The Learner-Centered Collaborative Podcast

School systems and mindsets need to evolve to address the ambiguity fostered by technological advances in order to keep pace with the speed of change and innovation. Dr. Michael Nagler joins Katie Martin on this week’s episode to uncover how this new generation of leaders in our fast paced world needs to be more forward thinking about what our kids are experiencing in and out of the classroom. Mic...

How do we challenge kids to think? Author and special guest Eric Sheninger joins Katie Martin on The Learner-Centered Collaborative Podcast to discuss the powerful practice of creating a disruptive thinking culture in the classroom and beyond. Eric works with schools throughout the world helping educators meet and exceed their potential to improve outcomes for learners. His work focuses on innovat...

How do educators design for higher levels of engagement and ultimately help kids find meaning in their own learning pathways for future success? How do we lean into the redesign? Scott McLeod joins Katie Martin on this week's episode to discuss how school leaders can change the status quo to create intentional learning environments for students and teachers, and rethink and reignite learning for t...

Susan Enfield, Superintendent at Highline Public Schools , joins Katie Martin on this episode of the Learner-Centered Collaborative Podcast to discuss the importance of what she calls The Highline Promise, a vow to know every student by name, strength, and need so they graduate prepared for the future they choose. Foundational to this promise is slowing down to connect, prioritizing relationships,...

How can educators create environments where students have the room to be curious and discover their passions and interests? Katie Martin sits down with Marlon Styles to discuss how we can better support our students and provide more access and opportunities within our own communities. Marlon Styles Jr. is currently the Superintendent at Middletown City School District (OH).  During his 20 yea...

How can educators leverage technology and new tools to create more agency for students in the classroom? In this episode, Katie Martin is joined by Catlin Tucker to discuss blended learning and the key strategies that have been most effective in a post-pandemic classroom environment. Dr. Catlin Tucker is a bestselling author, international trainer, and keynote speaker. She was named Teacher of the...

Change is an opportunity to do something amazing! How do we help educators break out of that mold of what “A good teacher“ is supposed to do? How do we help them embrace what they actually know about learning and what is actually meaningful to them? George Couros is an innovative teaching, learning, and leadership consultant with over 20 years of experience as an educator in a myriad of roles from...

We’re all learners on a journey towards more equitable, authentic learning experiences. How do we get there? Where do we start? How do we best serve our students? Explore challenges in education today, set ambitious goals for what is possible, and make space to celebrate the bright spots along the way. Get to know your podcast host and get a taste of what's to come on the Learner-Centered Collabor...

Hi! I’m Katie Martin, and this…is The Learner-Centered Collaborative Podcast. I’m an author, mom, educator, and lifelong learner on a mission to create authentic,  inclusive and equitable learning experiences that puts learners at the center. At the Learner-Centered Collaborative, we are guided by the persistent truth that a learner-centered approach is the foundation for a successful, thrivi...