LEARN Podcasts
LEARN Podcasts is a show that highlights the work of innovative educators with their students as well as the services that LEARN offers to support learning in the English milieu. The show is a part of our core mission of supporting the English education community in Quebec.
Episodes
42 episodes
ShiftED Podcast #37 In Conversation with Eric Curts on Balancing EdTech and Digital Well-Being
What happens when a middle school math teacher with a knack for tech becomes a leading voice in education technology? Join us as Eric Curts takes us through his fascinating journey from classroom to tech integration specialist. Eric's story is ...
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Episode 37
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37:43
ShiftED Podcast #36: In Conversation with Matt Miller on Embracing EdTech and AI
Curious about how you can transform your classroom with technology? This week, we feature Matt Miller, a former high school Spanish teacher who has become a prominent voice in the world of educational technology. Broadcasting from his peaceful ...
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Episode 36
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28:47
ShiftED Podcast #35: The Tinkering Workshop: Shop Talk with Ryan Jenkins
What happens when you combine the whimsy of a child's imagination with the rigor of science? Ryan Jenkins, co-founder of the Wonderful Idea Company and an influential personality at the Exploratorium in San Francisco, shares his unexpected jour...
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Episode 35
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32:40
ShiftEd Podcast #34: The Power of Play: In Conversation with Head of Education Impact for Lego Education Bo Stern Thomsen
Bo, a seasoned educator with a background in design, architecture, and technology, has dedicated over 15 years to exploring the intersection of play and education. His journey into Lego Education was inspired by a deep-rooted belief in the powe...
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Episode 34
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27:39
ShiftED Podcast #33: In a conversation with Bonnie Schmidt of Let’s Talk Science
In this podcast episode, we engages with Bonnie Schmidt, CEO from "Let's Talk Science" to discuss the significance of STEM education. Bonnie shares her journey into science education, inspired by a passionate high school biology teacher, and th...
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Episode 33
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34:36
ShiftEd Podcast 32: In Conversation with Dr. Debbie Pushor
In this episode of the ShiftED Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Debbie Pushor, a distinguished educator, researcher, and professor at the University of Saskatchewan. Dr. Pushor shared her insightful research on fostering positive re...
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29:58
ShiftED Podcast #31 – In Conversation with Lee Crockett: It’s Not About You!
Welcome back to another school year and the start of a new episode of ShiftED podcast. On episode 31, I welcomed Lee Crockett for insight into starting off a new school year. We delved into various topics related to education and personal growt...
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36:56
ShiftEd Podcast #30: In Conversation with Peter Skillen
The conversation explores Peter's path from educator to technology integration leader. He details his early teaching experiences, his passion for computers, and his introduction of Logo programming to students in the 1980s. Peter emphasizes the im...
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41:29
ShiftEd Podcast #29: In Conversation with George Couros
Welcome back to the ShiftED Podcast, where we explore the transformative power of education through insightful conversations and innovative ideas. Today, we delve into the captivating mindset of George Couros, an educator, author, and advocate for...
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25:58
ShiftEd Podcast #28: In Conversation with Nick Maturo of ELAN
Nick Maturo, interim CEO of ELAN, the English Language Artists Network, joined Chris Colley, consultant from LEARN and RÉCIT Provincial Service for the Anglophone, for a wonderful conversation about their steadfast commitment to fostering linguist...
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24:48
ShiftEd Podcast #27: In Conversation with Robert Martellacci
Welcome to ShiftED, the podcast where we embark on a journey through the ever-evolving landscape of education technology. On this episode, we have the privilege of navigating the EdTech frontier and beyond with our esteemed guest, Robert Martellac...
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ShiftED Podcast #26: in Conversation with Author Susan Linn
World renowned author, psychologist and ventriloquist Susan Linn joined ShiftED podcasts to talk about screen-time’s effects on our youngest learners. We discussed the impacts that marketing has on our children and how to curb kids away from scree...
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26:38
ShiftED Podcast #25: In Conversation with Scott DeJong: Gamifying Education
Scott DeJong is a PhD student in Communication studies at Concordia University examining serious play, web literacy and digital cultures. I recently caught up with Scott to discuss the difference between gamification and game-based learning, the p...
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ShiftEd Podcast #24: In Conversation with Ron Canuel
Educational strategist Ron Canuel joined ShiftED podcasts for an intriguing conversation on technology integration into school systems. Ron’s 44 year perspective is rich in experiences, practices and strategies to better engage students throughout...
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28:09
ShiftED Podcast #23: In Conversation with Eric Rosenbaum
On the latest instalment of ShiftED Podcasts we had the great fortune to talk with Eric Rosenbaum, director from the Scratch Lab. A Lifelong Kindergarten alumni, Eric has been with Scratch from the get go, developing creative tools for learning. N...
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28:22
ShiftED Podcast #22 with Lance Eaton: A.I. in Education
Lance Eaton, a writer, educator, instructional designer, educational and social media consultant in Providence, Rhode Island. Lance joined ShiftED to discuss A.I. as a tipping point in education. We hope you enjoy our conversation about education ...
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28:58
The Bloomer Report - Spoken Word Roundtable
Teachers and artists talk about their experiences leading the spoken word poetry process with students. It’s an inspiring discussion that covers tips and techniques for “teaching” spoken word poetry, but also emphasizes the benefits of fostering c...
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ShiftED Podcast #21: In Conversation with Gary Stager
I throughly enjoyed talking with one of my mentors, author, educator, maker, programmer, musician Gary Stager. I have been following Gary for well over two decades, so it is such a treat to talk with him again and be able to ask him anything. We c...
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41:31
ShiftED Podcast #20: In Conversation with Digital Moment's Mike Deutsch & Matthew Griffin
Digital Moments Our Approach: We are catalyzing change makers through immersive and engaging experiences where young people can learn digital skills such as coding, algorithm and data literacy, and artificial intelligence to have a social impact. ...
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42:15
ShiftED Podcast #19: In Conversation with Dwayne Matthews
At this year's installation of the LCEEQ provincial conference we had the great pleasure of listening to Chief Innovation Evangelist, and Future of Education Strategist Dwyane Matthews. His talk was so compelling and dare I say timely, where he as...
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44:53
ShiftED Podcast #18: In Conversation with Dr. Peter Liljedhal
In between professional development sessions with Quebec educators, Peter Liljedahl carved out some time to chat about his amazing book “Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics”. A thoughtful conversation about how to engage more learners into...
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35:35
ShiftED Podcast #17: In Conversation with Outdoor Learning Expert Juliet Robertson
Just before the holidays I had the great privilege of sitting down with educator, author and outdoor learning expert Juliet Robertson for a wonderful chat about her journey into outdoor learning and play. We discussed her own experiences as a teac...
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37:36
ShiftED #16 – In conversation with Cindy Hovington - The Simplicity of the toys kids play with...
Follow Cindy @ https://www.curiousneuron.com On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/curious_neuron/
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36:33
ShiftED #15 - In Conversation with Ian Shanahan, editor in chief of GREEN TEACHER
In the latest ShiftED podcast #15 I spoke with Ian Shanahan, editor and chief at Green Teacher. We discussed leveraging OutdoorEd, inquiry based learning and student agency. Please find o...
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Episode 15
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38:52
ShiftED #14 – Research Behind Early Childhood Development with Eva de Gosztonyi & Catherine Korah
THE CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE FOR BEHAVIOUR MANAGEMENT (CEBM) As a support to the 10 English School Boards of Quebec, the CEBM aims to enable boards and their staff to find developmentally friendly and trauma informed interventions that are ...
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