#1703: A Lab for Learning Differences and a School for Aspiring Emcees| The Best of Our Knowledge

By Lucas Willard,

Christian Hince, Jody Cowan, Pat Bradley

Published May 12, 2023 at 3:00 PM EDT

Sticky notes with suggestions for the Mercer XLab at RPI

On this episode of the Best of Our Knowledge: a new lab at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute seeks to accommodate students with different styles of learning; an online school based in the Bronx is graduating hip hop lyricists; and the Vermont State University system is reversing a plan to remove books from shelves and create digital libraries.

The Best Of Our Knowledge

Lucas Willard

Lucas Willard is a news reporter and host at WAMC Northeast Public Radio, which he joined in 2011. He produces and hosts The Best of Our Knowledge and WAMC Listening Party.

See stories by Lucas Willard

Christian Hince

See stories by Christian Hince

Jody Cowan

One of the newest additions to the WAMC team, Jody Cowan has a naturally curious approach to media production and strong passion for story telling. Jody's work is currently showcased on the shows 51% and The Best of Our Knowledge.

See stories by Jody Cowan

Pat Bradley

See stories by Pat Bradley