Ep 24: Focusing on student strengths over weaknesses; student-run help desks in schools - podcast episode cover

Ep 24: Focusing on student strengths over weaknesses; student-run help desks in schools

Apr 29, 201922 min
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Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.

This week, Ryan hosts the show. Sarah talks about education approaches that focus more in increasing student strengths over limiting their weaknesses. Mike introduces the idea of a student-run help desks. Not only can this idea alleviate stress from an I.T. standpoint, but these tech support systems can be an opportunity for students gain developmental training.

Hosts: Michael Hernandez (@edtechmichael); Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)

Producer: Michael Hernandez (@edtechmichael)
Post-Production: Ross Ulysse
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