Record numbers of teachers are leaving the profession, and too many students report negative feelings about school. Dr. Catlin Tucker addresses the urgent need to reimagine education and create more effective, equitable, and student-led learning environments. It’s time to transform classrooms into collaborative spaces where educators work alongside students, creating a more sustainable and fulfilling teaching and learning experience for everyone. Dr. Catlin Tucker is a bestselling author, international trainer, and keynote speaker. She was named Teacher of the Year in 2010 in Sonoma County, where she taught for 16 years. Catlin earned her master’s in education at the University of California at Santa Barbara and her doctorate from Pepperdine University. Catlin has published nine books, including The Shift to Student-led and The Complete Guide to Blended Learning. She hosts The Balance podcast and is active on X @Catlin_Tucker and Instagram @CatlinTucker. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx