Movies and Education | Season 2 Episode 10

The Educational Currency Podcast

Movies and Education | Season 2 Episode 10

Life Lessons from the Silver Screen

In this episode of Educational Currency, we explore the captivating world of cinema and discuss how movies can be powerful tools for learning. Join Rob, Chris, and Kate as they discuss their favourite films that have inspired, challenged, and entertained them.

From the inspiring journey of a young mathematician in Stand and Deliver to the magical world of a gifted child in Matilda, we’ll uncover the hidden educational value in these cinematic gems. We’ll also explore the mind-bending complexities of science in Interstellar and the coming-of-age struggles in Looking for Alibrandi.

So, whether you’re a student, a teacher, or simply a movie lover, tune in to discover how these films can spark your imagination and deepen your understanding of the world.

This is the final episode for season 2 – we will be back with season 3 in the near future!

Christopher Kalodikis and Robert Naumoski have over 20 years of teaching experience. Chris teaches Computing and is the founder of Maximum Education. Rob teaches Mathematics and is the founder of The Coaching College and owner of Ultimate Defence Academy. Kate Pentecost has worked in museums for over 12 years across collection management, digital outreach and collections, and curatorial. She is also an English tutor at the Coaching College and the producer of The Educational Currency Podcast.

Timestamps

02:41 Stand and Deliver (1988)

11:21 Matilda (1996)

18:13 Good Will Hunting (1997)

20:52 The Breakfast Club (1985)

22:22 Oppenheimer (2023)

29:25 Mean Girls (2004)

36:50 Looking for Alibrandi (2004)

40:20 Interstellar (2014)

47:00 Pan’s Labyrinth (2006)

52:36 Kindergarten Cop (1990)