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The official ACS Athens podcast, telling the story of the American Community Schools of Athens.
Host/Producer: John Papadakis.
An ACS Athens Media Studio Production.
Owlcast #105 - All Children Can Learn - with Anna Sugarman and Chris Perakis
ACS Athens Owlcast
28 minutes 44 seconds
12 months ago
Owlcast #105 - All Children Can Learn - with Anna Sugarman and Chris Perakis
In this episode of Owlcast, we welcome Anna Sugarman and Chris Perakis, two distinguished experts in inclusive learning and differentiated instruction. Their visit to ACS Athens this past week has been transformative, featuring workshops, classroom observations, and meaningful conversations with educators. Anna, an authority in gifted and talented education, and Chris, a specialist in special educational needs, bring decades of experience in fostering inclusive, student-centered learning environments. Together, they have developed innovative strategies to ensure that all students can thrive, while emphasizing the importance of collaboration between parents, teachers, and students to support individual growth.
Anna and Chris discuss the vital role of student voice, mental wellness, and empathetic teaching in shaping a responsive learning community. They also talk about the future of education, exploring how tools like AI can enhance learning for neurodiverse students. This insightful episode underscores their shared belief in the transformative power of inclusive education and their commitment to advancing it globally.
ACS Athens Owlcast
The official ACS Athens podcast, telling the story of the American Community Schools of Athens.
Host/Producer: John Papadakis.
An ACS Athens Media Studio Production.