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The Knowledge Matters Podcast

Knowledge Matters
Reading Comprehension
Education
History Education
Literacy
Elementary Education
Four Question Method
Social Studies Education
The American Revolution
Knowledge Building
Teaching Strategies
Curriculum Design
Writing
Storytelling In Education
Elementary History Instruction
Cognitive Science
Historical Thinking Skills
Storytelling
Science Of Learning
PBS
Cognitive Load Theory

Join the Knowledge Matters Campaign in this thought-provoking and engaging exploration of the vital role of knowledge-building in education. Each season delves into pressing issues, innovative ideas, and transformative solutions. It’s a must-listen for educators, administrators, parents, and anyone with an interest in the evolving landscape of learning.

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Latest Episodes

Kentucky recently announced it is developing a statewide knowledge-building K-8 social studies curriculum. Teachers in the Bluegrass State have already been making the transition to follow the science of reading, to positive effect, but leaders know ... more

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Literacy and history go hand-in-glove. And when educators experience the multiplier effect of evidence-based, knowledge-building instruction in these subjects, they are moved to prioritize instructional time for both. In this episode, host Barbara Da... more

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Social studies is an essential component of literacy, because it allows students to build the knowledge and vocabulary they’ll need to comprehend increasingly complex texts. In this episode, host Kyair Butts is joined by guest Melissa Loftus, a forme... more

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Season 2 of the History Matters Podcast begins with a fascinating conversation between a cognitive scientist and middle-school teacher about the powerful connection between social studies, literacy, and learning.

Today’s guest is Dr. Cynthia Nebel, ... more

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Recent Guests

Dylan Wiliam
Professor emeritus, University College London; educator and researcher on assessment and learning
University College London
Episode: Bonus Episode: Season 3 Reunion with Hosts Natalie Wexler, Dylan Wiliam, and Doug Lemov
Natalie Wexler
Education writer focusing on literacy, cognition, and fairness
Independent education writer / Author
Episode: Bonus Episode: Season 3 Reunion with Hosts Natalie Wexler, Dylan Wiliam, and Doug Lemov
Doug Lemov
Author and founder of Teach Like a Champion; educator and trainer
Teach Like a Champion
Episode: Bonus Episode: Season 3 Reunion with Hosts Natalie Wexler, Dylan Wiliam, and Doug Lemov
Laura Stam
Elementary school teacher from Thermopolis, Wyoming and a Goyen Literacy Fellow
Reading League Wyoming
Episode: Curiosity That Goes Beyond the Classroom | History Matters Podcast
Courtney Dumas
CEO of Edu2020, a professional learning organization supporting teachers in Louisiana
Edu2020
Episode: Building Teachers' Historical Knowledge | History Matters Podcast
Jennifer Lindsey
Fifth-grade teacher at Medway Middle School in Medway, Massachusetts
Medway Middle School
Episode: Massachusetts' Big Move on Elementary History | History Matters Podcast
Ebony McKiver
Former high school social studies teacher and social studies coordinator for the state of Nebraska
Episode: History Can’t Wait Until High School | History Matters Podcast
Angela Barfoot
Elementary school teacher at Highland Elementary School
Wachita Parish Schools
Episode: The Power of Historical Knowledge | History Matters Podcast
Lauren Cascio
Elementary school teacher at Highland Elementary School
Wachita Parish Schools
Episode: The Power of Historical Knowledge | History Matters Podcast

Host

Barbara Davidson
Executive leader focused on knowledge-building and educational standards via the Knowledge Matters Campaign; frequent host discussing curriculum design and history education.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 270 ratings
  • Excellent and insightful, recommended for all educators.

    Thanks, keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Appleiloveyou
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Without Science

    A bunch of anecdotes and case studies which lack science. Reading scores have barely budged and this offers such limited data that this fad will be any different. She doesn’t teach but observes snippets and shares moments. That’s not science

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Ikanteech
    United Statesa year ago
  • Important Content, Better Execution Possible

    The message of the podcast is vital for our teachers and schools. This could have been five stars if more of an objective journalistic/research approach was taken. It felt too much like an ad for the speaker’s book which brings the veracity of the content into question. I still enjoyed it because I know there are other academic who have come to the same conclusion. I just wish the podcast had focused more on a variety of authorities on the topic rather than just the speaker.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    S Escobedo
    United States2 years ago
  • Didn’t clearly make a case

    I have a variety of complaints about this podcast, but I think the most basic one is that it didn’t clearly make a case. It was messy and jumped around a lot. It also assumed a correct answer instead of making an argument and walking the listener through it.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Acpacpacp
    United States2 years ago
  • Depressing, but enlightening. And so important for teachers and parents who want to understand how their school aged children are learning.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    buttfacemagoo
    3 years ago

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Some reviews call for more objective, research-based balance beyond speaker-centric discussions.
Listeners appreciate the focus on knowledge-building and practical classroom strategies.
Many praise the depth, organization, and accessibility for educators and leaders.

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Building Teachers' Historical Knowledge | History Matters Podcast
Q: What gives you hope for the history of social studies instruction?
Courtney expressed hope due to increased recognition of the importance of social studies and how it complements literacy in education.
Building Teachers' Historical Knowledge | History Matters Podcast
Q: How did you get so fevered about history education?
Courtney explained her passion for history education began during her teaching years, especially as she witnessed the impact of pulling struggling students away from social studies.
Massachusetts' Big Move on Elementary History | History Matters Podcast
Q: How are the kids responding to the new curriculum?
Students enjoy sharing their opinions and are excited about learning from multiple perspectives.
Massachusetts' Big Move on Elementary History | History Matters Podcast
Q: What wasn't working before the rollout of Investigating History?
Previous materials were outdated and not developmentally appropriate, leading to disengagement among students.
What Makes Great Elementary History Curriculum | History Matters Podcast
Q: So, what has surprised you about how teachers have responded to Bayou Bridges?
The overwhelming goodwill from Louisiana teachers towards Bayou Bridges, showing appreciation for its engaging and structured approach to teaching history, has been a pleasant surprise for Sean.

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What is The Knowledge Matters Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A knowledge-building focused program that centers on how evidence-based approaches to curriculum, instruction, and cognitive science translate into classroom practice. Across recent episodes, listeners are exposed to practical implementations of retrieval, interleaving, and explicit writing strategies, along with substantial discussion on the role of content knowledge in reading comprehension and history education. The show frequently features leading education researchers, teachers, and curriculum developers who connect theory to real-world classroom results, with a strong emphasis on scalable, cross-disciplinary learning and literacy development. Notable throughlines include the balance between content knowledge and instructional strategi... more

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1. Dylan Wiliam
2. Natalie Wexler
3. Doug Lemov
4. Laura Stam
5. Courtney Dumas
6. Jennifer Lindsey
7. Ebony McKiver
8. Angela Barfoot

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