Charleston Welcomes ‘Teachable Moments’ Radio Segment
Charleston, South Carolina, April 09, 2024 – South Carolina Public Radio (SC Public Radio) and the College of Charleston have joined forces to introduce a new radio segment designed to provide valuable insights for students and parents. The one-minute segment, ‘Teachable Moments,’ hosted by Dr. Rénard Harris from the College of Charleston, will premiere on April 12, 2024.
Insightful Education Discussions
‘Teachable Moments’ aims to address a wide range of educational issues, including the impact of cellphones in classrooms, homework management, mental health awareness, and childhood obesity. Each episode will offer concise yet comprehensive explorations of these pressing topics, providing practical tips for academic success and promoting overall well-being.
Meet Dr. Rénard Harris
Dr. Rénard Harris, an Associate Professor of Management at the College of Charleston, is known for his expertise in multicultural education, diversity, equity, and inclusion. With an Ed.D. in teacher education, Dr. Harris is committed to bridging the gap between educators, parents, and students to create a collaborative learning environment.
Community Engagement and Education
The collaboration between SC Public Radio and the College of Charleston reflects a shared vision of fostering community engagement and advancing educational initiatives. By airing during Morning Edition and All Things Considered, ‘Teachable Moments’ will reach a wide audience, providing valuable perspectives and evidence-based solutions for navigating the challenges of modern education.
Quotes
“SC Public Radio is excited to unveil this collaboration with the College of Charleston. Teachable Moments represents a step forward in our efforts to elevate educational discourse and empower our community with valuable insights. Through engaging discussions and thought-provoking content, we aim to ignite a passion for learning and foster meaningful connections between educators, parents, and students.” – SCETV President and CEO Adrienne Fairwell
“The College of Charleston is excited to work with SCETV, a fellow state agency that provides a great service to the people of South Carolina. This new partnership provides a wonderful opportunity for our university to share timely and helpful content to SCETV listeners and puts a spotlight on what we, as an institution, do best: teach.” – College of Charleston President Dr. Andrew Hsu
Exciting Times Ahead
As ‘Teachable Moments’ makes its debut on SC Public Radio, the Charleston community can look forward to insightful discussions, practical tips, and engaging content aimed at enhancing the educational experience for all. With Dr. Rénard Harris at the helm, this radio segment promises to spark meaningful conversations and inspire lifelong learning.
