PedPod by EX-PED-LAB

Welcome to the 1st episode of PedPod by EX-PED-LAB. In this episode, I have had an interesting conversation with Prof. Dr Arjen Wals, who is a distinguished academic holding the position of Professor of Transformative Learning for Socio-Ecological Sustainability at Wageningen University, concurrently serving as the UNESCO Chair of Social Learning and Sustainable Development. Additionally, he holds a Guest Professorship at Norwegian University for the Life Sciences (NMBU) and Western Norway University of Applied Sciences. Recognized with an Honorary Doctorate from Gothenburg University, Sweden, his scholarly pursuits concentrate on cultivating and evaluating learning ecosystems conducive to sustainable lifestyles, emphasizing relational, ethical, and critical epistemologies. His research predominantly explores the implementation of comprehensive sustainability frameworks within educational institutions, particularly focusing on Whole School and Whole University Approaches, along with endeavors in education decolonization. Arjen Wals also maintains a regular blog, disseminating insights into the burgeoning domain of sustainability education at www.transformativelearning.nl.

Welcome to PedPod by EX-PED-LAB, an exploration of pedagogical innovations in early childhood education and care.  I am Eya Oropilla, a lifelong learner and a researcher in the Exploration and Pedagogical Innovation Laboratory project in the KINDknow Centre, and in this podcast, I invite you to join me as we embark on an exploration led by trailblazers in the field – leading researchers from different parts of the world who are redefining how we nurture the next generations. Through insightful discussions and interviews, we'll uncover what "pedagogical innovations" mean in the field-- latest trends, insights, and discoveries on transformative methods and practices that are shaping the present and future of early childhood education and care.

Whether you're a seasoned educator, a curious parent, or simply passionate about the development of young minds, PedPod by EX-PED-LAB hopes to be your compass in navigating the evolving landscape of pedagogy. Tune in, and let's journey together into the exciting world of pedagogical innovations!