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A Brighter Future Podcast: Innovation & Student Success - OVS
A Brighter Future Podcast: Innovation & Student Success Join education experts Dwayne Matthews and Alicia Cuzner in The Brighter Future podcast as we discuss study strategies, time management tips, and proven success techniques designed to help you improve your grades, your productivity, and your mental health. Along the way, we’ll introduce you to innovative new tools and success technologies based on the latest neuroscience and neurotechnology. Curious about what courses to take in high school? We got you covered with our course spotlights, where we examine the best courses the Ontario Curriculum has to offer. We’ll also host recruiters from top universities who will share tips and tricks to increase your chances of gaining entry into some of the best universities in the world! Be sure to tune in – new episodes every month.
Episodes
17 episodes
S4E1 Ai Vs. Machine Learning & Toronto Metropolitan University
In this episode, podcast host and Ontario Virtual School teacher Alicia Cuzner explains the difference between machine learning and artificial intelligence, diving into their current applications, potential future developments, and how they may...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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20:17
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S3E4: Adapting to School
In today's podcast, Ms. Cuzner will be looking at ways to successfully adapt to education changes, mandatory online classes, and adapt to new technology and innovations. Different ways to be a successful student will be explored, and three new&...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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25:24
S3E3: End of Semester Tips
In this episode of A Brighter Future, Powered by OVS, Alicia Cuzner will discuss how to prepare themselves for the end of the year, and the end of the semester. Listeners will learn about strategies and tools studying and planning for exams and...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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15:39
S3E2: Thinking Skills
In this episode of A Brighter Future, Powered by OVS, Alicia Cuzner will discuss what thinking skills are, and how to develop metacognition skills in school. Listeners will learn about strategies and tools for problem solving and making connect...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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24:57
S3E1: Effective Communication Skills
In this episode of A Brighter Future, Powered by OVS, Alicia Cuzner will discuss what communication skills are, and how to better our communication skills in school. Listeners will learn about strategies and tools for communicating, both verbal...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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23:41
S2E8: How to Take Notes
In this episode of A Brighter Future, Powered by OVS, Alicia Cuzner and Dwayne Matthews will discuss different note taking strategies and how they are effective. Listeners will learn about strategies and tools for taking notes, and how to take ...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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55:20
S2E7: Successful Student
In this episode of A Brighter Future, Powered by OVS, Alicia Cuzner and Dwayne Matthews will discuss what success is, what a successful student looks like, and how to become a successful student. Listeners will learn about strategies and tools ...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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55:58
S2E6: Goal Setting
In this episode of A Brighter Future, Powered by OVS, Alicia Cuzner and Dwayne Matthews will discuss what goals are, how to set goals, and the importance of goal setting for education. Listeners will learn about strategies and tools to set prop...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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48:49
S2E5: Math and Memory
In this episode of A Brighter Future, Powered by OVS, Alicia Cuzner and Dwayne Matthews will discuss the facts and research behind studying Mathematics and how Math memorization works. Listeners will learn about the statistics behind the EQAO t...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:04:18
S2E4: Online VS In Person Learning
In this episode of A Brighter Future, Powered by OVS, Alicia Cuzner and Dwayne Matthews will discuss the pros and cons of online learning. Listeners will learn about the symbiotic relationship that online and in-person learning has, and what th...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:12:10
S2E3: Behind the Research in Education
In this episode, Alicia Cuzner and Dwayne Matthews discuss the research behind IEP meeting experiences, optimal learning environments, and inclusive learning. Our hosts debate the significance of a safe space when learning, and whether or not o...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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59:25
S2E2: Accommodations Vs. Modification
In this episode, Alicia Cuzner and Dwayne Matthews will discuss the difference between accommodation and modification at school. Our hosts will unpack what counts as an accommodation, and how we all accommodate ourselves every day. Listen to le...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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48:04
S2E1: What is an IEP?
In this episode, Alicia Cuzner and Dwayne Matthews will discuss what an IEP is, and the misconceptions behind IEPs. Our hosts unpack the challenges behind getting an IEP made, as well as the stigmas behind IEPs and learning disabilities. Listen...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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28:40
Ep 3. Executive Functioning and Memory Strategies
In this episode we will discuss what executive functioning is, and how it impacts our every day lives. This episode is dedicated to strategies that you can use while learning, and in your life, to make tasks easier.
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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24:38
Ep 2. Sleep, Memory, and Learning
In this episode we will break down how the brain works, and why sleep is so important. We will discuss the types of memory, and how sleep impacts memory. Learning and memorization can be difficult for some, so we share some tips and tricks to u...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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20:05
Ep 4. Mood and Mindset
In this episode we will talk behaviour, mood, and mindset. Emotions often dictate our behaviour, and we explore strategies to observe ourselves and change our behaviour. A key area we explore is mindfulness, and tools we can apply to our lives ...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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20:42
Ep 1. How Online Learning Can Help Mental Health
In this episode we will discuss how virtual learning has actually been beneficial for some students and their mental health. This includes talking about bullying, microaggressions, racism, general anxiety students face and how through online le...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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22:21