EdSurge Podcast

Discover the journey of a professor developing 'thinking classrooms' to enhance student problem-solving skills. Learn about the pitfalls of mimicking solutions and the shift towards student-centered approaches. Explore innovative teaching practices like using vertical surfaces to promote critical thinking and collaboration. Dive into the debate on effective teaching methods and the importance of educational research in shaping classroom dynamics.

Two years ago the metaverse was getting all the buzz in education circles (and hardly anyone was talking about AI). We checked back in with two educators at the forefront of building a virtual realm for education to see where they see things going now that the hype has faded.

Maya Georgieva, a VR expert, discusses using VR in education to evoke emotions with immersive experiences. Topics include empathy, metaverse, and ethical considerations. A highlight is a VR project on bee populations' impact, showcasing VR as an empathy machine.

Exploring the controversy of traditional grading systems versus student-centered approaches, emphasizing mastery-based assessments. Addressing the equity concerns in college admissions, advocating for narrative-based transcripts. Delving into alternative grading systems like portfolio grading and promoting collaboration among stakeholders.

Exploring the decline of social studies education, the role of AI in grading essays, creating virtual environments, and fostering critical thinking. Emphasizing the importance of inclusivity in history education and the connection between democracy, education, and the AI future.

There are key junctures in education that are especially important for helping students feel they belong in school or college. And new research points to better ways to strengthen student-teacher relationships and a sense of belonging, argues Greg Walton, a psychology professor at Stanford University. See show notes and partial transcript at EdSurge: https://www.edsurge.com/news/2024-03-19-what-new-research-says-about-fostering-a-sense-of-belonging-in-classrooms

In this podcast, experts discuss the rising skepticism of college education, exploring factors like rising costs and completion rates. They emphasize the importance of diverse career paths beyond traditional degrees, promoting skills in the job market. The conversation highlights nurturing individual talents in students, the impact of AI on education, and empowering students through passion-driven learning. It also delves into social capital's role in job opportunities, purpose-driven career paths, and the relationship between career-connected learning and financial literacy.

An educator hosts a podcast to bridge divides in education by facilitating dialogue between experts with differing views on controversial topics like book bans and student indoctrination. The chapters explore combating toxic polarization through empathy, navigating political tensions, redefining the purpose of education, promoting social-emotional learning, and fostering trust through honest history education.

Explore the potential of VR in preserving indigenous culture, from traditional maple syrup harvesting to immersive education experiences. Discover the challenges of maintaining cultural identity amidst modern struggles and the importance of incorporating technology in cultural education. Dive into the use of VR to connect and sustain indigenous traditions, creating respectful simulations for teaching practices like wild ricing.

Students at Central High School are rethinking college choices. They explore alternatives like gap years and two-year schools. Atticus James embraces journalism passion, shifting from trade school plans. Jamal balances coding and music interests in college search. Discussion on trade professions and individual student needs in education choices.