HundrED ConnectED

Trevor MacKenzie, educator and groundbreaking author, explores inquiry-based learning with hosts Annette De Graaf of the Flow Approach, Hanneke Mackie of Buzz Kidz and Alex Shapero from HundrED.

Trevor shares his journey into education, curiosity, agency, and joy in learning. The discussion covers the definition of inquiry-based learning, its application across various curricula, and the significance of embodied learning and the arts in fostering curiosity. Trevor also introduces the swimming pool metaphor to illustrate the gradual approach to inquiry, encouraging educators to start in the shallow end and build confidence.

Trevor's vision for the future of education? One where school is a positive experience for all students.

In this episode of the HundrED Connected Podcast, engage with innovators Keith Wakeman from SuperBetter and Jen Flynn from APPLE Schools engage with hosts Cherrelle Druppers (⁠Cheza Cheza⁠) and Lindsay Stewart (⁠Sweet Tree Arts⁠) to discuss their groundbreaking approaches to youth health and wellbeing.

They explore the importance of proactive solutions in education, the role of schools as community hubs, and the empowerment of students as change agents.

The conversation highlights the interconnectedness of mental health, physical wellbeing, and academic success, emphasizing the need for a holistic approach to education that supports both students and teachers.

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The HundrED Connected Podcast returns for its new season with the HundrED Foundation's Executive Director, Lasse Leponiemi!

Join hosts Annette de Graaf of the Flow Approach, Cherrelle Druppers of Cheza Cheza, Hanneke Mackie of Buzz Kidz and Alex Shapero from HundrED to explore the origins of HundrED, the Finnish Education System, the importance of agency for teachers, and how the whole HundrED Community works to push education access and excellence around the world.

Welcome to the HundrED ConnectED Podcast's Summer Break Specials, where we take deep dives with each of the members of the Connection Committee to learn more about what drives them.

This week, we join HundrED's Alex Shapero as he discusses his journey to become part of the HundrED family, his drivers in the classroom, the future of education, the intersection of community, neuroscience and learning, and how HundrED thinks about building communities for global audiences.

Of course, the episode ends with his vision for the future of education.

Welcome to the HundrED ConnectED Podcast's Summer Break Specials, where we take deep dives with each of the members of the Connection Committee to learn more about what drives them.

This week, we welcome Annette de Graaf, an educator and founder of Flow School. The conversation explores Annette's journey in education, her passion for recognizing the 'fire' within children, and the importance of creating a flow state in learning environments. The discussion dives into personal experiences of finding flow, the challenges faced in the education system, and Annette's vision for a future where education is tailored to individual needs, fostering emotional well-being and community support.

Welcome to the HundrED ConnectED Podcast's Summer Break Specials, where we take deep dives with each of the members of the Connection Committee to learn more about what drives them.

Join Cherrelle Druppers and Franco Odhiambo, co-founders of ChezaCheza, a transformative initiative in Kenya that uses dance to educate, heal, and empower children in marginalized communities. The conversation explores the origins of Chesa Chesa, the therapeutic benefits of dance, and the importance of emotional intelligence in education. Franco shares his personal journey from the slums of Kibera to becoming a youth leader, emphasizing the role of dance in overcoming adversity.

And of course, we end with a reflection on their dreams for the future of education.

Welcome to the HundrED ConnectED Podcast's Summer Break Specials, where we take deep dives with each of the members of the Connection Committee to learn more about what drives them.

This week, we invite Lindsay Stewart and her frequent collaborator Marlee Luehman, two founding members of Sweet Tree Arts school in Hope, Maine. They discuss their journey in alternative education, the essence of their school, and the importance of creativity and mental health in learning. They explore the day-to-day life at Sweet Tree, the role of research in education, and the challenges of scaling impact while maintaining a focus on individual student needs.

The conversation of course ends with their dreams for the future of education, emphasising the need for kindness, connection, and a deeper understanding of human development.

Welcome to the HundrED ConnectED Podcast's Summer Break Specials, where we take deep dives with each of the members of the Connection Committee to learn more about what drives them.

This week, we are delighted to dive in to Hanneke Mackie's experience as founder of Buzz Kidz as she discusses the transformative power of arts education in child development. She shares her journey into education, emphasizing the importance of creativity and play in learning. The discussion highlights the impact of arts on both children and teachers, the challenges of integrating arts into traditional education systems, and the need for a shift towards more innovative and engaging teaching methods.

And of course, a reflection on her vision for the future of education

In this conversation, Gareth Thomson from Resolute Education shares his journey from being a neurodivergent student to co-founding an organization that focuses on making robotics and coding accessible in South Africa. The discussion emphasizes the importance of practical learning, critical thinking, and the need for digital literacy in education. The panel explores the challenges faced in African education systems, the significance of empowering teachers, and the essential skills needed for the future, including creativity and computational thinking.

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Komodo Wellbeing's Chris Bacon is this week's guest on the HundrED ConnecTED Podcast, bringing a bracing discussion of the role of technology in mediating student mental health and wellbeing. With a background in sports psychology and a refreshingly diverse take on how schools should address pastoral care, Chris joins the hosts in an exploration of what mental health looks like across cultures and gender divides.

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