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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 fo... more

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With about one in four children in the U.S. now living in immigrant families, Harvard Associate Professor Gabrielle Oliveira argues that supporting their wellbeing should be a national priority – not just for the children themselves, but for the stre... more

Looking back at the early history of U.S. education, Harvard Professor Jarvis Givens says we’ve long told the story in fragments: Native education in one lane, Black education in another, and the rise of white common schools somewhere else. But in hi... more

Harvard Graduate School of Education Professor Jal Mehta knows that education research matters – it has the power to shape schools, classrooms, and policy. Yet, today, in increased political polarization, many may question whether education research ... more

In the wake of the pandemic, tutoring has become a central strategy for helping students recover academically but not all tutoring is created equal. Liz Cohen, vice president of policy at 50CAN, has been closely studying the rapid rise of tutoring pr... more

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Jarvis Givens
Harvard professor who studies the relationship between race and power in schools.
Harvard Graduate School of Education
Episode: Race, Power, and the Making of America's Schools
Jal Mehta
Harvard professor and co-director of the Deeper Learning Institute
Harvard Graduate School of Education
Episode: Is Education Research Becoming Partisan?
Liz Cohen
Vice President of Policy at 50Can and author of The Future of Tutoring.
50Can
Episode: How High-Impact Tutoring Is Reshaping Post-Pandemic Learning Recovery
Elizabeth Bonawitz
Associate professor at The Harvard Graduate School of Education
Harvard Graduate School of Education
Episode: How Curiosity Can Unlock Learning for Every Child
Dreama Gentry
Founder and CEO of Partners for Rural Impact
Partners for Rural Impact
Episode: The Rural Promise: Pathways to Opportunity for Every Student
Stephanie Smith Budhai
Associate Professor in the Educational Technology Program
University of Delaware
Episode: Teaching Students to Think Critically About AI
Marie Heath
Associate Professor of Learning Design and Technology
Loyola University, Maryland
Episode: Teaching Students to Think Critically About AI
Anjali Adukia
Assistant Professor at the University of Chicago and Director of the MeeLab
University of Chicago
Episode: What Textbooks Teach Us — And What They Don’t
Lily Howard Scott
Educator and author of The Words That Shape Us, the science-based power of teaching language.
Episode: The Words We Choose: How Language Shapes Children's Emotional Lives

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Jill Anderson
Host of a podcast focusing on the complexities of education, emphasizing dialogues with educators and experts to create accessible conversations around educational topics.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 145 ratings
  • Disturbing but insightful, thanks.

    Great show, I wish you didn’t have to report on such things.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BuffyRika
    United Statesa year ago
  • State of the Art Information

    This is the present and future of education from the hand of Harvard academics!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    __rxfx
    Mexico2 years ago
  • Pandemic state testing

    This episode was absolute garbage. Not only was it not compelling, it was convoluted and, frankly, absurd. Thinly veiled political shenanigans.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    ppiinncckk
    United States5 years ago
  • An essential listen for lifelong learners!

    So grateful for the Harvard EdCast! No matter the topic, I gain actionable information from every episode. An incredible resource for administrators, educators, and parents alike!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Arlie K
    United States5 years ago
  • What a disappointment

    Tea time @ Harvard. What a disappointment! But when you are Harvard, you can sell the banal as profound.

    Hegemony even in education. There are better podcasts, even in education. Just one’s taste, and just one’s needs. For me, this is just filler-air and book sales. What a disappointment! Ph.Ds? I’ll go on to my other podcasts.

    Listen to the interview with the Dean of Education at Harvard U, and hear the empty air of U.S. higher education fill the space of time with empty words and their ... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    August Consumer
    United States5 years ago

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Reviews highlight the podcast's strong production quality and engaging conversations, with some feeling that certain episodes could be more impactful.
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There are mixed opinions about the relevance of the topics discussed, with criticism about the complexity of some discussions not aligning with everyday educational realities.
Listeners find the content insightful and relevant, particularly appreciating the diverse range of expert guests.

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Race, Power, and the Making of America's Schools
Q: What does it mean to confront this history honestly for more equitable schools today?
It's crucial for developing effective solutions by understanding that educational injustices are deeply connected to historical dispossession and inequalities.
Race, Power, and the Making of America's Schools
Q: How does uncovering the political economy of education help explain some of the longstanding inequities we see in schools today?
It forces us to see how schools serve as major institutions that reproduce social hierarchies and the effects of race on these inequities.
How High-Impact Tutoring Is Reshaping Post-Pandemic Learning Recovery
Q: Should states see tutoring as a tool to improve learning outcomes broadly?
Yes, parents support increased access to tutoring, highlighting equity as an important concern in education.
How High-Impact Tutoring Is Reshaping Post-Pandemic Learning Recovery
Q: What happens when tutoring doesn't work?
Tutoring often fails when it is done through on-demand services that students don't engage with actively.
How High-Impact Tutoring Is Reshaping Post-Pandemic Learning Recovery
Q: Has finding the tutors been a challenge in some places?
The flexibility in who can serve as a tutor has resulted in a diverse range of effective tutors, including high school and college students.

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Focusing on the nuances within the field of education, the podcast offers insights from a range of experts—including educators, researchers, and policy-makers—about effective strategies and innovations that can enhance learning experiences from early childhood through higher education. Episodes address various dimensions of education such as inclusivity, social justice, and the impact of historical contexts on contemporary educational practices. By deconstructing complex topics into accessible conversations, it aims to inform and inspire educators, parents, and community members alike, encouraging them to engage critically with the educational landscape and advocate for transformative change.

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2. Jal Mehta
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4. Elizabeth Bonawitz
5. Dreama Gentry
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7. Marie Heath
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