#18 Dr. Meghan Waldron on Writing, Critical Thinking, and Leadership
Simon Badrock and Dr. Megan Waldron explore the evolving landscape of education in the post-pandemic world. Dr. Waldron shares her journey into education and addresses the decline in academic performance, highlighting technology's role. They discuss the importance of rebuilding social and soft skills in children, emphasizing writing as a tool for developing leadership and empathy. The conversation provides strategies for parents and educators to enhance learning, focusing on experiential learning and the value of childhood experiences. They also tackle overcoming reluctance in student writing, stressing individual support and growth challenges.
Key Points
- Isolation and increased screen time during the pandemic have significantly impacted students' social skills and critical thinking abilities.
- Experiential learning and pushing students out of their comfort zones can greatly enhance their confidence and leadership skills.
- Writing is a powerful tool for students to organize their thoughts, develop empathy, and build essential communication skills for future leadership.
Connect and follow guest, Meghan Waldron. Website: https://www.smartsolutionsva.com/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/rvawrites/
Connect and follow host, Simon Badrock:
Website: https://www.empowermentcoach.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EmpowermentCoach.org/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-badrock-93ab48134/
In addition to hosting the Empowering Future Leaders podcast, Simon is a Certified Elite Mentorship Trainer, Speaker, and a fully trained Kids Life Coach. At EmpowermentCoach.org we help Kids and Parents unlock their potential and find direction, meaning and purpose in their lives.
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iTunes, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/empowering-future-leaders/id1750308920
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