The Harvard EdCast

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The Harvard EdCast episodes

October 16, 2013 Understanding a Bully
Elizabeth Englander, author of the book "Bullying and Cyberbullying" discusses what every educator needs to know about this subject.
13 min
September 25, 2013 How Learning Can Click
Sari Factor, CEO of Edgenuity, discusses the future of blended learning as it relates to improving schools and districts across the country.
14 min
September 18, 2013 Lessons from "The Watsons Go To Birmingham"
Randy Testa, vice president for education at Walden Media discusses the educational and historical power of Walden Media's new film, "The Watsons Go to Birmingham."
12 min
September 11, 2013 Immigration Policy's Impact on Education
Roberto Gonzales, assistant professor at HGSE discusses his research on the impact of immigration policy as it relates to educational success in our country.
13 min
September 03, 2013 Preventing 'Summer Melt'
Lindsay Page and Ben Castleman, education researchers, discuss the effects of "summer melt" and share resources on what they're doing to help prevent it.
14 min
August 23, 2013 A Conversation with Dean James Ryan
James Ryan, dean of the Harvard Graduate School of Education reflects on his vision for HGSE, the role of education schools, and whether he roots for the Red Sox or Yankees.
14 min
August 14, 2013 Education As a Matter of Survival
Jeffrey Sachs, economist and director of The Earth Institute at Columbia University, shares his thoughts on the importance of strengthening education in an increasingly crowded, globalized world.
11 min
July 29, 2013 The Maine Man on Campus
Richard Hopper, president of Kennebec Valley Community College, reflects on his time at the "Harvard Seminar for New Presidents" and names his 'bucket list' commencement speaker.
16 min
June 14, 2013 The Legacy of Mr. James Meredith
James Meredith, civil rights activist and author, reflects on his life's work, legacy, and solutions for improving Mississippi schools.
19 min
June 14, 2013 The Legacy of Mr. James Meredith
James Meredith, civil rights activist and author, reflects on his life's work, legacy, and solutions for improving Mississippi schools.
19 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.