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 12, 2024 • 17min
S E93: Dispelling Dyslexia Myths
Dr. Coral Hoh, Co-Founder and Clinical Linguist at Dysolve, delves into dyslexia and student support. Dyslexia is commonly perceived as an uncorrectable, lifelong condition that individuals simply need to cope with. Yet, the concept of neuroplasticity and brain reorganization challenge this notion as breakthrough interventions like Dysolve’s continue to enable students to overcome their processing difficulties. Today, Dr. Coral discusses dispelling dyslexia myths. Show NotesConnect With: Coral Hoh: Website // LinkedIn2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
Jun 11, 2024 • 19min
S E92: What Are Some Practical Mental Health Tools to Help Me & My Student?
Speaker and Wellness Director at Geffen Academy, Ross Szabo, delves into practical mental health tools to help parents, educators, and students. In this episode, Ross emphasizes the dual impact of technology on mental health in education, noting that technology can enhance learning, but excessive screen time and social media use can negatively affect students' mental health. He highlights the importance of normalizing conversations about mental health, providing students with a comprehensive definition of mental health, and prioritizing mental health education in schools. Ross goes further to iterate the need for less homework and more mental health education to create better mental health for teachers and students, and stresses the importance of training teachers and implementing a common language for mental health.Connect With: Ross Szabo: Website // LinkedIn 2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
Jun 10, 2024 • 18min
S E91: How Can I Help My Student Take Charge of Their Mental Health?
Speaker and Wellness Director at Geffen Academy, Ross Szabo, delves into how educators can help their students take charge of their mental health. In this episode, Ross emphasizes the importance of open conversations about emotions and mental health with children from a young age, citing a lack of mental health professionals and resources. He stresses the need for early intervention and support to prevent mental health disorders, going further to discuss the challenges of mental health in adolescence, highlighting the importance of acceptance, self-awareness, and proactive coping mechanisms. Connect With: Ross Szabo: Website // LinkedIn 2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
Jun 6, 2024 • 16min
S E90: Discussing Student Mental Health, Risky Behavior & Tech
Joshua Wayne, National Speaker on Student Mental Health and Resilience, delves into the critical topics of student mental health, risky behavior, and technology in the latest episode. With over two decades of experience working with students and educators in various challenging settings, Joshua brings a wealth of knowledge to the discussion. Tune in to gain insights into supporting student well-being and navigating the complexities of modern education.Connect With: Joshua Wayne: Website // LinkedIn 2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
Jun 5, 2024 • 17min
S E89: What Do I Do When Devices Are in Charge?
National Speaker on Student Mental Health and Resilience, Joshua Wayne, shares his perspectives on the importance of setting clear rules and boundaries for children's technology use, while also finding a balance between autonomy and control. He emphasizes the need for active engagement and setting limits, while also acknowledging the potential benefits of device use for learning. In this episode, Joshua also highlights the challenges of managing teenage device use and promoting a balanced lifestyle, and stresses the importance of setting a good example by limiting screen time and prioritizing face-to-face interactions.Connect With: Joshua Wayne: Website // LinkedIn 2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
Jun 4, 2024 • 16min
S E88: Empowering My Kid from Self-Doubt to Self-Worth
Speaker and Doctor of Philosophy, Dr. Julia Garcia, delves into empowering kids from self-doubt to self-worth. In this episode, Dr Julia centers the conversation around the growing issue of self-doubt among children in the digital age, with three key indicators of low self-worth identified: struggling alone, not wanting to be a burden, and feeling unworthy of help. She emphasizes the importance of instilling confidence and self-worth in children through competence, values, and community support, highlighting the need for empathy and understanding in navigating these challenges.Connect With: Dr. Julia Garcia: Website // LinkedIn 2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
Jun 3, 2024 • 17min
S E87: How Can We Find Hope & Healing for the Next Generation?
Speaker and Doctor of Philosophy, Dr. Julia Garcia, delves into how we can find hope and healing for the next generation. In this episode, Dr Julia centers the conversation around the challenges of managing mental health in the digital age, emphasizing the need for open communication, self-awareness, and responsible social media use. Dr Julia also shares her perspective on the impact of digital communities on parental mental health, the negative effects of social media on young people, and the importance of teaching children to use social media responsibly, touching on the challenges of raising children in a digital world and the need for open conversations about the content they consume.Connect With: Dr. Julia Garcia: Website // LinkedIn 2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
May 31, 2024 • 56min
S E84: Building Human Intelligence with Artificial Intelligence (from SXSW)
Co-founder at 2Hr Learning, MacKenzie Price, delves into building human intelligence with artificial intelligence. In this solo episode, MacKenzie centers the conversation around the potential of AI-powered learning to revolutionize the education sector. She goes further to emphasize the effectiveness of their AI tutoring program in accelerating student learning, and to highlight the critical role of guides in the Alpha educational model.Connect With: MacKenzie Price: Website // LinkedIn 2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
May 30, 2024 • 17min
S E86: How Can We Be the Educators & Parents Our Kids Need?
Rosalind Wiseman discusses the importance of dignity in fostering courage, connection, and community. She shares insights on cultivating respect, empathy, and the power of parents and educators in shaping children's attitudes towards learning and relationships.
May 29, 2024 • 18min
S E85: How Can I Be The Parent My Child Needs Me To Be?
Culture and Leadership Expert, Rosalind Wiseman, discusses the importance of building connections and making a positive impact. She explores parenting challenges, emphasizing on empathy over problem-solving, modeling conflict resolution, and nurturing socialization skills through supportive communication.
