Trending In Ed
852 episodes - English - Latest episode: 19 days ago - ★★★★★ - 49 ratingsAt the intersection of learning, media, and the future of work, join us each week as we sense and discover where the future of education is heading. Join host Mike Palmer, the Founder of Palmer Media, as he engages with thought leaders, pioneers, and entrepreneurs exploring the cutting edge of learning in these tumultuous times.
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Debunking the Learning Style Myth - Trending In Education - Episode 106
May 15, 2018 07:00 - 28 minutesHave you ever had a student say "I can't learn by reading?" Have you ever opined "This would be a lot easier if I could listen to it?" Do you consider yourself a kinesthetic or visual learner? This week on the show we explore the myths of learning styles, teaching styles, VARKO the AARPVARK, and much much more.
Teacher Appreciation Week Extra - Kaplan Teacher of the Year, Craig Harman - Trending in Education
May 11, 2018 07:00 - 29 minutesWe close out our celebration of Teacher Appreciation Week and National Teacher Day (on Tuesday) by interviewing Kaplan's Teacher of the Year, Craig Harman. Mike and Dan talk with Craig about his path to teaching, engaging with students in an online classroom, the diversity of an online classroom, and more.
Teacher Appreciation Week - National Teacher Day Extra - Kaplan Teacher of the Year, Craig Harman - Trending in Education
May 11, 2018 07:00 - 29 minutesWe close out our celebration of Teacher Appreciation Week and National Teacher Day (on Tuesday) by interviewing Kaplan's Teacher of the Year, Craig Harman. Mike and Dan talk with Craig about his path to teaching, engaging with students in an online classroom, the diversity of an online classroom, and more.
Teacher Appreciation Week - National Teacher Day Extra - Philosophy and Civic Engagement w Dr Mark Sanders - Trending in Education
May 10, 2018 07:00 - 39 minutesWe continue our celebration of Teacher Appreciation Week and National Teacher Day by talking to a friend of the podcast. Mark Sanders is a professor of philosophy at the University of North Carolina - Charlotte. Mike and Dan sit down to chat with Mark about a wide range of topics in higher education and the larger learning field. Mark discusses some of the challenges of teaching philosophy, digital and anaolog citzenship, the generation/class of students, difficulties with reaching certain st...
Teacher Appreciation Week Extra - Philosophy and Civic Engagement w Dr. Mark Sanders - Trending in Education
May 10, 2018 07:00 - 39 minutesWe continue our celebration of Teacher Appreciation Week and National Teacher Day by talking to a friend of the podcast. Mark Sanders is a professor of philosophy at the University of North Carolina - Charlotte. Mike and Dan sit down to chat with Mark about a wide range of topics in higher education and the larger learning field. Mark discusses some of the challenges of teaching philosophy, digital and anaolog citzenship, the generation/class of students, difficulties with reaching certain st...
Teacher Appreciation Week Extra - Early Childhood Education w Allison McDonald - Trending in Education
May 09, 2018 07:00 - 24 minutesWe continue our Teacher Appreciation Week celebration by talking to Allison McDonald, an early childhood educator. We dive into the early education space, her focus on thematic lesson planning, and how to handle screen time with the pre-k population.
Teacher Appreciation Week - National Teacher Day Extra - Early Childhood Education w Allison McDonald - Trending in Education
May 09, 2018 07:00 - 24 minutesWe continue our Teacher Appreciation Week celebration by talking to Allison McDonald, an early childhood educator. We dive into the early education space, her focus on thematic lesson planning, and how to handle screen time with the pre-k population.
National Teacher Day 2018 - Teaching Trends with EdChat founder Steven Anderson - Trending In Education - Episode 102
May 08, 2018 07:00 - 53 minutesHappy National Teacher Day and Teachers Appreciation Week. Today’s episode kicks off our week of interviews and spotlights on teachers from all across the learning spectrum. At the top, Mike, Dan, and Brandon discuss teachers who were influential on their lives and then our co-hosts talk with Steven Anderson, education technologist, lecturer, and innovator. They discuss a variety of topics with Steven, including the creation of the hashtag EdChat, growth of innovation in the classroom, studen...
National Teacher Day 2018 - Teaching Trends with EdChat founder Steven Anderson - Trending In Education - Episode 91
May 08, 2018 07:00 - 53 minutesHappy National Teacher Day and Teachers Appreciation Week. Today’s episode kicks off our week of interviews and spotlights on teachers from all across the learning spectrum. At the top, Mike, Dan, and Brandon discuss teachers who were influential on their lives and then our co-hosts talk with Steven Anderson, education technologist, lecturer, and innovator. They discuss a variety of topics with Steven, including the creation of the hashtag EdChat, growth of innovation in the classroom, studen...
The Crisis of Trust - A Trending In Education Extra
May 03, 2018 04:00 - 32 minutesMike sits down to chat with Lev Kaye, Founder and CEO of CredSpark.com. They talk through a variety of topics including the emerging crisis of trust in social media, ACT's SEL venture, unbundling learning opportunities, and much, much more.
The Crisis of Trust - A discussion with Lev Kaye of CredSpark.com - Trending In Education Extra
May 03, 2018 04:00 - 32 minutesMike sits down to chat with Lev Kaye, Founder and CEO of CredSpark.com. They talk through a variety of topics including the crisis of trust, ACT's SEL venture, unbundling learning opportunities, and much, much more.
ASU/GSV and the EdTech Venture Scene - Trending In Education - Episode 90
May 01, 2018 07:00 - 22 minutesThis week, we focus on what's trending in the EdTech Venture space. Brandon recaps his trip to ASU-GSV, a conference that focuses on "elevating dialogue and driving action around raising learning and career outcomes through scaled innovation." The crew explores the current state of disruption in higher education and K12 and grapples with how to understand how Workforce Readiness fits into EdTech innovation and investment.
ASU/GSV and the EdTech Venture Scene - Trending In Education - Episode 100
May 01, 2018 07:00 - 22 minutesThis week, we focus on what's trending in the EdTech Venture space. Brandon recaps his trip to ASU-GSV, a conference that focuses on "elevating dialogue and driving action around raising learning and career outcomes through scaled innovation." The crew explores the current state of disruption in higher education and K12 and grapples with how to understand how Workforce Readiness fits into EdTech innovation and investment.
Starbucks, Unconcious Bias Training, and Workplace Learning - Trending In Education - Episode 89
April 24, 2018 07:00 - 23 minutesDan, Brandon, and Mike take a look at Starbuck's plans to shut down over 8,000 stores and train over 175,000 employees on unconcious-bias training on May 29th. They discuss the arrests that led to a social media outcry as well as how Starbucks is going about putting this training together. Has Starbucks planned on how to assess whether or not this training works? Will this focus be part of their new employee training moving forward? Is this anything more than a PR move by the coffee chain? Li...
Starbucks, Unconcious Bias Training, and Workplace Learning - Trending In Education - Episode 99
April 24, 2018 07:00 - 23 minutesMike, Brandon, and Dan take a look at Starbuck's plans to shut down over 8,000 stores and train over 175,000 employees on unconcious-bias training on May 29th. They discuss the arrests that led to a social media outcry as well as how Starbucks is going about putting this training together. Has Starbucks planned on how to assess whether or not this training works? Will this focus be part of their new employee training moving forward? Is this anything more than a PR move by the coffee chain? Li...
Facebook, Data Privacy, and the Tip of the Zuckerberg - Trending In Education - Episode 98
April 17, 2018 07:00 - 34 minutesThis week, Mike, Dan, and Brandon dive into the Congressional hearings held on the recent Facebook data privacy issues stemming from the 2016 Presidential Election, Cambridge Analytica, and more. They discuss Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook, appearing before committees from both the House and Senate, as well as their own usage of the platform. What sort of influence can Facebook usage and data have on education and edtech platforms like Quizlet? Tune in to find out.
Facebook, Data Privacy, and the Tip of the Zuckerberg - Trending In Education - Episode 88
April 17, 2018 07:00 - 34 minutesThis week, Mike, Dan, and Brandon dive into the Congressional hearings held on the recent Facebook data privacy issues stemming from the 2016 Presidential Election, Cambridge Analytica, and more. They discuss Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook, appearing before committees from both the House and Senate, as well as their own usage of the platform. What sort of influence can Facebook usage and data have on education and edtech platforms like Quizlet? Tune in to find out.
Black Panther, Future Tech, and STEM - Trending In Education - Episode 87
April 10, 2018 07:00 - 22 minutesMike and Brandon dive into the smash hit film Black Panther and explore its cultural implications, perspectives on technology and the future, and portrayals of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). The duo dig into what they learned by watching the film and how it points to broader trends in the collective consciousness.
Black Panther, Afrofuturism, and STEM - Trending In Education - Episode 97
April 10, 2018 07:00 - 22 minutesMike and Brandon dive into the smash hit film Black Panther and explore its cultural implications, perspectives on technology and the future, and portrayals of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). The duo dig into what they learned by watching the film and how it points to broader trends in the collective consciousness.
Lessons Learned on Trend Spotting and Predictions in 2018 March Madness - Trending In Education - Episode 86
April 03, 2018 07:00 - 20 minutesMichael and Brandon put a bow on the 2018 March Madness bracket. They take the opportunity to look back at the topics, lessons learned, and to assess some of Trending In Education's own ability to spot trends and shine a light on important changes in education.
Trend Spotting in 2018 March Madness - Trending In Education - Episode 96
April 03, 2018 07:00 - 20 minutesMichael and Brandon put a bow on the 2018 March Madness bracket. They take the opportunity to look back at the topics, lessons learned, and to assess some of Trending In Education's own ability to spot trends and shine a light on important changes in education. Listen in to learn the Winning Trend for the Year!
Trend Spotting in 2018 March Madness
April 03, 2018 07:00 - 20 minutesMike and Brandon put a bow on the 2018 March Madness bracket. They take the opportunity to look back at the topics, lessons learned, and to assess some of Trending In Education's own ability to spot trends and shine a light on important changes in education. Listen in to learn the Winning Trend for the Year!
Final Four - Learning March Madness - Trending In Education Episode 85
March 27, 2018 07:00 - 27 minutesAfter going through our Sweet Sixteen and Elite voting on Twitter, we present our Final Four and our finals match-up. Tune in to find out who moved forward from the Social Emotional Learning versus Fake News as well as number one overall seed Kidsolving taking on Laughing & Learning.
Final Four - Learning March Madness - Trending In Education Episode 95
March 27, 2018 07:00 - 27 minutesAfter going through our Sweet Sixteen and Elite voting on Twitter, we present our Final Four and our finals match-up. Tune in to find out who moved forward from the Social Emotional Learning versus Fake News as well as number one overall seed Kidsolving taking on Laughing & Learning.
Final Four - Learning March Madness
March 27, 2018 07:00 - 27 minutesAfter going through our Sweet Sixteen and Elite voting on Twitter, we present our Final Four and our finals match-up. Tune in to find out who moved forward from the Social Emotional Learning versus Fake News as well as number one overall seed Kidsolving taking on Laughing & Learning.
SXSW EDU 2018 - Trending in Education - Episode 94
March 20, 2018 07:00 - 29 minutesWe dive into this year's gathering at SXSWEdu in Austin, Texas. Brandon, Mike and Dan break down two of the keynotes and some high level takeaways. The first topic is Michael Sorrell's keynote, discussing Paul Quinn College's focus on real-world problems in the classroom and experiential education on urban campuses. Next, they discuss Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos' panel discussion focused on innovation in education and learning. Finally, we hear from Mari Kent and Walker Williams on the...
SXSWEdu 2018 - South by Southwest Edu - Trending in Education - Episode 84
March 20, 2018 07:00 - 29 minutesWe dive into this year's gathering at SXSWEdu in Austin, Texas. Brandon, Mike and Dan break down two of the keynotes and some high level takeaways. The first topic is Michael Sorrell's keynote, discussing Paul Quinn College's focus on real-world problems in the classroom and experiential education on urban campuses. Next, they discuss Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos' panel discussion focused on innovation in education and learning. Finally, we hear from Mari Kent and Walker Williams on the...
Learning March Madness 2018 - Trending In Education - Episode 83
March 13, 2018 07:00 - 26 minutesLet the madness begin. Brandon, Mike, and Dan discuss 21 topics from the past year of Trending In Education. Brandon and Mike then draft their own eight topic teams to go up against one another in our Sweet Sixteen March Madness bracket. Who will come out on top? Stay tuned for our final four episode later this March.
Learning March Madness 2018
March 13, 2018 07:00 - 26 minutesLet the madness begin. Brandon, Mike, and Dan discuss 21 topics from the past year of Trending In Education. Brandon and Mike then draft their own eight-topic teams to go up against one another in our Sweet Sixteen March Madness bracket. Who will come out on top? Stay tuned for our final four-episode later this March.
Learning March Madness 2018 - Trending In Education - Episode 93
March 13, 2018 07:00 - 26 minutesLet the madness begin. Brandon, Mike, and Dan discuss 21 topics from the past year of Trending In Education. Brandon and Mike then draft their own eight topic teams to go up against one another in our Sweet Sixteen March Madness bracket. Who will come out on top? Stay tuned for our final four episode later this March.
International Women's Day 2018 - A Trending in Education Extra
March 07, 2018 22:40 - 58 minutesOn this extra edition of Trending In Education, we celebrate International Women's Day. We welcome four inspiring women to discuss their education, careers, and experiences. We're joined by Deborah Berebichez, Chief Data Scientist at Metis, Nancy Lee Sanchez, Executive Director for the Kaplan Educational Foundation, Esther Lee, Director of Program Development for Kaplan Test Prep's Digital Media team, and Rochelle Rothstein, Executive Vice President, Innovation & Product Strategy at Kaplan Te...
Learning and Communicating with Emojis - Trending In Education - Episode 82
March 06, 2018 07:00 - 25 minutesThe crew takes a look at the evolution of emojis in recent history and tracks the broader trend right up into the recent announcement of the upcoming release of 157 new emojis. Are emojis a new and emerging visual language, or are they a frothy distraction from serious learning? How can emojis be leveraged in the classroom to connect with students to foster better communication without devolving into something superficial? Esther joins the discussion to add her point of view on using emojis f...
Learning and Communicating with Emojis - Trending In Education - Episode 91
March 06, 2018 07:00 - 25 minutesThe crew takes a look at the evolution of emojis in recent history and tracks the broader trend right up into the recent announcement of the upcoming release of 157 new emojis. Are emojis a new and emerging visual language, or are they a frothy distraction from serious learning? How can emojis be leveraged in the classroom to connect with students to foster better communication without devolving into something superficial? Esther joins the discussion to add her point of view on using emojis f...
Cybersecurity and the Deep, Dark Web with Amjed Saffarini - Trending In Education - Episode 90
February 27, 2018 07:00 - 37 minutesThis week, Brandon, Mike, and Dan are joined by Amjed Saffarini, CEO of CyberVista, to discuss the cybersecurity industry and cyberlearning. Amjed sheds some light on the deep and dark web as the group stumbles through a questionable cybertrivia quiz. We talk threat surfaces, Mr Robot, and more than one Sandra Bullock film. Oh and War Games, of course.
Cybersecurity and the Deep, Dark Web with Amjed Saffarini
February 27, 2018 07:00 - 37 minutesThis week, Brandon, Mike, and Dan are joined by Amjed Saffarini, CEO of CyberVista, to discuss the cybersecurity industry and cyberlearning. Amjed sheds some light on the deep and dark web as the group stumbles through a questionable cybertrivia quiz. We talk threat surfaces, Mr Robot, and more than one Sandra Bullock film. Oh and War Games, of course.
Cybersecurity and the Deep, Dark Web with Amjed Saffarini - Trending In Education - Episode 81
February 27, 2018 07:00 - 37 minutesThis week, Brandon, Mike, and Dan are joined by Amjed Saffarini, CEO of CyberVista, to discuss the cybersecurity industry and cyberlearning. Amjed sheds some light on the deep and dark web as the group stumbles through a questionable cybertrivia quiz. We talk threat surfaces, Mr Robot, and more than one Sandra Bullock film. Oh and War Games, of course.
The Winter Olympics and Learning - Trending In Education - Episode 89
February 20, 2018 07:00 - 29 minutesWe open this week's episode with some brief thoughts on the tragic events in Parkland, Florida before turning the episode to our previously recorded topic of the Winter Olympics. This week our trio of co-hosts turns their focus on the Winter Olympics. They take a look at the education and e-learning product used to bring production staff up to speed on the Winter Games and Pyeongchang, South Korea. What happens to elite Olympic athletes after their time performing at the highest levels is don...
The Winter Olympics and Learning - Trending In Education - Episode 80
February 20, 2018 07:00 - 29 minutesWe open this week's episode with some brief thoughts on the tragic events in Parkland, Florida before turning the episode to our previously recorded topic of the Winter Olympics. This week our trio of co-hosts turns their focus on the Winter Olympics. They take a look at the education and e-learning product used to bring production staff up to speed on the Winter Games and Pyeongchang, South Korea. What happens to elite Olympic athletes after their time performing at the highest levels is don...
Non-Obvious Trends 2018 with Rohit Bhargava - Trending In Education - Episode 79
February 13, 2018 07:00 - 53 minutesMike catches up with Rohit Bhargava to talk about the latest edition of the Non-Obvious Trends 2018. They discuss key trends to track this year including Manipulated Outrage, Enlightened Consumption, and Virtual Empathy. In addition, the pair explore the process Rohit and his team use to cultivate, curate, and crystalize their topics. They recommend seeking out multiple and various inputs and staying curious to spot non-obvious trends and counter-trends in everyday life.
Non-Obvious Trends 2018 with Rohit Bhargava - Trending In Education - Episode 88
February 13, 2018 07:00 - 53 minutesMike catches up with Rohit Bhargava to talk about the latest edition of the Non-Obvious Trends 2018. They discuss key trends to track this year including Manipulated Outrage, Enlightened Consumption, and Virtual Empathy. In addition, the pair explore the process Rohit and his team use to cultivate, curate, and crystalize their topics. They recommend seeking out multiple and various inputs and staying curious to spot non-obvious trends and counter-trends in everyday life.
Non-Obvious Trends 2018 with Rohit Bhargava
February 13, 2018 07:00 - 53 minutesMike catches up with Rohit Bhargava to talk about the latest edition of the Non-Obvious Trends 2018. They discuss key trends to track this year including Manipulated Outrage, Enlightened Consumption, and Virtual Empathy. In addition, the pair explore the process Rohit and his team use to cultivate, curate, and crystalize their topics. They recommend seeking out multiple and various inputs and staying curious to spot non-obvious trends and counter-trends in everyday life. If you like what you...
Prediction Show 2018 - Trending In Education - Episode 78
February 06, 2018 07:00 - 27 minutesBrandon, Mike, and Dan take a look in their respective crystal balls for what topics will be trending in learning and education this year. We offer up two predictions each on subjects we think will "get some action" in the coming year. What new portmanteau does Brandon roll out? How do you "nappuccino" and why is Mike all in? Why will Social Emotional Learning go digital according to Dan? :10 - Welcome 1:48 - Mike discusses time hacks 6:52 - Brandon introduces kidsolving 11:28 - Dan pitches ...
Prediction Show 2018 - Trending In Education - Episode 87
February 06, 2018 07:00 - 27 minutesBrandon, Mike, and Dan take a look in their respective crystal balls for what topics will be trending in learning and education this year. We offer up two predictions each on subjects we think will "get some action" in the coming year. What new portmanteau does Brandon roll out? How do you "nappuccino" and why is Mike all in? Why will Social Emotional Learning go digital according to Dan? :10 - Welcome 1:48 - Mike discusses time hacks 6:52 - Brandon introduces kidsolving 11:28 - Dan pitches S...
The Resurgence of Audio - Trending In Education - Episode 77
January 30, 2018 07:00 - 24 minutesThe crew takes a look at Slate's decision to focus on audio and text and related pivots away from video as more brands and media companies explore the power of podcasting and audio. They discuss the power of mixed media and omnichannel and question whether the focus on video, that's been all the rage of late (esp at Facebook), makes sense in all contexts.
The Resurgence of Audio - Trending In Education - Episode 86
January 30, 2018 07:00 - 24 minutesThe crew takes a look at Slate's decision to focus on audio and text and related pivots away from video as more brands and media companies explore the power of podcasting and audio. They discuss the power of mixed media and omnichannel and question whether the focus on video, that's been all the rage of late (esp at Facebook), makes sense in all contexts.
The Winners and Losers of CES 2018 - Episode 76 - Trending In Education
January 23, 2018 07:00 - 28 minutesMike, Brandon, and Dan take a second look at CES 2018 to discuss some great review articles and the awards handed out. Mike shares one of his favorite stories that tugs at Brandon's heartstrings. The trio breaks down some more robot talk and Forbes top 18 trends from the event.
The Winners and Losers of CES 2018 - Episode 85 - Trending In Education
January 23, 2018 07:00 - 28 minutesMike, Brandon, and Dan take a second look at CES 2018 to discuss some great review articles and the awards handed out. Mike shares one of his favorite stories that tugs at Brandon's heartstrings. The trio breaks down some more robot talk and Forbes top 18 trends from the event.
The Winners and Losers of CES 2018
January 23, 2018 07:00 - 28 minutesMike, Brandon, and Dan take a second look at CES 2018 to discuss some great review articles and the awards handed out. Mike shares one of his favorite stories that tugs at Brandon's heartstrings. The trio breaks down some more robot talk and Forbes' top 18 trends from the event.
Consumer Electronics Show 2018
January 16, 2018 07:00 - 35 minutesWe take a look at the 2018 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas and try to find what trends are most exciting. From the blackout to the robots and beyond, we have you covered. What dating app is trying to get into the business networking world? How did LG’s kitchen robot presentation fail? All that and a trip outside the walls of CES for an unexpected robot art installation.
Consumer Electronics Show 2018 (CES) Episode 84 - Trending In Education
January 16, 2018 07:00 - 35 minutesWe take a look at the 2018 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas and try to find what trends are most exciting. From the blackout to the robots and beyond, we have you covered. What dating app is trying to get into the business networking world? How did LG’s kitchen robot presentation fail? All that and a trip outside the walls of CES for an unexpected robot art installation.