Chalk & Talk

Dr. Brian Poncy, a math intervention specialist, discusses the math fact crisis and strategies for improving numeracy. He highlights the instructional hierarchy, decomposition strategies, data collection, and the impact of his free math program, M.I.N.D. The podcast explores effective teaching methods, fluency, automaticity, and intervention strategies to enhance math skills.

Math professor Anna Stokke interviews Dr. Katharine Beals, expert in evidence-based instruction for students with autism. They discuss how autism affects math learning, ineffective instructional techniques, and recommended math programs for autistic individuals. Key takeaway: effective methods for autism benefit all students.

Renowned cognitive psychology professor Pamela Snow discusses evidence-based teaching methods for reading and math, emphasizing foundational skills and the societal impact of quality instruction in disadvantaged communities. The conversation explores the phonics debate in reading education, the establishment of a Science of Language and Reading Lab at a university, and the importance of evidence-based strategies in teacher education. Guests express gratitude for program accomplishments in mathematics education and discuss its growing importance compared to reading.

Australian teacher and numeracy learning specialist, David Morkunas, discusses applying cognitive load theory in math class with practical tips on explicit instruction, standard algorithms, math anxiety, and motivation. The episode provides actionable advice for educators seeking to enhance math teaching methods.

Education policy expert Dr. Tom Loveless discusses the National Math Advisory Panel, NCTM standards, math wars, concerns about the California Math Framework, San Francisco's de-tracking initiative, and the importance of memorizing math facts. A must-listen for math educators, parents, and policymakers.

Discussion with Dr. Dylan Wiliam focuses on improving math proficiency, knowledge-rich curriculum, and teacher effectiveness. Examples of using formative assessment for student learning provided. Practical wisdom for teachers, policy makers, and parents shared in the podcast.

Math professor Anna Stokke interviews Dr. Ben Solomon, a psychology professor known for his expertise in research methodology. They discuss flaws in education research papers, the importance of evidence-based practices in education, and the need for critical evaluation of claims. The podcast explores red flags in education research, the controversy around teaching standard algorithms, and the significance of math education for career opportunities.

Math professor Anna Stokke and educator Dr. Carl Hendrick discuss topics including growth mindset, motivation vs. academic success, the validity of measuring engagement, teaching critical thinking, the science of learning, the impact of mobile phones on learning, and advice for new teachers.

Join math professor, Anna Stokke, as she interviews Dr. Daniel Ansari, who is a Canada Research Chair in developmental cognitive neuroscience.  They discuss the importance of early numeracy skills and his research on symbolic representations. They talk about similarities and differences between math and reading. They also debunk the misconception of gender differences in math. Responding to a question from a teacher, Daniel discusses the role of manipulatives in teaching math. He also discusses dyscalculia and provides some tips for helping students who struggle with math.  They close the episode by discussing some common neuromyths.  Among other things, Daniel stresses the fundamental right of every child to learn math. The resource page for this episode includes studies mentioned in the episode and resources for helping children who struggle with math. EPISODE TRANSCRIPT https://www.annastokke.com/ep-21-transcript EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.annastokke.com/ep-21-resources MUSIC Intro and Outro: Coma Media – Catch it Podington Bear – Proliferate Blue Dot Sessions – Balti, Hedgeliner, Cornicob, Coulis Coulis, Lissa Website: www.annastokke.com X: @rastokke Threads: @rastokke37 Bluesky: @rastokke.bsky.social

Join math professor, Anna Stokke, as she discusses reading and math with Dr. Matthew Burns, well-known for his research in reading and math interventions. They dive into the history of reading instruction and explore parallels with math instruction. The podcast addresses the shift happening in reading education towards phonics and suggests creating a similar shift for math. They also touch on the unethical promotion of ineffective programs and the importance of teaching the scientific method.