"Money is not your precious resource. Time is." - Daylene Long Keren from CodeMonkey hosts "Best of STEM" founder Daylene Long in a heartfelt conversation about the balance between growing amazing careers and amazing people despite all the curve balls life throws our way. What an inspiration! Key points:*Daylene's Career Journey and the Birth of 'Best of STEM'*Ensuring Fairness and Impartiality in the Judging Process*Tips on what makes a 'Best of STEM' winner*Success Stories from Previous 'Best of STEM' Winners*New Categories for the 'Best of STEM' Awards*The Role of AI in Education*The Balance of Physical and Mental Health*Finding the Life-Work Balance.*Starting Catapult X After a Concussion*The Journey of a Mom Geek*Prioritizing Time and Personal Well-being*Lessons from the COVID-19 Pandemic --------------------------------------------------------------------CodeMonkey Get Computer Science in your Classrooms: https://loom.ly/nUqgURY --------------------------------------------------------------------Exclusive offers for our Listeners - Free Trial! Special Offers! +Follow Email info@codemonkey.com Subject ”BananaCast Follower” (First-Time Users of CodeMonkey) #codingforkids #CsEd #coding #STEM #stemeducation #workingmom #inspiringwomen #worklifebalance  #bestofstem

Join host Keren from CodeMonkey Monkey in an enlightening conversation with Guy Vardi, an innovative leader in his field, as they discuss the nuances of grading and education. From personal anecdotes to industry insights, this episode delves into the challenges and opportunities in today's educational landscape. |Key Points: ★Guy Vardi's diverse background, from tech startups to real estate innovation. ★The influence of childhood experiences and gaming on Vardi's career path. ★The evolving role of grades in education: assessment, filtering, and motivation. ★The limitations of traditional grading systems and their impact on learning. ★Strategies for fostering a culture of risk-taking and learning from failure. ★The importance of defining educational goals and aligning assessment methods. ★The role of technology, like CodeMonkey, in redefining education and addressing inequality. ★Insights into exciting developments in educational technology and their potential impact. ★Concluding thoughts on the future of education and the need for systemic change..............................CodeMonkey - The Leading Coding for Kids PlatformCodeMonkey.comExclusive offers for our Listeners - Free Trial! Special Offers! +Follow Email info@codemonkey.com Subject ”BananaCast Follower” (First-Time Users of CodeMonkey)

Excited to chat with Jonathan Schor, CodeMonkey's Co-Founder/CEO. Stay tuned for insights on leading an ed-tech company..............................CodeMonkey - The Leading Coding for Kids PlatformCodeMonkey.comExclusive offers for our Listeners - Free Trial! Special Offers! +Follow Email info@codemonkey.com Subject ”BananaCast Follower” (First-Time Users of CodeMonkey)