Best Annalies Corbin Podcasts (2024)

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237. Story-Based Creativity with Sarah Lagrotteria 33:57

2h ago33:57

33:57

Humans think in story. Story is not just a way to connect with others, it’s how we connect to ourselves and how we navigate our world. At Just Bloom School, adults and children learn how to tap into their innate story-telling abilities to develop creativity and resilience. Head educator Sarah Lagrotteria joins us today to tell us more. Sarah has tr…

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236. Changing the Education Ecosystem with Byron Sanders 40:40

3d ago40:40

40:40

The traditional educational ecosystem is not built to reflect kids’ lived experiences and development. It has almost arbitrary divisions: School, after school, and summer; school districts and nonprofits; test scores and behavior. Byron Sanders and Big Thought want to change that ecosystem. Big Thought is a Dallas-based organization that creates yo…

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235. Retaining School Health Professionals with Lesley Slaughter 33:20

10d ago33:20

33:20

Lesley Slaughter’s job as Senior Vice President of Soliant is to examine how to close the gap between the number of healthcare professionals and the increasing number of patients requiring care. Recently she has been focusing on school settings as the location of care and health professionals like speech pathologists, sign language interpreters, sp…

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234. Immersive Nature Learning with Seth Oglesby and Susan Zelinski 37:13

17d ago37:13

37:13

Getting to see a live wild animal up close beats staring at a screen for just about anybody, big or small. Our guests today have witnessed that firsthand and are building out their family education program based on it. We are joined today by Seth Oglesby and Susan Zelinski from Arc of Appalachia’s Nature is Neat program. They are in the early growi…

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233. Playworks and the Power of Recess with Elizabeth Cushing 32:35

24d ago32:35

32:35

Play is powerful. Not only is it critical to the individual development of children, but it can create schoolwide cultures of inclusion, celebration, and healthy conflict resolution. No one knows this better than our guest on the show today, Elizabeth Cushing, CEO of Playworks. For almost 30 years, Playworks has worked to give kids a safe, healthy,…

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232. The Research, Entrepreneurship, Design, & Inquiry Lab with Tom Thorpe 31:10

1M ago31:10

31:10

Almost ten years ago, Tom Thorpe wanted to create a learning environment that was embedded in the community and shaped around individual students. Today, REDI Lab, a “school within a school,” is physically located in a Denver Housing Authority neighborhood and sees over 100 students create their own learning path every year. As our guest today, Tom…

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231. Improving Math Curriculums with Tammy and Marc Goldberg 37:32

1M ago37:32

37:32

If a student misses even a single building block in their math education, they will struggle in future lessons. In math, every concept builds on itself. That’s why developing an excellent math curriculum is so critical… and so difficult. Today our guests are Tammy and Marc Goldberg, education innovators with Mathnasium. They’ve helped the company r…

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230. The Path to Hope with Christian Martinez 32:24

2M ago32:24

32:24

Christian Martinez knows firsthand what it’s like to be a young immigrant in America: The language barrier, financial stress, feeling alone and hopeless. That’s why he does what he does today. Christian is the founder and community innovator for The Camino Program and he’s our guest on the show today. Christian tells us about the Camino program, no…

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229. Building Students and Staff Agency with Johnna Noll 33:00

2M ago33:00

33:00

In 2015, Norris School District came to Johnna Noll with a learner-centered educational consultant’s dream request. The tiny school district’s residential population consisted of a treatment center for kids, and it asked Johnna to help it transform into a learner-centered, trauma-invested, constantly evolving program. Of course, she said yes. Johnn…

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228. Systems Change in Kentucky with Rob Collins 30:21

2M ago30:21

30:21

How do you even begin to create systems change in education? Our guest today is Rob Collins. He manages the Innovative Learning Network in the Kentucky Department of Education. Rob gives us a peek into what systems change looks like right now for the state of Kentucky. We dive into the teaching initiatives that the Kentucky Department of Education …

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227. Liberatory Learning with Dr. Michelle Sadrena Pledger 33:48

2M ago33:48

33:48

It’s time to get free from oppression, both inside the classroom and out: internalized oppression, interpersonal oppression, ideological oppression, institutional oppression. That’s what Dr. Michelle Sadrena Pledger is here to talk with us about today. Michelle is the Founder of Living for Liberation and is also the Director of Liberation at the Hi…

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226. Building a Workplace Mentorship Program with Michael Coughlin 32:04

2M ago32:04

32:04

Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York City is the nation's first and the city's largest youth mentoring organization. Chief Program and Innovation Officer Michael Coughlin joins us today to tell us about their newest iteration of mentoring: their workplace mentorship program. Starting sophomore year, students are paired with corporate professionals …

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225. Supporting Individual Interests and Strengths with Steve Heath 33:19

3M ago33:19

33:19

Steve Heath calls himself a “professional confuser.” In a world where kids are defined by grades, test scores, attendance, and behavior, Steve’s organization asks them what they want to do and then helps them do it. Steve is executive director and co-founder of FabNewport. FabNewport provides underserved youth with the opportunity to learn how to c…

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224. Aggressive Optimism with Jenna Edwards 34:49

3M ago34:49

34:49

Students often face the double burden of experiencing trauma then feeling isolated and powerless. Educators don’t always know when to step in and what tools to offer. Jenna Edwards’ new book, “Aggressive Optimism,” seeks to fix that. “Aggressive Optimism” is a novel based on Jenna’s own experience with a devastating accident and resulting PTSD. The…

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223. The Learning Science of Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood with Ryan Rydzewski and Gregg Behr 38:54

3M ago38:54

38:54

Fred Rogers was an incredible learning scientist before the term even existed. That’s the basis of Ryan Rydzewski’s and Gregg Behr’s new book, “When You Wonder, You're Learning: Mister Rogers' Enduring Lessons for Raising Creative, Curious, Caring Kids.” Today they join the show to share what they learned while writing the book. Fred engineered eve…

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222. City Year’s Whole School, Whole Child Model with Quamid Francis 33:16

4M ago33:16

33:16

Today we’re joined by Quamid Francis, the former Executive Director of City Year New York. His program places and supports Student Success Coaches in 17 New York City public schools. The Student Success Coaches’ number one priority is to build trusting relationships with students. Based on these trusting relationships, student attendance increases,…

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221. Beyond the Classroom: Real-World Learning with Ellen Erlanger and Kathy Meyer 36:30

4M ago36:30

36:30

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we are thrilled to welcome Ellen Erlanger and Kathy Meyer, co-directors of professional learning at the Partnerships for Authentic Learning and Leadership. They bring a wealth of experience and insights into the transformative power of authentic learning—a pedagogical approach that bridges academic content with …

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220. Relationship as the Basis of Education with Jim Bailey of Rocky Tree Sky 37:25

4M ago37:25

37:25

The most important thing adults can provide young people in their learning journey is a caring relationship. That is the fundamental belief that drives Jim Bailey in his work as co-founder and executive director at Rock Tree Sky, a self-directed learning community. In this episode, Jim and Annalies discuss adults’ roles in making space for young pe…

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219. From Classroom to Community: The Evolution of Education with Remake Learning 32:43

4M ago32:43

32:43

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we're thrilled to welcome Stephanie Lewis, the Director of Relationships at Remake Learning, a network that's spearheading the transformation of education in the Pittsburgh region. Remake Learning is not just about innovative education; it's about building a community that fosters engaging, relevant, and equitab…

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218. Soaring Beyond Boundaries: How Aviation Is Transforming STEM Learning with Tiffany Nelson 33:58

4M ago33:58

33:58

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we have the pleasure of hosting Tiffany Nelson, the Director of Programs and Evaluation at Wings of Hope. Wings of Hope, a global humanitarian organization, has been utilizing aviation to impact vulnerable communities since 1962. Our main topic of discussion is their innovative SOAR into STEM program, which inte…

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217. Bridging Worlds: Inspire High’s Revolution in Global Learning with Ian Shimizu 37:01

5M ago37:01

37:01

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we're exploring the inspiring world of educational innovation with Ian Shimizu, the navigator at Inspire High, a pioneering edtech program based in Japan. Inspire High is revolutionizing the way teenagers connect with the world, offering interactive sessions with creative minds from diverse fields. It's about br…

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216. Inclusivity in STEM: Culturally Relevant Learning with Meagan Naraine 32:14

5M ago32:14

32:14

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we have the pleasure of hosting Meagan Naraine, the co-founder of Culturally Relevant Science (CRS). CRS is an innovative non-profit organization dedicated to making STEM education more inclusive and engaging for underrepresented groups. Founded as a YouTube channel during the pandemic, CRS has grown significant…

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215. Bridging the Gap: An Innovative Approach to Real-World Learning with Abdul Matheen of Project You 33:10

5M ago33:10

33:10

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we have the pleasure of speaking with Abdul Matheen, the visionary CEO of Project You. Abdul's journey from aeronautical engineering to education has led to the creation of an innovative approach to learning, focusing on the real-world application of academic knowledge. Abdul discusses Project You's unique 'Buil…

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214. Beyond the Classroom: Bridging Education and Employment with Kelly Cassaro 35:48

5M ago35:48

35:48

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we explore the transformative power of workforce development in education with Kelly Cassaro, Chief of Learning at Generation. Generation is a remarkable nonprofit that trains adults for careers that were previously out of reach, helping to foster economic mobility on a global scale. Kelly shares the groundbreak…

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213. Faith Meets Future: Transforming Education at Unity Grammar with Mariam Bernard 29:09

6M ago29:09

29:09

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we're venturing into the transformative world of education with Mariam Bernard, Deputy Principal of Secondary School at Unity Grammar in Australia. Unity Grammar, a co-educational Islamic school, is on an exciting journey of integrating Islamic values into its curriculum while focusing on future readiness and co…

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212. Building Virtual Roads in Education with Catherine Fraise 34:29

7M ago34:29

34:29

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we're exploring the revolutionary realm of virtual learning and the metaverse with Catherine Fraise, the founder of 100 Roads Design. Catherine brings a fresh perspective to education, aiming to transform it through alternative pathways that cater to diverse learning styles and maximize potential. Throughout our…

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211. Empowering the Next Generation: Civic Engagement in Teen Science Cafés with Katey Ahmann and Carolyn Noe 27:41

7M ago27:41

27:41

In today's episode of Learning Unboxed, we're honored to have Katey Ahmann and Carolyn Noe join us to discuss the transformative role of youth in shaping their communities through civic engagement. Our guests shed light on a unique program called Teen Science Cafe that hosts 'cafes'—dynamic spaces where young people lead the way in selecting local …

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210. Building Dreams: How Makerspaces Are Shaping the Future of Learning with Noelle Conover 33:07

8M ago33:07

33:07

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we're venturing into the inspiring world of maker spaces with Noelle Conover, co-founder of Matt's Maker Space. Founded in memory of her son, Matt's Maker Space is a beacon for STEAM learning, proving to be a game-changer for students and communities alike. Maker spaces are more than just rooms filled with tools…

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209. Unlocking the Magic of Middle School: Embracing Authenticity in Education with Chris Balme 31:11

8M ago31:11

31:11

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we journey into the transformative world of middle school education with Chris Balme, a seasoned educator, founder of multiple schools, and author of "Finding the Magic in Middle School". Middle school is a time of rapid change, and Chris shares his insights on the importance of recognizing and valuing the compl…

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208. The Future of Project-Based Learning: An Insight into Project Leo with Steven Eno 34:05

8M ago34:05

34:05

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we explore the transformative power of Project Leo, a groundbreaking project-based learning platform crafted by the Da Vinci School. Joining us is Steven Eno, the director of Project Leo, who takes us on a journey through the platform's inspirations, capabilities, and the challenges faced during its development.…

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207. Making Design Accessible with Laura Flusche 31:54

8M ago31:54

31:54

Today we talk about threshold anxiety and teaching design thinking. Our guest is Laura Flusche, the executive Director of the Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA). An art historian by training, Laura has a deep love for traditional museums, but recognizes the problem of “threshold anxiety.” Many people are scared to go to museums because they feel like …

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206. Nurturing the Whole Child: Nataliya Starodub on Redefining Mentorship 31:05

8M ago31:05

31:05

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we explore the transformative power of mentoring in education with Nataliya Starodub, the visionary founder of The Dreva Mentoring Academy. Born from the legacy of an alternative school in Minsk, Belarus, The Dreva Mentoring Academy is redefining mentoring for students aged four to sixteen. Nataliya and her team…

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205. Evolving Education: A Vision for Change in the AI Era with Bill Daggett 33:35

9M ago33:35

33:35

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we are honored to have a conversation with Dr. Bill Daggett, a pioneer in education reform, the founder of the Successful Practices Network and the International Center for Leadership in Education, and a renowned author on education. We dive deep into the evolution of transformative education, especially in the …

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204. Unboxing Transformative Mentorship: Fostering Passion-Based Learning and Building Community with Audrey Wisch 37:26

9M ago37:26

37:26

We're joined by the inspiring Audrey Wisch, founder of Curious Cardinals and a recognized figure in Forbes 30 Under 30 in Education and Youngest categories. Audrey takes us on a journey through her experiences at Stanford University, which sowed the seeds for her passion in education and led to the creation of Curious Cardinals, a mentorship platfo…

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203. Voice, Vision, and Value: The Student Engagement Revolution with Heather Van Benthuysen 35:55

9M ago35:55

35:55

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we welcome Heather Van Benthuysen, the Executive Director of Student Voice and Engagement at Chicago Public Schools (CPS). Chicago stands out, potentially being the first district with a role dedicated to student voice and engagement. Heather illuminates CPS's journey to place students at the heart of decision-m…

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202. Beyond the Classroom: Shaping Global Education through Systems Thinking with Sheryl Cababa 32:47

9M ago32:47

32:47

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we're exploring the profound impact of systems thinking in transformative education with Sheryl Cababa from Substantial. Sheryl is the mind behind the freshly-released book, "Closing the Loop: Systems Thinking for Designers.” A dedicated design researcher and strategist, Sheryl is at the helm of informing educat…

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201. Flourishing Globally: Transformative Education with Kavita Tanna of Globally Reconnect 36:18

10M ago36:18

36:18

In today's episode of Learning Unboxed, we're joined by Kavita Tanna, founder of Globally Reconnect, an enterprise dedicated to transformative, inclusive education on a global scale. Kavita has a unique perspective on how language and storytelling shape education and personal growth. In our conversation, Kavita delves into the philosophy behind Glo…

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200. Embracing Curiosity, Making Mistakes & Learning with Fatima Bainazar 34:57

10M ago34:57

34:57

In this landmark 200th episode of Learning Unboxed, we're taking a moment to reflect, appreciate, and celebrate the incredible journey of one of our most treasured contributors, Fatima Bainazar. From her initial days as a reserved intern during her freshman year of high school to the accomplished graduate that stands before us today, Fatima's growt…

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199. Rethinking Discipline: A Journey into Student-Led Restorative Education with AJ Crabill (Part 2) 34:01

10M ago34:01

34:01

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we continue our deep dive with AJ Crabill in part 2 of our enlightening 2-part series focused on student-led restorative practices in schools. The series sheds light on a 24-month pilot spearheaded by AJ from June 2022 to June 2024. A noteworthy aspect of this endeavor? The initial nine months were solely dedica…

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198. Rethinking Discipline: A Journey into Student-Led Restorative Education with AJ Crabill (Part 1) 31:05

11M ago31:05

31:05

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we're delving into the realm of student-led restorative practices with AJ Crabill, the author of "Great on Their Behalf." With a firm belief that student outcomes won't shift until adult behaviors change, we explore the transformative education through a restorative lens. AJ Crabill breaks down the contrasting a…

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197. Reimagining Education through Project-Based Learning with Bryan Harms 32:57

11M ago32:57

32:57

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we delve deep into the realm of project-based learning (PBL) with Bryan Harms, a teacher, software engineer, and co-founder of Imagine If, a transformative educational organization based in Denmark. With a mission to reimagine education and provide engaging, personalized, and meaningful learning experiences, Ima…

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196. Rebuilding Education from the Ground Up with Nathan Gorsch and Katie Flanagan (Re-Air) 39:41

11M ago39:41

39:41

Welcome to the July edition of Learning Unboxed. As many of you know, we tend to take the month of July off, but we have heard from our loyal listeners that you would love content during your summer vacation. So we have crafted a set of four episodes to run during the July holiday that are all about exploring student agency. For those working to ma…

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195. How One Stone Empowers Students to Become Better Leaders (Re-Air) 38:53

11M ago38:53

38:53

Welcome to the July edition of Learning Unboxed. As many of you know, we tend to take the month of July off, but we have heard from our loyal listeners that you would love content during your summer vacation. So we have crafted a set of four episodes to run during the July holiday that are all about exploring student agency. For those working to ma…

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194. Revolutionizing the Middle School Experience with Denise Daniels & Andrew Ravin (Re-Air) 36:59

11M ago36:59

36:59

Welcome to the July edition of Learning Unboxed. As many of you know, we tend to take the month of July off, but we have heard from our loyal listeners that you would love content during your summer vacation. So we have crafted a set of four episodes to run during the July holiday that are all about exploring student agency. For those working to ma…

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193. When We Trust Kids, Amazing Things Happen with Gever Tulley (Re-Air) 35:59

12M ago35:59

35:59

Welcome to the July edition of Learning Unboxed. As many of you know, we tend to take the month of July off, but we have heard from our loyal listeners that you would love content during your summer vacation. So we have crafted a set of four episodes to run during the July holiday that are all about exploring student agency. For those working to ma…

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192. Chief AI Officers: One example of an incredible new role our kids may aspire to, and what it means for us 39:05

1y ago39:05

39:05

In this fascinating episode of Learning Unboxed, we delve deep into the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its profound implications for our future. Joining us is Sanjay Saigal, Executive Director for Affiliates and Research Engagement at Stanford Institute for Computational and Mathematical Engineering (ICME), brings us the rich history of …

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191. The Transformational Power of Montessori Education with Tessa Wessels of Casa Bilingual Montessori 32:57

1y ago32:57

32:57

In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we dive deep into the world of Montessori education and its transformative potential. Our special guest is Tessa Wessels, founder of Casa Bilingual Montessori. Tessa opens up about her personal journey, from her upbringing in apartheid South Africa to creating an educational environment that nurtures critical an…

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190. Pushing the Limits: The Journey to Extreme Innovation in Schools with Nick Salmon 36:26

1y ago36:26

36:26

Today, we're honored to have Nick Salmon, founder and president of the Collaborative Learning Network, join us as we discuss the topic of extreme innovation in the education space. As a ninth-generation educator and self-certified 'educational furniture whisperer,' Nick is deeply committed to positively influencing the lives of 1.6 billion young pe…

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189. How Zoo Schools are Changing the Education Landscape 37:17

1y ago37:17

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Welcome to another exciting episode of "Learning Unboxed" where we’re talking about zoo schools as transformative educational institutions. We're joined by four distinguished guests from the world of zoo education and conservation: Chris Edelen, a career tech teacher at Cincinnati Public Schools' Hughes STEM School and a former zookeeper at the Cin…

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188. The Power of Intercultural Interactions: The Story of Na'atik School's Immersive Learning Experiences with Catherine Gray 34:36

1y ago34:36

34:36

Welcome to another episode of Learning Unboxed, where we dive into the innovative and transformative world of education. Today, we're thrilled to have Catherine Gray, the founder of Na'atik School in Mexico. Na'atik is an intercultural school that has been disrupting traditional education models by blending local and foreign learning experiences fo…

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