On this episode of Design Cast, I had the pleasure of chatting with my longtime friend and colleague Dr. Barbara Wrightson. Spanning more than 25 years in the field of education, Barb’s career has encompassed a myriad of roles in PK-12 schooling, ranging from a teacher (of multiple Secondary subjects) to Curriculum Coordinator to Administrator. Additionally, she teaches and trains … Read More
Design Cast – Episode #94 – Fonz Mendoza – My EdTech Life
On this episode of Design Cast, I was fortunate enough to chat with Fonz Mendoza. Fonz is the charismatic host of the popular podcast “My EdTech Life”. He currently serves as an Instructional Software Specialist at a public school district in south Texas. A student himself, Fonz has been able to see first-hand how technology can be used to create … Read More
Design Cast – Episode #93 – Levi Allison – Recess Duty
Levi Allison grew up in a small town in Kansas with dreams of traveling the world. He attended the University of Kansas and obtained a BA in Music Education. His love of music inspired him to join the Marching Jayhawks, the school marching band, during his 4 years at KU. Immediately after university, Levi took a leap (or a plane) … Read More
Episode 26: Challenging the Status Quo with Dr. Michael Nagler
Is it really ok to fail? Not only is it ok, it is the path to learning and success. Dr. Michael Nagler, author of the book “The Design Thinking, Entrepreneurial, Visionary Leader”, joins the show to talk design thinking and innovative school design. That, plus your #PepTalk and more on this week’s show. MORE EPISODES
Design Cast – Episode #92 – Jonathan Nalder & Damien Aldridge – STEM Punks
On this episode of #DesignCast I had the pleasure of speaking to Jonathan Nalder and Damien Aldridge from STEM Punks! It was a great conversation and we talked about how STEM Punks are using Minecraft to create healthy competition in schools with #InnovationSports! I know that you will really enjoy this chat! Connect with Jonathan and Damien through the links … Read More
