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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Jun 27, 2024 • 17min
S E103: Charter School Challenges & Triumphs
Peter Bezanson, Co-Chairman and CEO at BASIS Educational Ventures, delves into the BASIS Model’s transformation of charter school education. Charter schools are publicly funded but operate independently and with more flexibility in curriculum than public schools. While they receive public funding, charter schools also have to rely on philanthropic support, as they receive less per-pupil funding than traditional public schools. Today, Peter discusses charter school challenges and triumphs. Show NotesConnect With: Peter Bezanson: Website // LinkedIn // Twitter2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
Jun 26, 2024 • 19min
S E102: How the BASIS Model is Revolutionizing Education
Peter Bezanson, Co-Chairman and CEO at BASIS Educational Ventures, discusses the innovative BASIS Model that's transforming charter schools since 1998. He highlights the remarkable expansion to 40 schools while maintaining high academic standards. Despite criticism over its rigorous testing culture, BASIS high schools excel nationally. Peter delves into how a challenging educational environment can support struggling students and emphasizes the importance of alternatives in the education system to meet diverse family needs.
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Jun 25, 2024 • 18min
S E101: Managing Technology in the Family
Carol Muleta, Founder and CEO of The Parenting 411, shares her expertise on modern parenting and tech management. She discusses the challenges families face with children's device demands and the importance of setting boundaries. Carol emphasizes open communication about online risks and the need for intentional parenting that aligns with family values. She advocates for screen-free activities and the positive impact of digital connections on children's learning. Listeners will discover valuable strategies for fostering healthy tech-life balance in their families.
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Jun 24, 2024 • 17min
S E100: Parenting in the Digital Age
Carol Muleta, Founder and CEO of The Parenting 411, offers valuable insights into parenting in today's tech-driven world. She discusses the importance of establishing boundaries around screen time and the need for parents to teach safe technology use. Carol shares her experiences raising twin sons, focusing on resilience and discipline amidst challenges. She emphasizes promoting critical thinking and digital literacy by engaging with online content as a family, ensuring a balanced approach to digital engagement for holistic child development.
Jun 21, 2024 • 9min
S E99: The Importance of Study Stimulation
Nolvia Delgado, Executive Director at the Kaplan Educational Foundation, delves into empowering first-generation students in the post-affirmative action landscape. Parental support is instrumental in helping first-generation students navigate the post-secondary landscape. From application to graduation and beyond, parents contribute to breaking down barriers, fostering confidence, and providing the necessary resources for their children's academic and career journey. Today, Nolvia talks about the importance of study stimulation.The Kaplan Educational Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charity, helps high-potential, overlooked and underserved community college students complete their associate's degree, successfully transfer and go on to earn a four-year bachelor's degree at the nation's most highly-selective schools. Show NotesConnect With: Nolvia Delgado: Website // LinkedIn 2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
Jun 20, 2024 • 17min
S E98: The Post-Affirmative Action Landscape
Nolvia Delgado, Executive Director at the Kaplan Educational Foundation, delves into empowering first-generation students in the post-affirmative action landscape. The post-affirmative action era has sparked concerns about access, opportunities, and the overall trajectory for underrepresented students. While the ruling particularly affects first-generation students, there are steps parents can take to help their children navigate this new world of college admissions. Today, Nolvia discusses the post-affirmative action landscape.The Kaplan Educational Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charity, helps high-potential, overlooked and underserved community college students complete their associate's degree, successfully transfer and go on to earn a four-year bachelor's degree at the nation's most highly-selective schools. Show NotesConnect With: Nolvia Delgado: Website // LinkedIn 2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
Jun 19, 2024 • 17min
S E97: Building Social Capital for 1st Gen Students
Nolvia Delgado, Executive Director at the Kaplan Educational Foundation, delves into empowering first-generation students in the post-affirmative action landscape. Building social capital prepares students for professional success, equipping them with the skills to network, self-advocate, and connect with mentors. However, first-generation students must navigate several challenges ranging from cultural differences in education to the pandemic’s impact and remote learning. Today, Nolvia discusses building social capital for first-generation students.The Kaplan Educational Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charity, helps high-potential, overlooked and underserved community college students complete their associate's degree, successfully transfer and go on to earn a four-year bachelor's degree at the nation's most highly-selective schools. Show NotesConnect With: Nolvia Delgado: Website // LinkedIn 2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
Jun 18, 2024 • 18min
S E96: The Future of Textbooks
Matt Genovese, CEO of Planorama Design, delves into AI and the future of textbooks. While educators have mixed views on incorporating AI in classrooms and textbooks, students have already adopted the technology. Consequently, educators, schools, and publishers must adapt to the changing landscape to meet the evolving needs of students and education. Today, Matt discusses the future of textbooks. Show NotesConnect With: Matt Genovese: Website // LinkedIn // Twitter2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
Jun 17, 2024 • 15min
S E95: AI's Impact on Academic Integrity
Matt Genovese, CEO of Planorama Design, delves into AI and the future of textbooks. Digitization revolutionized textbooks, and generative AI elevates this advancement, enabling users to interact with textbooks in an entirely different manner. While there's an unavoidable discussion about students exploiting this tool to cheat, educators must adapt their strategies to ensure that AI integration enhances learning rather than facilitating academic dishonesty. Today, Matt discusses AI's impact on academic integrity. Show NotesConnect With: Matt Genovese: Website // LinkedIn // Twitter2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
Jun 13, 2024 • 20min
S E94: Helping Students with Dyslexia
Dr. Coral Hoh, Co-Founder and Clinical Linguist at Dysolve, delves into dyslexia and student support. Enhancing support for students with dyslexia involves rethinking evaluation methods and embracing AI's continuous assessment capabilities. Unlike traditional evaluations in schools, which are often labor-intensive, time-consuming, and serve only a fraction of students, AI offers ongoing, personalized evaluations without limitations. Today, Dr. Coral discusses how to help students with dyslexia. Show NotesConnect With: Coral Hoh: Website // LinkedIn2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
