This week, Victoria Lowery and I will be discussing flipped schools, an educational model in which the typical lecture and homework elements of a course are reversed. 

On this week's show, I will be discussing the heavily controversial education practices and topics that have been debated over the past few decades. Article on the 30 most controversial education practices in U.S. history: http://www.topeducationdegrees.org/30-most-controversial-education-practices-in-u-s-history/

This episode is dedicated to crime novelist and short story writer, Dame Agatha Christie. 

This week's topic will focus on music in our lives, as well as its connection to poetry and importance in schools.  Music & Success in School (The Georgia Project): http://www.encoremusiclessons.com/content/blog/music-success-school 20 Important Benefits of Music In Our Schools:  http://www.bachelorsdegree.org/2011/03/10/20-important-benefits-of-music-in-our-schools/ Listen to 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' by Israel Kamakawiwo?ole: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V1bFr2SWP1I No...

This week's show is dedicated to 19th century American poet and educator, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.  The episode is dedicated to National Poetry Month of April. 

This week, we will be discussing the life and literary works of American novelist and writer, Lewis Carroll. He is perhaps best known as the author of the beloved story  'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.' This episode is dedicated to National Poetry Month of April. 

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On today’s show, I will continue discussing common core and some reasons as to why many people are against these new educational standards. If you are interested in learning a little more in depth about common core and its advantages, please feel free to listen to last week’s show that I did with Priscilena Shearon. 

This week's episode is focused on the Common Core standards, as well as the positive attributes on these new educational standards. Priscilena Shearon is a guest co-host on this show.  Mathematics Common Core Standards by grade level: http://achievethecore.org/category/774/mathematics-focus-by-grade-level

On this week's show, co-host Priscilena Shearon and I will be discussing the new SAT exam that has been implemented on March 2016, as well as the changes made and reactions of students who took the test this month.  

This week, Priscilena Shearon and I will tackle the topic on whether laptops should be allowed in classrooms for student use.  1) The Laptop and the Lecture: The Effects of Multitasking in Learning Environments Research Study: http://www.ugr.es/~victorhs/recinfo/docs/10.1.1.9.9018.pdf 2) In-class laptop use and its effects on student learning: https://www.winona.edu/psychology/media/friedlaptopfinal.pdf

This week's show is dedicated towards the topic of homeschooling, with co-host Ms. Priscilena Shearon.  Exploring Academic Outcomes of Homeschooled Students: Research Study Article on the myths of homeschooling: Myths... Facts & Reports      

This week I decided to do a special episode where I talk a little about my vacation trip to Vietnam and South Korea, as well as the experience of visiting a new country.  This episode is dedicated to Ms. Harper Lee, whose legacy will continue to live on. 

This week I decided to do a special episode where I talk a little about my vacation trip to Vietnam and South Korea, as well as the experience of visiting a new country.

This week's show is dedicated to American entrepreneur, cartoonist, and animator Walt Disney.   Find all episodes of the New Heights Show here! 

On the show this week I had Robert Green, founder of the non-profit organization Shining Warrior, dedicated to assisting the physically and economically challenged.  Visit Shining Warrior: shiningwarrior.org Visit Vehicle for a Vet: vehicleforavet.org Visit Jason Rodie's page: jasonrodie.org

This week we will be talking about writer Suzanne Collins, who is best known as the author of the young adult The Hunger Games trilogy.  National School Choice Week Discussion Saturday, January 23, 2016 from 4:00 p.m.—7:00 p.m. Cabin Fever Coffee House 312 Clinton Street in Defiance, Ohio

This week I wil be having track & field paralympic athlete Jason Rodie for an exclusive interview that will focus on his life and extraordinary accomplishments.  Visit Jason Rodie's Website: http://www.jasonrodie.org Support Jason on his road to the Rio Paralympics 2016: https://www.gofundme.com/jrodiehope VISIT SHININGWARRIOR.ORG - A Non-Profit Organization that supports physically challenged individuals. 

Tune in this week for a special holiday episode, dedicated to celebrating the 2016 New Year!  The New Heights Educational Group, Inc. promotes literacy for children and adults by offering a range of educational support services. Such services include: assisting families in the selection of schools; organization of educational activities; and acquisition of materials. We promote a healthy learning environment and enrichment programs for families of preschool and school-age children,...

On the show this week I have Dr. Marina Kamenetskiy, author of children's book "Mia and Gia: Building a Robot."   Purchase "Mia and Gia: Building a Robot" - Paperback and Kindle Edition  Main Link: http://www.amazon.com/dp/1519284276

This week’s discussion is focused on technology in classrooms, particularly tablets, and the advantages as well the disadvantages behind having these gadgets in our schools.   Should Computers be used in Schools? Listen to the episode here! Cellphones in Schools - Listen to the episode here!           

This week we will be talking about the life and works of the imaginative children’s writer and illustrator, Dr. Seuss.  TV SHOW ON PBS KIDS: The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!

Tune in this week for an episode dedicated to the biography and works of the first Children’s Poet Laureate, Jack Prelutsky. Scholastic Interview with Jack Prelutsky: Bigraphy of Jack Prelutsky

This week's show is dedicated to children's author Roald Dahl, who has written a number of works including "Matilda" and "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory." 

Tune in this week for an episode dedicated to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, author of the fictional stories of the adventures of Sherlock Holmes.