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Another Bright Spark PodcastS01 Episode Sixteen - Peter DalmarisWe're chatting to Dr Peter Dalmaris. Electrical engineer, maker, educator, author, board member of multiple universities, founder of Tech Explorations and a one man resource for KiCad... this is an episode you won't want to miss đĄ
2025-07-1439 min
Tech Explorations PodcastAhmad Burse and The Importance of Communication and Leadership Skills in STEMWelcome to another episode of the Tech Explorations podcast! Today, we are honored to have Ahmed Burse, a distinguished veteran with over 30 years of leadership experience in the military and federal government sectors. Ahmed has dedicated his career to fostering communication skills and leadership development within the STEM community. His unique perspective emphasizes the importance of soft skills in complementing technical proficiency, a topic that is often overlooked in STEM circles.Ahmed begins by sharing his journey, starting from his time in the military where he first recognized the critical role of effective communication and leadership. He explains...
2024-09-1754 minTech Explorations PodcastJacob Strickling: Inspiring the Next Generation of Scientists through Practical Learning ExperiencesIn this episode of the Tech Explorations podcast, host Peter Dalmaris sits down with Jacob Strickling, a mechanical engineer turned science educator with a passion for making science accessible and engaging for students of all ages. Jacob's journey from a curious child experimenting with candles and matches at the kitchen table to a seasoned science teacher and founder of Make Science Fun is both inspiring and enlightening.Jacob spent 24 years teaching science in traditional classrooms, where he observed a significant gap in hands-on practical experiences for students. Determined to bridge this gap, he founded Make Science Fun, a...
2024-09-1742 minTech Explorations PodcastPhilip Mallon: STEM Clubs and AI-powered projectsIn this episode of Tech Exploration Podcast, we reconnect with Philip Mallon, a retired yet incredibly active industry representative for the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) in Australia.Philip shares his journey over the past year, highlighting his involvement in the CSIRO's industry STEM program for schools and his collaboration with local councils such as Blacktown and Parramatta. Philip begins by explaining the role and significance of the CSIRO, Australia's premier research organization known for groundbreaking innovations like Wi-Fi and the first use of computers in music.He delves into his work with project-based...
2024-09-1651 minTech Explorations PodcastDavid Beamonte discusses Arduino, Cloud Computing and IoTIn this episode of the Tech Explorations podcast, Peter Dalmaris sits down with David, a telecommunications engineer and product manager at Arduino, to delve into the fascinating world of cloud computing, IoT, artificial intelligence, and automation. Broadcasting from Spain, David shares his extensive background in electronics and embedded systems, which spans over two decades, including his tenure at a Spanish electronics manufacturer and his role at Canonical, the company behind Ubuntu.David's journey to becoming a product manager at Arduino is a testament to his passion for hardware and software. At Arduino, he is responsible for the Arduino...
2024-09-1655 minTech Explorations PodcastKieran Nolan discusses Blockchain in education technology and financial literacyIn this episode, we reconnect with Kieran Nolan, a visionary educator and technologist, to discuss the latest developments in his groundbreaking project, the School of Bitcoin.Kieran, who has been instrumental in several innovative initiatives, shares the journey and evolution of this ambitious project since our last conversation a year ago.Kieran begins by recounting his experiences at Warrana Park Public School, where he pioneered a unique learning space built from shipping containers. This space was designed to be student-centric, utilizing blockchain technology to empower students to vote on the allocation of donations.Unfortunately, the project...
2024-09-1156 min
Tech Explorations PodcastDaniel Cao: Portable lab tools and boardsWelcome to another episode of Tech Explosions!In this episode, we are thrilled to have Daniel Kao, one of the founders of EIM Technology, as our guest. EIM Technology is a pioneering company dedicated to creating portable electronics laboratory devices for makers and educators. Daniel's journey is as fascinating as the innovations his company brings to the table. Born and raised in China, Daniel moved to Canada at the age of 19 to pursue a degree in systems engineering at Simon Fraser University. His passion for hardware and electronics led him to further his studies with a master's degree...
2024-09-1148 minTech Explorations PodcastPhilip Mallon, volunteer STEM educator and mentorIn this episode of the Tech Explorations podcast, we welcome back Philip, an innovative technologist and educator, for his second interview. Over the past two years, Philip has been deeply engaged in many projects, many of which were influenced by the ongoing global pandemic.Despite the challenges posed by COVID-19, Philip managed to complete around 100 projects, some directly related to pandemic needs, such as thermal cameras and social distancing technologies. He also explored the potential of 3D printing for creating masks, although the reopening of supply lines rendered some of these innovations unnecessary.Philip reflects on the resilience...
2024-09-1158 min
Tech Explorations PodcastJon Evans discusses KiCad 6.0In this episode, Jon Evans, a lead developer of KiCad, discusses the upcoming release of KiCad 6. He covers key features such as the new Python API, plugin development, and improvements to the PCB design tools.Evans explains the challenges faced by the development team and the roadmap for future versions. Listeners also gain insights into advanced routing techniques, import tools, and how KiCadâs open-source nature enables rapid community-driven innovations in electronics design.A must-listen for anyone interested in PCB software and open-source development.
2024-09-1046 min
Tech Explorations PodcastRobert Feranec, computer board designer and educatorIâm Peter Dalmaris, and in this episode, my guest is Robert Feranec.Robert is the founder of FEDEVEL Academy. He is well-known through his YouTube channel and online schematic design and PCB layout courses, where he teaches hardware design.Robert specializes in advanced digital development, focusing on high-speed, processor, and motherboard board design. He regularly posts on his Welldone Blog, teaches at Udemy, and runs the hardware DesignHelp Forum.Robert creates content about electronics, Altium Designer, Cadence OrCAD / Allegro, and Hardware Design tips and tricks.This interview covers various topics and explores Robertâs jo...
2024-09-101h 12
Tech Explorations PodcastJohn Lee Dumas talks about self-education successIn this episode, Peter Dalmaris talks with John Lee Dumas.The full video for this interview is available;Â please check it out.John Lee Dumas (or âJLDâ as people call him) is the host of Entrepreneurs on Fire, an award-winning podcast in which he interviews the worldâs most successful Entrepreneurs. Past guests include Tony Robbins, Barbara Corcoran, Gary Vaynerchuk, and thousands more.With over 2000 episodes, 70 million downloads, and 1 million monthly listens, JLD has built a media empire with a massive fan base aptly called âFire Nation.âIn my discussion with JLD, I asked him about his self-ed...
2024-09-1017 min
Tech Explorations PodcastJon Evans discussing Electrical Engineering, KiCad and the Maker MovementJon is an electrical engineer and open-source software developer based in Boston, MA. He has eight years of experience designing electronics and firmware for industrial and consumer products, most recently in the 3D printing industry.Since around 2011, Jon has been designing electronics and firmware for industrial and consumer products, and most recently in the 3D printing industry.He has been a contributor to the KiCad EDA project since 2016 and a member of the lead developer team since 2018.He has also created a number of smaller open-source projects related to LED art installations.In this...
2024-09-1053 min
Tech Explorations PodcastZafar Iqbal tells unusual maker storiesZaf studied Engineering and Computer Science at Oriel College in Oxford and Communication Design at Central Saint Martins in London. He has worked as a programmer for more than 20 years in the United Kingdom and Greece, both for large private companies such as ZDNet/CNET and for top academic institutions such as the National Technical University of Athens.He currently creates software tools for scientists who work on projects for the European Space Agency.His areas of expertise include cyber-physical hardware and software systems emphasizing robust, modular, secure, and scalable software components, âphygitalâ experiences, image and video processing, inte...
2024-09-101h 05
Tech Explorations PodcastRichard Park on the experiences of a Teacher-MakerRichard has been teaching full-time for twenty years. He teaches college-level Network Engineering and is creating an âIoT Explorationsâ course for the coming school year.Richard also taught Secondary Technology Education concurrently for eleven years. In these venues, the topics included coding, operating systems, electronics, multimedia, and networking.Before his full-time teaching career, Richard was a Cisco Systems Network Academy Area Manager, Apple Computer Systems Engineer, Texas Instruments Technical Instructor, and an IBM Mainframe Systems Field Engineer.At Apple Computer, he designed and implemented the technology infrastructure for the Apple Market Center, a predecessor to todayâs Appl...
2024-09-101h 14
Tech Explorations PodcastMartin Zwigl on being a software developer that makes physical thingsMartin attended a technical school for mechanical engineering in Austria. However, he never worked as an engineer; instead, he became a software developer.Earlier in life, Martin built many remote-controlled cars and planes.As a software developer, most of his work with electronics involves a lot of coding, which he considers an essential part of âmakingâ.Martin is relatively new to the world of the Arduino, but he has already produced several fun projects.In our conversation, we explored many of these projects and also considered some very ambitious ideas for future projects.In one...
2024-09-1056 min
Tech Explorations PodcastAlain Pannetrat discusses his journey from tinkerer to open-source hardware engineeringAlain is the founder of OMZLO, a company that designs, manufactures and sells open-source hardware with a focus on wired IoT.Alain also works as a product manager and researcher for the Cloud Security Alliance.He previously worked as an IT expert for the French data protection authority (CNIL) and as a smartcard security consultant in the banking industry.He holds a Ph.D. in applied cryptography but discovered a passion for electronics the day he bought his first Arduino UNO.In my conversation with Alain Pannetrat, we discuss NoCAN, a platform that uses...
2024-09-0949 min
Tech Explorations PodcastWayne Stambaugh talks about Kicadâs past, present, and futureIn this episode, Peter Dalmaris talks with Wayne Stambaugh.Wayne has been a developer for the KiCad project for over 12 years and the lead project developer for the last 6 years. He is an electronics engineer with over 30 years of experience in electronics design and software development.Wayne has done a little bit of everything during his career including digital, analog, and embedded design as well as embedded programming in assembly and C and desktop programming in C, C++, and Python.In this interview, Wayne takes us back in time, to tell the story of...
2024-09-0954 min
Tech Explorations PodcastEngineering Family Fun: George Katz on Water Rockets, DIY Electronics, and STEM InspirationThis podcast episode features George Katz, an electronics enthusiast and engineer, discussing his journey in building water rockets.Katz shares insights into how he and his children transformed a family hobby into a technical project involving custom-built ground launch equipment, rocket payloads, and advanced electronics. Inspired by shows like MythBusters, Katz talks about how this DIY activity fostered creativity, problem-solving, and engineering challenges in STEM education. Itâs an inspiring story for hobbyists and educators interested in hands-on engineering projects.For more, visit: Tech Explorations Podcast.Watch the video on YouTube.
2024-09-091h 05
Sentral StationPeter Dalmaris pt 2 - Star Trek, STEM and Maker Education for a bold new futurePeter Dalmaris is an online educator, engineer and electronics hobbyist. He's been an academic for over 15 years and believes the educational needs of future generations are radically different to those of the 20th century.
In part 2 of my conversation with Peter, we explore what the future might look like for students in an educational environment that champions making, problem solving and discovery. Boldly going where no one has gone before requires some inspiration, so it's no surprise we start by talking about how Star Trek has influenced modern thinking.
Find out more about Peter's work at
https://techexplorations.com/
This...
2021-02-0719 min
Sentral StationPeter Dalmaris champions Maker Education as better way to explore STEM - part 1Peter Dalmaris is an online educator, engineer and electronics hobbyist. He's been an academic for over 15 years and believes the educational needs of future generations are radically different to those of the 20th century. Peter believes that Maker Education is a great way to explore the STEM space. He's passionate about what he does and even has a dog named Einstein. Join me as I talk with Peter about STEM and maker education as an approach to learning.
This is part 1, of a 2 part interview.
Find out more about Peter's work at
https://techexplorations.com/
This podcast is brought to...
2021-02-0323 minTech Explorations PodcastsAn interview with Robert Feranec, computer board designer and educatorWelcome to Tech Explorations Podcast episode 9 Iâm Peter Dalmaris, and in this episode, my guest is Robert Feranec. Robert is the founder of FEDEVEL Academy. He is well-known through his YouTube channel and his online schematic design and PCB layout courses, where he teaches hardware design. Robert specializes in advanced digital development with a […]
2020-02-041h 12Tech Explorations PodcastsJohn Lee Dumas talks about self-education successIn this episode, Peter Dalmaris talks with John Lee Dumas. The full video for this interview is available, please check it out. John Lee Dumas (or “JLD” as people call him) is the host of Entrepreneurs on Fire, an award-winning podcast where he interviews the world’s most successful Entrepreneurs. Past guests include Tony Robbins, Barbara […]
2020-01-0917 minTech Explorations PodcastsAn interview with Jon Evans, Electrical EngineerIn this episode, Peter Dalmaris talks with Jon Evans. The full video for this interview is available, please check it out. Jon is an electrical engineer and open-source software developer based in Boston, MA. He has eight years of experience designing electronics and firmware for industrial and consumer products, most recently in the 3D printing […]
2020-01-0653 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0062 - Ranveig Strøm on Entrepreneurship at the Knowledge Transfer Group, CERNIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Ranveig Strøm.
Ranveig joined the Knowledge Transfer group of CERN (the European Organization for Nuclear Research) as an administrative student in February 2017, working in marketing and communication.
Since February 2018 she is responsible for CERNâs entrepreneurship activities.
Ranveig works to foster a culture of entrepreneurship at the Laboratory and to assist CERN personnel wanting to create companies.
With a strong interest in technology management and new business development, she has completed an MSc from the NTNU School of Entrepreneurship in Norway, for which she wrote her thesis while at CERN.
Ranveig Str...
2019-11-051h 05
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0062 â Ranveig Strøm discusses Entrepreneurship at the Knowledge Transfer Group at CERNIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Ranveig Strøm.Ranveig joined the Knowledge Transfer group of CERN (the European Organization for Nuclear Research) as an administrative student in February 2017, working in marketing and communication. Since February 2018 she is responsible for CERNâs entrepreneurship activities. Ranveig works to foster a culture of entrepreneurship at the Laboratory and […]
2019-11-0400 minTech Explorations PodcastsStemiverse 0062 â Ranveig Strøm discusses Entrepreneurship at the Knowledge Transfer Group at CERNIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Ranveig Strøm. Ranveig joined the Knowledge Transfer group of CERN (the European Organization for Nuclear Research) as an administrative student in February 2017, working in marketing and communication. Since February 2018 she is responsible for CERNâs entrepreneurship activities. Ranveig works to foster a culture of […]
2019-11-041h 06
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0061 - Jeff Wiener discusses CERN Teacher program, next-gen scientistsIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Dr. Jeff Wiener.
Jeff is a staff scientist, managing CERNâs national and international teacher training programs and investigating teachersâ conceptions of particle physics.
He completed his Ph.D. in physics education research in cooperation with the University of Vienna through the Austrian Doctorate Programme at CERN.
Previously, Jeff worked as a high school physics, philosophy, and psychology teacher in Vienna, Austria.
Aside from his postdoctoral research projects and the coordination of CERNâs Teacher Programmes, Jeff is also heavily engaged in CERNâs SâCool LAB.
Read this episode's show notes here: http...
2019-10-221h 09Tech Explorations PodcastsStemiverse 0061 â Jeff Wiener discusses CERN Teacher program, next-gen scientistsIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Dr. Jeff Wiener. Jeff is a staff scientist, managing CERNâs national and international teacher training programs and investigating teachersâ conceptions of particle physics. He completed his Ph.D. in physics education research in cooperation with the University of Vienna through the Austrian Doctorate Programme at CERN. […]
2019-10-211h 09Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0061 â Jeff Wiener discusses CERN Teacher program, next-gen scientistsIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Dr. Jeff Wiener.Jeff is a staff scientist, managing CERNâs national and international teacher training programs and investigating teachersâ conceptions of particle physics. He completed his Ph.D. in physics education research in cooperation with the University of Vienna through the Austrian Doctorate Programme at CERN. Previously, Jeff worked as a […]
2019-10-2100 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0060 - Daniel Casner discusses Robotics and MakerspacesIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Daniel Casner.
Daniel is a robotics systems engineer with an eclectic background, including a BA in Physics and MS in Computer and Systems Engineering.
Over the years, Daniel has spent time building undersea autonomous vehicles, Internet-connected industrial equipment, and aerospace systems.
Of all his projects, the most challenging and rewarding has been creating mass production home robots.
He is presently Senior Hardware Engineer at Anki, a robotics and AI company in San Francisco.
Daniel Casner, multidisciplinary systems architect, and Dr. Peter Dalmaris, author of Maker Education Revolution
In 2012, Daniel co-founded Robot Garden...
2019-10-081h 06Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0060 â Daniel Casner discusses Robotics and MakerspacesIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Daniel Casner.Daniel is a robotics systems engineer with an eclectic background, including a BA in Physics and MS in Computer and Systems Engineering. Over the years, Daniel has spent time building undersea autonomous vehicles, Internet-connected industrial equipment, and aerospace systems. Of all his projects, the most challenging and rewarding […]
2019-10-0700 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0059 - Dr. Chris Matthews on teaching mathematics through dance & storyIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Dr. Chris Matthews.
Dr. Chris Matthews, a Noonuccal man, is passionate about connecting culture and mathematics, having developed a method of teaching maths to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students through dance and story.
He teaches students to bring maths to life by crafting stories in which characters take actions that add, subtract, or divide.
As Chair of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mathematics Alliance (ATSIMA), Dr. Matthews also organizes camps and conferences designed to promote Indigenous participation in STEM and to support mathematics outcomes for Indigenous students.
Dr. Matthews highlights...
2019-10-031h 11Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0059 â Dr. Chris Matthews on teaching mathematics through dance & storyIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Dr. Chris Matthews. Dr. Chris Matthews, a Noonuccal man, is passionate about connecting culture and mathematics, having developed a method of teaching maths to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students through dance and story. He teaches students to bring maths to life by crafting stories in which […]
2019-10-0200 min
Stemiverse Podcast#6a - Zafar Iqbal tells unusual maker storiesIn this episode, Peter Dalmaris (thatâs me!) talks with Zafar Iqbal, aka âZafâ.
Zaf studied Engineering & Computer Science at Oriel College in Oxford, and Communication Design at Central Saint Martins in London.
He has worked for more than 20 years as a programmer in the United Kingdom and Greece, both for large private companies such as ZDNet/CNET and for top academic institutions, such as the National Technical University of Athens.
He currently creates software tools for scientists who work on projects for the European Space Agency.
His areas of expertise include cyber-physical hardware and software systems with an emphasis on rob...
2019-09-1125 min
Stemiverse Podcast#5c - Richard Park on the experiences of a Teacher-MakerIn this episode, Peter Dalmaris (thatâs me!) talks with Richard Park.
Richard has been teaching full time for twenty years. He currently teaches college-level Network Engineering and is creating an âIoT Explorationsâ course for the coming school year.
Richard also taught Secondary Technology Education, concurrently, for eleven years. In these venues, the topics included coding, operating systems, electronics, and multimedia in addition to networking.
Prior to his full-time teaching career, Richard was a Cisco Systems Network Academy Area Manager, Apple Computer Systems Engineer, Texas Instruments Technical Instructor, and an IBM Mainframe Systems Field Engineer.
At Apple Computer, he designed and im...
2019-09-0321 min
Stemiverse Podcast#5b - Richard Park on the experiences of a Teacher-MakerIn this episode, Peter Dalmaris (thatâs me!) talks with Richard Park.
Richard has been teaching full time for twenty years. He currently teaches college-level Network Engineering and is creating an âIoT Explorationsâ course for the coming school year.
Richard also taught Secondary Technology Education, concurrently, for eleven years. In these venues, the topics included coding, operating systems, electronics, and multimedia in addition to networking.
Prior to his full-time teaching career, Richard was a Cisco Systems Network Academy Area Manager, Apple Computer Systems Engineer, Texas Instruments Technical Instructor, and an IBM Mainframe Systems Field Engineer.
At Apple Computer, he designed and im...
2019-09-0326 min
Stemiverse Podcast#5a - Richard Park on the experiences of a Teacher-MakerIn this episode, Peter Dalmaris (thatâs me!) talks with Richard Park.
Richard has been teaching full time for twenty years. He currently teaches college-level Network Engineering and is creating an âIoT Explorationsâ course for the coming school year.
Richard also taught Secondary Technology Education, concurrently, for eleven years. In these venues, the topics included coding, operating systems, electronics, and multimedia in addition to networking.
Prior to his full-time teaching career, Richard was a Cisco Systems Network Academy Area Manager, Apple Computer Systems Engineer, Texas Instruments Technical Instructor, and an IBM Mainframe Systems Field Engineer.
At Apple Computer, he designed and im...
2019-09-0330 min
Stemiverse Podcast#4a - Martin Zwigl on being a software developer making physical thingsIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris (thatâs me!) talks with Martin Zwigl.
Martin attended a technical school for mechanical engineering in Austria. However, he never worked as an engineer and instead, he became a Software Developer.
Earlier in life, Martin built many remote-controlled cars and planes. As a software developer, most of his work with electronics involves a lot of coding, which he considers an essential part of âmakingâ.
Martin is relatively new to the world of the Arduino, but he has already produced several fun projects.
In our conversation, we explored many of these projects, and also looked at som...
2019-08-2728 min
Stemiverse Podcast#4b - Martin Zwigl on being a software developer making physical thingsIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris (thatâs me!) talks with Martin Zwigl.
Martin attended a technical school for mechanical engineering in Austria. However, he never worked as an engineer and instead, he became a Software Developer.
Earlier in life, Martin built many remote-controlled cars and planes. As a software developer, most of his work with electronics involves a lot of coding, which he considers an essential part of âmakingâ.
Martin is relatively new to the world of the Arduino, but he has already produced several fun projects.
In our conversation, we explored many of these projects, and also looked at som...
2019-08-2729 min
Stemiverse Podcast#3b - Alain Pannetrat discusses his journey from tinkerer to open-source hardware engineeringIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Alain Pannetrat.
Alain is the founder of OMZLO, a company that designs, manufactures and sells open-source hardware with a focus on wired IoT.
Alain also works as a product manager and researcher for the Cloud Security Alliance.
He previously worked as an IT expert for the French data protection authority (CNIL) and as a smartcard security consultant in the banking industry.
He holds a Ph.D. in applied cryptography but discovered a passion for electronics the day he bought his first Arduino UNO.
In my conversation with Alain Pannetrat, we discuss NoCAN...
2019-08-2222 min
Stemiverse Podcast#3a - Alain Pannetrat discusses his journey from tinkerer to open-source hardware engineeringIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Alain Pannetrat.
Alain is the founder of OMZLO, a company that designs, manufactures and sells open-source hardware with a focus on wired IoT.
Alain also works as a product manager and researcher for the Cloud Security Alliance.
He previously worked as an IT expert for the French data protection authority (CNIL) and as a smartcard security consultant in the banking industry.
He holds a Ph.D. in applied cryptography but discovered a passion for electronics the day he bought his first Arduino UNO.
In my conversation with Alain Pannetrat, we discuss NoCAN...
2019-08-2228 min
Stemiverse Podcast#2 - Wayne Stambaugh talks about Kicad's past, present, and futureIn this episode, Peter Dalmaris talks with Wayne Stambaugh.
Wayne has been a developer for the KiCad project for over 12 years and the lead project developer for the last 6 years.
He is an electronics engineer with over 30 years of experience in electronics design and software development.
Wayne has done a little bit of everything during his career including digital, analog, and embedded design as well as embedded programming in assembly and C and desktop programming in C, C++, and Python.
In this interview, Wayne takes us back in time, to tell the story of KiCadâs early days, trials and tr...
2019-06-1254 min
Stemiverse Podcast#1a - George Katz engineering water rocketsIn this episode, Peter Dalmaris talks with George Katz.
George Katz has been making things ever since he can remember. As a child, he used to make paper models of all kinds of things, until his parents bought him a 2-transistor radio kit. From that point, he was interested in all things electronic.
He studied electronics in high school and later completed his degree in Computer Engineering from UNSW. He enjoyed the course because it combined electronics with software and so that computers would interact with the real world. There, he also became interested in robotics and built a number...
2019-05-2819 min
Stemiverse Podcast#1b - George Katz engineering water rocketsIn this episode, Peter Dalmaris talks with George Katz.
George Katz has been making things ever since he can remember. As a child, he used to make paper models of all kinds of things, until his parents bought him a 2-transistor radio kit. From that point, he was interested in all things electronic.
He studied electronics in high school and later completed his degree in Computer Engineering from UNSW. He enjoyed the course because it combined electronics with software and so that computers would interact with the real world. There, he also became interested in robotics and built a number...
2019-05-2834 min
Stemiverse Podcast#1c - George Katz engineering water rocketsIn this episode, Peter Dalmaris talks with George Katz.
George Katz has been making things ever since he can remember. As a child, he used to make paper models of all kinds of things, until his parents bought him a 2-transistor radio kit. From that point, he was interested in all things electronic.
He studied electronics in high school and later completed his degree in Computer Engineering from UNSW. He enjoyed the course because it combined electronics with software and so that computers would interact with the real world. There, he also became interested in robotics and built a number...
2019-05-2815 min
Stemiverse Podcast#1 - George Katz engineering water rocketsIn this episode, Peter Dalmaris talks with George Katz.
George has been making things ever since he can remember. As a child, he used to make paper models of all kinds of things, until his parents bought him a 2-transistor radio kit. From that point, he was interested in all things electronic.
He studied electronics in high school and later completed his Degree in Computer Engineering from UNSW. He enjoyed the course because it combined electronics with software and so that computers would interact with the real world. There, he also became interested in robotics and built a number of...
2019-05-281h 05Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0058 â Kieran Nolan talks about the Blockchain in education, RocketShoesIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris catches up with Kieran Nolan. This is Kieranâs second appearance on Stemiverse. Kieran is an Educational Technologist based in Melbourne, Australia. Heâs an International Speaker, CoderDojo Mentor, Blockchain Expert, and Business Development Executive. Kieran is driven by innovation, disruption, and lifelong learning. These drivers empower him to play his […]
2019-05-1400 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0058 - Kieran Nolan talks about the Blockchain in education, RocketShoesIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris catches up with Kieran Nolan.
This is Kieranâs second appearance on Stemiverse.
Kieran is an Educational Technologist based in Melbourne, Australia.
Heâs an International Speaker, CoderDojo Mentor, Blockchain Expert, and Business Development Executive.
Kieran is driven by innovation, disruption, and lifelong learning. These drivers empower him to play his part in revolutionizing the EduTech space as we know it.
Kieran is an Educational Technologist at Wooranna Park Primary School, where his strategic leadership has led the school to launching a 24/7 International Virtual Learning Environment in Minecraft, Victoriaâs first CoderDojo, Australiaâs first Im...
2019-05-141h 00Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0057 â Kavita Krishnaswamy discusses assistive robotsIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Kavita Krishnaswamy. Kavita is a Ph.D. candidate in Computer Science at the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMBC) working with Dr. Tim Oates. Kavita is a Google Lime Scholar and Microsoft Research Fellow. She is both a Ford Foundation Predoctoral and National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellow. Sheâs […]
2019-03-1200 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0057 - Kavita Krishnaswamy discusses assistive robotsIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Kavita Krishnaswamy.
Kavita is a Ph.D. candidate in Computer Science at the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMBC) working with Dr. Tim Oates.
Kavita is a Google Lime Scholar and Microsoft Research Fellow.
She is both a Ford Foundation Predoctoral and National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellow.
Sheâs also worked at the National Science Foundation's Engineering Research Center - Quality of Life Technology Center (QoLT) in Carnegie Mellon and University of Pittsburgh and IBM Business consulting services.
Kavita is a professional researcher with a physical disability. Sheâs motivated by a powe...
2019-03-1256 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0053 - Mark Roper discusses the Blockchain & how this technology can help save the worldIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Mark Roper.
Mark is a strategic thinker, entrepreneur, and lecturer who enjoys working at the leading edge, envisioning solutions to real-world problems and taking action to make these solutions a reality.
Mark is a co-founder of Royalti Blockchain Group Pty Ltd, an Australian-based blockchain training and consulting company. In that capacity, we invited Mark to have a discussion with us, in which we explore the Blockchain and the ways by which it promises to change the world.
The show notes to this episode can be found here: https://techexplorations...
2018-12-1858 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0052 - Dr. Jillian Kenny, the power of engineering & making a difference in the worldIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Dr. Jillian Kenny.
A creator at heart, Dr. Jillian Kenny is constantly on the lookout for opportunities to challenge traditional ways of thinking. As a result of her work she was named one of the first Superstars of STEM by Science and Technology Australia in 2017 and as one of Australiaâs Top 100 Most Influential Women by the Australian Financial Review and Westpac in 2014.
As a Founding Director of Machinam, Jillian has led the company to develop innovative digital high school mathematics resources that are engaging and relevant to real life, answering that ag...
2018-11-2756 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0051 - Christie Evans discusses learning through real-world problem-solvingIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Christie Evans.
Christie has a deep interest in STEM initiated by a science degree at Flinders University, then further developed by a strong classroom practice from her first days of teaching.
Within the classroom, Christie engages students through problem-based learning with real-world applications using a cross-curricular inquiry model.
Christieâs enthusiasm for both the Sciences and Technologies has enabled her to have a significant impact not only at her site but across several schools. Teachers recognize, and are enlightened by, her progressive pedagogies and connection to authentic context and are thereby motivated to...
2018-11-1355 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0050 - Nurit Bar-Shai discusses the intersection of art, science and technologyIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Nurit Bar-Shai.
Nurit is an interdisciplinary artist who works at the intersection of art, science, and technology.
She is the co-founder of Genspace NYC, a community biotech lab in Brooklyn, NY, ranked by Fast Company among the top 10 most innovative education companies.
As an activist and educator working with biological systems, she conducts experiments through creative, collaborative inquiries and addresses the ethics and the emerging practices of Do-It-Yourself Biology and citizen-science.
As the Arts and Culture Program Director at Genspace, she developed content for educational, cultural and outreach programs...
2018-10-3051 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0049 - Andra Kaye discusses life and RoboticsIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Andra Kaye.
Andra is the Managing Director of Silicon Valley Robotics, an industry group supporting innovation and commercialization of robotics technologies.
Andra is also
⢠founder of Robot Launch, a global robotics startup competition,
⢠co-founder of Robot Garden hackerspace,
⢠mentor at hardware accelerators,
⢠and a startup advisor and investor, with a strong interest in commercializing socially positive robotics and artificial intelligence.
The show notes to this episode can be found here: https://techexplorations.com/podcast/stemiverse-0049-andra-keay/
2018-10-161h 14
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0047 - Dr. Linda McIver on the importance of Data Science in educationIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Dr. Linda McIver.
Dr. Linda McIver started out as an Academic with a Ph.D. in Computer Science Education. When it became apparent that High School teaching was a lot more fun, Linda began a highly successful career at John Monash Science School, where she built innovative courses in Computational and Data Science for year 10 and year 11 students.
Nominated one of the inaugural Superstars of STEM in 2017, Linda is passionate about creating authentic project experiences to motivate all students to become technologically and data literate.
While Linda loves the classroom, it was...
2018-09-181h 01
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0045 - Sanjin Dedic on mechatronics, mining, and creating educational resourcesIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Sanjin Dedic.
Sanjin has a B.Eng in Mechatronic Systems majoring in Robotics and Computer Vision and spent several years working industry as an Engineer.
He then retrained as a teacher and taught Systems Engineering and Digital Technologies at a secondary level. Recently he has been developing a series of technology programs for G.A.T.E.WAYS (gifted and talented education) covering everything from coding to robotics, to applied mathematics and microcontrollers.
These programs have been delivered to students in Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra, and Queensland.
As head of...
2018-08-211h 21
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0044 - Celinda Corsini on designing Project-based LearningIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Celinda Corsini.
Celinda is a passionate and innovative educator with a commitment to developing bold initiatives in education to equip students with the skills and competencies they need to thrive in our ever-changing world.
She is a blended learning expert, having conceptualized and developed flipped learning for the language classroom in isolation in 2011 by embracing 21st-century technologies and skills.
She is a Project-Based learning practitioner and had the privilege of receiving 12+ months of intensive mentoring in Project-Based Learning by a PBL expert from the world-renowned PBL School High Tech High, San Diego.
...
2018-08-071h 08
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0043 - Dr. Melina Uncapher bridging neuroscience and technologyIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Dr. Melina Uncapher!
Dr. Uncapher is an Assistant Professor in the Dept of Neurology at UC San Francisco, and Director of Education for Neuroscape.
Neuroscape is a translational neuroscience center that bridges neuroscience and technology.
Melina has spent 16 yrs at the forefront of learning neuroscience and now applies research to solve real-world problems in education and technology.
Melina leads a multi-university National Science Foundation-funded network studying how executive function contributes to academic achievement and is leading an initiative to launch Learning Engineering as a new way to build research-practice partnerships.
She co-founded...
2018-07-241h 05
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0042 - Ruthe Farmer on increasing girlsâ participation in technology and engineeringIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Ruthe Farmer.
Ruthe Farmer is Chief Evangelist at CSforALL, a national organization in the United States, working to bring rigorous, inclusive and sustainable computer science education to all US students.
Ruthe previously served in the Obama administration as Senior Policy Advisor for Tech Inclusion in the White House Office of Science & Technology Policy.
As a policymaker and activist Rutheâs focus is on increasing girlsâ participation in technology and engineering.
Here's some of the amazing work she has done, and some of the awards she has received in the past:
She has work...
2018-07-101h 15
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0041 - Dr. Rebecca Johnson and Superstar genomicsIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Dr. Rebecca Johnson.
Dr. Johnson is Director of the Australian Museum Research Institute, a Wildlife Forensic Scientist, a Conservation Geneticist and co-chief investigator of the Koala Genome Consortium.
Rebecca is the first female science director in the Museum's 190-year history and is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Sydney. She and her team were instrumental in establishing the Museum as a global leader in the field of wildlife forensics and applied conservation genomics including developing strong translational research with direct links to industry.
She is a member of the Australian Academy...
2018-06-261h 03
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0040 - Dr. Sue Keay Leading Robotic VisionIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Dr. Sue Keay.
Dr. Sue Keay is recognized as Superstar of STEM by Science & Technology Australia.
Sue is a trained scientist with highly developed business skills. She runs the world's first robotic vision research center.
The Australian Centre for Robotic Vision, headquartered in Brisbane, is an ARC Centre of Excellence with more than 100 researchers distributed across Australian and overseas research institutions.
The Center's mission is to create robots that see and understand their environment so that we can finally reach the tipping point where robots can assume capabilities that have previously only...
2018-06-121h 08
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0038 - Seven Vinton, the inventor teacherIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Seven Vinton.
Seven is Co-inventor of the ARD2-INNOV8 shield for Arduino. He has dedicated the past six years to providing support for students and teachers with Digital technologies and creating solutions which make coding easier for students. He presents annually at the DATTA Vic and DLTV conferences, co-authored the Digital Technologies textbook for Nelson Cengage, and is currently designing work units for the new Geelong Technical School.
In this episode, Seven, who is a victim of mechanical typewriters from the previous century, talks STEM curricula and their attributes...
2018-05-151h 09
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0037 - Dr. Marc Noakes on teaching TeachersIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Dr. Marc Noakes.
Marc earned his Ph.D. in Science on scholarship with the CSIRO, which provided an apprenticeship in research, management, professional communication, and a solid background in the understanding of science. He then undertook a four-year postdoctoral fellowship at Washington State University which enabled him to develop professional communication skills in addition to leadership, management, and ICT skills.
Upon returning to Australia, Marc undertook postgraduate studies in education and gained employment as a high school science teacher. His high school teaching career enabled him to develop quality teaching skills, develop...
2018-05-011h 11
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0036 - Dr. Jennifer Yu on STEM and children with special learning needsIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Dr. Jennifer Yu.
Jennifer is a Principal Scientist and Director of the Disabilities Research Program at SRI International. She specializes in the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and services that improve learning and quality of life for people with autism, learning disabilities, and mental/behavioral health issues.
She has led experimental and quasi-experimental studies funded by the U.S. Department of Education and the National Science Foundation to evaluate school-related interventions aimed at improving engagement, motivation, and academic performance among elementary to postsecondary students with disabilities.
Dr. Yu...
2018-04-171h 10
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0035 - Dr. Jason Zagami on advanced educational technologiesIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Dr. Jason Zagami.
Dr. Jason Zagami is an academic in the School of Education and Professional Studies of Griffith University on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia where he teaches and conducts research in educational technologies and Computer Science Education (K12).
In his work in innovations in educational technologies, Jason focuses on the identification of emerging trends, educational gaming (including VR, AR, and VWs), student co-creation of secondary worlds, and neural /cognitive activity measurement.
In the field of Computer Science Education (K12) Jason focuses on curriculum implementation approaches involving...
2018-04-031h 11
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0034 - Dr. Jane Hunter on High Possibility ClassroomsIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Dr. Jane Hunter.
Jane is a former primary and high school teacher. She is currently leading a series of postdoctoral research studies in Australia to build teacher capacity in STEM and STEAM in schools. Her work reinforces the importance of pedagogy and ongoing teacher professional learning through action learning in school-university partnerships.
The pedagogical framework featured in her recent book: "Technology integration and High Possibility Classrooms: Building from TPACK" is leading education change and new thinking in schools. Jane also teaches pre-service teachers in the Master of Teaching Program...
2018-03-271h 14
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0033 - Tim Mendham on the power of critical thinkingIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Tim Mendham.
Tim is a Freelance journalist, editor, and executive officer for Australian Skeptics Inc.
In 2000, he was a joint winner of the Australian Business Publishers âBellâ Award for Best Analytical Writing of the Year. In 2006 Fast Thinking was named Best B2B publication in the same awards.
He has written extensively on IT, technology, R&D, business finance, management, and marketing issues. During his career he has edited a number of publications, including Lab News, a technical journal for the R&D community; CFO, the then premier professional maga...
2018-03-201h 00
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0032 - Shanti Korporaal and Skeeve Stevens on education in a brave new worldIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Shanti Korporaal and Skeeve Stevens.
Skeeve and Shanti are serial entrepreneurs, with multiple technology businesses and startups already in the market and many more planned. Their mission is to build businesses whose purposes is directly, or indirectly linked to personal empowerment. They exist to enable people to build a business, provide a service that they would not otherwise be able to and to stay in business during the disruptopocolypse.
Skeeve and Shanti believe that there is no time like the present to utilize all the global resources to empower...
2018-03-131h 19
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0031 - Joy Suliman and community-engaged librariesIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Joy Suliman.
Joy is the Learning Space Coordinator at Library Services for the City of Canada Bay, one of Sydneyâs most multicultural suburbs.
Joy brings together her diverse experience in learning, technology, workshop facilitation, research, professional development training, regional outreach, and community engagement in her role with City of Canada Bay Libraries.
She leads a multi-disciplinary team that works alongside the community at The Learning Space, The Connection, Rhodes, providing access to online resources and a wide range of programs focusing on digital and emerging technology such as 3D...
2018-03-0649 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0030 - Stephen Hohm - Being a learner that teachesIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Stephen Hohm.
Steve is the Associate Pastor of LIFE Foursquare Church in Decatur, Illinois, USA.
He also teaches part-time at Decatur Christian School in Forsyth, Illinois. Steve has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mission Education from North Central University in Minneapolis, Minnesota (1984). He has over 30 years of teaching experience in various settings, including teaching various math and computer-related subjects.
Since 2012, Steve has operated a light and sound Christmas display with over 40,000 lights on more than 300 networked circuits syncopated with Christmas music and broadcast on a low-power transmitter for...
2018-02-2755 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0029 - James Zaki - Ozberry meetup, Blockchain, and EducationIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with James Zaki.
James is a Graduate of Mechatronic Engineering and Computer Science with honors and 14 years of industry experience.
He started in industrial automation and then transitioning to application development.
Outside of development James worked as engineering team lead and management in small-medium sized companies. He worked predominantly with start-ups and small companies, and has spent considerable time abroad (France, China, India), and always connected to the EduTech space. James is skilled in programming for various devices: mobile, Linux, and microcontrollers. He is experienced at turning product ideas into reality and managing...
2018-02-2059 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0028 - Nigel Cartmell - From Architecture to the Mini MakersIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Nigel Cartmell.
Nigel is the founder of AKL Mini-makers. Started in 2015, AKL Mini-Makers' delivers parent-led technology workshops for Primary and Intermediate school-age children. Nigel and other AKL Mini-Makers' members teach design thinking, and maker culture skills, for prototyping â electronics, coding, digital design and 3d printing.
The weekly workshops run weekly workshops started in February 2016, are financially supported by Parents, and partnered with Auckland Council and AUT (the Auckland University of Technology). They aim to grow with the children (currently 11-years old) until theyâre old enough to become junior tuto...
2018-02-131h 07
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0027 - Peter Mahony and interactive MuseumsIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Peter Mahony.
Peter is the manager of Education and Digital Learning for Sydneyâs Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences. He leads program direction and delivery for the Museumâs school learning experiences including Thinkspace and The Mars Lab, coding and game design. He is a learning leader for MAAS, a lean startup approach that involves staging punk learning âdesign experimentsâ in partnership with young people and school educators or the co-design of bespoke learning experiments.
He initiated Sydneyâs first Mini-Maker Faire back in 2014, which has since evolved into an an...
2018-02-061h 07
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0026 - Simone Maciel - Robot OverloadIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Simone Maciel.
Simone is a creative individual who revels in educating people. Having graduated from university with a Bachelor in Arts and a Diploma of Education (secondary), Simone spent the next seven years teaching Drama, Music, English, History, Religious Education and Photographic and Digital Media
Her passion for technology imbued itself in her teaching pedagogy and Simone co-led a successful and creative one-to-one laptop program in her time as an educator. Her areas of expertise include movie making, photography, public speaking, and music integration. Simone has spent the past...
2018-01-301h 03
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0025 - Kieran Nolan - The School on the BlockchainIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Kieran Nolan.
This episode is special because while it might not seem that it's about education, it actually is! In this discussion, Kieran takes us for a ride in the world of networks, block chains, total online transparency, and ten-year-old students create their own cryptocurrencies. Stay with us; it will be worth it!
Kieran Nolan is a qualified Network Engineer, certified Cloud Migration Architect, and Educational Technologist, with certifications from Google, Microsoft and Cisco and a Degree in Network Engineering.
He has 10+ years of experience working in schools from...
2018-01-2358 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0024 - Viv White on Big Picture EducationIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Viv White.
Viv is the founder of an innovative new design for learning and schools.
Viv taught primary and secondary education for 13 years, worked in tertiary research for five years as a research fellow at Macquarie University and Victoria University, and served as an adjunct professor at the University of Western Sydney.
She is co-founder, managing director and company secretary of Big Picture Education Australia. The work that Viv does in Big Picture Education is the main topic of our discussion in this episode.
Viv has taken the lead...
2018-01-1649 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0023 - Josh Cox - Better Humans through wildlife educationIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Josh Cox.
Josh Cox founded Reptile Encounters in 2007, following a lifelong interest in Australian wildlife. With two parents with teaching backgrounds, the idea was born to take animals into classrooms and educate students about nature.
Josh is the soon to be the author of âBetter Humans  Empower your students to save the planet,â he has a degree in Medical Science from LaTrobe University and worked in the pharmaceutical industry prior to starting Reptile Encounters.
The show notes to this episode can be found here: https://techexplorations.com/podcast/stemiverse-0023-josh
2018-01-0951 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0022 - Saskia & Alaster - Being a competitive robotics team memberIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Saskia and Alastair.
This is the second part of the Barker College Redbacks team interview. If you havenât listened to the first part, in which we interview Lael Grant, the team coordinator, please do so now before listening to this second part. Everything will make more sense then!
In this episode, we hear from Saskia and Alastair.
Saskia is a current member of the team and one of the Team Captains. She is a Year-11 student.
Alastair is a team alumnus and now an Engineering student.
Saskia and Al...
2018-01-0231 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0021 - Lael Grant on the benefits of competitive educational roboticsIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Lael Grant.
Lael is computer programming teacher at Barker College, based in the Sydney suburb of Hornsby, in Australia.
At the College, Lael is the team coordinator and part of the mentor team of the Barker Redbacks. The Redbacks have established themselves as one of the leading Robotics teams in Australia. When Lael is not planning the future of robotics and STEM education at Barker, he teaches programming as a part of the Computer Science faculty.
We interviewed Lael and two student members of the Redback team at the...
2017-12-261h 02
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0020 - Matt Richards: flipping learning environments with the MakerspaceIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Matt Richards.
Matt is an education and creative director, learning innovation leader and educational technologist. He has ten years experience creating innovative learning environments, high performing teams and education programmes in schools, social enterprise and government organizations (most recently the new Hinatore Learning Lab at New Zealand's National Museum). Matt employs emerging technologies to empower learners and build global learning communities. He is a Google Certified Innovator and Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert.
The show notes to this episode can be found here: https://techexplorations.com/podcast/stemiverse-0020-matt-richards/
2017-12-191h 02
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0019 - Brian McNally: Thinking While MovingIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Brian McNally.
Brian is a veteran teacher with 23 years of experience.
Brian has moved from Outdoor Education to Primary Physical Education, Secondary Physical Education, IT, Maths and Science. Specializing in Gifted and Talented Education, Brian is now teaching stage 3 students, which is years 5 and 6, on the NSW Central Coast in Australia.
He regularly presents seminars and training events to teachers in topics such as:
⢠Thinking while Moving in Mathematics
⢠Using IT in PE
⢠Mathematics
These are some of the topics that we will discuss in this podcast.
Brianâs passion...
2017-12-1248 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0018 - Naomi Young: STEM on YouTubeIn this episode of Stemiverse Podcast, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Naomi Young.
Naomi Young, who is also known by her screen nick-name "Nay Nay," is a star of ABC Kids and the creator of the TV and YouTube Kids show Tinkertime. Her songs âBubble Popâ, âSmash It Down, âI Have A Voiceâ and âMy Brother Ate My LEGOâ are Australian household favorites. You may also know Naomi for her work as the voice of âHootabelleâ on Giggle and Hoot. Her TV credits also include Nickelodeonâs host of Nick Takes Over Your School and Sarvoâ, The Wiggles (assistant cho...
2017-12-051h 08
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0017 - Dr. Steve Brodie: Open InnovationIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Dr. Steve Brodie.
Steve has over 20 yearsâ experience in research and development, commercialization and open innovation within corporate research and development laboratories (multinational and SME) and University technology transfer offices. He is a creative intrapreneur with a proven ability to recognize innovation opportunities and to create and implement solutions to go after them.
A core theme throughout Steve's career has been innovation and, in particular, how individuals and organizations can collaborate to identify innovation opportunities, develop new ideas and innovate.
Currently, Steve is the Executive Manager, Innovation at CSIRO, Australia's premier research or...
2017-11-2854 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0016 - Dr. Karsten Schulz: Walking SupercomputersIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Dr. Karsten Schulz.
Karsten Schulz (Ph.D.) is an engineer, computer scientist, and educator. He is leading the Digital Technologies Institute and is the designer of the B4 Modular Microprocessor for the classroom. Karsten has a background in the ICT industry, specifically in R&D. He has been involved in the Digital Technologies education space since 2008. Some of his previous activities include Young ICT Explorer and Bebras. Most recently, he designed and manufactured the B4 Modular Microprocessor, with which students can experiment in the classroom. Karsten is passionate about...
2017-11-2153 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0015 - Pip Cleaves: Code ClubbingIn this episode, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Pip Cleaves.
Pip Cleaves is the National Education Manager for Code Club Australia, a not for profit organization that has supported the development of over 18,000 clubs and 65,000 students to code every week. She also works as a Sessional Lecturer in the Education and Arts Faculty at The Australian Catholic University.
She has worked extensively within the education industry nationally and globally, and in education technology since 2005. Pip also runs a small business to provide professional learning to educators around technology.
In this discussion, Pip talks about STEM education, Code...
2017-11-141h 01
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0014 - Professor John Fischetti: Transformational TeachingIn this episode of Stemiverse, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Professor John Fischetti.
Professor Fischetti is Head of School of Education School at the University of Newcastle.
Over the past 30 years John has worked to revamp classroom practices, school structures and board policies around the new era we are in, that he calls âthe collaborative, global innovation age.â
In the past, John has served as a Dean in the US, a Professor, and teacher.
Working inside school reform, revamping teacher education and rethinking leadership preparation over the past thirty years, Professor John Fischetti brings a divergent set of e...
2017-11-071h 03
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0013 - Meridith Ebbs: Project-based learningIn this episode of Stemiverse Podcast, Dr. Peter Dalmaris talks with Meridith Ebbs.
Meridith is a teacher with 23 years of experience in K-10 and adult education. She is interested in integrating STEM into classrooms, and she is now also working as the NSW Project Officer for the CSER program with the University of Adelaide. She speaks regularly at conferences on Digital Technologies and evolving pedagogies so teachers can futureproof the skills of students.
The show notes to this episode can be found here: https://techexplorations.com/podcast/stemiverse-0013-meridith-ebbs/
2017-10-3156 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0012 - Nicola O'Brien: Code RangersIn this episode of Stemiverse, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Nicola O'Brien.
Nicola is the founder of Code Rangers, a company based in Sydney that teaches children how to code, develop games, and apps. Nicola's created Code Rangers after a long career in Corporate Law and Finance. She is particularly passionate about programming and understands the importance of technology literacy as a basic prerequisite for our children's digital future.
Let's listen to Nicola as she describes her teaching philosophy as she applies it in Code Rangers.
The show notes to this episode can be found here: https...
2017-10-1742 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0011 - Ariane Skapetis: Explain EverythingIn this episode of Stemiverse, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Ariane Skapetis.
Ariane is currently a Learning Technologist in Higher-Ed with qualifications and expertise in e-learning, blended learning, and K-12 Education. She has held numerous roles throughout her lengthy career in Education. Teacher, Computer Coordinator, ICT Consultant in Sydney region schools and now as a Learning Technologist at UTS. Ariane has seen it all: from the introduction of the Internet to schools in the early 1990s to modern game-based learning, âflippingâ the classroom and using mobile phones to enhance educational outcomes.
The show notes to this episode can...
2017-10-0356 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0010 - Phillip Mallon - Reflective LearningIn this episode of Stemiverse, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Philip Mallon.
Starting at the age of 9, Philip built a radio crystal set, and this became the foundation for an interest in electronics. Phillip's path has given him countless opportunities to learn and to teach during the last forty years.
As a cadet with the NSW Department of Public Works, he studied Science and Technology at the University of Sydney. This was followed by further studies in the UK and a Master's degree in Engineering Science at the University of NSW. Philip applied his new knowledge in...
2017-09-191h 09
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0009 - Ben Newsome and interactive scienceIn this episode of Stemiverse, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus talk with Ben Newsome.
Ben Newsome is the founder of Fizzics Education, a company that specializes in delivering interactive science workshops and shows. Through Fizzics Education, Ben reaches around 300,000 children each year, in person or via video conference, in Austalia or around the world.
Ben is a qualified Science Teacher and a former Environmental Consultant, a Children's Summer Camp director, and a CSIRO Education Team member.
Ben is the recipient of the 2013 Northern Districts Education Centre (Sydney) Winston Churchill Fellowship. He is on the leadership team for the International Society...
2017-09-051h 03
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0008 - John Burfoot and the magic of LegoIn this episode of Stemiverse, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with John Burfoot.
John is a STEM robotics teacher and trainer. He is a Science and STEAM specialist in the state of NSW in Australia, for primary schools. He also facilitates and delivers technology workshops through the MacICT Innovations Centre at Macquarie University in Sydney.
John is also a founder of Sci-riffic, a company that delivers specialist science and robotics training for schools. As you will see, John has a passion for science and technology and a vast experience in teaching it. He also has a lot of...
2017-08-221h 06
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0007 - Tim Heinecke on student engagementIn this episode of Stemiverse, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Tim Heineke.
Tim is a former Physical Education teacher and has been wondering about the art and practice of student engagement. In fact, he founded the Student Engagement Institute, based in Sydney Australia, to explore what it takes to help students become passionate learners.
Tim is the author of Student Engagement, How to inspire and motivate every child, and offers professional educational experiences for teachers that want to make a difference in the lives of children. Timâs book and approach in teaching dominate our discussion, which is...
2017-08-0852 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0006 - Jorge DeSousa Pires on knowing your studentsIn this episode of Stemiverse, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Professor Jorge De Sousa Pires.
Jorge is a retired associate professor. He was a researcher and senior lecturer at Uppsala University. He was also the Research and Education manager of Apple Sweden from 1988 onwards, and in 1996 he joined the Education Team of Apple Europe.
Jorge is fascinated by the power of technology to transform education. He worked at Malmo University in Sweden with the specific goal of improving Computer Assisted Learning at the University. He is also the author of several books and many peer-reviewed articles in...
2017-07-251h 12
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0005 - Keith Heggart and community makerspacesIn this episode of Stemiverse, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Keith Heggart.
Keith is an Academic at the University of Technology, Sydney, and the University of Western Sydney. He is an Organiser at the NSW Independent Education Union, expecting a Ph.D. in Citizen Education and Critical Pedagogy expected at the end of 2017, and many more qualifications in Education and Engineering.
In this conversation, Keith discusses some of the STEM-related topics that excite him, including community-lead makerspaces, the magic of the Raspberry Pi, programming, online resources for teachers, and practical approaches to teaching science.
The show notes...
2017-07-1154 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0004 - Chris Johnson & Keith Burston: The art and engineering of MeccanoIn this episode of Stemiverse, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Chris Johnson and Keith Burton.
Both Chris and Keith are retired academics with love for technology and education. They have teamed up to create large constructions using Meccano blocks and Arduino-powered electronics. They take this hobby seriously, as you will hear later on.
In this conversation, Chris and Keith discuss their Meccano crane and explain how it represents a great way to introduce children to engineering and programming. Among other things, we also discuss the Differential Analyser, robotics, artificial intelligence and conversation bots, and the dangers of...
2017-06-2748 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0003 - Pasi Suhonen and lifelong learningIn this episode of Stemiverse, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Pasi Suhonen.
Pasi is a Maker from Finland. By day, he is a customer-facing engineer at Rohde & Schwarz Finland, a German telecommunications company based in Munich, Germany. At any other time, Pasi is a tinkerer and lifelong learner.
In this conversation, Pasi tells us about his path in education and especially his experience as an apprentice, what schooling is like in Finland, and his hobbies, in particular microcontrollers, programming and radio astronomy. I think you will find Pasi's learning experiences very interesting!
The show notes to this...
2017-06-1354 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0002 - Julija McDowell and TinkerTankIn this episode of Stemiverse, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Julija McDowell.
Julija and her husband Nicholas are the founders of TinkerTank, a creativity and collaboration space in beautiful Manly, just out of Sydney, Australia. At TinkerTank, Julija, and her mentor collaborators offer STEAM education programs and activities, aimed to inspire the next generation of scientist and engineers.
In this conversation, Julija discuses STEM, makerspaces, schooling and homeschooling, and how to motivate children so that they learn because they want to, not because they have to.
The show notes to this episode can be found here: https...
2017-05-3054 min
Stemiverse PodcastStemiverse 0001 - Jenny Lynch and science communicationIn this episode of Stemiverse, Dr. Peter Dalmaris and Marcus Schappi talk with Jenny Lynch.
Jenny wears many colorful hats, and depending on the day she is a science communicator, a trainer, an educator and a designer of science kits for toy companies. She is the founder of Creative Science, a Sydney-based science communication business.
In this conversation, Jenny shares with us her experiences and lots of actionable advice for science teachers.
The show notes to this episode can be found here: https://techexplorations.com/podcast/stemiverse-0001-jenny-lynch/
2017-05-1645 min