Future of Education Podcast
MacKenzie Price
The Future of Education Podcast is the place to find out what's happening in schools. Our guests are wide and varied, from educators, entrepreneurs, athletes, celebrities, influencers and most importantly-our students! They all have one thing in common- they are passionate about reinventing education to make it relevant and efficient. Our host, MacKenzie Price, is the Co-Founder of 2hr Learning (2hourlearning.com) and some of the top-performing schools in the country. 2 Hour Learning is a groundbreaking school model that is reshaping the landscape of K-12 education. It's powered by AI technology, enabling schools to provide personalized curriculum to students. Our K-12 schools perform in the top 2% nationwide by leveraging this personalize model to help students love school, learn twice as much, and build life skills. MacKenzie is at the forefront of educational transformation, striving for a balanced and enriching learning experience for every child. She graduated with a BA in Psychology from Stanford University and resides in Austin, Texas, with her husband and two daughters. The Future of Education podcast is produced by 7 Lyons Media (7LyonsMedia.com). Please send press inquiries to mkp@2hourlearning.com.
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Jul 24, 2024 • 20min
S E118: How to Use Your Passion and Interests to Create A Career Right Out of High School
In this episode, Conner Pesek, a graduating HS Senior, discusses using passion to create a career out of high school. He emphasizes aligning interests with career paths for fulfilling opportunities. Topics include leveraging personal passions for a successful career journey and the importance of pursuing what you love early on.
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Jul 23, 2024 • 15min
S E114: How to Foster Creative Problem Solving
Dr. Elisa Stephens, President of Academy of Art University, discusses the future of art and design education, highlighting the diverse career prospects within the industry. She explores fostering creative problem solving and shares success stories of individuals pursuing artistic career paths in animation, game design, and more. The podcast emphasizes the importance of nurturing creativity in education and inspiring students to pursue innovative programs.
Jul 22, 2024 • 15min
S E113: How Art Education Improves Social Mobility
Dr. Elisa Stephens from Academy of Art University discusses the future of art education, highlighting AI integration benefits. She explores how art education enhances social mobility and diverse career opportunities, emphasizing critical skills development. The podcast also delves into the practical applications of AI in art programs and the vast potential of art and creativity in various industries.
Jul 19, 2024 • 20min
S E117: How A High School Kid Can Find Their Passion and Change the World
Grace Price, high school senior, discusses unconventional schooling, pursuing passions, and creating a positive impact. Topics include AI-powered school models, teenage cancer research, leveraging social media, and exploring non-traditional education paths. Grace's story emphasizes self-discovery, parental support, and academic success at Alpha High School.
Jul 18, 2024 • 25min
S E116: Uniting Parents and Educators for Students' Success
Parenting and coaching expert Bryan Ward discusses effective communication with children, importance of life skills like financial literacy, role of dads in parenting, and advocating for reformation in education towards social-emotional learning.
Jul 17, 2024 • 19min
S E115: Transforming Fatherhood: Dads Stepping Up
Bryan Ward, from the Dad Up Podcast, discusses teaching kids responsibility. He shares tools for parents to guide kids in learning from mistakes. The podcast explores strategies to instill accountability in children, emphasizing the importance of ownership.
Jul 16, 2024 • 16min
S E112: Getting the Scholarships You Need
Shaan Patel, Founder of Prep Expert, discusses the shift to digital SAT exams and the importance of securing scholarships for higher education. He covers different types of scholarships, strategies for applying, and the benefits of merit-based aid from universities. Insights on local scholarships, SAT preparation, and the impact of scholarships on reducing student debt are also highlighted.
Jul 15, 2024 • 19min
S E111: Why the SATs Going Digital Matters
Shaan Patel, founder of Prep Expert, discusses the transition of the SAT to a digital format, highlighting benefits such as adjusted content and reduced test anxiety. The podcast also covers the importance of scholarships in college preparation and the advantages of the new digital SAT exam, including adaptive questioning and faster result turnaround.
Jul 11, 2024 • 20min
S E110: How Can I Better Partner with My Child's Teacher?
Jessica Lahey, writer and speaker with experience in education, discusses improving parent-teacher partnerships. Topics include personalized outreach, balancing parental involvement, repairing strained relationships, and future of education with focus on learning-centered approaches.
Jul 10, 2024 • 22min
S E109: What Can My Kids Learn From Failure?
Writer and speaker Jessica Lahey, known for her work with The Atlantic and The Washington Post, delves into the importance of learning from failure. Drawing from her extensive experience as an educator, Jessica emphasizes the valuable lessons children can gain from setbacks and how parents can support this growth. Show NotesConnect With: Jessica Lahey: Website // LinkedIn // Twitter2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
