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So We've Been Thinking...Episode 24: Lauren Bercuson of Happily Ever Elephants - A Passion for ReadingSocial Emotional Learning (SEL) is currently a popular focus for schools because evidence suggests that effective SEL improves academic learning. How can we best teach students skills like self-awareness, self- management, empathy, perspective taking and cooperation. Today’s guest is someone who combines her love of reading and knowledge of books provide support to people trying to start conversations about challenging issues. Whether it’s diversity, mindfulness, diversity or dealing with trauma… she has a list for you. ( Though, she also has lists about unicorns and outer space!) Lauren Bercuson shares her work with “Happily...2019-11-1431 minSo We've Been Thinking...Episode 23: Darnissa Amante - A Commitment to EquityIf Equity work is going to be meaningful, it requires more than just a passing commitment of time and energy, more than just inviting a speaker or distributing materials. It means that community as a whole is going to take a good hard look in the mirror. So what does an Equity process look like and what does it entail? Shawn talks about Equity in Education with Dr. Darnisa Amante of Disruptive Equity Education Project (DEEP)2019-11-0536 minSo We've Been Thinking...Episode 22: Kwaku Aning - On Virtual RealityEducator Kwaku Aning joins us in our first episode that explores the potential and role of virtual reality in education. The discussion covers the entire spectrum of the topic from big picture thinking about the role and impact of VR in the classroom and on student experience, to specific approaches towards implementation. Learn more from Kwaku and follow his work on Twitter at @kwaku1 and check out his podcast, Radio Zamunda.
To explore Virtual Reality from a research perspective, visit the Stanford Virtual Human Interaction Lab site.2019-10-3048 minSo We've Been Thinking...Episode 21: Erin Woo - On MindfulnessIn the first episode for season 2 of the podcast, Greg was able to connect with Erin Woo of the Mindfulness Center at Brown University. Erin shares her experience and insight into mindfulness that starts at the beginning with a clear understanding on what it truly means to be mindful. From taking a breath to better connect with an experience, to truly unlocking creative thinking and innovation, being mindful is an increasingly common topic of discussion, and for good reason. In a world that is full of limitless distraction, being present in each moment seems more important than ever. As mindfulness in s...2019-10-0728 minSo We've Been Thinking...Episode 20: Mary Ellen Daneels - Transforming Civic EducationAcross the country, there is a renewed focus on laws and practices to promote quality civic education, geared toward preparing our students with the skills they need to be active participants in a democracy who are able to access and insert themselves into the democratic decision making process. Shawn talks with Mary Ellen Daneels about transforming Civic Education.2019-06-2455 minSo We've Been Thinking...Episode 19: Andrew Miller - Making PBL WorkShawn Talks with Project Based Learning (PBL) Expert Andrew Miller. Some changes take more than just making a new lesson or building a new unit. These changes can require a whole new mindset or in some cases building a new classroom culture. Project based Learning is one of these changes. Andrew Miller has been sharing his PBL expertise around the world and stops by today to discuss “Making PBL Work” 2019-05-2354 minSo We've Been Thinking...Episode 18: Dr. Monica Burns - Tasks Before AppsThere is more to educational technology than having the tools and telling students to use them. Being thoughtful about the tasks we have students complete and the proper tools to help them express their learning. Monica Burns shares her expertise on how to prioritize learning and put “Tasks Before Apps.”2019-05-1537 minSo We've Been Thinking...Episode 17: David Lee - Design Thinking Culture & MinsetIn episode 17, Greg sat down with David Lee to dig into Design Thinking. The discussion shifts from the model itself to the importance of shifting culture and mindsets to truly leverage the design thinking process.
David is an EdTech Specialist at Singapore American School and the author of Design Thinking in the Classroom. Learn more about his work at his site, David Lee EdTech and follow along with David's work on Instagram & Twitter. 2019-04-2441 minSo We've Been Thinking...Episode 16: Haley Shoaf - Coding in the New World of WorkIn episode 16 Shawn speaks with Haley Shoaf, the Vice President of Impact at Launch Code.2019-02-1934 minSo We've Been Thinking...Episode 15: Live From BostonShawn and Greg record live at the EdTechTeacher Boston Summit to explore many of the ideas that emerged from season one.2019-01-2638 minSo We've Been Thinking...Episode 14: Greg & Shawn on Digital CitizenshipIn a first ever live recording of the SWBT podcast, Greg & Shawn sat down face to face to discuss digital citizenship.2018-10-2525 minSo We've Been Thinking...Episode 13: Austin Tong & One Childs Mission for Personalized LearningAt 13 years old he is a passionate advocate for personalized learning and has presented at conferences across the country. Austin Tong shares how the freedom to decide how to demonstrate his learning, has made a difference in his life.2018-10-0226 minSo We've Been Thinking...Episode 12: Eric Patenoudes & The Values Driving Change in EdtechPast guests have talked about how technology embeds values. So we went to an Edtech company with a new product to discuss just that. Eric Patenoudes shares the story of OTUS and the core values that drive their vision of education. What tools do teachers need to change how create a truly student centered and individualized experience for kids?2018-09-2041 minSo We've Been Thinking...Episode 11: Will Richardson on Modern Schools & LearningWill Richardson, the co-founder of Modern Learners and author of Why School? joins us to explore the complex question:
What should schools look like today & how can schools create environments that support learners in a modern, connected and information rich world?2018-09-1451 minSo We've Been Thinking...Episode 10: Audrey Watters & The Teaching MachineAudrey Watters, the creator of Hack Education joined us to unpack the history of education & edtech, the values hard coded into our classroom technologies and the concept of the teaching machine.2018-09-0540 minSo We've Been Thinking...Episode 9: The New World of Work - Social Media and the Modern Work Force with Taylor HyslopTaylor Hyslop, an expert in the field of Social Media discusses her work, her education and the skills necessary to succeed in an industry that barely existed when she was in school. Part of our periodic examination of the modern workplace our students will inhabit.2018-08-2935 minSo We've Been Thinking...Episode 8: Multimodal Literacy and Deep LearningShaelynn Farnsworth, an expert on literacy discusses the concept of Unimodal & Multimodal literacy and their implications in creating "deep learning" experiences for a generation of online readers.2018-08-2542 minSo We've Been Thinking...Episode 7: Dr. Beth Holland on The Science of School ImprovementOur EdTechTeach college, Dr. Beth Holland joins us on episode 7 to discuss the process, challenges and potential for school improvement. Through improvement science and the effort to start small and learn fast, we can potentially learn how to create sustainable change in schools and avoid institutional isomorphism.2018-08-1639 minSo We've Been Thinking...Episode 6: Kerry Gallagher, Literacy Citizenship and the Socialization of GamingA compelling look at the way that our views of Literacy Citizenship and Socialization had changed and evolved in the last decade.2018-08-1451 minSo We've Been Thinking...Episode 5: Laura Fleming, the Why Behind a Maker SpaceIn episode 5 we speak with Laura Fleming and unpack the why behind Maker Spaces. Laura provides her unique perspective, insight and experience to help educators new to maker spaces and those with experience get started for the upcoming school year.2018-08-1351 minSo We've Been Thinking...Episode 4: Martin Moran, Building a School for the FutureShawn interviews Martin Moran about the benefits and challenges of creating a new school. Martin shares the values and concepts that drive his work to create a school that "bends to the needs of the child," rather than forcing them to bend to the needs of the school.2018-08-0643 minSo We've Been Thinking...Episode 3: Amy Burvall on Remix in EduShawn & Greg interview the exceptionally creative Amy Burvall to explore the concept of Remix in Education. Amy takes on a creative journey with amazing stories and references along the way.2018-08-0335 minSo We've Been Thinking...BONUS Episode - Dan Kemp of Book CreatorOne of the foundational iPad and now Chromebook apps, Book Creator has been a go to destination for educators across the country to have students create content, tell stories and unlock creative potential with technology. In this bonus episode, Greg & Dan explore the future of Book Creator with a coming update for the 2018 school year...embedding content in Book Creator!2018-08-0229 minSo We've Been Thinking...Episode 2: Computer Science, Coding & Learning with Douglas KiangDouglas Kiang, Computer Science Teacher and EdTechTeacher team member joins us for episode two where we explore the value of students learning to code and explore Computer Science.2018-08-0117 minSo We've Been Thinking...Episode 1: Creativity with Michael CohenMichael Cohen, The Tech Rabbi joins the first episode of the So We've Been Thinking Podcast to discuss all things creativity. From the creative process, to the intersection of technology with creativity, join us for this in depth discussion about both the importance creativity in education.2018-07-2443 minSo We've Been Thinking...So We've Been Thinking - Podcast TeaserShawn & Greg talk through their vision and purpose for the podcast and the So We've Been Thinking Project.2018-07-2410 min