Are safe spaces coddling the young mind? Are brave spaces empowering the fringe? And is there a healthy marriage of the two? In this episode, Brian and Kasey wrestle through the history of safe spaces, discuss its flaws, and consider a better, braver, and more appropriate way to raise up the current and future generations. References: – The Coddling of … Read More
Curse of Knowledge vs Gap of Knowledge (Part 2): Analyzing the gaps of misunderstanding between teachers and parents
Parents and teachers are on the same side; they both want what is best for the child. However, for a variety of fair and unfair reasons, the gap in understanding seems to be at an all-time high. In this episode, Kasey and Brian acknowledge the stereotypes, discuss potential misunderstandings, and offer solutions of empathy for both sides. References: Made to Stick: … Read More
Curse of Knowledge vs Gap of Knowledge (Part 1): Analyzing the gaps of misunderstanding between teachers and parents
Parents and teachers are on the same side; they both want what is best for the child. However, for a variety of fair and unfair reasons, the gap in understanding seems to be at an all-time high. In this episode, Kasey and Brian acknowledge the stereotypes, discuss the misunderstandings, and begin to offer a way where both sides can start … Read More
Favorite fictional teachers and what they teach us about being human.
From Mr. Feeny to Mr. Holland and Mrs. Johnson, Kasey and Brian discuss a variety of fictional (and nonfictional) teachers who have inspired them to be better teachers, educators, and people. You can hear more on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Please reach out and let us know your thoughts! We would love to hear from you. X (Twitter): … Read More
ChatGPT is going to disrupt education. Here’s how we can (and should) embrace it.
ChatGPT is changing the educational landscape. In this episode, Brian and Kasey argue that this change is not only good for education, it is also needed. Because of ChatGPT, we have an opportunity to shift our focus away from content and towards what truly matters, on the things that will actually change the world . . . the human being … Read More