Stephen Chew

In a captivating discussion, Dr. Stephen Chew, a cognitive psychologist at Samford University, unpacks the nuances of naive, purposeful, and deliberate practice in education. He emphasizes the power of structured feedback and effective worked examples, particularly in math. The conversation also exposes common misconceptions in learning and questions the clarity of the term 'active learning.' Chew shares practical strategies to foster trust in the classroom and the significance of embracing productive challenges to enhance student engagement and retention.