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PODCAST

The Harvard EdCast

Harvard Graduate School of Education

In the complex world of education, the Harvard EdCast keeps the focus simple: what makes a difference for learners, educators, parents, and our communities. The EdCast is a weekly podcast about the ideas that shape education, from early learning through college and career. We talk to teachers, researchers, policymakers, and leaders of schools and systems in the US and around the world — looking for positive approaches to the challenges and inequities in education. Through authentic conversation, we

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00:16:42

Knight of Reform

The Harvard EdCast ·

2013/01/25

In this edition of the Harvard EdCast, Sir Michael Barber, head of McKinsey's Global Education Practice discusses a new international report, hope for U.S. public schools, and what is means to be a reformer.

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00:22:31

College for All? Maybe Not

The Harvard EdCast ·

2013/01/25

In this edition of the Harvard EdCast, Bill Symonds, director of the Pathways to Prosperity Project, discusses the project, its implications, and how the country has reacted.

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00:18:59

Holding Reformers Accountable

The Harvard EdCast ·

2013/01/25

Whitney Tilson, investor and champion of education initiatives, from KIPP to TFA, discusses genuine school reform and reflects on why he spends his free time committed to this fight.

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00:14:28

Toxic Stress in Early Childhood

The Harvard EdCast ·

2013/01/25

Jack Shonkoff, director of the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University, shares new research on the lingering effects of toxic stress during early childhood.

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00:22:31

The Urban Education Toolkit

The Harvard EdCast ·

2013/01/25

In this edition of the Harvard EdCast, Warren Simmons, Executive Director of the Annenberg Institute for School Reform at Brown University shares his insights on improving urban schools in America. Direct download: simmons.mp3

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00:13:02

Designing a Digital Curriculum

The Harvard EdCast ·

2013/01/25

Susan Sclafani, vice president of programs for the Pearson Foundation shares insight into the new digital curriculum being developed to adopt the common core standards.

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00:20:14

How Schools Teach Character

The Harvard EdCast ·

2013/01/25

Scott Seider, author of the book "Character Compass," shares his research on how powerful school culture can point students toward success.

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00:09:18

Seeking Peace

The Harvard EdCast ·

2013/01/25

Janet Connors, social justice activist in Dorchester, MA reflects on the unique philosophy of restorative justice and examines how it can bring peace into difficult situations.

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00:09:46

Education 2016

The Harvard EdCast ·

2013/01/25

Paul Reville, secretary of education for Massachusetts, sheds light on the future of education policy with four more years of the Obama administration.

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00:16:23

Make Just One Change

The Harvard EdCast ·

2013/01/25

Dan Rothstein and Luz Santana, authors of the book, Make Just One Change, explain why teaching students to ask their own questions just may revolutionize the classroom.

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00:13:01

Educations Nations

The Harvard EdCast ·

2013/01/25

Carnell Chosa and Regis Pecos, cofounders and codirectors of the Leadership Institute and Summer Policy Academy at the Santa Fe Indian School share a brief history of educational sovereignty and Native American education in New Mexico.

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00:12:13

Community Organizing 101

The Harvard EdCast ·

2013/01/25

Alberto Retana, Executive VP of Community Coalition in LA discusses community organizing in the context of the 2012 National Community Organizing and School Reform conference held at HGSE.

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00:10:11

A Man of Principals

The Harvard EdCast ·

2013/01/25

Roland Barth, founder of The Principals' Center at HGSE reflects on the unique and evolving position of school leader.

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00:12:14

Stray Dogs, Saints, and Saviors

The Harvard EdCast ·

2013/01/25

Alexander Russo, author of the book "Stray Dogs, Saints, and Saviors" discusses how one of the toughest schools in the country was turned around.

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00:21:22

Are You a Global Citizen?

The Harvard EdCast ·

2013/01/25

In this podcast, Professor Fernando Reimers, director of the Ed School's International Education Policy Program, discussed the importance of global citizenship.

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00:16:07

Toxic Stress in Early Childhood

The Harvard EdCast ·

2013/01/25

Jack Shonkoff, director of the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University, shares new research on the lingering effects of toxic stress during early childhood.

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00:17:05

Stacking Up School Libraries

The Harvard EdCast ·

2013/01/25

Rebecca Morris, assistant professor of library and information science at Simmons College, describes the evolving landscape of school libraries and reframes the perception of the 21st century school librarian.

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00:12:27

Not Your Typical Rainn Wilson College Tour

The Harvard EdCast ·

2013/01/25

Rainn Wilson, actor and activist shares details of the denial of higher education rights to people of the Bahá'í Faith in Iran, while discussing the film 'Education Under Fire' at the Harvard Graduate School of Education.

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00:13:03

Oprah Winfrey: Thoughts on Gaga, Bullying, and Harvard

The Harvard EdCast ·

2013/01/25

Oprah Winfrey, media icon and philanthropist, reflects on helping Lady Gaga launch the Born This Way Foundation during her visit at Harvard on Feb 29th, 2012.

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00:15:06

The Voice of the Teachers' Union

The Harvard EdCast ·

2013/01/25

In this edition of the Harvard EdCast, Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers, discusses protests in Madison, the continued need for unions, and shares a bit about her own personal life outside of work.

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