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•  Speed limits  - Paulo Carvalho, Character Lab. (2023)

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Time Codes

00:00:00 — Manisha introduces Janet Snoyer, discussing her background in Montessori education and her influence on Manisha's views on education.

00:01:40 — Inspired by Maria Montessori's philosophy, Janet talks about the role of love in education.

00:03:00 — Discussion on the importance of secure attachment in teaching and fostering a safe and conducive learning environment.

00:07:20 — The impact of different learning environments is discussed.

00:12:00 — The conversation explores the complexity of love in education and child-centered communication.

00:17:00 — Janet emphasizes the significance of unconditional love and acceptance in teaching.

00:29:11 — Manisha discusses developing executive functioning skills and intrinsic motivation in her career.

00:39:20 — The conversation touches on the paradox of homeschooling versus traditional schooling environments and the benefits of modern educational technology.

00:47:01 — Janet describes the challenges faced by pre-med students, focusing on the inability to express emotions effectively and the role of confidence in learning.

01:01:28 — Manisha and Janet discuss Montessori's educational philosophy, its religious roots, and the division between secular and religious learning in modern education.

01:08:37 — The importance of intellectual stimulation and the evolving needs of learners at different stages are highlighted.

01:13:00 — Janet reflects on the impact of family dynamics on education ​​and the role of teachers in providing love and support.

01:24:48 — Manisha and Janet emphasize the importance of family, friends, and community in shaping life skills and emotional development.

01:33:26 — Janet and Manisha emphasize nature and meditation's role in attention restoration.

01:36:31 — The episode concludes with Janet sharing insights on longevity, focusing on health span and lifestyle changes.

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In this episode of the TeacherGoals Podcast, Erica Terry engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Sabba Quidwai, an expert in education technology and design thinking. Together, they explore the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and design thinking in the context of education, shedding light on innovative approaches to teaching and learning.

Sabba Quidwai introduces the concept of design thinking as both a method and a mindset, providing step-by-step guidelines for approaching unfamiliar challenges and fostering creative confidence.

Throughout the episode, she emphasizes the role of empathy in design thinking and illustrates this concept with a captivating example of how design thinking can transform the way students engage with a book, fostering creativity, problem-solving, and communication skills.

The conversation dives into the integration of chat-based AI like ChatGPT, in design thinking. Sabba Quidwai discusses how AI tools can serve as thought partners for educators, helping them generate ideas, prompts, and solutions. She highlights the benefits of leveraging AI to free up mental space for teachers to focus on implementing engaging strategies and tailoring learning experiences to their students' interests and strengths.

Don't miss out on this eye-opening conversation that explores the dynamic synergy between AI and design thinking in education. Tune in now to join Erica Terry and Sabba Quidwai in their insightful discussion on the transformative power of AI and design thinking in education.

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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Ripple Effects & Panorama Education.
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