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Angie Smith Joins Jeremy Wendt To Discuss The Future Of Child Development

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Ever wondered what the future of child developmnet looked like at Tennessee Tech? Jeremy Wendt sits down with Angie Smith, Director of the Child Development Lab at Tennessee Tech, to talk about her journey into education and the moment that sparked it all. With over 20 years in her role, Angie shares how play-based learning, a nature-driven environment, and real-world experience are shaping both young children and future educators. It’s a lighthearted, meaningful conversation about growth, purpose, and the power of teaching.

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