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What if we designed schools like Disney designs theme parks?

Discover the answer by joining award-winning educator and speaker Thomas Riddle for informative and entertaining conversations as he explores innovative ways to transform teaching and learning inspired by the work of Disney's Imagineers. Each episode of the Imgaineering Education Podcast provides pertinent commentary on relevant issues and informative interviews with leaders and practitioners from the fields of education, entertainment, technology and more.

Like the Imagineers, you'll discover new ways to combine creativity with technical know-how to create exciting, immersive spaces and experiences that can transform your school or organization.

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The Jedi Mind

2 ABR. 2023 · Does life have you feeling less like Yoda and more like Vader? Then join us for an inspiring conversation about the importance of mindfulness with Star Wars author Amy Ratcliffe as we discuss her newest book, The Jedi Mind: Secrets from the Force for Balance and Peace and examine how practices inspired by characters from that galaxy far, far away can help you gain, and maintain, a balanced life.

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Learning in a Virtual World

2 ABR. 2023 · Author and Ed Tech leader Jesse Lubinsky leads us through an exploration of the benefits of incorporating augmented and virtual reality into the classroom, as well as explaining the rise in popularity of bringing eSports into schools to reach a diverse cross-section of students.

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Skills for Life

2 ABR. 2023 · Join us for an inspiring conversation with Family and Consumer Sciences educator Joyce Krebs as she shares how she has “re-imagineered” her hands-on classes during the time of Covid, while modeling valuable skills such as resiliency and grit for her students and fellow teachers alike.

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Playing and Making and Writing, Oh My!

1 ABR. 2023 · Author and Instructional Designer Angela Stockman joins us for an inspiring conversation about the powerful role of play and creativity within the learning process and how to encourage reluctant writers to develop and express their ideas through a host of non-traditional means.

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Engaging Students with Stories...and Star Wars!

1 ABR. 2023 · Join us for a conversation with veteran middle school ELA teacher Craig Dickinson as he explains the importance of teaching with stories and provides examples from some of his most popular lessons, including how he teaches the “Hero’s Journey” with Star Wars.

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The Power of Passion-Based Teaching

19 MAR. 2023 · When middle school STEM teacher Devan Lewis’ principal, Jessica Schenck, announced to the staff that they could design and teach their own elective course, Devan chose a subject near and dear to her heart: the work of Disney’s Imagineers. In this episode, we chat with Devan and Jessica about her Imagineering class, the idea behind the school-wide initiative, as well as the importance of allowing students, and teachers, to follow their passions.

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Leaders and Legacies (Part 2)

18 MAR. 2023 · Many years ago, Steven Covey noted that one of the habits of highly effective people was the ability to “begin with the end in mind.” In Part Two of our conversation with middle school principal Jeff Jenkins, we discuss ways in which leaders can leave a powerful legacy for the future through the actions they intentionally plan for today.

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Leaders and Legacies (Part 1)

18 MAR. 2023 · In Part One of our conversation with veteran middle school principal Jeff Jenkins, we examine how strong leaders impact organizations through setting a vision, empowering others and creating a culture that encourages the success of all.

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Get Thee to a Galaxy Far, Far Away

18 MAR. 2023 · The stories of Shakespeare and Star Wars take center stage as we explore the similarities found between these timeless tales and others with authors S.T. Bende (Star Wars 5-Minute Stories Strike Back, Star Wars Galactic Adventures) and Ian Doescher (William Shakespeare’s Star Wars Series).

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The Case for Curiosity

18 MAR. 2023 · Ready to get curious? In this episode, we chat with veteran educator and author, Matt Murrie, Executive Director and Chief Curiosity Curator for What If…? Curiosity, about the power of curiosity and how having a curious mindset can unleash the creative potential found within your students and yourself.

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