The Doctoral Classroom

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This podcast documents my journey through my doctoral program, using coursework as a starting point to explore key ideas in education through scholarly inquiry. Each episode reflects on readings, theories, research, and class discussions, examining how they connect to real-world educational practice, leadership, and service. The podcast explores my understanding of teaching, learning, and educational improvement throughout the doctoral process.

Episodes

  1. May 2

    Augustine’s Timeless Teaching Secrets

    In this episode, we explore Augustine’s pathological theories of education and their relevance in today’s classroom.

  2. May 2

    WW II Broke the Classroom?

    This episode explores teacher and educational impact as a result of World War Two.

  3. Apr 9

    The Evolution of Accountability

    This episode explores the evolution of the accountability movement and my predictions of what the future of education may look like.

  4. Apr 9

    High Stakes Testing

    This podcast explores my paper, The Impact of High-Stakes Testing.

  5. Mar 30

    The Federal Education Puzzle

    In this episode, we briefly discuss some of the reasons behind the call to close the Department of Education

  6. Mar 28

    Lev Vygotsky’s Social Constructivism: Foundations for Technology Enhanced Learning

    Lev Vygotsky’s educational theories explain the importance of social interaction, cultural context, and guided support promoting cognitive development. My paper examines Vygotsky’s contributions within a historical and cultural context during early 20th-century Russia. Vygotsky’s constructivist perspective emphasizes the role of cultural tools, language, and symbols that are essential for learning to occur. Learners must work collaboratively with a More Knowledgeable Other (MKO) who can offer scaffolds which allows the learner to stay within their Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD), in order to be able to problem-solve and think independently. The modern application of Vygotsky’s ideas is explored through the lens of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its role as a digital MKO that can provide individual support, enhance collaboration, and address diverse learning needs. This paper also offers opposing viewpoints to Vygotsky’s theories as well as modern-day implications. Integrating Vygotsky’s ideas with emerging technology can promote independent thinkers and create inclusive learning environments.

    Lev Vygotsky’s Social Constructivism: Foundations for Technology Enhanced Learning

  7. Mar 22

    Podcast purpose

    This is the first podcast outlining the purpose and goals of my channel.

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This podcast documents my journey through my doctoral program, using coursework as a starting point to explore key ideas in education through scholarly inquiry. Each episode reflects on readings, theories, research, and class discussions, examining how they connect to real-world educational practice, leadership, and service. The podcast explores my understanding of teaching, learning, and educational improvement throughout the doctoral process.

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