In this episode, Dr. Greg Ashman, an Australian teacher, writer, and researcher, discusses cognitive load theory and its implications for effective teaching. He debunks claims about timed tests causing math anxiety and highlights the importance of rigorous research in education. The podcast also explores explicit instruction in math classrooms and provides practical advice for new teachers.

Join math professor Anna Stokke as she interviews Dr. Amanda VanDerHeyden, a leading expert in using evidence-based methods to improve math instruction in schools.  Dr. VanDerHeyden is a co-founder of The Science of Math, a group of experts advocating for evidence-based math instruction.  Dr. VanDerHeyden shares the origins and goals of the Science of Math movement, as well as addressing common misconceptions. Do timed tests cause math anxiety?  Do standard algorithms hinder understanding?  Is explicit instruction only helpful for struggling learners?  The discussion also covers what happens when kids fall behind in math, among other topics.  This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in education, especially teachers and parents. EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.annastokke.com/ep-3-resources MUSIC Intro and Outro music by Coma Media - Catch it Transition music by Podington Bear – Camp EPISODE TRANSCRIPT http://www.annastokke.com/ep-3-transcript Website: www.annastokke.com Twitter: @rastokke  

Join math professor, Anna Stokke, in conversation with Dr. Paul Kirschner, a renowned  educational psychology researcher and speaker.  This episode will be of interest to anyone involved in teaching, whether they work with children or adults, or simply have an interest in education. Dr. Kirschner explains how we process information in our brains, and how this can be applied to improve teaching practices. He shares insights on effective teaching techniques such as spaced practice, scaffolding, the worked example effect, among others. Additionally, he dispels some common education myths and critiques teaching methods lacking research-based evidence. EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.annastokke.com/ep-2-resources MUSIC Intro and Outro music by Coma Media - Catch it Transition music by Podington Bear – Camp EPISODE TRANSCRIPT https://www.annastokke.com/ep-2-transcript Website: www.annastokke.com Twitter: @rastokke

In this episode, math professor Anna Stokke sits down with mathematician and best-selling author John Mighton to discuss his passion for teaching math and his founding of JUMP Math, a charity dedicated to helping children achieve their full potential in mathematics. Mighton shares his insights on the persistent myth that some people are not wired to be good at math and how this false belief has held back many students from realizing their full potential. They discuss the science of learning and the characteristics of successful math programs, highlighting the importance of providing ample opportunities for students to practice and master foundational skills.  Mighton shares practical advice for teachers on how they can assess whether math instruction programs align with the science of learning.  He shares his vision for a world where all children have access to high-quality math education. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in math education. RESOURCES Principles of Instruction:  Research-based strategies all teachers should know by Barak Rosenshine All Things Being Equal:  Why Math is the Key to a Better World by John Mighton For the Love of Math by John Mighton MUSIC Intro and Outro music by Coma Media - Catch it Transition music by Podington Bear - Camp Website: www.annastokke.com Twitter: @rastokke EPISODE TRANSCRIPT https://www.annastokke.com/ep1-transcript