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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Jan 18, 2024 • 16min
S E22: Parenting in the Digital Age -- Carol Muleta // The Parenting 411
Carol Muleta, Founder and CEO at The Parenting 411, discusses the challenges of modern parenting in the digital age. They talk about managing children's use of technology, setting boundaries, and promoting engagement through reading and outdoor activities. The importance of promoting critical thinking and being cautious about online information is also emphasized.
Jan 17, 2024 • 9min
S E21: The Importance of Study Stimulation -- Nolvia Delgado // Kaplan Educational Foundation
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
Jan 16, 2024 • 17min
S E20: The Post-Affirmative Action Landscape -- Nolvia Delgado // Kaplan Educational Foundation
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
Jan 15, 2024 • 17min
S E19: Building Social Capital for 1st Gen Students -- Nolvia Delgado // Kaplan Educational Foundation
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
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Jan 9, 2024 • 18min
S E16: The Future of Textbooks -- Matt Genovese // Planorama Design
Matt Genovese, CEO of Planorama Design, discusses the role of AI in education, the challenges and concerns of AI-intelligent textbooks, and the benefits of AI in personalized learning experiences. He explores the importance of training teachers on AI technology and the potential for creating a mastery-based learning system.
Jan 8, 2024 • 15min
S E15: AI's Impact on Academic Integrity -- Matt Genovese // Planorama Design
Matt Genovese, CEO of Planorama Design, discusses AI and the future of textbooks, focusing on AI's impact on academic integrity. He explores the concept of asking textbook questions and getting instant answers, personalized tutoring, and challenges of AI integration. The importance of teaching students to use AI as a tool and improving AI's answers are also addressed.
Jan 5, 2024 • 20min
S E14: Helping Students with Dyslexia -- Dr. Coral Hoh // Dysolve
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
Jan 4, 2024 • 17min
S E13: Dispelling Dyslexia Myths -- Dr. Coral Hoh // Dysolve
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
Jan 3, 2024 • 19min
S E12: Future-Ready Learning -- Dr. Babak Mostaghimi // Gwinnett County Public Schools
Dr. Babak Mostaghimi, Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Education and Student Support at Gwinnett County Public Schools, delves into the use of AI in public school education. In the age of AI, children’s interests range from creating video games to creating applications, and their education should support these interests. Likewise, parents must be involved in the process to ensure their children can explore those interests while also being exposed to new, potential interests. Today, Dr. Babak discusses future-ready learning. Show NotesConnect With: Babak Mostaghimi: Website // LinkedIn // Twitter2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
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Jan 2, 2024 • 19min
S E11: AI in Education -- Dr. Babak Mostaghimi // Gwinnett County Public Schools
Dr. Babak Mostaghimi, Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Education and Student Support at Gwinnett County Public Schools, delves into the use of AI in public school education. Every profession will likely be impacted by AI, with many of us already using AI tools in our current jobs. To ensure students are future-ready for a world changing drastically due to technology, education must prepare students to work and thrive in an AI world. Today, Dr. Babak discusses AI in education. Show NotesConnect With: Babak Mostaghimi: Website // LinkedIn // Twitter2Hr Learning: Website // LinkedInI Hear Everything: IHearEverything.com // LinkedIn
