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A weekly recap of inspiration and innovation in your schools. Hosted by a panel of education experts, Big Ideas features fun and freewheeling discussion, interviews with influencers, and news items to... more
FAQs about Big Ideas in Education:How many episodes does Big Ideas in Education have?The podcast currently has 236 episodes available.
May 13, 2019Ep 26: Getting effective student feedback; female representation in schoolsDon't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.This week, Sarah hosts the show. Ryan talks about various ways that students can and are giving educators feedback through biased and unbiased surveys. Mike talks about a recent article showing that eighth grade girls are outscoring boys on STEM exams. The crew talks about the implications of this article and what it means to fostering equal representation in STEM professions going forward. Hosts: Michael Hernandez (@edtechmichael); Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye) Producer: Michael Hernandez (@edtechmichael)Post-Production: Ross Ulysse...more17minPlay
May 07, 2019Ep 25: National teacher of the year; where are the ed tech innovations?Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.This week, Mike hosts the show. Ryan and the rest of the crew applaud the 2019 national teacher of the year Rodney Robinson. They acknowledge him for his accomplishments in education, his educational approach, and the impact he made on his students at the Richmond Juvenile Detention Center. Sarah talks about the education technology industry and brings up stories discussing the lack of innovations that are actually useful in the classroom. Hosts: Michael Hernandez (@edtechmichael); Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye) Producer: Michael Hernandez (@edtechmichael)Post-Production: Ross Ulysse...more34minPlay
April 29, 2019Ep 24: Focusing on student strengths over weaknesses; student-run help desks in schoolsDon't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.This week, Ryan hosts the show. Sarah talks about education approaches that focus more in increasing student strengths over limiting their weaknesses. Mike introduces the idea of a student-run help desks. Not only can this idea alleviate stress from an I.T. standpoint, but these tech support systems can be an opportunity for students gain developmental training. Hosts: Michael Hernandez (@edtechmichael); Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye) Producer: Michael Hernandez (@edtechmichael)Post-Production: Ross Ulysse...more23minPlay
April 22, 2019Ep 23: Decreasing stress levels in reducing homework; Critical thinking in standardize testingDon't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.This week, Sarah is back on air and hosts the show. Ryan talks about differing views on the movement to reduce homework for students. Mike speaks about standardized testing, and how students are being limited with their educational thoughts. The cast members present their perspectives on standardized testing. Also, the gang discusses successful alternatives in providing the best educational outcomes for all students. Hosts: Michael Hernandez (@edtechmichael); Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye) Producer: Michael Hernandez (@edtechmichael)Post-Production: Ross Ulysse...more26minPlay
April 15, 2019Ep 22: Fostering effective group collaboration in schools; increasing the number of women in cybersecurityDon't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.This week, Mike and Ryan divulge into the topic of group work and collaboration of students in an educational setting. Ryan briefly summarizes an Edutopia article written by author Michael Ralph. He discusses with Mike about the reliance of group work in a classroom environment. Mike introduces a topic relevant to the technological industry of cybersecurity. He discusses the under-representation of women in the field of cybersecurity and the demand of commitment it takes to achieve success in this industry. Tune in! Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Michael Hernandez (@edtechmichael)Producer: Ross Ulysse...more22minPlay
April 01, 2019Ep 21: Executive Functioning in School: OK GO's challenge for Teachers and StudentsDon't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.This week, Ryan hosts the show, while Sarah and Michael have some big ideas for you. Sarah talks about Executive Functioning in School. Mike talks about a challenge by OK GO to send you science project into space! Tune in for details....more21minPlay
March 25, 2019EP 20: Learning Literacy by Teaching; An Unlikely Chat App for TeensDon't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.This week, Sarah hosts the show, while Ryan and Michael try to surprise Sarah with some ideas that hit home to her. Ryan talks about the idea that the best way to learn is teach. Mike talks about a new chat app than teens are using to flirt in class, and what teachers can do about it....more25minPlay
March 18, 2019Episode 19: High School Students attending PD classes; College Admissions Bribing ScandalDon't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.This week, Mike talks to Sarah and Ryan about their big ideas for the week. Sarah talks about how students' perspectives changed after attending a district's professional development day for teachers. Ryan's topic tackles the recent topic of the class action lawsuit against elite colleges based upon the recent standardized test and college admissions scandal....more22minPlay
March 04, 2019Ep 18: Preparing students for their future, or our past?; Better approaches to participation, without the hand-raising.Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.This week, Sarah asks Ryan and Michael about their big ideas for the week. Michael talks about the view of preparing today's students for the technology-based world of tomorrow. Ryan's topic tackles the age-old behavior of hand-raising, and whether it's worth to explore new ways to improve student participation.Hosts: Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye); Michael Hernandez (@edtechmichael); Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair)...more23minPlay
February 25, 2019Ep 17: Retaining our Best Teachers with Helpful Services; Revering Black History MonthDon't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.This week Ryan and Sarah brought their education topics for you, and Mike will be the host.Ryan talks about bringing needed services to schools, in order to retain the best teachers for long-term employment. Sarah's big idea this week tackles Black History Month from her perspective. Sarah also details the importance of these monthly events for areas with little or no exposure to different cultures.Hosts: Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye); Michael Hernandez (@edtechmichael); Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair)...more23minPlay
FAQs about Big Ideas in Education:How many episodes does Big Ideas in Education have?The podcast currently has 236 episodes available.