Sold a Story
APM ReportsSold a Story is an investigative podcast about how kids learn — what works in the classroom, the science behind those insights and why that research often doesn’t make it into schools. Season 1 revealed why so many kids are struggling to learn how to read, and it sparked a wave of change across the country. In Season 2, we go beyond reading to look at teaching itself.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 26 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | DocumentarySociety & Culture | |||
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At an experimental preschool in Illinois, Zig Engelmann and his colleagues begin turning his ideas into a classroom teaching method. Along the way, they make a series of discoveries about effective instruction. Their mantra: “If the student hasn’t le... more
In the 1960s, an education outsider named Zig Engelmann begins challenging conventional ideas about what young children can learn. He teaches his 4-year-old twins basic algebra. But he has a hard time getting anyone in education to take him seriously... more
Sold a Story is back with a new season that goes beyond reading. Emily Hanford explores an approach to teaching that's been largely rejected by the education system — despite decades of evidence that it works.
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The New Yorker staff writer David Owen opened a recent piece with a personal story: To hide that she couldn’t read, his niece turned pages when her classmates did. Owen joined Sold a Story host Emily Hanford for a live conversation about his December... more
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- No blame game
The critics of this podcast claim that it places unfair blame on teachers. I had the opposite impression. They claim that it exaggerates how widely used the cuing system was, when in fact it explains why using phonics was less effective when only used supplementally, and gives examples of the many reasons these not just less effective but harmful strategies became more popular. The critics strike me as having reasons to be overly defensive, in ways that feel disrespectful to the honesty of the e... more
Apple Podcasts4ninety6tears
United States18 days ago - FACTS
Open, transparent & insightful. Thank you for the affirmation of science and data over political influence and money.
The state of our education system is criminal.
Apple Podcasts5NesornebUnited States21 days ago - so interesting
i started this show on a whim and was truly amazed by how well researched and well presented it was. i've already told everyone i know that they need to listen - super important for all americans to understand how issues like this arise and are perpetuated in our institutions. it's amazing that emily was able to make a difference through her reporting, thank you emily so much!!
Apple Podcasts5PhoebeeeeesUnited Statesa month ago - Does anyone else find it ironic
that the cohost reads his script with poor fluency? His phrasing is so stilted.
Apple Podcasts4E JamUnited Statesa month ago - Thought Provoking
This podcast explains so so much.…it’s so sad. I’m surprised parents all over are not rising up and demanding action but just allowing these teachers to put their children at such a disadvantage. I cannot imagine a life without the joy of reading. What really is appalling is the evidence…if readings scores are continuously falling wouldn’t that speak to the fact that this method of teaching is failing?
Apple Podcasts512Mo67drUnited States2 months ago
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Spotify | #31 | United States/Trending |
Apple Podcasts | #48 | United States/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #1 | United States/Society & Culture/Documentary |
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Spotify | #44 |  Canada/Trending |
Apple Podcasts | #80 | Canada/Top Podcasts |
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A rigorous investigation into the complexities of reading education, highlighting the gap between scientific literacy research and actual teaching methods in schools. Episodes feature personal narratives and systemic critiques, exploring the historical evolution of reading instruction and the consequences of ineffective teaching methods. The content is driven by powerful testimonials, scrutinizing the impact of educational policies on literacy rates, particularly among underprivileged communities. With a unique blend of personal stories and investigative journalism, the narrative seeks to empower parents, educators, and policymakers to approach literacy education from a more informed perspective, emphasizing the necessity of evidence-based ... more
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