<a href='https://twitter.com/Rangathetrainer'>Daren </a>is a highly accomplished and respected leader in education, with 23 years of experience as a teacher and ten years as a Senior Leader. He has led on various elements, including KS3, KS5, Curriculum, Data, and Assessment, and is currently the Academic Technologies Lead for Academies Enterprise Trust, one of the UK's largest Multi-Academy Trusts.--- Support this podcast: <a href='https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/support' rel='payment'>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/support</a><a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/myedtechlife">Support the show</a>

Daren is a highly accomplished and respected leader in education, with 23 years of experience as a teacher and ten years as a Senior Leader. He has led on various elements, including KS3, KS5, Curriculum, Data, and Assessment, and is currently the Academic Technologies Lead for Academies Enterprise Trust, one of the UK's largest Multi-Academy Trusts.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show

<a href="https://twitter.com/Rangathetrainer" rel="noopener noreferrer">Daren </a>is a highly accomplished and respected leader in education, with 23 years of experience as a teacher and ten years as a Senior Leader. He has led on various elements, including KS3, KS5, Curriculum, Data, and Assessment, and is currently the Academic Technologies Lead for Academies Enterprise Trust, one of the UK's largest Multi-Academy Trusts.--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/support" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/support</a><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/myedtechlife" rel="noopener noreferrer">Support the show</a>

Episode 161: What’s Their Why? Exploring Motivation & Engagement in Learning

My EdTech Life is where education meets innovation with clarity, caution, and purpose. Hosted by Alfonso "Fonz" Mendoza Jr., this podcast features real conversations with educators, founders, researchers, and thought leaders who are shaping the future of learning. From classroom-tested tools to emerging AI trends, we cut through the noise to spotlight what truly works in K–12 and higher education. As a leading voice in responsible AI adoption, Fonz challenges the hype and elevates voices that often go unheard, bringing practical, ethical, and future-forward insights to every episode. Whether you're a teacher, instructional coach, policymaker, or edtech creator, this is your space to connect, question, and grow.&nbsp;

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My EdTech Life is where education meets innovation with clarity, caution, and purpose. Hosted by Alfonso "Fonz" Mendoza Jr., this podcast features real conversations with educators, founders, researchers, and thought leaders who are shaping the future of learning. From classroom-tested tools to emerging AI trends, we cut through the noise to spotlight what truly works in K–12 and higher education. As a leading voice in responsible AI adoption, Fonz challenges the hype and elevates voices that often go unheard, bringing practical, ethical, and future-forward insights to every episode. Whether you're a teacher, instructional coach, policymaker, or edtech creator, this is your space to connect, question, and grow.  

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