Learning Explorations

Nord Anglia Education
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Welcome to Learning Explorations from Nord Anglia Education - a new podcast all about innovation in education and how teaching and learning is changing as we move into an unknown future.

  1. SEP 26

    Live from ARP at Boston College!

    In June 2025, a group of teachers from Nord Anglia schools around the world gathered at Boston College for our Action Research Conference. Four of our amazing keynote speakers from the event closed out the conference with a panel discussion, which is what we’re sharing today. Our panellists were Dr Kate Erricker (Group Head of Education Research and Global Partnerships at NAE), Dr Damian Bebell (Assistant Research Professor from Boston College’s Lynch School of Education), Dr Ruben Puentedura (creator of the SAMR model for selecting, using, and evaluating technology in education), and Dr Trish Martin (Regional Managing Director of MonstarLab America).   Enjoy!

    1 hr
  2. International Teacher Staffroom

    MAY 20

    International Teacher Staffroom

    In today’s episode, I’m excited to share a conversation I had recently as a guest on International Teacher Staffroom, a podcast hosted by Aimee Skidmore and Jacob Rosch that connects international teachers and provides thoughtful support for those working in international schools. Aimee, Jacob and I explore issues around classroom management and offer support to find impactful solutions. It was a great conversation, and I’m excited to be sharing it with you. Listen to other episodes of International Teacher Staffroom here.

    1h 1m

  3. MAY 6

    Dr Leslie Williams

    Dr Leslie Williams is the Group Head of Social Impact and Giving at Nord Anglia Education. Leslie is a passionate educator who tries to live by her values. She spent the first 20 years of her career in public and private schools as both an English literature teacher and a high school principal. During that time, she learned a great deal about the power of connection and reflection to develop inclusive classrooms and environments where she wanted everyone to feel that they belonged. In her work with Nord Anglia, Leslie has a chance to continue to work with students and educators from around the world on topics like leadership, sustainability, child rights, and inclusion and belonging.

    50 min

  4. MAR 24

    Dr Anne Taffin d’Heursel Baldisseri

    Dr Anne Taffin d’Heursel Baldisseri is an inspiring educator and leader dedicated to building strong learning communities. Currently the head of school at Avenues São Paulo, Anne has a rich background in education, having previously served as the founding head of the primary division and as head of pre-preparatory at St. Paul’s School. With a Ph.D. in zoology and ongoing postdoctoral research in bilingualism, reading, and motivation, she combines deep academic expertise with a passion for empowering teachers, students, and parents. Anne is also the founder of Flag Time, a daily routine within Early Years classrooms that transforms differentiated instruction into individualised learning, empowering students to take charge of their education.

    36 min

  5. MAR 3

    Dr Andrea and Jonathan Taylor-Cummings

    Dr Andrea and Jonathan Taylor-Cummings are globally recognized experts in strengthening relationships to unlock high performance. With over 30 years of experience and groundbreaking research, they’ve pioneered The 4 Habits of ALL Successful Relationships, helping leaders and teams build trust, inclusion, and psychological safety. Their TEDx talk has been viewed over 3 million times, and their book continues to impact organizations worldwide. As founders of The 4 Habits Institute and the UK charity Achord, Jon and Andrea bring a powerful mix of practical insights and real-world experience to drive collaboration and success. Resources: TEDx Talk: https://youtu.be/o4Y5Mr8rZ9A?si=pQaegov5f1Yx3VZS Learn The 4 Habits Online: www.the4habitscourse.com Other Resources: www.the4habits.com/resourcehub  Social Media Handles: LinkedIn (Andrea): https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreataylorcummings/ LinkedIn (Jon): https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathantaylorcummings/ LinkedIn (The 4 Habits Institute): https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-4-habits-institute/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@The4Habits Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the4habits/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The4Habits TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the4habits X: https://x.com/the4habits

    53 min

  6. FEB 14

    Isabelle Hau

    Isabelle Hau is the Executive Director of the Stanford Accelerator for Learning, an organisation dedicated to advancing equitable and effective education. Previously, she was a founding partner at Imaginable Futures, supporting impact-driven educational initiatives. Isabelle writes for Forbes and EdSurge, teaches at Stanford, and has just released her new book Love to Learn: The Transformative Power of Care and Connection in Early Education. She has received multiple awards for her contributions to education and even co-starred with Sesame Street’s Grover in a segment on early childhood innovation. You can find out more about Isabelle's new book here.

    46 min

  7. JAN 24

    Shaping the Future: Global Education Insights with UNICEF

    In this insightful podcast, "Shaping the future: global education insights with UNICEF", host Emily Murphy, Senior Professional Development Lead at Nord Anglia Education, sits down with three leading experts from UNICEF to explore the pressing issues and opportunities in global education.  Kate Cotton, Principal Advisor for Education at UNICEF UK, brings over 30 years of international development experience, discussing the vital role of education in achieving social change. From her early days teaching in low-resource settings to leading global programmes, Kate shares her insights into how education can empower marginalised communities and highlights UNICEF’s education priorities as we approach 2030 for the Global Goals.  Next, Nathalie Thomas, an expert in adolescent programming, dives into UNICEF's work empowering young people, particularly in crisis and emergency settings. Nathalie shares her experience working on youth participation and activism, and how UNICEF is helping adolescents develop critical life skills to succeed in a rapidly changing world.  Prabhash Upadhyaya, Senior Programme Advisor for Innovation at UNICEF UK, explores the transformative role of technology in education. With a background in AI, Blockchain, and Big Data, Prabhash explains how UNICEF is driving global innovation to enhance the impact of social programmes and create scalable, equitable solutions for children and young people.  Tune in for an enlightening conversation about the future of education, the challenges we face, and the innovative solutions UNICEF is leading to shape a brighter tomorrow.   UNICEF does not endorse any brand, product or service.   Key Topics: 01:38 – Challenges and opportunities in education 06:48 – Inclusive education 13:07 – Innovation and digital learning 24.00 – UNICEF’s work with adolescents 28.47 – Adolescence as a life stage 34.35 – International Day of Education 40.07 – Education in Emergencies If you'd like to learn more about UNICEF, please visit the following links: General  https://www.unicef.org/education   Inclusion  https://www.unicef.org/education/inclusive-education   https://www.accessibletextbooksforall.org/  Education in Emergencies  https://www.unicef.org/education/emergencies   https://www.unicef.org/appeals   Innovation  https://www.unicef.org/innovation/learning-innovation-hub  https://www.learningpassport.org/  https://giga.global/  https://www.unicefventurefund.org/portfolio/bookbot  https://www.unicef.org/innocenti/media/1341/file/UNICEF-Global-Insight-policy-guidance-AI-children-2.0-2021.pdf  https://www.unicef.org/innovation/upshift  International Day of Education  https://www.unesco.org/en/days/education

    52 min

  8. JAN 13

    Jenny Anderson & Rebecca Winthrop

    Jenny Anderson and Rebecca Winthrop are the authors of the new book The Disengaged Teen: Helping Kids Learn Better, Feel Better, and Live Better. Jenny is an award-winning journalist, author, and speaker with more than 25 years of experience. Her work has appeared in some of the world’s leading publications, including The New York Times, where she was on staff for 10 years, TIME, The Atlantic and Quartz.  Rebecca is a leading global authority on education. She is the director of the Center for Universal Education at Brookings and an adjunct professor at Georgetown University. She is a highly sought after advisor and speaker including by parent networks, school leaders, the White House, the United Nations and Fortune 500 companies. You can find The Disengaged Teen in the US or the UK.

    59 min
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Welcome to Learning Explorations from Nord Anglia Education - a new podcast all about innovation in education and how teaching and learning is changing as we move into an unknown future.

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  • Creator
    Nord Anglia Education
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    23
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    © 2023
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    Learning Explorations