Episodes

Introduction: Rita Bateson shares her educational journey, highlighting her American-Irish background and experiences teaching in various countries. Career Path: Transition from teaching in Ireland to the UK, then Switzerland, Bermuda, and finally back to Dublin. Involvement with the International Baccalaureate (IB) and curriculum development. Current Projects: Focus on AI in education, exploring both its potential and challenges. Discussions around ethical AI and sustainable practices in ...

In this episode of Design Cast, Jason chats with Dan Thomas, a dedicated STEM teacher from Jamestown, New York. They discuss the value of play-based learning (PBL), the importance of creativity in the classroom, and Dan's upcoming projects. Dan's Background: · 33 years of teaching experience. · Currently teaches 7th grade STEM, covering robotics, coding, woodshop, metal shop, and CAD. Teaching Philosophy: · Focuses on creating "aha moments" for students. · Emphasizes fun and play in learni...

In this episode of the Design Cast Podcast, host Jason welcomes Stephanie Simoes, a critical-thinking educator and founder of Critikid.com. Stephanie shares her journey into critical-thinking education and discusses the importance of teaching these skills to students, especially in the age of social media. She highlights the lack of critical thinking training in traditional education and the need for resources tailored for children and teens. Stephanie explains her innovative approach, using st...

Hey everyone! I’m Jason Reagin, your host, and I’m thrilled to be back with a brand-new season of DesignCast after a year-long break. In this episode, I’ll share what I’ve been up to, why I took some time off, and what’s next for the podcast. Whether you’re a long-time listener or new to the show, thank you for tuning in! --- In This Episode: -What I’ve Been Up To: I’ve been busy with various projects, including teaching at an international school in Beijing, where my family and I have been l...