Aroutis Foster of the School of Education was a guest on Drexel University Online’s “Drexel’s 10,000 Hours” podcast.
A new podcast called “Drexel’s 10,000 Hours” from Drexel University Online lets students and outsiders see professors in a whole new light.
Named after the popular Malcolm Gladwell concept that it takes 10,000 hours of practice to gain expertise, the series aims to give faculty an informal, non-academic platform to discuss their work and their lives. The end result is a personal (and often humorous) narrative that connects their research to their identities outside of the classroom, digging into their childhoods, first jobs and hobbies.
The first season features six 20-minute episodes, each focusing on different faculty members. The series is hosted by Maurice Baynard, a research scientist, educator and ed-tech entrepreneur who has taught at Drexel in the past.
The podcast isn’t just a way to help students feel more connected to the faculty, however. It’s also a chance for Drexel to show off a bit.
“Drexel faculty are known worldwide for their excellence and expertise,” says Susan Aldridge, president of Drexel University Online. “With this podcast, they have a platform to talk about their work in a different way and reach an entirely new audience. We hope this also gives those outside of the Drexel community the opportunity to learn from them and engage with subjects they may not have been exposed to before.”
To listen to the first season of “Drexel’s 10,000 Hours,” visit at the10000hours.org.