Sep 16, 20261h 11m
In this episode of Abstract we spoke with researchers and leaders from school divisions and state agencies to discuss the implications of artificial intelligence (AI) for teaching, learning, and policy. The discussion...
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Abstract is the podcast of the Metropolitan Educational Research Consortium at Virginia Commonwealth University. We explore issues in public, PK12 education.
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What is Abstract about?
Abstract is the podcast of the Metropolitan Educational Research Consortium at Virginia Commonwealth University. We explore issues in public, PK12 education.
What has Abstract covered recently?
Recent episodes include "AI Implications for Teaching, Learning, and Policy" (16 September 2026, 71 minutes), "Career and Technical Education_ Historical Insights, Current Impacts, and Policy Implications" (6 January 2026, 56 minutes), and "Virginia Literacy Act Expansion: Implications for Middle Schools" (2 December 2025, 36 minutes).
How often does Abstract publish?
Abstract publishes roughly every few months, with episodes averaging 54 minutes across 99 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Abstract?
Booking probability for Abstract is 24%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Abstract requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Abstract's contact route on record: verified email.
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Recent episodes
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Career and Technical Education_ Historical Insights, Current Impacts, and Policy Implications
Jan 6, 202656 minS0In this episode of Abstract we invited leaders of Career and Technical Education (CTE) from MERC school divisions to have a conversation with authors of a MERC research and policy review focused on the history, purpose...
Dec 2, 202536 minS0In this episode of Abstract we spoke with researchers and education leaders in the MERC region about the recent expansion of the Virginia Literacy Act to include middle schools across the Commonwealth. The conversation...
Feb 20, 202550 minS0In this episode we spoke with Kade Goldin (VCU School of Social Work), Maggie Wallace (Washington University in St. Louis), and Shenita Williams (Henrico County Public Schools) about a recent MERC report and dashboard...
Feb 6, 20251h 7mS0In this episode we spoke with Jenna Conlee (Henrico County Public Schools), Andrea Herndon (Hanover County Public Schools), Amy Jefferson (Virginia Commonwealth University), and Tomika Ferguson (Virginia Commonwealth...
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Oct 3, 202448 minS0In this episode of Abstract we spoke with Audra Lancaster (Chesterfield County Public Schools), Thea Racelis (Virginia Commonwealth University), and Meleah Ellison (VCU Institute for Collaborative Research and...
Aug 24, 202452 minS0In this episode of Abstract, we discussed the Virginia Literacy Act with Taylor Snow from Henrico County Public Schools, Jennifer McSweeny from the Virginia Literacy Partnerships at the University of Virginia, and...
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What is the role of out-of-school time providers in urban school systems in a post-COVID context?
Aug 12, 202444 minS0In this episode of Abstract we spoke with Sean Miller (Chief Executive Officer) and Jeanine Turner (Chief Impact Officer) from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Richmond, along with Sidney Gunter (Director of Academic...
Nov 30, 20231h 6mS0In this episode we spoke with Alisha Bazemore (Assistant Director of Innovative Work-Based Learning Initiatives for V-TOP), Ashley Crute (Associate for Innovative Work-Based Learning Initiatives for V-TOP), and Amy...
Oct 3, 202344 minS0In this episode, we spoke with Christina Alga (High School Counselor in Hanover County Public Schools), Alicia Gaston (Founder of Maximizing Character), and Kim Dupre (Virginia Tiered Systems of Supports Coach) about...
Feb 6, 202338 minS0Who gets identified as gifted in elementary school? Who takes Algebra I in middle school? Who takes Advanced Placement classes in high school? In this episode we spoke with Andrea Herndon (Hanover County Public...
Jan 23, 202351 minS0In this episode we spoke with Dr. Julie Ellis (Bridging Communities Regional Career and Technical Center/Governor’s STEM Academy), Dr. Maggie Hartley (The National WWII Museum in New Orleans), Dr. Therese O’Dea (New...
May 26, 20221h 26mS0Among the critical functions of K-12 schools, they are positioned to support the mental health needs of their students, faculty, staff, and families. To discuss how the research on this topic relates to everyday...
May 19, 202243 minS0Authors of a recent systematic literature review discuss their findings related to the mental health impacts of COVID-19 on PK-12 students. Guests include David Naff (MERC Associate Director at Virginia Commonwealth...
Mar 31, 20221h 17mS0This episode pulled together experts from throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia for a discussion about who takes dual enrollment classes in high school. Guests include: Lori Dwyer (Interim Vice President of Academic...
Jan 7, 202251 minS0Featuring Jesse Senechal (MERC Director, VCU SOE), Andrene Castro (Assistant Professor, VCU SOE, Department of Educational Leadership), Adria Hoffman (Anna Lou Schaberg Professor, VCU SOE, Department of Teaching and...
Oct 14, 202147 minS0Jose Alcaine (Director of Research Services, VCU SOE) spoke with Sera Lee (Pharmacy Student at VCU), Paige Elizabeth (Sophomore at VCU), and Sofia Alcaine (Sophomore at CNU) about the future of higher education during...
Oct 8, 202135 minS0Michelle Thompson (Occupational Therapist, Richmond) spoke with Tonya Epps (Elementary Intensive Support Self-Contained Teacher, Richmond), Kathryn Smith (Director of Exceptional Education, Henrico), and Serra De Arment...
Oct 1, 20211 hourS0David Naff (MERC Associate Director, VCU SOE) spoke with Jon Becker (Associate Professor of Educational Leadership, VCU SOE), Matt Caratachea (Coordinator of Technology Integration and Innovation for Goochland), Andrew...
Sep 17, 20211h 6mS0Brian Maltby (Disciplinary Hearing Review Officer in Hanover) spoke with Monica Murray (Principal of John Marshall HS in Richmond), Christopher Martinez (Principal of Patrick Henry HS in Hanover), Robert Lowerre...
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Matthew Stanley
clinical vice president, Behavioral Health Service Line, Richmond Public Schools
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Jon Becker
Associate Professor of Educational Leadership, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Education
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Jeanine Turner
Chief Impact Officer, Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Richmond
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Sean Miller
secondary school leader and educator, The Community Church of Lake Forest & Lake Bluff
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