Learning Unboxed
262 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsWe hear, frequently, that the global education system is broken, and as a result, we spend billions of dollar trying to fix it. But the K-12 system isn’t actually broken at all – it’s working exactly as it was designed, 100 years ago, and it’s obsolete. So in Learning Unboxed, we will have a conversation about teaching, learning, and the future of work; we will reimagine, rethink, and redesign our educational system.
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BONUS. Making the Shift Series: Kavita Tanna
July 08, 2024 09:30 - 37 minutes - 34 MBWelcome to our special series about shifting to a more student-lead ecosystem! Usually we take the month of July off, but this year we’re going to re-examine episodes with the theme of empowering students and communities to determine their own needs and successes. In today’s episode, Kavita Tanna, founder of Global Reconnect, speaks about our interconnectedness, not just as human beings, but as creatures on this planet. She weaves together strength-based approaches, sustainable ownership, a...
237. Story-Based Creativity with Sarah Lagrotteria
June 24, 2024 09:30 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBHumans think in story. Story is not just a way to connect with others, it’s how we connect to ourselves and how we navigate our world. At Just Bloom School, adults and children learn how to tap into their innate story-telling abilities to develop creativity and resilience. Head educator Sarah Lagrotteria joins us today to tell us more. Sarah has trained Special Ops members, business leaders, and third graders in how to think in story to come up with creative problem-solving solutions. She g...
236. Changing the Education Ecosystem with Byron Sanders
June 17, 2024 09:30 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBThe traditional educational ecosystem is not built to reflect kids’ lived experiences and development. It has almost arbitrary divisions: School, after school, and summer; school districts and nonprofits; test scores and behavior. Byron Sanders and Big Thought want to change that ecosystem. Big Thought is a Dallas-based organization that creates youth programming, convenes other educational organizations, and consults on best practices. Through experiential learning, they provide kids from ...
235. Retaining School Health Professionals with Lesley Slaughter
June 10, 2024 09:30 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBLesley Slaughter’s job as Senior Vice President of Soliant is to examine how to close the gap between the number of healthcare professionals and the increasing number of patients requiring care. Recently she has been focusing on school settings as the location of care and health professionals like speech pathologists, sign language interpreters, special ed teachers, etc. According to a survey conducted by Soliant, 50% of these school-based professionals were considering leaving their field ...
234. Immersive Nature Learning with Seth Oglesby and Susan Zelinski
June 03, 2024 09:30 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBGetting to see a live wild animal up close beats staring at a screen for just about anybody, big or small. Our guests today have witnessed that firsthand and are building out their family education program based on it. We are joined today by Seth Oglesby and Susan Zelinski from Arc of Appalachia’s Nature is Neat program. They are in the early growing stages of the South-Central Ohio program, bringing on more volunteer naturalists and a full-time education coordinator. Their passion is palp...
233. Playworks and the Power of Recess with Elizabeth Cushing
May 27, 2024 09:30 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBPlay is powerful. Not only is it critical to the individual development of children, but it can create schoolwide cultures of inclusion, celebration, and healthy conflict resolution. No one knows this better than our guest on the show today, Elizabeth Cushing, CEO of Playworks. For almost 30 years, Playworks has worked to give kids a safe, healthy, inclusive recess experience. They partner with schools, starting with a Great Recess Framework evaluation. Then they place Playworks staff at t...
232. The Research, Entrepreneurship, Design, & Inquiry Lab with Tom Thorpe
May 20, 2024 09:30 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBAlmost ten years ago, Tom Thorpe wanted to create a learning environment that was embedded in the community and shaped around individual students. Today, REDI Lab, a “school within a school,” is physically located in a Denver Housing Authority neighborhood and sees over 100 students create their own learning path every year. As our guest today, Tom tells us the origin story and evolution of the Research Entrepreneurship, Design, & Inquiry Lab at Colorado Academy. He walks us through the tri...
231. Improving Math Curriculums with Tammy and Marc Goldberg
May 13, 2024 09:30 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBIf a student misses even a single building block in their math education, they will struggle in future lessons. In math, every concept builds on itself. That’s why developing an excellent math curriculum is so critical… and so difficult. Today our guests are Tammy and Marc Goldberg, education innovators with Mathnasium. They’ve helped the company revamp its curriculum to help both instructors and students. Every concept is broken down into sequential pieces. Instructors assess where the stu...
230. The Path to Hope with Christian Martinez
May 06, 2024 09:30 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBChristian Martinez knows firsthand what it’s like to be a young immigrant in America: The language barrier, financial stress, feeling alone and hopeless. That’s why he does what he does today. Christian is the founder and community innovator for The Camino Program and he’s our guest on the show today. Christian tells us about the Camino program, not just what it does, but how it makes its participants feel. The program offers support in professional development, mental health, peer support...
229. Building Students and Staff Agency with Johnna Noll
April 29, 2024 09:30 - 33 minutes - 30.2 MBIn 2015, Norris School District came to Johnna Noll with a learner-centered educational consultant’s dream request. The tiny school district’s residential population consisted of a treatment center for kids, and it asked Johnna to help it transform into a learner-centered, trauma-invested, constantly evolving program. Of course, she said yes. Johnna joins the show today to tell us about what the school district has built. It uses a very clear learning design process: Profile, Plan, Pathwa...
228. Systems Change in Kentucky with Rob Collins
April 22, 2024 09:30 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBHow do you even begin to create systems change in education? Our guest today is Rob Collins. He manages the Innovative Learning Network in the Kentucky Department of Education. Rob gives us a peek into what systems change looks like right now for the state of Kentucky. We dive into the teaching initiatives that the Kentucky Department of Education is undertaking in this area. Rob tells us about how the Innovative Learning Network provides institutional support and learning opportunities f...
227. Liberatory Learning with Dr. Michelle Sadrena Pledger
April 15, 2024 09:30 - 33 minutes - 31 MBIt’s time to get free from oppression, both inside the classroom and out: internalized oppression, interpersonal oppression, ideological oppression, institutional oppression. That’s what Dr. Michelle Sadrena Pledger is here to talk with us about today. Michelle is the Founder of Living for Liberation and is also the Director of Liberation at the High Tech High Graduate School of Education. Her specialty is liberatory project-based learning. That’s when young people experience a learning env...
226. Building a Workplace Mentorship Program with Michael Coughlin
April 08, 2024 09:30 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBBig Brothers Big Sisters of New York City is the nation's first and the city's largest youth mentoring organization. Chief Program and Innovation Officer Michael Coughlin joins us today to tell us about their newest iteration of mentoring: their workplace mentorship program. Starting sophomore year, students are paired with corporate professionals who act as their career mentors through high school graduation, and sometimes all the way through college. These one-on-one mentorships are close...
225. Supporting Individual Interests and Strengths with Steve Heath
April 01, 2024 09:30 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBSteve Heath calls himself a “professional confuser.” In a world where kids are defined by grades, test scores, attendance, and behavior, Steve’s organization asks them what they want to do and then helps them do it. Steve is executive director and co-founder of FabNewport. FabNewport provides underserved youth with the opportunity to learn how to code, sew, design, prototype, run CNC machines, and imagine new possibilities. In the 10 years, he’s served more than 20,000 middle and high schoo...
224. Aggressive Optimism with Jenna Edwards
March 25, 2024 09:30 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBStudents often face the double burden of experiencing trauma then feeling isolated and powerless. Educators don’t always know when to step in and what tools to offer. Jenna Edwards’ new book, “Aggressive Optimism,” seeks to fix that. “Aggressive Optimism” is a novel based on Jenna’s own experience with a devastating accident and resulting PTSD. The coming-of-age book is written for high school students. Jenna describes it as an “emotional resonance of Girl Interrupted with the empowering es...
223. The Learning Science of Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood with Ryan Rydzewski and Gregg Behr
March 18, 2024 09:30 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBFred Rogers was an incredible learning scientist before the term even existed. That’s the basis of Ryan Rydzewski’s and Gregg Behr’s new book, “When You Wonder, You're Learning: Mister Rogers' Enduring Lessons for Raising Creative, Curious, Caring Kids.” Today they join the show to share what they learned while writing the book. Fred engineered every aspect of Mr. Rogers' neighborhood to help kids develop tools for learning. He combined familiarity with mystery to create a magical learning ...
222. City Year’s Whole School, Whole Child Model with Quamid Francis
March 11, 2024 09:30 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBToday we’re joined by Quamid Francis, the former Executive Director of City Year New York. His program places and supports Student Success Coaches in 17 New York City public schools. The Student Success Coaches’ number one priority is to build trusting relationships with students. Based on these trusting relationships, student attendance increases, behavioral incidences decrease, and entire families get connected to services they need. Chances are you’ve heard of City Year and the way they ...
221. Beyond the Classroom: Real-World Learning with Ellen Erlanger and Kathy Meyer
March 04, 2024 10:30 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBIn this episode of Learning Unboxed, we are thrilled to welcome Ellen Erlanger and Kathy Meyer, co-directors of professional learning at the Partnerships for Authentic Learning and Leadership. They bring a wealth of experience and insights into the transformative power of authentic learning—a pedagogical approach that bridges academic content with real-world applications, preparing students for success beyond the classroom. Ellen and Kathy delve into the essentials of authentic learning, em...
220. Relationship as the Basis of Education with Jim Bailey of Rocky Tree Sky
February 26, 2024 10:30 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBThe most important thing adults can provide young people in their learning journey is a caring relationship. That is the fundamental belief that drives Jim Bailey in his work as co-founder and executive director at Rock Tree Sky, a self-directed learning community. In this episode, Jim and Annalies discuss adults’ roles in making space for young people to tap their innate curiosity and problem-solving skills. At Rock Tree Sky, adults roll up their sleeves and get inspired along with student...
219. From Classroom to Community: The Evolution of Education with Remake Learning
February 19, 2024 10:30 - 32 minutes - 30 MBIn this episode of Learning Unboxed, we're thrilled to welcome Stephanie Lewis, the Director of Relationships at Remake Learning, a network that's spearheading the transformation of education in the Pittsburgh region. Remake Learning is not just about innovative education; it's about building a community that fosters engaging, relevant, and equitable learning experiences for all. Stephanie shares the journey of Remake Learning since its inception in 2007, highlighting how it has grown into a...
218. Soaring Beyond Boundaries: How Aviation Is Transforming STEM Learning with Tiffany Nelson
February 12, 2024 10:30 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBIn this episode of Learning Unboxed, we have the pleasure of hosting Tiffany Nelson, the Director of Programs and Evaluation at Wings of Hope. Wings of Hope, a global humanitarian organization, has been utilizing aviation to impact vulnerable communities since 1962. Our main topic of discussion is their innovative SOAR into STEM program, which integrates aviation and STEM education to redefine educational and career pathways for students. Tiffany shares the intriguing journey of Wings of Ho...
217. Bridging Worlds: Inspire High’s Revolution in Global Learning with Ian Shimizu
February 05, 2024 10:30 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MBIn this episode of Learning Unboxed, we're exploring the inspiring world of educational innovation with Ian Shimizu, the navigator at Inspire High, a pioneering edtech program based in Japan. Inspire High is revolutionizing the way teenagers connect with the world, offering interactive sessions with creative minds from diverse fields. It's about bringing real-life stories and experiences into the classroom, and Ian is at the forefront of this educational transformation. Ian shares his journ...
216. Inclusivity in STEM: Culturally Relevant Learning with Meagan Naraine
January 29, 2024 10:30 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBIn this episode of Learning Unboxed, we have the pleasure of hosting Meagan Naraine, the co-founder of Culturally Relevant Science (CRS). CRS is an innovative non-profit organization dedicated to making STEM education more inclusive and engaging for underrepresented groups. Founded as a YouTube channel during the pandemic, CRS has grown significantly, offering a range of educational resources that combine rigorous learning with elements of pop culture and entertainment. Meagan shares the in...
215. Bridging the Gap: An Innovative Approach to Real-World Learning with Abdul Matheen of Project You
January 22, 2024 10:30 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBIn this episode of Learning Unboxed, we have the pleasure of speaking with Abdul Matheen, the visionary CEO of Project You. Abdul's journey from aeronautical engineering to education has led to the creation of an innovative approach to learning, focusing on the real-world application of academic knowledge. Abdul discusses Project You's unique 'Build and Guild' program, designed to bridge the gap between conventional schooling and practical industry experience. The program, impacting over 70...
214. Beyond the Classroom: Bridging Education and Employment with Kelly Cassaro
January 15, 2024 10:30 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBIn this episode of Learning Unboxed, we explore the transformative power of workforce development in education with Kelly Cassaro, Chief of Learning at Generation. Generation is a remarkable nonprofit that trains adults for careers that were previously out of reach, helping to foster economic mobility on a global scale. Kelly shares the groundbreaking methodologies of Generation, which aligns job readiness training with employer needs, ensuring that graduates are not just educated but truly...
213. Faith Meets Future: Transforming Education at Unity Grammar with Mariam Bernard
January 08, 2024 10:30 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBIn this episode of Learning Unboxed, we're venturing into the transformative world of education with Mariam Bernard, Deputy Principal of Secondary School at Unity Grammar in Australia. Unity Grammar, a co-educational Islamic school, is on an exciting journey of integrating Islamic values into its curriculum while focusing on future readiness and community integration. Mariam, who has a unique background in science and industry, shares the school's ambitious mission to nurture future leaders...
212. Building Virtual Roads in Education with Catherine Fraise
December 04, 2023 10:30 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBIn this episode of Learning Unboxed, we're exploring the revolutionary realm of virtual learning and the metaverse with Catherine Fraise, the founder of 100 Roads Design. Catherine brings a fresh perspective to education, aiming to transform it through alternative pathways that cater to diverse learning styles and maximize potential. Throughout our conversation, Catherine shares her journey from a traditional educator to an innovator, driven by the desire to create more personalized and eng...
211. Empowering the Next Generation: Civic Engagement in Teen Science Cafés with Katey Ahmann and Carolyn Noe
November 27, 2023 10:30 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBIn today's episode of Learning Unboxed, we're honored to have Katey Ahmann and Carolyn Noe join us to discuss the transformative role of youth in shaping their communities through civic engagement. Our guests shed light on a unique program called Teen Science Cafe that hosts 'cafes'—dynamic spaces where young people lead the way in selecting local topics and steering community conversations. Through this exploratory dialogue, Katey and Carolyn illustrate how these cafes operate, the importa...
210. Building Dreams: How Makerspaces Are Shaping the Future of Learning with Noelle Conover
November 13, 2023 10:30 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBIn this episode of Learning Unboxed, we're venturing into the inspiring world of maker spaces with Noelle Conover, co-founder of Matt's Maker Space. Founded in memory of her son, Matt's Maker Space is a beacon for STEAM learning, proving to be a game-changer for students and communities alike. Maker spaces are more than just rooms filled with tools; they are hives of creativity where the process is king. Noelle shares how these spaces have flourished post-pandemic, becoming sanctuaries wher...
209. Unlocking the Magic of Middle School: Embracing Authenticity in Education with Chris Balme
November 06, 2023 10:30 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBIn this episode of Learning Unboxed, we journey into the transformative world of middle school education with Chris Balme, a seasoned educator, founder of multiple schools, and author of "Finding the Magic in Middle School". Middle school is a time of rapid change, and Chris shares his insights on the importance of recognizing and valuing the complexities of these young learners. Together, we discuss the significance of giving middle school students a voice, the lasting impact of their expe...
208. The Future of Project-Based Learning: An Insight into Project Leo with Steven Eno
October 30, 2023 09:30 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBIn this episode of Learning Unboxed, we explore the transformative power of Project Leo, a groundbreaking project-based learning platform crafted by the Da Vinci School. Joining us is Steven Eno, the director of Project Leo, who takes us on a journey through the platform's inspirations, capabilities, and the challenges faced during its development. Together, we dive into the world of personalized learning, discussing the importance of aligning student interests with academic requirements. St...
207. Making Design Accessible with Laura Flusche
October 23, 2023 09:30 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBToday we talk about threshold anxiety and teaching design thinking. Our guest is Laura Flusche, the executive Director of the Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA). An art historian by training, Laura has a deep love for traditional museums, but recognizes the problem of “threshold anxiety.” Many people are scared to go to museums because they feel like they won’t fit in. At MODA, Laura focuses on making design accessible to everyone. MODA exhibits on video games and hip hop help teach the concep...
206. Nurturing the Whole Child: Nataliya Starodub on Redefining Mentorship
October 16, 2023 09:30 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBIn this episode of Learning Unboxed, we explore the transformative power of mentoring in education with Nataliya Starodub, the visionary founder of The Dreva Mentoring Academy. Born from the legacy of an alternative school in Minsk, Belarus, The Dreva Mentoring Academy is redefining mentoring for students aged four to sixteen. Nataliya and her team of international mentors focus on nurturing children's curiosity, agency, skills, and identity, providing a unique approach that extends beyond t...
205. Evolving Education: A Vision for Change in the AI Era with Bill Daggett
October 09, 2023 09:30 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBIn this episode of Learning Unboxed, we are honored to have a conversation with Dr. Bill Daggett, a pioneer in education reform, the founder of the Successful Practices Network and the International Center for Leadership in Education, and a renowned author on education. We dive deep into the evolution of transformative education, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the challenges and opportunities it presents in the age of artificial intelligence. Dr. Daggett shares his inv...
204. Unboxing Transformative Mentorship: Fostering Passion-Based Learning and Building Community with Audrey Wisch
October 02, 2023 09:30 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBWe're joined by the inspiring Audrey Wisch, founder of Curious Cardinals and a recognized figure in Forbes 30 Under 30 in Education and Youngest categories. Audrey takes us on a journey through her experiences at Stanford University, which sowed the seeds for her passion in education and led to the creation of Curious Cardinals, a mentorship platform that bridges the gap between K-12 students and college mentors. Audrey shares the philosophy and core pillars that define Curious Cardinals: n...
203. Voice, Vision, and Value: The Student Engagement Revolution with Heather Van Benthuysen
September 25, 2023 09:30 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBIn this episode of Learning Unboxed, we welcome Heather Van Benthuysen, the Executive Director of Student Voice and Engagement at Chicago Public Schools (CPS). Chicago stands out, potentially being the first district with a role dedicated to student voice and engagement. Heather illuminates CPS's journey to place students at the heart of decision-making processes, intertwining identity, community, and relationships into an innovative instructional vision. To learn more, visit: pastfoundatio...
202. Beyond the Classroom: Shaping Global Education through Systems Thinking with Sheryl Cababa
September 18, 2023 09:30 - 32 minutes - 30 MBIn this episode of Learning Unboxed, we're exploring the profound impact of systems thinking in transformative education with Sheryl Cababa from Substantial. Sheryl is the mind behind the freshly-released book, "Closing the Loop: Systems Thinking for Designers.” A dedicated design researcher and strategist, Sheryl is at the helm of informing education product and service designs, as well as directing investment strategies. In our conversation, Sheryl unveils the close-knit relationship betw...
201. Flourishing Globally: Transformative Education with Kavita Tanna of Globally Reconnect
September 11, 2023 09:30 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBIn today's episode of Learning Unboxed, we're joined by Kavita Tanna, founder of Globally Reconnect, an enterprise dedicated to transformative, inclusive education on a global scale. Kavita has a unique perspective on how language and storytelling shape education and personal growth. In our conversation, Kavita delves into the philosophy behind Globally Reconnect, highlighting the importance of "flourishing" as a more holistic and empowering term than "thriving." She emphasizes that our cho...
200. Embracing Curiosity, Making Mistakes & Learning with Fatima Bainazar
August 28, 2023 09:30 - 34 minutes - 32 MBIn this landmark 200th episode of Learning Unboxed, we're taking a moment to reflect, appreciate, and celebrate the incredible journey of one of our most treasured contributors, Fatima Bainazar. From her initial days as a reserved intern during her freshman year of high school to the accomplished graduate that stands before us today, Fatima's growth is a testament to the transformative power of education. Fatima shares the genesis of her journey with the PAST Innovation Lab—how a mere inter...
199. Rethinking Discipline: A Journey into Student-Led Restorative Education with AJ Crabill (Part 2)
August 21, 2023 09:30 - 34 minutes - 31.1 MBIn this episode of Learning Unboxed, we continue our deep dive with AJ Crabill in part 2 of our enlightening 2-part series focused on student-led restorative practices in schools. The series sheds light on a 24-month pilot spearheaded by AJ from June 2022 to June 2024. A noteworthy aspect of this endeavor? The initial nine months were solely dedicated to adult training. AJ firmly believes in equipping adults first so they are not just passive participants but empowered allies in the initiat...
198. Rethinking Discipline: A Journey into Student-Led Restorative Education with AJ Crabill (Part 1)
August 14, 2023 09:30 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBIn this episode of Learning Unboxed, we're delving into the realm of student-led restorative practices with AJ Crabill, the author of "Great on Their Behalf." With a firm belief that student outcomes won't shift until adult behaviors change, we explore the transformative education through a restorative lens. AJ Crabill breaks down the contrasting approaches of retributive versus restorative, showcasing how the latter focuses on repairing harm instead of simply punishing wrongdoing. Together...
197. Reimagining Education through Project-Based Learning with Bryan Harms
August 07, 2023 09:30 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBIn this episode of Learning Unboxed, we delve deep into the realm of project-based learning (PBL) with Bryan Harms, a teacher, software engineer, and co-founder of Imagine If, a transformative educational organization based in Denmark. With a mission to reimagine education and provide engaging, personalized, and meaningful learning experiences, Imagine If has been pioneering change in the educational landscape. Join us in this inspiring conversation with Bryan as we examine the ways in whic...
196. Rebuilding Education from the Ground Up with Nathan Gorsch and Katie Flanagan (Re-Air)
July 31, 2023 09:30 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBWelcome to the July edition of Learning Unboxed. As many of you know, we tend to take the month of July off, but we have heard from our loyal listeners that you would love content during your summer vacation. So we have crafted a set of four episodes to run during the July holiday that are all about exploring student agency. For those working to make a meaningful shift in your classrooms, schools, and communities, the most crucial place to start is making the decision to shift from a teacher...
195. How One Stone Empowers Students to Become Better Leaders (Re-Air)
July 24, 2023 09:30 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBWelcome to the July edition of Learning Unboxed. As many of you know, we tend to take the month of July off, but we have heard from our loyal listeners that you would love content during your summer vacation. So we have crafted a set of four episodes to run during the July holiday that are all about exploring student agency. For those working to make a meaningful shift in your classrooms, schools, and communities, the most crucial place to start is making the decision to shift from a teacher...
194. Revolutionizing the Middle School Experience with Denise Daniels & Andrew Ravin (Re-Air)
July 17, 2023 09:30 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MBWelcome to the July edition of Learning Unboxed. As many of you know, we tend to take the month of July off, but we have heard from our loyal listeners that you would love content during your summer vacation. So we have crafted a set of four episodes to run during the July holiday that are all about exploring student agency. For those working to make a meaningful shift in your classrooms, schools, and communities, the most crucial place to start is making the decision to shift from a teacher...
193. When We Trust Kids, Amazing Things Happen with Gever Tulley (Re-Air)
July 10, 2023 09:30 - 35 minutes - 33 MBWelcome to the July edition of Learning Unboxed. As many of you know, we tend to take the month of July off, but we have heard from our loyal listeners that you would love content during your summer vacation. So we have crafted a set of four episodes to run during the July holiday that are all about exploring student agency. For those working to make a meaningful shift in your classrooms, schools, and communities, the most crucial place to start is making the decision to shift from a teacher...
192. Chief AI Officers: One example of an incredible new role our kids may aspire to, and what it means for us
June 26, 2023 09:30 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBIn this fascinating episode of Learning Unboxed, we delve deep into the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its profound implications for our future. Joining us is Sanjay Saigal, Executive Director for Affiliates and Research Engagement at Stanford Institute for Computational and Mathematical Engineering (ICME), brings us the rich history of AI, the democratization of this powerful tool, and its evolving user interface. He also sheds light on the critical role humanities play in steer...
191. The Transformational Power of Montessori Education with Tessa Wessels of Casa Bilingual Montessori
June 19, 2023 09:30 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBIn this episode of Learning Unboxed, we dive deep into the world of Montessori education and its transformative potential. Our special guest is Tessa Wessels, founder of Casa Bilingual Montessori. Tessa opens up about her personal journey, from her upbringing in apartheid South Africa to creating an educational environment that nurtures critical and independent thinking in the Netherlands. Join us as we explore the distinguishing features of Tessa's school, such as its all-day, all-year pro...
190. Pushing the Limits: The Journey to Extreme Innovation in Schools with Nick Salmon
June 12, 2023 09:30 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBToday, we're honored to have Nick Salmon, founder and president of the Collaborative Learning Network, join us as we discuss the topic of extreme innovation in the education space. As a ninth-generation educator and self-certified 'educational furniture whisperer,' Nick is deeply committed to positively influencing the lives of 1.6 billion young people worldwide. Together, we'll delve into the heart of innovation in education, challenging traditional concepts of school and why they matter. ...
189. How Zoo Schools are Changing the Education Landscape
June 05, 2023 09:30 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBWelcome to another exciting episode of "Learning Unboxed" where we’re talking about zoo schools as transformative educational institutions. We're joined by four distinguished guests from the world of zoo education and conservation: Chris Edelen, a career tech teacher at Cincinnati Public Schools' Hughes STEM School and a former zookeeper at the Cincinnati Zoo, brings in over two decades of experience in the zoo and education sectors; Trene't Schill, a proud 2018 Zoo Academy alumni and Unive...