LTEFE @ Aston (Learning & Teaching in Economics, Finance and Entrepreneurship at Aston University)

About LTEFE @ Aston (Learning & Teaching in Economics, Finance and Entrepreneurship at Aston University)

Within the Economics and International Business department at Aston University, many of our academics have a strong interest in teaching and learning. We therefore created this podcast with an aim to share insight, innovations, and best practice among the department, as well to a wider audience. The podcast is led by Dr Karishma Patel, a Teaching Fellow in Economics at Aston University. In each episode, we invite members of the department to have a conversation about a topic which they are interested in. We also invite guest speakers to share their insights with us.

Publisher

Learning and Teaching in Economics and International Business @ Aston University

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

31 May 2023

Latest episode

7 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

32 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   7 Oct 2026

   Building Entrepreneurial Mindset and Resilience Through Experiential Learning with Neha Prashar

   In this episode, Karishma Patel (Aston University) is joined by Neha Prashar (Aston University) to discuss a hands-on approach to teaching entrepreneurship and innovation. Wanting students to experience entrepreneurship rather than simply learn about it, Neha challenged her Master's students to design a product that could support student wellbeing using only a selection of basic materials like paper cups, string, and pens etc. Along the way, the students faced unexpected constraints that reflected real-world disruptions, forcing them to adapt, innovate and rethink their ideas. The conversation explores why Neha chose such an experiential approach, how students responded to being pushed outside their comfort zones, and what she learned from the experience. It may even leave you tempted to raid the stationary cupboard and see what happens when your students are challenged to learn by doing rather than listening!

2. 

   17 Sept 2026

   From A Level to University Economics with Isobel Dawson (creator of Econosaurus)

   In this episode, Karishma Patel (Aston University) is joined by Isobel Dawson, creator of Econosaurus (https://www.econosaurus.co.uk/home), an online platform providing resources and support for A-Level Economics teachers. They discuss the all-important transition from A level Economics to studying Economics at university, exploring some of the key differences between the two stages of study and how teachers can help students navigate this transition successfully. The conversation also reflects on how students’ expectations and approaches to learning change as they move into higher education, with insights that can be relevant to teachers and lecturers across other disciplines too.

3. 

   21 Aug 2026

   Reflections from the Aston L&T Festival 2026: Key Takeaways from the Festival and What’s Next? with Chris Wilson

   This episode is part of a series reflecting on the AstonLearning & Teaching Festival, held in July 2026, which brought colleagues from across the University together to share innovative practice, exchange ideas and inspire new possibilities in learning and teaching. In this episode, Karishma Patel (AstonUniversity) is joined by Chris Wilson, Senior Teaching Fellow and Director of the Aston Centre for Excellence in Educational Innovation (ACE), and one of the key organisers behind the Festival. Chris reflects on how the Festival went andshares some of the key themes and conversations that emerged, offering insight into what these might tell us about the direction of learning and teaching at Aston. He also introduces the newly established ACE and shares his vision forits role in supporting educational innovation across the University.

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

28,476,086

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 62 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

59

Social presence

0

YouTube

93

Engagement

68

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