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empowerED Podcast with Francis Jim Tuscano

empowerED Podcast with Francis Jim Tuscano

By Francis Jim Tuscano

Interviews, discussions, and sometimes, chill talks with insightful thought leaders, inspiring educators, and courageous change-makers who help transform, elevate, and celebrate teachers around the globe. EmpowerED Podcast is specially dedicated to amplifying the voice of the Filipino teacher towards a dialogue with teachers around the world and the global community!
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empowerED Podcast with Francis Jim TuscanoJul 28, 2021

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The Ethical Use of ChatGPT and AI Tools

The Ethical Use of ChatGPT and AI Tools

In this episode with Yuekun Li, the Global Business Lead of ClassIn, we'll be diving into the world of AI and its impact on society. We'll explore the ethical considerations surrounding the use of AI, including issues of bias, privacy, and accountability, and discuss ways to ensure that AI is used in a responsible and ethical manner.

#S9E9

Feb 25, 202336:07
Has Love Changed Post-Pandemic: Exploring the Love Languages

Has Love Changed Post-Pandemic: Exploring the Love Languages

In this episode, Life Coach Cristine de Leon Alcala joins us as we explore how the pandemic has changed our ideas and expressions of love, as many people have had to navigate long-distance relationships, isolation, and loss. We also discuss the concept of love languages and how understanding them can help us better connect with our partners and loved ones during these challenging times.

#S09E08

Feb 18, 202327:39
Will ChatGPT Kill Homework and Take-Home Assessments?

Will ChatGPT Kill Homework and Take-Home Assessments?

ChatGPT could make homework and take-home assessments things of the past as this game-changing AI tool drives schools to rethink the value of homework. Will ChatGPT be the nail in the coffin for giving homework?

#S09E07

Jan 28, 202319:27
Should Schools Allow Chat GPT? OpenAI's Chat GPT Explained

Should Schools Allow Chat GPT? OpenAI's Chat GPT Explained

Join us on the "ChatGPT Revolution" podcast as we explore the exciting and game-changing world of language models like ChatGPT. From revolutionizing the way we learn and teach in schools to changing the way businesses operate and communicate, ChatGPT is pushing the boundaries of what's possible with AI. Tune in as we dive into the challenges and opportunities presented by this powerful technology.

Description generated by ChatGPT. 

#S09E06

Jan 22, 202327:10
How A Youth-Led Organization is Helping Close the Digital Divide in the Philippines

How A Youth-Led Organization is Helping Close the Digital Divide in the Philippines

The digital divide has been present even before the pandemic. But the recent pandemic made this a glaring reality. Sancho Syquia and Leonard Ang of the non-profit organization Adaptech (https://adaptechph.org) share with us how their organization harnesses youth power to achieve their goal of helping bridge and close the gap in the digital divide, especially in education. 

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Dec 19, 202228:41
Teachers on TikTok, Too Much? with John Paul Viernes

Teachers on TikTok, Too Much? with John Paul Viernes

To be a #teacherontiktok (and basically, a teacher on social media) is tricky. How can teachers navigate social media? If students say that they cringe when they see their teachers on Tiktok, should teachers then stop using the app? What delineates personal from professional in the ethics of being a teacher on Tiktok? John Paul Viernes, an edtech expert and education leader, joins our conversation on the tricky ethics of #teachersontiktok.

#S09E04

Dec 10, 202221:54
How Knowing Oneself Can Help You Become a Better Writer with Leah Angela Cioco
Nov 19, 202227:34
Can We Stop Students from Cheating in Class? with Ma. Angelica B. America
Nov 12, 202231:11
Rediscovering Flipped Learning with EdPuzzle (feat. Imran Hassan)
Nov 05, 202229:00
empowerED Podcast New Intro - Welcome!

empowerED Podcast New Intro - Welcome!

Pre-season 9! This is empowerED Podcast, a podcast for interviews, discussions, and most of the time, chill and candid conversations with insightful thought leaders, inspiring educators, and courageous change-makers who help transform, elevate, and celebrate teachers around the globe. Let’s get empowered.

Oct 21, 202200:27
Addressing Challenges in Hybrid/Hyflex Learning
Apr 16, 202213:20
Designing the School's Hybrid/Hyflex Learning Program: An Easy Framework from UNESCO
Apr 16, 202218:43
Hybrid or Hyflex Learning in the Covid-19 Pandemic
Apr 16, 202215:45
How a Student Can Win a US $100,000 Award and Help Change the World
Apr 10, 202220:52
Pushing the Frontier: UDL and AI in Education with Steven Kolber
Dec 12, 202137:01
Passion and Service in the Pandemic with Mark Anthony F. Jamisal
Dec 05, 202129:24
Journeying with the Youth in These Challenging Times with Joel Hawod
Nov 21, 202129:54
Why Teaching is a Work of Heart with Michelle Rubio
Nov 14, 202117:28
Why Youth Journalism and Empowerment Matter with Ancelmo Miguel Catalla
Nov 07, 202130:08
Endless Feedback > Endless Teaching, For Real! with Ivy Encinares
Oct 31, 202133:47
Should Parents Be Involved in Their Kid's Assessments? with Maleng Raysag
Oct 24, 202127:03
Making Students Do What They Know with Nico Fos

Making Students Do What They Know with Nico Fos

Language and Literature Teacher and EdTech Coach Nico Fos shares his experience in designing and implementing authentic assessments that feature real-world problems, social relevance, and the use of interdisciplinary approach. Co-hosted with Reagan Austria, this episode also talks about the challenges of having authentic assessments in remote learning. 

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Oct 17, 202139:07
Why Teachers Should Enable Peer Feedback with Nicca Ruiz and Kevin Agustin

Why Teachers Should Enable Peer Feedback with Nicca Ruiz and Kevin Agustin

In this episode, Miriam College Grade School educators, Nicca Ruiz (subject area supervisor for Language), and Kevin Agustin (Social Science teacher) join us to uncover the benefits of enabling peer feedback-giving in class. Nicca and Kevin further discuss how peer feedback can empower students in processing their own learning through using metacognitive and learning skills with the help of their classmates or peers.

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Oct 10, 202134:21
Are assessments really working in remote learning? with Reagan Austria

Are assessments really working in remote learning? with Reagan Austria

For the first part of Season 8, Reagan Austria, a digital learning specialist and consultant, joins us as special co-host as we dig deep into assessments in remote learning. As our first guest also, Reagan discusses misconceptions and issues on assessments in online remote learning, and shares “home-based learning assessment” ideas to make assessment more relevant for students.

Note: The episode contains discussions in both English and Filipino languages.

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Oct 03, 202124:30
S7E13: Make Teacher PD Great Again with Melissa Espiritu

S7E13: Make Teacher PD Great Again with Melissa Espiritu

We often hear teachers complaining about the PDs that they attend before the school year begins. Often, they see these PDs as more of requirements and not as a relevant opportunities to improve their craft. Principal Melissa Espíritu of St. Joseph's Academy, Philippines joins us and shares her experience as a school leader in designing meaningful PDs for teachers.

Jul 28, 202131:42
S7E12: From Death by Online Lecture to Engaging Online Learning with Yuekun Li

S7E12: From Death by Online Lecture to Engaging Online Learning with Yuekun Li

In this episode, Yuekun Li, the country manager of ClassIn in the Philippines, shares his insights on the state of online learning and access to technology in education in the Philippines. The discussion also focuses on how educators can further engage students in an online learning set-up to avoid death by online lecture. 

Jul 22, 202137:33
S7E11: ABCs of Parenting in Online Learning with Maleng Raysag

S7E11: ABCs of Parenting in Online Learning with Maleng Raysag

Maleng Raysag, a mom blogger and head of Power Mac Business Systems, Inc Training Center, joins the discussion and candidly shares her experiences in supporting her children's online learning. She also gives tips on how to help children be better learners, especially at this time of the pandemic. 

Jul 16, 202135:49
S7E10: Stop! Collaborate and Listen: Learning Better Together with Alfonso Mangubat
Jul 08, 202126:20
S7E9: From Safe Space to Brave Space with Mark Reid #Pride

S7E9: From Safe Space to Brave Space with Mark Reid #Pride

In celebration of the #PrideMonth, Mark Reid returns to the podcast channel and helps us understand and reflect on how school communities can enable inclusion, from building a safe space to sustaining a "brave space" for the members of the LGBTQIA+ community within the school. Happy pride!

Jun 30, 202130:05
S7E8: The Need for Better Feedback and Formative Assessments with Jeffrey Beltran

S7E8: The Need for Better Feedback and Formative Assessments with Jeffrey Beltran

Feedback and formative assessments are vital to successful student learning. Remote learning in the pandemic uncovered many challenges in delivering consistent and high-quality feedback to students. Jeffrey Beltran, an instructor and EdTech trainer at the National Teachers College in the Philippines, joins us in understanding the essential role of feedback in these challenge times of education.

Jun 24, 202132:27
S7E7: Why Learner Agency Matters Now More Than Ever with Ma. Theresa Nebres-Ladrido

S7E7: Why Learner Agency Matters Now More Than Ever with Ma. Theresa Nebres-Ladrido

Learner agency is about empowering and giving students the power of choice and voice to make meaningful actions and see the results of their decisions. It matters now more than ever, but how can schools foster this when students are in remote learning? Ma. Theresa Nebres-Ladrido, high school principal of Xavier School San Juan, Philippines, takes us into a deep dive on learner agency at this time of the pandemic.

Jun 16, 202130:24
S7E6: Transforming Curriculum to Face Disruptions with Stephanie Barredo

S7E6: Transforming Curriculum to Face Disruptions with Stephanie Barredo

How can we transform the school curricula to respond to education disruptions, such as the pandemic? What are the essential considerations, helpful processes, and inevitable challenges that we will encounter in this undertaking? Stephanie Barredo, Head of Remote Learning and Primary School Coordinator at Keys School Manila joins our discussion to help us answer and reflect on these questions.

Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2kHX53u or Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2kEpabQ.

Jun 10, 202125:02
S7E5: Hits and Misses in Online Education: A Convo with College Students with Emilio Aquino and Zachary Sy

S7E5: Hits and Misses in Online Education: A Convo with College Students with Emilio Aquino and Zachary Sy

Zachary Sy and Emilio Aquino, my former students in the grade school, are back on empowerED Podcast! In this discussion, Emilio and Zachary share candidly their insights and experiences after undergoing one year of online distance education in the pandemic. Zach shares his own experiences at Purdue University in the USA while Emilio with his experiences in the Ateneo de Manila University in the Philippines. Their straight-forward thoughts and honest reflections could be of great help to teachers and professors in improving online teaching and learning.

Zach and Emilio also co-hosts the Seven Thirty Lectures Podcast Channel. Listen to them on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

Jun 03, 202148:13
S7E4: Preparing Future Teachers for Disruptions with Dr. Ferdinand Blancaflor Pitagan
May 26, 202140:50
S7E3: State of Literacy in the Pandemic with Mr. Frederick Sotto Perez
May 19, 202129:46
S7E2: How are K-12 Private Schools Coping with the Pandemic with Sister Felicitas Bernardo, SPC
May 12, 202125:11
S7E1: The Youth in the Pandemic: Sinking or Swimming with Christine De Leon Alcala
May 05, 202125:41
S06E10: How Can Parents Help Their Kids in Distance Learning with Gino Luayon
Jan 30, 202126:40
S06E09: The Power of Community and Cooperation in Supporting Schools with Jay Michael Jaboneta
Jan 23, 202126:46
S06E08: Unlocking Teacher Action with Dr. Bert J. Tuga and Dr. Peter Esperanza

S06E08: Unlocking Teacher Action with Dr. Bert J. Tuga and Dr. Peter Esperanza

Dr. Bert J. Tuga, President of the Philippine Normal University, and Dr. Peter Esperanza, Founder of NumberBender and Apple Distinguished Educator, join Mark Reid in discussing how to inspire and help teachers in taking action, finding solutions, and creating education innovations that respond to challenges in their classes, schools, or local communities. Originally aired during the empowerED First Anniversary Special.

Dec 23, 202024:58
S06E07: Unlocking Teacher Leadership with Dr. Dina Ocampo and Kazuya Takahashi

S06E07: Unlocking Teacher Leadership with Dr. Dina Ocampo and Kazuya Takahashi

Dr. Dina Ocampo, former Undersecretary of the Department of Education-Philippines, and Kazuya Takahashi, Global Teacher Prize finalist, join Mark Reid in discussing how to unlock and unleash leadership in educators in this unprecedented time and in solving the challenges brought about by the pandemic. Originally aired during the empowerED First Anniversary Special.

Dec 18, 202033:00
S06E06: Unlocking Teacher Power with Dr. Nadia Lopez and Mark Reid

S06E06: Unlocking Teacher Power with Dr. Nadia Lopez and Mark Reid

Dr. Nadia Lopez and Mark Reid explore different ways of unleashing the power within every educator. In this candid and sincere conversation, the three education leaders draw from their own unique experiences of being empowered and empowering their fellow educators. Originally aired during the empowerED First Anniversary Special.

Dec 10, 202026:14
S06E05: Thriving in the Pandemic: Self Care for Students and Teachers with Cristine De Leon Alcala
Dec 03, 202026:42
S06E04: Early Education in the Pandemic with Trixie Sison
Nov 25, 202021:15
S06E03: How EdTech Helps Education to Move Forward at This Time of the Pandemic with Trish Castro
Nov 20, 202025:49
S06E02: Special Education in India at This of the Time of the Pandemic with Santhi Karamcheti
Nov 10, 202022:46
S06E01: Leadership that Moves Education Forward at this time of the Pandemic with Alex Bell
Oct 31, 202027:10
S05E17: Global Voices feat. Dr. Ferdinand Pitagan - Open Educational Resources and Content Curation in Distance Learning

S05E17: Global Voices feat. Dr. Ferdinand Pitagan - Open Educational Resources and Content Curation in Distance Learning

Dr. Ferdinand Pitagan, dean of the School of Teacher Education of the National Teachers College (Philippines) joins the Global Voices series of the empowerED Podcast to explain what open educational resources (OERs) are and how they can be curated and utilized for distance learning at this time of the pandemic.

This episode is a video podcast which is also accessible on:

  • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/empowerEDTV
  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empowerEDwithJimTuscano/
  • Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2kHX53u
  • Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2kEpabQ
Jul 22, 202035:10
S05E16: Global Voice feat. Winona Diola - Understanding Blended Learning Approach and Modality
Jun 24, 202026:27
S05E15: Global Voice feat. Dr. Ethel Agnes Pascua Valenzuela - Education in Southeast Asia at this Time of the Pandemic

S05E15: Global Voice feat. Dr. Ethel Agnes Pascua Valenzuela - Education in Southeast Asia at this Time of the Pandemic

How is Southeast Asia faring at this time of the pandemic? Dr. Ethel Agnes Pascua Valenzuela, Director of the Southeast Asia Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO) Secretariat in Bangkok, Thailand, gives us a deep dive into how education systems and leaders in Southeast Asian countries are facing the challenges of the pandemic as well as harnessing opportunities to ensure equity in learning and empowerment of teachers. She further explains the role of SEAMEO to support educators and school leaders in this difficult time.

Jun 17, 202035:55