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A weekly recap of inspiration and innovation in your schools. Hosted by a panel of education experts, Big Ideas features fun and freewheeling discussion, interviews with influencers, and news items...
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A weekly recap of inspiration and innovation in your schools. Hosted by a panel of education experts, Big Ideas features fun and freewheeling discussion, interviews with influencers, and news items to inform and entertain education professionals and supporters.
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Big Ideas in Education
Big Ideas in Education
Ep 217: Advocating for Equitable Education Policies with Dr. Maria Armstrong
21 MAY 2024 · This week, Ryan sits with Dr. Maria Armstrong, the Executive Director of ALAS. Dr. Armstrong talks about her role and highlights her accomplishments during her time at ALAS. Dr. Armstrong also talks about ALAS' mission, initiatives, and outcomes from the event, emphasizing their commitment to equity in education. Tune in!
Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.
Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair)
Producer: Ross Ulysse
Ep 216: Empowering Educators with Competency-Based Education featuring Dr. Sydney Schaef
7 MAY 2024 · This week, Ryan sits with Dr. Sydney Schaef, Managing Director of reDesign, an education design consultancy. Dr. Schaef talks about reDesign's Future9 competencies, aimed at equipping educators and system leaders with the skills needed for competency-based education. Dr. Sydney also shares notable success stories and examples from educational systems that have embraced competency-based education. Tune in!
You can find out more about our guest work by visiting http://www.resdesignu.org/future9.
Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.
Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair)
Producer: Ross Ulysse
Ep 215: Global Citizenship Education; Education beliefs that are not backed by research
22 APR 2024 · This week, Sarah talks about global citizenship in education and explores the often-overlooked stories and practices that permeate teaching, focusing on critical thinking, conflict resolution, and intercultural understanding. Ryan talks about an article from Edutopia that challenges common educational myths, "task-related drawing” and "round robin reading" as a more effective instructional approach. Tune in!
Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.
Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair) ; Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Producer: Ross Ulysse
Ep 214: Innovating Education with Literature and AI with Dr. Andi Morency
15 APR 2024 · This week, Ryan sits with Dr. Andi Morency, the Executive Director and Principal of the Honors Academy of Literature charter school in Reno, Nevada. Dr. Morency talks about the unique approach her school takes in integrating evidence-based practices and literature into their curriculum. Dr. Morency also talks about the AI-driven professional development model, which leverages the Edthena platform to enhance teacher growth and student outcomes. Tune in!
Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.
Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair)
Producer: Ross Ulysse
Ep 213: 4-Day School Weeks; Tommy Orange visits Bronx School
9 APR 2024 · This week, Ryan talks about the impact of 4-day school weeks, examining Colorado's 27J district's experience and academic outcomes.Sarah talks about Tommy Orange's inspiring visit to a Bronx school, emphasizing the importance of connecting literature to students' experiences for transformative learning. Tune in!
Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.
Articles:
https://www.k12dive.com/news/staffed-up-4-day-school-weeks-teacher-recruitment-retention/710246/
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/18/books/tommy-orange-there-there-wandering-stars.html?smid=url-share
Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair)
Producer: Ross Ulysse
Ep 212: Revolutionizing Document Management in Schools with Marshall Simmonds
4 APR 2024 · This week, Ryan is joined by Marshall Simmonds, the Vice President of Sales for Scribbles Software, a prominent provider of K-12 software solutions. Marshall talks about the challenges schools face with document management, discussing issues like uploading and searching documents efficiently. Marshall also talks about the limitations of commercially available document storage platforms in the K-12 setting and highlights recent updates to the ScribOnline system to overcome document management hurdles. Tune in!
Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.
Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair)
Producer: Ross Ulysse
Ep 211: AI in Math Education; Lockerless schools
25 MAR 2024 · This week, Sarah talks about the integration of AI in mathematics, emphasizing its applications in the field and alignment with educational values and goals. This approach allows educators to be at the forefront of utilizing AI to enhance learning experiences. Ryan talks about the trend in schools across the country toward the removal of lockers. New school constructions are opting for locker-free designs in favor of collaborative spaces furnished with modern furniture conducive to student group projects. Tune in!
Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.
Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Producer: Ross Ulysse
Ep 210: Exploring Project-Based Learning for Engaging and Effective Instruction
18 MAR 2024 · This week, Ryan sits down with Telannia Norfar, a National Board Certified math teacher and the curriculum director of PBL Works. Telannia shares her insights on the benefits and effectiveness of project-based learning, highlighting what she enjoys most about it. Telannia also talks about how educators can reimagine math through this approach, offering valuable resources to enhance the impact of math lessons. Tune in!
You can find out more about our guest work by visiting www.pblworks.org
Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.
Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair)
Producer: Ross Ulysse
Ep 209: Empowering Creative Minds Through Virtual Filmmaking with Chad Lewis
11 MAR 2024 · This week, Ryan sits with Chad Lewis, the Director of Technology at Tampa Preparatory School in Florida. Chad talks about the key aspects of virtual filmmaking and explores the role of artificial intelligence in the creative process. Chad also talks about the future of films and shares advice for schools eager to set up similar programs on their campus. Tune in!
Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.
Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair)
Producer: Ross Ulysse
Ep 208: Personal essays in language arts classes; CPR training in schools saves lives
4 MAR 2024 · This week, Ryan talks about giving students more opportunities for personal essay writing throughout their K-12 careers to improve writing skills and present a valuable opportunity for teachers to get to know their students better. Sarah talks about a traumatic experience at school, underscoring the critical importance of CPR training and the implementation of life safety education within schools. Tune in!
Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.
Articles:
https://www.edutopia.org/article/importance-personal-essay-high-school?utm_source=Twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=Winter+24&utm_id=Winter24&utm_term=student+personal+essay&utm_content=practitioner
https://www.local10.com/news/local/2023/12/15/pembroke-pines-teen-who-suffered-cardiac-arrest-returns-to-school-to-meet-staff-who-saved-his-life/
https://www.projectadam.com/ProjectADAM/Our-Team
Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair) ; Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Producer: Ross Ulysse
A weekly recap of inspiration and innovation in your schools. Hosted by a panel of education experts, Big Ideas features fun and freewheeling discussion, interviews with influencers, and news items...
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A weekly recap of inspiration and innovation in your schools. Hosted by a panel of education experts, Big Ideas features fun and freewheeling discussion, interviews with influencers, and news items to inform and entertain education professionals and supporters.
show less
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