Educate To Elevate

About Educate To Elevate

"Welcome to 'Educate to Elevate: The Home Educator's Hub Podcast.' Join our tribe, which we call the HIVE -  as we embark on a journey to empower every parent, mentor, and teacher, but especially mothers. Dive deep into the world of nurturing lifelong learners  and recognize your pivotal role as the primary educator of your child."

Publisher

Rita María Hernández and Carmen Wood

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

13 Oct 2023

Latest episode

7 Apr 2024

Latest episodes

26 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   7 Apr 2024

   The Art Of Joyful Learning: Creating a Joyful and Immersive Learning Environment

   In this conversation, Dr. Rita Maria Hernandez and Carmen discuss the importance of play-based learning and how it can be incorporated into education from preschool to adulthood. They emphasize the need for autonomy, exploration, collaboration, and hands-on activities in learning. They also highlight the role of games, simulations, and technology in creating engaging and meaningful learning experiences. The TAC framework is introduced as a guide for lesson planning, which includes starting with a game to set the stage for learning. They stress the importance of asking open-ended questions and fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the need to create a joyful and immersive learning environment for students. Takeaways Play-based learning is important from preschool to adulthood, fostering autonomy, exploration, collaboration, and hands-on activities. Games, simulations, and technology can enhance learning experiences and engage students. The TAC framework (Thinking, Activity, Create) can guide lesson planning, starting with a game to set the stage for learning. Open-ended questions and critical thinking promote deeper learning and problem-solving skills. Creating a joyful and immersive learning environment is essential for student engagement and success. play-based learning, autonomy, exploration, collaboration, hands-on activities, games, simulations, technology, TAC framework, open-ended questions, critical thinking, problem-solving, immersive learning environment Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates 02:26 The Importance of Play-Based Learning from Preschool to Adulthood 07:20 Engaging Students with Games, Simulations, and Technology 14:13 Using the TAC Framework for Effective Lesson Planning 26:07 Creating a Joyful and Immersive Learning Environment

2. 

   24 Mar 2024

   Play And Emotional Regulation With Heidi Hawkins, M.S., Ed.S

   Summary Heidi Hawkins, M.S., Ed.S, a mother of seven and a school psychologist, shares her passion for child development and offers insights on various topics. She emphasizes the importance of play in child development, the role of failure and risk-taking, and the value of allowing children to solve problems on their own. Heidi also discusses the importance of teaching conflict resolution skills and balancing work and family life. She highlights the significance of prioritizing self-care and offers resources for parents and educators. Takeaways Play is a fundamental need for children and should be prioritized as part of their development. Failure and risk-taking are essential for growth and should be embraced and modeled by parents and educators. Children should be given the opportunity to solve problems on their own, with guidance and support from adults. Teaching conflict resolution skills is crucial for children's social and emotional development. Balancing work and family life requires setting priorities and saying no to certain commitments. Self-care is essential for parents and educators to effectively support children's development. Heidi Hawkins is passionate about supporting parents and educators and offers resources and contact information for further assistance. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:02 Technical Difficulties 07:39 The Importance of Play in Child Development 15:45 The Role of Failure and Risk-Taking in Child Development 25:26 Teaching Children Conflict Resolution Skills 27:25 Balancing Work and Family Life 37:35 Prioritizing Self-Care 40:20 Passion for Supporting Parents and Educators 41:17 Resources and Contact Information Reach Heidi at: https://www.nestpsychological.com/about (https://www.nestpsychological.com/about) Download the 14 Days to a Calm Nervous System FREEBIE Here: https://www.nestpsychological.com/nervoussystem (ttps://www.nestpsychological.com/nervoussystem) Find Heidi on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/heidi_hawks?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==) @Heidi_Hawks (https://www.instagram.com/heidi_hawks?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==)

3. 

   18 Mar 2024

   An Introduction To Play-Based Learning

   Summary In this enlightening episode, Carmen and Rita kickoff their series by exploring diverse learning strategies and educational philosophies with a deep dive into the pivotal role of play-based learning. As a cornerstone of their educational ethos, they advocate for a child-centered approach, underscoring the necessity of evolving educational frameworks to meet the demands of today's dynamic world. The duo sheds light on how play is instrumental in fostering children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth. They delve into the advantages of engaging in risky play, advocating for a shift in perception towards the concept of play in education. Highlighting the critical need to dismantle outdated views on play, Carmen and Rita set the stage for future discussions to redefine educational paradigms. Tune in for a compelling call to action to embrace and advocate for the transformative power of play in learning. Takeaways Play-based learning is an intentional and well-informed approach to education that promotes cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. Child-centered education is crucial in understanding and meeting the needs of children in their natural course of development. The changing landscape of education requires a shift in mindset and a focus on providing children with the knowledge and skills they need to navigate the future. Risky play is important for building children's resilience, problem-solving skills, and emotional regulation. Parents and educators should change their mindset about play and recognize its value in promoting curiosity, exploration, and joy in learning. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Series 00:30 Starting with Play-Based Learning 03:39 Child-Centered Education 06:23 Adapting Play-Based Learning to the Digital Generation 08:59 The Changing Landscape of Education 09:29 The Breaking Point and the Need for Information 11:34 Child-Centeredness and the Value of Children 12:23 The Importance of Play in Learning 14:02 Overview of Play-Based Learning 15:32 Benefits of Play-Based Learning 20:06 Children's Natural Desire to Learn 21:47 The Importance of Risky Play 23:36 Promoting Independence and Problem-Solving Skills 26:09 Building Resilience and Emotional Regulation 27:21 Changing the Focus from Right Answers to Exploration 29:37 Children's Responsibility for Their Fun 31:25 Developing Problem-Solving and Critical-Thinking Skills 33:33 Upcoming Topics: Emotional Regulation and Teacher Knowledge 34:30 Conclusion and Homework

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