Marcie Samayoa is a high school science teacher from Los Angeles, CA with nearly a decade of classroom experience. She is very passionate about bringing evidence-based practices into the classroom.

Through her blog, Scientists in the Making, she shares practical strategies that integrate the science of learning with science instruction. She recently presented at ResearchEd New York, and will be presenting at RearchED Denver in September.

X: Ms. Sam (@sciinthemaking) / X

Blog:  http://www.scientistsinthemaking.com

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In this episode, I sit down with education reformer Robert Pondiscio and make an unsuccessful attempt to convince him that we should be the Butch Cassidy and Sundance Kid of education reform. Evidently, he has plenty ideas of his own.

X: Robert Pondiscio (@rpondiscio) / X

Email: [email protected]

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Kyair Butts, Baltimore City Public Schools Teacher of the Year, discusses improving literacy in the middle grades and a successful low-cost professional development program that teachers enjoyed and employed.

Follow Kyair and his students in action at on:

X: @kyairb 

Instagram: @MrK_bcpss

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Mike Schmoker, educator and best-selling author, speaks from decades of experience as he details the three most important areas school musts Focus on to get Results. (Caps and pun intended.)

Get in touch with Mike through his website here. 

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Dr. Sarah Powell describes her research on teaching students to solve word, or story, problems.

Dr. Powell is a professor at the College of Education, University of Texas Austin. Her primary research focus is identifying the most effective strategies for teaching mathematics to elementary students. Her research provides guidance to teachers in what does work, and what does not work.

Links:
X: @‌sarahpowellphd

Bluesky: @‌sarahpowellphd.bsky.social

Sarah's Website

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In this episode, host Gene Tavernetti sits down with Dr. Frank Rodriguez to discuss his extensive experience in the education sector and his focus on parent education. They delve into the nuances of post-pandemic education, the challenges faced by students and educators, and the importance of integrating technology intelligently in classrooms and at home. The conversation also highlights the development of parent education modules aimed at mitigating the negative impacts of screen time on children's development. Contact Dr. Rodriguez here.

00:00 Introduction

00:38 Guest Introduction

03:14 Pandemic Response

03:22 Parent Education

12:21 Implementing Parent Modules

28:44 Educator's Role in Technology Use

35:22 Frank Has a Question for Gene
40:18 Conclusion and Call to Action

Books referenced in this podcast:

Jonathan Haidt: The Anxious Generation

Johann Hari: Stolen Focus

• (00:00) - Frank Rodriguez

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Gene Tavernetti hosts Dr. Anna Stokke, a math professor and educational advocate, discussing math education, her non-profit after school math program, math facts, and the importance of effective teaching methods grounded in rigorous research.

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Many teachers lack confidence in their ability to teach writing. Christine Teahan and Alexandria Chalonec, Co-Directors of Academics at The Writing Revolution, share how they support educators across the country and around the world in delivering effective, impactful writing instruction using the Hochman Method.

Links:
Twitter: @TheWritingRevol

LinkedIn: @TheWritingRevolution

Facebook: @TheWritingRevolution

Instagram: @TheWritingRevolution

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Zach and Gene provide a definition of coaching cycles for the purpose of the discussion. Are coaching cycles necessary? How long should they last? Are they always necessary when coaches are supporting teachers?

Episode Links
Zach’s book: Just Tell Them: The Power of Explanations and Explicit Teaching

Zach’s website: Education Rickshaw

X: @MrZachG

LinkedIn: @‌MrZachG

Bluesky: @‌mrzachg.bsky.social

Podcast: Progressively Incorrect

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Cameron Castenda is the director of the Teacher Induction program in her district. She is responsible for ensuring that newly credentialed teachers successfully complete a state approved program that allows them to “clear” their preliminary credential.

Cameron is an experienced and award-winning teacher who has supported teachers in various roles since leaving the classroom.

Episode Links:
Instagram: @‌PYLUSD_Induction

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