Student Experience Podcast

Episodes

1. 33

   S3 E8 - Jeremy Chetty from Student Edge sharing the importance of informed career aspirations for a successful student experience

   We talked about the importance of helping students understand career opportunities in both high school and higher education, creating a supportive International student experience and developing Entrepreneurial skills for life! Available as transcript:...

   Aug 7, 2022

   28m
2. 32

   S3 E7: Exploring Micro-credentials with special guest, Dr Rachel Fitzgerald

   With the new framework on Micro-credentials just released, what better timing than now to explore the world of micro-credentials - what are they, why are they important, and how can we make the most of them? Episode transcript is available here:...

   Mar 31, 2022

   33m
3. 31

   S3, E6 - with special guest Eddie Blass talking student focused online learning experiences and the power of encouraging curiousity

   Online learning - love it or hate it, we all have our own interpretations of what it is, and perhaps what it could be. Today's guest Eddie Blass shares insights and ideas from creating The Inventorium, an alternative online education experience targeting youth who are disengaged from the...

   Mar 18, 2022

   31m
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   S3, E5 - Professor Scott Bowman (VC Charles Darwin Uni) on making a difference and the importance of connecting with students

   In this episode, our final for 2021, leader and follower, Prof Scott Bowman (Vice-Chancellor and President of Charles Darwin University) shares the importance for staff AND students to have the opportunity to make a difference, as well as how the Executive can (and should) have better connections...

   Dec 14, 2021

   26m
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   S3, E4 with special guest Dr Mollie Dollinger, talking Student Partners - they what, how, who and why!

   Students as Partners is a hot topic at the moment, but what exactly is it, how might you go about creating a Student Partnership and why is it an important component of the overall student experience? You can access the transcript here:...

   Nov 9, 2021

   27m
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   S3, E3 with special guest Sam Jacob, talking creating safe and inclusive learning for LGBTIQA+ students and Metro vs Regional strategies

   All students have the right to experience a safe and supportive learning (and work) experience - unfortunately this is not always the case. In this episode the amazing Sam Jacob shares their insights into some of the challenges LGBTIQA+ students experience and how we can create an environment to…

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   Aug 10, 2021

   54m
7. 27

   Series 3, E2 with special guest Staci Jordan Shelton, talking creating environments to enable learning and innovation

   Whether you are in education wanting to encourage learning, or wanting to encourage application and innovation in the workplace, this one is for you! You can learn more about Staci's work by following her on facebook (https://www.facebook.com/stacijordanshelton) or checking out her current…

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   Jun 27, 2021

   41m
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   S3, Episode 1 - talking Climate Change, Student Engagement and International Recruitment with Ailsa Lamont

   In this episode we explore how an increasing number of students are assessing the climate activity and sustainability of an Education Institution when making the choice to enroll, and the need for considering sustainability impacts with International recruitment. Ailsa joins us from Pomegranate...

   Jun 3, 2021

   37m
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   S2, Episode 10: Where the tables are turned and Tanya is interviewed by Ben Hallett of Vygo about what drives her, and why Student Experience and Learn Grow Become.

   For our final episode of this season, Tanya is interviewed by Ben Hallett of Vygo about what drives her, and why Student Experience is her passion, and Learn Grow Become is the vehicle. Success is defined differently by all of us. We need to be able to tailor to individuals on a large scale. To…

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   Oct 26, 2020

   32m
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    S2, Episode 9 - reimagining University , talking Students as Partners and the power of the Block model with special guest, Trish McCluskey

    In today's episode we are joined by Trish McCluskey of Victoria University discussing the impact their transition to an integrated Students as Partners and Block model have had for their first year students - and how this approach set them up for success during COVID19.

    Oct 14, 2020

    30m
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    S2 Episode 8 - Brain readiness, the new post COVID challenge with special guest Jane Schueler

    Getting students back on campus is still the key focus for Universities around the world... but the students they will get back are not the same. In today's podcast we talk about the post-COVID brain and how this will impact student outcomes over a longer term, and why "Back to Normal" is not…

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    Oct 8, 2020

    45m
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    S2, Episode 7: Talking creating community online with Alaia Peres

    Today we talk about the importance of connected community and the benefits that online communities bring even when students are on campus. Alaia is the co-founder of Jumbea (jumbea.com) and joins us from Paris.

    Sep 24, 2020

    28m
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    S2, Episode 6: Reimagining outbound experiences and their power to transform the student experience, with special guest Dr Julie Roberts.

    Talking about the value of outbound experience, social impact and reimagining student travel in COVID and beyond with special guest Julie Roberts..

    Sep 17, 2020

    21m
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    S2, Episode 5: Talking personalised course/career decisions with Special Guest Adebisi Adebowale of Upliftology

    In today's episode we talk about the issues of student debt, and the importance of personalised career decisions - which higher education option is right for whom? It's not a one-size-fits-all. You can learn more about the work of Adebisi Adebowale at https://Upliftology.co

    Sep 8, 2020

    21m
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    S2, Episode 4 : Positive lifecycle innovation enhancing student experience With special guest Cindy Cooper

    In today's Student Experience episode we talk Innovation with social and environmental awareness, and how embedding these values and principles we are not only enhancing student experience, but also changing the way they approach innovation throughout their careers. Definite employability skills...

    Sep 3, 2020

    25m
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    S2, episode 3: Special Guest Dr Lydia Woodyatt talking the power of academic-student connection.

    In today's episode we talk with Dr Lydia Woodyatt about the importance of connection with our students, particularly as academics, and how that plays a significant part of student experience and well-being. You can access the transcript here:...

    Aug 27, 2020

    28m
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    S2, Episode 2: Talking peer to peer connection with Vygo co-founder, Ben Hallett

    Ben shares how inspiration from their own student journey lead to a career change and the creation of Vygo, and we discuss the benefit of online peer to peer connection particularly in times of disconnection. To learn more about Vygo: Vygoapp.com To learn more about The Mentor Academy:...

    Aug 19, 2020

    32m
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    Season 2, Episode 1: Why we created our Learn2Learn program and whats planned for season 2!

    Today we share some of the research outcomes from our 2019 pilot project and share some of whats to come!

    Aug 12, 2020

    10m
19. 15

    Episode 15: Exploring Innovation and Impact with special guest Jenna Baskin

    Talking Innovation and impact for online learners - with a focus on vocational education.

    Apr 7, 2020

    30m
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    Episode 14: Talking with Linley Lord about having a global university approach and creating culturally relevant student experiences

    Global perspective of student experience - adaptability and local relevance.

    Mar 9, 2020

    44m
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    Episode 13: With Special Guest Cherie Diaz talking Online Learning environments

    Online learning isnt just recording a face to face lecture and making it available online. There are different ways to create an engaging online learning experience - listen in for more.

    Mar 8, 2020

    26m
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    Episode 12: Special guest Alf Lizzio (my hero) talking student success, the future of higher education and changing our mindsets.

    Today we get to hear from the source - about the 5 senses of success, what changes do we need to adapt to in higher education to survive and thrive, and what are some of the mindset shifts we need to make as academics and administrators...

    Mar 1, 2020

    35m
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    Episode 11: Talking dyslexia and reframing the learning experience with special guest Christina Maurer-Smolder

    Today we talk about rethinking curriculum to support students with dyslexia and make learning easier for ALL students.

    Feb 24, 2020

    27m
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    Episode 10: Talking embedding a career focus in the student experience with special guest Claire Cuvyer

    We discuss the importance of keeping the end goal - career or employment - in mind during our studies. It can be easy to focus on just the learning experience, and yet without an employment outcome at the end the experience is somewhat emptier... Claire has kindly shared some useful student...

    Feb 16, 2020

    19m
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    Episode 9: Special Guest Josh Farr talks student leadership development

    Developing leadership skills and qualities has a positive impact on the student experience for all students Transcript is available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JkX319OuFtUSLI6vSCFdaV9e4F-WTZJE/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=110693432570715312010&rtpof=true&sd=true

    Feb 9, 2020

    35m
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    Episode 8: Special Guest Marty Lock from TAFE Queensland

    Today we talk about the International VET market - and how to support International Students in their initial transition to Higher Education in Australia. Transcript is available here:...

    Jan 30, 2020

    46m
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    Episode 7: Special Guest Howell Williams from Keypath

    Today we talk data based decision making, innovating for different approaches for online education and more! Transcript is available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IhrNGSBDsRMw5PL0rL7mz2AvIRl5eZDW/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=110693432570715312010&rtpof=true&sd=true

    Jan 22, 2020

    27m
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    Episode 6: Special Guest Dr Cathy Stone

    In this episode we explored strategies for changing the way we approach student processes and policies, to really get to know our students and redesign our communication approach to really connect with them. Transcript is available here:...

    Jan 14, 2020

    36m
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    Episode 5 - Special Guest Dr Melinda Mann

    Joining me today is proud Darumbal and South Sea Islander woman, Dr Melinda Mann. Today we talk about the power of lived experience, and of asking our students what they need. Throwing out assumptions and process before people, we explore how we can best support the students of today. Transcript…

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    Jan 9, 2020

    18m
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    Episode 4 - Special guest Jonathon Hassall from ConnectADHD

    Get the inside knowledge on how ADHD affects your students, and how you can better support them for success. Transcript is available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SIoH0E_HKButPGcBQ-X-XCR959KhxMzh/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=110693432570715312010&rtpof=true&sd=true

    Jan 5, 2020

    32m
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    Episode 3: With special guest Professor Sarah O'Shea

    Talking Equity, Peer-Led programs, and supporting student experience. You can find out more about Sarah's work on her website: https://heaccessforall.com/ Transcript is available here:...

    Dec 18, 2019

    14m
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    Episode 2: With special guest, Desiree Cai.

    Desiree is the current (outgoing) President of the National Union of Students in Australia, and an expert consultant to the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA). Desiree joins us from Melbourne and shares her perspectives as a student, as a student representative, and with...

    Dec 8, 2019

    20m
33. 1

    Episode 1: introducing the Student Experience podcast.

    Our first episode in a series which will share the experiences and perspectives of Student Experience experts, and reflect on different student experience practices across the industry.

    Dec 8, 2019

    6m