Education Issues (Audio)

Developing a growth mindset can set kids on the path to being resilient and productive. Educators Shelli Kurth and Nicole Assisi share how to support and encourage a growth mindset in young learners. Series: "Staying Sane: Tips for Parenting in Unprecedented Times" [Education] [Show ID: 36779]

Educators Shelli Kurth and Nicole Assisi highlight their favorite strategies for open and productive communication with your child's teachers. Series: "Staying Sane: Tips for Parenting in Unprecedented Times" [Education] [Show ID: 36778]

Being engaged in the world beyond the classroom is a key component of helping K-12 students prepare for their future. Charter schools are uniquely positioned to incorporate community organizations and experiential learning into their curriculum. Leaders in the San Diego charter school community discuss their programs and the impacts on student success. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36823]

Business needs to be understood in the context of the broader social and environmental realities of today. Jeffrey Thies shares how engaging students in conversation with ethical and sustainable businesses helps create not only a deeper understanding of economics but a real world connection to critical business ethics concepts. Series: "Education Channel" [Business] [Education] [Show ID: 36363]

A panel of experts discuss the practical scientific challenges of publishing during COVID-19, the current landscape of medical writing, as well as new and emerging career opportunities in the field. [Education] [Show ID: 36618]

Children's museums can be a challenging environment for parents who feel the urge to explain the science behind all the novel activities that dazzle youngsters. New research suggests that timing is key to supporting children's learning in these environments. Series: "UCTV Prime" [Humanities] [Education] [Show ID: 36765]

The College Board has eliminated subject matter and essays tests. How will this impact college testing moving forward? Are we moving to a test free future? Is this a cynical, business move? How are AP courses changing how students apply to college? Steven Mercer and Adam Ingersoll examine the new landscape of college admissions testing. Series: "College Applications" [Education] [Show ID: 36773]

Distance learning during the COVID-19 pandemic has sparked frustration but also creativity. Educators Shelli Kurth and Nicole Assisi share the unique ways learning has changed in their households and how they will incorporate these innovations moving forward. Series: "Staying Sane: Tips for Parenting in Unprecedented Times" [Education] [Show ID: 36754]

Educators Helen V. Griffith, EdD, Cheryl James-Ward, EdD, and Nicole Jones share perspectives on how to overcome challenges so that African American students receive a high-quality, equitable education in California schools. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36632]

How can parents make healthy eating part of their already busy schedules? Shelli Kurth and Nicole Assisi share simple tricks they have learned as working moms to foster healthy eating habits at home. Series: "Staying Sane: Tips for Parenting in Unprecedented Times" [Health and Medicine] [Education] [Show ID: 36620]