In today’s fast-paced corporate world, the need for effective training methods is more crucial than ever before. Learning and Development (L&D) departments are constantly seeking innovative ways to help individuals enhance their skills, stay engaged, and overcome the various challenges that come with a diverse workforce. As technology continues to play a significant role in … Read more
Meredith Halpern-Ranzer, Co-Founder and CEO of the children’s podcasting company Tinkercast, joins host Mike Palmer in a discussion about learning, podcasts, and how to engage children and their parents with educational content. Meredith’s background includes creating educational media for children at organizations like Sesame Workshop and PBS Kids Sprout. With the decline of linear television, … Read more
ProPublica recounts the tragic story of Nevaeh Crain, an 18-year-old pregnant woman who tragically lost her life due to Texas’ extreme abortion ban. Nevaeh was excitedly celebrating her impending motherhood at a baby shower when she suddenly collapsed in pain. Her mother rushed her to three different hospitals, but the first two turned her away … Read more
The role of education is more critical than ever in today’s rapidly evolving world. Schools must not only impart knowledge but also equip students with creativity, empathy, and curiosity for an unpredictable future. Preparing students rests on four foundational promises: Joy, Connection, Growth, and Success, essential for creating a student-centered, future-focused environment meeting academic, social, … Read more
As a former community organizer with the Industrial Areas Foundation, my experience has greatly influenced my teaching in the classroom. Here are some valuable organizing adages that I have found useful when working with students: 1) “Sometimes the only worse thing than losing a fight is winning one.” This adage reminds me to carefully choose … Read more
Students in Spanish 251 at Pepperdine University participate in a language exchange program with Spanish-speaking facilities staff to enhance their conversational skills and build relationships. Marilyn Koziatek/Pepperdine University For college students who are learning a new language, applying classroom concepts to real-life situations, especially listening and speaking, can be challenging. At Pepperdine University, a collaboration … Read more
AI-powered learning platforms are shaping the future by offering hyper-personalized experiences, analytical insights, and seamless automation to empower companies to address skill gaps and productivity challenges. However, organizations must be cautious in selecting the right AI-driven learning technology to engage employees effectively and prepare them for the future of work. Enterprises are facing challenges such … Read more
In this week’s episode of Trending in Education, host Mike Palmer engages in an insightful conversation with learning science expert Bror Saxberg. As the founder of Learning Forge, Saxberg possesses a wealth of knowledge on how learning occurs in the brain, and he imparts his expertise in this episode by applying that knowledge to parenting. … Read more
Brian Stelter, a former CNN media critic, hosted a show called “Reliable Sources” for many years. After CNN underwent a reorganization, he was fired, but later rehired when the reorganization proved unsuccessful and CNN leadership changed. He now writes and reports for CNN once again. Today, he reflected on a memorable moment from this presidential … Read more
Key points: The importance and rigor of AP exams have once again come into focus with the release of the latest test scores. Discussions surrounding the new scoring method and the consolidation of content continue to emphasize the value of a single test score, overlooking the primary reason students should take AP and other standardized … Read more