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Brought to you by Penguin. 'For anyone who has enjoyed The Cultural Tutor on X, this book will be more of the same delight. Expect nuggets of insight and wisdom, wrapped in the author's trademark warmth and wit' Alain de Botton Who does the Mona Lisa actually depict? Why do we still look to the...

John Taylor Gatto's Weapons of Mass Instruction focuses on mechanisms of traditional education which cripple imagination, discourage critical thinking, and create a false view of learning as a byproduct of rote-memorization drills. Gatto's earlier book, Dumbing Us Down, introduced the now-famous expression of the title into the common vernacular. Weapons of Mass Instruction adds another chilling metaphor to the brief against conventional schooling.

The Abolition School Radio podcast is a collaboration between the W.E.B. Du Bois Movement School for Abolition and Reconstruction and Haymarket Books, providing in-depth political education to a new generation of aspiring organizers and leaders. Season 1 is a 12-week course on Du Bois’s Black Reconstruction, led by Geo Maher. The Season 2 course focuses on CLR James’ Black Jacobins. Season 3, a 12-week course on the works of Frantz Fanon, is currently in progress.

The issues and arguments surrounding school choice are sometimes hijacked to make political points about government control, democratic ideals, the public good, and privatization. In this volume in the MIT Press Essential Knowledge series, David Garcia avoids partisan arguments to offer an accessible, objective, and comprehensive guide to school choice.

School leadership in the UK is changing fast as rising needs shifting communities and expanding responsibilities reshape what it means to lead. The Sustainable School Leadership podcast from the University of Nottingham and the University of Warwick brings together researchers, policymakers and school leaders from across England Scotland and Northern Ireland to explore how identity place and an ethic of education and care are transforming the work of headteachers today.Across the series we examine how personal identity shapes leadership practice confidence and career choices. We look at how ...

Exploring how government works—and how it could work better. In each episode, Professor Michael Sanders, Director of the School for Government at King’s College London, speaks with leading policy experts and practitioners from across the public sector, academia and industry. Together, they explore the inner workings of government, the biggest challenges it faces, and where the opportunities lie to make policy more effective, evidence-based, and citizen-focused.

This is a local Cambridge, MA podcast. Like the title says, this podcast consists of half hour episodes that summarize School Committee meetings. The goal is to improve access to and encourage engagement with the work of the School Committee.The Cambridge School Committee meets on the first and third Tuesdays of the month; new episodes will come out on Fridays following regular meetings, beginning on January 23, 2025.

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of Schools Week, we launched a special podcast series, Turning the Pages on a Decade of Education Reform. This series featured in-depth interviews with some of the most influential figures behind key education reforms over the past decade. From policymakers and advisors to school leaders and teachers, our guests shared insights into how these policies were shaped, their successes and challenges, and the lessons we can take forward.The series received fantastic feedback, so we’re excited to announce that the Schools Week Podcast will continue! While episodes ...

Hosted by Ian Solomon, Dean of the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy at UVA, our new vidcast features insightful conversations with leaders and scholars from diverse backgrounds, exploring their personal stories and delving into the art of leadership in an increasingly diverse and divided world.

School Shootings Understanding Tragedy in the Halls - is a series that explores the devastating issue of school shootings with depth and sensitivity. The series begins with a historical overview, examining how these tragedies have evolved over time and their impact on society. It then delves into the complex causes behind these events, from psychological factors to societal influences and systemic failures. Finally, the series focuses on prevention and solutions, highlighting policy efforts, school safety measures, and community roles in addressing this crisis. Through balanced storytelling, ...

The Schools & Academies Show Podcast brings to you the latest policy updates concerning primary and secondary schools in the United Kingdom. We also host debates and discussions on the most compelling issues for senior leaders and practitioners in education. Join us and be part of a growing community at the UK's largest education policy event, taking place online, in Birmingham and in London. If you would like to get in touch with the team, please email podcast@schoolsandacademiesshow.co.uk

School Colors is a narrative podcast from Brooklyn Deep about how race, class, and power shape American cities and schools. Season 2 premieres May 4, 2022: only on NPR's Code Switch.

Amy and Jon talk with educational innovators about creating ethical learning environments, helping students overcome the effects of trauma, and empowering young people to make change. Tune in weekly.

Welcome to The State of Our Schools, a podcast to explore and refine Ohio's future, Education. Each episode discusses pressing education policy topics in Ohio and features interviews with Ohio education experts. The Podcast host, Michael Collins is a Public Education Advocate working in the arena for 30+ years. The State of Our Schools podcast is presented by Real Choice Ohio.

The Harry Bridges School of Labor aims to educate the workers of America on the strength of unions and to foster a class-conscious workforce through Labor United Educational League. We aim to connect the struggles of the past with the struggles of today to empower the labor movement to transform from their present hopeless defensive fight into an aggressive attack upon Capital. We plan to empower workers with knowledge regardless of industry or type of work, bringing all workers to a class-oriented trade union movement.

[F]law School is a podcast created, produced, and hosted by high school, college, and law students as well as lawyers and law professors who all share an interest in exploring the flaw . . . in the law. [F]law School is an initiative of The [F]law magazine (flaw.org) and the Systemic Justice Project (systemicjustice.org). Its episodes focus especially on the role of corporate power in capturing law and legal institutions and in causing social problems.

The official replay of the weekly KBear 101 live call-in show featuring Viktor Wilt and Lieutenant Marvin Crain of the Idaho State Police. Join the show with your questions live every Friday morning at 8:45AM at RiverbendMediaGroup.com!

🎙️ Insightful Welsh Schools dives into the real issues shaping education in Wales. From curriculum reform and school performance to pupil progress and wellbeing, we bring you expert voices, practical insights, and fresh perspectives to help drive success across Welsh schools. Perfect for teachers, leaders, governors, and anyone passionate about education in Wales. #CurriculumForWales to school #Leadership, #Progress, and #Wellbeing, we explore what really drives performance in #WelshSchools.#EducationWales #Teaching #Headteachers #SLT #SchoolImprovement #EdLeadership #TeachersOfTwitter #...

A podcast giving residents in Flagler County a greater understanding of what’s going on in our public school system. Host Jason Wheeler, the Community and Information Specialist for Flagler Schools sits down with educators, students, and members of our community to talk about 21st-century education, including the successes, challenges, and opportunities that lie ahead for our students.

Teaching Biblical Perspectives to Government, Governance, Political and Societal Issues.