Ep. 40 Revolutionizing Education: The Exodexa Approach with Dr. Leah Hanes

In this podcast episode, host Heidi Schalk interviews Dr. Leah Hanes, discussing her journey in education and the innovative approaches of her company, Exodexa. They explore the importance of gamification in learning, the challenges of traditional education systems, and the need for individualized learning experiences. Dr. Leah shares insights on how to engage students effectively and the future of education, emphasizing the importance of adapting to the needs of today's learners. In this conversation, Dr. Leah discusses the importance of understanding different learning styles and how engagement can be enhanced through movement and project-based learning. The role of AI in education is explored, emphasizing the need for ethical use and integration into the learning process. Dr. Leah shares her experiences in navigating business growth and the challenges faced in launching Exodexa, a new educational platform. Effective marketing strategies to reach both students and parents are highlighted, along with a vision for the future of education that prioritizes student engagement and teacher support.Bio*Dr. Leah Hanes leads the Two Bit Circus Foundation (2BCF) and has done so since 2013. During her tenure, 2BCF has grown into a strong voice in the current STEAM Education discourse leading to her co-authoring SHAPING THE FUTURE OF EDUCATION with Nolan Bushnell. Hanes who is on the Board of Bushnell’s Ed Tech firm, ExoDexa is now also CEO.Prior to ExoDexa, and  2BCF, Dr. Hanes’ held a variety of positions focused on children and education. Most recently, she taught Adult Developmental Theory and Ethics at Antioch University Los Angeles. Dr. Hanes’ formal education includes a Ph.D. in ethics and gender from Antioch University’s Graduate School of Leadership and Change. Her M.A. is in Organizational Management.To connect with our guest, click on the links below:LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/leah-hanes-ph-d-6792995/Website:  www.ExoDexa.comConnect with me:Spotlight to Scale: Spotlight to Scale BlueprintLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidischalkcoaching/