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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Mar 19, 2024 • 22min
S E18: Micro-School Commonly Asked Questions & Pitfalls to Avoid
Brian Holtz, Co-Founder and Curriculum Designer at Alpha, delves into building a school. When starting a school, one of the most important elements to consider is the culture. Ultimately, you want to create a culture and environment where students feel validated and empowered to work hard to achieve amazing things. Today, Brian discusses how to create a successful school focused on student love of learning and achievement. Connect With: Brian Holtz: Website // LinkedIn 2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
Mar 18, 2024 • 22min
S E17: How to Use 2Hr Learning to Set Up a Micro School
Exploring the journey of building a student-centered school with a focus on personalized learning and life skills development. Discover Alpha's commitments to fostering love for learning, leveraging technology, and teaching life skills. Learn about a unique academic program combining AI tutors and motivation models to address learning challenges. Dive into the financial challenges and creative solutions of setting up a micro school, emphasizing the importance of balancing sustainability and fulfilling the school's mission.
Mar 14, 2024 • 22min
S E43: Aligning Emotional Learning with Character Development for Kids
Dana Sheridan, Lower School Counselor at The Village School, delves into empowering young girls in education. Strong emotional well-being is essential for academic success, requiring consistent practice of social-emotional learning both at home and in school. Collaboration between parents and teachers ensures children are equipped with the tools and resilience to thrive academically and personally. Today, Dana discusses aligning emotional learning with character development for kids.Connect With: Dana Sheridan: Website // LinkedIn // Twitter2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
Mar 13, 2024 • 20min
S E42: In-Class Empowerment for Young Girls
Dana Sheridan, Lower School Counselor at The Village School, delves into empowering young girls in education. Girls face unique challenges as they navigate their educational journey. From societal pressures to internal self-doubt, fostering their confidence and empowerment is crucial for their academic and personal success. Today, Dana discusses in-class empowerment for young girls.Connect With: Dana Sheridan: Website // LinkedIn // Twitter2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
Mar 12, 2024 • 23min
S E47: Instilling Entrepreneurship Into Your Child's Education
John Hope Bryant, Chairman and CEO of Operation HOPE, delves into financial literacy. There have been arguments that teaching young people entrepreneurship might be premature or even harmful. However, this perspective is flawed as entrepreneurship isn't solely about creating businesses; it's about instilling vital life skills like grit, creativity, and perseverance to navigate life's challenges and pursue success. Today, John discusses teaching young people entrepreneurship.Connect With: John Hope Bryant: Website // LinkedIn // Twitter2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
Mar 11, 2024 • 16min
S E46: How to Teach Financial Literacy to Children
John Hope Bryant discusses the philosophy of financial literacy and how it contributes to reducing life's stresses. Money is important but not the only factor for happiness; inner peace and joy are essential. The podcast explores challenges of financial management and the importance of teaching children financial literacy for personal growth and success.
Mar 7, 2024 • 17min
S E41: Identifying the Best School Environment for Your Kids
Dr. Richard Savage, Superintendent at California Online Public Schools, delves into Choosing a school for your child. Deciding on the perfect school environment for your child starts with understanding their unique strengths and needs. While the variety of choices and models can feel daunting, by doing your research, you can discover the ideal fit that fosters both academic and emotional growth for your child. Today, Dr. Savage discusses identifying the best school environment for your children.Connect With: Dr. Richard Savage: Website // LinkedIn // Twitter2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
Mar 6, 2024 • 20min
S E40: Hurdles in Traditional, Brick-and-Mortar Education
Dr. Richard Savage, Superintendent at California Online Public Schools, delves into hurdles in traditional, brick-and-mortar education. While traditional schools may struggle to meet individual needs, they are often the sole option for families without access to charter or online alternatives. Thus, parents need to understand the steps they can take to effectively support their children in navigating this setting. Today, Dr. Savage discusses how parents can help kids overcome hurdles in traditional, brick-and-mortar education environments.Connect With: Dr. Richard Savage: Website // LinkedIn // Twitter2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
Mar 5, 2024 • 12min
S E39: Embracing New EdTech in the Classroom
Dr. Julie A. Van Dyke, Chief Scientist at Cascade Reading, delves into using edtech to enhance children's reading comprehension. Today's classrooms are demanding, making it challenging for teachers to provide individualized support. However, integrating technology into the classroom not only enables personalized instruction but also empowers students with learning difficulties and non-native English speakers. Today, Dr. Van Dyke discusses embracing new edtech in the classroom.Connect With: Dr. Julie A. Van Dyke: Website // LinkedIn 2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
Mar 4, 2024 • 21min
S E38: Improving Kids’ Reading Comprehension with EdTech
Dr. Julie A. Van Dyke discusses using edtech to improve kids' reading comprehension, highlighting the importance of moving beyond decoding words. The podcast explores the significance of early diagnosis of learning disabilities, advancements in edtech for reading comprehension, and promoting reading enjoyment through parental involvement and tools.
