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Better Teaching: Only Stuff That Works

Gene Tavernetti
Instructional Coaching
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Mathematics Education
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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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Al Borges has coached football at the highest levels of the college game. In this episode, he talks about how great coaching is really just great teaching. You’ll hear familiar ideas—like managing cognitive load, respecting the learning hierarchy, an... more

After recently retiring from Frederick County Public Schools, where she played a key role in advancing evidence-based instruction, Meg Lee has joined forces with her longtime friend and colleague, Dr. Jim Heal, to launch Learning Science Partners. Th... more

Kent Wetzel and I dive into some of the nitty-gritty of implementing the Science of Learning in a large school district.

The district made deliberate choices to avoid the pitfalls that had undermined past initiatives. Thanks to proactive steps taken... more

Vida John is a math coach who helps students prepare for math competitions. I was excited to chat with Vida because the entire world of math competitions is new to me.

Vida discusses how math competitions can benefit all students regardless of grade... more

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Recent Guests

Kent Wetzel
Teacher specialist for Leadership and Organizational Development at Frederick County Public Schools and Adjunct Education Professor at Hood College.
Frederick County Public Schools / Hood College
Episode: Implementing the Science of Learning in a Large School District with Kent Wetzel
Vida John
Math tutor helping students prepare for math contests like AMC.
Episode: The World of Math Competitions with Vida John
Sarah Oberle
A seasoned educator, researcher, and presenter with extensive experience in primary education
Education Consultant
Episode: From the Archives: The Wider Implementation of the Science of Learning with Dr. Sarah Oberle
Ed Cabrera
Retired educator with 38 years of experience in teaching social sciences and history.
Atascadero High School
Episode: Leading Passionate Classroom Discussions on Controversial Topics with Ed Cabrera
Dr. Nidhi Sachdeva
Leading Canadian researcher in the science of learning, specializing in educational technology and evidence-informed learning design
Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, University of Toronto
Episode: Disseminating the Science of Learning to All Educators with Dr. Nidhi Sachdeva
Dr. David Griffith
Education researcher and director of research at Fordham Institute
George Washington University, Fordham Institute
Episode: "Equitable” Grading Through the Eyes of the Teacher with Dr. David Griffith
Dr. John Ali
Executive director and founder of John Ali Consulting
John Ali Consulting
Episode: From the Archives: Using Micro Data to Inform Teachers with Dr. Jana Lee
Dr. Olivia Mullins
Founder and executive director of Science Delivered, formerly a neuroscientist
Science Delivered
Episode: Science Delivered with Dr. Olivia Mullins
Laura Patranella
Passionate reading teacher with 11 years of teaching experience specializing in at-risk student populations.
Episode: Building Confident Readers with Laura Patranella

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Gene Tavernetti
Host of the podcast, focused on practical and effective teaching strategies for educators.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 31 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 Statesa year 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 Statesa year 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 Statesa year 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 Statesa year ago

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The podcast is recognized for its engaging discussions and useful, actionable strategies that can be applied in classroom settings.
Listeners appreciate the variety of expert guests and the diversity of topics covered, which keeps the content fresh and relevant.
Many comments highlight Gene's expertise and ability to simplify complex teaching methodologies, making them accessible to educators.
Overall, feedback is overwhelmingly positive, indicating a strong alignment with educators' needs for improvement and engagement.
Listeners praise the practical, no-nonsense approach to teaching that emphasizes real-world application over idealism.

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The World of Math Competitions with Vida John
Q: What should teachers do with respect to math contests?
Teachers should ensure that all students are exposed to math problems regularly to foster a growth mindset and develop problem-solving skills.
The World of Math Competitions with Vida John
Q: Who are the typical students that you work with?
The students are usually above average but come from a range of backgrounds as long as they show enthusiasm for learning.
The World of Math Competitions with Vida John
Q: What are math contests?
Math contests are structured competitions that typically involve a series of varied problems to challenge students' mathematical understanding.
From the Archives: The Wider Implementation of the Science of Learning with Dr. Sarah Oberle
Q: What do you wish for when it comes to the dissemination of knowledge in education?
I wish that the knowledge about the science of learning could be included in pre and in-service teacher education to enhance their understanding and enable better decision-making.
From the Archives: The Wider Implementation of the Science of Learning with Dr. Sarah Oberle
Q: What changes have you made in your classroom practices after learning about the science of learning?
I have simplified my classroom design and minimized distractions by ensuring surfaces are clear and supplies are put away until they are needed.

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1. Kent Wetzel
2. Vida John
3. Sarah Oberle
4. Ed Cabrera
5. Dr. Nidhi Sachdeva
6. Dr. David Griffith
7. Dr. John Ali
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