What is really happening in classrooms across the country? Our nation’s educational system is in shambles. The evolution of education in America has been a process, but by learning from the past we can more compassionately shape the future. We need not give up hope; there is a new model that will wo…
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Mickey Levitan, who is the founder and CEO of the amazing company, COURSELOAD Mickey brings us an exciting new innovation that sure will change the face of learning in the coming years and positively impact many generations of students in a very practical way for years to come Before Mickey arrives, Dr. Rosanna Pittella, host describes, for those of new … Read more about this episode...
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Children’s role models these days are often rock stars, hip hop artists, sports figures, and action figures – not ordinary people doing extraordinary things – Walter Yates is just such an amazing ordinary man who has done incredible extraordinary things. His survival of a plane crash in Alaska and his life in the wilderness simply living off the land is … Read more about this episode...
This week, Joann Giangardella, author of The Girl From The Tower: A Journey of Lies, joins Voice of American Education on Webtalkradio.net to share her own harrowing experience as a child victimized by an adoption program developed in partnership between the Greek and American governments. But most significantly she teaches us about what it is like to be a … Read more about this episode...
Ask the next ten teenagers if they have heroes that they admire. With some luck a couple may name a beloved parent or grandparent. A few may say they don’t know or don’t have any. The few that do will name sports figures, movie stars and the like, that are plastered all over screens and magazines. Are any of them … Read more about this episode...
The best parents and the most dedicated educators want the children in their world to understand what is truly important and of value not just in the short term but for their entire lives. It is our responsibility to identify ways for children to enjoy good and satisfying lives and to know how to best take care of themselves. This … Read more about this episode...
Dr. Rosanna Pittella interviews two authors to share some excellent ideas about which they have written popular books that focus on things we can do to help children develop positive self-esteem, overcome challenges, and succeed at whatever they choose. Ann Morgan James, author of “How to Raise a Millionaire,” will discuss the incredible power and positive impact on a child … Read more about this episode...
Dr. Rosanna Pittella interviews esteemed guest, Senator Bill Diamond, of Maine, author of the new book “THE EVIL AND THE INNOCENT” an expert who visits to share critical information about how to protect children from sexual abuse. Senator Diamond discusses a topic about which he has become an expert, as one who has personally conducted hundreds of public hearings and … Read more about this episode...
This week, Towanda McEachern, author of Life Recycled, comes aboard to share amazing insight as to how the right environment and support in schools can save children and give them, a chance at full, productive lives. Dr. Rosanna Pittella, author of How Deconstructing The American Education System Will Reconstruct The American Dream asks compelling questions that help listeners better … Read more about this episode...
ALL CHILDREN IN THE SYSTEM ARE AT RISK – BUT WHO ARE THOSE AT GREATEST RISK? THE POOREST PERHAPS – THE POOREST WITH THE GREATEST NEEDS, SPECIAL NEEDS PERHAPS? OUR GUEST, Dr BARRY BIRNBAUM OF Walden University is an expert in THE NEEDS OF SPECIAL EDUCATION AND IS HERE TO TELL US WHAT HE SEES AS THE BIGGEST ISSUES AND … Read more about this episode...
Online technology clearly presents a wonderful opportunity to enrich the educational environment in which American children can evolve and grow. Terry Keyes, instructor and curriculum specialist brings with him experience as both online student and teacher. Listen to this program to hear about how the best of online learning and teaching can be used to support and advance the mission … Read more about this episode...
How does diluted curriculum in American Schools impact children K-12 and beyond? What effect does curriculum focused on test preparation have on students as they reach higher education or enter the work world? Are students really prepared to move forward? Guest expert, Dr. Terry McCain provides some very interesting insight and examples of the impacts of the unfortunate national focus … Read more about this episode...
What makes the most positive impact on American children in classrooms across the country? Highly qualified teachers that can engage children on a personal, human level, model excellent academic and civic behavior, and engender hope in children who may otherwise feel lost, alone, and hopeless. Preston Edwards, publisher of Teachers of Color, a nationwide magazine designed to provide essential … Read more about this episode...
We are all searching for tools and techniques to improve the quality and accessibility of an excellent, quality education for American students of all ages that will scaffold them to their own American Dream and uplift our country in the process. This week, Dr. Anthony Romano of Caldwell College joins us to share his research and experience with regard to … Read more about this episode...
Dr. Alan Proffit, from Appalachian State University, in the mountains of North Carolina to provide his unique perspective as the most significant issues in education and what we must do to remedy them not only there but systematically throughout the country. You may be quite surprised as to what Dr. Proffit identifies as his #1 concern! For information about a … Read more about this episode...
Dr. Cynthia Glenn who has vast experience in both K-12 classrooms and those at the university level, discusses the newest reform being adapted by many states that “allow” teachers to be “more” involved in the methodology of teaching in their classrooms and can assist directly or indirectly to develop 15% of the questions asked on standardized tests! The conversation is … Read more about this episode...
Leading associations representing higher education provided recent report that attempt to identify the top most critical issues in high learning. The lists include a plethora of “root causes” which circle around what educators in higher education actually view as the most serious issues. This show is a reality check – it sheds light on what truly are the most critical … Read more about this episode...
This show is rich with facts about why American education is failing our children based on poor, obsolete teaching strategies and classroom dynamics some of which were designed in the 1800’s! expert guest, Dr. Lucia Buttaro of Adelphi University, speaks with host, Dr. Rosanna Pittella, to these issues form her rich experience both inside and outside the classroom. The conversation … Read more about this episode...
This week, Dr. John Bardi comes aboard to share amazing insight as to how American education is not only failing students, but is damaging them and their chance at full, productive lives. As Host Dr. Rosanna Pittella, author of How Deconstructing The American Education System Will Reconstruct The American Dream asks compelling questions that help listeners better understand some of … Read more about this episode...
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