Our guest this episode, Dr. Stephanie Smith, shares her passion for empowering our young people, and how she has embraced every change as a learning opportunity. Stephanie's diverse and rich experiences have not only shaped her passion and practice, but now inspire other educators to provide opportunities for learners to have their voices heard. Stephanie truly embodies the spirit and values of a life long learner.
Stephanie's Inspirational, Influential and Impactful recommendations:
People - Connect with Young People; Pivot Learning
Book - Creativity Inc. by Ed Catmull and Amy Wallace; The School in the Cloud by Sugata Mitra
Podcast - Game Changers with Phil Cummins and Adriano Di Prato
Cause - The Foundation for Young Australians
Dream Travel Destination - Egypt
Connect with Stephanie:
Twitter - @SmilesStephi @MoAD_Canberra
Instagram - @Stephi_Smith_Inquirer_ @oldparliamenthouse
Website - Museum of Australian Democracy
Facebook - Inspiring Picture Book Ideas and Australian Civics Educators Network
Stephanie is an experienced primary school teacher who has tight in multiple states and territories, and has transferred her knowledge, skills and expertise into an education role at the Museum of Australian Democracy. She has a PhD in play-based learning in primary classrooms, the significance of developing 21st Century skills and teacher PD around science and mathematics.