Class Dismissed with Dr. K
Class Dismissed with Dr. K is an innovative and solution-focused podcast that redefines how we approach education. Hosted by Dr. Somachi Kachikwu, known as The Learning Transformer, this podcast is dedicated to amplifying the voices of educators in rural communities while exploring the challenges, trends, and innovations shaping education worldwide. Each episode aims to inspire action and foster a solutions-driven mindset among educators, parents, policymakers, and thought leaders.
This podcast isn’t just about highlighting the struggles of rural education—it’s about celebrating resilience and uncovering practical solutions that address the needs of students, teachers, and communities. Dr. Kachikwu’s vision is to elevate the stories of rural educators, ensuring their experiences inform and transform the broader education narrative.
Class Dismissed with Dr. K
Episode 4: Interrupted Learning: Teaching Through Insecurity
In this episode of Class Dismissed, Dr. K sits down with Mr. Pelem, a dedicated teacher in rural Plateau State, Nigeria, to explore how insecurity is disrupting education in his community. Together, they unpack the daily challenges that students and teachers face—school closures, fear, emotional trauma, and learning gaps.
Mr. Pelem shares the creative ways teachers keep students engaged, including storytelling, one-on-one encouragement, and utilizing online platforms like WhatsApp when physical classes are not possible.
The conversation highlights the critical role of community involvement, such as active Parent-Teacher Associations and local security partnerships, in creating safer learning environments.
Listeners will also hear practical suggestions for recovery, like implementing accelerated learning programs, prioritizing foundational skills, and using radio, print, and low-tech tools to reach learners without digital access.
This episode is a powerful reminder of the resilience of teachers and students in crisis-affected regions—and the importance of supporting education not just through policy, but through empathy, creativity, and community action.
Class dismissed—until next time, let’s keep the conversation going!