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#40 Podcasting Is Distance Learning with the EdSurge Podcast's Jeff Young

In this episode of Why Distance Learning, hosts Seth Fleischauer, Allyson Mitchell, and Tami Moehring welcome Jeff Young, editor, reporter, and host of the EdSurge pod...

#39 Civics, Collaboration, and Ms. Opal Lee: A Constitution Day Special

In this episode of Why Distance Learning, hosts Seth Fleischauer, Allyson Mitchell, and Tami Moehring welcome three special guests: Julie Silverbrook from the National...

#38 Global Collaboration for Social Good with Dr. Jennifer Williams of Take Action Global

About today’s guestDr. Jennifer Williams is the founder of Teach SDGs and co-founder of the nonprofit organization Take Action Global. She is a thought leader in using...

#37 Real-Time Musical Collaboration Online with Terry Lowry

Terry Lowry is a prolific composer, conductor, Steinway artist, and host of the podcast Tone Poem. With over 200 compositions to his name, he has performed across Nort...

#36 Education Everywhere: The Success Story of Virtual Excursions Australia

In this exciting episode of "Why Distance Learning," we delve into the fascinating world of Virtual Excursions Australia with co-founders Karen Player and Ben Newsome....

#35 LIVE from ISTE: Kate Neff and the Denver Museum of Nature & Science

In this most special of special episodes, Seth, Tami, and Allyson record LIVE at the ISTE conference in Denver, Colorado. As an official session at the conference, you...

#34 Social Media As a Form of Distance Learning with Heidi Clements

In this fascinating episode of the Why Distance Learning podcast, your hosts sit down with Heidi Clements, an Instagram influencer with a substantial following, to exp...

#33 The Power of Puppetry with Sara Burmenko

In this episode of the Why Distance Learning? podcast, our hosts interview Sara Burmenko from the Center for Puppetry Arts, delving into the unique world of puppetry a...

#32 Empowering Students with Disabilities through Distance Learning with Laura Loy

In this episode of "Why Distance Learning?" we explore the innovative intersections of arts education, accessibility, and distance learning with Laura Loy. Laura, a se...

#31 Dopamine, Gamification, AI and the Right Tool for the Job with Thor Prichard

In this episode we dive deep into the intersections of technology, education, and cognitive psychology with Thor Prichard of Clarity Innovations. This week, Thor Prich...

#30 Empathy Across Continents with Shared Studios' Virtual Portals

In this episode of "Why Distance Learning," we delve into the transformative role of Shared Studios' immersive technology in global education. Our guests, Dr. Brandon ...

#29B Special Episode: Why Distance Learning? with Tsai Hsing Students

As a companion to episode #29A - Teaching Culture Across Cultures with Wendy Lee - this episode features six seventh-grade students from Tsai Hsing School in Taipei, T...

#29A Teaching Culture Across Cultures with Wendy Lee

We welcome Wendy Lee from Tsai Hsing School in Taipei, Taiwan who discusses the multifaceted roles of local teachers in a global distance learning language program cal...

#28 Rethinking Time and Space in Education with Jen Sayre

In this episode, the WDL crew welcomes Jen Sayre, Director of Applied Technology at Fairfield County ESC, Ohio. They delve into the essence of high-quality online lear...

#27 Valary Oleinik is the Gateway to Gamification

Valary Oleinik describes herself as part artist, part geek, and wholly dedicated to enhancing live virtual learning experiences. Her unique approach, blending curiosit...

#26 Ohio's Innovative Language Learning with Michele Carlisle

In this episode, Seth and Allyson interview Michelle Carlisle, an expert, experienced distance learning educator. They discuss Michele's world language program in Ohio...

#25 DL for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing with Adam Bair

In this episode, the team interviews Adam Bair, a parent whose daughter participates in CILC's Community of Learning events. Adam shares his journey and the impact of ...

#24 How Museums Can Thrive Online with Emily Kotecki

This episode's guest is Emily Kotecki, the principal and founder of High Beam Strategies.  With a wealth of experience in online learning, including crafting audio tou...

#23 Why Ghana Loves Distance Learning with Oiada International

In this episode, our hosts delve into the world of distance learning with a focus on the experiences of students and teachers from Ghana. The episode features engaging...

#22 Tucson's Trailblazer: Transformative Live Virtual Journeys with Tracey Rowley

In this episode, Tracy Rowley, the Senior Director of Instructional Technology and Online Education for the Tucson Unified School District, delves into the transformat...

#21 Bringing Nature to Life with Karin Davidson-Taylor

Dive into the captivating world of live virtual learning with our latest episode featuring Karin Davidson-Taylor, a seasoned School Programs Officer at the Royal Botan...

#20 The Future is Hybrid with Mary Schlegelmilch

In this episode, we delve into the world of live virtual learning with our special guest, Mary Schlegelmilch, an expert in distance learning (DL) and  former classroom...

#19 Inside the World's First All-VR School with Adam Mangana & Dan Sturdevant

The episode features an interview with Adam Mangana and Dan Sturdevant of Optima Online Academy, the world’s first all-VR school. Optima aims to merge classical educat...

#18 Learn Around the World with Brandon Hall

This episode of the Why Distance Learning podcast features an interview with Brandon Hall from Learn Around the World, a content provider that uses live virtual learni...

#17 Edutainment and Making People Feel Seen (Virtually) with Michael Allosso

We are excited to welcome master communications expert Michael Allosso to the podcast. Michael coaches CEOs and executives on dynamic presentations and effective leade...

#16 Online Teaching Tips with Dr. Lance Ford, Trainer of Over 20,000 Teachers

Join us as we speak with Dr. Lance Ford, a veteran educator and pioneer in the field of distance learning. Dr. Ford has been integrating video conferencing technologie...

#15 Connecting Students to the Sea with Darin Trobaugh of the Alaska SeaLife Center

In this episode of Why Distance Learning, hosts Seth, Tami, and Allyson interview Darin Trobaugh, an Education Specialist at the Alaska SeaLife Center. They discuss Da...

#14 Building Relationships Through Live Virtual Learning with Courtney Dayhuff

In this podcast episode, hosts Seth Fleischauer, Allyson Mitchell, and Tami Moehring welcome Courtney Dayhuff from Banyan Global Learning. The episode delves into Cour...

#13 Eponymous Hieronymous - Paul H. and How Local DLAs Can Change the Learning Landscape

In this episode, Seth, Allyson, and Tami welcome Paul Hieronymus, chairman of the Ohio Distance Learning Association (OhioDLA). We discuss golden moments, the current ...

#12 We Will Revolutionize Learning with Eric Jones of Oiada International

In this episode, Seth, Allyson, and Tami sit down with Eric Jones, a driving force behind Oiada International. With a dynamic career in distance learning that spans de...