Rachel Ball
Coaching Development Lead at StepLab and author of 'The Scaffolding Effect'. She is an advocate for effective teaching based on the science of learning.
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May 14, 2025 • 50min
S4E32: Rachel Ball on Scaffolded Instruction and Adaptive Teaching
In this conversation, Rachel Ball, the Coaching Development Lead at StepLab and author of 'The Scaffolding Effect,' dives deep into the art of scaffolded instruction. She shares her journey behind crafting her book and addresses the challenges teachers face in providing the right support while fostering independence. The discussion also highlights innovative teaching techniques, the importance of professional development, and collaborative group rehearsals as tools for enhancing educational practices. Rachel’s insights advocate for a more effective and adaptive teaching landscape.
May 24, 2025 • 52min
Beyond Sentence Stems: Deep Scaffolding for Inclusive Literacy
Alex Fairlamb and Rachel Ball, co-authors of 'The Scaffolding Effect: Supporting All Students to Succeed', dive into effective scaffolding strategies for enhancing literacy and oracy. They discuss the importance of structured talk as a pathway to better writing and practical routines that help teachers provide support without fostering dependency. Listeners will learn how to align scaffolding with cognitive load theory and transform assessment data into actionable teaching strategies. This insightful conversation empowers educators to elevate student voices in both writing and discussions.
