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In Episode 003, we learned about the work in Alamo Heights Independent School District with Dr. Kevin Brown (Superintendent) and Dr. Frank Alfaro (Assistant Superintendent). In this episode, we had the chance to speak with Erick Castillon, a graduate of Alamo Heights and a former learner in its Rocketry Program for two years. Erick is currently a student at the University of Texas at San Antonio majoring in Mechanical Engineering. Erick has also had the opportunity to intern at NASA (Summer 2015 and Spring 2016). After listening to the podcast, check out the TEDx talk by Erick’s teacher, Colin Lang, to learn more about the amazing learning environment that transformed Erick!
After listening to this episode, you’ll want to ponder these questions:
- How might leaders provide opportunities for learners to develop their passions in a learner-centered environment?
- How do real-world projects support learner-centered education?
Resources
- Alamo Heights District Report 2016 – Including information on Profile of a Learner and Blueprint for Learning
- Tedx Talk – Mr. Colin Lang – Igniting Tomorrow’s Innovators and Most Valued Engineers
- Education-reimagined.org
- A Transformational Vision for Education in the US
- It’s a Paradigm Shift. So What?
- Season 2: Episode 29 – Interview with Kelly Young