114. Strategies for a Teacherpreneur
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114. Strategies for a Teacherpreneur

In this episode, Claire and Natasha share their extensive knowledge and experience in crafting and marketing educational curricula. They delve into the details of creating compelling and effective learning materials that not only engage students but also meet educators' needs by imparting insights about the business side of education. They discuss strategies for positioning and selling their curricula in the competitive market, shedding light on their big-picture approach, teacher notes, and understanding the needs of their target audience. This episode is a must-listen for educators looking to create and sell their own teaching resources or if you might one day!

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113. From Miniatures to Mariners: The Power of Prototyping
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113. From Miniatures to Mariners: The Power of Prototyping

In this episode, Claire dives into how she plans to inspire her students to understand complex concepts, such as buoyancy. She explores the transformative process of moving from paper sketches to mini-models, and ultimately to life-sized, functioning products. Claire explains the critical role of prototyping, the eureka moments, the challenges, and the triumph or failure of the end result. Tune in to this enlightening episode and discover how the power of prototyping can create unforgettable educational experiences for your students.

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112. Have We Over-Engineered the Goals of Engineering Education?
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112. Have We Over-Engineered the Goals of Engineering Education?

We are back! While Natasha jetted off to France during the break, Claire was shuttling her kids around town, from swim practice to piano camp. Now, somewhat rejuvenated, we're thrilled to be back to talk all things STEM! In this episode, Natasha reflects on her first time teaching undergraduate pre-service students while Claire shares a student question she will never answer. Plus, we tackle the topic of if we have over-engineered the goals of engineering education.

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111. How AI will Transform Education ft. André Thomas
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111. How AI will Transform Education ft. André Thomas

In this episode, Natasha continues her conversation with André Thomas, game-based learning expert and Director of the LIVE Lab in the Visualization program at Texas A&M University. Explore the exciting world of artificial intelligence (AI) as André shares his views on how it can personalize learning experiences, enhance engagement, and potentially revolutionize various aspects of our lives. Sign up for André’s online course Introduction to Game-Based Learning and GET 30% OFF WITH CODE OMYM0G

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110. How to Implement Game-Based Learning ft. André Thomas
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110. How to Implement Game-Based Learning ft. André Thomas

André Thomas returns for an engaging discussion that will be shared over 2 episodes! In this episode, Natasha and André discuss game-based learning and its immense potential in any classroom setting. They talk about the difference between gamification and game-based learning, tips for engaging all students, and a not-to-be-missed online summer workshop providing educators with the chance to earn professional development credit hours.

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