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Mike Koleber | Mike Koleber
How to Be An Amazing Coach & Teacher
Mike of Nitro Swim is one of those rare individuals that changes every life he touches. With a passion and joy that is infectious, he explains how his coaching philosophy applies to every kid, regardless of swimming ability. His techniques are transferable to any sport, even as a teacher in the classroom. Mike Koleber founded…
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Brian Weisfeld | You're the Boss/Startup Squad
How to support your kids to start their own business
Youth Entrepreneurship Advocate, Brian Weisfeld, shares insights on empowering young minds through entrepreneurship. With a background in building businesses and a dedication to teaching essential life skills, Brian discusses the importance of encouraging kids to start their own businesses and how parents can support young entrepreneurs at home.
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Jay Lyons | Future of Education
Discussing the Listener’s Common Issues with Traditional School Teaching
Exec Producer Jay Lyons, from Future of Education, discusses the challenges of traditional school teaching methods with MacKenzie Price. Exploring the listener's biggest problems with the current educational system, Jay sheds light on innovative approaches to address these issues. Join us as Jay Lyons shares insights on transforming education for the future in this engaging…
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Jo Boaler | Stanford University & youcubed (the center I direct)
How Can I Help My Child Do Better in Math?
Prof. Jo Boaler, from Standford University and youcubed, reacts to the controversy surrounding her work and talks about math strategies that actually get results. Professor Boaler was one of the most talked about education controversies in a long while, and she shares what her papers and opinions for the state of California education actually are.
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Shahar Link | Mindspire Tutoring & Test Prep
Three reasons why standardized tests still matter
Shahar Link, CEO and Founder of Mindspire Tutoring & Test Prep, delves into the importance of standardized tests in education. A high GPA may not reflect actual achievement due to grade inflation in today's educational landscape. However, standardized tests provide a more objective measure, helping schools assess a student's ability regardless of background. Today, Shahar…
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Dr. Christopher Bonn | OrCam / BonFire Leadership Solutions LLC
Utilizing assisted technology in school districts
Dr. Christopher Bonn, Leadership Consultant at OrCam, delves into assistive technology in education. The current teacher shortage crisis in public schools demands immediate attention. With an estimated 405,000 vacancies nationwide and a potential doubling within five years, urgent action is required. Fortunately, assistive technologies present a viable solution to tackle this issue and provide support…
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John Hope Bryant | Operation HOPE
How to teach financial literacy to children
John Hope Bryant, Chairman and CEO of Operation HOPE, delves into financial literacy. Financial literacy and success undoubtedly reduce life's stresses. Yet, money alone doesn't guarantee happiness. Cultivating inner peace and joy alongside financial stability is key to living a fulfilling life. Today, John discusses the philosophy of financial literacy.
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Dr. Richard Savage | California Online Public Schools
Hurdles in traditional, brick-and-mortar education
Dr. Richard Savage, Superintendent at California Online Public Schools, delves into hurdles in traditional, brick-and-mortar education. While traditional schools may struggle to meet individual needs, they are often the sole option for families without access to charter or online alternatives. Thus, parents need to understand the steps they can take to effectively support their children…
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Dr. Julie A. Van Dyke | Cascade Reading
Improving kids’ reading comprehension w/edtech
Dr. Julie A. Van Dyke, Chief Scientist at Cascade Reading, delves into using edtech to enhance children's reading comprehension. Despite the growing popularity of phonics-based curriculums, reading comprehension remains a major challenge for many students. This gap highlights the need to move beyond simply decoding words and prioritize understanding the meaning of what is read.…
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