Protecting Personal Information Since online learning platforms gather copious amounts of user data, from course choices to progress and even identification details, data privacy is a matter of major concern. Ensuring robust data protection is a must both for the law and for maintaining trust among educators, students, and institutions. This article discusses the importance … Read more
In a recent opinion piece in Inside Higher Ed, Austin Sarat wrote about the lack of preparation universities had for the possibility of a Trump victory. Now, with his win a reality, the consequences are being felt. Many students and colleagues are feeling despondent, devastated, and fearful for the future. Reflecting on the aftermath of … Read more
Melissa Turnbaugh is a Partner at architecture firm PBK where she serves as National Education and Innovation Leader. She joins host Mike Palmer in a conversation about how architects approach designing K-12 learning spaces in a rapidly changing world, emphasizing the need for flexibility and personalization. Turnbaugh outlines emerging trends like outdoor classrooms along with … 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
In this special episode, host Mike Palmer is interviewed by Dr. Whitney Green from Kiddom about the use of AI and ChatGPT in the classroom. We discuss how AI and generative technologies like ChatGPT came about through advancements in computing power and neural networks. While some educators have concerns about introducing these technologies too quickly, … Read more
Higher education is facing a rapidly transforming world of work, and the question arises: how can colleges and universities evolve to better prepare graduates for these changes? In a recent episode, host Mike Palmer sat down with Brandon Busteed, the newly appointed CEO of BrandEd, to discuss the future of higher education in bridging the … Read more
Here are some recent useful posts and articles on educational policy issues: How a Struggling Boston School Found Success in the Roots of its Haitian American Community is from The Progressive. Trump announces he wants to put unsecured guns in classrooms by arming teachers, echoing Project 2025. According to a book that every child in … Read more
Since the Covid-19 pandemic, the rate of students who are chronically absent—defined as missing just under one month of class—has doubled to 26 percent nationally, reaching crisis levels and threatening the educational foundation of our nation’s youth. Chronic absenteeism is estimated to be responsible for up to 27 percent of the overall decline in math … Read more
In celebration of National Manufacturing Month in October, AAON proudly welcomed over 250 students, educators, and business leaders to showcase the high-tech careers, innovation, and opportunities in the manufacturing industry. These experiences aim to foster connections between businesses, inspire local talent, and address the industry’s skills gap and future workforce challenges. By 2030, manufacturers will … Read more
In the 1990s, the National Science Foundation coined the term SMET to refer to science, math, engineering, and technology. However, it was later rearranged to form the STEM acronym by Judith Ramaley in 2001. STEM has since evolved into various programs worldwide, such as MINT in Germany and SHAPE in England. The rapid pace of … Read more