Tuan D. Nguyen is an associate professor in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at Kansas State University. He applies rigorous quantitative methods (quasi-experimental designs and meta-analysis) to examine 1) the teacher labor markets, particularly looking at the factors that drive teacher attrition and retention, and 2) the effects and implications of teacher policies and education policies intended for social equity and school improvement. Sign up for the Newsletter Post a podcast review AND Subscribe to DivingDeepEDU Music: Believin Stephen Links: Is There A Nationa ..read more

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Check out the NEW Ed.D. Pathway podcast! This podcast aims to help potential and current Ed.D. students navigate the doctoral journey towards success.   We will do that through concise conversations that seek to help others along the Ed.D. path. Check out Eddpathway.com for helpful resources on your Ed.D. journey. Free Resources Courses Blog Podcast (Review / Subscribe) Newsletter Your host: Dr. Matthew Downing earned his Ed.D. from Northeastern University, and created Ed.D. Pathway to help others hold that doctoral diploma in hand. Connect with Dr. Matthew Downing Linkedin Twitte ..read more

Can I Tell You Something explores the power of our words expressed. This poem is told from the perspective of a young boy.  However, the ideas can be applied to people of any age. Post a review. Subscribe. Dr. Matthew Downing has over 15 years experience helping K-12 school systems integrate technology.  He is most curious about the way technology transforms the learning process, and engages students in authentic learning experiences.  He is also interested in developing professional development that leads to lasting results.  Matthew hosts and produces DivingDeepEDU p ..read more

What guides you?  What are the forces that direct your path? As I've reflected on those questions, I've come up with this spoken word poem, Compass. This is the final episode in season 1, and will be taking a lengthy break from podcast production. Post a review. Subscribe. Dr. Matthew Downing has over 15 years experience helping K-12 school systems integrate technology.  He is most curious about the way technology transforms the learning process, and engages students in authentic learning experiences.  He is also interested in developing professional development that leads ..read more

What can we learn from Mr. Rogers in respect to blended learning? Mr. Rogers transformed the television experience for kids decades ago, and there is much we can continue to learn from him today. He encouraged listeners to slow down, established routines, created deep connections, and experimented with new ideas. These are all lessons we can bring into the traditional or blended classroom.  Listen in to this fast paced thought piece and check out the blended learning mini series.  Ep's 40-49. Post a review. Subscribe. Dr. Matthew Downing has over 15 years experience helping K-12 ..read more

What does an online school look like that elevates self directed learning, utilizes learning challenges, and taps into student agency? Let me introduce you to The Forest School Online.   This conversation with Maxwell Smith seeks to elevate unique elements of The Forest School Online in order for us to see a different path forward in respect to online learning. For more information check out . . . The Forest School Online  Post a review. Subscribe. Maxwell Smith is the Head of School for The Forest School Online, an international, virtual, self-directed learning school that ..read more

What if technology made the educational experience more impactful, reduced stress, and allowed us to get more done in less time? William Minton and Matthew Downing discuss these critical questions and much more on this helpful podcast episode. William showcases Canopy, a new learning management system, as a way to grapple with these questions.  Canopy helps the learner and teacher interact with tech tools in a more seamless way.   Tune into the blended learning mini series to help reflect on the past year and consider a path forward.  (see episodes 40-48) Post a review.&nbs ..read more

Consistency is essential within a blended learning environment.   More than that, consistency transcends technology and blended learning models, which makes it an ideal foundational element to build effective learning environments.   Richard Byrne discusses this with Matthew Downing and why it is so critical.  They also explore examples of what consistency looks like in the classroom, and consider ways to increase engagement. Tune into the blended learning mini series to help reflect on the past year and consider a path forward. Post a review. Subscribe. Episode 6 ..read more

Blended learning has forced teachers across the globe to modify their teaching practice and experiment with new tools and ideas.  Dom Traynor and Matthew Downing discuss this as well as the ability of blended learning to encourage teachers to be learners at the same time as the students.  Teachers don't have to be the expert on every technology tool or idea.  Teachers can rely on students who possess an understanding or tutorials that have already been created.   Tune into the blended learning mini series to help reflect on the past year and consider a path forward (ep ..read more