320: Being Mindful in the Moment with Dr. Rina Bajaj
Shifting Schools: Conversations for K12 Educators
Release Date: 01/08/2024
The Future of School with Dr. Annalies Corbin
Shifting Schools: Conversations for K12 Educators
In this episode of Shifting Schools, Jeff Utecht interviews Dr. Annalies Corbin, author of 'Hacking School: Five Strategies to Link Learning to Life.' They discuss the origins of the PAST Foundation, the importance of STEM identity, and the five key strategies for educational reform. Annalies emphasizes the need for cultural relevance, student agency, and problem-based learning in education. They also explore the challenges educators face in implementing these changes, the impact of standardized testing, and the concept of wicked problems in education. The conversation highlights the...
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Mental Health Meets AI: What Alongside Is Teaching Us About Students Today
Shifting Schools: Conversations for K12 Educators
What if AI could help schools not just support educators as they work to manage student mental health needs, but prevent crises before they start? In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Elsa Friis, licensed clinical psychologist from returns to discuss how her team is using clinician-built AI tools to support students, educators, and families. From building trust through anonymity to boosting classroom attendance, Elsa shares research, real stories, and the myths she’s constantly debunking. 🎧 You’ll hear about: Why mental health support doesn't need to be 55 minutes long to make...
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AI Companions: the risks and benefits, and what educators need to know
Shifting Schools: Conversations for K12 Educators
How do we prepare students—and ourselves—for a world where AI grief companions and "deadbots" are a reality? In this eye-opening episode, Jeff Utecht sits down with Dr. Tomasz Hollanek, a critical design and AI ethics researcher at the University of Cambridge’s Leverhulme Centre for the Future of Intelligence, to discuss: The rise of AI companions like Character.AI and Replika Emotional manipulation risks and the ethics of human-AI relationships What educators need to know about the EU AI Act and digital consent How to teach AI literacy beyond skill-building—focusing on ethics,...
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What does it mean to 'spark brilliance' in schools?
Shifting Schools: Conversations for K12 Educators
In this episode of Shifting Schools, Jeff Utecht speaks with Jackie Insinger and Monica White about their book, 'Spark Brilliance for Educators.' They discuss the application of positive psychology in education, the importance of addressing teacher burnout, and the transformative impact of the Spark framework on both teachers and students. The conversation highlights the significance of authentic connections in the classroom and the need for a systemic approach to improve school culture and mental health. Learn more: Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Brilliance and Positive...
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Why Raising Adaptive, Curious Humans in the Age of AI Matters More Than Ever Before
Shifting Schools: Conversations for K12 Educators
In this conversation, Tricia Friedman speaks with Tania Tasopoulou, a business psychologist and organizational development expert with more than 25 years of experience in Europe and the GCC. Tania has led executive roles at global organizations including Coca-Cola HBC and King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), and began her career at Korn Ferry (formerly Hay Group S.A.), where she served as Expertise Leader for Talent Management and Leadership Development across Southeast Europe. Now the founder of OrgDesignWays, Tania is pioneering conversations about the future of...
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The number one trend driving change across industries
Shifting Schools: Conversations for K12 Educators
In this conversation, Tricia Friedman and Rachael Mann explore the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on education, the workforce, and various industries. They discuss the importance of preparing educators and students for the changes brought about by AI, emphasizing that it's not too late to start engaging with these technologies. The conversation also touches on the intersection of AI with creative fields, the potential for AI to enhance career and technical education (CTE), and the need for a balanced perspective on the benefits and challenges of AI. Mann shares insights...
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Stick-to-itiveness for the future world of work
Shifting Schools: Conversations for K12 Educators
In this conversation, Tricia Friedman speaks with Jerome James about the evolving landscape of engineering, the importance of curiosity and problem-solving skills, and how AI is changing the profession. They discuss the intersection of engineering and mental health, the significance of effective communication in energy management, and the qualities employers seek in engineers. Jerome shares insights on finding one's niche in engineering and the unexpected joys of making a positive impact through one's work. Chapters 00:00 Engineering the Future: An Introduction 03:05 Curiosity and Problem...
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The Fourth Industrial Revolution requires a shift
Shifting Schools: Conversations for K12 Educators
What does it mean to embracing change in the Fourth Industrial Revolution? Our special guest talks about the skills and mindset we need to embrace. Welcome to our summer series on the future world of work. We kick it off with Ann Nakaska. Ann Nakaska M.Ed. CDF has a background in psychology, education, and business. She specializes in career decision making and career planning with a special interest in career opportunities of the future. She believes that by people can prepare for the fourth industrial revolution workplace by developing a GET (Global, Entrepreneurial and Technological)...
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Coming soon: The Future World of Work
Shifting Schools: Conversations for K12 Educators
Listeners voted and told us this summer they wanted us to tell them more about the future world of work. Jeff and Tricia will bring listeners an incredible lineup of experts from a broad range of industries to tell us more about where we are heading. The summer series is proud to partner with Tune in June 16th to catch the first episode in our summer of great conversations.
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The Importance of Trauma-Informed Philanthropy & Advocacy
Shifting Schools: Conversations for K12 Educators
In this conversation, Erin Williamson from Love 146 discusses the organization's core values of defiant hope and unfiltered joy, emphasizing the importance of trauma-informed care in supporting youth who have experienced trafficking. She highlights the necessity of a collective effort in addressing these complex issues and the role of policy in protecting victims. The discussion also touches on the importance of teaching consent and navigating relationships, as well as how the public can support change through awareness and advocacy. Erin Williamson is the Chief Programs & Strategy Officer...
info_outlineOur mental health series continues with Dr. Rina Bajaj. This conversation brings us great ways to reframe our inner monologue and strategies to refresh our approach to caring for self and combatting burnout.
This series is sponsored by Money Pickle, learn more about ways to connect with an advisor today: https://www.moneypickle.com/shiftingschools
Learn more about our guest:
Dr Rina Bajaj is a Chartered Counselling Psychologist with over 17 years of experience within the field of mental health. In 2017, she founded her private consultancy, Rina Bajaj Ltd, which offers a specialist therapeutic service for adults and young people providing therapy, business consultation and coaching. She has worked with many international corporate companies providing workshops and training on areas including staff well-being, mental health awareness, mindfulness, creating a positive mindset, motivation, habit building and stress management.
Rina is a regular contributor to national and international media and her recent media contribitions can be viewed via: linkt.ree/drrinabajaj Rina has worked with many interesting clients over the years including celebrities, entrepreneurs, professional athletes, musicians and artists. Rina is trained in a range of therapeutic approaches and believes in matching the therapy to the client, rather than the other way around. Her areas of speciality include relationships, anxiety and trauma. In May 2023, she released an Amazon best-selling self-empowerment book called “The Magic in Me”. Broken down into three main sections; the relationship with the self, relationships with others and connecting with individuals’ own identity, wants and needs; the book offers readers daily exercises designed to help them strengthen their connection to their true authentic self. Spanning a recommended thirty days, with journaling space provided within the pages, readers will be encouraged to make time for reflection to boost their inner confidence, self-worth and purpose.
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recent media contribitions can be viewed via: linkt.ree/drrinabajaj
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