What is self-directed learning? What are the benefits of pursuing self-directed learning? How does self-directed learning relate to the needs for 21 st century education? What preparation do teachers or educators need in order to facilitate self-directed learning? The host for this episode is Ethan Allen. The guests for this episode are Nina Blanco and […]
Kahoolawe – a Sustainable Model for Hawaii’s Future (Likable Science)
An exploration of the history of this unique Hawaiian island, and the challenges being faced by KIRC in restoring it. We focus on how using sustainable approaches and technologies supports both economic and cultural resilience. The host for this episode is Ethan Allen. The guest for this episode is Mike Naho’opi’i. ThinkTech Hawaii streams live […]
Scientists Elected to US Congress and Smart Phone Advancements (Likable Science)
New Developments in Science and Technology In this episode of Likable Science Jay and Ethan talk about the midterm elections that saw an increase in Scientists being elected to Congress as well as a look at advancements in smart phones. The hosts for this episode are Ethan Allen and Jay Fidell. ThinkTech Hawaii streams live […]
Likable Science Live from Eco-DAS (Likable Science)
We’ll talk with participants in the 13th Annual Ecological Dissertations in Aquatic Sciences (EcoDAS) Symposium, getting a taste of the breadth and depth of aquatic ecological research from around the country, and discuss how their work impacts our lives. The host for this episode is Ethan Allen. The guests for this episode are Erin Larsen […]
Improving the Lives of Hawaii’s Most Marginalized (Likable Science)
Social science research enables evidence-based interventions that make real and significant impacts on the lives of disadvantaged persons. On this episode of Likable Science, we’ll talk about how a suite of diverse social science research approaches can be applied to societal problems such as homelessness and poverty, and how solutions to those problems can and […]
Likable Science Live from Eco-DAS (Likable Science)
We’ll talk with participants in the 13th Annual Ecological Dissertations in Aquatic Sciences (EcoDAS) Symposium, getting a taste of the breadth and depth of aquatic ecological research This episode of Likable Science, we’ll explore some of the investigations being carried out by these young researchers from around the country, and discuss how their work impacts […]
Sunny Clean Water LLC (Likable Science)
An innovative, highly efficient solar still shows great promise to enhance access to potable water, especially for residents of islands. We’ll discuss the development of Dr. Gan’s simple, robust, inexpensive passive solar still that operates at high efficiency, producing 5 – 10 gallons of fresh water per day from a one square yard footprint. The […]
Hawaii Rotary: People of Action (Hawaii Rotary: People of Action)
Hawaii Rotary is a diverse group of community leaders who form friendships and provide support of community projects. We’ll discuss Hawaii Rotary and the larger global organization. We’ll explore the goals, methods, and types of projects that Rotarians do to better the world. The host for this episode is Ethan Allen. The guest for this […]
What you see (not hear) is what you get (Likable Science)
Body language cues can reveal much about political candidates (and others) that they may not say. We’ll discuss how political candidates, and all of us, reveal their feelings through subtle signs such as gaze, posture, limb positioning, etc. The host for this episode is Ethan Allen. The guest for this episode is Rb Kelly. ThinkTech […]
Currents in Pacific Education: Trends & Issues (Pacific Partnerships in Education)
Events are transforming Pacific island education processes and practices We’ll discuss some ongoing and upcoming challenges and issues in Pacific island education, including: (a) the impacts of the ending of COFA funding on Hawaii’s schools and potential responses to this, such as creating ‘transition’ schools, and (b) the possible separation of Chuuk State from the […]