6 Podcasts All Adult and Higher Ed Teachers Should Add to their List
6 Podcasts All Adult and Higher Ed Teachers Should Add to their List
As an adult and postsecondary educator, I know it is important to keep up to date with the latest trends and teaching styles and to constantly learn about new ways to make your lessons click with your learners. But, I also know that, as the landscape of education changes rapidly, it’s hard to keep up. One easy trick? Podcasts. Sneak in some quick professional development as you grade papers, lesson plan, grocery shop, or drive home; sit back and relax with some of our favorite adult and higher education podcasts:
Times Higher Education Podcast
Times Higher Education (THE) is a leading provider of world university rankings, and the organization is a great source of analysis and insight on trends and performance in higher education institutions. Its podcast takes a weekly look at the most current issues, trends, and debates in the world of higher education.
In their lively and entertaining weekly discussion of issues related to higher education, KUT's Jennifer Stayton and Southwestern University President Dr. Ed Burger explore the topics of higher education, lifelong learning, and exercising the brain. Ed and Jennifer practice what they preach, too, by introducing math puzzlers and brain teasers to keep listeners on their toes.
The Student Affairs Spectacular
The Student Affairs Spectacular is weekly podcast giving you a front-row seat to the greatest student affairs show on Earth. On the show, hosts Tom Krieglstein and Dustin Ramsdell interview noteworthy individuals to talk about top issues in student affairs and higher education.
Join host Jennifer Gonzalez as she dives into creative teaching strategies, education technology, and education reform. As she puts it, “If it has something to do with teaching, we’re talking about it.” This podcast includes interviews with educators, administrators, parents, and even students about the psychological and social dynamics of schools, trade secrets, and “other juicy things you’ll never learn in a textbook.”
Including such topics as ADHD strategies and education technology, School Psyched Podcast! covers issues related to school psychology. This is a great podcast for teachers, parents, and those interested in psychology. Hosts Anna, Rachael, and Rebecca frequently interview top psychologists to give you an in-depth look at today’s education system.
Some students in your course may be preparing to move on to college. This podcast, created specifically for college students, is a great resource of information for your learners as they navigate the college landscape when it comes to productivity, earning better grades, paying off student loans, and more.
Looking for more resources to share with other adult educators or learners? Check out this list of grants and scholarships for adult learners!
