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Better Teaching: Only Stuff That Works

Gene Tavernetti
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Descriptions of effective teaching often depict an idealized form of "perfect" instruction. Yet, pursuing perfection in teaching, which depends on children's behavior, is ultimately futile. To be effective, lessons and educators need to operate with about 75% efficiency. The remaining 25% can be impactful, but expecting it in every lesson, every day, is unrealistic. Perfection in teaching may be u... more

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In this episode, Gene interviews Blake Harvard, Blake discussed his new book: Do I Have Your Attention: Understanding Memory Constraints and Maximizing Learning and what he teaches his students about learning.

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Rod made the move back to the classroom after years as a leadership and instructional coach. In this episode, he reflects on the surprises of returning to teaching—and how his experiences beyond the classroom shaped his transition. We talk specifical... more

Weston Kieschnick and I discuss teaching, coaching, leadership, relationship building, parenting, and the heavy burden of being funniest person in his family. This was a fun conversation with a great educator and a great guy.

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Dave McAlinden is an instructional designer at Columbia University’s School of Professional Studies. In this episode, we start by clarifying a question many educators have: What does an instructional designer actually do? If you’ve ever taken an onli... more

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Recent Guests

Rod Naquin
Secondary English Language Arts Teacher and Doctoral Candidate focused on the Science of Dialogue
University of Louisiana
Episode: The Surprises of Returning to Teaching with Rod Naquin
Weston Kieschnick
Award-winning educator, bestselling author, speaker, and coach
Teaching Keating
Episode: Building Trust, Attention, and Engagement in the Classroom with Weston Kieschnick
Dave McLendon
An instructional designer and instructional media director at Columbia University School of Professional Studies
Columbia University
Episode: The Impact of Instructional Design with Dave McAlinden
Lauren Brown
An experienced history educator and consultant focusing on the importance of social studies.
Episode: Teaching History Honestly with Lauren Brown
Dr. Carl Hendrick
Professor of Learning Science at Academica University of Applied Sciences in Amsterdam and author of How Learning Happens
Academica University of Applied Sciences
Episode: From the Archives: The Importance of Knowing How Students Learn with Dr. Carl Hendrick
Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath
Neuroscientist and educator specializing in human learning and brain development, author of six books on learning science.
LME Global
Episode: Digital Delusion with Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath
Karen Vaites
An education entrepreneur and national advocate for high quality curriculum literacy and math instruction
Curriculum Insight Project
Episode: Lessons from the Southern Surge with Karen Vaites
Josie Wozniak
Former elementary teacher, currently teaching middle school, specializing in ELA, history, and theater arts, passionate about educational technology.
We Will Write
Episode: Making Writing Instruction a Priority with Josie Wozniak & Kimberly Voge
Kimberly Boey
Instructional leader with over 30 years of experience as a teacher and coach, passionate about aligning technology with learning goals and advocating for EDU protocols.
Episode: Making Writing Instruction a Priority with Josie Wozniak & Kimberly Voge

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Gene Tavernetti
Host of discussions centered around practical teaching strategies and effective instructional practices, emphasizing a realistic approach to teaching that seeks continuous improvement rather than perfection.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Gene Knows His Stuff!

    I’ve worked with Gene now in multiple educational settings as a school and district administrator, and I can say without a doubt that Gene knows what he’s talking about! TESS and his FAST teaching framework provide teachers with the actual “how to” of effective first instruction lesson design. Either through his easy to read and use books, or his in-person staff trainings, Gene can enhance the effectiveness of any teacher who truly has the desire to improve their craft! These podcasts reflect ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WillAleriGabby
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great STuff

    Great show. Unlike most educelebrities, Gene shares stuff that actually works.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tehjunction
    United States2 years ago
  • Helpful Guidance for Teachers

    I enjoyed listening to the Gene Tavernetti podcast. It was easy to understand, and I appreciated this common-sense approach to good teaching. The podcast shared a number of relevant considerations and important take-aways. It discussed the relationship between technology-based activities and proven teaching practices. One of the most helpful examples included a description of a cyber sandwich (from eduprotocol) which incorporates technology into think-pair-share. The podcast also stressed the im... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GD, Ed.D.
    United States2 years ago
  • Interesting and Informative!

    Dr. Tavernetti shares information to educators, coaches, and administrators that is both helpful and realistic! Good stuff!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GSkarr
    United States2 years ago
  • Looking forward to more

    Dr. Tavernetti provides us with a good conversational approach. His questions and their follow-ups are insightful and interesting. He and his guests really do bring their good stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Twiss54
    United States2 years ago

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Many find the insights provided by experienced educators to be both relevant and realistic, making it applicable in their classrooms.
Listeners appreciate the practical and actionable nature of the advice shared, highlighting that it cuts through theoretical noise.
Overall, the podcast is viewed as a valuable professional development resource that educators trust to help improve their teaching skills.
The conversational format is noted for fostering engaging discussions that resonate well with teachers' everyday challenges.

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Teaching History Honestly with Lauren Brown
Q: How do you think about teaching the Constitution to seventh graders?
It has to evolve, and students are capable of understanding its principles without rote memorization.
Teaching History Honestly with Lauren Brown
Q: Is it possible to teach history without any controversy or bias at all?
No, history inherently includes controversies, and it's the controversy that makes it exciting and interesting.
Self-Directed Professional Development with Joe Finch
Q: What advice would you have for teachers having opportunities to have a coach?
Ask as many questions as you can and be open to growing your practice.
From the Archives: The Science of Reading with Linda Rhyne
Q: What are the biggest obstacles that instructional coaches face?
Linda mentions that coaches need to focus on collecting evidence rather than making judgments in classroom visits, which can enhance their feedback and foster a supportive environment for teachers.
From the Archives: The Science of Reading with Linda Rhyne
Q: Did you have to go back to teachers and say, oops, never mind?
Linda explains that during her transition to a district-level position, she supported literacy facilitators and emphasized the shared responsibility of learning and adapting practices based on new research, recognizing previous efforts were made with the best intentions.

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Targeting educators and instructional leaders, this podcast focuses on practical teaching strategies that are designed to improve classroom effectiveness without the unrealistic expectation of achieving perfection. The discussions often revolve around actionable insights from experts in various fields of education, addressing topics ranging from instructional design and online learning to literacy strategies and professional development. This conversational format often includes interviews with experienced educators and thought leaders who share their perspectives on improving teaching methodologies and curriculum implementation, making it a valuable resource for teachers looking to enhance their practices while navigating the complexities ... more

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6. Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath
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