Transforming Learning through Experiential Education with Marshaunda Dixon
From Teaching and Leading with Dr. Amy and Dr. Joi by Dr. Amy Vujaklija and Dr. Joi Patterson
April 10, 2025 · 38 min · Season 5 · Episode 27
About this episode
The episode discusses the importance of experiential education and the challenges of diversity and support in teaching with guest Marshaunda Dixon.
In this episode, we talk to Ms. Marshaunda Dixon, director of learning initiatives for Renaissance Christian Academy. We discuss the teacher shortage and lack of diversity in education, particularly among African American teachers. We highlight that while students of color are expected to make up 56% of the student population by 2024, only 82% of public school teachers are white. Dixon shares her journey from corporate America to teaching, emphasizing the importance of experiential learning and exposing students to diverse career paths. She discusses the challenges faced by teachers, including the need for support and mental health resources, and the significance of teaching as a calling rather than just a profession.
People in this episode
Hosts: Dr. Amy Vujaklija, Dr. Joi Patterson
Guest: Marshaunda Dixon
Topics covered
- experiential education
- teacher shortage
- diversity in education
- African American teachers
- mental health resources
- career paths
Keywords
- experiential learning
- teacher diversity
- education challenges
- African American educators
- student population
- mental health in education
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Renaissance Christian Academy
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