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Episode Synopsis
Dive into the transformative concept of contributive learning this week with visionary Joanne McEachen, founder of The Learner First! Join Joanne as she explores how education can transcend traditional boundaries and how individuals can be empowered as active participants in their learning journeys.
Tune in as Joanne shares her insights on how contributive learning redefines how we approach teaching and learning! You’ll get a peek into Joanne’s world as she shares her insights on empowering learners, nurturing holistic growth, and reshaping the future of education.
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ABOUT OUR GUEST
Joanne McEachen is a celebrated author, speaker, change leader, and executive coach. Her 30+ years of experience span time as a teacher, principal, Ministry of Education leader in New Zealand, and now a globally recognized pioneer in the fields of educational assessment and well-being. Joanne founded Kia Kotahi Ako Charitable Trust, is on the Executive Committee for Karanga: The Global Alliance for Social Emotional Learning and Life Skills, on the Education New Zealand: North America Advisory Board, an Edmund Hillary Fellow, a Fellow of Salzburg Global Seminar, and co-founder of New Pedagogies for Deep Learning (NPDL).
Get Joanne's book: https://bit.ly/3YQ1AYfExplore Joanne’s work: https://www.thelearnerfirst.com/
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Tune in as Joanne shares her insights on how contributive learning redefines how we approach teaching and learning! You’ll get a peek into Joanne’s world as she shares her insights on empowering learners, nurturing holistic growth, and reshaping the future of education.
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ABOUT OUR GUEST
Joanne McEachen is a celebrated author, speaker, change leader, and executive coach. Her 30+ years of experience span time as a teacher, principal, Ministry of Education leader in New Zealand, and now a globally recognized pioneer in the fields of educational assessment and well-being. Joanne founded Kia Kotahi Ako Charitable Trust, is on the Executive Committee for Karanga: The Global Alliance for Social Emotional Learning and Life Skills, on the Education New Zealand: North America Advisory Board, an Edmund Hillary Fellow, a Fellow of Salzburg Global Seminar, and co-founder of New Pedagogies for Deep Learning (NPDL).
Get Joanne's book: https://bit.ly/3YQ1AYfExplore Joanne’s work: https://www.thelearnerfirst.com/
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SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Overcast | RadioPublic | Stitcher
FOLLOW US: Website | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn
POWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink provides one-click single sign-on into web and Windows applications, and instant access to files at school and in the cloud. Accessible from any computer, tablet, or smartphone, ClassLink is ideal for 1to1 and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives. Learn more at classlink.com.
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