How'd We Get Here?

Mark-Anthony Karam, edTechXD
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A podcast series on education + design with wellness in mind. Subscribe and join our conversations as we uncover the intangible variables of every-day life that impact us as students, educators, and professionals in the field of design. @edtechxd

  1. 29/09/2020

    Mind States (Bonus) — Semone Kassim-Joseph, Mental Health Counsellor.

    Semone shares her personal story.We discuss student challenges in an online environment versus being in a physical classroom.We discuss how personal setbacks Impact learning, success, and how we might use them to build resilience.We define mental wellness, health vs mental illness And the factors that contribute to both in a positive and negative manner.We discuss what might trigger various states of mental health in a learning environment and how we might reduce them.How we might overcome or manage stressors in our daily lives.Internal and external resources for students to cope with mental health or illness.Resources for student community support within Humber College. /// Resources. Humber College resources that focus on inclusion and student engagement & support can be found under the Humber Student Life website at: http://humber.ca/student-life/ The ‘Indigenous Education and Engagement’ at: https://humber.ca/indigenous/ The ‘Black Academic Success and Engagement’ at: https://humber.ca/thebase/ The ‘LGBTQ+’ Resource at: https://humber.ca/lgbtq/resource-centre The ‘Student and Community Engagement’ department at: https://humber.ca/sce/

    Mind States (Bonus) — Semone Kassim-Joseph, Mental Health Counsellor.

  2. 15/09/2020

    Humber Play Days — Heather Lowry, Associate Dean. Faculty of Media & Creative Arts.

    Heather discusses how she got started in design and her beginnings as an educator.What are play days?The process of participating in play days.What influenced the initiative and concept.Having a support system that encourages 'Play' in higher education.The benefits of Play Days for students and teachers.Feedback and how prior Play Days have impacted learning.How other departments or schools can launch their own Play Day activities.The challenges and logistics involved.Future iterations of Play Days and how we might integrate activities of 'play' in our core curriculum.Heather shares her thoughts on the key outcomes of Play Days for students, teachers, staff, and industry involved./// Follow me on Instagram and Twitter at @edtechXD *Leave a review/rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy this podcast and find the information helpful.

    Humber Play Days — Heather Lowry, Associate Dean. Faculty of Media & Creative Arts.

  3. 08/09/2020

    Task Management — Kevin Brandon, Professor of Graphic Design and Adobe Educator.

    Kevin discusses how he got started in graphic design.How we might prioritize tasks and manage our time between work and life.The impact external pressures have on procrastination and productivity.How we might be more efficient with the time we are given while dedicating time to ourselves and family.Maintaining positive habits and routines for better mental health.We have a conversation about being driven by mood and emotion for creativity versus being motivated by productivity and deadlines.Creating a to-do list by assessing your day and breaking down how much time you have for productivity.How we might create an online environment where students can have a balance between personal life, work and their education without creating academic burnout.Establishing a workflow for being productive and efficient with our time.Kevin gives his recommendations on how to prioritize yoru time and manage tasks while learning during the pandemic.  *Connect with Kevin on:  Instagram at islandcontact /// Follow me on Instagram and Twitter at @edtechXD *Leave a review/rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy this podcast and find the information helpful.

    Task Management — Kevin Brandon, Professor of Graphic Design and Adobe Educator.

  4. 01/09/2020

    Lifelong Learning — Rob Blain, Professor of Multimedia Design.

    *Recorded July 9th, 2020. Rob discusses how he began his career in design and the steps he took to build upon his prior skills.Having the foresight to take on various opportunities and connect them in a way that made him unique and valuable in the industry.Being open to always learning more for personal growth.Setting milestones to attain your career goals.We share thoughts on what it felt like going back to school later in life compared to our earlier years.Pivoting from one career path to another and having a strong support system.Having a growth mindset and how we might promote lifelong learning in our learning environment and students.We discuss how students might interpret the concept of lifelong learning and how we might allow students to showcase all of their skills, knowledge and passions through their work/projects.Rewarding students for process and developing their ideas into executable products.Rob shares what he wants future students to know about being a lifelong learner.*At the time of this episode airing, I have ran 122 times in a row. :) (August 31, 2020)  *Connect with Rob on: Website at robertblain.com /// Follow me on Instagram and Twitter at @edtechXD *Leave a review/rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy this podcast and find the information helpful.

    Lifelong Learning — Rob Blain, Professor of Multimedia Design.

  5. 25/08/2020

    Designing Confidence — Bianca DiPietro, Professor of Graphic Design.

    Bianca discusses how she got started in graphic design and her educational background.How her educational experience impacted her confidence and design.We discuss where confidence ultimately comes from and how we build it.Bianca talks about people who influenced her confidence in positive and negative ways, in addition to how she manages those negative instances with building resilience and self-worth.We talk about the role we play as educators in fostering confidence in the classroom.Bianca reflects on coming up as a new designer and how focusing on having a growth mindset to improve your work as a way to build confidence.We talk about giving autonomy to students and valuing their prior learning and experiences as a way to build confidence.Bianca gives her past-self advice on how to build confidence in her work and what she would recommend young designers to practice as they go through their academic career.  *Connect with Bianca on:  Instagram at @biancadipietro /// Follow me on Instagram and Twitter at @edtechXD *Leave a review/rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy this podcast and find the information helpful.

    Designing Confidence — Bianca DiPietro, Professor of Graphic Design.

  6. 19/08/2020

    Internal Environment — Asma Arslan, Professor in UX Design and Mindfulness Instructor.

    Asma discusses how she got started in people centered design.The connection between mindfulness and building empathy for others through internal reflection and internal environment.Designing while faced with internal struggle and nurturing your mental state.The process of being still, letting go, and being present.Being in a safe space and being open to collaboration rather than competition.Finding motivation through your life's purpose versus serving your ego.Designing for the love of your craft instead of the likes.Valuing learning over approval from others. Knowing your self-worth and value.Factors that affect our internal environment as designers and students.Mindfulness/Meditation practices we can use in our daily routines.The benefits of being still.Developing a gratitude mindset.I share my experience during my first 10 minute meditation.Asma shares her advice on how we might better our internal environments so that we can be better connected to our work and others.  *Connect with Asma on:  Instagram at @designasma /// Follow me on Instagram and Twitter at @edtechXD *Leave a review/rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy this podcast and find the information helpful.

    Internal Environment — Asma Arslan, Professor in UX Design and Mindfulness Instructor.

  7. 12/08/2020

    Building Community — Leslie Harrod, Graphic Designer and Instructor of Design.

    Leslie discusses how she got started in design.How building relationships with peers and teachers impacts learning and a sense of community in the classroom.Allowing learners to embrace themselves to build confidence as a designer.Learning from others and their prior experiences, cultures, and perspectives.Leslie's experiences learning and teaching online.The importance of communication and building relationships.Leslie shares her experiences and her philosophy for teaching online.Fostering collaboration in an online environment using web-based tech tools.Establishing a classroom culture of risk, respect, communication, critique, inclusiveness, and encouragement.Providing a safe space for students in an online learning environment.How do we develop relationships with our students who are accustomed to presenting a positive social presence in an online space?Being openly honest and vulnerable with your students to nurture connections and community through relatability.Something to think about when building connections online and in the classroom.  *Connect with Leslie on:  Instagram at @designrfix Ligatures YYZ http://ligatures.ca /// Follow me on Instagram and Twitter at @edtechXD *Leave a review/rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy this podcast and find the information helpful.

    Building Community — Leslie Harrod, Graphic Designer and Instructor of Design.

  8. 05/08/2020

    Mirrors — Dr. Kristopher Alexander, Professor of Video Games.

    Kris discusses getting support from his family and encouragement from friends.Reflection internal: Seeing possibilities for a career through cultural representation.Interactivity as another layer to learning theory.Using the principles of video game interactivity as a constant mode of learning.The impact of Interactive learning and how it reduces cognitive overload.Using multimedia and video games to improve cognition, retention, and engagement in education.Seeing your identity and representation in video games.Using video games and media to tackle the issues of race and prejudice within our classrooms.Sharing our experiences as being the only ones in our field of study and work.Seeing a reflection of self in the classroom and valuing student identity to foster confidence and possibility.Learning about your students through inclusive activities and discussion.The subject of academic vs applied streaming of students  of colour and minorities in high-school.Advice on pursuing your passion and career path through mentorship and connecting to others.*Connect with Kristopher on:  YouTube at @phdigi LinkedIn: Kristopher Alexander Twitter: @phdigi /// Follow me on Instagram and Twitter at @edtechXD *Leave a review/rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy this podcast and find the information helpful.

    Mirrors — Dr. Kristopher Alexander, Professor of Video Games.
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  • Criado por
    Mark-Anthony Karam, edTechXD
  • Anos de atividade
    2020
  • Episódios
    14
  • Classificação
    Explícito
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    How'd We Get Here?