How can parents help their children develop healthy habits around gaming and technology? Game developer Hilary Lok and digital well-being expert Nadja Streiter discuss current gaming models, technology addiction warning signs, helpful guidelines and more. Series: "Education Channel" [Humanities] [Show ID: 37007]
How can we help kids develop financial skills to help them thrive in college and beyond? Drew Guthrie and Mike Sheffer share ways for parents and caregivers to engage with kids about financial literacy and critical thinking in their day to day lives. Series: "Education Channel" [Business] [Education] [Show ID: 37006]
A healthy learning ecosystem requires knowledge to be actively shared and implemented. Sustainable learning weaves together practices that allow not only for sharing, but for responding and implementing in our rapidly changing environment. Diana Woolis explains the elements of the framework as well as its applications. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 37035]
High school athletes hoping to compete in college are facing uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. They have been unable to demonstrate their skills for recruiters and are having to find unique ways to showcase their progress. This is compounded by universities eliminating sports programs due to pandemic-related budget cuts. Katie Andersen shares how high school athletes can still make an impact in their college applications and connect with college coaches. Series: "College Applications"...
Join us for a candid conversation between trailblazing women leaders about their personal journeys, their hopes, and their visions for the future. Feminist scholar and author Brittney Cooper, astronaut and scientist Kathy Sullivan, news anchor and reporter Maria Hinojosa share with author and journalist Lynn Sherr what it means to them to be leaders and inspire others. Series: "Women in Science" [Public Affairs] [Humanities] [Science] [Show ID: 36626]
What will learning look like as schools continue to reopen? Educators Morgan Appel, Gabriela Delgado, and Lisa Johnson Davis take a deep dive into how education can and must shift to incorporate the lessons of the pandemic and effectively support students and staff. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36781]
In this wide-ranging conversation, Jesse Nodora shares his journey into a career in public health, how COVID-19 has impacted his mindset and practices, how our pandemic routines may impact our post-pandemic health and much more. Series: "Education Channel" [Health and Medicine] [Education] [Show ID: 36941]
How do homeschool students create an effective transcript when applying for college? Rebecca Stuart-Orlowski joins Steven Mercer to discuss how to develop and represent your curriculum for your college search. Series: "College Applications" [Education] [Show ID: 36827]
Developing a growth mindset can set kids on the path to being resilient and productive. Educators Shelli Kurth and Nicole Assisi share how to support and encourage a growth mindset in young learners. Series: "Staying Sane: Tips for Parenting in Unprecedented Times" [Education] [Show ID: 36779]
Educators Shelli Kurth and Nicole Assisi highlight their favorite strategies for open and productive communication with your child's teachers. Series: "Staying Sane: Tips for Parenting in Unprecedented Times" [Education] [Show ID: 36778]
Being engaged in the world beyond the classroom is a key component of helping K-12 students prepare for their future. Charter schools are uniquely positioned to incorporate community organizations and experiential learning into their curriculum. Leaders in the San Diego charter school community discuss their programs and the impacts on student success. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36823]
Business needs to be understood in the context of the broader social and environmental realities of today. Jeffrey Thies shares how engaging students in conversation with ethical and sustainable businesses helps create not only a deeper understanding of economics but a real world connection to critical business ethics concepts. Series: "Education Channel" [Business] [Education] [Show ID: 36363]
The College Board has eliminated subject matter and essays tests. How will this impact college testing moving forward? Are we moving to a test free future? Is this a cynical, business move? How are AP courses changing how students apply to college? Steven Mercer and Adam Ingersoll examine the new landscape of college admissions testing. Series: "College Applications" [Education] [Show ID: 36773]
Distance learning during the COVID-19 pandemic has sparked frustration but also creativity. Educators Shelli Kurth and Nicole Assisi share the unique ways learning has changed in their households and how they will incorporate these innovations moving forward. Series: "Staying Sane: Tips for Parenting in Unprecedented Times" [Education] [Show ID: 36754]
Educators Helen V. Griffith, EdD, Cheryl James-Ward, EdD, and Nicole Jones share perspectives on how to overcome challenges so that African American students receive a high-quality, equitable education in California schools. Series: "Education Channel" [Humanities] [Education] [Show ID: 36632]
How can parents make healthy eating part of their already busy schedules? Shelli Kurth and Nicole Assisi share simple tricks they have learned as working moms to foster healthy eating habits at home. Series: "Staying Sane: Tips for Parenting in Unprecedented Times" [Health and Medicine] [Education] [Show ID: 36620]
What does college actually cost and how do you know what you can afford? Steven Mercer and Jodi Okun share the tools you can use to get an accurate estimate and the questions to ask financial aid offices. Find out how to use the net price calculator effectively throughout the college application process. They also share how to discuss the fiscal aspects of college as a family, institutional grant aid, and scholarship options. Series: "College Applications" [Education] [Show ID: 36617]
Incorporating movement into your day can help increase focus and mood for both you and your child. Educators Shelli Kurth and Nicole Assisi share ideas to help make movement part of your day - no matter how hectic your schedule. Series: "Staying Sane: Tips for Parenting in Unprecedented Times" [Education] [Show ID: 36607]
Hotel con Corazón offers socially conscious travelers the opportunity to stay at a boutique hotel in developing countries, and as they have a wonderful experience, they allocate their profits to funding educational projects to allow at-risk children to finish their basic education. Hear from founder Marcel Zuidhof and panelists from the AIM2Flourish program about the companies beginnings and their goals for the future. Series: "Education Channel" [Business] [Show ID: 36468]
TAMGA Designs has created a supply chain that focuses on ethical treatment of garment workers, and environmentally-friendly dyes and fabrics in an industry infamous for its mistreatment of workers, pollution of air and waterways, and intense use of water and chemicals. In this engaging panel discussion, founder Eric Dales shares the company's story and ethos. Series: "Education Channel" [Business] [Show ID: 36370]
How can you have a festive holiday season during a pandemic? Get creative, be flexible, and set realistic expectations. Educators Shelli Kurth and Nicole Assisi share tips and traditions to help your family navigate this time of year. Series: "Staying Sane: Tips for Parenting in Unprecedented Times" [Education] [Show ID: 36629]
NeedsList was founded to improve the response to humanitarian and natural disasters so that the needs of people experiencing displacement can be met in an efficient, sustainable, dignified manner. Founder Natasha Freidus shares how NeedsList operates and the importance of doing business for good. She is joined in conversation by 2020 Flourish Prize winners who share her passion for sustainable business. Series: "Education Channel" [Business] [Education] [Show ID: 36379]
Grosche International Inc. is in the business of tea and coffee products but also in the business of action. Action to take action, and better the lives of those who are not able on their own, teaching developing communities how to make, install and maintain water filtration systems and providing communities with the tools to succeed. Megan Buchter talks with CEO Helmi Ansari and teacher Matthew Mulhern about the mission of the company and inspiring a new generation of change makers. Series: "Ed...
Rooted in the ethos of the UN's Global Sustainability Goal #16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions), Humblebee LLC brings improv practices and psychological positivity into the business world. Founding partner Emily Wyner shares her perspectives on building a business that encourages intentionality, promotes equity, and reduces structural inequalities both for clients and collaborators. In this engaging discussion, Wyner and a panel from Saint Joseph's University dig deep into improv for bus...
The AIM2Flourish program gives students around the world the opportunity to engage with businesses working toward a better future. Stephanie Shaw of St. John's University discusses her experience talking to the founders of innovative food sharing app, OLIO. Rooted in the ethos of UN Global Sustainability Goal #2 (No hunger), OLIO is committed to ending food waste for the betterment of society at large. Series: "Education Channel" [Business] [Education] [Show ID: 36364]
Rest is hard to come by theses days but it is more important than ever for K-12 students. Educators Shelli Kurth and Nicole Assisi share tips to help establish healthy sleep habits for kids and teens. Series: "Staying Sane: Tips for Parenting in Unprecedented Times" [Education] [Show ID: 36414]
Think only a tear-jerking story of tragedy and triumph will suffice in your college application essay? Think again. Steven Mercer explains how to construct a clear and purposeful essay grounded in your everyday life. Series: "College Applications" [Education] [Show ID: 36562]
How do you decide which college is right for you? Steven Mercer shares four key questions to ask to find the best fit. Series: "College Applications" [Education] [Show ID: 36469]
AIM2Flourish is the world’s first higher-education curriculum incorporating the UN Sustainable Development Goals and businesses working toward a better world. Roberta Baskin, Megan Buchter, and George Dionne discuss the foundations of the program, its global reach, the art of appreciative inquiry, student success stories and more. Series: "Education Channel" [Public Affairs] [Business] [Show ID: 36224]
Remote learning is an opportunity to make your student's screen time quality time. Educators Shelli Kurth and Nicole Assisi share their favorite online resources to supplement learning. Series: "Staying Sane: Tips for Parenting in Unprecedented Times" [Education] [Show ID: 36300]
