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Navigating Identity and Self-Worth During Adolescence
Clinician Dr. Jay Lewis examines the multifaceted influences on adolescent self-esteem, providing parents with strategies to cultivate confidence and self-worth in their teenagers in this interview episode.
13 May 2025
How Parents Can Strengthen Student Self-Esteem
For years, researchers have explored the connection between parenting styles and academic achievement—but what really defines success for students? Is it a high GPA, a well-rounded resume, or a strong sense of self-worth?
While research on parenting styles and academic outcomes has produced mixed results, a 2005 study by the Academy of Management and Learning identified a different success marker: a student’s overall life satisfaction, something parents can influence.
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Fangzhou Yu-Lewis, a clinician, counselor, educator, and core faculty member in the Counseling Department at Northwestern University. Dr. Yu-Lewis brings deep expertise in working with immigrant families, intergenerational dynamics, and emotional well-being. Together, we explore how parents can meaningfully support their teen’s self-esteem, and why that support is key not just for academic performance, but for lifelong success.
Book referenced by Dr. Yu-Lewis: Good Inside: A Practical Guide to Resilient Parenting Prioritizing Connection Over Correction, by Dr. Becky Kennedy
If you’d like to learn more about “Turning the View” or would like to reach Dr. Fangzhou Yu for her services, please reach her at yu.fangzhou.sabrina@gmail.com. (mailto:yu.fangzhou.sabrina@gmail.com)
14 Nov 2024
How AI Is Improving The Efficiency of Cancer Diagnosis
In the ever-changing landscape of machine learning, STEM students are curious how their education will blend with the future of AI. Dr. Feng is a professional who bridged the gap between cancer research and machine learning. In the latest interview, we discussed the role of technology in diagnosis, and how it may streamline the process for patients in need.
23 Sept 2024
Did AI Kill The College Essay?
Less than two years ago, Chat GPT was released to the public and changed everything. 92% of Fortune 500 companies use generative AI, while 63% of teachers are warming up to the technology for lesson planning.
While the business application of AI is somewhat benign, the usage eventually trickles down to students. Some educators cite difficulties with students using AI to complete at-home quizzes, write their essays, and in the case of Khan Academy’s Khanmigo, even tutor them.
As time goes on, it may become more difficult to decipher machine-written assignments from humans. In recent months, Duke University announced that it would no longer apply a weighted grade to essays submitted through admissions. Dean of Undergraduate Admissions Christoph Guttentag stated, “We’re just no longer assuming that the essay is an accurate reflection of the student’s actual writing ability.”
What does this mean for the college essay? Is it on its way to extinction, with other qualifying replacements in tow? Or will it evolve to stand the test of time?
Knovva Education Connect speaks with Amy Hubbard, a veteran college counselor about AI-assisted writing and how students can stand out in the admissions process.
22 Aug 2024
How Important is Teacher Autonomy in the Classroom?
The unsung key to teacher success is in finite availability, which some educators say no longer exists. Autonomy in the classroom is getting harder to hold onto as district success metrics take precedence over student success.
In 2023, about 10% of Virginia’s Prince Edward County school district resigned, with their exit interviews showing a surprising reason. 25% of respondents claimed that their reason for leaving was due to “a lack of autonomy in instructional decisions and/or classroom management.”
This month's episode discusses the need for teacher autonomy with Professor Connolly, a 35-year veteran educator and professor at Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University in Saudi Arabia and Senior Fellow at their Center for Futuristic Studies.
26 Jul 2024
Do High School Students Have Enough Break Time?
A recent survey by high school educators revealed that students don’t have enough downtime during the day. Come Junior year, the pressure gets turned up for many high school students, between preparing for the SATs and college applications, to juggling one or more extracurricular activities and advanced classes.
While education professionals agree that being busy with things you’re passionate about is important, it’s equally as important to get enough rest. This episode is all about finding a balance between school obligations and necessary downtime to rest and reset.
Knovva speaks with Justin B., a STEM-focused counselor and thought leader explains how he's helped over 500 students overcome the biggest challenges in school to reach college success.
31 May 2024
Episode 7: The Digital SAT and ACT
One thing that's anticipated by all students applying to college: standardized tests. Since the 1920s, the SAT and ACT have been an integral part of the college application process, but this year it's getting a make-over. The new digital SAT and ACT are here with a few key changes you need to know about.
Knovva Academy speaks with standardized test experts and counselors at Ivy Method Tutoring, Peyton and Michael, who discuss the pros, cons, and possibilities of the new standardized tests.
23 Apr 2024
How High School Extracurriculars Can Build Your Resume
Extracurriculars in high school can do a lot more than fill up free time: they can also develop essential skills that follow students through life. Being involved in a sports team, the high school band, or developing the school newspaper can help students become more organized, build a strong work ethic, and learn effective communication skills.
For students applying to college, it's essential to find ways to articulate these skills on your application. Writing a student resume is a great way to start.
This podcast episode is all about getting involved in extracurriculars, and how these activities in high school can build a student resume early on.
25 Mar 2024
The Importance of Building a Relevant Curriculum
One of the most essential questions educators ask themselves is, "How do I build a curriculum that not only teaches the required material but keeps students engaged in the meantime?"
Education Connect discusses bridging necessary lesson content with relevant topics with Ross, a master curriculum designer. His recent work with UNESCO in Southern African public schools gives us insight into engaging students at a higher level than simply lecture-style teaching.
20 Feb 2024
Beyond The Ivy Leagues: Building a Personalized College List
When it comes to choosing which colleges to apply to, virtually everyone can recognize the names of the big 8: the Ivy League universities. For high-performing students, it might be their dream to get accepted into one of these schools.
However, just because it’s an Ivy League or a top-rated university, it might not necessarily be the perfect fit for everyone.
This episode is all about balancing a college list. We will talk about what a college list is, and how to choose where to send your application based on other metrics beyond reputation.
5 Feb 2024
Leveraging AI in the Classroom
Will generative AI affect a student’s ability to learn? Will it affect the role of a teacher? Some professionals shy away from AI because of the potential threat it poses to education as we know it.
Rather than stick to old practices, Peter D., the principal at Tantasqua Regional High School, teaches us how his school district is leaning into this new technology.
This episode is all about the ways teachers can leverage AI to lighten their workload, hold students accountable, and improve the classroom experience.
17 Jan 2024
2024 Private School Admissions Changes
Thirty years of experience equals 30 admissions seasons. By this point, Diane B. has seen it all. She’s an educational consultant at Knovva Academy who routinely coaches students on how to get into their dream schools. However, 2023 marked some significant changes to the admissions process that took education professionals by surprise. Here’s what you need to know for the next private school admissions season.
4 Dec 2023
Understanding EA/ED/RD Admissions Deadlines
September and October are notoriously stressful months for high school seniors. This is the time of year when seniors put their final touches on their college applications before sending them to top colleges.
You may already know that early decision and regular decision mean two different things, but why does this earlier deadline matter?
Knovva speaks to Diane B., an education consultant with three decades of experience about the important differences between the admissions options.
Plus, learn how to leverage all three and maximize your chances of getting into your dream school.
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