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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Sep 11, 2013 • 13min
Immigration Policy's Impact on Education
Roberto Gonzales, assistant professor at HGSE discusses his research on the impact of immigration policy as it relates to educational success in our country.
Sep 3, 2013 • 13min
Preventing 'Summer Melt'
Lindsay Page and Ben Castleman, education researchers, discuss the effects of "summer melt" and share resources on what they're doing to help prevent it.
Aug 23, 2013 • 14min
A Conversation with Dean James Ryan
James Ryan, dean of the Harvard Graduate School of Education reflects on his vision for HGSE, the role of education schools, and whether he roots for the Red Sox or Yankees.
Aug 14, 2013 • 11min
Education As a Matter of Survival
Jeffrey Sachs, economist and director of The Earth Institute at Columbia University, shares his thoughts on the importance of strengthening education in an increasingly crowded, globalized world.
Jul 29, 2013 • 15min
The Maine Man on Campus
Richard Hopper, president of Kennebec Valley Community College, reflects on his time at the "Harvard Seminar for New Presidents" and names his 'bucket list' commencement speaker.
Jun 14, 2013 • 18min
The Legacy of Mr. James Meredith
James Meredith, civil rights activist and author, reflects on his life's work, legacy, and solutions for improving Mississippi schools.
Jun 14, 2013 • 22min
20 Minutes with Noam Chomsky
Noam Chomsky, linguist and philosopher, discusses Paulo Freire's writings, the future of online learning, and the things in the world he doesn't know.
Jun 5, 2013 • 11min
The Future of Early Childhood Education
Jack Shonkoff, director of the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University, provides insight into the future of early childhood education in America and what he hopes it will look like.
May 21, 2013 • 13min
The Allure of Order
Jal Mehta, associate professor at HGSE, reflects on our country's troubled quest to remake schooling.
May 15, 2013 • 16min
A Real Wise Guy
Karl Pillemer, author of the book, "30 Lessons for Living: Tried and True Advice from the Wisest Americans" reflects on what he's learned from discussions with older Americans.
