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The Divided Classroom

The Divided Classroom

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Generation Z is spending its developmental years in the midst of worldwide chaos. What are teens doing in response? Making their voices heard and spearheading movements for positive change. Four teenagers — Omar, Lia, Sana, and Marissa — bring fresh opinions to discussions on current issues both at home and abroad. The team also investigates what we, as change-makers, can do to ensure that our generation’s perspectives are both considered and valued in global discussions.
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Counterculture: (noun) coun·ter·cul·ture \ˈkau̇n-tər-ˌkəl-chər\ a culture with values and customs that are very different from and usually opposed to those accepted by most of society; also : the people who make up a counterculture I’m a blogger producing videos and podcasts that report news and analysis in the sole pursuit of truth. Independent of corporate influence and a political agenda, I think of my reports as an experiment in objectivity. Considering that so much of today’s news repor ...
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Dr. Catlin Tucker is a bestselling author, international trainer, and keynote speaker. She was named Teacher of the Year in 2010 in Sonoma County, where she taught for 16 years. Catlin earned her doctorate in learning technologies from Pepperdine University. Currently, Catlin is working as a blended learning coach, education consultant, and professor in a Masters of Arts in Teaching program. Catlin has published several books on blended learning, including The Shift to Student-led, The Compl ...
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Making Sense of AI

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Welcome to ”Making Sense of AI,” where we unravel the complexities of artificial intelligence, exploring its profound impact on our world. Each episode, we delve into the tension and promise of this transformative technology, seeking to uncover how AI is reshaping ethics, business, education, and beyond. Join us as we navigate the challenges and opportunities of the AI revolution, offering a hopeful vision for the future.
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Golpo is the Bengali word for stories. It is a curious little word, both a verb and a noun at the same time. As a child Rituparna would insist on two stories and two songs every night. She would pretend to go off to sleep testing her parents to see if they'd finish the story they started to tell. When her grandmother told her stories she would kick her legs in the air fighting sleep before it wrapped her in. Golpo, the joy of oral storytelling returned to Rituparna's life as a mother. From a ...
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Presented by Doctor, writer and TV Presenter Xand Van Tulleken and community health psychologist, UCL lecturer and self-proclaimed hippie, Dr Rochelle Burgess. This podcast is about public health, but more importantly, it’s about the systems that need disrupting to make public health better. In each episode, we’ll be challenging the status quo of this field, asking what needs to change, why and how to get there. Each month we’ll be joined by activists, scholars, artists, comedians and indust ...
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In this mini-episode, I share five tips teachers can use to design tasks and assignments that are AI-resistant. These tips seek to capitalize on some of the limitations of AI right now. Designing AI-resistant tasks isn’t about avoiding technology; rather, it’s about designing assignments that challenge students to think critically, collaborate mean…
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In this episode, I chat with Toni Rose Deanon about their journey as an educator and the transition from traditional, teacher-led lessons to a more student-driven, self-paced learning model with the Modern Classroom Project. We explore our shared work supporting teachers, the ways fear can stifle innovation, the limitations of conventional teaching…
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Counter Culture with Aaron Lujan https://aaronlujan.com Ep. 91 - The Food Supply Is Weaponized Jason Lupo and Aaron Lujan discuss RFJ Jr.'s endorsement of President Trump and the issue of ultra processed food entering the forefront of the American conversation. Appearing on "Faith, Family & Fitness" on KGFT 100.7 FM 'The Word' airing every Saturday…
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In this mini-episode, I explore the questions: Why don’t we trust our students? What is it that we really fear? As someone who regularly works with teachers on topics like blended learning, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and student-led learning, one recurring theme I encounter is control. Educators have a lot of fears about releasing control…
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Send us a text One day after interviewing clinical psychologist Hayley Watson for Part 1 of this two-part series about the need for better mental health support in schools, Colt Gray, a 14-year-old student at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia walked onto campus with a military-style rifle and killed two other students and two math teachers. …
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Send us a text Immediately following the fatal shooting of two students and two math teachers at Apalachee High School in Georgia, the predictable debate over gun laws ensued. Less prominent were calls for another remedy for school gun violence that can have an immediate impact and, surprisingly, is not politically polarizing: mental health support…
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In this episode, I chat with Jose Gonzolas, the Chief Technology Officer for the Los Angeles County Office of Education. He was recently named one of the top 100 influencers in education. We chat about data visualization, artificial intelligence, and supporting student and teacher success with technology. You can connect with Jose on X @JRGonzalezS…
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In this episode, Noelle and I discuss five strategies designed to maximize co-teaching using the Station Rotation Model. As schools focus on creating inclusive classrooms and least restrictive learning environments, co-teaching offers an exciting pathway to meet all learners' needs in the classroom. To read more about these strategies and see examp…
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The World Health Organisation highlights the tobacco epidemic as one of the greatest public health crises in history, claiming over 8 million lives annually. Over 7 million of these deaths stem from direct tobacco use, while around 1.3 million are due to second-hand smoke exposure among non-smokers. The scale of the human and economic tragedy that …
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The development of wastewater systems in the 19th century was one of the greatest achievements of public health, but in recent years there has been growing concern and scrutiny of water quality and sewage pollution. The critical issue of sewage contamination in the UK's rivers and seas is having a profound impact on environmental sustainability and…
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Welcome to the sixth episode of "Making Sense of AI," where host Jos Dirkx, World Economic Forum Tech Pioneer, best-selling author and AI founder, and Dr. Leanne Cameron, a prominent lobbyist for AI in education in Australia, delve into the practicalities of implementing AI strategies in the classroom. Dr. Cameron, proud of Australia's pioneering r…
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In this mini-episode, I delve into the reciprocal teaching strategy, highlighting its power to foster critical thinking and deep engagement with media among students. I walk you through the strategy step-by-step and offer practical tips on how to onboard your students effectively. Episode Resource Blog - Reciprocal Teaching with Multimedia Resource…
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In this episode, Jos is joined by Mario Sgarrella, founder of Unpluggo, and Massimiliano Turazzini, an AI enthusiast and entrepreneur. Mario shares his journey from a marketing professional to an advocate for digital well-being, inspired by the birth of his son. He discusses the importance of digital minimalism, the benefits of unplugging, and the …
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Send us a text Rich Harwood knows a thing or two about depolarizing communities. He’s been doing it—successfully—for over 30 years, which is why I wanted to probe his thinking about the widening divides and the worrisome rise of culture wars that are threatening our public schools. Let me simply say, Rich rocked my world! Despite the extensive read…
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"We live in a time of hyper change, experiencing 100 years’ worth of progress in just ten years; it's an opportunity for all of us to shape the future rather than be mere passengers." – Neil Sahota How can AI bring about transformative changes in healthcare and beyond? In this episode, Neil Sahota, leading voice in ethical AI applications, CEO ACSI…
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In this episode, I chat with Eric Sheninger and Nicki Slaugh about their new book Personalize: Meeting the Needs of All Learners. We clarify what personalized learning is and talk about how data, using technology strategically, and focusing on human connection and relationships are key. Eric and Nicki share their experiences and advice about how to…
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Ep. 90 - Keep Phones Out Of The Classroom & 'There Is No Unity With Evil' (Co-Hosting 'Faith, Family, Freedom' on 100.7 FM The Word) Counter Culture with Aaron Lujan https://aaronlujan.comKirjoittanut Aaron Lujan
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Ep. 89 - Missouri Opposes Feds Requiring Doctors To Comply With Gender Transition Mandate (Co-Hosting 'Faith, Family, Freedom' on 100.7 FM The Word) Counter Culture with Aaron Lujan https://aaronlujan.comKirjoittanut Aaron Lujan
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Send us a text In this second of three episodes about a culture war simmering in Middletown, Ohio, we learn how Superintendent Styles responds to allegations of racism and violations of students’ rights because of health mandates. Hint: He didn’t fight back. Instead, he listened to his critics. He then asked for help from the community’s “quiet maj…
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Send us a text This is the first of three episodes about the unusual steps school leaders in Middletown, Ohio took to defuse tensions over race issues and health policies. These tensions could have led to a full-blown culture war - the kind of knock-down, drag out clashes that have pitted educators, parents, and even students against one another in…
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Send us a text In the final episode of this series, several people reflect on the lessons learned from Middletown’s successful efforts to avoid a costly culture war and to unify around an inclusive vision of education that all of its students. In addition to Middletown’s community leaders who share their takeaways from this story, Amanda Ripley, an…
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How can AI drive positive change in education and beyond? In this special episode, insights from Irina Mirkina (AI strategist at UNICEF’s Office of Innovation) and Eve Logunova-Parker (Award-winning AI innovator, CEO of Evenness) are brought together. Along with Jos Dirkx, host of the podcast ‘Making Sense of AI’, we delve into the profound impact …
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In this episode of "Making Sense of AI," join host Jos Dirkx and the visionary co-founder of Feedback Fruits, Ewoud de Kok, as they unveil the hidden barriers EdTech companies encounter when introducing cutting-edge technology to the education sector. Learn more about how to circumvent the startling resistance within public education institutions a…
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In this mini-episode, I dispell some of the misconceptions about what blended learning is and is not. I highlight the benefits of this combination for positioning students to become active agents in the learning experience while freeing teachers to more effectively meet the diverse needs of students in their classes.…
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What up! This week we talk about capitalism and the impact of it. We also discuss racial profiling and how it has effected us. We also touch on family dynamics and being the "first" to achieve something in your family. Always the questions.Kirjoittanut CP's Podcast
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In this episode, I talk with Dr. Randy Laist, Dr. Cynthia Murphy, and Dr. Nicole Brewer about their book Rethinking Writing Instruction in the Age of AI. Discover how the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) form the bedrock of their innovative strategies, aimed at empowering students to discover and amplify their individual voices as …
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In this episode of "Making Sense of AI," host Jos Dirkx and guest Alix Rübsaam, a trailblazer in responsible AI research, take you on an enlightening journey into the world of AI ethics and its profound societal and cultural impacts. Learn about the evolution of data representation and its escalating influence on AI systems over the past decade. Jo…
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What up! This week we talk about clothing, gaming, and lots of AI talk. We discuss the future of AI and its improvements and positives it could bring. We also discuss the concept of an "AI Prison" which is something you don't want to miss. Always the questions.Kirjoittanut CP's Podcast
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Choice boards are a fantastic tool for honoring learner variability and providing students with meaningful choices. Not every student enjoys the same task, so giving them options is critical to maximizing their motivation and focus in a lesson. Choice boards allow us to honor our students’ preferences, needs, and interests, making their learning ex…
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Ep. 85 - District Attorney Candidate for El Paso & Teller County CO David Wilson Interview (Co-hosting 'Faith Family Fitness Freedom' on 100.7 FM The Word) Counter Culture with Aaron Lujan https://aaronlujan.comKirjoittanut Aaron Lujan
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What up! Did you miss us? This week, we discuss the NBA & WNBA, we then touch on outer space and Earth as a whole. We also discuss the government and how it managed through money, which bring us to the question of what is evil? Always the questions.Kirjoittanut CP's Podcast
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In this episode, I chat with Alexis Wiggins, 20-year teacher and author of, The Best Class You Never Taught: How Spider Web Discussion Can Turn Students into Learning Leaders. Alexis explains the purpose, process, and incredible outcomes of using the spider web discussion to engage students in collaborative inquiry and meaning-making. You can conne…
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Local Politics Is The Political Solution with El Paso County Commission District 4 Candidate Raymond Garcia (Co-hosting 'Faith Family Fitness Freedom' on 100.7 FM The Word) Counter Culture w/ Aaron Lujan https://aaronlujan.comKirjoittanut Aaron Lujan
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What up! This week, we discuss the black knight satellite, where the olmec people disappeared to, and media hinting at reality. Then we touch on the music industry and being creative. Keep watching for a reading from Dwann. Always the questions.Kirjoittanut CP's Podcast
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