From Prototype to Professor: Career Tips with Dr. Dave Fracchia 🎓

What makes a great teacher? According to Professor Dave Fracchia, it’s not about exams—it’s about Curiosity and Improvisation. 💡Join Fraser for an inspiring look at the Centre for Digital Media in Vancouver BC, where Dr Dave helps students turn big ideas into real apps. Discover why Dave spent 10 years in university, how he uses 'Business Improv' in the classroom, and his powerful advice for kids on finding joy in their work.Inside this episode:🧠 Why 'Curiosity' is a student’s ultimate superpower.🏛️ A sneak peek at the Canadian Video Game Museum (CVGM.ca).🏫 Advice for kids who want to become teachers or professors.#Education #StudentSuccess #DigitalMedia #BCED#STEMtoSTEAM #ParentingTips #Curiosity #JoinTheFray #FutureReady"Inside this episode:03:22 - What does a professor do? 05:24 - What student tech project was the most exciting to help work on?12:59 - How does a kid make their own video game?14:32- What is a personality super power that students need to know about? Whether you’re into STEM, pro sports or movie making, Fraser is here to interview the experts and find out how you can join the fray. Hit 'Follow' on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly episodes that make career exploration fun and easy for the whole family!To share feedback on each episode and have a chance at a shoutout in a future show, leave a Comment here on Spotify and follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jointhefraypodcastIf you’d like to get in touch with your own career story, give feedback on this episode or even request an interview, email our team at [email protected] . We’d love to hear from you!🚀 PROVINCIAL RESOURCES & CAREER PATHWAYS Looking to turn inspiration into action? Check outthese helpful resources for students and parents:[Canada - BC] WorkBC Parents’ Guide: Discover career quizzes and labor market trends for the next decade.  WorkBC.ca[Canada - BC] EducationPlannerBC: The one-stop-shop for planning post-secondary paths at schools like BCIT, SFU, and UVic. EducationPlannerBC.ca[Canada - BC] Skills Ready: Focused on the "Skilled Trades" mentioned by BC Finance Minister Brenda Bailey as the backbone of BC’s 2026 economy.  SkillsReady.ca[UK] National Careers Service (Parents' Guide): They offer a specific "Help a young person" section. It includes a "Skills Health Check" that parents can help their kids take.  nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice[USA]CareerOneStop (Get My Future): A youth-focused portal designed for ages 14–24, but excellent for parents of 9–12 year olds to look at "Career Clusters. careeronestop.org/getmyfuture