S01E02. Planning for MBL

In this episode, we sit down with Natalie Guinasso to explore her transformative approach to Mastery-Based Learning (MBL) and Cultural Responsiveness and Sustaining Education (CRSE) in the classroom. Natalie shares her journey of making learning relevant by giving students a voice and agency in their education. She describes a pivotal classroom moment that led her to rethink traditional teaching methods, sparking meaningful discussions on the purpose of education and the value of skills beyond curriculum mandates. Natalie emphasizes the importance of building relationships, listening to students, and creating engaging and flexible learning environments that cater to individual needs, especially within set curricular structures. Through her experiences, she highlights how MBL and CRSE empower students as learners and community members.