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Progressively Incorrect

Zach Groshell
Direct Instruction
Instructional Coaching
Education
Explicit Instruction
Professional Development
Cognitive Load Theory
Math Education
Cognitive Science
Project Follow Through
Science Of Reading
Teacher Training
Literacy
Teaching Strategies
Structured Literacy
Teaching Practices
Retrieval Practice
Learning Science
Traditional Math
Evidence-Based Practices
The Room Where It Happened

Welcome to Progressively Incorrect, a podcast about the teacher-centered and the student-centered, the traditional and the progressive, in education. Hosted by Dr. Zach Groshell on educationrickshaw.com

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I’m thrilled to be sharing this special episode with you, the Season 5 Finale of Progressively Incorrect.I’m joined by Dr. Anita Archer, one of the most influential voices in explicit instruction and effective teaching. For decades, Anita has helped ... more

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Welcome back to Progressively Incorrect. I’m your host, Zach Groshell. In this episode, I’m joined by Sean Morrisey, creator of the Word Mapping Project, for a conversation about how students learn words—not just as spellings to memorize or definitio... more

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Welcome back to Progressively Incorrect. I’m your host, Zach Groshell. I’ve always been fascinated by what teaching looks like in remote and challenging contexts. That interest goes back to my own time working in places like Sudan, where the namesake... more

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Welcome back to Progressively Incorrect. I’m your host, Zach Groshell. Education is filled with myths. Some are harmless. Others shape curriculum, teacher training, intervention programs, and the lives of students for decades before anyone seriously ... more

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Katharine Beals
Expert on education research and autism
Episode: S5E31: Katharine Beals on Facilitated Communication and Educational Pseudoscience
Sarah Oberle
First-grade teacher and co-author of the K3 executive functions book
Author, Executive Functions for Every K3 Classroom
Episode: S5E30: Sarah Oberle and Mitch Weathers on Executive Functions for K-3 Classrooms
Mitch Weathers
Former ninth-grade science teacher; founder of Organized Binder
Author; Organized Binder
Episode: S5E30: Sarah Oberle and Mitch Weathers on Executive Functions for K-3 Classrooms
Owen Engelmann
Expert on Direct Instruction field testing and development
Engelmann Becker Corporation
Episode: S5E29: Owen Engelmann on Field Testing Direct Instruction Programs
AJ Pettway
Instructional coach and education consultant
Open Windows Learning
Episode: S5E28: AJ Pettway on “Student-Centered Learning,” Instructional Coaching, and School Leadership
Matt Bateman
PhD; philosopher; education startup founder; working on Montessori initiatives
Alpha School; Montessorium
Episode: S5E27: Matt Bateman and Laura Mazer set the record straight on Montessori
Laura Mazer
Former surgeon and medical educator; Montessori educator
Guidepost Montessori; Alpha School Network
Episode: S5E27: Matt Bateman and Laura Mazer set the record straight on Montessori
Steve Robinson
Head of PE at a school in St. Helens, UK; knowledge-rich PE advocate
Hope School, St. Helens (UK)
Episode: S5E26: Ste Robinson on Mastery-Based, Knowledge-Rich PE
Jamey Peavler
Expert on literacy instruction and MTSS
Mount St. Joseph University, Graduate Reading Science Program
Episode: S5E25: Jamey Peavler on Access vs. Exposure and Constrained vs. Unconstrained Skills

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Zach Groshell
Host of Progressively Incorrect; provides educational leadership and narrative guiding conversations with researchers and practitioners.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 117 ratings
  • I keep learning

    I'm no longer a professional educator, but I'm a parent. I keep learning interesting tidbits that encourage me about the progress we're making in educating kids. I have high hopes for the future because of the work of dedicated professionals like Zach.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TowardMyriel
    United States10 months ago
  • Excellent podcast for educators

    All teachers will benefit from hearing Zach’s wisdom and the knowledge of his guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Appleiloveyou
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • extremely good podcast!

    Love every episode! so helpful as a mathematics teacher

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    emersongaglardi
    Canadaa year ago
  • Compelling, even from the other side

    I’m (mostly) on the other side of the math-teaching spectrum from Zach, but I listen to every episode. The ideas are laid out clearly and the guests are super experienced. Even when I think they’re getting things wrong, I can’t argue with the quality of the conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mike @ Montreal
    Canada2 years ago
  • Literal Fountain of Educational Information

    Zach’s podcast is the perfect balance of fascinating insights and companionable presentation. He has opened my eyes to so much of the Science of Learning with brilliant researchers sharing their work in-person. His Direct Instruction foray was mind-blowing and opened up huge areas of interest for me. My biggest problem is keeping up with the life-changing insights - I almost always want to buy a book after listening to him and his guests and they never fail to disappoint. If you are a teacher or... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ALR-SK
    United States2 years ago

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Some listeners wish for more concrete classroom examples and less theoretical framing.
Editors note strong alignment with evidence-based approaches and thoughtful guest selection.
Many highlight the host's ability to connect research to real-world teaching.
Listeners appreciate the practical, research-grounded discussions and actionable classroom takeaways.

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S5E28: AJ Pettway on “Student-Centered Learning,” Instructional Coaching, and School Leadership
Q: How can someone contact you to explore working together?
AJ provides multiple contact points: his website, a Twitter handle, and an email address for Open Windows Learning, inviting schools to collaborate on coaching and PD systems.
S5E28: AJ Pettway on “Student-Centered Learning,” Instructional Coaching, and School Leadership
Q: How can schools practically implement a coherent coaching program and involve leaders in the process?
He advocates for a clear, evidence-based vision of instruction, a narrowed set of focus areas (e.g., retrieval practice), scripted rehearsals, and regular coaching that connects PD to classroom practice while involving school leaders at the learning stage.
S5E28: AJ Pettway on “Student-Centered Learning,” Instructional Coaching, and School Leadership
Q: When does it become apparent that it's time to apply what you've learned in a curriculum or sequence of lessons?
AJ outlines a progression: build acquisition, then fluency, then generalization; only after a strong base of knowledge should inquiry be integrated to deepen understanding and apply concepts in new contexts.
S5E28: AJ Pettway on “Student-Centered Learning,” Instructional Coaching, and School Leadership
Q: Let's start with this. How are you doing, AJ, and could you introduce yourself to the audience?
AJ describes his transition from traditional coaching roles to instructional coaching and education consulting, emphasizing his 20+ years in education and his focus on helping schools implement explicit instruction and evidence-based practices.
S5E23: Richard Wheadon on Teaching Learning Habits and Returning to the Classroom
Q: Can you summarize the key routines you advocate for in the classroom and why they matter?
Key routines such as call-and-response and check-for-listening create early success, build student engagement, and provide a platform for deeper learning; they are not one-off tricks but sustained practices that can be embedded over years to support expert learning.

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What is Progressively Incorrect about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on the practical and theoretical sides of education, drawing from a steady stream of guest experts to explore how cognitive science, explicit instruction, and classroom routines translate into real classrooms. Episodes frequently contrast traditional and progressive approaches, examine evidence-based practices, and surface concrete strategies for teachers, school leaders, and coaches. A notable strength is the breadth of guest backgrounds—from researchers and curriculum designers to classroom practitioners and school leaders—paired with a clear emphasis on actionable takeaways and classroom impact. The show's unique angle may appeal to listeners who value rigorous discussion grounded in practical implementation, as well as... more

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