Knock, knock, Neo. Think Agents are a thing of the future? Look again at the iconic movie, The Matrix—they've been hiding in plain sight. In the first episode of 2025, hosts Ron Tolido, Weiwei Feng, and Robert Engels venture down the digital rabbit hole of Virtual Twins with Morgan Zimmerman, CEO of NETVIBES at Dassault Systèmes. It’s a fascinating world where physical science meets data science, a world of both red and blue pills. Virtual Twins take the concept of Digital Twins to the next level, transforming static representations of products, devices, and systems into living, breathing "Dream Theaters" of simulations, predictions, and what-if scenarios. Fueled by AI and immersive technology, they don’t just capture life—they reimagine it. But what happens when Virtual Twins evolve to encompass entire organizations and industries? Imagine bending not just spoons, but entire realities. The Matrix has you—are you ready to see how deep the twin-powered innovation goes? You're in The Matrix ! Tune into our latest Data-powered Innovation Jam podcast episode now! Timestamps: 00:35 – Ron and Robert dive into the iconic world of The Matrix , drawing parallels to digital innovation. 04:55 – Morgan shares insights into Dassault Systèmes' legacy and the evolution of Virtual Twins. 10:00 – Exploring the connection between ontologies and their applications in the real world. 20:03 – How Digital Twins, Virtual Twins, and the Metaverse are transforming real-world use cases. 36:15 – Redefining interaction with the digital world in ways that feel natural yet futuristic. Connect with our guest Morgan Zimmermann and our hosts Ron Tolido , Robert Engels , and Weiwei Feng on LinkedIn.…
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Join the Academy for conversations with some of the world’s biggest thought leaders in education. We will also showcase the thoughts and reflections of teachers and school leaders from across Victoria. Find out more about our programs. https://www.academy.vic.gov.au/professional-learning
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Teacher tales: career journey and insights
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2022 Teaching Excellence Program (TEP) alumni Jay Chew (Al-Taqwa College), Ben Jones (Bendigo South East 7-10 Secondary College) and Kendall Aglinskas (Assumption College) dive deep into their teaching journeys. They candidly discuss personal stories, from unconventional relationships with school as students, to discovering a profound sense of belo…
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Removing the barriers of disadvantage – education and health partnerships
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Leadership Excellence Division 2023 Principal in Residence Greg Lacey is joined by principal Andrew Schneider and paediatrician Vanessa Gabriel to discuss the barriers disadvantaged communities face in accessing quality healthcare. They also delve into an innovative program in schools on the Mornington Peninsula, that works to remove those barriers…
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Teacher tales: the art and joy of teaching literacy (with a regional focus)
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In this episode Carol Hodgson (Department of Education, regional) and 2022 Teaching Excellence Program (TEP) alumni Melissa Pavey from South Street Primary School in Moe and Cathy Buchanan-Hagen from Hamlyn Banks Primary School in Geelong discuss all things literacy, education and mentor texts. They dive deep into effective use of mentor texts to c…
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Teacher tales: debunking the myths about teaching gifted students
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Join TEP alumni Kimberly Silva (Mount Rowan Secondary College) and Dr Christine Lambrianidis (Suzanne Cory High School) as they tackle myths about gifted students in the classroom. Recorded before the 2023 Year 12 exams, this episode aims to dismantle misconceptions and problematic stereotypes of gifted students that extend beyond the classroom and…
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Leadership excellence - Executive Class Principal experiences, challenges and positive impact
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In this episode, Academy Principal in Residence Justine Smyth is joined by executive class principals Gail Hardman and Prue Pisani who currently work in Differentiated Support School Improvement [DSSI] in the Northwest Victorian Region. Prue Pisani commenced her executive class principal role in a school and recently moved into the DSSI role to sup…
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Instructional Coaching and getting to know Dr Jim Knight
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Hosted by Academy Principal in Residence Simone Eirth, this episode delves into all things instructional coaching with internationally recognised thought leader Dr Jim Knight. This is a great episode for principals, assistant principals and aspiring school leaders as it provides practical strategies and insights into supporting and empowering educa…
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Viviane Robinson and the Academy Leadership Excellence Framework
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Academy Principals in Residence, Kendra and Simone, have been working on embedding the Academy Leadership Excellence Framework (ALEF) and to develop resources for schools to foster excellence in educational leadership. In our latest podcast episode they are joined by Distinguished Professor Emeritus Viviane Robinson, to discuss the ALEF how it can …
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Autism and inclusion with the ‘I CAN’ network
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Principals in Residence Samantha Jeacle and Justine Mackey are joined by Chris Varney and Rachael Hamilton of the I CAN Network. In this episode, they discuss practical ways educators can support students with autism in the classroom. Chris and Rachael provide insights into how the I CAN Network assists teachers in aiding neurodiverse students and …
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Partnering with parents – how to talk about mathematics with ACER’s Dr Sarah Buckley
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This episode is 3 of 3. Valuing maths positively impacts student learning outcomes and determines whether a student will continue to engage with maths at school and beyond. This episode discusses a particular type of maths – utility value – and the research backed way to improve it. Hosted by Teaching Excellence Program Master Teacher Ben Allen wit…
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Improving student perceptions of maths: the importance of personal connection with ACER’s Dr Sarah Buckley
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This episode is 2 of 3. Valuing maths positively impacts student learning outcomes and determines whether a student will continue to engage with maths at school and beyond. This episode is hosted by Teaching Excellence Program Master Teacher Emma Moore and features Dr Sarah Buckley from the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER). This e…
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Maths anxiety – how to support secondary students with ACER’s Dr Sarah Buckley
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This is episode 1 of 3. Maths anxiety is an emotion experienced by students all over Australia and can significantly impact learning. Hosted by Head of Mathematics at Albert Park College and Teaching Excellence Program (TEP) Alumni Rachael Gore, this episode will discuss a model for understanding Maths anxiety and strategies for addressing causes a…
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Leading from the middle
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Attention all school ‘middle leaders’! Hosted by 2023 Academy Principal in Residence Greg Lacey, this episode features EC by Go1 CEO Dave Faulkner and learning designer and facilitator Glenn Solomons. In this episode Greg, Dave and Glenn cover all things middle leadership and the impact they can have as “the engine room of change in schools”. Meet …
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Dr Judy Willis on the neuroscience of learning and implications for teaching
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Teaching Excellence Program Master Teachers Lorena Pellone-Gismondi and Francés Braithwaite are joined by neurologist, former teacher and change maker Dr Judy Willis to discuss the connections between neuroscience, teaching and learning. This is a great episode for teachers of all year levels looking for practical strategies they can apply within t…
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Student Engagement with Yong Zhao
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This episode was originally recorded as a live webinar. While the audio quality may not be what you're used to on our channel we know the ideas raised will help challenge and advance educator understanding. Join Principal in Residence Kendra Parker and international thought leader Professor Yong Zhao to better understand and support student engagem…
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Dr Gary Stager on unlocking children’s mathematics potential
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With a focus on mathematics, Academy Master Teacher Emma Moore is joined in this podcast by international thought leader, Dr Gary Stager. In this episode they discuss how educators can use technology to create better mathematical thinking and learning experiences for students. This episode also touches on how computers and technology can create val…
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Dr Gary Stager and the new, now, wow in technology
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With a focus on mathematics, Academy Master Teacher Colin Chapman is joined by international thought leader, Dr Gary Stager. This episode delves into the ever-evolving technology and computational environments used to support both student and educator learning. With a focus on practical and engaging project-based numeracy development, this a must-l…
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Dr Gary Stager on artificial intelligence – origins, misconceptions and applications
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With a focus on mathematics and artificial intelligence (AI), Academy Master Teacher Anam Javed is joined by international thought leader, Dr Gary Stager. This episode discusses the mathematical limitations and possibilities of AI in the classroom and the presence of programs such as ChatGPT. Also up for discussion is ‘symbolic programming’, data a…
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Advancing the quality and status of teaching with Professor Eric Mazur and Wyndham Tech School
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Originally recorded as a video/vodcast, in this episode, Professor Eric Mazur (Harvard University), Dr Claire Brown (Director Teaching Excellence Division - Academy), and Gail Bray (former Director of Wyndham Tech School), discuss what it means to advance the quality and status of teaching. Eric discusses the ‘moral obligation’ that educators have …
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Practitioner inquiry with Christopher Hudson and RMIT's Amanda Berry
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2023 Teaching Excellence Program (TEP) Master Teacher, Christopher Hudson, is joined by educational thought leader, Professor Amanda Berry, from RMIT University. In this episode Chris and Amanda delve into the power of teachers engaging in practitioner inquiry, both individually and collectively. They unpack self-study and consider the dispositions…
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12 - Neil Barker defines leadership as a lifelong learning journey
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What are the fundamental skills for successful leadership in education? Neil Barker discusses the value of leaders continuing their own learning journeys, the meaning of true collaboration, and the importance of a clear leadership vision.
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11 - Joanne Quinn unpacks whole-system change
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How can we change our education systems to give young people the skills they need to become global citizens? Joanne Quinn talks about the key drivers for transforming learning to prepare students for the future.
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10 - Baroness Susan Greenfield explores the neuroscience of teaching, learning and digital technology
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How do school leaders get the most out of technology for their teachers and students? Baroness Susan Greenfield knows the brain evolves with every experience. And while technology can be a positive learning tool, its impact on the brain and a young person’s sense of identity still needs further exploration.…
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09 - Dr Barbara Blackburn uses rigour to motivate and engage
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Rigour involves raising expectations and teaching and learning to the highest level. Dr Barbara Blackburn explores the building blocks of motivation and how teachers can implement them in their classroom to create a rigorous learning environment.
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08 - Richard Gerver links leadership, passion and purpose in education
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How can school leaders empower parents, students and staff to create sustained positive change? Richard Gerver talks about creating the conditions for excellence and enthusiasm within school communities.
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07 – Debbie Pushor champions family stories in schools
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Parent engagement is one of the strongest predictors of a child's success in school. But what does it look like in an already busy curriculum? Debbie Pushor explores the high impact teaching strategies of family-centric schools.
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06 – Simon Breakspear says agile schools are self-improving schools
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Change is complex, because people are complex. How can educational leaders adapt and respond through the change journey to achieve their intended impact? Simon Breakspear says it’s all about being agile.
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05 - Viviane Robinson calls for quality conversations
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What does effective system leadership look like for schools in an increasingly collaborative world? And how do leaders build good relationships to tackle the ‘tough stuff’ together? Viviane Robinson talks about being Open to Learning™ to build trust and meaningful improvement in schools.
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04 - Steve Munby celebrates imperfect leadership
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It’s not paint-by-numbers, and there’s no rule book – so how do we lead ourselves and others to make the biggest difference in our schools? Steve Munby talks about power and love and the strength of imperfect leadership.
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03 - Kathryn Parker Boudett sees beauty in using data wisely
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How do we harness the power of data to increase equity in education? Kathy Parker Boudett talks about Data Wise, and helping people to work together to seek the truth through evidence.
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02 - Valerie Hannon says we need to question what learning is for
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We live in a time of unprecedented change, and thought leader and innovator Valerie Hannon believes our education systems are lagging behind. What future are we preparing our young people for, and how do we lead the transformation necessary for them to thrive?
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01 - Tony Mackay knows the power of networks and partnerships
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Global educational influencer Tony Mackay talks about the importance of collaboration in driving the ‘good work’ of change. How do we connect with others to do that work collectively?
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