On this episode of #DesignCast I had the pleasure of speaking to Rezuan Chowdhury. He is based in Bangladesh and is currently a PYP coordinator. Rezuan is a researcher, author, and educator, but actually started his career in business administration! He has several interesting insights into his career so far. I invite you to sit back, relax and enjoy this … Read More
Design Cast – Episode #97 – Dianne Blackburn – Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
On this episode of Design Cast, I had the incredible experience of talking to Dianne Blackburn. Dianne is an independent Educational Consultant working with international schools globally. She has many years of consultancy experience in pedagogical leadership, change management, and educator training solutions.Dianne has worked extensively with large groups of schools in the Middle East and Europe, supporting their development … Read More
Design Cast – Episode #96 – Ryan Ford – The ‘Design Odyssey’ Framework
On this episode of Design Cast, I had the terrific honor of speaking to Ryan Ford. Ryan is a 25-year veteran of digital design. He has been fortunate enough to lead design at some of the internet’s most interesting destinations: DeviantArt, Crunchyroll, chime, vida health, and now Crackle & Redbox (where he is working to revitalize these brands). His background … Read More
Design Cast – Episode #95 – Dr. Barbara Wrightson – Are UX/LX the Future of Education?
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