The Learning Scientists Podcast Episode 76: Meeting at the Intersection of Research and Education
Aug 31, 2023
Sarah Oberle discusses the benefits and challenges of classroom research and science communication. The importance of bidirectional communication between researchers and educators is highlighted, as well as the significance of explicit instructions and metacognition in teaching. The balance between explicit instruction and inquiry-based learning is explored, along with the need for a toolkit of learning principles for teachers.
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Two-Way Communication
- Science communication often flows one-way, from scientists to educators.
- Oberle champions bidirectional communication, valuing classroom feedback for research.
Bridging the Divide
- Sarah Oberle initially felt pressure to choose between academics and teaching.
- Colleagues questioned her research, while professors encouraged her to leave teaching.
Practical Application
- Give concrete examples of applying learning principles in specific contexts.
- Avoid generic advice; consider grade level and subject when giving recommendations.