The Misconceptions About Inquiry Based Learning

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The research evidence has been around for a long time. So why do you think that so many people believe these things? Well, I guess it's a heavy lift and a big ask to expect teachers to consume the research literature. Not all of my research studies are equally compelling. Some are more rigorous with more compelling findings because the methodological rigor was stronger or more closely reflective of the problem in the context we're trying to work in.

Join math professor Anna Stokke as she interviews Dr. Amanda VanDerHeyden, a leading expert in using evidence-based methods to improve math instruction in schools. Dr. VanDerHeyden is a co-founder of The Science of Math, a group of experts advocating for evidence-based math instruction.

Dr. VanDerHeyden shares the origins and goals of the Science of Math movement, as well as addressing common misconceptions. Do timed tests cause math anxiety? Do standard algorithms hinder understanding? Is explicit instruction only helpful for struggling learners? The discussion also covers what happens when kids fall behind in math, among other topics.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in education, especially teachers and parents.

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