The Harvard EdCast

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The Harvard EdCast episodes

January 22, 2015 Into the (Piney) Woods
Will Crossley, president of the Piney Woods School, reflects on education leadership, being the first alumnus to lead the school in its 105-year history, and whether he enjoys eating chicken nuggets with students.
14 min
January 20, 2015 Andres Alonso Discusses the Leadership Institute for Superintendents and District Leaders
Andres Alonso discusses the upcoming institute 'Leadership Institute for Superintendents and District Leaders.'
3 min
January 16, 2015 How To Be Super
Andres Alonso, former CEO of Baltimore Public Schools and current HGSE professor, provides an insightful perspective on the complex role of the school superintendent.
21 min
January 13, 2015 The Power of Convening
Jacqueline Jones, president of the Foundation for Child Development, reflects on the dialogue and unique collaborations between researchers and practioners in the field of early childhood education.
7 min
January 05, 2015 Tips For Turnaround
Jeff Riley, superintendent/receiver of Lawrence Public Schools, shares his playbook for leading a successful school district turnaround.
11 min
December 17, 2014 Pursuing Brilliance Across the Pond
Simon Coyle, founder of The Brilliant Club, shares his international plan to widen access to top universities for outstanding pupils from non-selective state schools.
14 min
December 15, 2014 Streamlining Early Learning
Bobbie Burnham, early childhood educator, shares successes and strategies from her time working in the Minnesota Dept. of Education.
11 min
December 02, 2014 Becoming a Soul Rebel
Shawn Ginwright, author and activist, responds to the crisis of hopelessness among youth of color in urban America.
9 min
November 12, 2014 F = Ma(ster Class)
Eric Mazur, professor of physics at Harvard, discusses his upcoming Master Class titled 'Confessions of a Converted Lecturer.'
5 min
November 06, 2014 How Stereotypes Affect Us
Claude Steele, author of the book 'Whistling Vivaldi,' explains his research on stereotype threat and provides solutions for mitigating its negative effects.
14 min

About The Harvard EdCast

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In the complex world of education, the Harvard EdCast keeps the focus simple: what makes a difference for learners, educators, parents, and our communities. The EdCast is a weekly podcast about the ideas that shape education, from early learning through college and career. We talk to teachers, researchers, policymakers, and leaders of schools and systems in the US and around the world — looking for positive approaches to the challenges and inequities in education. Through authentic conversation, we work to lower the barriers of education’s complexities so that everyone can understand.