Edufuturists #264 Creating a Culture of Innovation with Jo Hardy

In this episode of the podcast, we have a thought-provoking conversation with Jo Hardy, Director of Innovation at TTS (formerly RM). We explore the evolving landscape of education, emphasising the importance of innovation, the need for a supportive culture, and the role of technology in modern learning.

Jo shares her insights on the challenges faced by educators, the significance of coding and computational thinking, and the impact of community engagement through charity work. The discussion highlights the necessity for educational practices to adapt to the changing world, fostering creativity and resilience among students and teachers alike.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Guest Background

05:47 The Role of Innovation in Education

11:06 Creating a Culture of Innovation

16:37 The Impact of School Policies on Creativity

24:11 The Importance of Coding and Computational Thinking

32:29 Resilience and Learning from Failure

40:01 Community Engagement and Supporting Disadvantaged Children

Connect with Jo

Thanks so much for joining us again for another episode - we appreciate you. Ben & Steve x Championing those who are making the future of education a reality. Follow us on XFollow us on LinkedInCheck out all about Edufuturists Want to sponsor future episodes or get involved with the Edufuturists work? Get in touchGet your tickets for Edufuturists Uprising 2025