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In this episode, Ziz and Pam talk about giving grace to students, parents, and teachers in the learning process. For the last several decades, we have perpetuated a culture of sameness and moved our children through an antiquated system that no longer works for all. But now we know better! As we examine some updated approaches to education, we are inspired by those models of learning that value individuality and promote collaboration and exploration. Let's give each other grace because we are all in this together!

RESOURCES:

New York Times, Parenting During the Coronavirus: 'I Have Given Up' 

Daniel Pink

The 7-20-10 Rule for Leadership Development

Dr. Ai, Classroom Without Walls

Pam Roy's Changing the Culture of Sameness: A Track for Everyone

A New Way Forward Education Summit #anewwayforward

Maya Green https://youtu.be/X5ZSwqxTD5E?t=212

EDUCATION REIMAGINED

https://youtu.be/NSVKVTEuqgU

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In this episode, Ziz and Pam share their thoughts on racism, education, and opportunity in the 21st century. Ziz talks about how he learned the importance of positivity and a supportive environment in his early life. They discuss the state of education in relation to society's inequities, how existing frameworks  impede progress and do not allow for opportunity. In the education system, for example, factors such as under-resourced schools and the cost burden of test prep and extracurricular activities, make the playing field unequal. The good news is that new opportunities are emerging that do not rely on this antiquated framework. We see more organizations empowering opportunity and valuing the student's individuality. 

RESOURCES:

Privilege/Class/Social Inequalities Explained in a $100 Race

Jane Elliot

Big Picture Learning

Design 39

Duncan Wardle: Diversity Is Innovation

Viktor Frankl - Monoanthropism

The Great Realization by Probably Tomfoolery

QUOTES:

Ziz: "It's very interesting how this pandemic put a spotlight on the inequities of the system...the things that weren't working very well already."

Pam: "How do we create environments that allow them to discover, allow them to explore, versus 'we have to shape them, mold them, frame them in our image of what we say they going to be in order to be successful.'"

Pam: "We not only missed an entire era shift into new opportunities, we also created a huge epidemic of mental illness...because kids were so focused on their performance, so focused on how they were judged, that they couldn't see anything else except that they didn't measure up. And they thought life was worthless."

Ziz: "You can not be successful by yourself. You need a coach, a mentor, you need others around you, your teammates to understand the role and help you, to practice, and do all those things."

Ziz: "We need to be together to solve this because it affects all of us...We're all created differently so that we can learn from one another."

Pam: "The health and wellbeing of any one child reflects the health and wellbeing of our entire society. That is why it's our responsibility to create environments that allow every child to flourish."

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In this episode, Ziz & Pam talk about the gap year trend that is gaining popularity, especially now. They discuss why it is a good option for some students and suggest some productive ways to spend the time. When considering a gap year, start with the individual and their interests, motivations, and relationships. It may be the perfect opportunity for kids to broaden their horizons and discover the best course for their individual journeys. By having focused so narrowly on the blue-collar, white-collar track, many people have completely missed the new-collar world that's exploding.

RESOURCES:

Class of 2020, college can wait. It's time to take a gap year.

Abby Falik CEO global citizen year

Big Picture Learning https://youtu.be/MIxHRpshCvg

Summit Learning

Dr. Ai's Classroom Without Walls Future Ready Program

The Passion Planner

Viktor Frankl

Duncan Wardle says, Diversity Is Innovation

"We don't allow the diversity of thought of emotion, of ethnicities or of perspective. We narrow so everybody has to be trained to think the same way and we're seeing the ramifications of that in our society."

High Desert Center - Gap year program

AmeriCorps

Online Learning:

EdX Learning

Western Governors University

Coursera

Udacity

In this episode, Ziz and Pam discuss the role of parents in preparing kids for life in the 21st century. Our students are caught between two worlds; one is the antiquated, one-track-for-all school system and the other is the rapidly changing workplace, advancing with technology at hyperspeed. We've entered the fourth industrial revolution and unfortunately, schools are late to the game. Institutions are slow to change but parents can pivot and become co-learners with their students. 

First, we need to recognize that we don't know what the jobs of tomorrow look like. Instead of preparing our children for today's job market, we can help them gain the skills to adapt, discover their interests, and expose them to a broad range of ideas. The future of education is self-directed learning. Parents can support their children best by encouraging their discovery, mentoring them on their journey, and modeling a fulfilling life.

RESOURCES

R.E.A.D. Framework

A Generation Caught Between Two Worlds

Viktor Frankl

Ziz: "It does start with interest. And I think sometimes this is where a good mentor or a great teacher it comes in."

Fast Company article on Karlie Kloss

Kode with Klossy: Coding camps for girls

Laurent Duvernay-Tardif

Gary Vaynerchuk

Lenore Skenazy, Free-Range Kids

Susan David, The Gift of Emotional Courage

"We need to not only be the learner, but we also need to be the change-makers. We need to be role models. We need to be mentors. And in so many ways, it's a relief because we don't have to know everything to teach them because we can't. We can honor who they are and learn with them." 

-- Pam Roy

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As technology advances, we need to adapt, learn the new way, or risk being left behind. As our homes and workplaces continue to transform, updated skill sets are required for work in the new economy. In this episode, Ziz and Pam talk about redefining the role schools play in preparing our students for the future. Their discussion offers educators 7 ways to inspire engaged learning to help students succeed in the transforming job market.

True Learning Requires:

1. Interest

2. Relationship

3. Safety

What can teachers do in the classroom to inspire engaged learning?

1. Validate each student's individuality. They are valuable as they are.

2. Create collaborative experiences.

3. Challenge the curriculum.

4. Consider mistakes as a valued part of the learning process

5. Allow students to approach assignments according to their interests

6. Limit the role of school in the lives of students

7. Build an educational ecosystem involving the entire community

RESOURCES:

A Generation of Students Caught Between Two Worlds

Thomas Friedman's Thank You for Being Late

"Well-meaning is the opposite of meaning." Alex Vesely

Vicki Abeles' The Gatekeeper: Math in America

Modern Parenting: The Downside of a One-sided Balance Sheet

Duncan Wardle

Michael Epstein's Range

IDEO Labs

Kelly Notaras' The Book You Were Born to Write

What Now? We Need to Build an Educational Ecosystem

Viktor Frankl – https://viktorfranklamerica.com/

Dr. Shefali’s The Conscious Parent

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In this episode, Ziz and Pam talk about how parents can create the conditions for children to rise, simply by letting them be who they are. We can learn a lot from our children if we give them the freedom to explore and discover for themselves what makes them unique. When parents stop trying to 'fix' children and instead, empower them on their journey, children will flourish.

Also discussed:

Dr. Shefali's The Conscious Parent

Pam's Changing the Culture of Sameness blog

David Brooks' piece in The Atlantic, The Nuclear Family Was a Mistake 

Daniel Pink's Drive 

Duncan Wardle

Viktor Frankl - https://viktorfranklamerica.com/

Frankl predicted that dealing with human beings as if they are a mere thing would take its toll. He wholeheartedly agreed with sociologist, William Irwin Thompson when he said “Humans are not objects that exist as tables and chairs. They live–and if they find that their lives are reduced to the mere existence of chairs or tables, then they commit suicide.” The Real Cost of a Meaningless Education

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In this episode, Ziz and Pam relate their experiences in business, parenting, and working with youth to highlight the positive impact two people can have on their communities when they are united by their mutual interests and entrepreneurial spirits. It is not 'in spite of' but 'because of' our differences and individuality that we are able to create positive change and meaning-centered lives. Ziz and Pam talk about the importance of finding common ground. Instead of blaming, "othering" and competing, if kids--and all people--discover their shared interests and develop collaborative skillsets, our whole society will benefit.

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In this episode, Ziz and Pam talk about the importance of upskilling for success in today's job market. As technology advances, more workers are required to learn new skills which is why a growth mindset is critical for students today. Lifelong learning is the key, not only for keeping a job but also for discovering meaning and fulfillment. Join Ziz and Pam in their discussion about what it means to be educated--and employed--in the 21st century.

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In this episode, Ziz and Pam have another powerful conversation about what it means to be educated in the 21st century. As they've shared before, students need to 'R.E.A.D.' and the 'D' is for 'discover their meaning.' Pam shares some inspired wisdom from Viktor Frankl on the importance of allowing our children to be who they are and to find their unique motivation for living. This message applies not just to parents with children but to all of us.  Our humanness requires us to do what matters to us and to discover meaning. 

We are beginning to see the much-needed collaboration between parents, educators, and businesses that are creating new ways to empower students to be in the world. 

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In this BONUS episode, Ziz and Pam talk about how their mutual interests in education and the health and wellbeing of young people brought them together. Over the years, they've both raised kids, worked extensively with youth in their communities, and developed a passion for making a difference.  

Tune in to hear more about their journey, their discoveries, and what led them to start this podcast.

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