Better Teaching: Only Stuff That Works

Adopting the Science of Learning Principles as a Central Focus with Lynn Gaffney


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In this episode, host Gene Tavernetti interviews Lynn Gaffney, the Assistant Superintendent for Instruction at Watertown City School District. They discuss strategies for improving test scores, the science of learning, and the importance of instructional practices. Lynn Gaffney discusses the adoption of Science of Learning principles as a central focus for an entire district, aiming to enhance educational outcomes across the board.

Books mentioned in episode:

Jade Pearce: What Every Teacher Needs to Know: How to Embed Evidence Informed Teaching and Learning in Your School

Patrice Bain: Powerful Teaching

Karin Chenoweth: Schools That Succeed

Gene Tavernetti: Teach FAST: Focused Adapatable Structured Teaching

Gene TavernettI: Maximizing the Impact of Coaching Cycles


Programs mentioned:

Spring Math - Amanda VanDerheyden

University of Florida Literacy Institute (UFLI) Foundations - Holly Lane

Effective Teaching - APL Associates Jean Anastacio and David Perry

The Reading League (Syracuse, NY Chapter)

  • (00:00) - Lynn Gaffney
  • (35:07) - Lynn has a question for Gene

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