Ep 39: Measuring student competencies in civics; embracing student-centered technology

Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.In this podcast, Ryan and Sarah discuss the different approaches that states take to measuring student competency in the subject of civics, and the difficulties of measuring civics as something you learn versus something you do. Sarah talks about the usage of technology in classrooms and the importance of inspiring educators to become active agents in promoting interactive and student-centered learning.Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)Producer: Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)Post-Production: Ross Ulysse