An Ed Tech podcast that talks about education, technology, and golf. Occasionally throwing in an awesome Dad Joke.
💡 How do we turn classrooms into innovation hubs? Liz Gallo, founder of Whymaker, joins us to share how she’s transforming education by making hands-on, minds-on learning the norm—and how schools can partner with businesses to better prepare students for the future.
In This Episode:
- ✅ How Whymaker helps teachers bring playful, project-based learning to every classroom
✅ The power of school-business partnerships in shaping career-ready students
✅ Real-world workforce development projects that connect education with industry
✅ Why CTE & STEM programs are more than just technical skills—they teach essential workplace skills
✅ How any educator can start collaborating with local businesses today
Game Changing Takeaways
- 💡 Hands-on learning isn’t optional—it’s essential for real-world success.
- 💡 Workplace skills (like collaboration & problem-solving) are just as critical as technical skills.
- 💡 Local businesses WANT to support education—you just need to ask!
Resouces and Links
🌐 Visit Whymaker:Whymaker.com
Check out the NYS Clean Energy for Educators Workshops. Sign up for one near you!!!
📢 Follow Liz & Whymaker: @Whymaker on all social platforms
🎯 Your Challenge:
What’s one way you can bring real-world industry connections into your classroom? 💬 Tag us with #TechEdClubhouse & share your ideas!
