Best Learner Autonomy Podcasts (2024)

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#149: Ethical Dilemmas in ECE with Taylor Aiyadurai of The ECC 40:21

3h ago40:21

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Explore ethical dilemmas in Early Childhood Education (ECE) with Taylor Aiyadurai on the Everything ECE podcast. Learn about common challenges like babysitting after hours and favouritism and the importance of reflecting on personal values and setting professional boundaries. Discover the significance of seeking guidance from policies and colleague…

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#148: Breaking Down Barriers with Tammy Kelly of The ECC 26:07

1d ago26:07

26:07

Carla Ward and Tammy Kelly from Early Childhood Coach team discuss breaking down barriers beyond physical ones on the Everything ECE podcast. Tammy shares experiences with children with disabilities in childcare, highlighting challenges like lack of expertise and parental concerns. Emphasizing the importance of fostering independence and inclusivit…

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46: #45 Clinical Reasoning Remediation With Sarah Vick, MD 55:00

8d ago55:00

55:00

Join us as Dr Sarah Vick @SVickMD shares practical techniques and frameworks from her workshop at AIMW24 on helping diagnose and treat clinical reasoning gaps in your learners. We break down clinical reasoning into actionable steps; you’ll come away with helpful tips you can take back to clinic or wards next time you are teaching! Claim CME for thi…

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#147: Infant and Early Mental Health with Sophie Rayner-Grignon of The ECC 32:11

8d ago32:11

32:11

Educators understand that the period from 0 to 6 years old is crucial for a child's development. This time frame is characterized by rapid growth and significant cognitive, emotional, and social developmental milestones. However, despite this understanding, infants—those in the earliest stages of this developmental window—are often overlooked when …

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#146: Continuing to Rethink Weapon Play 34:51

15d ago34:51

34:51

Join Carla Ward, host of The Everything ECE Podcast, and special guest Kisa Marx as they continue the insightful conversation from episode #145 on rethinking weapon play in early childhood education. In this episode, Carla and Kisa dive deep into the underlying reasons behind adults' hesitations toward embracing weapon play. They explore the cultur…

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45: #44 How to make the 3-point shot: Humanistic Leadership With Kimberly Manning, MD 58:04

17d ago58:04

58:04

Join us for a live-recorded episode with the one and only Dr. Kimberly Manning. We cover Dr. Manning’s leadership journey, share practical tips for budding leaders in health professions education with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, and cover how to stay grounded and vulnerable in the process of being a humanistic leader. Sorry, no CME…

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#145: Rethinking Weapon Play with Samuel Broaden 27:18

23d ago27:18

27:18

Weapon play in Early Childhood Education is a controversial topic, to say the least. In this episode Carla Ward and Samuel Broaden come at this topic from different point of views. Samuel offers some lovely insight to why it isn't so much about the weapon play but the conversations we have with children surrounding the topic based on our lived expe…

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#144: Teaching Financial Literacy in ECE with Anthony Delauney 29:10

1M ago29:10

29:10

In this episode of the Everything ECE Podcast, host, Carla Ward welcomes Anthony Delauney, the financial "dadvisor." Anthony is a father of two, a Certified Family Financial Planner, a Behavioral Financial Advisor, and the author of the award-winning "Owning the Dash" children's book series. He shares his innovative approach to teaching children fo…

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44: #43 How to be a Change Agent: Leadership with Stefanie Brown, MD 58:00

1M ago58:00

58:00

Listen as our esteemed guest Dr. Stefanie Brown @Dr_B_UMJMHIM (University of Miami) discusses how to successfully lead a residency program through change. Whether you’re looking to gain specific tips on how to navigate the transition to a new scheduling model or development of residency pathways, or just be inspired in your leadership journey, Dr. …

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43: #42 Learner Autonomy With Ben Kinnear, MD MEd 1:06:11

1M ago1:06:11

1:06:11

Join us as we discuss all things learner autonomy with returning guest Dr Ben Kinnear. We cover the value of supporting learner autonomy, practical tips for doing this in practice, challenges related to bias in health care and education, and when to let your learners fail to help them grow. Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! We…

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#143: 5 Ways to Develop Autonomy in Children 5:23

2M ago5:23

5:23

Join Carla Ward on The Everything ECE Podcast as she discusses a critical aspect of early childhood education: giving children autonomy. Carla explains why fostering a sense of independence is essential for young learners' development and offers practical advice on how educators can support autonomy in their programs. Tune in to discover effective …

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42: #41 Navigating Tough-to-Metabolize Feedback: Strategies and Key Concepts for Educational Leaders With Dana Sall MD, MeD and Allison DeKosky MD 52:02

2M ago52:02

52:02

Join us as we discuss responding as a leader when you receive hard to hear feedback with two new guests: Drs. Sall and DeKosky. We cover key points from their respective AIMW24 workshops: “Maintaining PD Wellness: What to Do When the Residents or Faculty are Mad at You,” and “From Whining to Winning: Transforming the Chronic Complainer into a Const…

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#142: Supporting Left-Handed Learners 8:13

2M ago8:13

8:13

Explore practical strategies and insights for creating an inclusive learning environment for left-handed learners in early childhood education on The Everything ECE Podcast. Join host Carla Ward as she shares valuable tips to support the unique needs of left-handed children in the classroom.Show Notes: https://www.elfoundations.com/142…

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41: #40 Values Driven Leadership with Alliance Leader Dr Lisa Willett 48:48

2M ago48:48

48:48

Be inspired by Alliance for Academic Internal Medicine Leader, Lisa Willett MD, as we discuss her leadership journey, tips for early career leaders in health professions education, and wisdom to live by as a leader. Push yourself to speak up confidently without arrogance, focus on your mission, and be humble while supporting your team. This is part…

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#141: Navigating Risk and Challenge in Child Care with Katie-Lynn Parkinson of ECCDC 33:35

2M ago33:35

33:35

In this episode, Carla Ward is joined by Katie-Lynn Parkinson of ECCDC to dive into the crucial topic of risk and challenge in early learning programs. Together, they explore why educators should lean into potential risks rather than shy away from them. Katie-Lynn breaks down the distinction between risk and challenge versus hazards or dangers, off…

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40: #39 Live from AIMW24: Artificial Intelligence in Health Professions Education With Dylan Fortman MD, Adam Rodman MD, and Laurah Turner PhD 55:30

2M ago55:30

55:30

Learn from the experts about the fundamentals of using AI in health professions education! Drs. Dylan Fortman, Adam Rodman, and Laurah Turner sit down with us to discuss what these models are, concerns to look out for when using these models, and how to integrate them into your teaching. Challenge yourself to explore where AI can take health profes…

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39: #38 Pearls from AIMW24 With guests Carolyn Chan MD MHS, Shelly-Ann Fluker MD FACP, and Jen Olenik MD With the Alliance for Academic Internal Medicine 39:04

2M ago39:04

39:04

Join us as we get to sit down in person with guests Carolyn Chan MD MHS, Shelly-Ann Fluker MD FACP, and Jen Olenik MD to discuss pearls from this amazing conference. Listen in as we highlight innovative educational techniques, including gamification and other strategies to engage learners. Pick up some juicy pearls from our favorite workshops on fe…

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#140: Rhyming Colossal Words with Colette Hiller 27:11

2M ago27:11

27:11

Dive into the world of rhyme and colossal words for kids with host Carla Ward and special guest Colette Hiller on The Everything ECE Podcast! Join Carla as she sits down with Colette, a writer, arts producer, and author of the critically acclaimed poetry book "The B on Your Thumb." With a background in acting on the London stage and appearances in …

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#139: Ditching the Copycat Crafts Mindset with Faigie Kobre 33:02

3M ago33:02

33:02

This week on The Everything ECE Podcast, host Carla Ward is joined by special guest Faigie Kobre, a seasoned early childhood educator passionate about fostering creativity in the classroom. In the episode titled "Ditching the Copycat Crafts Mindset," Faigie shares her expertise gained from years as an early childhood teacher and director and leadin…

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38: #37 Teaching Evidence Based Medicine With Dr. Nicholas Maldonado 54:30

3M ago54:30

54:30

Join us as we learn a practical approach to teaching the basics of evidence based medicine on the wards or in clinic with Nicholas Maldonado MD, FACEP. He talks us through the 5As framework, with a deeper dive into how to help our learners ask clinical questions and acquire the answers they are seeking in the medical literature using the 5S pyramid…

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#138: The STEAM of PLAY with Susie Beghin 27:16

3M ago27:16

27:16

This week, Susie Beghin joins Carla Ward on the podcast to explore the exciting realm of STEAM in Early Childhood Education. As they chat, you can almost feel the energy as they discuss the wonders of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics, all within the context of early learning. There's a particular moment where Carla is illumin…

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#137: Tech in ECE with Jamee Herbert of Bridgecare 22:44

3M ago22:44

22:44

Jamee Herbert joins Carla Ward on The Everything ECE Podcast to talk tech and putting systems in place to lighten the burden on Early Childhood Education. Jamee walks us through the Bridgecare system and how it supports administrative duties in child care and the parents in those programs. Show notes: elfoundations.com/137…

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#136: The Dark Connection Between Early Childhood and Serial Killers 14:29

3M ago14:29

14:29

Dive into the chilling connection between childhood experiences and serial killers in our latest podcast episode! From early trauma to criminal behaviour, we uncover the importance of early childhood education in rewriting the script for future generations. Tune in to unlock the secrets of the mind and learn how nurturing environments can be a powe…

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#135: Verbs as Projects with Heather Jackson 35:39

4M ago35:39

35:39

Heather Jackson, owner of The Sunflower School, joins Carla Ward on The Everything ECE Podcast to discuss verbs as projects. As a Reggio-inspired educator, Heather has spent many years researching, reflecting and discussing Early Childhood Education and how to take a child’s interest using verbs and play schemas to begin a project without falling i…

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#134: Using Puppets as a Teaching Tool with Ashley Jefferson 30:48

4M ago30:48

30:48

Ashley Jefferson joins Carla Ward on The Everything ECE Podcast to discuss why bringing puppetry arts into the classroom can change the teaching game. Puppets can bring so much value to your program. Ashley dives into the importance of being present, not overthinking how to use the puppets and the learning possibilities that come with puppets! Show…

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#133: Trauma and Trauma Informed Practices in Early Childhood Education with Cara Caudle 36:54

5M ago36:54

36:54

In a recent podcast episode, Cara Caudle engages in a discussion with host Carla Ward, delving into the nuances of trauma and trauma-informed practices. Cara emphasizes the importance of adopting a holistic approach to development, particularly in early childhood, where she highlights the significance of focusing on social-emotional domains. She un…

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#132: Positive Connections with Sarah Scrivens 47:14

5M ago47:14

47:14

It was almost 4 years ago when our worlds were flipped upside down. We went from living our lives unmasked and in close proximity to others to, almost overnight, keeping our distance and being masked up. Even though it was another life ago, we are still working through the consequences of COVID-19, especially for our youngest learners. Socio-emotio…

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#131: Active Advocacy with Angelica Celinska 35:09

5M ago35:09

35:09

Angelica Celinska from The Voice of Early Childhood joins Carla Ward to talk about advocacy for Early Childhood. It doesn't have to be big, grand and scary, but we can still step outside our comfort zone and make a big impact. Angelica shares actionable ways that we can make a difference. Show Notes: https://www.elfoundations.com/131…

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#130: Early Literacy with Beck Goodman 35:35

6M ago35:35

35:35

Beck Goodman joins Carla Ward on The Everything ECE Podcast to talk about how to build early literacy skills in a play-based, child-led environment. This podcast is a must listen as educators have the ability to bring a love of literacy into the lives of children, if done correctly. Beck shares tons of examples, tips and tricks that educators can i…

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#129: Breaking the Babysitter Stigma with Candi Vajana 32:34

6M ago32:34

32:34

Candi Vajana joins Carla Ward on The Everything ECE Podcast to discuss her career as a nanny and how she combatted the stigma as a babysitter, a struggle for nannies and Early Childhood Educators alike. She shares her experience as a nanny working with high-net-worth families and how her consultancy and specialized training, The Experienced Nanny, …

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#128: Beyond the Pay with Lisa Lalonde 48:45

6M ago48:45

48:45

Lisa Lalonde joins podcast host, Carla Ward, to engage in a comprehensive exploration of Early Childhood Education (ECE), offering a full 360-degree view of the profession. They address the prevalent issue of ECEs deserving higher pay but go beyond that, delving into the various push and pull factors influencing whether individuals in this professi…

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#127: The Power of Resilience with Kisa Marx 25:57

6M ago25:57

25:57

In this episode, we sit down with Kisa Marx, an extraordinary educator and childcare owner whose journey in 2023 took an unexpected turn when she began to heed the whispers of the universe. Join us as Kisa shares her remarkable story of discovery, from her initial steps as an educator to the pivotal moment when she realized there was something more…

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#126: Understanding Emotional Regulation 26:13

7M ago26:13

26:13

Carla Ward, host of The Everything ECE Podcast, explores the vital role early childhood educators play in understanding and nurturing children's emotional development. Beginning with a discussion on emotional milestones and the impact of the pandemic, Carla emphasizes the neurological foundations of emotional regulation, involving key areas like th…

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#125: Using Enneagrams to Improve Team Dynamics with Alyssa Sanford 19:40

7M ago19:40

19:40

Carla Ward is joined by Instructional Designer and Enneagram coach, Alyssa Sanford to talk about the different Enneagram types and the personalities that they each represent. Alyssa dives into how knowing one's enneagram and that of their team members can really amplify and improve team dynamics. Show Notes: elfoundations.com/125…

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#124: The Whole Child Alphabet with Stacy Benge 30:20

7M ago30:20

30:20

Author and Early Childhood speaker, Stacy Benge, joins Carla Ward on the podcast this week to talk about her new book, The Whole Child Alphabet, and how educators can bring the alphabet to play and WHY it's so important. The tips she shares are perfect for when parents ask how their child is learning their alphabet in a play-based program. Show Not…

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#123: How Research Amplifies Early Childhood Education with Educare 44:20

8M ago44:20

44:20

In this episode, Carla Ward interviews 3 members of the Educare team to discuss the importance of research in Early Childhood Education and a Research Agenda that they have developed in order to address the opportunity gap and truly advance racial equity. Show Notes: www.elfoundations.com/123

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#122: The Benefits of ECE Coaching with Adva Hanan 22:59

8M ago22:59

22:59

In this episode of The Everything ECE Podcast, Adva Hanan joins Carla Ward to discuss the need for ECE Coaching. Adva dives into how an ECE coach can help teachers level up and find work-life balance. She shares her experiences as an educator and breaks down the qualities to look for in a coach. Tune in to gain insights on the benefits of coaching …

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#121: Getting Comfortable with Lice with Ilene Steinberg 39:12

8M ago39:12

39:12

In this episode of The Everything ECE Podcast, we attempt to bust myths and raise awareness about head lice infestations — a common yet stigmatized issue. We are joined by Ilene Steinberg, also known as the Lice Queen, whose expertise in lice treatment spans over 20 years. Together, we delve into topics varying from the reasons behind itching, dete…

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#120: Driving Change in Early Education Policies 25:01

9M ago25:01

25:01

In this episode of The Everything ECE Podcast, Nonie Lesaux, co-founder of the Saul Zaentz Early Education Initiative, joins the podcast. Nonie shares the incredible work they are doing to revolutionize early education, from groundbreaking studies on early learning and development to a professional learning academy for leaders in the field. Nonie a…

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#119: Innovative Thinking to Tackle the Child Care Crisis with Allyx Schiavone 43:36

9M ago43:36

43:36

Join Carla Ward and guest, Allyx Schiavone, as they dive feet-first into the crisis in education and the urgent need for change. Without action, the situation will only worsen. They discuss being mission-driven and Allyx shares an innovative strategy they are doing in New Haven, Connecticut, to increase ECE wages without charging parents more. List…

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#118: Exploring Kindergarten Practices Worldwide with Klavdija Svet 11:48

10M ago11:48

11:48

In this episode, Carla Ward is joined by special guest Klavdija Svet. Together, they discuss the fascinating world of kindergarten education, discussing the similarities and differences they've observed across the globe. Klavdija shares the mission of Kindergartens International, which aims to globally empower early childhood educators through lear…

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#117: Harnessing the Power of Documentation with Ron Grady 38:54

10M ago38:54

38:54

In this episode of The Everything ECE Podcast, Carla delves into the importance of documentation in early childhood education with guest, Ron Grady. They discuss the value of systematic recording and documentation to observe the evolution of children's practices within a community. They emphasize the need for reflection and mental health in educato…

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#116: Artistic Innovation with Elena Loson from Nube Lab 25:54

10M ago25:54

25:54

In this episode, Carla interviews Elena Loson from Nube Lab in Chile. Nube Lab is a trailblazing organization that seamlessly blends the arts with education. Elena shares their remarkable journey, from intuitive beginnings to holistic community engagement. Nube Lab offers extracurricular programs, teacher training, and creative curriculum units tha…

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#115: Navigating Professional Friendships with Diane Kashin 34:21

10M ago34:21

34:21

In this episode, Carla welcomes Diane Kashin, a prominent figure in the world of early childhood education in Ontario, Canada, and a retired ECE professor. Diane highlights the importance of professional friendships in the ECE community and shares her experiences as a blogger in the field, where she explores various aspects of early childhood educa…

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Episode 31 | Navigating the VUCA Landscape: Learning in an Unpredictable World 11:38

10M ago11:38

11:38

In today's fast-paced and unpredictable world, we are constantly facing new challenges that require us to adapt and learn quickly. This is where the concept of VUCA comes in - it stands for Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity. These four components describe the nature of the world we live in and the challenges we face. #learnerautono…

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#114: Investing in Children's Financial Future with Emily Naddaf from Wealthsimple Foundation 15:56

11M ago15:56

15:56

Join host Carla Ward as she discusses an important topic that usually takes a back seat in Early Childhood Education - securing our children's financial future. Emily Naddaf from Wealthsimple Foundation shares insights on why early financial education and savings matter. Discover government programs like the Canada Learning Bond and Canada Educatio…

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#113: How to Turn Your Expertise and Knowledge Into a Profitable Digital Course with Amy Porterfield 24:55

11M ago24:55

24:55

Online marketing expert author and top-ranked podcast host, Amy Porterfield, joins Carla Ward on The Everything ECE Podcast to discuss digital courses and why Early Childhood Educators need to join the world of generating passive income. Amy’s action-by-action approach proves that even the newest online entrepreneurs can bypass the overwhelm, and i…

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#112: Discussing the Child Care Crisis with Renee August 37:11

11M ago37:11

37:11

In this week's episode of The Everything ECE Podcast, Carla Ward is joined by Renee August from the Montana Association of Education of Young Children. The focus of this episode revolves around the pressing topic of the child care crisis. This widespread concern stretches across North America, and its impact likely extends to other corners of the g…

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#111: International Fairy Tea Party with Suzanne Axelsson 42:35

11M ago42:35

42:35

Believing in magic and fairies is not just for children. There is something beautiful about believing, and this week on The Everything ECE Podcast, Suzanne Axellson joins Carla Ward to talk about a very magical day coming up on the September Equinox: International Fairy Tea Party Day. Suzanne and Carla discuss what it is, how we can celebrate acros…

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#110: Teaching Math Holistically with Gillian Berard 28:41

11M ago28:41

28:41

One of the key elements to helping children learn and love math is providing holistic experiences. Gillian Berard joins The Everything ECE Podcast this week to help deepen our understanding of holistic math and inquiry-based learning. Gillian is a Holistic Numeracy Architect, and when you hear her speak, you can feel her passion and knowledge shine…

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