LinkedUp: Breaking Boundaries in Education

Artificial Intelligence is taking the education world by storm! But, as with any new technology, AI doesn't come without risks. In this episode, Jerri and Jamie discuss how AI can enhance learning experiences and improve educational outcomes as well as the potential risks and ethical concerns that arise with the integration of AI in the classroom. Tune in as we delve into this increasingly imp...

In this episode, Jerri and Jamie sit down with Ronald Reed (Founder of SXSW EDU) and Greg Rosenbaum to discuss the latest trends at SXSW EDU 2023. From personalized learning to technology integration, we dig into innovative approaches to transforming our teaching and learning. Whether you’re an educator or simply curious about the future of education, there’s something for every listener in this i...

L. K. Monroe joins the podcast to discuss Superwomanhood: the myth, the maxi, and the moxie. Sharing with Jerri and Jamie what it’s like to be a woman in leadership, L. K. opens up about the responsibility, vulnerability, and resiliency it takes to lead. Tune in to learn more about L. K.’s new social purpose organization, TeamedUpforGood, and to hear how she used her past experiences to create a m...

LinkedUp loves learning—and Jamie and Jerri have learned a lot from the guests in the first 100 episodes of the podcast. Celebrate the 100th episode of LinkedUp with a look back at our favorite highlights from our first 100 guests. Listeners are in for a treat with this compilation of excerpts, giving fans a feel for the issues and topics educators around the world are talking about. --- SUBSCRIBE...

Technology leader, author, and educator Michael Cohen—better known as the Tech Rabbi—joins the podcast this week to discuss accelerating student learning by activating the five senses and how to make learning memorable through creative design thinking and instructional design. Tune in to learn more about the Tech Rabbi’s mission and his belief that educators can empower students to look for the “v...

Evo Hannan joins the podcast from Liverpool, England to discuss his journey from teaching design in the classroom to founding his own company Innovation X. Innovation X supports teachers from around the world and prepares students to be future-ready by utilizing technology and innovative forms of learning. Tune in to learn how Evo is highlighting educators and topics related to teaching and learni...

Rodney Salomon and Mychal Mills, co-founders of Konscious Youth Development and Service (KYDS,) join Jerri and Jamie to discuss how they are working with New Jersey communities to bring about healing, wellness, and a transformation for students affected by trauma. Tune in and learn more about their approach, which combines all community services and schools to educate students about maintaining we...

Higher education programs are changing the way they educate doctoral candidates! In this episode of LinkedUp, listeners are taken behind the curtain of higher education by Dr. William George and Dr. Tracy Mulvaney as they discuss the increased collaboration and “real world” approach of doctoral programs like their own at Monmouth University. Learn how doctoral candidates are working with their pee...

Athletes face opponents in every sport, but there is a hidden opponent that is seldom discussed. This week on LinkedUp our guest, Leeann Passaro—a teacher, coach, former college athlete, and Chief Operating Officer of The Hidden Opponent—discusses the stigma attached to athlete mental health. The Hidden Opponent was created after Victoria Garrick’s TED Talk where she described the effects of depre...

Roberto Treviño visits LinkedUp to discuss his work as Managing Director of College Counseling for the highly successful YES Prep program in the Houston area. Laying out the six pillars of this program and revealing how these pillars serve as a supportive safety net for students in higher education, Treviño shares insights into creating environments where first-generation college students can beco...

In this episode, Laura Thomas links up with Jerri and Jamie to discuss the program she’s developing for schools in the Washington, D.C. area. Building a foundation of wellness for students through connections and social-emotional learning, Laura shares her passion for raising up underserved school communities with listeners and discusses the tools she’s used to build mindfulness, emotional skills,...

In this week’s episode, Mónica Guzmán visits with Jerri and Jamie to talk about her new book “ I Never Thought of It That Way ,” which provides readers with a roadmap for difficult conversations between people on opposing ends of the political spectrum. During her visit, Mónica shares valuable insights into the sources of political polarization and practices for people who seek to build bridges an...

Brent Goldman joins LinkedUp this week to discuss his 26-year-long journey to pioneer innovative private schools. Focusing on the unique needs of today’s learners, Brent shares his experiences with personalized learning—based on real learning, not just time spent in seats or testing standards—and how to create productive hybrid learning centers. --- ABOUT OUR GUEST Brent Goldman left public educat...

In this episode, Jerri and Jamie link up with Grayson McKinney and Zach Rondot—two elementary school teachers using technology to transform learning with a little help from Project Based Learning (PBL). McKinney and Rondot share their insights, expertise, and process for creating classrooms where students learn from experts, then become experts and share their learning with an authentic audience....

Dr. Cameron McCoy is back on LinkedUp! In this episode, Jerri and Jamie catch up with Dr. McCoy as he wraps up his second year as the Provost of Shenandoah University in Winchester, Virginia. Sharing his own experiences as a higher-ed administrator, Dr. McCoy focuses on the changing landscape of higher education and the innovations needed to retain students and revolutionize education to meet the...

Live from Asbury Park, Kathy Hurley, Ann McMullan, and Lisa Schmuki join Jerri and Jamie again one year after their debut on LinkedUp. These three technology leaders share what they’ve been up to this past year, what trends they’re seeing in education, and their sage advice for educators everywhere as they move forward in this complicated post-pandemic world. --- ABOUT OUR GUESTS Kathy Hurley is a...

International Dot Day is celebrating its 20th anniversary on September 15! Peter Reynolds, renowned author of “The Dot,” joins Jerri and Jamie in this episode to share inside information on how Dot Day originated and how schools and others can get involved. You won’t want to miss the ideas and resources Peter shares to help everyone express their creativity, collaborate with others, and show their...

A podcast episode about educational podcasting? That’s what you’ll find in Episode 86 of LinkedUp as Jamie and Jerri sit down with Kevin Hogan, a seasoned educational journalist, and the host of The Hogan Report. Tune in for an engaging discussion on social media’s impact on education and why it’s so crucial for educators to stay connected. That’s not all! As a bonus, Kevin shares advice on how to...

Today, we have access to so much data that we often find ourselves in “analysis paralysis.” So, how do you know what data is sending you a signal and what data is simply noise? In this episode, Dr. Dean Browell and Lamarque Polvado join the podcast to explore how they are using data in new and innovative ways to connect people to resources and provide companies with a more accurate picture of what...

Recorded live at #ISTE22, in this episode of LinkedUp special guests Dr. Kaylah Holland and Kat Crawford discuss how students from Travis Hill School in the New Orleans Juvenile Justice Intervention Center are making great strides in their education, having their voices heard, and gaining more opportunities for social-emotional learning. Together, Kaylah and Kat share insights from their work with...

Every student is unique. It may seem like a simple concept, but to Susan Enfield, building relationships with individual students is a trademark of her career. In Episode 83: Building Relationships, Jerri and Jamie sit down with award-winning superintendent Susan Enfield to learn how she has been able to create a welcoming district culture and scale her passion for building authentic, meaningful r...

What are the latest trends in edTech in 2022? The LinkedUp team headed down to ISTE in New Orleans to find out! ISTE (the International Society for Technology in Education) holds a global conference each year where educators gather to explore and experience what’s new in educational technology. In this episode, educators Adam Phyall III, Phil Hintz, and Megan Hintz share their perspectives on the...

The research from the American Pediatric Association is clear: a later start time for middle and high school students could improve mental health, grades, and school success. So, why aren’t schools flipping the switch and starting later? Superintendent Dr. Scott Rocco joins Jamie and Jerri in this episode to discuss his research on what exactly it will take for school districts to make this change...

What can you learn in a coffee shop? In this episode, Jerri and Jamie link up with Kelli Huslig, a former educator and school administrator who made her dreams of opening Uplift Coffee Shop in Lawrence, Kansas a reality right before COVID hit. Listen in as Kelli shares the lessons she brought from the schoolhouse to the coffee house, providing educators with wonderful examples of customer service...

Barbara Kurshan and Kathy Hurley join the podcast to discuss their new book InnovateHERS, digging deep into the female entrepreneurial mindset of purpose-driven women. Tune in to hear Barbara and Kathy share "aha" moments from their interviews with women who have navigated the pathways to successful entrepreneurship and leadership positions. Valuable insights into valuable minds, Barbara and Kathy...