Welcome to EduThink, the podcast that explores education in South Africa. If you're a parent, pupil, teacher, principal or are simply interested in education, then this is the show for you.
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This podcast is an in-depth and fascinating conversation with educational psychologist Dr. Claire Yorke on accommodations within the IEB (Independent Examinations Board). We delve into what accommodations are available, what they are used for, and how they are applied to help learners achieve their best academic potential. Claire Yorke has a longstanding relationship with Edu Inc (Education…
From Hype to Hope Beyond the AI Horizon Dr Benjamin Rosman (Professor in AI and Robotics - Wits) Episode Description In our latest session, Jacqueline Aitchison (Education Incorporated) sat down with Prof. Benjamin Rosman (University of the Witwatersrand University) for a compelling conversation on the implications of artificial intelligence. Judging by the strong attendance and online engagement,…
Education Incorporated headmaster, Gershom Aitchison, is a trailblazing educator in South Africa with an unwavering drive for growing young people holistically, as well as the belief in effective teacher training and effective pedagogical implementation. In this third episode in the ADHD and Sleep series, you'll hear the heartfelt and eye-opening story of Peter, a teenager navigating the…
Dive into this riveting episode where Dr. Alison Bentley, a sleep expert, unravels the connection between sleep and ADHD in kids and teens. You may be surprised to learn how sleep problems can mirror ADHD symptoms, leading to misdiagnoses and missed opportunities for real solutions. From the science of delayed sleep phase syndrome to the impact of caffeine, screens, and school schedules, this…
In this conversation between Gershom Aitchison (Edu Inc Headmaster) and two mothers Nicola and Jo who have children on the autism spectrum. Nicola's son is 19 and was diagnosed around age 7. Jo's son is 13 and was diagnosed around age 4. They discussed their journeys raising neurodiverse children, including the challenges with getting diagnoses, finding supportive school environments, dealing with…
In this episode, Gershom Aitchison chats with Chelsea Williamson about the work that iSchool Education and iStore Africa do in South Africa, and the definition and scope of disabilities. EduInc Boutique School website Connect with Gavin on LinkedIn
Electronic cigarettes, also known as vapes or e-cigarettes, have become popular since they were first developed in the early 2000s. Whether it be in the comfort of their own homes or on the patio of a restaurant or office block, adults and adolescents alike are choosing to vape, leaving only a fruit-scented aroma in their wake. How is this impacting our children and schools? Connect with Tendani…
In this episode, Gershom Aitchison chats with Cameron Busch, Lead Coding and Robotics Facilitator at iStore Education, about the benefits of coding for developing problem-solving, computational thinking, resilience, collaboration, and other critical skills. EduInc Boutique School website Connect with Gavin on LinkedIn
Choosing a school is one of the biggest decisions you can make. But these choices are not irreversible and should be revisited over time. In this podcast, Education Incorporated Boutique School (EduInc) Headmaster, Gershom Aitchison, talks with Executive Head Jacqueline Aitchison and the legendary Mike Stopforth about why 'good enough' shouldn't be good enough. If you have children in school,…
Why hobbies make us happy and the importance of having them Richard Mulholland (Missing Link Founder and CEO In this episode Mr and Mrs Aitchison connect with Richard Mulholland, this time to talk about how ruthless curiosity leads to recreational obsessions, the things that fill up our gas tanks and make us happy. Rich does this by sharing his unique insights into hobbies, gaming and raising…
