Episode 8: Connecting Student Learning to Real World Problem Solving

Podcast SpeakersHost- Coral ZayasAuthor of Teaching K-5 ScienceConnect with Coral on LinkedIn and InstagramGuest NameYaritza VillalbaWebsite: McKenzie's Adventures | Discover. Innovate. Empower. Join Us!LinkedIn: Yaritza Villalba | LinkedInSTEM for Change Instagram: STEM FOR CHANGE (@stem_for_change)content typeInterviewprimary goalEducationalsummaryIn this episode, Coral Zayas interviews Yaritza Villalba about her journey into global education, the integration of project-based learning with real-world issues, and how educators can connect local and global experiences to enhance student engagement. They explore strategies for culturally responsive teaching, leveraging technology, and fostering international collaborations to prepare students for a sustainable future. keywordsGlobal Education, Project-Based Learning, UN Sustainable Development Goals, EdTech, Culturally Responsive Teaching, STEM, International Collaboration, Student Engagement, Sustainable Development, Education Innovation key topicsYaritza Villalba's personal journey and global education advocacyUsing UN Sustainable Development Goals to frame student projectsStrategies for culturally responsive and inclusive teachingLeveraging EdTech like Flipgrid to connect classrooms worldwidePractical tips for integrating global issues into local curricula sound bites"Education was my key to success.""Know your students' interests and experiences.""Move from standardized to exploratory grading."Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Book01:08 Connecting Learning to Real-World Problem Solving02:02 Guest Introduction: Yaritza Villalba02:45 Yaritza's Journey into Global Education06:31 Balancing Roles in Education10:36 Global Education and Local Connections16:52 Misconceptions in Project-Based LearningresourcesMcKenzie's Adventures Website - https://www.mckenziesadventures.com/ UN Sustainable Development Goals - globalgoals.org