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In its 13th year, this show is a series of expertly facilitated conversations with world experts in a variety of disciplines. These conversations illuminate problems, issues and solutions faced and considered by aspiring and veteran leaders.

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Research Associate at University of Waterloo, Canada, Maksim Rudnev joins us to share his research on how logical thinking and empathy define wisdom. He is a quantitative social scientist interested in human values, wisdom, and social perception, as well as their development across various cultures and countries. He focuses on understanding the substance of cultural (in)variability and the methods intrinsically linked to cross-cultural inference. Tune in for this broadcast on Wednesday, September 25 @ 6pm EST!
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Conflicting stories about the seriousness of the COVID-19 pandemic have left many adults anxious, confused and upset. What about the children? Many will take cues from their adult caretakers while many others are left wondering... more
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For the past two weeks, we have focused on the COVID-19 Pandemic from the perspective of adults - teachers, parents, school and district leaders and community members. This broadcast features a number of children from... more
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While it may be hard to imagine at this point a world without COVID-19 restrictions, the day will come when we will try to resume our lives and routines before this all happened. In addition to making up for lost academic... more
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Parents all over the US have suddenly been thrust into the role of teacher, parent, custodian, cafeteria worker, aide, curriculum specialist and principal. After two weeks, resources and patience are wearing thin and parents are experiencing a... more
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School and district leaders were given as little as 48 hours notice in some areas to prepare staff and communities to be part of a whole-scale transition to on-line learning all over the United States. On this broadcast, you will hear from some... more
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All over the US, teachers and principals were hit with the mandate to implement on-line learning procedures to keep students engaged in the learning process almost overnight. With little time for preparation, instructional staff members... more
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Governments around the globe have ordered the wholesale closing of schools and educational institutions. Today's panel of educators confirmed from Brazil, China, Taiwan, France, Romania and South Africa to share what they are experiencing... more
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Parents and Educators are searching for ways to keep children engaged at their homes during Shelter-In-Place and Stay-Home Orders. Today's show will highlight some of the things suggested by some award-winning educators from... more
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The global pandemic surrounding COVID-19 has shaken our world society at its core. In the world of education, professionals are struggling to deal with feelings of anxiety, depression, stress and uncertainty. Our guests are educators from... more
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Join us on Wednesday, August 14 at 2pm EST for an exciting discussion about the leadership for challenging urban contexts. Our guest, Kimberly Neal is the founder of Believe Schools in Indianapolis, Indiana. Kimberly was most recently... more
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