Edufuturists Edufuturists #332 Why Learning Needs to be Messy with Nici Foote
In this episode of the podcast, we are joined by the brilliant Nici Foote to discuss the importance of joy in learning, the challenges faced by neurodiverse students, and the need for personalised education. Nici shares her journey in education, emphasising the significance of creating engaging and inclusive learning environments.
The conversation explores the role of play, the messiness of learning, and the impact of time constraints on effective teaching. We also dig into Universal Design for Learning (UDL) as a framework for meeting diverse student needs and the importance of collaborative planning among educators.
Chapters00:00 Introductions
01:14 Nici's Journey in Education
03:50 Navigating Barriers in Education
06:36 Bringing Joy into Learning
11:13 The Importance of Messy Learning
15:06 Personalising Education for Every Student
23:12 Cultural Learning Experiences
25:34 Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Explained
30:26 The Importance of Engagement in Learning
37:05 Barriers to Implementing UDL
40:15 Rethinking Time in Education
43:11 The Myth of Limiting Abilities
Find out more about Nici's amazing work at unbarrier.me and connect with her on LinkedIn
Thanks so much for joining us again for another episode - we appreciate you.Ben & Steve x
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