Science 360
Are you a science teacher seeking inspiration for teaching? Whether it's space, the climate, chemistry, biology, physics or educational theories, Science 360 explores science from all angles, offering that spark that your K-12 science classes may need. This is where you can listen, learn and then feel empowered to teach awesome lessons! Join me and my amazing guests each week and let their knowledge become your knowledge and ultimately, your students' knowledge.
Episodes
March 4, 2024 • 46 mins
Recently, I've been approached by colleagues about various issues they've found or heard about. I appreciate that they come to me to see what I think. This is what a collegial workplace should look like.
One came and brought up the topic of wellness through cold plunging. Another brought up concerns about how AI will affect our classes. I constantly get challenged over the debate between electric and gas-powered cars. Still, anothe...
One came and brought up the topic of wellness through cold plunging. Another brought up concerns about how AI will affect our classes. I constantly get challenged over the debate between electric and gas-powered cars. Still, anothe...
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February 5, 2024 • 25 mins
My greatest desire for this podcast is to show you, the teacher, how teaching can be. In its purest sense and in the light of First People's Principles of Learning, there is generally one in the room who is about to lead a discussion on a particular topic. But it is not shared without great respect for the ones listening, offering up the opportunity to differ, interpret, analyze and question.
And when it comes to space, inevitably t...
And when it comes to space, inevitably t...
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January 22, 2024 • 22 mins
Here are two new twists...firstly, I'm the one getting interviewed on this episode, and secondly, it's my wife asking the questions!
Yes, I invited Sheryl to turn the mic on me after I was inspired to do so when my guest from episode 88 said she was curious about why I got into teaching. That was Marika Cullis-Suzuki so be sure to check that episode out.
This episode is a bit of an experiment. I hypothesize that behind every great po...
Yes, I invited Sheryl to turn the mic on me after I was inspired to do so when my guest from episode 88 said she was curious about why I got into teaching. That was Marika Cullis-Suzuki so be sure to check that episode out.
This episode is a bit of an experiment. I hypothesize that behind every great po...
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January 15, 2024 • 80 mins
What if teaching was less about tradition and more about breaking the rules? What if teaching put less emphasis on predetermined learning outcomes and standardized tests and more emphasis on discovery and inquiry?
What you would have would be an educational system that inspires, that evokes meaning and puts the learner first, even over the dusty lesson plans that would have fit right in if they were delivered 20 years ago.
This is th...
What you would have would be an educational system that inspires, that evokes meaning and puts the learner first, even over the dusty lesson plans that would have fit right in if they were delivered 20 years ago.
This is th...
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January 9, 2024 • 56 mins
What an exhilarating experience hosting Dr. Sarika Cullis-Suzuki, the host of The Nature of Things, the world's longest-running science show for over 60 years!
A cornerstone in science communication, it's now entering a new era on the CBC Gem app, offering modern content to enhance your science lessons. Make sure to explore the show for a fresh perspective that can invigorate your science curriculum.
Sarika, a passionate science comm...
A cornerstone in science communication, it's now entering a new era on the CBC Gem app, offering modern content to enhance your science lessons. Make sure to explore the show for a fresh perspective that can invigorate your science curriculum.
Sarika, a passionate science comm...
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December 16, 2023 • 60 mins
Dive deep into the oceanic realms as Science 360 brings you this riveting episode. Join me, Tim Stephenson in an engaging conversation with Dr. Isabella Reeves, a pioneering researcher delving into the genetic fabric of orcas.
Discover how her groundbreaking analysis links orca pods worldwide to a common ancestry, unveiling the intricate history of these marine dynasties. Hear the story of Old Tom, an orca that assisted whalers 100 ...
Discover how her groundbreaking analysis links orca pods worldwide to a common ancestry, unveiling the intricate history of these marine dynasties. Hear the story of Old Tom, an orca that assisted whalers 100 ...
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November 27, 2023 • 49 mins
Jo-Anne St. Godard has had a circular economy mindset for decades. A simple Google search and you will see that Jo-Anne has been advocating for an economy that relies less on extraction and new goods from raw materials, and moreso on repurposing existing materials into a second, third and fourth life. A regular guest on news reports, a speaker at conferences and lobbying the government for a more responsible, lower carbon emitting,...
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November 8, 2023 • 81 mins
This is a wide-ranging conversation covering topics such as Newtonian physics, the Copernican revolution, life in space, genetics, the interconnectedness of life and teaching. It kept coming back to teaching and the type of education we should be bringing to the classroom.
This conversation can affect the way you teach. It can refocus you on a modern approach to education and dare I say, what really matters. And, what really matters...
This conversation can affect the way you teach. It can refocus you on a modern approach to education and dare I say, what really matters. And, what really matters...
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October 18, 2023 • 64 mins
When my student, Peter, approached me about being a guest on my podcast, I wondered what we would talk about. However, I'm glad we recorded because what we have here is golden. Yes, a lesson in language, but more than that, a lesson in grit, passion, pursuit of knowledge and independent learning.
This episode will leave you amazed at what a young person can accomplish. If you know people like Peter, be sure to give them the platfor...
This episode will leave you amazed at what a young person can accomplish. If you know people like Peter, be sure to give them the platfor...
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September 4, 2023 • 67 mins
Scott is committed to advancing nature-based solutions that benefit people and the planet.
His current work and experience has resulted in an inspiring and dynamic network that seeks solutions to the complex environmental challenges of our times. He work closely with various levels of government, industry, universities and non-profits to coordinate and amplify these efforts. In concert with a talented team at Ocean Wise, he designs...
His current work and experience has resulted in an inspiring and dynamic network that seeks solutions to the complex environmental challenges of our times. He work closely with various levels of government, industry, universities and non-profits to coordinate and amplify these efforts. In concert with a talented team at Ocean Wise, he designs...
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August 21, 2023 • 79 mins
Dr. Tim Dasey knows how to push educational buttons, and let me be clear, this is a good thing!
I found this out as I recorded this episode and listened to Tim’s theories on how schools need to evolve. These theories come from a 30 year career in AI development at MIT. Now compelled to ‘rattle the cage” and “poke the bear”, Tim is attempting to nudge educators into what I would call “hard but essential” conversations about what we’r...
I found this out as I recorded this episode and listened to Tim’s theories on how schools need to evolve. These theories come from a 30 year career in AI development at MIT. Now compelled to ‘rattle the cage” and “poke the bear”, Tim is attempting to nudge educators into what I would call “hard but essential” conversations about what we’r...
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August 14, 2023 • 44 mins
Bryce Coon and Emily Walker head up the education team at EARTHDAY.ORG which firmly believes that every learner in every school worldwide should receive fully integrated, assessed climate and environmental education with a strong civic engagement component.
Bryce joins as the Associate Director of Climate Education, while Emily joins as the Education Coordinator. As Associate Director of Climate Education, Bryce plays a central role...
Bryce joins as the Associate Director of Climate Education, while Emily joins as the Education Coordinator. As Associate Director of Climate Education, Bryce plays a central role...
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August 5, 2023 • 71 mins
This episode is becoming one of my favourite recordings. I think the reason is because, through this discussion with Dr. Berger, I feel like I've gotten to know Albert Einstein like I never have before. Or maybe it's because as a result of my new connection to Gary, I am now the proud recipient of his brilliant book! As I descibe it, it's as much a work of art as it is a pictorial biogrpahy of Einstein.
As a science teacher, I subsc...
As a science teacher, I subsc...
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July 31, 2023 • 74 mins
Greg Hammer, MD, is a professor at Stanford University School of Medicine.
As a pediatric anesthesiologist and an intensive care physician he cares for children and their families during very stressful times.
Burnout is on the rise. This is a problem we cannot afford to ignore. The rising costs of burnout are staggering. Health care professionals AND teachers, sacrifice their health, happiness, and relationships.
Fortunately, there is...
As a pediatric anesthesiologist and an intensive care physician he cares for children and their families during very stressful times.
Burnout is on the rise. This is a problem we cannot afford to ignore. The rising costs of burnout are staggering. Health care professionals AND teachers, sacrifice their health, happiness, and relationships.
Fortunately, there is...
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June 26, 2023 • 53 mins
This is the thrid time I've had Bill on the podcast and this episode is very practical becasue it will get you outside at night time to find some cool things in the sky. Here is a list of some of the items we talk about:
- Magnification: amount of times you are brought closer to the object
- Objective glass: (the big one at the end) measured in millimetres
- Asterism: A piece of a constellation such as Regulus (a white star) in the cons...
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May 1, 2023 • 40 mins
We held an Environmental Conference at my school on Earth Day this year. This was a conference totally organized by the students, which I attended.
Unbeknownst to me, while they were organizing this conference via video chats every Friday after school for weeks, they also formed an organization called Langley Youth Environment Action Network. They even made an Instagram account (see link below).
During the opening hour, they had ice...
Unbeknownst to me, while they were organizing this conference via video chats every Friday after school for weeks, they also formed an organization called Langley Youth Environment Action Network. They even made an Instagram account (see link below).
During the opening hour, they had ice...
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February 19, 2023 • 55 mins
Lauren MacLean lives in Port Moody, British Columbia, Canada, with her two young toddlers and an energetic puppy. She is a full time elementary school teacher where she takes her learners outdoors to explore, learn, and play each and every day.
She is the author of the best selling children’s picture book, Me and My Sit Spot and the host of the Mentoring Nature Connections podcast. Let’s get outside and get our hands dirty!
Resourc...
She is the author of the best selling children’s picture book, Me and My Sit Spot and the host of the Mentoring Nature Connections podcast. Let’s get outside and get our hands dirty!
Resourc...
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February 7, 2023 • 55 mins
Sanjay Sharma MD (Harvard University), MSc, FRCS, MBA is a retinal specialist who is a professor of ophthalmology at Queen’s University.
He is an internationally renowned eye surgeon, and has treated over 250,000 patients. Dr. Sharma is a clinician-scientist who has published over 300 scientific papers which have been cited over 10,000 time. He's the author of 3 textbooks, and I'm now proud to host him on Science 360!
An innovator at...
He is an internationally renowned eye surgeon, and has treated over 250,000 patients. Dr. Sharma is a clinician-scientist who has published over 300 scientific papers which have been cited over 10,000 time. He's the author of 3 textbooks, and I'm now proud to host him on Science 360!
An innovator at...
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January 31, 2023 • 70 mins
I would consider listening to this episode in one of two ways: either at a time when you can take it all in at once, or in junks over a period of time. The reason is because I believe this episode represents the essence of what I consider to be the sort of scientific education needed in high schools today, and I really want you to concentrate and even "read between the lines" on this one.
You see, education will be most effective if...
You see, education will be most effective if...
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January 16, 2023 • 61 mins
James Maynard publishes The Cosmic Companion, a multimedia news outlet covering astronomy and space exploration from around the globe.
Growing up, science and art were always encouraged in the house, and James quickly fell in love with reading the works of Carl Sagan, Isaac Asimov, and other science writers. Carl Sagan’s masterwork, Cosmos, was a turning point for James, who wore out several copies of the book as he read and re-read...
Growing up, science and art were always encouraged in the house, and James quickly fell in love with reading the works of Carl Sagan, Isaac Asimov, and other science writers. Carl Sagan’s masterwork, Cosmos, was a turning point for James, who wore out several copies of the book as he read and re-read...
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