Innovative Pedagogy Podcast

Join us as we explore the greatest and most influential minds in academia, delving into cutting-edge topics and trends shaping the future of learning and discovery. From AI and Esports to pedagogy and current research, we'll uncover insights that empower learners to enhance their craft and stay ahead. Discover emerging learning trends, career opportunities for students, and strategies to thrive in an ever-evolving world.

Innovative Pedagogy Podcast is a education podcast hosted by Chris Garcia, with 32 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Chris Garcia hosts Innovative Pedagogy Podcast, a education show with 32 episodes published.

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  Opening Doors: Leadership, Trust, and What Innovative School Leaders Have in Common

  Jul 15, 202656 min

  Jacob Kantor, founder of JK K12 and known as the "District Office Door Opener," has spent his career connecting district leaders, educators, and ed-tech innovators across the country. In this episode, he joins host Chris Garcia to share what he's learned from thousands of conversations with superintendents and CIOs: the traits that set innovative leaders apart, why trust matters more than technology, red flags to watch for in new partnerships, and what's next for district-level leadership.

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  Leading the Field: Relationships, Partnerships, and Purposeful Digital Leadership

  Jun 10, 202637 min

  In this episode of the Innovative Pedagogy Podcast, Chris Garcia sits down with Rob Dickson, Chief Information Officer for Wichita Public Schools, to discuss relationships, partnerships, and purposeful digital leadership. Rob shares how trust and collaboration shape meaningful work in educational technology, especially when leading teams, evaluating opportunities, and navigating digital transformation. This conversation highlights why strong relationships are not separate from leadership. They are part of the infrastructure that makes lasting impact possible. Learn more about Rob at https://showmerob.com/ Listen on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your preferred podcast platform.

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  From Coach to System Leader: Leadership Lessons in Emotional Intelligence and School Culture with Dr. Daniel Winters

  Mar 18, 202635 min

  In this episode of the Innovative Pedagogy Podcast, Chris Garcia speaks with Dr. Daniel Winters, Director of Research, Evaluation, and Educational Technology at Sweetwater Union High School District. Dr. Winters reflects on his leadership journey from his early years as a coach to roles as a school administrator, district director, and assistant superintendent. The conversation explores lessons from his first year coaching, the realities of opening a new school, and how emotional intelligence shapes leadership decisions over time. Drawing from decades of experience, Dr. Winters shares practical insights on building school culture, leading adults, and developing the self-awareness required to sustain leadership in education.

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  Leading the Field: Leadership, AR/VR, and the Future of Learning with Laura Spencer

  Feb 11, 202647 minS5

  In this episode of the Innovative Pedagogy Podcast , host Chris Garcia is joined by Laura K. Spencer , Chief Academic Officer at Elite Academic Academy and former President of CALIE through CUE. This conversation explores leadership beyond a single organization. Dr. Spencer reflects on what it means to shape vision, culture, and responsibility at the field level through professional organizations. She shares how leaders can pursue innovation without chasing trends, particularly in emerging areas like AR, VR, and AI-supported learning. Together, they examine when immersive technologies add real instructional value, how leaders can establish ethical guardrails around new tools, and what professional organizations can do to support thoughtful, human-centered decision-making. The episode also addresses leadership sustainability and the importance of boundaries when contributing at scale. This episode is for educational leaders who want to influence the future of learning with purpose, equity, and clarity.

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  Leading Innovation with Purpose: Digital Citizenship, AI, and Sustainable EdTech with Lolita Rico

  Jan 12, 202632 minS6

  In this episode of the Innovative Pedagogy Leadership Series, Chris Garcia speaks with Lolita Rico, Coordinator of Innovation at Chula Vista Elementary School District.Lolita shares how digital citizenship has evolved from a set of online safety lessons into a core foundation for student identity, wellness, and agency. She discusses how leaders can approach artificial intelligence as a thought partner that supports teacher efficiency and inclusive design, while maintaining strong instructional relationships.The conversation also explores what makes professional learning meaningful, how leaders avoid initiative fatigue, and how innovation, VAPA, and instructional quality can work together to maximize student impact.🔗 ConnectLolita Rico: LinkedIn Chris Garcia: cbgarcia@sandiego.eduWebsite: https://garciaedtech.com

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