Jenny Anderson
Journalist and co-author of The Disengaged Teen with expertise in science of learning and reporting on student engagement, participating as a guest to discuss disengagement research and implications for edtech.
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Jan 17, 2025 • 55min
The Disengagement Crisis: Why Kids Are Falling Out of Love With Learning—and How to Change That
In this engaging discussion, Jenny Anderson, an award-winning journalist with over 25 years of experience, tackles the alarming disengagement crisis among students. She highlights how boredom and overwhelm are driving kids away from learning. Jenny categorizes students into four types and emphasizes the need for innovative strategies to reignite their curiosity. She advocates for a balanced lifestyle, safe tech, and fostering children's agency to foster a lifelong love of learning. Curious parents, take notes!
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May 23, 2025 • 54min
Disengaged Children and How Schools Can Win Them Back with Jenny Anderson, Mind the Gap, Ep.98 (S5,E14)
Jenny Anderson, an author and former New York Times journalist, shares insights from her book The Disengaged Teen. She discusses the alarming engagement crisis in education, linking mental health struggles and societal shifts like the pandemic to declining interest among students. Anderson introduces her framework of four engagement modes—Passenger, Achiever, Resistor, and Explorer—highlighting how these identities impact learning. The conversation emphasizes the importance of innovative educational approaches and parental involvement in revitalizing student motivation.
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Nov 5, 2025 • 40min
Is A.I. hijacking your child's growth? The parenting survival guide.
Jenny Anderson, an award-winning journalist and expert on education and AI, dives into how technology impacts adolescent learning. She explains the importance of struggle in education, arguing that Silicon Valley seeks to eliminate crucial 'friction' in learning. Jenny highlights the balance between AI's benefits and potential drawbacks, including its effect on curiosity and critical thinking. Parents are encouraged to experiment with AI tools while fostering their children's agency and interests to enhance learning and maintain healthy human connections.
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Nov 7, 2025 • 1h 39min
Week in EdTech 10/29/25: Alpha School's Backlash, Chegg Layoffs, Kaplan’s AI Pivot, Mem0’s “Memory Layer,” Big Tech vs. Higher Ed, and More! Feat. Rebecca Winthrop & Jenny Anderson, Authors of The Disengaged Teen and Justin Reich of MIT Teaching Systems L
Join Justin Reich, director at MIT Teaching Systems Lab, as he shares insights on AI in classrooms and the realities of edtech's transformative promises. Rebecca Winthrop and Jenny Anderson dive into their research on student engagement in 'The Disengaged Teen,' exploring the alarming decline in enjoyment and defining vital learner agency. They introduce the four learner modes, offering practical strategies for reshaping disengaged students. This conversation navigates the intersection of technology and education, spotlighting the importance of thoughtful innovation.
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Feb 11, 2025 • 30min
Disengaged Teens: What to Know and How to Help Them Find Their Spark
Jenny Anderson, a longtime journalist specializing in learning, and Rebecca Winthrop, a Georgetown professor focused on universal education, delve into the complexities of teen disengagement. They explore the different modes of engagement, such as 'passenger' and 'resistor' modes, and emphasize the importance of autonomy in reigniting student motivation. The conversation highlights the disconnect between adult perceptions and teen experiences, offering strategies for parents and educators to empower teens for better academic and emotional outcomes.
