Harvard Professor Jon Star explores why the reading wars and math wars keep resurfacing, what counts as credible research evidence in education, and how research should inform teaching and learning. In this episode of the EdCast, Star examines the history behind debates over the science of reading and science of math, the tension between explicit instruction ... Show More
Nov 12
Head Start Overhaul: What Could the Proposed Federal Changes Mean? | Katie Hamm
For more than 60 years, Head Start has been a cornerstone of early childhood education, shaping everything from classroom requirements and family support services to the standards educators are expected to meet. The federally funded program serves more than 700,000 children, and ... Show More
24m 25s
Dec 2024
Episode 1 - Introduction to Education Matters
<p><em>Education Matters</em> explores how education shapes society, democracy, and the future. Through insightful conversations with educators, administrators, technology leaders, scientists and philosophers, this podcast explores the challenges, successes, and evolving landscap ... Show More
5m 23s
Jun 2023
How to design a school for the future | Punya Mishra
In all the conversations about improving education for children, the voices of students, teachers and community members are often left out. Educational designer Punya Mishra offers a method to shift that paradigm, taking us through new thinking on the root of success (and failure ... Show More
9m 14s
Nov 2025
572. Navigating Education, Ideology, and Children | Answer the Call
Dr. Peterson discusses education challenges, praising homeschooling over the flawed K-12 system, exploring new learning models, and stressing critical thinking in a world dominated by low-attention span media environments. He also highlights the importance of teacher passion, cha ... Show More
59m 35s
May 2022
Designing Inclusive Curricula for Multicultural Classrooms
In this episode of the Teachers Podcast, Elaine Ding, Analyst with the Education Global Practice at the World Bank spoke with Dr. Keishia Thorpe, English Teacher at the International High School Langley Park in Maryland, USA and the winner of the prestigious 2021 Global Teacher P ... Show More
20m 39s
Sep 2024
Micro Series: Finding Purpose in a World of Uncertainty
<p>As concerns about the environment, climate change, politics, and the future weigh heavily on the minds of young people, many are left questioning the value of their education and their ability to make a difference. In this micro-series episode, we address these pressing issues ... Show More
2m 29s