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The Constructing Modern Knowledge Podcast
by Gary Stager, Ph.D.
Constructing Modern Knowledge produces the premiere learning-by-doing events and books for creative educators. These podcasts share powerful ideas and progressive education voices.
Episodes
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Episode 30 - The Future is Computational (Lithuanian Keynote)
Drawing on decades of work with students and teachers worldwide, Gary argues that experience — not instruction — is the foundation of real knowledge, and that the tools available to learners today make what was once unimaginable entirely within reach.
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Episode 29 - Crosspost from eSchool News: AI in Education: Beyond the Hype Cycle
Dive into how AI is being used — and overused — in K‑12 education, from practical classroom tools to sourcing concerns. Experts separate hype from reality.
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Episode 28 - Crosspost from Dan Kearney's What's the Big Idea Podcast
Dan and Gary talk about Gary's dear friend, the late Seymour Papert, and the meaning of a computer in a classroom, phones in schools, Gary's experience teaching in a prison in Maine, and why reading from actual books is so vital.
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Episode 27 - Seymour Papert Keynote at RIMA 2004
In this keynote address, Seymour Papert spoke of "learning environmentalism" and shared the "Land of Suet" parable he loved.
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Episode 26 - Carla Rinaldi, Edith Ackermann, and Gary Stager in Conversation
This recently found video features insights from Professor Carla Rinaldi and Dr. Edith Ackerman. Rinaldi emphasizes the Reggio Emilia approach, illustrating with a story about young children learning through projects and peer interactions. Ackerman discusses the intersection of design, play, and...
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Episode 25 - Will Richardson in Conversation with Gary Stager
In this conversation, Gary and Will discuss the complexities and pressing issues faced by educators in the modern world. They reflect on past educational practices, the impacts of the pandemic, and the importance of prioritizing the well-being of students over rigid adherence to curricula and...
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Episode 24 - Sylvia Martinez Speaks With Ken Kahn About His New AI Book
In this episode, Dr. Kahn discusses his journey with AI, including his work in generative AI, ToonTalk programming, and his focus on enabling children to integrate AI into their projects. The conversation highlights the book's focus on engaging students with chatbots to create interactive web…
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Episode 23 - @The Meadow Crosspost Podcast with Gary Stager
In this episode, Gary Stager, and Las Vegas school administrator Joseph Carver discuss Gary's work with teachers, Seymour Papert, 1:1 computing, teaching computing to children, the Constructing Modern Knowledge summer institute, and inventing the future of education.
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Episode 22 - Rethinking Tinkering with Gary Stager
After about fifteen years of the maker movement and the adoption of makerpsaces in education, Dr. Gary Stager, co-author of Invent to Learn - Making, Tinkering, and Engineering in the Classroom, has some thoughts on tinkering. This keynote reviews lessons learned and launches educators towards a...
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Episode 21 - Alfie Kohn at CMK 2022
Fearless educator, author, and guest speaker Alfie Kohn has been featured at Constructing Modern Knowledge on three separate occasions, including our very first year. Here is a a recording of his most recent CMK conversation.
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Crossover Episode 20 - Tinkering 15 for 15
Ryan Jenkins of the Wonderful Idea Co. recently sat down with Constructing Modern Knowledge founder Gary Stager to discuss the lessons learned from fifteen years of leading his summer institute.
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Episode 19 - Jonathan Kozol at Constructing Modern Knowledge
Jonathan Kozol is a National Book Award-winner who abandoned his Rhodes Scholarship to teach in the still largely segregated Boston Public Schools following news of the murder of Goodman, Schwerner, and Chaney in Mississippi. He was subsequently fired for reading a Langston Hughes poem to fourth...
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Episode 18 - Nikole Hannah-Jones at Constructing Modern Knowledge 2019
Episode 18 - Nikole Hannah-Jones at Constructing Modern Knowledge 2019
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Crossover Episode 17 – Future Learning Design Podcast: Overhyping Tech & AI in Education
A special crosspost episode from the Future Learning Design podcast about AI and educational technology
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Crossover Episode 16 - Dr. Gary Stager on the New, Now, & Wow in Technology
With a focus on mathematics, Academy Master Teacher Colin Chapman is joined by international thought leader, Dr. Gary Stager. This episode delves into the ever-evolving technology and computational environments used to support both student and educator learning. With a focus on practical and...
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Crossover Episode 15 - AI in a Mathematics Classroom with Dr. Gary Stager
With a focus on mathematics and artificial intelligence (AI), Academy Master Teacher Anam Javed is joined by international thought leader, Dr. Gary Stager. This episode discusses the mathematical limitations and possibilities of AI in the classroom and the presence of programs such as ChatGPT.…
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Crossover Episode 14 - Electrifying Children's Mathematics
With a focus on mathematics, Academy Master Teacher Emma Moore is joined in this podcast by international thought leader, Dr Gary Stager. In this episode they discuss how educators can use technology to create better mathematical thinking and learning experiences for students. This episode also...
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Episode 13 - Howard Gardner Fireside Chat
Episode 13 - Howard Gardner Fireside Chat
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Episode 12 - with Carla Rinaldi
Carla Rinaldi of the Reggio Children Foundation joins Gary Stager to discuss education, childhood, and her latest book, "In Dialogue with Reggio Emilia."
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Episode 11 - with Dr. Howard Gardner
On December 2, 2020, Harvard Professor and MacArthur Genius Dr. Howard Gardner joined Gary Stager and several hundred educators for a conversation about his new book, "A Synthesizing Mind - A Memoir from the Creator of Multiple Intelligences Theory," and other topics.
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Episode 10 - with Alfie Kohn
The virtual Constructing Modern Knowledge Celebration on July 16, 2020 culminated in an Ask Me Anything session with education author, researcher, and popular speaker, Alfie Kohn.
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Episode 9 - Virtual Maker Ed Keynote
Gary S. Stager, Ph.D. was the closing keynote speaker for the Virtual Maker Ed Unconference. Dr. Stager's presentation and ensuing conversation was entitled, "Summer Camp Computing or Nostalgia for the Future."
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Episode 8 - CMK Reunion
Sylvia Martinez welcomes back Constructing Modern Knowledge alumni from over twelve years of institutes to discuss their learning adventures at CMK and beyond.
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Episode 7 - Constructing Modern Knowledge Celebration Day Faculty Meeting
Session #1 of the virtual Constructing Modern Knowledge Celebration Day featured a virtual faculty meeting in which the educators who make Constructing Modern Knowledge happen shared their favorite memories and projects.
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Episode 6 with Conrad Wolfram
This is a recording of the June 30th Ask Me Anything session with Conrad Wolfram, author of the new book, The Math(s) Fix, and Gary Stager.
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Episode 5 with Dennis Littky
Veteran school inventor Dennis Littky joined Gary Stager for an Ask Me Anything session on June 23, 2020.
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Episode 4 with Deborah Meier
Veteran educator, author, and MacArthur Genius Deborah Meier joins our June 11, 2020 Ask Me Anything session.
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Episode 3 with Dr. Sugata Mitra
Gary Stager's Ask Me Anything session with TED Prize recipient, Dr. Sugata Mitra, recorded on May 21, 2020.
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Episode 2 - Ask Me Anything with Gary Stager
The second Ask Me Anything session with Dr. Gary Stager. Resources related to the discussion may be found at https://live.constructingmodernknowledge.com/episode-2
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Episode 1 - Ask Me Anything with Gary Stager
This episode features a recording of the inaugural episode of Gary Stager's Ask Me Anything virtual conversations and kicks off the Constructing Modern Knowledge podcast.
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Constructing Modern Knowledge produces the premiere learning-by-doing events and books for creative educators. These podcasts share powerful ideas and progressive education voices.
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Gary Stager, Ph.D.
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