The Physics Alive Podcast
Episode #41
The Future of Education with Jeff Young
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Jeff Young is an editor and reporter focused on technology issues and the future of education. He is currently the managing editor at EdSurge and the producer and host of the EdSurge Podcast, a weekly look at the future of learning. We talk about developments he’s seen throughout his career reporting on education, MOOCs and their place in education, the themes of the EdSurge podcast, and his take on the future of education.
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Today's Guest:
Jeff Young
Jeffrey R. Young is an editor and reporter focused on technology issues and the future of education. He is currently the managing editor at EdSurge and the producer and host of the weekly EdSurge Podcast about the future of learning.
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Episode Notes and Resources
EdSurge reports on the people, ideas, and tools shaping the future of learning. EdSurge is at the forefront of reporting on changes in education and their consequences. They do this through award-winning journalism, research and analysis. They share stories that elevate the voices and experiences of educators, entrepreneurs, researchers and other stakeholders working to support equitable opportunities for all learners.
Check out some of Brad’s recent favorite episodes of the EdSurge Podcast:
- Educators Have Some Pointed Advice For Tech Companies Building the Metaverse
- What Educators Should Know About the Latest in Brain Health
- Are Upstart Online Providers Getting Better at Teaching Than Traditional Colleges?
- The Tyranny of Letter Grades
- How Are Final Exams Changing During the Pandemic?
What they do at EdSurge:
- News, commentary and analysis about the people, ideas and tools shaping the future of education from PreK-12 through higher education.
- Newsletters that tens of thousands of readers rely on for the latest stories in PK-12, higher education and business.
- A weekly podcast featuring audio stories and candid conversations about how education is changing.
- Research and journalism projects that investigate and make sense of complex education issues to help practitioners build community, experiment with new practices and make informed decisions to improve teaching and learning.
- A product index of education technology tools.
- A jobs board and events calendar for career opportunities and gatherings in education.