The Harvard EdCast
Harvard Graduate School of Education
In the complex world of education, the Harvard EdCast keeps the focus simple: what makes a difference for learners, educators, parents, and our communities. The EdCast is a weekly podcast about the ideas that shape education, from early learning through college and career. We talk to teachers, researchers, policymakers, and leaders of schools and systems in the US and around the world — looking for positive approaches to the challenges and inequities in education. Through authentic conversation, we work to lower the barriers of education’s complexities so that everyone can understand.
The Harvard EdCast is produced by the Harvard Graduate School of Education and hosted by Jill Anderson. The opinions expressed are those of the guest alone, and not the Harvard Graduate School of Education.
The Harvard EdCast is produced by the Harvard Graduate School of Education and hosted by Jill Anderson. The opinions expressed are those of the guest alone, and not the Harvard Graduate School of Education.
Episodes
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Jan 27, 2016 • 11min
Can States Take Over & Turn Around School Districts?
David Deming, associate professor at HGSE, and Beth Schueler, doctoral student at HGSE, reflect on lessons learned from the state's successful school takeover in Lawrence, MA.
Jan 21, 2016 • 8min
Next Level Entrepreneurship
Monica Higgins, professor at HGSE, shares news of an upcoming opportunity that aims to provide strategies that enhance and expand what works in education.
Jan 6, 2016 • 11min
Leadership Lessons from the University of Virginia President
Teresa Sullivan, President of the University of Virginia, reflects on leadership, her role models, and tips for developing a strong culture in higher education.
Dec 16, 2015 • 12min
Community EdReform
Kaya Henderson, Chancellor, DC Public Schools, reflects on the complexity of education reform and examines successes and challenges during her time as chancellor.
Dec 4, 2015 • 12min
What's Replacing 'No Child Left Behind?'
Marty West, associate professor at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, discusses the big changes in federal legislation replacing "No Child Left Behind."
Nov 30, 2015 • 12min
The Evolution of Disabilities Education
Tom Hehir, professor at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, reflects on the state of disabilities education as we celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
Nov 17, 2015 • 6min
#LongLiveTheQueen
Landon Patterson, the first transgender Homecoming Queen at her school in Missouri, reflects on her story of courage and love.
Nov 12, 2015 • 9min
Rac(e)ing to Class
H. Richard Milner IV, author and professor at the University of Pittsburgh School for Education, examines ways in which we can confront poverty and race in schools and classrooms.
Nov 4, 2015 • 9min
Examining Blended Learning
Sari Factor, CEO of Edgenuity, examines the value of blended learning in the schoolwide ecosystem.
Oct 27, 2015 • 12min
When Does Accountability Work?
David Deming, associate professor at HGSE, examines test based accountability as it relates to college graduation rates and future earnings.
