Better Teaching: Only Stuff That Works Adopting the Science of Learning Principles as a Central Focus with Lynn Gaffney
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:
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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