Using career exploration to give kids hope for the future with Dr. Shannon Putman

About this episode

Barb Flowers interviews Dr. Shannon Putman about using immersive technology to enhance career exploration for students.

In this episode, Barb Flowers speaks with Dr. Shannon Putman. Shannon is owner of Putman XR Consulting, focusing on immersive technology education, training, and support. She was a special education teacher in Jefferson County Public Schools (KY) for 15 years. Hear their conversation about: Using VR for virtual field trips and job shadowing Understanding how virtual reality gives students the real experience of different jobs that are otherwise hard to access (such as working on wind turbines) Connecting with professional mentors through immersive technology Giving students of various backgrounds exposure to a range of careers Giving kids hope about their options for the future Advice for teachers to get familiar with new technology About today’s host Barb Flowers is a certified Life Coach and former Elementary Principal with a PhD in K-12 leadership from Kent State University. She is host of the following podcasts: The Principal’s Handbook — Lessons on communication, time management, overcoming overwhelm, and more, designed to help school leaders become more confident and well-rounded. The Teacher Burnout Podcast — This show explores the complex issue of teacher burnout and…

People in this episode

Host: Barb Flowers

Guest: Dr. Shannon Putman

Topics covered

• career exploration
• virtual reality
• immersive technology
• education
• mentorship
• student engagement

Keywords

• career exploration
• virtual reality
• immersive technology
• education
• mentorship
• student engagement
• job shadowing
• special education
• workforce development

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Putman XR Consulting, Jefferson County Public Schools, Be More Colorful

Places: Fargo, North Dakota, Kent State University

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