EdCast

The end of remediation at CUNY's community colleges marks a milestone for the University. Dr.Linda Hirsch speaks with AVC Donna Linderman about the reasons for this change and new, effective models for students in need of academic support.

Does what we believe about learning affect how we learn? Dr. Linda Hirsch speaks with leaders of the CUNY Initiative on Learning Mindsets about the various mindsets and motivations that promote learning and well-being.

Dr. Linda Hirsch speaks with CUNY education policy expert David Bloomfield about the successes and failures of education in 2022 and what needs to be done for improved teaching and learning experiences in 2023.

EdCast examines the inequities confronting Latina faculty in higher education. Dr. Linda Hirsch speaks with Hostos Community College President Dr. Daisy Cocco De Filippis and the planners of the first Latinas in Higher Education Conference about the underrepresentation of minority faculty in higher education along with advice on how Latina faculty can overcome obstacles to their success.

The COVID-19 pandemic and other natural disasters and trauma have led to new ways of teaching and learning. The editors of Literacy and Learning in Times of Crisis: Emergent Teaching through Emergencies, speak to what it's like to teach and learn during times of turmoil, and what we have learned about dealing with future crises.

Dr. Linda Hirsch speaks with Autism Specialist Barbara Boroson about the challenges faced by children with ASD and how inclusive classroom environments can further their development.

Dr. Linda Hirsch speaks with Dr. Abbie Goldberg about engaging children in open conversations on sexual orientation and gender identity and what schools can do to be more inclusive of LGBTQ families.

Celebrating CUNY's 175th Birthday with Chancellor Félix Matos Rodríguez

Over 75% of colleges no longer require submission of SAT/ACT scores for admission. Has this been the expected boon for students? Has it led to increased diversity and equity? Dr. Linda Hirsch speaks with Mike Bergin, a leader in test prep, about a test-optional admissions process and its unexpected implications for students and colleges.

Dr. Linda Hirsch speaks with Dr. Daisy Cocco De Filippis about the challenges of being a "pandemic President" and moving forward. VP Yates offers suggestions for increasing enrollment and retention.

Has higher education "returned to normal"? College faculty join Dr.Linda Hirsch to discuss the transition from online to in-person instruction and the state-of-the-art of teaching over the last two-plus years.

Is education complete without social and emotional learning?

Education 2022: Where are we going? Dr. Linda Hirsch speaks with David Bloomfield about changes on the education horizon, the legacy of the DeBlasio administration, and education priorities for 2022.

Addressing the the high suicide attempt rate among Latina teens.

Dr. Linda Hirsch speaks with RueZalia Watkins about effective strategies and supports for children with mental health and educational needs to ensure a smooth transition back to school.

Guttman Community College. Success or Failure?

Dr. Linda Hirsch discusses Critical Race Theory with scholars Ujju Aggarwahl and Brian Jones.

Dr. Linda Hirsch speaks with NYU psychologist Dr. Jim Rodriguez about the challenges and anxieties faced by children, families and schools as children return to the classroom. A look at some strategies families and schools can employ to ease the transition to in-person learning.

Dr. Linda Hirsch speaks with Gifted & Talented experts and advocates Jonathan Plucker and April Wells about addressing the needs of gifted children and the controversies surrounding gifted education.

Dr. Linda Hirsch speaks with Pamela Paul, New York Times Book Review Editor about the unique pleasures and benefits of picture books for children and adults. A read-aloud of Ms. Paul’s, Rectangle Time and suggestions for encouraging young readers

Linda Hirsch speaks with Dr. Scott Ratzan about CONVINCE USA, a global project to promote confidence in COVID-19 vaccines.

Dr. Linda Hirsch speaks with speech pathologist Chaya Goldstein about changing attitudes and treatment for stuttering. Teenager Noel Mullings shares his experiences as a stutterer.

Dr. Linda Hirsch speaks with CUNY Professor and education analyst David Bloomfield about the year in education and what to expect from a Biden administration.

Dr. Linda Hirsch speaks with Dr. James Rodriguez about helping children cope with the impact of COVID-19 on child and adolescent mental health.

Dr. Linda Hirsch speaks with six college students enrolled across the country and even abroad about the decision to return to campus during Covid-19. A frank conversation about safety, social distancing and college life during the pandemic.

With almost all instruction delivered remotely as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, inequities in access to digital technology and the internet have intensified. Linda Hirsch speaks with Matthew Mugo Fields of HMH about closing this digital divide and what’s needed beyond devices for effective online teaching and learning.

The Corona virus pandemic has shifted learning from the physical classroom to the virtual one. A look at the challenges, victories and future of the online classroom.

Linda Hirsch speaks with the CUNY Humanities Alliance about preparing the next generation of humanities faculty at CUNY community colleges.

Why is learning to read difficult for some children? Dr. Linda Hirsch speaks with reading expert NYU Professor Kay Stahl about research-based principles of reading instruction. An examination of the best teaching practices for developing proficient and engaged readers.

Linda Hirsch speaks with Chris Link about discerning fact from fiction. Advice for all on becoming critical readers of news.

Linda Hirsch speaks with Akil Bello of Fairtest.org. Why are more colleges going "test optional"?

Is being online making our kids unhappy? Is it hurting them? The dangers and rewards of the digital life for teens and children.

Educating Today's New Journalists

An Interview with CUNY Chancellor Félix Matos Rodríguez

Interview with Paul Tough, author: The Years that Matter Most: How College Makes or Breaks Us