Podcasts about innovative learning

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2024 21:41

[Ep20] For the people working behind-the-scenes in medical education - specifically in the simulation specialty - they are frequently demonstrating the utility and value of simulation to help learners apply their knowledge in a safe and controlled environment. BUT - it can be challenging at times to also remember that simulation is NOT always the best option to resolve your medical education needs.This is the final episode in a special three part series on recognizing when simulation may not be the most appropriate solution. Join us as we talk with Daniel Abbey (MSN, RN, EMT-P), the Regional Director at the Center for Innovative Learning within the Mount Carmel Health System in Columbus, Ohio. We dig into how he processes education requests - tips to help educators remain comfortable during those early sim conversations - and more - on this episode of High-Fidelity Conversations!Quick Links:HFC Podcast Episode #17: When Simulation is Not Appropriate | Part 1 with Scott WinfieldHFC Podcast Episode #18: When Simulation is Not Appropriate | Part 2 with Eric ShaloskyAdditional PDFs: LinktreeDo you have ideas for future guests or topics on this podcast? Maybe you have some thoughts on how to improve the show? If that sounds like you, take a moment to answer the 3 questions on our anonymous feedback survey!Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from PixabayEmail the show at hfconversations@gmail.com

Socialization Toolkit | Part 2 | Hands-On Strategies for the Home Educated

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2023 29:26

Helping Students Share their Learning Through Video - Bonus Episode with WeVideo

Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2023 23:43

In this episode, join us for a conversation with Stu Jernigan from WeVideo where we examine the transformative power of learning through video creation. Tune in to explore innovative student video project ideas, effective assessment strategies, and practical tips for using video to help students share their learning. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/10/20/learning-through-video-bonus/ Sponsored by WeVideo: https://www.wevideo.com/education Follow WeVideo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WeVideo Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/

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Socialization Toolkit | Part 1 | The Home Education Advantage in Fostering Authentic Socialization

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2023 26:55

Homeschooling with Naval Ravikant, Nir Eyal, Rachel Thomas, Kerry McDonald, Alycia Wright, Shiren Rattigan, and Lisa Betts-Lacroix: Part 1

Teach Your Kids

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 73:21

The Game Plan: Demystifying Gamification with Moe Ash, Founder of The Catalyst

Retain: The Customer Retention Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2023 38:10

For this episode of Retain: The Customer Retention Podcast, we're doing a gamification special! So, who better to join host Lauren DeSouza than gamification expert Moe Ash. Moe is the Founder and Gamification Designer at The Catalyst, an innovative learning and development company that focuses on empowering individuals and organizations through transformative learning experiences. He is a trusted voice in the field having spoken about gamification at events, webinars and on podcasts. During their conversation, Lauren and Moe tackle the psychology behind gamification, whether Duolingo is a bad example of gamification, the best ways to implement gamification into your business, and why not every company needs a game.

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Deschooling 101 | New Unschooler's Survival Guide Part I

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 34:08

Diving deep into the foundational stages of unschooling, this episode offers beginners a comprehensive introduction to the pivotal process of deschooling, setting the stage for a transformative educational journey.

Microschooling with Iman Alleyne & Shiren Rattigan

Teach Your Kids

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2023 70:43

Manisha Snoyer sits down with Iman Alleyne from Kind Academy and Shiren Rattigan from Colossal Academy, trailblazers in the microschool movement in South Florida. They share personal journeys, emphasizing the importance of student autonomy, character education, personalized learning, and unique methodologies like Montessori 2.0. Thought-provoking discussions on topics such as the empowerment of students, criticism of traditional schooling systems, and the utilization of hands-on entrepreneurial projects reveal new insights into modern education. They also address sensitive subjects like bullying, acceptance, inclusivity, and the significance of specialized education during adolescence. The episode concludes with both guests sharing valuable resources and expressing gratitude for the opportunity to voice their innovative ideas. This is a must-listen for educators, parents, and anyone interested in the future of education.Iman Alleyne (@imanc84) is an innovative educator and the founder of a pioneering microschool. Recognizing the shortcomings of traditional education systems, Iman embarked on a mission to create a learning environment that emphasizes developmental appropriateness and personalization. She has implemented the Montessori 2.0 approach, seamlessly integrating traditional Montessori methods with modern technology. Iman's dedication to inclusivity and mental well-being has led her to explore significant trends like the Black Minds Matter summit. With ambitious goals for expansion, Iman continues to influence education, fostering an environment that promotes curiosity, autonomy, and real-world preparedness.Shiren Rattigan (@shirenrattigan) is the creative mind behind Colossal Academy, a cutting-edge school focused on teaching relevant skills for the future. Shiren's philosophy centers on empowering students, encouraging curiosity, and embracing experiential learning. She has a keen interest in student freedom, financial literacy, and early career preparation. Shiren's novel approach to guest speakers and unique methods that engage all five senses showcase her commitment to innovative education. She's been a vocal critic of traditional schooling methods and a champion for rewriting the educational system. Shiren's expanding initiatives, like Colossal Academy franchises and the Innovative Educators Network, highlight her growing impact on modern education. Selected Resources from the EpisodeKind Academy: | TikTok | Instagram | LinkedIn | Facebook Colossal Academy: Instagram | FacebookInnovative Educators NetworkLiberatED PodcastVELA Education FundHow to start a learning pod | ModuloHomeschool Programs: Classes, Co-ops, Microschools and more…The Modulo CommunityIman Alleyne's recommendations: Micro-Schools: Creating Personalized Learning on a Budget - Jade Rivera Unschooled: Raising Curious, Well-Educated Children Outside the Conventional Classroom - Kerry McDonaldShiren Rattigan's recommendations: Naval Ravikant's podcastThe Gift of Dyslexia: Why Some of the Smartest People Can't Read...and How They Can Learn - Ronald D. Davis Time Codes:[00:00:00]: Manisha introduces her guests from Kind Academy and Colossal Academy, highlighting their roles in the microschooling movement. [00:01:24]: Iman talks about her personal journey to start a microschool, expressing concerns about traditional education not fitting her child's needs. She sought alternatives that would be more developmentally appropriate.[00:03:08]: Shiren explains her motivation behind Colossal Academy, highlighting the need to teach relevant skills for the future and prepare students for modern challenges.[00:08:05]: Description of the Montessori 2.0 approach, blending traditional Montessori methods with technology. This innovative approach emphasizes personalized learning.[00:13:29]: Emphasis on empowering students to voice their educational needs, reflecting on a student-centric philosophy.[00:16:28]: Manisha introduces the topic of student autonomy, asking about the balance struck at Shiren's and Iman's schools.[00:21:13]: Shiren discusses the importance of communication and freedom in her teaching environment, especially for students with ADHD. She encourages students to take charge of their own needs and actions.[00:28:27]: Iman discusses the trend toward privatization in education, weighing both challenges and innovation, offering insight into the complex dynamics of modern education funding.[00:31:04]: Exploring the importance of social and emotional learning, focusing on inclusivity and mental well-being, and emphasizing the importance of creating a welcoming space for all students.[00:34:40]: Shiren shares her journey as an entrepreneur, the spiritual exploration it entails, and speaks to the importance of inclusivity and choice in education.[00:39:16]: The shift in mindset about rewriting the education system, a revolutionary approach to education, and the need for sustainability.[00:52:00]: Iman explains the different levels of their online school, highlighting the self-paced, group, and one-to-one options. It's an overview of the flexibility and individual attention given to each student in their program.[00:57:00]: The lack of educational options for adolescents is discussed, highlighting the importance of specialized education during this critical age. Shiren talks about the four major elements that adolescents need and emphasizes financial literacy and autonomy. [01:02:40]: Announcement of new Colossal Academy franchises, the Innovative Educators Network's growth, and the upcoming launch of the microschool coach program.[01:06:57]: Discussion of donation options—inviting listener support for educational initiatives.[01:08:09]: Conclusion, book, and podcast recommendations.

The Unschooling Advantage-Part 2

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2023 26:45

Innovative Learning Strategies

Truth About Dyslexia

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 9:55

In this episode of "The Truth About Dyslexia," we dive into the world of alternative learning strategies tailored specifically for dyslexic and ADHD learners. Join us as we explore cutting-edge techniques, tools, and technologies that empower individuals to succeed academically and leverage their unique cognitive styles. Discover how assistive technology, mind-mapping tools, multisensory learning apps, gamified learning platforms, and personalized learning platforms can revolutionize the educational experience for dyslexic and ADHD students. Show Notes: Video tool I mention: https://loom.com iPhone app I use: https://imprintapp.com - Assistive Technology: We discuss the power of speech-to-text software, such as Dragon NaturallySpeaking and Google Docs Voice Typing, to help dyslexic and ADHD learners bypass writing and spelling challenges. We also explore text-to-speech software like Read&Write, NaturalReader, and Voice Dream Reader, which enhance reading comprehension and reduce reading-related difficulties. - Mind-Mapping Tools: Learn about mind-mapping software like MindMeister and XMind, enabling dyslexic and ADHD learners to organize thoughts, visualize concepts, and create structured outlines for essays or study materials. - Multisensory Learning Apps: Discover the Learning Ally app, offering a vast collection of audiobooks and educational resources to support dyslexic learners in improving reading comprehension. We also explore EquatIO, a tool that helps dyslexic and ADHD students create mathematical expressions digitally, reducing handwriting and formatting challenges. - Gamified Learning Platforms: Explore BrainPOP, an educational platform that utilizes animated videos, quizzes, and interactive games to make learning engaging and accessible for dyslexic and ADHD students. We also discuss Kahoot!, a platform for creating fun and interactive quizzes to reinforce knowledge and enhance retention. - Personalized Learning Platforms: Learn about Khan Academy, a platform providing personalized educational content, adaptive assessments, and progress tracking, catering to the individual learning needs of dyslexic and ADHD students. We also delve into Duolingo, an adaptive language learning app available on iOS and Android devices, offering bite-sized lessons and gamified exercises to support dyslexic and ADHD learners in acquiring new languages.

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Episode 8 - How EdLogics Uses Gamification & Innovative Learning Techniques to Increase Health Literacy - with Brooke Mogollon from EdLogics

The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2023 31:14

On today's episode, podcast host and health expert Seth Serxner is joined by Brooke Mogollon (Chief Product Officer at EdLogics) to discuss exactly how EdLogics uses gamification and innovative learning techniques to increase health literacy.Brooke and Seth dive into how EdLogics' gamified platform offers employers, universities, school systems, and communities solutions to improve health literacy and drive positive behaviors by educating people in fun and engaging ways.Mentioned in the show: WHITE PAPER: Health Literacy 2.0 - A Path to Health Equity.To learn more, visit EdLogics.About The Health Literacy 2.0 PodcastWelcome to The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast from EdLogics.Improving health literacy — the ability to understand and act on health information — is key to improving health outcomes and lowering costs.Together with business and community leaders, we'll explore effective, behavior-changing solutions that can improve health literacy — and drive engagement in corporate and public health and wellness programs.Join us! Visit EdLogics.com/Podcast.Learn About EdLogicsWant to see how EdLogics' gamified platform can boost health literacy, drive engagement in health and wellness programs, and help people live happier, healthier lives? Visit EdLogics.com.Tags: health literacy, workplace health

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Moving Forward Flourishing Series: Insular Culture

ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2023 16:40

About Today's Show Today's podcast features Tia Gaines, director for Educational Strategies for UnifiEd, A Center for Hope and Unity. Tia talks with Lynn Swaner about the Flourishing Schools construct of Insular Culture, where “the school shields students from the world's brokenness, the school is independent from the surrounding community, and/or the student body lacks diversity.” The conversation focuses on creating communities of belonging for students within Christian schools. To go further in learning about this construct, check out these resources: The UnifiEd Digest ACSI's PD by Design series, Cultivating Biblical Unity, featuring UnifiEd Blog post Taking a Selah Moment: Black History Month and Christian Schools by Tia Gaines To learn more about Flourishing Schools Research, check out the Flourishing Together book by Lynn Swaner and Andy Wolfe (Eerdmans 2021) and this video overview of the research. You can also find out about the related institute for leaders and instrument for schools here. About the Guest Tia Gaines is the director for Educational Strategies for UnifiEd. She serves as department chair for the English department, as well as the 6–12 instructional coach, for Insight PA Cyber Charter School. She coaches more than 200 teachers on teaching strategies in a virtual setting. She has also taught in the School for Applied and Innovative Learning program at Delaware County Christian School in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania. In addition, Tia provides consulting to schools, universities, and organizations on diversity, equity, and inclusion alongside her husband, Joel. She resides in Philadelphia with her husband and their four children. About the Host Dr. Lynn E. Swaner is the Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer at ACSI, where she leads initiatives and develops strategies to address compelling questions and challenges facing Christian education. Dr. Swaner serves as a Cardus Senior Fellow and is the co-author or editor of multiple books on Christian education, including Flourishing Together: A Christian Vision for Students, Educators, and Schools and MindShift: Catalyzing Change in Christian Education. Prior to joining ACSI, she served as a professor of education and a Christian school administrator in New York.

"Untitling" Your Physician | The effects of calling your doctor by their first name with Dr. Dawn Prall

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2023 29:23

[S1 9] Dawn Prall, M.D., FACEP, is the Medical Director for the Center for Innovative Learning (aka the Mount Carmel Sim Lab), here in Columbus, Ohio. She also has extensive experience as an acute care physician. For this episode, we talk with her about an online article from Medscape dealing with the pros and cons of ditching a formal title for a physician in a clinical setting. Dr. Prall is notorious in the Sim Lab for wanting her colleagues to call her "Dawn," but listen in on this episode to see if she holds the same thoughts for how people should address her in a clinical environment. Check out this conversation to learn more about: What are some of the consequences of addressing a physician by their first name? Does gender play a factor in "untitling" a physician? What can you do, as a physician, to help promote a friendly interaction with patients while maintaining professional boundaries? What can you do, as the patient, to avoid offending your physician by being too casual? And more! Quick Links:PDFs of the Medscape article and associated studies: Linktree Do you have ideas for future guests or topics on this podcast? Maybe you have some thoughts on how to improve the show? If that sounds like you, take a moment to answer the 3 questions on our anonymous feedback survey!Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from PixabaySound FX obtained from Pond5Email the show at hfconversations@gmail.com

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Week in Review: December 9, 2022 - with Matt Driscoll

Hacks & Wonks

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2022 56:41

For this Hacks & Wonks week-in-review, political consultant and host Crystal Fincher is joined by metro news columnist and opinion editor for The News Tribune in Tacoma, Matt Driscoll! They start the show reviewing the criminal trial of elected Pierce County Sheriff Ed Troyer. Troyer is charged with false reporting and one count of making a false or misleading statement to a public servant in relation to his alleged harassment of Black newspaper carrier Sedrick Altheimer. This week, the trial revealed discrepancies in Troyer's account of the incident compared to the police report. This case hinges on whether the state can prove Troyer's actions were criminal, and it's anticipated that the trial will be sent to the jury next week. Next, Crystal and Matt recap a new investigative report from ProPublica and The Seattle Times that reveals how deeply the state's schools are failing students with complex disabilities, sending many of them to for-profit entities with little oversight, leading to instances of mistreatment and abuse. In housing news, the Pierce County Council will vote next Tuesday on an affordable housing sales tax. The county needs more funding for affordable housing, and even though a sales tax is a regressive tax, it's the best available option the council has to generate additional revenue for affordable housing projects. The tax will require five votes to pass from the Council that includes four Democrats and three Republicans. In other Pierce County Council news, Crystal and Matt discuss the retirement of Council Chair Derek Young. They explore his political career, talk about his impact, and share their appreciation for how he handled the responsibility of being an elected leader. The trend of dangerous, sometimes violent protests against drag shows and drag story time events came to Renton this week, which saw a local brewery get shot at before their Drag Queen Story Hour event on Thursday. It's part of an increase of anti-LGBT and antisemitic hatred and violence happening across the country. The incident in Renton comes alongside concerning reporting from KUOW revealing that the electrical grid in Oregon and Western Washington has been attacked six times since mid-November, with at least two of the attacks resembling the incident in North Carolina last Saturday. It's a foreboding sign of the rise of domestic terrorism in this country fueled by right-wing hate. As always, a full text transcript of the show is available below and at officialhacksandwonks.com. Follow us on Twitter at @HacksWonks. Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Twitter at @finchfrii and find today's co-host, Matt Driscoll, at @mattsdriscoll. More info is available at officialhacksandwonks.com. Resources “TPD officer testifies that Troyer reported no death threat to him. Next, defense's turn.” by Jared Brown from The News Tribune “WA's schools are failing students with complex disabilities. It's happening in Tacoma too.” by Matt Driscoll from The News Tribune “‘Kids Seem to Be a Paycheck': How a Billion-Dollar Corporation Exploits Washington's Special Education System” by Lulu Ramadan, Mike Reicher and Taylor Blatchford from ProPublica “At Washington special education schools, years of abuse complaints and lack of academics” by Mike Reicher & Lulu Ramadan from The Seattle Times “Pierce County needs an affordable housing sales tax. Will it get one next week?” by Matt Driscoll from The News Tribune “Pierce County Council Member Derek Young Retires from Politics for Unknown Future” by Sara Thompson from Key Peninsula News “Renton Brewery Shot Up before Drag Queen Story Hour” by Will Casey from The Stranger “String of electrical grid attacks in Pacific Northwest are unsolved” by Conrad Wilson & John Ryan from KUOW Transcript [00:00:00] Crystal Fincher: Welcome to Hacks & Wonks. I'm Crystal Fincher and I'm a political consultant and your host. On this show, we talk with policy wonks and political hacks to gather insight into local politics and policy in Washington state through the lens of those doing the work with behind-the-scenes perspectives on what's happening, why it's happening, and what you can do about it. Full text transcripts and resources referenced in the show are always available at officialhacksandwonks.com and in our episode notes. Today, we are continuing our Friday almost-live shows where we review the news of the week with a co-host. Welcome back to the program, friend of the show and today's cohost: metro news columnist and opinion editor for The News Tribune in Tacoma, Matt Driscoll. [00:00:56] Matt Driscoll: Hello, thanks for having me - it's good to be back. [00:00:59] Crystal Fincher: It's great to have you back - enjoyed your commentary and insight last time, excited for it today. Well, there's a lot of news that we need to get to this week. I think the first thing that we will start off with a recap of is the trial of Pierce County Sheriff Ed Troyer. What is he on trial for and what has happened so far? [00:01:23] Matt Driscoll: Yeah. Well, first just a shout out to my colleague, Jared Brown, who's been in court covering this thing, following it on Twitter, and writing daily recaps - they've just been doing an incredible job in the courthouse. But yeah, our sheriff down here in Pierce County, Ed Troyer, he's on trial for two misdemeanor counts - one of false reporting and another of making a false or misleading statement. The reality of this - in general terms, if this was anyone else is - if convicted, he's facing maybe a little bit of community service and maybe a fine of some sort. It's not a big deal, in the sense of he was just an average person. But of course, it is a very big deal because he's our sheriff down here in Pierce County and there are a lot of complicated aspects of this case. Just to - if folks aren't following the case or haven't heard, which I kind of doubt at this point, but basically this all stems from an interaction he had with a newspaper delivery carrier. It's been so long now - I don't even remember exactly when that was, but I guess it was January - looking it up now - of 2021. A Black newspaper carrier in his neighborhood - Troyer basically saw him, thought he looked suspicious, started following him around. Confrontation ensued, Troyer ended up summoning a police response saying he had been threatened. It sparked a massive response, which was quickly kind of downgraded to a smaller response. But still, the bottom line was you had a huge police response, guns-drawn situation with a Black newspaper carrier who felt in danger for his life. And so that story, thanks to the reporting of folks at The Seattle Times and then at The News Tribune, got a lot of attention and led to the governor calling for an investigation into it. And eventually it led from charges from the state AG's office. So there's no charges down here locally, but Bob Ferguson jumped in and filed these misdemeanor charges. And that was a long time ago, and we're finally at the trial now. So we've been following it here for a couple of weeks - jury selection took a while, and now we're into actual testimony. And actually, Ed Troyer was on the trial, or on the stand, yesterday. So that was the latest interesting event in an interesting case, that's probably the most high-profile misdemeanor trial I can recall. [00:04:01] Crystal Fincher: Yeah. So Ed Troyer is an elected sheriff, not an appointed sheriff, like currently exists in King County - also makes just the issue of accountability more challenging. It's not a situation where - in the midst of this, there were inconsistencies that were revealed between Ed Troyer's initial account and what actually seems to have taken place, or what ended up in the police report about this. And in those situations, often - I won't say oftentimes - but in other situations, sometimes that could lead to accountability or discipline locally. That's a whole different issue when you have an elected public official and not someone who is subject to interdepartmental discipline or anything like that. So this trial is basically the accountability lever and - to the point of independent oversight - had to be initiated externally, because it wasn't happening just from the agencies in the jurisdiction. The prosecution presented their case and rested. The defense is now presenting their case. There were questions about whether Ed Troyer would take the stand in his defense. He has done so. And up until this point, where we're recording on Friday morning, the defense questioned him and now he is getting ready to face questioning from the prosecution. So we will see how this turns out, we will continue to follow this along. I don't think the trial is expected to last more than a few more days before it goes to the jury. Is that correct? [00:05:45] Matt Driscoll: It's been slow going - I think that's the expectation. They don't - there are no trials on Friday, no trial on Friday - so the next action will be Monday. You'll have the state cross-examining Troyer. And I should mention - that was a shoddy recap, I guess - because I've been living it down here in Pierce County for so long, it just feels like coming up. But the crux of this case basically is - when Troyer summoned police response, he said that his life had been threatened. And then when cops arrived, he told them that wasn't the case. So that's the crux of it - is whether he made a false statement, a false report that summoned this huge police response. It's almost like a swatting, mini-swatting situation. So it kind of hinges on that. At the end of the day, I think, there's going to be a big burden on the state to prove that this was more than - and I guess I'm a columnist, I can share these sorts of opinions - whether this was more than Ed Troyer being stupid, right? Like I think it's established that - what he, at least in my mind - his actions on that morning were not the smartest thing to do and were not what he should have done. But is that criminal or not? I think that's going to be that's kind of the crux of it. And I think it's going to be interesting to see what the jury decides there. My gut tells me it's going to be difficult, just given the nature of things to get all jurors to agree one way or the other, but we'll see. And that's why we follow it. [00:07:20] Crystal Fincher: It is why we follow it. Certainly I'm sitting here as a Black woman, who has seen these situations unfold, and feels that this newsletter, newspaper carrier was fortunate to escape this situation with his life. The kind of call and the kind of accusation made initially in the call is the kind of pretext to death and shootings - shootings called justified because they felt that they were threatened, particularly from Black men. So this call was - if this indeed happened the way it's alleged to or appear to have happened, was a risk to this Black man's life. And by just doing his job - to have someone who felt uncomfortable with this Black person in their neighborhood - followed them, basically stalked them down the street, and then initiated a confrontation - is just beyond the pale. And one, for anyone in that situation - he could have been any other resident on the street calling and saying their life was threatened by this person, and it would invite a massive police response - certainly for the sheriff of the entire jurisdiction. And is this behavior that we want to see, that we are comfortable with from the head of all law enforcement in that jurisdiction - even in the most charitable interpretation of this possible, which you kind of recap, where he's just being ignorant and ridiculous. Do we want this ignorance leading this agency? Is this the head that we want? Regardless of the outcome of this trial, I think those are important questions to examine and ask - for us to ask ourself - where is the bar that we hold elected officials and public safety officials to? And I personally feel that Pierce County deserves better, but we'll see how this trial turns out and we'll continue to follow it throughout. Also want to talk about a story that you talked about - that came from ProPublica, The Seattle Times also wrote about it - but about Washington schools failing students with complex disabilities. What's happening here and what have you seen in Tacoma? [00:09:52] Matt Driscoll: Yeah. I mean, this is just an incredible story. And first and foremost - I guess I did this last time too - but credit where credit's due - the reporting team there on Seattle Times and ProPublica on this story. It's just a jaw-dropping story. This is one of those stories where my wife and I were sitting - because they'd hit on Saturdays - and we're sitting around in the living room and she's actually reading the excerpts from the story because we're in such disbelief of what's transpiring. But the long and short of it is basically the state is obligated to provide basic education to students with complex disabilities. They're required to require basic education to all students, but including those with disabilities. And in certain cases, you've got children, students with disabilities that make it really difficult, if not impossible, to do that in a standard classroom or a standard school building. Districts across the state have done a lot of work to try to integrate students with disabilities as much as possible into regular classrooms. As a parent of a child with disabilities, I know the system well. But in some cases, when you're talking about - sometimes severe behavior stuff, sometimes it's medical, feeding tubes - any number of things that can require a situation where - what the state needs to provide can't be done in a classroom. So, long story short, districts don't have a lot of money. We don't fund education anywhere near as much as we should, and they have this obligation to serve these students. So what has transpired basically is a system that we've created in the state where these students are often - that work is outsourced to other schools. Many times they're for-profit schools - they're publicly-funded private schools, so private entities that then receive state funding to do this work. Districts send their challenging students there, the students that need this there. But with the story, the ProPublica-Seattle Times piece really revealed is just the incredible lack of oversight that happens there. It's basically on the districts to monitor each of their students, and the oversight from the state as a whole is really lax. Maybe districts know what's going on with their individual kids. Maybe they've got a couple in these situations, but the full picture is really hard to see. And that's what this investigation revealed. And what it revealed, shockingly enough, is that when you welcome in for-profit entities to serve our most vulnerable children, bad stuff happens sometimes. And there's some really bad stuff in this story. Some allegations of abuse and mistreatment, just some anecdotes that I won't - you should read the story, but some of the situations painted specifically in one of these schools, the Northwest, the acronym is SOIL - I'm going to of course forget what it stands for at the moment - but it's the largest one of these in the states. It's got three campuses, including one in Tacoma. Long story short, Tacoma has relied heavily on this school in particular over the years, going back to 2015. It has sent basically more funding to this Northwest SOIL school than any district in the state by a wide margin. And the unsatisfying answer here is - when talking to district officials, it's essentially - this is the system we have. It's not great. We would like to see it better, but we don't have the means to serve these students and we're reliant upon it. And so that's a really unsatisfying answer. It's an unsatisfying answer to parents, I'm sure, but I think the bigger picture is until we reimagine them and blow up this system we've created in this state, where we're essentially outsourcing this work to for-profit corporations and publicly-funded private schools where - we basically welcome situations like this, in my opinion. So that was a lot of rambling, but this story, it pissed me off. It makes me really, really mad. [00:14:10] Crystal Fincher: It's a shame. And the state unquestionably has a responsibility to provide an appropriate education, in the least restrictive means possible, to all students - including those with disabilities and complex disabilities. Funding has been a continual conversation in this. And the fact is these programs don't currently exist in public schools to the degree they need to serve all the entire population of students, including those with complex disabilities, because they don't have the funding to implement and support those. And as we see too often in these situations, if you ask me, for-profit companies then are there to fill that gap, they say. But what we see is that when profit is a main driver and not an outcome from a student is the main driver - predictably, obviously - we're going to see profit prioritized ahead of these students. And we're seeing them in these situations with shocking and abhorrent and abusive and harmful consequences. And are we comfortable? In the column that you wrote, you asked a very appropriate question. Are we comfortable abdicating our responsibility as the state to for-profit entities who already have a record that is troubling? Are we comfortable with this? Because this is the system that we have and there are reasons, multiple reasons, to be uncomfortable. Are we prepared to confront the questions about funding that are related to this? Are we prepared to meet the responsibility as the state ourselves, or continue to check a box saying - oh, we handed the student over to the Northwest SOIL School, which seems like an appropriate acronym at this point in time. [00:16:12] Matt Driscoll: School of Innovative Learning, that's what it is. [00:16:16] Crystal Fincher: Yes, and so it's just really troubling. Right now, there are no other options - so families are faced with the prospect of their kids not getting their constitutionally mandated education, or sending them someplace where they're at risk - that's the plain truth - where they're at risk. They're certainly at greater risk than in the school setting and other settings for abuse. But if they're in another setting, they're at risk of not getting an appropriate education. That is a choice that no family should have or should face, and we have a responsibility to do better. We have to talk about revenue. We have to talk about funding as part of that. And I hope the Legislature takes this seriously and meaningfully addresses this deficit and these challenges, because it's going to take action there to help solve this. But man, this is troubling. I'm happy you wrote about it. I'm happy that ProPublica and The Seattle Times did this piece, with so much investigation and legwork that it took - just really troubling. We owe our kids, all of our kids, a better education than this. We can do better. [00:17:34] Matt Driscoll: No, you're exactly right. And I think your prescription for what needs to happen is exactly right too - that's one of the frustrating things - talking to the local district. I felt obligated to call Tacoma and basically be like - you read this story, WTF. But you do that, right? And it's not a problem that they can solve by themselves - they can't, given the current structure, provide the services that they need to because they don't have the money and they don't have the staffing and they don't have the resources to do it. So Tacoma can't solve it alone. The Seattle schools can't solve it alone. It really does require a state response and really a complete rethinking of the way we serve these students - and most of all, bags and bags of money. And you would hope that reading something like this would inspire us to have those difficult conversations and would inspire that change. But the political realities of it make me fear that we're going to take half measures, we're going to increase our oversight of these - when what I really think we need to do is blow it up and work on the thing. Because the only option is not just for-profit. There are schools that do this work that are not for-profit. There are other ways to do this. So there's a school in Puyallup - I think it's the Olympic Academy or Olympic something or other, and this is really wonky stuff - but basically there are education regions and they can band together and they can create these schools - and it's not a for-profit thing, there's more oversight, there's more involvement, there's more district involvement. So it's not an unsolvable problem - what it takes is political will and a lot of money. [00:19:25] Crystal Fincher: That is true. And once again to reinforce, they're constitutionally mandated to provide this. If our constitution means anything, then that should motivate working to fix this problem. Also want to cover an issue that you also wrote about - Pierce County needs an affordable housing tax. It is going to be up for a vote in front of the Pierce County Council next week. What will this do? And is it going to pass? [00:19:57] Matt Driscoll: No, I don't think so. But first I want to just get your - as a King County person, are you shocked by the fact Pierce County does not have this tax? Because most people, many counties do. This is not like some rare thing. Is it mind-boggling to you to hear that we're still fighting in Pierce County about whether or not we should build affordable housing? [00:20:20] Crystal Fincher: Well, I may be a bit more familiar with Pierce County than a lot of people, so I find it not surprising at all in any kind of way. I think Pierce County is moving closer to there. Are they at the point where they're ready to pass this now? Questionable. But this problem is just getting so much worse for everybody that it's getting undeniable. And we are seeing, more and more, that voters are voting for people who are saying that they're going to take action. And seeing pressure even from entities who traditionally rail against any kind of taxes - no matter what kind of benefits they have, especially if people with money need to pay more taxes - that they're feeling pressure to at least come up with rhetoric saying that they want to address this problem. Because before, several years ago, I think people were comfortable not addressing this at all, or maybe not characterizing this as a problem for everyone. That's not possible anymore. This is a problem for everyone. And so now it's just the question, what are they going to do about it? And is this something that they feel moved to do? But just backing up a little bit - [00:21:34] Matt Driscoll: Let me answer your original question - I apologize. But yeah, so basically, it's a one-tenth of 1% sales tax in Pierce County, which would raise about $20 million a year - estimated - cost the average Pierce County resident about $16 a year, that then that money could be used for affordable housing or related services. Tacoma already has this tax, so we already do it here in Tacoma. A number of cities and counties across the state already do it - conservative and liberal - I don't know the exact numbers off the top of my head, but I know Wenatchee has it. Ellensburg has it. Spokane has it. Snohomish has it. Thurston has it. As you pointed out, I think we've passed the point of this being a problem that elected leaders feel comfortable ignoring. I think they know they can't ignore it. So in Pierce County, to pass this tax, what it's going to take is a supermajority on the Pierce County Council. So current makeup on the council is four Democrats, three Republicans. In my opinion, as a columnist, the reason that you've seen Pierce County move closer, as you alluded to, is because we do have a Democratic majority on the Pierce County Council now. So I think that's sped up some of these talks, some of this action. We do have a Republican Executive in Bruce Dammeier. But regardless, it's going to take five votes, by our charter, to get a tax passed - so they're going to need a Republican to side with the Democrats to pass this tax. It was passed out of committee last Tuesday. It'll be voted on on the 13th if it all goes as scheduled. And I anticipate a split vote - I think this is going to be a 4-3 vote. I think this is going to be very similar, for those who follow it - in Pierce County, our long trod towards enacting a behavioral health sales tax, which is very similar. It was a very similar situation. Counties, cities across the state already had it. It's money that goes to behavioral health services, mental health and addiction services. Pierce County drug our feet for years. We literally debated it for years and years and years. And we finally were able to get that fifth vote on the council to make it happen in 2021. So it took a very long time. I anticipate this is going to be a very similar thing. I think what's going to happen is, Democrats are going to make the case next week. It's going to be a rock solid case because anyone who looks around, I think, can see where home prices are, where housing prices are, our lack of affordable housing. I think the estimate by the county's own plan to address housing is they need something like 50,000 units affordable to those at 50% of area median income or below by 2044 just to meet the need, which doesn't even consider the housing that's needed to meet those above 50% of area median income, which is very low. I don't know Pierce County area median income off the top of my head, but it's it's usually around $50,000-60,000 depending on whether you're looking at individuals or families. This is not a wealthy county. This is hitting us hard. This is hitting us in Tacoma. This is hitting us in rural places. It's clear we need some sort of answer from the county - both to build the housing itself, and to help get federal money to address the problem. But no, I don't think it's going to pass yet. I think it's going to take a long time. I think the Republicans are going to express the things they're uneasy about, and they're going to go through the process of trying to answer those questions. I also anticipate it becoming more of a political football. If you follow Pierce County - listeners - clearly, you're very familiar with Pierce County, so I don't mean to suggest you're not - but for listeners, I know sometimes it seems like a weird, far off place. There's a micro home village for the chronically homeless that Republican County Executive Bruce Dammeier and his team very much wants to build. There are some questions about what the funding would look like for that. The current plan, as it's been described as basically a one-time investment of ARPA funds and then hands it over to private folks and donations. I think one thing that's going to - that you might see - is Democrats saying, if you want to build this, we need the tax. I wouldn't be surprised to see that. I also think it's just going to be one of those long bureaucratic processes where the Republicans need to prove to their base that they're not gung ho for a new tax, and they need to be won over, and they need all these guardrails that we talk about to ensure that the money is spent wisely and yada, yada, yada. I think eventually we'll get there, but I don't anticipate it Tuesday. So it was a long answer, but I think that's where things stand. [00:26:21] Crystal Fincher: Yeah, I think that's a decent read of the situation. What I would say - [00:26:25] Matt Driscoll: Decent, decent! [00:26:26] Crystal Fincher: I think it's a great, accurate read of the situation. I was about to say - I think you nailed it with its parallel to the behavioral health tax issue and debate, and how lengthy that was. And I think that's also instructive - for those who do want to see this implemented - on how to get that passed. As you talked about in your column, the pressure from the public was instrumental in getting that tax passed. And I think it will be instrumental in addressing this issue. And so for those who are listening, for the public out there - it is really important to contact your County councilmembers, to contact your elected leaders - even if you feel they're not inclined to vote for this, or if they are, to let them know what your situation and circumstance are, to let them hear your story. Anecdotes actually go a far way, a long way in addressing issues like this. A lot of times people don't understand the specific pain that is being felt by people put in these situations - how it impacts seniors on fixed incomes, veterans, those who are dealing with families with complex needs, the disabled community. People who are among the most vulnerable and in need of protection, who are some of the people who are least likely to be able to just meet an increase with a raise at work - if they're not working, if they're retired, if they're in different industries that are not keeping up with this kind of thing. A sales tax, I think across the board, you will find it's no one's favorite tax to implement. To be clear, it is a regressive tax. It is also the only lever that the county is afforded in this situation to be able to solve this. And until there are different avenues opened up at the state level, this is what the county is left with to be able to address this problem. And I think my read of the situation - a lot of people's read - is that this is the time to do everything possible at all levels to address this crisis, because it is a crisis. So it'll be interesting to see how this unfolds. It'll be interesting to hear, particularly what the Republican members of the council do say, as they deliberate this and discuss this in their meeting and in the public - and how they answer the concerns that their residents have. So we'll continue to follow this story also. [00:29:02] Matt Driscoll: Yeah, I agree. And just one quick point on that process - this is Hacks & Wonks. I was talking to some folks about the - why now, why we're doing it. And I think there is an importance, even if the tax isn't - even if it's not going to pass this time, I think it's helpful from a political standpoint to get the folks on that council on the record to say what their position is and why they're either supporting it or in some cases not supporting it, because that's exactly what we saw with the behavioral health sales tax is - once you publicly have that conversation and say what you would need to - because again, no one can deny the problem. Say what you would need to get there to support something like this - that kind of gets the ball rolling and you can start answering some of those questions. So I think it's, even if it doesn't pass next week, I think it's a starting point and it's a good first step. [00:29:56] Crystal Fincher: Absolutely agree. Another item I want to talk about today is with someone who the listeners of Hacks & Wonks are probably familiar with, because he has been a prior guest - is Pierce County Council Chair Derek Young is about to complete his final term on the Pierce County Council. He is being term-limited out and is stepping down and away from public life. And so I just wanted to just take a moment and see what your reflections on Derek and his term have been. How did you find his time in office to be? [00:30:37] Matt Driscoll: Yeah, it's an interesting discussion for me, in comparison for me, because he's been on the council for eight years now. So basically he arrived at his position about the same time that I arrived as a metro news columnist at The News Tribune. I'd been working at The Seattle Weekly previous to that, still lived down here - but so basically our tenure overlaps. So I basically covered him the whole eight years of his time on the council. And for Derek, for those who don't know - maybe it's been mentioned on the show - but he was essentially like the Parks and Rec's boy mayor of Gig Harbor on the council. I forget how young he was when he was first elected to the Gig Harbor City Council, but he was quite young. He did that and then later he ran for Pierce County Council and he's been there for eight years. So listen, from a journalism perspective, from a news perspective, I think we like to keep sources at an arm's length. We need to maintain skepticism, right? We can't become best friends with the people we cover. And certainly, Derek and I are not best friends by any means - but I will say - you interact with a lot of people in this job and you talk to a lot of people and you talk to a lot of politicians. And a lot of times they are, you can tell they're just feeding you soundbites, feeding you hot air, feeding you what the research says they should say. And Derek, I have just always found to be - one, he's really sharp on the policy stuff. He's one of those people that - I think it takes a special kind of person to get really into the mechanics of governments and just be really into it - excited about the procedures and the policy, but he's one of those people. He's really smart at that stuff and I just think he's really reasonable and really sensible, and those are things I appreciate in a leader. One thing about Derek is - there was a time when he was a Republican. And then he has since become a Democrat - now he's been a Democrat for many years now - but Pierce County is an interesting place, right? We've got Tacoma, which is this urban, progressive hub, and then you've got the rest of the county. And the bottom line with the rest of the county is it is either very moderate or red. And Derek is one of these people that can walk the line, that can get progressive things done in a county like Pierce County. And I think there's something to be said for that. I think we talked about the behavioral health tax already. I think Derek's a key reason that we got that. I think we're bringing up the affordable housing tax now, in part, because Derek's ending his term and they want to get a vote with him, even though his predecessor will likely - or the person who, I don't know, I always get those words mixed up - but the person who's filling his seat will likely vote the same way. I think it's as an honor to him - just the work he's done - they want to get a vote in before he leaves. So I think he's accomplished a lot. I think a lot of what he's accomplished has been behind closed doors in that kind of wonky way, that government work. I don't know how long we have to talk about this, but I was talking to Derek just last week about - I had an issue with a vote he took back in 2015 that would have allowed big box retailers up in Fredrickson. And I was all ready to rip him up on it because I was writing about Canyon Road and the way that has sprawl that's created. And I called him up and he was like - well, actually two years later we reversed that. It didn't get a lot of promotion because I didn't want to spike the football, but we were able to reverse that through just basic government maneuvering, the kind of stuff that most people don't see. And he's really good at that kind of stuff. So I think it's been a successful tenure and it'll be interesting to see what he does from here. [00:34:50] Crystal Fincher: Absolutely. And from my perspective, especially looking at the politics of things, I think Derek is one of the forces most responsible for the Democratic representation and the increase in Democratic representation that we've seen in Pierce County, certainly on the Pierce County Council. He has always prioritized developing leaders, recruiting leaders, and supporting other leaders. Like you said, a lot of his work has been done behind the scenes, which is absolutely true. And I don't think people really understand how much work he has done, both to build Democratic leadership in Pierce County and just on the nuts and bolts of building better communities. One of the cities doing the best job in the state, actually, in meeting their comprehensive plan goals to accept density is Gig Harbor. It's not an accident that that comes in the wake of the work that Derek Young did in Gig Harbor. And just understanding the nuts and bolts of building community, of understanding how you have to adequately plan for growth - or else there are lots of consequences - how regional planning is important to local outcomes and results in feeling that responsibility. Absolutely, I don't think the behavioral health tax would have passed without him. And doing meaningful stuff - he has taken his responsibility as a steward of public health for the county seriously. And has had to fight against a lot of opposition and weird forces, including through the pandemic, to maintain the capacity and ability to deliver on that responsibility. So I just appreciate his thoughtfulness. We don't agree on everything, but the one thing that I always find is that he's coming with a great understanding after a lot of conversations with folks in and throughout the community, that he is not making decisions simply based on emotion or rhetoric or what's popular, that he's really thoughtful and processes information and community needs in a really serious way, and really focused on outcomes and accountability - and I think that has shown. And so as I see him leaving, it certainly leaves a legacy that I think he can be proud of and that others are building upon. I think Gig Harbor and Pierce County are better off for Derek Young having served. So I just wanted to take a moment to talk about that and say I personally appreciate what he has done, and see him as an example for others to follow as they look at being an elected official in public leadership. [00:38:02] Matt Driscoll: Well said. I'm not going to gush about the guy on record - I just think that I'd lose street cred as a journalist if I just, if I just gushed. But yeah, he's very thoughtful and I've enjoyed covering it. It's been - it's funny to see - eight years of the overlap that we've had, but I've enjoyed talking to him. He's been a good source. You can always call him and he'll explain something to you, which I always appreciate because I do the Columbo thing, right - where it's - oh, walk me through this. And he'll always walk you through it. And those land use things, he's really sharp on those sorts of things. So yeah, I agree 100%. [00:38:36] Crystal Fincher: Yeah. And he's younger than a lot of people who wind up long political careers, because he did start at 21 in Gig Harbor. So excited to see what is next for him. Now, a troubling story this week. One of a few troubling stories, frankly, but there was a Renton brewery that was shot up before a drag queen story hour. This is a story that we're seeing unfold across the country, and we're not immune from it here in Washington state. There are a number of drag queen story hours. This one in Renton was one that caught people's attention, that actually had a lot of chatter online about it from right-wing sources railing against this. There's been a lot of unfortunate, inaccurate characterization of people who are just existing as trans people in the drag community - and characterizing them and people who patronize, support, associate with them - as "groomers" or "pedophiles," or somehow degenerate, morally unfit - blah, blah, blah, blah. This being used as a political tool by many people - attracting a lot of hate speech, threats of violence, dehumanizing speech - which we all know incites violence. And predictably, this has incited violence. Now there's no absolute clear tie. We don't know who did fire this shot into this brewery, but we are seeing a familiar pattern of hateful rhetoric, violent rhetoric - followed by violent action. We've seen it at hospitals that treat the trans community and trans children. We've seen it at other drag story, drag queen story hours, and now we're seeing it here. To be clear, these stories - it is literally a story hour - it's just a drag queen reading some stories. There is this assertion by right-wing forces that basically just existing as a drag queen - and they also say for the trans community and it's extending to the entire gay community really - that just existing in drag is inherently sexual and immoral, which is not the case. That's like saying just existing in a heterosexual existence and in particular type of clothing is inherently sexual. It is not, but that is the assertion here and it's being used to pass laws in different states to basically keep people from being able to fully participate in society and to ostracize them. This is part of a coordinated effort and goal that we are seeing, and it looks like violence and really this is terrorism. This is politically motivated violence, is part of the overall strategies and tactics that are being used by right-wing forces to fight against this. This happened in Renton. This attracted a lot of sympathy and support obviously from the community coming together to say this is unacceptable. We support you. There's a talk about a rally to support that in the community. There's no question that the broader community finds this unacceptable and abhorrent. The question is - how diligent are we going to be as a society and are investigative and law enforcement entities going to be in combating this? I think that's the question before us right now as a community - how intense are we going to be in standing against this? But it's unacceptable. I am not shocked certainly, but dismayed to see this happen locally in Renton, as it's happening across the country. And I'm dismayed at the acceptance of blatant hate and dehumanization of certain groups, whether it's the drag community, folks within the LGBTQ community - principally the trans community at this point in time. I think this is absolutely related to the rise in anti-Semitic talk that we see openly, and accepted, and that's being platformed around this country. Openly racist talk - we are seeing a renaissance of hate, and it is really dismaying. And it's going to take people not tolerating this in all of the spaces that they are in. If someone's making a joke as you're at the gym, if you're talking with your friends, if you're at work - wherever you're at, we can't tolerate jokes. We can't tolerate casual statements of hate. We can't tolerate dehumanization and othering and we have to make it absolutely clear that it's unacceptable to say that in our presence. People who espouse hate should be more uncomfortable doing that than they currently are, and we all have a role to play in that happening. Wondering what your take is on this, Matt? [00:44:18] Matt Driscoll: Well, just a hard pro sign I guess on everything you just said. I think you summed it up really well. I guess I feel obligated to note that I've read the story about this. I don't know everything about this specific instance, but I think broadly speaking - the picture you paint is 100% accurate. You see hate, I think you see it fomenting online. I think you see the way that that turns into real action and real harm and real danger and real terrorism. I do think that this constitutes as terrorism when things like this happen. And going back to a conversation we had before we started recording - obviously, you alluded to other places across the country where you've seen laws passed and those sorts of things and certainly those things are happening, but I think a big part of this is - you called it a renaissance of hate and I think these are desperate actions by people who are losing. I mean I think they're losing, and I think they know it and they feel it - and I think that this leads to - and this doesn't excuse any of it, just in case that's not incredibly clear - but I think they're desperate and it generates hate speech. And when you add in the internet where people are able to silo themselves off and the stuff just grows and grows and grows and grows, it eventually - and none of us should be shocked by this - it eventually jumps off the screen and moves into real life. And people get hurt, and people get killed, and lives are altered, and lives are taken. So yeah, I agree with you. I think the general level of acceptance of this sort of stuff in our society, and the way we talk about it, and the way we report on it, and the way we discuss it, and the way we think about it - needs to be more clear just how unacceptable it is. [00:46:27] Crystal Fincher: Absolutely agree. And to the point you were just discussing and we discussed earlier - they are losing. They are absolutely losing. I think one thing that we do need to recognize is that when it comes to marginalized populations gaining rights in this country - and there are another number of countries where this precedent has been set, but we don't need to look any further than this country - terrorism has been employed as a response to that. Okay, we can't do it at the ballot box, we're losing - so we're just going to enact violence to attempt to fulfill our needs. I mean there was a statement made in North Carolina that these acts of violence and terrorism will continue to happen as long as drag queen story hours exist - it's a pretty clear statement of motivation and intent. And we need to not be surprised by this, but be prepared for it. And to effectively fight against it at all levels - to hold our elected officials accountable for fighting against it, to hold our institutions accountable for fighting against it, and to hold ourselves accountable for fighting against it - in all of the spaces that we inhabit, all the places that we are, and the people who we associate with in any way. That this is unacceptable in all of its forms because we're not done with this. It's predictable that it was going to happen. We know that rhetoric like this results in violence and it's escalating. And either we're gonna take steps to counteract it or we're in for a lot more. We have to address this. And related to that - seemingly, are stories about attacks on our electrical grid here in the Pacific Northwest as we saw back East. We have had attacks on our electrical grid here in the Pacific Northwest. What has happened with these attacks? [00:48:35] Matt Driscoll: Yeah. Certainly I've just been - I think this is one of the - I know as a news person you get this weird kind of callous nature where you're like - oh man, this is a really interesting story - when it's actually a terrifying story, a really alarming story. But yeah, this story is all of those things, and I've just followed it like anyone - but basically, what we're seeing is what appear to be at least somewhat coordinated attacks on power grids across the country. I forget - where was the, was it Carolinas that - yeah. So and then we've had some up in this area as well - I think it was - KUOW did a really good kind of look into what's happening. And again - similar - going back to your point, I've just read the stories everyone else read, but certainly what seems to be happening - at least to some extent - is extremist online groups being involved with encouraging and instructing folks how to do this. And the people who follow online extremist groups then going out and doing it. And I want to be careful - because I, again, I've just read this item - we don't have an exact answer to what's going on yet, so I don't want to jump to conclusions. But I do think we can say that you know there does seem to be some online extremist group involvement with this to - helping to perpetuate it - and people are doing it across the country. And it's terrifying, not just because of the prospect of losing power and what that could do - and when we talk about losing power, we're talking about a whole lot more than just your lights going off. There's a lot of fairly obvious reasons why electricity is very - it's crucial to a lot of folks, including in medical situations and what have you, but it's again - it's just terrifying for the way you see just belligerent hate, the kind of hate that if you encountered it in-person, it would be like one person ranting lunacy on a corner. But online, the way people can self-select and can group, it becomes incredibly, incredibly dangerous. So yeah, I think there are similarities between this story and the one we just talked about in the way that online extremism seems to be playing a role in it. [00:51:08] Crystal Fincher: Yeah, absolutely. And it was in North Carolina - after gunfire attacks on two electrical substations - resulted in tens of thousands of people being out of power for days. This was not a brief interruption - schools were closed, traffic lights were dark, people who relied on refrigerated medication had it spoil. It is a horribly disruptive situation - our society runs on power at this point in time, and this was an attack on that. Here locally, there were six separate attacks in Washington and Oregon - the Bonneville Power Administration, Puget Sound Energy, Cowlitz County Public Utility have reported different attacks involving cutting through fences into these facilities, attacking infrastructure with gunfire, setting fires - really seems to be employing a number of the same tactics that we saw in North Carolina. And across these six different attacks here in Washington and Oregon - employing similar tactics across those attacks - so this seems to be a coordinated effort that we're seeing. Some of these resulted in more disruptive power losses than others. This doesn't seem to be some super sophisticated entity doing sophisticated things to disrupt this - these are people crudely breaking in, shooting up these facilities. It does invite questions about what can be done to harden the security of these facilities, where else may we be vulnerable - there are lots of conversations about just our infrastructure in our community for basic services and what can be done to better protect those, because evidently there are groups that are seeing those as principal and primary targets, no matter how many people it impacts. And it does seem like this tactic has now shifted to - we're targeting specific communities, but we're willing to make sure everyone feels pain in order to try and help achieve our goals. And it's causing pain, and we're - this is the tip of the iceberg, it seems. And either we do something to intervene right now, or we see this get a lot worse. The FBI has declined to comment on whether or not they're investigating these, but it's an issue and we've had several attacks here locally and it's just troubling. [00:54:08] Matt Driscoll: It's, yeah - troubling is the word for it, I would say. It's just, it's so fascinating on a lot of levels because as you mentioned, sometimes you see terrorism and it has a really specific target - and kind of the purpose of it can - you see it. With this, it's almost just chaos. It's almost just like the unraveling of society around us. I think you're right - the sole purpose of it is to inflict just damage, just widespread damage and it's almost - it's not specific, it's just trying to disrupt and harm people and create havoc and chaos for - from a small, small minority of people - assuming what we have is accurate with the ties that - again, feel desperate and are led to do desperate things. So yeah, the year 2022 - the year we had to start guarding our electric grids. [00:55:17] Crystal Fincher: Absolutely. [00:55:18] Matt Driscoll: If you had that on your bingo card, I guess, you win. [00:55:22] Crystal Fincher: I hope we don't have it on the 2023 bingo card - I will tell you that much - I would love to nip this in the bud and get real clear that this is unacceptable everywhere. And with that, we thank you for listening to Hacks & Wonks on this Friday, December 9th, 2022. Hacks & Wonks is co-produced by Shannon Cheng and Bryce Cannatelli. Our insightful co-host today is metro news columnist and opinion editor for The News Tribune in Tacoma, Matt Driscoll. You can find Matt on Twitter at @mattsdriscoll - that's two L's at the end. You can follow Hacks & Wonks on Twitter at @HacksWonks, and you can find me at @finchfrii, with two I's at the end. You can catch Hacks & Wonks on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever else you get your podcasts - just type "Hacks and Wonks" into the search bar. Be sure to subscribe to get the full versions of our Friday almost-live shows and our midweek show delivered to your podcast feed. If you like us, leave a review wherever you listen to Hacks & Wonks. You can also get a full transcript of this episode and links to the resources referenced in the show at officialhacksandwonks.com and in the episode notes. Thanks for tuning in - talk to you next time.

246: Innovative Learning Solutions for today's clinics, spas and salons with Renee Smith from BLOOM by The French

BEAUTE INDUSTRIE

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2022 41:14

Today's guest is Renee Smith from BLOOM powered by The French Beauty Academy With over 18 years of experience in the beauty, dermal, laser, cosmetic and retail industries at both educational and managerial levels, Renee has seen it all. Renee began her career in film and television as a make-up artist in The Lord of The Rings movie production, continuing her true passion of service to others in the Spa and Wellness industry, before like many of us, becoming addicted to all things skin and went on to lecturing in dermal science and therapies. She is now the Business Development Manager for Bloom by The French, Australia's leading aesthetics corporate training and up-skilling solutions partner. She is driven by a strong passion for driving organizational success, enhancing employee performance, team productivity and quality assurance through effective training programs and driving sales and employee retention in the industry. Here to discuss innovative learning solutions for today's clinics, spas and salons, from The French Beauty Academy today we welcome Renee Smith. This episode was brought to you by The Aesthetic and Beauty Industry Council. Beaute by ABIC Podcast is an independent podcast that operates with the support of our listeners (that's you!) So if you would like to support the show, we would very much appreciate that. Hit ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify, and leave a review if you're feeling especially generous and please follow us @aestheticbeautycouncil --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautebyabic/message

GLOBAL VOICES: Pacific Indigenous w/ M. Rako Fabionar

The Integral Stage

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2022 79:07

Layman meets with M. Rako Fabionar, director of the Innovative Learning and Living Institute (ILALI), to talk about his work with indigenous communities along the Pacific coast of the United States, and more generally around the world. Rako recalls early formative experiences with his Filipino relatives, his work on issues of justice and equity for indigenous communities in university, and his training in the healing arts by teachers of the African Dagara lineage; and then together they explore a range of issues and concerns affecting the Salmon Nation and many other indigenous communities up and down the Pacific coast. How have these communities integrated and been impacted by modern and postmodern conditions and values? How has Rako's extensive work with these communities impacted his understanding, and use of, various developmental schemas? What might contemporary metamodern and integral communities learn from various indigenous practices such as land listening? What sorts of imaginal, ritual healing, and subtle energetic practices are used by these communities? What most distinguishes Pacific Coast communities from each other, and what unites them? And much more. M. Rako Fabionar is a consultant, facilitator, and healer who creates learning environments for people to experience deeper connection, insight, and well-being. He is sought after for his powerful presence and capacity to support folks during times of transition. Rako has created transformative programs and equity focused initiatives for businesses, universities, retreat centers, and NGOs for twenty years. He has trained social entrepreneurs, cultural workers, activists, spiritual teachers, and political leaders within the USA, Central America, UK, and Middle East. Rako has also worked closely with leadership from Google, Dignity Health, Adobe, Facebook, Skywalker Ranch, Impact Hub, IONS, and Climate Action Network International. Rako's graduate studies focused on multi-generational social change. He also brings to his work insights from his professional training in organizational design, and years of spiritual practice, including initiation into two indigenous lineage traditions. Innovative Learning and Living Institute https://www.ilali.global/ Salmon Nation https://salmonnation.net/ Guild of Future Architects https://futurearchitects.com/

The PE Huddle: A New School Year - A Game Plan for a Successful Start

PE Express

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2022 59:41

Kick off the school year by tuning in to the August PE Huddle with a focus on “A New School Year: A Game Plan for a Successful Start”. Join our guests Shannon Irwin, Bill Jones, and Richard Edgar as they discuss preparing for the start of school. The start of the school year has a large impact on how you feel about your classes and teaching in general throughout the school year. This month's speakers have differing amounts of teaching and leadership experience so there will be something for everyone regardless of grade level and experience. This will be a “nuts and bolts” discussion as we discuss faculty issues, working with staff and administrators, and effectively meeting, managing, and teaching your students. Bill Jones is the Director of Physical Education (Preschool-8th grade) at the University School, serving 870 boys in Junior Kindergarten to grade 12 on two campuses in suburban Cleveland, Ohio. He received his M.S. in Physical Education from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. He has taught and coached for the past thirty-five years at independent schools. He was awarded the Chilcote Chair in Applied and Innovative Learning in 2011-2013 and the Donald C. Molten Chair in Athletics in 2013 – present. Shannon Irwin has 17 years of experience in Physical Education, pk3-8th grade in both public and Catholic education. She served as an athletic administrator at Saint Andrew Catholic School in Fort Worth, TX and recently was named the Athletic Director for the Catholic Diocese. Shannon regularly shares her expertise by presenting at local, state, and national levels. Richard Edgar has taught Physical Education in Arizona for 5 years. Richard earned his bachelor's degree in Healthy Lifestyles and Fitness Science from Arizona State University and his post-baccalaureate teaching degree from Rio Salado. Before joining Mesa Public Schools, he started the Physical Education program at Eagle College Prep.

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Surviving Residency | Looking back at Family Medicine training with Dr. David Arenstein

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2022 37:51

[S1 E2] David Arenstein, M.D. recently completed his Family Medicine Residency Program at Western Michigan University. He used to work with us in the Center for Innovative Learning, as a Simulation Coordinator, and now he's back to share details about his completed training. Listen in on our conversation to learn more about: Is a residency program as chaotic as the rumors suggest? What were some of the biggest learning moments? What kind of support system did you have for difficult moments? What advice do you have for people thinking about becoming a physician? And more! Quick Links: WMed - Family Medicine Residency Program Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education Do you have ideas for future guests or topics on this podcast? Maybe you have some thoughts on how to improve the show? If that sounds like you, take a moment to answer the 3 questions on our anonymous feedback survey!Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from PixabayEmail the show at hfconversations@gmail.com

POC Ultrasound | Acute care applications and educational hurdles with Dr. Dawn Prall

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2022 28:36

[S1 E3] Dawn Prall, M.D., FACEP, is the Medical Director for the Center for Innovative Learning, here in Columbus, Ohio. She also has experience working in the Emergency Department and can frequently be seen helping educate others regarding one of her passions - POC ultrasound. Its uses are many, but it can often be brushed off as too expensive or not applicable for certain environments. We get into some of the clinical applications and hurdles she has witnessed as ultrasound has been gradually adopted into more acute care settings. Listen in on our conversation to learn more about: What are some of the clinical applications of POC ultrasound? Is it only for clinical use in a hospital setting? Are there educational benefits from learning how to use this tool? Are there smaller, more portable options for POC ultrasound? And more! Quick Links: EMS1 Article - POC ultrasound in EMS Sonosite ultrasound equipment Portable POC options: Lumify Portable POC options: Butterfly iQ Do you have ideas for future guests or topics on this podcast? Maybe you have some thoughts on how to improve the show? If that sounds like you, take a moment to answer the 3 questions on our anonymous feedback survey!Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic for the show was obtained from PixabayEmail the show at hfconversations@gmail.com

Current Trends In L&D With Lloyd Dean

The Learning & Development Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2022 42:43

Where is L&D going? Ask vendors and they will tell you it's heading in the direction of their product. Ask a seasoned L&D professional with a keen eye on the future of work and you get a balanced and nuanced view of the factors affecting our profession and its practitioners. In this episode, Lloyd Dean shares his experience, his view of the profession and practical steps forward. KEY TAKEAWAYS Virtual reality is a highly effective tool. Lloyd explains how using it at a nuclear power station generated an ROI of £200,000. Curiosity is a key pillar of learning. Chatting with people from all areas of the business, including casual chats, is a fantastic way to better understand each area of the business. Improving your data analysis is a fast way to become more effective. Apply established approaches that are working elsewhere to your L&D. Agile is becoming increasingly popular. Why is it discussed in the podcast? Gauging the readiness to change makes it easier to adopt a bespoke strategy that will make it easier to overcome resistance. You must believe in the projects you are leading. Be genuinely open-minded when it comes to interpreting the data and holding a mirror up to the business. BEST MOMENTS 'You have to be curious and not too far away from what's going on with the business.' 'Ask what´s the golden thread of what we do for you.' 'Reflecting on your why in L&D is important.' 'Where it goes well, senior stakeholders really articulate the vision and the why.' VALUABLE RESOURCES The Learning And Development Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-learning-development-podcast/id1466927523 L&D Masterclass Series: https://360learning.com/blog/ EPISODE RESOURCES You can follow and contact Lloyd via: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lloyddeanuk/ ABOUT THE GUEST Lloyd Dean Bio Lloyd is Principal Consultant at PA Consulting and former Head of Digital and Innovative Learning at EDF Energy. With more than a decade in the L&D profession, Lloyd's focus is on the future of work and helping to modernise L&D functions. ABOUT THE HOST David James David has been a People Development professional for more than 20 years, most notably as Director of Talent, Learning & OD for The Walt Disney Company across Europe, the Middle East & Africa. As well as being the Chief Learning Officer at 360Learning, David is a prominent writer and speaker on topics around modern and digital L&D. CONTACT METHOD Twitter:  https://twitter.com/davidinlearning/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidjameslinkedin/ L&D Collective: https://360learning.com/the-l-and-d-collective/ Blog: https://360learning.com/blog/ L&D Masterclass Series: https://360learning.com/blog/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is Innovative Learning?

Women Worldwide with Deirdre Breakenridge

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2022 29:36

Dr. Martha Saunders, the President of the University of West Florida, has worked in higher education for over three decades. She has served in academic leadership roles in Florida, Georgia, Wisconsin, and Mississippi, and is known for her ability to manage and navigate crises. She credits her ability to help move through tough times to her views on innovative learning and creating cutting-edge academic programs. Higher education is facing some big challenges these days and she's passionate about creating innovative solutions to deal with them. Academic leadership was not her first stop on her career journey. She actually started out in communications and helped navigate the waters of creating proper communication channels during crises. Those years have served her well as she has worked to make UWF one of the top three public schools in all of Florida. Listen as she shares her story, why they were already prepared for an instance like Covid, and what it takes to truly step into innovative learning. Dr. Saunders is a font of knowledge and her views on how to properly prepare for the unknown are unmatched. You won't want to miss out on this discussion. Show Notes: [02:35] What led Dr. Martha Saunders to academia and innovative learning? [04:24] How is her university leading the charge in changing learning structures? [07:14] Dr. Saunders shares how they attract new students with their messaging and culture. [09:20] Some of the challenges they've faced as the narrative shifts around education. [10:33] Ways they've tackled all of the changes brought about by Covid. [13:24] They were ahead of the game when it came to crisis management due to the nature of their location. [14:20] Dr. Saunders shares a big AHA moment she had and how it's helped her in her career. [16:50] It's so important to paint a picture for yourself of the outcome you want. [19:42] What does her work/life balance look like? [22:16] There will never be perfect balance, but remember to recenter. [22:51] The things she does to alleviate stress when things pile on. [26:04] How you can raise your level of innovative learning to achieve your passion and goals. [28:14] Connect with Dr. Saunders. Links and Resources: University of West Florida Dr. Saunders' Biography LinkedIn | Twitter | Facebook FOLLOW ME AT: Website: https://www.deirdrebreakenridge.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeirdreBreak... Twitter: https://twitter.com/dbreakenridge LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deirdrebr… Email: deirdre@pureperformancecomm.com

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26 Entrepreneurship and Innovative Learning Group with Lisa Toenniges

ifyouaskbetty

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 32:30

Listen in as I chat with Lisa Toenniges about entrepreneurship, her company Innovative Learning Group, and her best advice for those considering starting their own learning business. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ifyouaskbetty/support

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148: The FREE Lesson Plans and Resources You Aren't Using! (but should be) [interview with Rich Dixon]

Shake Up Learning Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2022 43:03

In this episode, Kasey chats with Rich Dixon, Senior Director of Innovative Learning at Hāpara. Rich shares the power of Open Educational Resources (OER)--what they are, where to find them, and how to get started. The FREE Lesson Plans and Resources You Aren't Using (but should be)--Find free, standards-aligned lesson plans and teaching resources for your classroom. (This episode sponsored by Hāpara.)

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Celebrating International Women's Day, 2022

The Staff Lounge

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2022 54:24

Women have made great gains in terms of education and schooling over the past few decades. On International Women's Day we celebrate these successes. Despite all that, certain challenges persist: women's employment earnings are on average still lower than men's, and leadership roles can seem elusive. While acknowledging the gains and successes, what are the remaining challenges for women in leadership roles? We chat to Dawn Macaulay, Humber College's Dean of Innovative Learning, to discuss what more we can do to support and promote women's ambitions for leadership roles. For faculty at Humber - who are teaching women who may be just starting out on their careers – what role does mentoring play? What advice is there for women in academic positions with ambitions for leadership roles? And how is leadership being supported? We've heard about the glass ceiling, that invisible barrier to women in business. Ella L.J. Bell Smith coined the phrase, "the concrete wall", a different kind of barrier for women of colour. The concrete wall renders women of colour invisible and limits the capacity to learn and understand what's happening on the other side. We also chat to three amazing Humber alumnae; Kimberlee Shelley-Ajibolade, Stephanie Williams and Amber Payie about women in the workplace. More resources on IWD and Women in the Workplace: International Women's Day Website https://www.internationalwomensday.com/ UN Observance of IWD 2022 https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-and-events/events/2022/02/international-womens-day-2022 Humber's Learning Outcomes (PDF) http://humber.ca/svpa/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/HLOFramework.pdf Humber Alumnae At Work: Kimberlee Shelley-Ajibolade (My Humber Story) https://humber.ca/today/news/kimberlee-shelley-ajibolade-myhumberstory Stephanie Williams (Humber IWD Feature 2021) https://humber.ca/advancementandalumni/international-womens-day.html Amber Payie (Twitter) https://twitter.com/AmberPayie

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Jamestown News Minute: Task force gathers input on proposed changes to innovative learning

Jamestown Sun Minute

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2022 2:30

Today is Thursday, March 3rd and this is your weekly news briefing from Jamestown, North Dakota. https://www.jamestownsun.com/news/local/task-force-gathers-input-on-proposed-changes-to-innovative-learning For more local news, please visit www.jamestownsun.com

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Episode 16: Focusing on Innovative Learning Design and Schools with Tom Vander Ark

Leading Education With Jeff Rose

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2022 38:53

How can schools overcome the current challenges and use their opportunities to innovate? If anyone knows the answer to this question, it would be Tom Vander Ark. As the CEO of getting smart, he has visited thousands of schools and contributed to countless books, articles, blog posts, and podcasts on the topic of educational innovations. He and Jeff explore the need for leaders to strategically shift their attention from political turmoil to innovative opportunities and systems for students. Prepare yourself for a fascinating conversation.

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Back to Class? How to Navigate Change

The Staff Lounge

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2022 36:20

Transitions can be tricky, especially now, in these times of rapid and frequent change. As we approach the long anticipated shift back to in-person teaching, we chat to Innovative Learning secondees Nicole Chuchmach and David Vaszquez-Abrams and ask how they are preparing for the classroom. What did they learn from the online experience? Are there valuable lessons to take back to face-to-face teaching? We hear about the continued need for flexibility and compassion. Zoom Focus Mode https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VEvvajpzeqo Dr. Trust https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1OuSN5XcDFLytoFcNtUnmjIljCuK_DAtoM9hodrgD2ak/preview?slide=id.p

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Innovative Learning Platform Drives AI-Driven Personalized Learning

UBC News World

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2021 1:51

If you're looking for a new way to engage your employees, this new platform, using AI and neuroscience, might be for you. Learning expert Margie Meacham works at the intersection of neuroscience and AI. Her new platform offers a customized learning experience. Information at https://www.learningtogo.info (https://www.learningtogo.info)

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How did I build pride for people with Disabilities? | Thomas Ng, Founder and CEO, Genashtim Innovative Learning

The Brand Called You

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2021 27:03

Have you ever felt that luck is against you? Did you ever dream of getting the mobile phone your friend has? Have you ever thought that God hasn't given you enough? You should be grateful for what you have. If you have all your organs in good working condition, a country to call yours, and social acceptance, you are lucky enough! Today, we are delighted to introduce Mr. Thomas Ng, the Founder, and CEO of Genashtim Innovative Learning, an organization that has been recognized and felicitated globally. He is a partner with RAISE SG, the Singapore center for social enterprise. He is also a part of YPO. Thomas founded Genashtim Innovative Learning in 2008 with a simple view to putting disabled people of lesser developed economies into employment. Since the disabled people were from lesser developed economies, it was hard for team Genashtim to bring them to office. At that time they came up with the idea to give them work from home. They provided them the training online through e-learning back in 2008. Thomas says that he does not consider himself to be visionary, he came up with those ideas because of the limitations he had. He tells us how he got motivated by the NGO which used to teach computers to the blind. He decided to give them employment and this is how the whole idea developed into founding the company. Thomas talks about the challenges he faced and how difficult it was to manage everything without an office. They were also facing losses in the initial six years of the business but in the end, their hard work finally started to pay off and they made profits after almost a decade. We also get to know about the people who got new lives because of Genashtim's Innovative Learning. Listen to Thomas Ng, the man behind this incredible social change by tuning in to the video. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tbcy/support

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Dr Marian Mahat: Innovative learning spaces, co-designing curriculum and pedagogy and what it is really like to be a woman in academia.

The Art of Teaching

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2021 58:48

It is my great pleasure to introduce you today to the amazing Dr Marian Mahat - she has over 20 years of professional and academic experience across multiple education sectors. Her research focuses on learning environments, with an emphasis on co-designing curriculum and pedagogy, teacher-led inquiry, and professional development. She was the lead Research Fellow and Research Manager of the Australian Research Council Linkage Innovative Learning Environments and Teacher Change (ILETC). The Project worked with Australian and New Zealand schools to develop a capacity for teachers and school leaders to teach and transition into innovative learning environments. In this discussion we talked about: Why does design matter? How can we create spaces that catalyse learning? The role of co-designing curriculum and pedagogy why it has been such a focus of her work Why there has been a shift from ‘identical classrooms and autonomous teachers to more collaborative shared spaces?” How we can tell if these new spaces will be effective? This was actually one of my favourite interviews on the podcast and I left the discussion so excited about the future of our profession. Here is her Micro-Certification: https://bit.ly/3BRoUIP Here are a few of Dr Marian's latest research papers: Integrated Learning Environments - Scoping Study 2021-2022 Women thriving in academia: Exploring the terrain Innovative perspectives and approaches for enhancing the student experience Whether you work in a new school, an old school or anywhere in between I really below that you will get something out of our discussion today.

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S1 Ep17: Steve Schoenwald: Creating GXC, the World's MOST Innovative Learning Management System

Chats with Clark

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2021 146:46

In this episode of the "Chats with Clark" podcast, Steve Schoenwald joins the show to talk about his groundbreaking company: GXC. GXC is a learning management system that is full of patents and patent-pending technology that is revolutionizing the education world for the better. Steve's goal of providing affordable education to individuals in America and around the world is becoming reality after working on GXC for over 10 years. With light at the end of the tunnel, Steves share emotional, raw stories that leave him teary-eyed as he reflects on the journey thus far, including memories from his childhood, those that he has sacrificed, growth along the way, and his aspiring dreams. --------------------------------------------------- Thanks for checking out this episode of "Chats with Clark"! If there is any content that YOU would like to see, email me your question, thoughts, or ideas to hear them discussed, or book your interview today: chatswithclark@gmail.com!

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E81: Home Ed Series : Exploring Alternative Education Options with Shannon Falkenstein from The New Schools

The Homeschool Project Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2021 65:20

Hello and welcome back to the campfire! Today we jump start our Home Education series with Shannon Falkenstein, M. Ed. from The New Schools Podcast. Shannon is a Co-Founder and Executive Director of Acton Academy & Montessori in El Salvador, a progressive micro-school innovating education to offer learners skills for the 21st Century.Shannon is a speaker, facilitator and coach and is the host of The New Schools podcast, which helps families at an inflection point in schooling to explore and choose the best option for their children's learning journey. She is a freedom-lover, explorer and anthropologist at heart, and has lived and studied all over the world.So grab a seat by the fire as we travel to El Salvador, to speak with Shannon about opportunities that exist in alternative education!If you like what you hear and have enjoyed our show, please show your appreciation by subscribing to our Podcast and leaving us a review on your Podcast App of choice.We would love to hear from you so please email us with any comments or questions you have.Visit us and all of our content, including our blog, at www.thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.comAs always, let's Light A Fire They Can't Put OutThank you for listening!Show NotesThe New Schools: Home - The New SchoolsCan also find on Instagram.The New Schools PodcastActon Academy El Salvador: Acton Academy & Montessori El Salvador (actonacademyelsalvador.com) Expats of El Salvador on FacebookBooks Mentinoned:'Finding Your Own North Star' by Martha Beck'Courage To Grow' by Laura Sandefer

Innovative Learning with Detlef Hold (Switzerland) // Visualization

The Future of Healthcare: Live With Intent

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2021 48:54

Thanks for listening to the Future of Healthcare Live with Intent Podcast. This week's guest is Detlef Hold. Detlef is an innovator when it comes to human learning. His deep knowledge and experience give him the courage to experiment with new approaches to the challenges people and teams face in today's rapidly changing healthcare environment.

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44. Special Episode - The Learning Ideas Conference Day 1

The Art & Science of Learning

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2021 79:32

In this collaboration with The Learning Ideas Conference 2021, each episode will feature conversations with a selection of conferences speakers from around the world. In these conversations, each guest shares highlights from their conference talk, highlighting their fascinating work in the field of learning, sharing insights and tips, as well as what they are excited about in the future of learning. The Learning Ideas Conference: https://www.learningideasconf.org/ (0:03:30 hours) * Introduction to The Learning Ideas Conference David Guralnick, Ph.D. Founder and Chair of The Learning Ideas Conference President and CEO, Kaleidoscope Learning New York, New York, USA Website: http://www.davidguralnick.com/ (0:15:00 hours) * Learning on the Seam: The Intersection between Learning Science and User-Centered Design Alicia Sanchez, Ph.D. Director of Innovation, Defense Acquisition University Department of Defense, Fort Belvoir, Virginia, USA Advanced Distributed Learning Initiative https://adlnet.gov/ DAU https://www.dau.edu/ (0:32:00 hours) * At Your Best: Artificial Intelligence, People Analytics, Highly Realistic Avatars, Innovative Learning & Development Methodologies * Speech Analysis for Advanced Simulation * Digital Learning and Medical Simulation * A Digital Mindset for the Society 5.0: Experience an Online Escape Room Fernando Salvetti, Ph.D., Logosnet, Houston, Texas, USA LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernandosalvetti/ Logosnet www.logosnet.org e-REAL https://e-real.net/about/ (0:48:30 hours) * Taking Project-Based Learning Online Gary Natriello, Ph.D., Teachers College, Columbia University, New York, New York, USA Website https://www.tc.columbia.edu/faculty/gjn6/ (1:07:25 hours) * How to Design Compliance Training that is Engaging for Frontline Workers Lucia Stejer, Kaplan Professional, Sydney, Australia LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucia-stejer-bbb0a122 Twitter: https://twitter.com/lstejer

DCU launches 2021 STInt Programme to inspire innovative learning in STEM Education

Irish Tech News Audio Articles

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2020 6:30

Dublin City University has launched the 2021 STInt (STEM Teacher Internship) Programme which will provide pre-service STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) teachers with the opportunity to gain skills and experiences within the STEM Industry. The programme, which is now in its sixth year was developed together with Accenture and the 30% Club in 2016 with the overall aim of providing future STEM teachers with a personal experience of STEM roles and careers in the industry. This, in turn, will empower them to inspire future generations of their own students, particularly female students, to engage in STEM subjects and careers. The programme is led by two DCU STEM Education academics, Associate Professor Eilish McLoughlin, Director of CASTeL and an international leader in physics teacher professional learning and Professor Deirdre Butler who specialises in Digital Learning. To date, the programme has provided 70 DCU STEM teachers with a 12 week experience across 24 of Ireland’s leading companies. This flagship programme is supported by an education-industry collaboration that is strongly committed to supporting innovative and creative approaches to STEM education in Ireland. The STInt programme has received strategic partnership funding from Science Foundation Ireland Discover (2020-2021) to expand and enable pre-service STEM teachers from other universities to engage in internships in a wide range of industries across Ireland. Although the 2020 programme was impacted by Covid-19 restrictions, 16 paid-internships proceeded on a remote working basis in eight participating companies Accenture, Alexion, Ericsson, Intel, Microsoft, SSE Airtricity, Takeda and Xilinx. Dr Anne Looney, Dean of DCU Institute of Education said, “The skills that our future teachers will acquire during their internships are more important than ever. The last few months have seen dramatic changes in schools and schooling; the STint programme takes on a new importance as part of DCU’s work of preparing the teachers of the future. Collaborating online, working in virtual teams, and the ability to design and deliver technological solutions – these are likely to be part of classroom routines for the foreseeable future. I want to thank the leading companies who have generously agreed to support what has to be an internship this year; by hosting our students this summer, you are also reaching their future students. There is no better introduction to the STEM career opportunities than an inspiring teacher who has first-hand experience.” Mr. Paul McCabe, Site Leader at Alexion Pharmaceuticals said, “The BioPharma industry is one of the fastest growing sectors in Ireland and it is anticipated that more than 8,000 jobs will be created in the sector in Ireland over the next five years. The availability of people with the right skills and talent to work in Biopharma will be critical to the continued growth of the sector as future investment comes on stream. We at Alexion have found, as part of our involvement with the STEM Teacher Internship programme, that this fantastic initiative demonstrates real benefit to the future pipeline of talent. Enabling an internship for trainee teachers allows them to see the breadth of STEM careers available in BioPharma companies like ours, and how they can bring their learnings back to school, build awareness of the sector with their students and ultimately encourage them to aim to work in an industry which is focused on transforming the lives of patients with serious illnesses. Alexion looks forward to participating in the programme again in 2021 and will aim to spread awareness in the Pharma sector through our new BPCI Pharma D&I working Group.” Mr. Bernie Capraro, Silicon Technology Research Manager at Intel Ireland said, “As our world becomes more reliant on technology, and larger problems loom that require multiple technology innovations to help solve, there has never been a time more ...

Creating Magic with People and Technology in HigherEd with Rolin Moe

IMPACT LEARNING

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2020 54:52

Production team:Host : Maria XenidouProducer: Julie-Roxane KrikorianIntroduction Voice: David Bourne Contact us:impactlearningpodcast(at)gmail.com Music credits:Like Lee performed by The Mini VandalsTransition sounds: Swamp Walks performed by Jingle Punks Where to find more about Rolin Moe:LinkedInWebsiteA Manifesto Against EdTech© During an Emergency Online Pivot Mentioned in this episode:David Wiley - Founder of the Open Education ConferencePepperdine UniversityTeaching to Transgress: Education as the Practice of Freedom by Bell Hooks George Veletsianos - Canada Research Chair in Innovative Learning and Technology Bryan AlexanderSkyline CollegeCalifornia Virtual Campus Calbright CollegeCollege of San Mateo Cañada College San Mateo County Community College DistrictLearning Tools Interoperability (LIT)Dr. Rob McKenna at WiLD LEADERSLabster George SiemensPaul Sparks Listen to this episode and explore: Childhood: a unique relationship with computers and how it has guided Rolin's career path (3:21)University: Studying English and Film to go into the field of Performing Arts (6:30)From a literary agent to becoming a teacher (7:37)The decision to pursue his Doctorate in Education (10:16)The importance of a support system while making education and career-related decisions (13:50)Rolin's role at Skyline College: how they've trained the entire staff to be ready for online learning in the fall (16:59)Designing training for faculty: guiding values, content and process (20:54)Unpacking hard to teach online subjects: labs and performing arts (32:12)The role of technology and educators to advance equity (38:03)How to build successful online education programs (45:39)Creating magic in education through the power of people (50:23)The mark Rolin wants to leave in the world (52:18)

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John Katzman: Innovative Learning in the Age of COVID-19

Higher Ed Now

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2020 39:28

John Katzman's trajectory as a groundbreaking educational entrepreneur has included founding The Princeton Review, the online learning company 2U and, most recently, The Noodle Companies, where he serves as CEO. For many years he has been dedicated to making the tools of education ever more innovative, connective, accessible, and effective. He joined ACTA's president, Michael Poliakoff, for a wide-ranging conversation on Zoom.

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E116 Sandra Chow PT 1

I Wish I Knew EDU with Ramona Meharg

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2020 38:05

This week on I Wish I Knew EDU, it’s Pt1 with Sandra Chow @watnunu about her EDU journey,Teaching overseas, her time @tvo ( + free resources they have for EDU!) and her current roleas Director of Innovative Learning at Keystone Academy in Beijing, China.

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Dr. Julie Owen - We Are the Leaders We've Been Waiting For

Phronesis: Practical Wisdom for Leaders

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2020 46:02 Transcription Available

Julie Owen, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of Leadership Studies at the School of Integrative Studies, George Mason University, where she coordinates the leadership studies major and minor and is affiliate faculty with the Higher Education Program and Women and Gender Studies. Owen authored more than 30 publications, including serving as co-editor of the Handbook for Student Leadership Development, and editor of Innovative Learning for Leadership Development (New Directions for Student Leadership Series No.1).Quotes from This Episode"Instead of telling girls, they're being bossy, what if we reframe that as the nexus of leadership?""How do we help girls and women align their confidence and their capacity?""So this is messed up. We have to stop doing that. We have to stop having these comparative kinds of binary approaches to leadership because it makes for a precarious pedestal.""Stop talking about feminine ways of leading and start looking at feminist leadership where you actually own your story, and how you acknowledge power in leadership." Owen Related Resources Mentioned in this EpisodeWe Are The Leaders We've Been Waiting For by Julie Owen (30% discount if ordered by June 30, 2020. Code = SPR30)Julie Owen - Faculty PageJulie Owen on Twitter - @julie_gmuOther Resources Mentioned in this EpisodeQueen Bees and Wannabes by Rosalind Wiseman Mindset by Carol DweckCritical Perspectives on Gender and Student Leadership: New Directions for Student Leadership, by Daniel Tillapaugh & Paige Haber-Curran Gender and Leadership: A Call to Action by Heather D. Shea & Kristen A. Renn

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900 Middle Schoolers in CA Might* Have One of the Country's Most Innovative Learning Experiences This Fall

No Such Thing: K12 Education in the Digital Age

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2020 44:16

Back in Episode 67 we had our first conversation with this group. In a close community in the central valley of California, once, long ago founded by the timber industry, there lies a school district that's building one of the most important school experiences that any 12 or 13-year-old student in the country will experience this coming year. For those unfamiliar with the jargon - "Career and Technical Education" is a category of education models in the US (in parts of the country you know it as Vo-Tech or Vocational Technical education) that historically has been reserved for high schools, where, since the early 80's the federal government has been funding them through the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act.I'm excited to check in with the principle designers of MAD Tech, what excites them about the year to come, and, of course, with current events, what has them worried about what should be a celebrated kickoff this coming fall for what they've built, together as a community for education.Alyson Rocco is Principal at the Madera Technical Exploration Center - “Madera TEC.” She was a Madera High School graduate and is returning to the district after fifteen years in Clovis Unified, ten as a classroom teacher and five in administration. Theron Cosgrave (aka “Cos”) is a national consultant who works with educators on a wide range of issues including project-based learning, curriculum development, school design, leadership development, and strategic planning.Kristin McKenna is the Director of College and Career Readiness. Kristin supports the teachers in Madera Unified’s 25 career pathways, and helps build industry partnerships to align with the courses. She manages all of the CTE specific funding and is responsible for writing new grants as they become available.When you're done listening - head over to facebook.com/nosuchthingpodcast and check out some of the photos that Alyson sent me of the new school. For those you who like to geek out about the architectural spaces where learning happens you might love these. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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S02E23 - Lloyd Dean - Curiously Pursue The Truth In A Playful Way

Mindchimp Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2020 79:35

Lloyd is currently Head of Digital and Innovative Learning at EDF. He's been able to find a balance between solving today's problems with tomorrow's solution. Lloyd has his own podcast called The Future Of Learning which can be found here https://lloyddean.co.uk/podcast/ You can reach Lloyd on Twitter @LloydDeanUK or on LinkedIN here https://www.linkedin.com/in/lloyddeanuk/ Mindchimp Sponsor: Venndorly "Where finding learning has developed" www.venndorly.co.uk

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NEXTcast 3.11 : Jessica Freitag & Jennifer Winfield On Collaborative Writing In the Classroom

Humber NEXTcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2020 15:06

In this episode, Nathan speaks with Jessica Freitag and Jennifer Winfield, professors in Humber’s Faculty of Liberal Arts and Sciences and Innovative Learning, about their TIF research focusing on collaborative writing in the classroom.

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Episode 9: KYSU-Verizon Innovative Learning STEM Academy for Males of Color | WI

WOODSON INSTITUTE PODCAST | CGWA

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2019 28:53

Scholar Blaike Tevis- Student Director of the Woodson Institute talks with leaders of the Kentucky State University Verizon Innovative Learning STEM Academy for Males of Color about their work in the program and college experience at KYSU. Middle School Scholars from the Carter G. Woodson Academy and other Fayette Co., Jefferson Co., + Franklin Co. schools participate in this dynamic program geared toward STEM projects. Scholar Marcus Bean + Jamarion Gaines join in the conversation.

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WEP 147: So You Want to Help the Underdog, An Interview with Mat Pullen

The Wired Educator Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2019 55:16

In this episode, I interview Mat Pullen, an Apple Distinguished Educator from South Wales, and the creator of the popular 'So You Want To...' eBook Series. He will enchant you with his accent and blow you away with his brilliance of all things EDU. He is truly the embodiment of the everyone can create movement in education. I am excited to share my interview with Mat with you! Mat is an Apple Distinguished Educator, Class of 2013 and is also a senior lecturer in Initial Teacher Education at the University if South Wales. A physical education teacher by trade, and now works closely with future teachers and established educators. He is passionate about supporting those that education can sometimes leave behind, the ones that just need an alternative way to show what they are capable of accomplishing. Finding the true impact of technology back in 2010 with his students, Mat now looks for creativity and problem solving approaches to support his learners and to inspire other educators. Mat is the author of a successful series of eBooks that are simple yet creative and helpful guides to show you how you can use tech in the classroom. The 'So You Want To..." series now has over 30 titles. Mat is a public speaker, consultant and avid social media sharer, he has just completed his Masters in Innovative Learning with his final thesis on Sketchnoting and the impact on learners. Mentioned in this episode: Mat's free eBook series, 'So You Want To...": https://itunes.apple.com/gb/book-series/so-you-want-to/id1417317481?mt=11 Mat's favorite book: The End of Average by Todd Rose. Another of Mat's favorite reads: Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action by Simon Sinek Follow Mat on Twitter. Follow my Santa Every Until Christmas art on Instagram. Win a singed copy of Kids Deserve it! by Todd Nesloney and Adam Welcome by commenti ng on Adam's photo in my Instagram feed. One winner will be chosen. I am giving away a signed copy of Kasey Bell's Shake Up Learning; just tweet "I love listening to The Wired Educator Podcast" and tag me, @wirededucator in your tweet. One winner will be chosen. Are you doing something amazing in education? I want to know. I want to recognize listeners of the podcast in some special way on www.WiredEducator.com, and I my even choose to interview you on the show. Stay tuned. ---------------------------------------------- Kelly Croy is an author, speaker and educator. If you'd like to learn more about Kelly, or invite him to your school or conference to speak please send him an email. • Listen to Kelly's other podcast, The Future Focused Podcastand subscribe. • Subscribe to The Wired Educator Podcast with over 147 episodes of interviews and professional development. • Visit Kelly's website at www.KellyCroy.com. • Looking for a dynamic speaker for your school's opening day? • Consider Kelly Croy at www.KellyCroy.com • Order Kelly's book, Along Came a Leaderfor a school book study or your personal library. • Follow Kelly Croy on Facebook. • Follow Kelly Croy on Twitter. • Follow Kelly Croy on Instagram

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Launch of Innovative Learning Program DHRUV

UPSC Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2019 11:57

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In Your Element - with Alex Villarreal, Odisea Consultores, Mexico

In Your Element

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2019 33:16

Alex Villarreal, Facilitator, Coach, Consultant delivers experiential learning experiences for a range of clients in Mexico and the US. He is the founder of Odisea Consultores, who focus on leadership and team development. He is a Master Facilitator and holds a license for TetraMap in México since 2008. Alex serves on the Board of Directors of the Experiential Training and Development Alliance. He is an associate at The Browne Center for Innovative Learning at the University of New Hampshie. A mountain and rock climber who has successfully summited Mount Everest, crossed Greenland on skis, and climbed the highest and most remote mountains around the world, Alex also enjoys being an ultra-marathon trail runner. It is not surprising then, that the quote Alex chose to share with listeners to 'In Your Element' podcast comes from Sir Ernest Shackleton - the trans-Atlantic explorer, whose ship - The Endurance, was crushed by ice. **If you don't know Shackleton's story yet .....it truly is a must read. ** Quote: “Men Wanted: For hazardous journey. Small wages, bitter cold, long months of complete darkness, constant danger, safe return doubtful. Honour and recognition in case of success.” ― Ernest Shackleton Alex also shares a story about his friend Carlos, who came to the TetraMap Certification course with his father. Alex tells us how this powerful learning experience built a common understanding between father and son - which has helped them deeply value and appreciate each other's differences. Presented by: Louise Duncan, TetraMap International. www.tetramap.com Guest: Alex Villarreal , Odisea Consultores , Mexico http://www.aprendizajeodisea.com/ Book Reading: South: The Endurance Expedition, Ernest Shackelton Also Recommended: Shackleton’s Way: Leadership Lessons from the Great Antarctic Explorer. Margot Morrell and Stephanie Capparell, Viking Penguin Publishing, 2001. Music: Woah with permission from Vincent Augustus.

In Your Element - with Alex Villarreal, Odisea Consultores, Mexico

In Your Element

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2019 33:16

Ep. 10 - What has COIL been up to?

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2019 21:22

In this week's episode we will discuss what Lander's Center for Online and Innovative Learning has been up to since our last update. We will discuss the results that are already rolling in from our Smarter Measure initiative.

Ep. 6 - What has COIL been up to, Part 2...

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Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2019 22:55

In this week's, follow up, episode we will discuss what Lander's Center for Online and Innovative Learning has been up to the past few months. We will discuss the working document that COIL has approved to be submitted for review. This document will be a guiding force for the future of online learning at Lander University.

Ep. 4 - What has COIL been up to?

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Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2019 21:48

In this week's episode we will discuss what Lander's Center for Online and Innovative Learning has been up to the past few months. We will look at implementing Smarter Measure to gauge student's readiness for online learning and the current state of our Faculty training cohort.

EP. 1 Intro to COIL and Lander EdTech Podcast