are called to do. \n --Luisa Palomo Hare, kindergarten teacher, 2012 Nebraska Teacher of the Year\n