Why Teaching Race Shouldn't Be Terrifying
Lawrence Blum, author of the book "High Schools, Race, and America's Future" reflects on his experience teaching a rigorous high school course on race and racism.
25 Jan 201315min
Can You Recognize Inappropriate Test Prep?
In this edition of the Harvard EdCast, Professor Daniel Koretz, an expert in school testing, discusses inappropriate test prep in schools and how, unfortunately, there is little parents can do about i...
25 Jan 201313min
The 'Bully' Pulpit
Lee Hirsch, director of the documentary "Bully" shares stories of the film and explains why this subject is so personally important to him.
25 Jan 201315min
The Celebrity Math Tutor
Sal Khan, founder of Khan Academy, shares insights into his unique style of teaching, the future of his work, and how he's dealing with celebrity.
25 Jan 201321min
Incubating Education
Kim Smith, co-founder and CEO of Bellwether Education Partners discusses incubating educational entrepreneurs, the role of business and education, and the importance of balancing work with family.
25 Jan 201319min
The Kennedy Legacy
Kerry Kennedy, president of the Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights reflects on bullying, international human rights, and whether she'd rather be a Kardashian or Osborne.
25 Jan 201315min
Are You Using Culturally Disruptive Practices?
John E. Roberts, author of the book "Instructional Rounds in Action" reflects on how an invaluable guide of doing 'rounds' can provide a framework for systemic improvement in schools.
25 Jan 201314min
2020 Vision
Martha Kanter, under secretary of education, U.S. Department of Education, shares progress of President Obama's 2020 College Graduation Goal and how to improve both college access and completion.
25 Jan 201316min
