Puentes & Possibilities
Claim This Podcastby Coral Zayas
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<p>Join a community exploring the evolving landscape of STEM education through diverse global perspectives with an emphasis on real-world learning opportunities. Learn from educators, innovators and changemakers across industries, as we discover practical tools and actionable ways to drive meaningful change in education together.</p>
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April 6, 2026
Episode 8 Part 2: Connecting Student Learning to Real World Problem Solving
<p>Podcast Host:</p><p>Coral Zayas- Author of Teaching K-5 Science</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="www.coralzayas.com" target="_blank">Website</a>:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="www.instagram.com/thrive_with_coral" target="_blank">Instagram</a>:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="www.linkedin.com/in/coralzayas" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>:</p><p></p><p>Guest Name</p><p>Brianna Amingwa- Founder of Deeply Rooted Outdoor Education (MD)</p><p>Stay Connected and Free Resources:</p><p>DROE <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/deeplyrootedoutdoored/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>:</p><p>Website - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.droe.org" target="_blank">www.droe.org</a></p><p>Email - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:education@droe.org" target="_blank">education@droe.org</a></p><p>Link to download some of the resources shared: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://learn.droe.org/inquiry-through-birds-page" target="_blank">Free Outdoor Investigation Toolkit!</a></p><p></p><p>Content Type</p><p>Interview</p><p></p><p>Primary Goal</p><p>Educational</p><p></p><p>Summary</p><p>In this episode, Coral Zayas interviews environmental educator Bri Amingwa to explore outdoor learning, its benefits, and practical strategies for educators to incorporate nature into science education. Discover how outdoor activities boost student engagement, behavior, and problem-solving skills, especially in urban settings.</p><p></p><p> keywords</p><p>outdoor education, science teaching, environmental education, place-based learning, student engagement, outdoor activities, teacher resources, inquiry-based learning, nature in the classroom, STEM education</p><p></p><p> key topics</p><p>Outdoor education benefits for students</p><p>Strategies for teachers to implement outdoor learning</p><p>Impact of nature on student behavior and engagement</p><p> </p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction to Puentes and Possibilities</p><p>01:11 Exploring Chapter Eight: Real World Problem Solving</p><p>01:56 Meet Ranger Brie: A Journey into Outdoor Education</p><p>03:10 The Importance of Environmental Education</p><p>07:09 Supporting Educators in Outdoor Learning</p><p>10:27 Behavioral Benefits of Outdoor Learning</p><p>10:56 Problem Solving in Outdoor Settings</p><p>13:28 Building Comfort and Confidence Outdoors</p><p>16:22 Advice for Incorporating Outdoor Learning</p><p></p><p> resources</p><p>iNaturalist App - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://inaturalist.org/" target="_blank">https://inaturalist.org/</a></p><p>Seek by iNaturalist - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://inaturalist.org/seek" target="_blank">https://inaturalist.org/seek</a></p><p></p><p></p>
March 29, 2026
Episode 8: Connecting Student Learning to Real World Problem Solving
<p>Podcast Speakers</p><p>Host- Coral Zayas</p><p>Author of <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="www.coralzayas.com/teachingk5science" target="_blank">Teaching K-5 Science</a></p><p>Connect with Coral on <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="www.linkedin.com/in/coralzayas" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> and <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="www.instagram.com/thrive_with_coral" target="_blank">Instagram</a></p><p></p><p>Guest Name</p><p>Yaritza Villalba</p><ul><li>Website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.mckenziesadventures.com/" target="_blank">McKenzie's Adventures | Discover. Innovate. Empower. Join Us!</a></li><li>LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/yaritza-villalba/" target="_blank">Yaritza Villalba | LinkedIn</a></li><li>STEM for Change Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/stem_for_change/" target="_blank">STEM FOR CHANGE (@stem_for_change)</a><p></p></li></ul><p>content type</p><p>Interview</p><p></p><p>primary goal</p><p>Educational</p><p></p><p>summary</p><p>In this episode, Coral Zayas interviews Yaritza Villalba about her journey into global education, the integration of project-based learning with real-world issues, and how educators can connect local and global experiences to enhance student engagement. They explore strategies for culturally responsive teaching, leveraging technology, and fostering international collaborations to prepare students for a sustainable future.</p><p></p><p> keywords</p><p>Global Education, Project-Based Learning, UN Sustainable Development Goals, EdTech, Culturally Responsive Teaching, STEM, International Collaboration, Student Engagement, Sustainable Development, Education Innovation</p><p></p><p> key topics</p><p>Yaritza Villalba's personal journey and global education advocacy</p><p>Using UN Sustainable Development Goals to frame student projects</p><p>Strategies for culturally responsive and inclusive teaching</p><p>Leveraging EdTech like Flipgrid to connect classrooms worldwide</p><p>Practical tips for integrating global issues into local curricula</p><p></p><p> sound bites</p><p>"Education was my key to success."</p><p>"Know your students' interests and experiences."</p><p>"Move from standardized to exploratory grading."</p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Book</p><p>01:08 Connecting Learning to Real-World Problem Solving</p><p>02:02 Guest Introduction: Yaritza Villalba</p><p>02:45 Yaritza's Journey into Global Education</p><p>06:31 Balancing Roles in Education</p><p>10:36 Global Education and Local Connections</p><p>16:52 Misconceptions in Project-Based Learning</p><p></p><p>resources</p><p>McKenzie's Adventures Website - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.mckenziesadventures.com/" target="_blank">https://www.mckenziesadventures.com/</a> </p><p>UN Sustainable Development Goals - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://globalgoals.org" target="_blank">globalgoals.org</a> </p><p></p><p></p>
March 29, 2026
Episode 7: From Science to STEAM and Beyond
<h5>From Science to STEAM and Beyond</h5><p>Explore how educators can shift from siloed subjects to an interdisciplinary approach, infusing STEM, STEAM, and AI responsibly. Featuring Dr. Fonz, a leader in educational technology and AI ethics, this episode offers strategies for meaningful tech integration, fostering collaboration, and preparing students for a connected future.</p><p></p><p>Podcast Speakers:</p><p></p><p>Coral Zayas: Host and Author of <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="www.coralzayas.com/teachingk5science" target="_blank">Teaching K-5 Science</a></p><p>Connect with Coral:</p><ul><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="www.linkedin.com/in/coralzayas" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="www.coralzayas.com" target="_blank">Website</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="www.instagram.com/thrive_with_coral" target="_blank">Instagram</a></li></ul><p></p><p>Dr. Alfonso Mendoza: Founder and Host of My EdTech Podcast</p><p>Connect With Dr. Mendoza:</p><ul><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/alfonsomendoza" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://twitter.com/DrFonz" target="_blank">Twitter</a></li><li>All Social Media: @myedtechlife </li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="www.myedtech.life" target="_blank">Website</a></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Key Topics:</b></p><ul><li>Evolution of STEM and STEAM definitions and their teaching implications.</li><li>Technology as a co-creator in classrooms.</li><li>Practical STEM integration for science teachers.</li><li>Natural cross-disciplinary connections.</li><li>Teachers as interdisciplinary learning engineers.</li><li>Ethical, privacy, and safety considerations in AI and edtech.</li><li>Tools like Kami for inclusive, personalized learning.</li><li>Developing AI and digital literacy.</li></ul><h6><b>Timestamps:</b></h6><ul><li>00:00 - Introduction: Importance of interdisciplinary teaching</li><li>00:56 - STEM, STEAM, STREAM definitions</li><li>01:54 - Shifting teacher mindsets</li><li>03:08 - Guest: Dr. Fonz's expertise in EdTech and AI ethics</li><li>06:20 - Dr. Fonz’s journey in education</li><li>08:21 - Incorporating technology in elementary science</li><li>10:18 - Technology enhancing soft skills</li><li>12:42 - Real-world connections with digital tools</li><li>16:48 - Strategies for natural cross-disciplinary learning</li><li>19:54 - Connecting learning across subjects</li><li>23:30 - Teachers fostering a collaborative mindset</li><li>25:25 - Safety and ethics in AI education</li><li>26:25 - Developing responsible AI policies</li><li>29:20 - AI’s impact on student data and privacy</li><li>34:32 - AI literacy and data privacy</li><li>37:37 - Ongoing training and community engagement</li><li>40:45 - Kami supporting diverse learners</li><li>47:12 - Importance of linguistic and cultural support</li><li>49:36 - Educators transforming STEM and edtech integration</li></ul><h6><b>Additional Notes:</b><br />True STEM and AI integration requires a mindset shift, careful planning, and ethical reflection. Design interconnected learning experiences, build teacher capacity, and prioritize student safety and agency.</h6>
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