Podcasts about 21st century skills

This episode is sponsored by Funding Loop: Funding Loop automates the process for nurseries of collecting funding forms from parents and typing that information into council portals. Funding Loop is used by over 2000 nurseries including over 80% of the top 25 nursery chains in the UK including Busy Bees. To find out more visit: https://www.fundingloop.co.uk/home   Incorporating STEAM into the provision of quality early childhood education is vitally important for today's 21st century children. Many educators worry that they may not have the skills or resources to incorporate STEAM into their early years environment. However, the podcast episode and article debunks this myth by highlighting how using simple everyday resources and skills educators already possess STEAM can be sparked in valuable and playful ways!   Read Paula's article here: https://thevoiceofearlychildhood.com/promoting-steam-in-early-years-its-easier-than-you-think/   In this episode… Education for sustainable development, encouraging more girls to study STEM subjects, normative gender roles, re-considering our view of technology as not just about screens and digitalisation, embedding an understanding and empathy for the world around them, connecting concepts and theories to practice, STEAM being culturally and historically relevant, making STEAM affordable and accessible for all, the role of AI in early childhood…these are just some of the things discussed in this podcast episode! Take a look at the episode break down below.   Episode break down: 00:00 – Welcome! 02:00 – So what is STEM and STEAM? 08:25 – A transdisciplinary approach to solve the world's biggest problems 10:00 – It's not just about preparing children for the future 13:00 – Representing the world children are currently living in 13:30 – Understanding the concept of money 17:00 – Children understand far more than we think! 18:50 – Being aware of STEAM day to day 21:00 – What classifies as a STEAM ‘activity'? 22:00 – Technology is not just about screens! 25:00 – Play-dough making is STEAM… 28:00 – The lack of girls in STEM/STEAM 29:45 – Education for sustainable development & STEAM 36:00 – Practically engaging in STEAM 38:00 – Is our classroom up to date? Do we audit our resources? 40:30 – STEAM is culturally and historically relevant 44:10 – STEAM doesn't need to be costly 49:00 – The role of AI in early childhood 58:45 – Aistear: The early childhood framework in Ireland 01:02:40 – The lack of STEAM in frameworks For more episodes and articles visit The Voice of Early Childhood website: https://www.thevoiceofearlychildhood.com

This podcast is hosted by edWeb.net.The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.According to our nation's students, the value of using technology for learning is clear—when used effectively, it helps them develop the skills they need for future success. Seventy-five percent of high school students report that their number one use of technology in school is taking online tests, an operational classroom practice that neither engages students in learning nor helps them develop workplace skills.Conversely, less than one-third of students say they have regular access to interactive technologies such as virtual labs, multimedia tools, augmented reality, coding resources, and AI tools that foster critical thinking, creativity, and problem solving. Students report that their best use of digital resources for learning happens on their own time, outside of school, most often through their smartphones. Given this reality, what do we need to know to increase the efficacy of classroom learning, especially when using technology?Each year, the Speak Up Research Initiative asks K-12 students, parents, and educators about the role of technology for learning in and out of school. The Congressional Briefing is an annual presentation of Speak Up results to national policymakers. In this year's Speak Up Congressional Briefing, Dr. Julie Evans, CEO of Project Tomorrow, shares the 2023-24 national research findings collected from over 100,000 K-12 students, classroom educators, administrators, and parents and families nationwide about technology use in schools, student engagement, parents' concerns, teacher needs, and even AI policies.Most notably, the Briefing includes a panel of middle and high school students from across the United States, offering their authentic, no-spin views on learning today, and their recommendations for closing the gap between students' aspirations for more effective classroom learning and current instructional practices.The Congressional Briefing is of interest to K-12 school leaders, district leaders, education technology leaders, teachers, librarians, and policymakers.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

In this exciting episode of Teaching Like Plato, Ms.D explores the innovative teaching methods that can be applied to the math curriculum, explicitly focusing on imagery and visual literacy and how they can enhance learning. She discusses the interconnectedness of mathematics and art, explaining how visual aids such as diagrams, memes, and student-created artwork may boost engagement, critical thinking, and inclusivity in the classroom. The episode emphasizes the importance of multisensory learning and will suggest strategies to incorporate visual literacy across all subjects to create a more accessible and inclusive learning environment! ReferencesApkon, S. (2013). The age of the image: Redefining literacy in the world of screens. New York: NY: Farrar, Straus and Giroux. Cordell, D. M. (2015). Using images to teach critical thinking skills: Visual literacy and digital photography. Santa Barbara, CA: Libraries Unlimited.Duncum, P. (2015). A journey toward an art education for wired youth. Studies in Art Education: A Journal of Issues and Research, 56(4), 295-306. https://doi.org/10.1080/00393541.2015.11518972Hays, L., & Kammer, J. (2021). Developing digital literacy in the arts for preservice teachers. New York, NY: Taylor & Francis.Bookmarks00:00 Introduction02:18 Using Images to Teach Critical Thinking Skills: Visual Literacy...Digital Photography- D. Cordell04:45 The Age of the Image (All the World's a Screen) by S.Apkon07:24 Using Images to Teach Critical Thinking Skills: Visual Literacy...Digital Photography- D. Cordell08:10 Developing Digital Literacy in the Arts for Preservice Teachers by L.Hays & J.Kammer09:04 Using Images to Teach Critical Thinking Skills: Visual Literacy...Digital Photography- D. Cordell09:41 A Journey Toward an Art Education for Wired Youth by P.Duncum13:17 Using Images to Teach Critical Thinking Skills: Visual Literacy...Digital Photography- D. Cordell

Critical Thinking. Creativity. Collaboration. Communication.   Once upon a time you'd be taught reading, writing and arithmetic which was helpful but not enough… especially when it came to entering the workforce!   Today we need to learn differently and we need to know more in order to achieve in life and as leaders at work. The 4 C's are a framework to broaden your mind, help you solve problems, learn more and articulate what you know and don't know.   Asking great questions to broaden your mind. Listening to different perspectives. Recognising when you are at your most creative and identifying the power of collaboration (with who and for what) can set you up for big success.   Jac added a 5th C… coaching! And Ral added a 6th C… Chardonnay! Whatever helps you critically think, be more creative, collaborate and communicate, we think is worthy of being included. Use secret code "keepers" at https://wildduckcreekestate.com.au/ --------------------------------------------------------- New Episode Every Monday Follow the show https://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealwithjacandral/ https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if?si=aCNOdB68QnOGnT0vCTPcPg Follow Jac https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacphillips/ https://www.instagram.com/jac.phillips.coaching/ Follow Ral https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/ https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/ Produced by Keehlan Ferrari-Brown

As the new school year begins, it's the perfect time to think about how 21st century skills can be integrated into the classroom. In this episode, I'll be sharing practical ideas on how to do so, including ways to support student agency, strategies for effective communication when giving and receiving feedback, and a few activities to practise noticing - a prerequisite for creativity and critical thinking. I'll also be looking at how we can help students to engage their critical thinking skills when dealing with photos on social media. Welcome back!

Thanks to generative artificial intelligence, John Hattie believes the conventional idea of 21st-century skills is outdated. In this discussion, he draws on research to update the list and identify the four essential skills all students will need in the age of Gen AI. Follow on Twitter: @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Related Resources: Visible Learning: The Sequel | Reimagine Education | Microsoft Education Toolkit Professor John Hattie is an education researcher. His research interests include performance indicators, measurement models, and teaching and learning evaluation. John Hattie became known to a broader public with his two books, Visible Learning and Visible Learning for Teachers. Visible Learning is a synthesis of more than 2,100 meta-analyses drawn from more than 130,000 studies involving more than 400 million students from all around the world. According to John Hattie, Visible Learning results from 15 years of research about what works best for learning in schools. TES once called him “possibly the world's most influential education academic.”

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by H-IQ.The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.How do we prepare students for jobs that don't yet exist using technology that hasn't been invented? In a world where change is constant, rapid, and unpredictable, the most important skill we can teach students is effective imagination to enable them to adapt to the unexpected. The future requires the imagination that leads to creativity—the one 21st century skill no one teaches.The debate on teaching creativity focuses on what the schools—teachers and administrators—need to do. However, students do not learn creativity by watching and listening. They learn by generating their own ideas and then exploring those ideas through trial and error. Teaching creativity is like teaching how to ride a bike—you can describe it or guide it, but eventually, each individual must learn to ride on their own. Listen to this edWeb podcast with Dan Hunter, author of Learning and Teaching Creativity, Dr. Rex Jung, neuropsychologist and brain researcher, and Hathalee Higgs, partner and co-founder of Hunter Higgs, to explore creativity including:How to generate ideasHow to design assignments to improve imaginationHow to measure creative progressHow to improve your own imaginationThis edWeb podcast is of interest to middle and high school teachers, school leaders, district leaders, and gifted and talented program leaders.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

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In today‘s episode I am joined by Matthew Lovett, a former headteacher, now an inspector of schools in England and school governor. He shares insights into a couple of major changes in education in England over the past years, some differences between the independent and state sectors, the growing need for critical thinking skills, a student-led approach to teaching engineering in a prep school, why trainee doctors are being taught art, the importance of debating, and the current state of language teaching among other things. Do listen in to hear what he has to say!

Today, I have a guest. Teacher Taíla Gimenez and I will talk about 21st century skills being developed in schools and how to use Project-Based to develop them.

Thanks to generative artificial intelligence, John Hattie believes the conventional idea of 21st-century skills is outdated. In this discussion, he draws on research to update the list and identify the four essential skills all students will need in the age of Gen AI. Follow on Twitter: @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Related Resources: Visible Learning: The Sequel | Reimagine Education | Microsoft Education Toolkit Professor John Hattie is an education researcher. His research interests include performance indicators, measurement models, and teaching and learning evaluation. John Hattie became known to a broader public with his two books, Visible Learning and Visible Learning for Teachers. Visible Learning is a synthesis of more than 2,100 meta-analyses drawn from more than 130,000 studies involving more than 400 million students from all around the world. According to John Hattie, Visible Learning results from 15 years of research about what works best for learning in schools. TES once called him “possibly the world's most influential education academic.”

Take a look at connected communities with your hosts, Cat and Shannen, on this week's episode. Explore connected learning and its role in the classroom, virtual communities and their benefits, and each of the hosts' own experiences with both. With examples ranging from K-Pop fans on Twitter to decision-making in crafting, you will not want to miss this one!ReferencesIto, M., Arum, R., Conley, D., Gutiérrez, K., Kirshner, B., Livingstone, S., Michalchik, V., Penuel, W., Peppler, K., Pinkard, N., Rhodes, J., Tekinbaş, K. S., Schor, J., Sefton-Green, J., & Watkins, C.S. 2020. The Connected Learning Research Network: Reflections on a Decade of Engaged Scholarship. Irvine, CA: Connected Learning Alliance.Lee, L., & Ocepek, M. G. (2023, January 3). From virtual to physical: An exploratory study on how online social networks and communities influence decision-making in Everyday Crafting. Proceedings of the 56th Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences. https://hdl.handle.net/10125/102907Malik, Z., & Haidar, S. (2020). Online community development through social interaction — K-Pop stan twitter as a community of practice. Interactive Learning Environments, 31, 733 - 751.Sibbald, S. L., Burnet, M. L., Callery, B., & Mitchell, J. I. (2022a, September 1). Building a virtual community of practice: Experience from the Canadian Foundation for Healthcare Improvement's Policy Circle - Health Research Policy and Systems. BioMed Central. https://health-policy-systems.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12961-022-00897-0#Sec25Stixrud, W. R., & Johnson, N. (2019). The self-driven child: The science and sense of giving your kids more control over their lives. Penguin Books.

Adelphi University students, Jada and Cassie speak about the positives and negatives of different platforms of social media in the lives of its users. This discussion addresses the argument of social media's potential to be an addiction versus a distraction and the impact it has on students' lives inside and outside of the classroom. What can teachers do to help in strengthening their students' knowledge of social media? How can parents assist their children in navigating social media in a safe and responsible way? What can we do to be sensible users? These questions, and more, are discussed in this week's episode ‘Social Media Users' Status: Feeling Conflicted.'ReferencesGottfried, J. (2024, January 31). Americans' social media use. Pew Research Center. https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2024/01/31/americans-social-media-use/Orlowski, J. (Director). (2020). The Social Dilemma [Movie]. Netflix. https://www.netflix.com/watch/81254224Shearer, E. (2023, April 18). Podcasts as a source of news and information. Pew Research Center. https://www.pewresearch.org/journalism/2023/04/18/podcasts-as-a-source-of-news-and-information/ The Knowledge Project Podcast. (2021, February 16). How to get more done and avoid distractions: Nir Eyal. YouTube. https://youtu.be/1wW9Ouw4dCo?si=d0jlspI_c1J-y7l7Ünlüsoy, A., Leander, K. M., & de Haan, M. (2022). Rethinking sociocultural notions of learning in the digital era: Understanding the affordances of networked platforms. E-Learning and Digital Media, 19(1), 78–92. https://doi.org/10.1177/20427530211032302

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Are you ready to revolutionize your thinking about education and child development?  Melissa Muir, an educator with over 13 years of experience, guides us through a discussion on the importance of 21st-century skills, how to enhance them at home, and resources to help parents enrich their children's education.Want to know more about the power of questioning? Would you like to foster a culture of expression in your child's life? In this episode, we dissect the virtues of critical thinking, communication, and collaboration. We'll share how you can provide an environment for your children to express their thoughts and ideas freely and cultivate their skills in unique ways. We'll delve into the Zone of Proximal Development and explore how Edward De Bono's Thinking Hats framework can be harnessed to help your children view problems from different perspectives.Lastly, we explore the fascinating concept of metacognition and its role in education. Imagine if your child could understand their thought processes and use this knowledge to boost their confidence and positivity! We'll show you how, plus share practical tips on intentional questioning to make children feel heard and valued. We'll wrap up the episode with a Q&A session and Melissa's offer of a free class and resources on her website. Get ready to rethink and reshape your child's education in this insightful discussion. Get a free mini lesson plus 52 prompts so your kids can practice every week here!Thanks for Listening to Speak Out, Stand OutLike what you hear? We would love if you would rate and review our podcast so it can reach more families. Also - grab our free mini lesson on impromptu speaking here. This is ideal for kids ages 6+.Interested in checking out our Public Speaking & Debate courses? Find more here!

Since ChatGPT's emergence, there have been a lot of debates as to whether to ban it in schools. But does it really hinder critical thinking, problem-solving skills and student agency as some have claimed? On the contrary! In this episode we'll be looking at how these skills are essential for crafting effective AI prompts and evaluating the responses presented by the AI chatbot.

Step into the realm of digital deception with Nada and Nick in today's riveting episode. Delve deep into the intricate maze of disinformation and its effect on our perceptions. From the political landscape to the COVID-19 pandemic, no topic is off-limits as they unravel the role of social media in perpetuating falsehoods. Make sure to tune in as this podcast is not to be missed!ReferencesBulger, M., & Davison, P. (2018). The promises, challenges, and futures of media literacy. Journal of Media Literacy Education, 10(1), 1-21.Pereira, P. S., Silveira, A. D. S., & Pereira, A. (2020). Disinformation and conspiracy theories in the age of COVID-19. Frontiers in Sociology, 5, 560681. https://doi.org/10.3389/fsoc.2020.560681Shu, K., Bhattacharjee, A., Alatawi, F., Nazer, T. H., Ding, K., Karami, M., & Liu, H. (2020). Combating disinformation in a social media age. Wiley Interdisciplinary Reviews: Data Mining and Knowledge Discovery, 10(6),  https://doi.org/10.1002/widm.1385Spies, S. (2020, January 22). Producers of Disinformation. MediaWell Research Review. https://mediawell.ssrc.org/research-reviews/producers-of-disinformation/

Join two podcast hosts of questionable sanity as they dive into the world of misinformation this week on the Rose and Zach Power Hour. Marvel as they debate the beauty and pitfalls of the fake news world across the media landscape, including on social media, cable news, and the podcasting world (Podcastception!), with data provided by the Pew Research Center.ReferencesShearer, E. (2021, January 12). More than eight-in-ten Americans get news from digital devices. Pew Research Center. https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2021/01/12/more-than-eight-in-ten-americans-get-news-from-digital-devices/ 

Sabrina, Mike, Tanjina and Romulo delve into thought-provoking discussions on remixes as both art and educational tools. Drawing from Ferguson's video and Knobel and Lankshear's work, they tackle the multifaceted role of remixing in education. Discover insights into utilizing remixing as a teaching tool and empowering students through creative expression. Tune in to unlock the potential of remixes in fostering originality and enriching the learning experience.ReferencesFerguson, K. (2023, March 21). Everything is a remix (Complete updated 2023 edition). [Video]. https://youtu.be/X9RYuvPCQUA?si=A0A_oAFpnes62vlSJames, K. (2015). Mapping critical media literacy onto iterative remix practices. In P. Schmidt & A. Lazar (Eds.), Reconceptualizing literacy in the new age of multiculturalism and pluralism: A tribute to Peter Mosenthal (2nd ed., pp. 125–150). Charlotte, NC: Information Age Publishing.Knobel, M., & Lankshear, C. (2008). Remix: The art and craft of Endless Hybridization. Journal of Adolescent & Adult Literacy, 52(1), 22–33. https://doi.org/10.1598/jaal.52.1.3Manioudaki, A. (2023). Vincent van Gogh copying other artists. Daily Art Magazine. Retrieved February 18, 2024, from https://www.dailyartmagazine.com/van-gogh-copy/

Series: Artificial Intelligence, Leadership and the Future of Further EducationWith:Richard Foster-Fletcher, Executive Chair, MKAI.orgKurt Hintz, Executive Principal, Capital City College GroupConrad Taylor, Business Learning & Technologies Manager, The City of Wolverhampton CollegeDr. Adam Dwight, Lecturer in Teacher Education and Learning Innovator, The City of Wolverhampton CollegeEpisode 12: Embracing Digital Transformation: Insights from The City of Wolverhampton CollegeEpisode Overview:In this episode, Richard Foster-Fletcher and Kurt Hintz engage in a comprehensive dialogue with Conrad Taylor and Dr. Adam Dwight from City of Wolverhampton College. The discussion illuminates the college's strategic approach to digital transformation, highlighting the innovative integration of AI and technology in teaching and learning processes. The conversation delves into the pivotal roles that Conrad and Adam play in spearheading digital initiatives, shedding light on the transformative impact of technology on student engagement and educational outcomes.Key Topics of Discussion:The pathway to digital transformation within the education sector, emphasising the initiatives spearheaded by the City of Wolverhampton College.The dynamic role of technology in reshaping educational experiences, with a focus on personalised learning and digital skill development.Insights into the leadership strategies that drive successful technology integration in further education settings.Recommendations from the Episode:Adopting a Forward-Looking Approach: Emphasising the importance of visionary leadership in navigating the complexities of digital transformation in education.Fostering Collaborative Innovation: Highlighting the significance of collaboration among educators, technologists, and students to maximise the potential of digital tools in enhancing learning.Empowering Through Digital Literacy: Stressing the necessity of equipping both students and educators with digital competencies to thrive in a technologically advanced educational landscape.This episode serves as an inspiring exploration of the challenges and opportunities presented by digital transformation in further education, offering valuable insights for educators, leaders, and policymakers committed to leveraging AI and technology for educational excellence.

In this episode, Michael and Matthew sit down and have a conversation about Multimedia. They looked at what multimedia consists of and how it can be utilized in different classroom settings to address individual students' learning needs. They also talked about how multimedia can be seen or used in everyday life, and gave their predictions on its exciting future. ReferencesBagley, D. (2023, October 30). The power of interactive notebooks. Studies Weekly. https://www.studiesweekly.com/the-power-of-interactive-notebooks/Center for Teaching & Learning. (n.d.). Explore multimedia & flipping the classroom. Digital Learning & Innovation. https://www.bu.edu/dli/what-we-do/teach-with-technology/explore-multimedia-flipping-the-classroom/ Noobzmedia. (2023, December 28). The future of multimedia: Emerging trends to watch in 2024. Medium. https://noobzmedia.medium.com/the-future-of-multimedia-emerging-trends-to-watch-in-2024-noobzmedia-com-768edc4ae45f 

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Digital Promise.The webinar recording can be accessed here.Durable skills for the 21st century are on the minds of many educators and district leaders. These skills can include developing critical thinking, curiosity, creativity, and collaboration—skills a growing number of employers seek in new employees based on the rapidly evolving needs of the Digital Revolution. Unfortunately, these skills are not made available to far too many students. Preparing to introduce these skills in schools redefines student success and elevates new education goals. These can be found in the Portrait of a Graduate framework used by many districts nationwide.In this edWeb podcast, we hear the history of Portrait of a Graduate and be provided with examples of how schools have adopted this framework and addressed these skills so that all students can meet success. We also hear about the Learner Variability Project's new learner model, Portrait of a Learner, to understand the importance of developing durable skills through a whole child lens, the research that supports them, and strategies to bring them to life in classrooms. Listeners learn about:Some of the key factors of learning that comprise the Portrait of a Learner, including critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, civic mindedness, and curiosityHow to create a “greenlight culture” in schools in order to understand and address development of these durable skillsThe importance of student ownershipSpecific experiences of a teacher engaged in Portrait of a Learner work in her classroomThis edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 teachers and school and district leaders.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

In this podcast, Jillian, Justin, and Giovanni discuss what digital literacy is, Virtual Communities, and the importance of teaching safety when it comes to kids and technology. ReferencesMallon, M. (2020, September 3). Megan Mallon. Leading Lines. https://leadinglinespod.com/episodes/episode-71megan-mallon/ Ito, M., Arum, R., Conley, D., Gutiérrez, K., Kirshner, B., Livingstone, S., … S. Craig Watkins. (2020). The Connected Learning Research Network: Reflections on a decade of engaged scholarship. Irvine, CA. Retrieved from https://clalliance.org/publications/ Malik, Z., & Haidar, S. (2020). Online community development through social interaction — K-Pop stan Twitter as a community of practice. Interactive Learning Environments, 31(2), 733–751. http://doi.org/10.1080/10494820.2020.1805773Sun, Q., & Zhu, Y. (2022, July 19). Teaching analysis for visual communication design with the perspective of digital technology. Computational and mathematical methods in medicine. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9325565/

Armed with a heart for learning and development and an entrepreneurial spirit, Allie Danziger has been shaping the school-to-work transition for thousands of graduates across the USA.  In this episode, we unpack how her unique upbringing and early work experience opened her eyes up to the challenges and opportunities facing young professionals globally and the incredible solutions that she birthed as a result. From scaling her skills training startup and getting acquired by the nation's leading student loans and training provider, we explore Allie's inspiring journey to date while unpacking key lessons learned along the way.  Join us in the Boardroom to explore the skills, exposure, and experiences that could shape you into a successful early professional and entrepreneur, no matter your interests and aspirations! If you are interested in learning more about Allie and the amazing work she does, follow the link here. --- Join us in creating social impact through a cup of tea by visiting www.nepalteacollective.com Support our podcast further by pledging your support through our Substack Channel: https://boardroombanterpodcast.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web&r=2myauy

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Exemplars.The webinar recording can be accessed here.Performance tasks have been a part of education for over 30 years. In today's classrooms, creating time for students to turn off technology and work collaboratively to transfer their mathematical knowledge to solve rich, real-world tasks may be more important than ever.Asking students to apply their mathematical knowledge and develop their problem-solving skills to solve tasks using their own strategies and prior knowledge is shown to be highly engaging for students and powerfully effective in developing flexible, long-term abilities with mathematics. Students also need opportunities to intentionally develop additional 21st-century skills of communication, creativity, and critical thinking. These skills must be practiced if we expect students to enter the world prepared to solve the challenges of the 21st century.Yet teachers and administrators have been slow to embrace these highly effective tools for learning. Why? With 40 years of experience leading this conversation, Jay McTighe is uniquely positioned to address these topics and to provide practical solutions for schools and districts.Join us for a unique conversation with the world's foremost leader in performance tasks. This discussion dives into the why's and how's for successfully bringing performance tasks to your schools.This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 teachers and school and district leaders.Exemplars Our performance material promotes reasoning, communication, and higher-order thinking.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

In this week's episode, Kyle and Ashley dive into a discussion on disinformation. What is it and how is it different than misinformation? Do the words “fake news” and “voter fraud” ring a bell? How is it spread and by whom? Your favorite social media influencer may be an offender. And what can we do about it? Kyle and Ashley examine the 2016 and 2020 election and how disinformation was used as a tactic to sway political outcomes. The Palestinian-Israeli conflict is briefly examined as a new hurdle in the battle against disinformation. Pulling on research from Geoff Nunberg from NPR and Samuel Spies' research on Producers of Disinformation, Reality Check is sure to break it all down for you this week. We hope that you enjoy!ReferencesNunberg, G. (2019, December 30). 'Disinformation' is the Word of the Year — and a sign of what's to come. NPR. https://www.npr.org/2019/12/30/790144099/disinformation-is-the-word-of-the-year-and-a-sign-of-what-s-to-comeSpies, S. (2020). Producers of disinformation. MediaWell. https://mediawell.ssrc.org/research-reviews/producers-of-disinformation/ 

On this episode of The Misinformation Station, hosts Joshua, Luca, and Victoria discuss the topic of Misinformation and how it relates to echo chambers, filter bubbles, and confirmation bias. They speak on events such as PizzaGate, Nationwide Emergency Alert, and the COVID-19 pandemic. The group questions the extent of the effects of misinformation, social media's role in amplifying this spread, and how misinformation can lead to skepticism. Their discussion highlights the importance of researching from credible sources and being digitally literate. ReferencesSpies, S. (2019, October 22). Contexts of misinformation. MediaWell. https://mediawell.ssrc.org/research-reviews/contexts-of-misinformation/Spies, S. (2020, July 30). How misinformation spreads. MediaWell. https://mediawell.ssrc.org/research-reviews/how-misinformation-spreads/Veritasium. (2016, August 11). Is most published research wrong? [Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/42QuXLucH3Q?si=xPmdzL4TyCP3GbZK

Sareem and Caroline discuss remixing and how it affects and influences modern arts, music, movies, and gaming. They discuss their own experiences with remixing to develop their artistic style and the development of AI generated images and technologies while considering the risks of AI in our society and how it can affect the development of young artists.ReferencesEverything is a Remix (Complete Updated 2023 Edition). (n.d.). Youtube. Retrieved September 26, 2023

This week, your hosts go into what multimedia is and how it can help benefit the classroom. They look into its many principles and some tips and tricks on how to master this beneficial topic. They go into more detail on the science behind it and how sometimes, this teaching method could actually hurt students instead of help. But have no fear! Your hosts go into how you can successfully use multimedia to grab your students attention and create an interesting and captivating lesson! ReferencesEnglish, L. (2023, April 25). How to use multimedia effectively in your classroom? Learn Laugh Speak Retrieved from: https://learnlaughspeak.com/how-to-use-multimedia-effectively-in-your-classroom/Hung, Aaron. (2023, September 5). What is multimedia learning? Hung, Aaron. (2023, September 11). Multimedia Principle. Hung, Aaron. (2023, September 18). Coherence Principle.Mayer, R. E. (2021). Multimedia learning (3rd ed.). Cambridge, England: Cambridge University Press. 

Join Gaby and Liv as they explore the dynamic fusion of digital literacy and visual storytelling. They dive into the power of images, dissect digital art, and unravel the responsibilities of digital citizenship, speaking on their own experiences both as students and future educators. Discover how images enhance education and learn valuable resources to boost your digital imagery skills. Embark on a creative journey that blends art, technology, and critical thinking. Tune in for captivating discussions on the art of the digital age!ReferencesBunt, B. (2011, June 11). LeWitt. Brogan Bunt. Retrieved from: https://broganbunt.net.Harrison, K. (n.d.). What is visual literacy? Retrieved from: https://visualliteracytoday.org.Lopes, D. (2009). From the author's perspective: A philosophy of computer art. American Society for Aesthetics. Retrieved from: https://aesthetics-online.org/page/LopesComputer.McCorduck, P. (n.d.). Aaron's code: Meta-art, artificial intelligence and the work of Harold Cohen. {Software} Structures. Retrieved  from: https://artport.whitney.org.Taylor, G. D. (2001). The machine that made science art: The troubled history of computer art 1983-1989 [Thesis, The University of Western Australia]. Leonardo. https://leonardo.info/leonardo-abstracts-service.Thompson, D. S. (2019). Teaching students to critically read digital images: A visual literacy approach using the DIG method. Journal of Visual Literacy, 38(1-2), 110-119. https://doi.org/10.1080/105114x.2018.1564604.

Join us to hear from Anna Ayrapetyan, from Russian- Armenian University and French University in Armenia, as she shares with us how to play intellectual games in the English classroom to stimulate 21st Century skills of Critical Thinking, Communication, Collaboration, and Creativity. In addition to developing these skills, students also develop concentration and collaboration while the competitive element stimulates interest and motivation. Join us to hear more!     Top Tips -intellectual games stimulate creativity -student motivation increases -students love competitions -student learn collaboration #teachingtips #tesol #esl #elt #tesolteaching #education #21stCenturySkills #criticalthinking #creativity #communication #collaboration --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ttelt/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ttelt/support

Maximize student learning through the power of instructional technology! Join us in conversation with Chelsea Leming and Kristen Brooks of Cherokee County schools to learn more.

In this episode we are joined by two distinguished faculty from Hanze University of Applied Sciences in The Netherlands: Loes Damhof, Senior Lecturer of 21st Century Skills, and Elles Kazemier, Senior Lecturer of Professional Development. Our subject today is Futures Literacy…using our images of the future—our anticipation of the future—to inform our present.  Loes Damhof has always had a strong passion for designing and teaching innovative educational practices. She traveled the world, teaching 21st Century Skills for Communication, Media, and Design, and in 2016, she was elected Lecturer of the Year of all higher education in The Netherlands for her teaching. For this she was given the first Comenius Award. She used this award to establish the UNESCO Chair Futures Literacy in Higher Education at Hanze University of Applied Sciences (HUAS) together with her team. In addition to her research and teaching practices on Futures Literacy, she is responsible for implementing this methodology as a key-component in all professional Master programs at Hanze. Loose consults and trains staff of international organizations; she hosts Futures Literacy Labs around the globe that challenge and raise fundamental questions on gender equality, decolonization, migration, climate change, and technology.   Elles Kazemier is an expert in innovative curriculum design and faculty development. Specifically, she's an expert on professional, hybrid, learning environments, on projects that aim to enhance co-creative learning and interdisciplinary problem-solving, and on professional development. In addition to her work on Futures Literacy, she is a coach in one of Hanze's research and knowledge centers. 

For this week's podcast, Tonianne, Kayla, and Samantha discuss the importance of connected learning and the strides made in today's educational climate! They refer to the levels of connected learning between relationships, diversity, and personal experiences. "The Connected Learning Research Network" focuses on the importance of the classroom and the desire to create a safe space for individual student relationships. The three also discuss the young students mentioned in the reading and the importance of their experiences. They all agree that even though it's a work in progress, Connected Learning is fundamental to the development of every student.ReferencesConnected Learning Alliance (2018). About connected learning. Retrieved December 5, 2022, Retrieved from https://clalliance.org/about-connected-learning/  Ito, M., Arum, R., Conley, D., Guttiérez, K., Kirshner, B., Livingstone, S., Michalchik, V., Penuel, W., Peppler, K., Pinkard, N., Rhodes, J., Salen Tekinbaş, K., Schor, J., Sefton-Green, J., & Craig Watkins, S. (2020). The Connected Learning Research Network: Reflections on a Decade of Engaged Scholarship. Irvine, CA: Connected Learning Alliance.

In this bonus podcast, Lauren, Brianna and Michelle dive into social media and education. They focus on the positives and negatives of Twitter and its use in the classroom referencing both the Tang and Hew article and the Twittering About Learning article. Referring to the Megan Mallon podcast, they talk about why digital literacy and digital citizenship is important. Then they add in pieces of their own personal experiences with Twitter and social media as a whole. To end off the podcast, they talk about how they have experienced social media use in the classroom in the past.ReferencesKurtz, J. (2008, November 30). Twittering about learning: Using Twitter in an elementary school classroom. https://eric.ed.gov/?id=EJ859276 Mallon, M., & Mallon, M. (Hosts). (2020, January 20). Megan Mallon [Episode 71]. In Leading Lines. Tang, Y., & Hew, K. F. (2017). Using Twitter for education: Beneficial or simply a waste of time? Computers & Education, 106, 97-118. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compedu.2016.12.004

On this week's podcast Victoria, Metin, and Stephanie explore the positives and negatives of using social media in the classroom, as well as the impact it has had on art education.  While social media continues to evolve and shape the lives of students, educators have started to incorporate it into their lessons as a way to make learning relevant and engaging. In doing so, certain challenges have surfaced. During their discussion, they provide insight from the perspectives of elementary and secondary teachers by sharing personal anecdotes from their own experiences as teachers.ReferencesGreenhow, C., & Lewin, C. (2016). Social media and education: reconceptualizing the boundaries of formal and informal learning. Learning, Media and Technology, 41(1), 6-30. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/17439884.2015.1064954 McDaniel, R. (2016-Present). Leading Lines [Audio podcast]. Vanderbilt Center for Teaching and The Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries. https://leadinglinespod.com/ Tang, Y., & Hew, K. F. (2017). Using Twitter for education: Beneficial or simply a waste of time? Computers & Education, 106, 97-118. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compedu.2016.12.004 

Have you ever felt your phone vibrate but there were no notifications? Has someone ever told you that you are addicted to social media? In this week's podcast, Lauren, Brianna, and Michelle dive into addiction and its relation to social media. They start off diving a little bit into their own social media usage. They then reference Boyd's article and talk about why teens seem to have “less freedom” than ever before and mention how the “addiction” relates to phantom vibration syndrome. To end the conversation, they tie in the “Social Dilemma” documentary on Netflix and Feifer's “You are not “addicted” to social media” podcast.Referencesboyd, d. (2014). It's complicated: The social lives of networked teens. New Haven, CT: Yale University Press.Feifer, J. (Host). (2021, May 27). You are not “addicted” to technology. (No. 41). [Audio podcast episode].  In Build for tomorrow. https://www.jasonfeifer.com/episode/you-are-not-addicted-to-technology/Orlowski , J. (Director) (2020) The social dilemma [Documentary]. Exposure Labs. https://netflix.com/title/81254224 Seeker. (2014, July 28). Why Do We Feel Phantom Phone Vibrations? [Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/JnyXzgR_pAo

Have you ever been a victim of fake news? This week's episode focuses on the topic of disinformation on the internet. The J-Birds (Jazmyn, John, and Joe,) dig deep into different producers of disinformation, their motives behind creating such content and then address ways to combat the spread of disinformation from the classroom to your daily life.ReferencesBulger, M., & Davison, P. (2018). The Promises, Challenges, and Futures of Media Literacy. Journal of Media Literacy Education, 10(1), 1–21. https://doi.org/10.23860/jmle-2018-10-1-1Spies, S. (2020, February 13). Producers of Disinformation - Version 1.2, V1.1.MediaWell, Social Science Research Council. https://mediawell.ssrc.org/literature-reviews/producers-of-disinformation/versions/1-1/TEDx Talks. (2021, April 29). How to recognize disinformation and how to stop it | Deb Lavoy | TEDxAtlanta [Video]. YouTube. Retrieved October 19, 2022, from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ubPQm63_7c

Alexandra, Noelle and Jen discuss the phenomenon of selective perception and how it causes social media users to not only believe faulty information but to also spread it.  Using this week's readings by Spies as a springboard, as well as the video on Selective Perception and a blog post by Harvard's Program on Negotiation, the trio explores the difference between misinformation and disinformation, selective perception and how it relates to echo chamber effects, the inconclusive research currently out there regarding how and why misinformation spreads and finally, what educators and even private citizens can do to stop the spread without entirely jeopardizing the public's faith in the media.ReferencesHung, A. C. Y. (2021, October 5). Selective perception [Video]. Youtube. PON Staff. (2019, November 26th). The anchoring effect and it can impact your negotiation [The anchoring effect is a cognitive bias that describes the common human tendency to rely too heavily on the first piece of information offered]. Retrieved from https://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/negotiation-skills-daily/the-drawbacks-of-goals/Spies, S. (2020, April 29). Contexts of misinformation. Mediawell. https://mediawell.ssrc.org/literature-reviews/contexts-of-misinformation/versions/1-1/Spies, S. (2020, July 20). How misinformation spreads. Mediawell. https://mediawell.ssrc.org/literature-reviews/how-misinformation-spreads/versions/1-0/ Schmidt, P. R., & Lazar, A. (2016). CHAPTER 5: Mapping Critical Media Literacy onto Iterative Remix Practice. In Reconceptualizing Literacy in the New Age of Multiculturalism and Pluralism. Information Age Publishing, Incorporated.

When thinking about the word “remix” what comes to mind? For Samantha and Janine, they first focused on songs but explored books, writings, images and movies as all remixes. Looking at Ferguson Everything is a remix video online, James remix practice article, as well as “Is originality dead?” podcast from the art of education university online. Using these, we focused on explaining what remix culture is and how useful or harming copying/remixing is in society and in teaching.Tim Bogatz, Andrew McCormick (2015). Is Originality Dead?: Ep. 001. The Art of Education University. https://theartofeducation.edu/podcasts/episode-001-the-origins-of-art/#transcript

We welcome YOU back to America's leading higher education podcast, The EdUp Experience! It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #160, YOUR guest is Dr. Randi R. Cosentino, President of the U.S. Naval Community College, YOUR guest cohost is Rob Buelow, Head of Product, Education at Vector Solutions, YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio, & YOUR sponsor is Unmudl! What does the Naval community define as 21st century skills? What are Randi's thoughts on prior learning assessment (PLA)? What does she see as the future of higher education? Listen in to #EdUp! Dr. Randi Reich Cosentino is President of the U.S. Naval Community College (USNCC), which is designed to serve enlisted Sailors, Marines, & Coast Guardsmen in providing access to military-relevant education. Prior to joining the USNCC, Dr. Cosentino served as Chief Academic Officer (CAO) at Guild Education, an academic platform & marketplace designed to provide access & support to millions of working adult learners through partnerships with Fortune 1000 companies, & non-profit universities. As CAO, Dr. Cosentino was responsible for academic partnerships & operations, as well as student success/coaching. Previously, Dr. Cosentino served as Chief Operating Officer of Quad Learning/American Honors, where she oversaw academic partnerships, operations, admissions, student support, & the teaching and learning center. Before that, Dr. Cosentino served as Provost & Chief Academic Officer for Strayer University, & in a number of other senior roles for 13 years. Prior to joining Strayer, Dr. Cosentino worked in education technology as well as serving several years in city government with the City of New York as the Assistant Director in the Mayor's Office of Transportation. Thank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp! Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - Elvin Freytes & Dr. Joe Sallustio ● Join YOUR EdUp community at The EdUp Experience! We make education YOUR business! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/edup/message

In this bonus episode I talk to Sonali, the mother of Amaya from previous episodes. We had some great chats about her thoughts on 21st century skill development in children and on the KidCoachApp.Get the app here

Are you familiar with 'alliteration' ? If so, perhaps productivity and performance have played a part. Maybe managers have made it meaningful. Whatever, this episode will combine creativity, collaboration, communication and critical thinking to cultivate your competencies.

In this episode of Be EPIC, Matt is joined by Dr. Laura Jana, pediatrician, educator, award-winning author, and health communicator. She has had an extensive career writing 30 books and working with a variety of organizations from LinkedIn and Google to Mattel/Fisher Price. In the episode, Dr. Jana discusses the 21st century skills that everyone needs to have and how to build those starting from a young age. She also highlights her experiences with technology and startups, writing parenting and children books, and working with large corporations to effectively communicate about car seat safety and engaging but also fun children's toys that help develop those 21st century skills from an early age. Watch Dr. Jana's TEDxChandigarh Talk here: https://youtu.be/z_1Zv_ECy0g (https://youtu.be/z_1Zv_ECy0g)

Education is more than just learning information. It's about preparing our learners to go out and make it as individuals. This episode is about the importance of the soft skills that will carry the students through a successful life. We'll be talking about workforce development skills, employability skills, and creating confident individuals who can reach out and shake somebody's hand. Dan Miller is the author of 48 Days: To the Work You and Life Love, a book filled with innovative ideas for thriving in today's workforce. Dan is the President of 48 Days LLC and the host of the 48 Days Podcast. He has been on The Dave Ramsey show and has spoken at the White House. Episode Highlights: [03:38] Most hiring decisions are made in the first ten seconds. Integrity is a key component in the real world.[05:16] Smiling can make a big difference in someone's ultimate success.[06:09] Looking for unique characteristics of each child to overcome adversity. [07:51] We need to encourage kids to recognize opportunities that revolve around their unique talents and characteristics.[09:08] An example of a child's uniqueness making him successful. [12:27] Students need to figure out their zone of genius or what gets them really fired up.[15:12] Looking at changes and what can be possible.[17:26] Look inward when looking for a side gig.[20:20] Books have the biggest impact on Dan's life.Resources & Links Related to this EpisodeWhat is PBL?Ask RyanMagnify Learning YouTubeProject Based Learning Stories and Structures: Wins, Fails, and Where to StartMagnify LearningRyan Steuer Twitter @ryansteuerDan Miller 48 Days48 Days: To the Work You and Life You Love48 Days PodcastDan Miller FacebookDan Miller TwitterHow To Win Friends and Influence PeopleThe Biggest Secret: The Book That Will Change the World (Updated Second Edition)Think and Grow Rich: The Original, an Official Publication of The Napoleon Hill FoundationFuture-Proofing You: Twelve Truths for Creating Opportunity, Maximizing Wea

#EdChat Giving students success-ready skills. Building them for global competitiveness. It's what happens in #PLTW #STEM classrooms. Meet three FZ seniors and their teachers as they share their Project Lead The Way Engineering experiences and how those experiences have shaped their plans for the future. From modeling and collaboration through to a capstone project, this strand of Career Technical Education is exposing students to every angle of what's possible as they move into life after high school.

What do learner-centered classrooms look like? 15 years ago, as a rookie PBL teacher, I wouldn't be able to answer that question. But after leading and teaching in some of the most renowned PBL schools in the world, I can confidently answer that question. Learner-centered classrooms require 12 key shifts. Making these shifts will tranform a teacher-led classroom, into one that creates student self-managers, leaders, and 21st century socially, globally and emotionally aware citizens. With the help of my dear friend, mentor and co-founder of High Tech High Rob Riordan, we have outlined each of the 12 shifts, and the necessary steps to get there.  In this episode, I detail each shift and how you can make them in your classroom, school or own learning environment.  Take the 12 Shifts Scorecard: www.transformschool.com/12shiftsmastermind

Ryan has consulted with the HR leaders of some of the largest and most well known companies in the world. He shares his thoughts on being a "learn it all" rather than a "know it all", discusses the importance of keeping your ego in check, and details his "act as if you are on the same team" style of communication.Key Takeaways:0:00 - Intro/ Ryan's background2:15 - What does the term "communication skills" mean to you?3:55 - What does it mean to you to be a "great communicator"?9:35 - What communication skills are companies looking for now, as opposed to 18 months ago, in employees to be effective in this new blended work environment?15:30 - What communication skills have you developed over the years that have led to your success?18:39 - How do you accomplish the goal of team cohesion?22:05 - Who is someone that you idealize as a good communicator?25:20 - Advice for someone early in their careerAbout Ryan Dunn:Ryan Dunn has an extensive background and experience in leadership development and business to business sales, including multiple startups. He's a consultative partner and trusted advisor to C-Suite decision makers across the Fortune 500 and is known as a thought leader in the corporate learning, leadership, coaching, and talent management space.Additional resources:Follow Communispond on LinkedIn for more communication skills tips: https://bit.ly/3jRRZwHConnect with Scott D'Amico on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3mwyRWSConnect with Ryan Dunn on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3p9Ye0RDownload the ProSpeak® app. Providing users with instant feedback on presentation and communication skills.Apple: https://apple.co/3jTJbqeAndroid: https://bit.ly/3buYqRT

Welcome back to episode 2 of the UCET podcast, where we talk about all things Utah, education, and technology. In this episode, we focus on technology use in the liberal arts and discuss the place for liberal arts in a STEM focused world. We have three guests on this episode, Trent Mikesell from Nebo School District, Carol Shackelford from Jordan District, and Deborah Gatrell from Granite School District, with a combined total of 45 years in teaching the liberal arts. Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:Why study the liberal arts? What are some challenges to incorporating the liberal arts in the modern day classroom?What role does technology play in studying the liberal arts?How do you use technology to find, organize, and curate educational resources for yourself, colleagues, or students?How can teachers help students be more successful at managing all the data of their lives?We end the episode with a special highlight on Scrible, a web-based curation, annotation, and writing tool to help students manage the research process better. Go to https://www.scrible.com/utah/ for more information, or contact your district's digital learning specialist or school librarian for ideas on how to incorporate this resource into your classroom.If you want to continue the conversation, join us for #utedchat on Twitter, Wednesdays at 9 p.m. MST or go to www.ucet.org/newsletter to subscribe to the monthly UCET newsletter. Give Deborah a follow on Twitter @DeborahGatrell1 or Kiera Beddes @KBeddes. You can follow Trent's book reviews on Goodreads, here: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/960927-trent-mikesell. 

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Breakout EDU.The webinar recording can be accessed here. Educators are eager to create 21st-century skilled, self-directed learners—but what needs to be in place for that to be successful? How can educators move from classroom learning that is unconnected from students' lived experiences and create opportunities for students to use their skills and knowledge to lead their learning? In this edWeb podcast, educator and researcher Julie Stern and edtech expert and educator Maria Arfanakis discusses how schools can shift their focus from teaching to the standards to teaching for learning transfer. The presenters share more about what learning transfer is and how educators can use it to design equitable learning experiences that are meaningful and engaging. Educators learn how the right instructional moves, such as discussion-focused collaborative games, create a perfect conduit to harness students' prior learning and experiences, move students toward expertise, and improve students' social-emotional learning. The conversation addresses the practical steps educators can take to move from a teacher-controlled to a student-led classroom, how leaders can encourage their staff to prioritize the instructional behaviors that maximize student learning while preparing students to tackle the complex challenges in their careers, and how centralizing learning transfer has the power to transform schools into vibrant laboratories of learning and problem solving. This edWeb podcast is of interest to teachers, librarians, and school and district leaders of all grade levels. Breakout EDU Increase lesson review engagement with Breakout EDU games!