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The Learning Journey

The Learning Journey

By Sam

Join educator and thinker Sam Betteridge in ‘The Learning Journey’. The podcast that explore what it means to learn in the 21st century.
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Directions: 2020 and onwards.

The Learning JourneyFeb 06, 2020

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Khabib reacts rationally: What the UFC lightweight champion thinks about the oil gods.

Khabib reacts rationally: What the UFC lightweight champion thinks about the oil gods.

He’s a true martial artist and as humble as they come. But how does Khabib Nurmagomedov react to such an immense offering and what does he think about the prospect of fighting arguably his greatest foe?
Feb 06, 202003:50
Evolution has always evolved: Thoughts on my childhood.

Evolution has always evolved: Thoughts on my childhood.

In this episode I reflect on what good anime can reveal in life and how childhood experience of Darwinian concepts, has developed my outlook on life.
Feb 06, 202003:03
Learning to Play: A reflection on the status of the fields in which we exist.

Learning to Play: A reflection on the status of the fields in which we exist.

~>In this episode, I discuss how I see the fields of ‘Learning’ and ‘Playing’ inter-exist. How evolutionary psychology helps us understand their relationship and examine the ‘human way’ of data collection. *From social mechanics to geometry... this rabbit hole is deep and interesting, but equally as important...*
Feb 06, 202012:18
Directions: 2020 and onwards.

Directions: 2020 and onwards.

Join me as I outline what my plans are for the first official season of SAMr, in 2020. I share gratitude for the many listeners who’ve come by so far. And invite you to join me in understanding my intentions and interests.
Feb 06, 202004:50
UFC 246: Presser perspective

UFC 246: Presser perspective

Sam has a deep love into what the UFC 246: McGregor vs Cerrone press conference looks like from his angle and describes what the event means to him.
Jan 16, 202009:31
Ep.2 - Unpacking the NSW Curriculum Review - The Context

Ep.2 - Unpacking the NSW Curriculum Review - The Context

In this episode, Sam discusses the latest Interim Report for the NSW Curriculum Review - Nurturing Wonder and Igniting Passion. He reads part 1 of the report - The Context. If you’re a Teacher low on time or someone who is interested in education reform, this episode is for you!
Oct 23, 201901:13:42
Ep.1 - Unpacking the NSW Curriculum Review - Preface & Executive Summary

Ep.1 - Unpacking the NSW Curriculum Review - Preface & Executive Summary

In this episode, Sam discusses the latest interim report for the NSW Curriculum Review. He reads the beginnings of the report including the Preface and Executive Summary. He offers brief commentary. If you’re a Teacher low on time or someone who is interested in education reform, this episode is for you!
Oct 23, 201953:33
S.T.E.@.M Education - IDEAS and Thoughts

S.T.E.@.M Education - IDEAS and Thoughts

This episode focuses on the philosophy and learning design of S.T.E.A.M projects. Sam discusses the way projects can be approached from a theoretical standpoint. This thought experience could be useful if your looking to get started on your own project journey.
Sep 21, 201929:19
EduThought - Pedagogical Ponderings

EduThought - Pedagogical Ponderings

In this episode, Sam asks some hard questions. Has education got a ratio problem? How does society and our education systems really support the children it educates? Are we funding all the wrong initiatives in education. See what he thinks...
Feb 16, 201925:14
Thought Experiment: Talking 2 Post-it notes - ///Education, Technology & Anthropology\\\#Thinksports

Thought Experiment: Talking 2 Post-it notes - ///Education, Technology & Anthropology\\\#Thinksports

In this episode, I trial a new approach to thinking. Come w/ me on a thought journey, as I explore different concepts like technology and innovation. I’ll also divulge some thoughts on what the field of education might be able to learn from anthropology.
Feb 06, 201925:33
Dragon Ball Super: Brolly - The movie the fans have been waiting for.

Dragon Ball Super: Brolly - The movie the fans have been waiting for.

In this episode I divulge my thoughts on the latest Dragon Ball Super Movie - Brolly. How does the Dragon Ball franchise deal with the immense history it has already created? What does this movie mean for the fans? What has this movie done for the DB pantheon?
Feb 02, 201945:02
KRS - How can Knowledge help us hold the Reigns on our Social experiences?

KRS - How can Knowledge help us hold the Reigns on our Social experiences?

In this episode Sam explore the depths of his psyche and attempts to recognise how Hip Hop culture has shaped to build an understanding of the world around him. This episode focuses primarily on the subsidiary element of rapping, beats and music.
Jan 27, 201925:37
Online School - What I Think

Online School - What I Think

In this episode I explore my thoughts on the concept of ‘Online School’. Join me as I unravel my thoughts and attempt to figure something out.
Jan 25, 201922:59
Thinking out loud - An experiment in mental fruition

Thinking out loud - An experiment in mental fruition

Thinking out loud - What connections can be made? What ideas can be generated? In this episode Sam attempts to merely see where his thoughts take him. A thought experiment can be a useful undertaking in the search for novelty or creativity.
Jan 25, 201909:53
January 24, 2019

January 24, 2019

Jan 24, 201900:33