How do educators' views on knowledge, science, and values shape the way they teach? In this episode, we welcome Maria Angelica Mejia Caceres to explore how these perspectives influence educational practices—affecting not just what is taught, but how it is received. We discuss the impact of language, emotions, and underlying beliefs in the classroom, questioning the limitations of a purely scientific approach. Can optimism or pessimism about social change shape student engagement? Join us as we uncover how recognizing these influences can transform education into a dynamic force for critical thinking and social change.