Edtervene Talks

In this episode of Edtervene, Dr. Lydia Elliott explores how to move beyond traditional problem-based learning by introducing students to Complex Systems Problem Solving — an approach that mirrors the uncertainty, interdependence, and iteration of real-world challenges.

You’ll learn how to design approachable, classroom-ready problems that help students think systemically, collaborate across perspectives, and develo...

Think-Pair-Share is a classroom classic — but let’s be honest, it often feels rushed and shallow. In this episode of Edtervene, we introduce a more intentional and impactful alternative: Reflect–Engage–Expand Cycles.

Dr. Lydia Elliott explores how adding reflection before and after peer discussion leads to deeper thinking, greater student engagement, and stronger connections between ideas. You’ll learn how this upgr...

Are your classroom discussions falling flat or stuck in surface-level responses? In this episode of Edtervene, we explore how to move beyond traditional Socratic questioning with a modern, tech-integrated approach: Critical Inquiry and Dialogic Reasoning.

Dr. Lydia Elliott breaks down how you can empower students to become questioners, debaters, and critical thinkers using AI-assisted question generation and structu...

In this episode of Edtervene, we’re flipping the script on traditional peer teaching. What if your students didn’t just review material together — but actually helped create it?

Join [Your Name] as we dive into Collaborative Peer-Led Innovation, a bold approach that turns students into co-creators of learning. From designing classroom activities to developing assessments, students take ownership, deepen their unders...

Teaching in a hybrid classroom and feeling like you’re running two courses at once — one in-person, one online? You’re not alone. In this episode of Edtervene, we dive into the growing challenge of keeping students engaged and connected in hybrid learning spaces.

Enter Hybrid Immersive Learning Environments — a powerful approach that blends face-to-face and remote instruction into a single, unified, and interactive ...

 Welcome to Edtervene! In this episode, we dive into PEAK: Practical Experiential Active Knowledge, a powerful teaching approach that transforms traditional active learning into immersive, real-world experiences. Discover how PEAK engages students through simulations, role plays, and authentic projects that build critical thinking, practical skills, and adaptability for the challenges of today’s world. Whether you’re new t...