Your Body Language Shapes Who You Are

This is a feature at TA, that shares TED talks that can help you be a better educator. These posts will be archived on the Philosophy page.  The general focus is Education but are not limited to that. They can include other things as well.

The power of your body language is astounding. It has numerous implications for teachers.

Think about the difference a strong and confident presence can make for a teacher.

1. The interview for your teaching position.
2. The presentation you make to your colleagues.
3. Discussing a students behavior/learning problems to their parents.

Amy Cuddy gives a powerful talk about the difference our non-verbal language can make on others...and ourselves. Please Enjoy: