Better Learning Podcast

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The Better Learning Podcast is about improving education at all levels - Schools (public, charter, private, independent), Higher Education, & Corporate/Adult Learning. The major theme is to break down the silos and learn from others doing innovative things in education. We highlight innovative programs & initiatives, lessons learned, improvements to educational space, and real-world tactics while getting a deeper understanding of the people behind the innovation. Our guests include Heads of Schools, Superintendents, Principals, Entrepreneurs, Non-profit leaders and other innovators. Kevin Stoller, CEO of Kay-Twelve.com & author of Creating Better Learning Environments, is the host.

Caroline Allen | The Yass Prize: Recognizing "STOP" Educators

Jun 28, 2023

When the pandemic hit, every educator in America was impacted. Schools were physically closed and there was a frantic push to transform entire curricula designed for in-person learning into virtual experiences that would benefit children. In 2021, Janine and Jeff Yass started The Yass Prize to honor some of...

Scott Meyer | Using AI to Drive Change in Education

Jun 21, 2023

Scott Meyer has a very unique background. He has a master's degree in Philosophy, Peace, and Conflict Transformation and he now works in the world of AI. He's the perfect guest to come speak about what's happening currently in education and how we can prepare ourselves for the future. Scott emphasizes the importance of...

Kelly Smith | A Year Later: Catching Up on Micro Schools and Education

Jun 14, 2023

Our world feels chaotic and divided. That's the bad news. The good news is that the next generation of leaders are sitting in classrooms right now and we have an opportunity to prepare them for the future. Kelly Smith, founder of the microschool Prenda, joins the show to discuss the future of education and how we can...

Roundtable | Seeds of Change: Rethinking School Nutrition

Jun 7, 2023

This episode brings together a roundtable of nutrition and school experts to discuss the complexities of nutritious school meals, the impact of changing dietary regulations, and innovative approaches to food education. They also explore potential changes in the area of school and nutrition, such as enhancing fruit...