Progressively Incorrect

In this episode of Progressively Incorrect, I am delighted to host Peps Mccrea, the Director of Education at Steplab and the mind behind the must-read online newsletter, Evidence Snacks. Peps has dedicated his career to improving education through evidence-based practices.

His latest project includes Great Teaching, Unpacked, a Netflix-style documentary that is pushing the boundaries of effective instruction. With a deep commitment to instructional coaching, Peps helps schools implement research-backed strategies that empower educators and improve student outcomes. Join us to explore insights on the science of learning, teacher development, and how to supercharge instruction.

Direct instruction is joyful & leads pupils to success. Here is a *clip* where I use high frequency & high participation questioning in 3 phases:
1. Check for listening
2. Rehearsal
3. Check for understanding
Established routines: all hands up, turn & talk, SLANT & ruler reading pic.twitter.com/x3dMnHnq6t

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Imagine a school with an open door culture; a school where every teacher receives ongoing, personalized feedback based on the science of learning.

This is what Steplab helps schools to achieve. It empowers teachers with powerful techniques, supercharges observations and feedback with digital tools, and its library of videos and study modules enables schools to implement an evidence-informed PD curriculum. If you are looking to join over 14,000 schools that use our infrastructure for whole school improvement, get in touch!

The podcast you’re listening to is sponsored by John Catt from Hachette Learning and hosted by Dr. Zach Groshell. John Catt publishes some of the best books in education, including my book, Just Tell Them: The Power of Explanations and Explicit Teaching.

In this episode of Progressively Incorrect, I am delighted to host Rachel Ball, Coaching Development Lead at Steplab and a passionate advocate for effective teaching based on the science of learning. Rachel will explore her new book, The Scaffolding Effect, and the Explicit Instruction Conference we are both keynoting in New Mexico (sign up here!).

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Imagine a school with an open door culture; a school where every teacher receives ongoing, personalized feedback based on the science of learning.

This is what Steplab helps schools to achieve. It empowers teachers with powerful techniques, supercharges observations and feedback with digital tools, and its library of videos and study modules enables schools to implement an evidence-informed PD curriculum. If you are looking to join over 14,000 schools that use our infrastructure for whole school improvement, get in touch!

The podcast you’re listening to is sponsored by John Catt from Hachette Learning and hosted by Dr. Zach Groshell. John Catt publishes some of the best books in education, including my book, Just Tell Them: The Power of Explanations and Explicit Teaching.

In this episode of Progressively Incorrect, I’m delighted to host Laura Stam, a dedicated advocate for the Science of Reading and Direct Instruction. Laura will share her expertise on designing and curating resources to integrate content and vocabulary into literacy, discuss new shifts in her thinking and teaching, and offer insights into how structured teaching approaches enable students to achieve mastery.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about practical, research-driven strategies to elevate learning!

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The podcast you’re listening to is sponsored by John Catt from Hachette Learning and hosted by Dr. Zach Groshell. John Catt publishes some of the best books in education, including my book, Just Tell Them: The Power of Explanations and Explicit Teaching.

Instructional coaching is much better with a platform that scaffolds and organizes your coaching decisions. If you’ve been looking for this exact thing as a principal, AP, or instructional coach, Steplab is your jam.

In addition to our innovative coaching technology, we offer training year-round, including three intensives in May, 2025. Check out this page for more information, and let me know how I can help get you out to one of the fabulous cities that these training events are held in!

In this episode of Progressively Incorrect, I’m honored to host Ronak Bhatt, the accomplished founder and school leader of TELRA Institute. Ronak will discuss how acceleration can open doors for learners, share his thoughts on the benefits and challenges of homogeneous grouping, and provide insights into experimental educational models that offer bold alternatives to traditional systems. This episode is a must-listen for anyone eager to explore new directions in education!

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Ronak brings a fresh perspective as someone who has approached these practices from outside the conventional educational framework, and he will be hosting the Steplab Intensive in Charlotte, North Carolina in May 2025! See below for details on how you can get involved.

I want to invite instructional leaders to one of three Steplab Intensives I am organizing in May, 2025. Check out this page for more information, and let me know how I can help get you out to one of the fabulous cities that these training events are held in, including Ronak’s school in Charlotte!

The podcast you’re listening to is sponsored by John Catt from Hachette Learning and hosted by Dr. Zach Groshell. John Catt publishes some of the best books in education, including my book, Just Tell Them: The Power of Explanations and Explicit Teaching.

In this episode of Progressively Incorrect, I am delighted to host Rachel Sewell, Coaching Development Lead at Steplab and a passionate advocate for effective professional development. Rachel will explore the 14 mechanisms of effective professional development, including how they build knowledge, motivate educators, develop teaching techniques, and embed sustainable practices.

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Importantly, Rachel will describe how Steplab leverages all 14 of these mechanisms, which is a key focus of the Steplab USA Instructional Coaching Intensives I am organizing in May 2025. These events, taking place in Charlotte, New York City, and Philadelphia, will provide practical strategies for instructional leaders and coaches to elevate their impact. I’d love to see you there!

I want to invite instructional leaders to one of three Steplab Intensives I am organizing in May, 2025. Check out this page for more information, and let me know how I can help get you out to one of the fabulous cities that these training events are held in.

The podcast you’re listening to is sponsored by John Catt from Hachette Learning and hosted by Dr. Zach Groshell. John Catt publishes some of the best books in education, including my book, Just Tell Them: The Power of Explanations and Explicit Teaching.

In this episode of Progressively Incorrect, I am thrilled to host Jonathan Regino, an innovative educator and instructional leader known for his expertise in curriculum adoption and math coaching. Jonathan is passionate about enhancing teaching practices and fostering impactful math learning experiences.

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Jon will share his insights on effective curriculum adoption strategies, discuss best practices in math teaching and coaching, and highlight how he will be hosting the Steplab Intensive at Interboro School District in May 2025! See below for details on how you can get involved.

I want to invite instructional leaders to one of three Steplab Intensives I am organizing in May, 2025. Check out this page for more information, and let me know how I can help get you out to one of the fabulous cities that these training events are held in.

The podcast you’re listening to is sponsored by John Catt from Hachette Learning and hosted by Dr. Zach Groshell. John Catt publishes some of the best books in education, including my book, Just Tell Them: The Power of Explanations and Explicit Teaching.

Today, I am thrilled to host Richard Mayer on Progressively Incorrect, a distinguished educational psychologist and researcher known worldwide for his groundbreaking contributions to understanding how we learn. Rich brings a wealth of knowledge and a sharp focus on multimedia learning, generative learning, and evidence-based critiques of discovery learning.

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In this episode, Rich will delve into the principles of the Cognitive Theory of Multimedia Learning, explore how generative learning activities enhance understanding and retention, and critically examine the challenges and limitations of discovery-based approaches to teaching. Whether you’re a teacher, a school leader, or simply curious about how psychological insights can improve education, you won’t want to miss this enlightening conversation. Let’s dive in!

The podcast you’re listening to is sponsored by John Catt from Hachette Learning and hosted by Dr. Zach Groshell. John Catt publishes some of the best books in education, including Traditional Math, and the other book mentioned in the podcast, Just Tell Them: The Power of Explanations and Explicit Teaching.

I want to invite you to some of the training events that I am putting on for Steplab in my role as the Director of Steplab North America. Check out my events page for more information, and let me know how I can help get you out to one of the fabulous cities that these training events are held in. See you there!

Today, I am thrilled to host Lynn Gaffney on Progressively Incorrect, a passionate educator and leader known for her deep commitment to bridging research and practice in schools. Lynn brings a wealth of experience and a sharp focus on the science of learning, using evidence-informed strategies to drive meaningful outcomes for students and teachers alike.

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In this episode, Lynn will explore how the science of learning can transform classroom practice, the critical role of leadership in accommodating teacher concerns, and her involvement with researchED NYC—a conference dedicated to connecting educators with high-quality, practical research. Whether you’re an teacher, a school leader, or simply curious about how evidence can shape better teaching and learning, you won’t want to miss this thoughtful conversation. Let’s dive in!

The podcast you’re listening to is sponsored by John Catt from Hachette Learning and hosted by Dr. Zach Groshell. John Catt publishes some of the best books in education, including Traditional Math, and the other book mentioned in the podcast, Just Tell Them: The Power of Explanations and Explicit Teaching.

I want to invite you to some of the training events that I am putting on for Steplab in my role as the Director of Steplab North America. Check out my events page for more information, and let me know how I can help get you out to one of the fabulous cities that these training events are held in. See you there!

Today, I am thrilled to host Daisy Christodoulou, an esteemed author and education expert renowned for her groundbreaking work on curriculum and assessment. Daisy’s thought-provoking insights have reshaped the way educators approach teaching, and her books, including “Seven Myths About Education,” have become essential reads in the field.

In this episode, Daisy will delve into the intricacies of effective assessment practices and discuss how we can overcome common misconceptions to create more impactful learning experiences. Whether you’re an educator, a policy-maker, or simply passionate about education, you won’t want to miss this conversation with one of the leading voices in the field. Let’s dive in!

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The podcast you’re listening to is sponsored by John Catt from Hachette Learning and hosted by Dr. Zach Groshell. John Catt publishes some of the best books in education, including Traditional Math, and the other book mentioned in the podcast, Just Tell Them: The Power of Explanations and Explicit Teaching.

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I want to invite you to some of the training events that I am putting on for Steplab in my role as the Director of Steplab North America. Check out my events page for more information, and let me know how I can help get you out to one of the fabulous cities that these training events are held in. See you there!

Today I am excited to be bringing you an episode of the DI podcast with Randi Saulter and Ann Baum. Randi and Ann are two passionate special education teachers who will take us through what Zig Engelmann called the “picky, picky” details of implementing DI in special education classrooms. This episode is chock full of insights, bursting with humor and common sense, and I hope it brings you a lot of joy today.

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The podcast you’re listening to is sponsored by John Catt from Hachette Learning and hosted by Dr. Zach Groshell. John Catt publishes some of the best books in education, including Traditional Math, and the other book mentioned in the podcast, Just Tell Them: The Power of Explanations and Explicit Teaching.

Finally, I wanted to invite you to some of the training events that I am putting on for Steplab in my role as the Director of Steplab North America. Check out my events page for more information, and let me know how I can help get you out to one of the fabulous cities that these training events are held in. See you there!