S12E1: Learning science masterclass with Dr. Robin Sharma

About this episode

Dr. Robin Sharma discusses his journey in learning science and the impact of digital learning environments on education.

In this new episode of DAP, Megh and Vatsal are joined by Dr. Robin Sharma. A friend of the pod, Dr. Sharma is a creator of science-based Digital Learning Environments (DLEs). He studies the effects of such DLEs on academic achievement, attitudes, and acceptance. He has more than seven years of professional experience in Ed.Tech. at international non-profits, the video game industry, and of course, academia. He talks to us about his academic journey that started from a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics to learning science. We also get a quick primer on learning science, DLEs, and what it takes to develop games to aid learning. Join us for an enriching conversation! Recommendations: ​Megh ◦Book: Rebel with a Cause: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/rebel-with-a-clause-ellen-jovin?variant=43095339040802 ◦Movie: Minsara Kanavu “spring mudi” ◦26th Jan parade ◦Boardgames - Through the Ages, John Company, T’zolkin The Mayan Calendar, Indonesia, SplendorRe-recommendation: Pluribus ​Vatsal ◦Movie: Bugonia ​Robin ◦Website: https://chaturbhuj.notion.site/Robin-Sharma-1130d1f78dfe806bb041dd8c97c84bf3 ◦The Mathematical Universe - Max Tegmark ◦Explaining Life through Evolution - Prosanta…

People in this episode

Hosts: Megh, Vatsal

Guest: Dr. Robin Sharma

Topics covered

• learning science
• digital learning environments
• academic achievement
• EdTech
• game development

Keywords

• learning science
• digital learning environments
• academic achievement
• EdTech
• game development

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Desi Academia Podcast

Products: Assassin Creed

Books & works: Rebel with a Cause, Minsara Kanavu, Pluribus, The Mathematical Universe, Explaining Life through Evolution

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