

School's In
Stanford Graduate School of Education
Unlock the future of learning with School’s In, your go-to podcast for cutting-edge insights and enlightening conversations in education. Presented by Stanford Graduate School of Education (Stanford GSE), this podcast is hosted by Dean Dan Schwartz and Senior Lecturer Denise Pope. They invite you to join them as they navigate the complexities of post-pandemic education and discuss the latest research in teaching and learning.
This season on School’s In, we delve into a variety of pressing topics with the help of our fellow Stanford experts. Discover how AI is transforming classrooms and personalizing learning experiences. Learn effective strategies to tackle chronic absenteeism and summer learning loss, and explore solutions for addressing educational inequality and supporting youth mental health. Additionally, we examine the role technology plays in reshaping learning environments. Join us as we discuss the incredible research being done in education today.
Dan Schwartz is a recognized expert in human learning and educational technology. As dean of Stanford GSE, he has led numerous initiatives to advance effective teaching strategies and technologies. He also serves as faculty director of the Stanford Accelerator for Learning, which aims to advance the science and design of learning to bring effective and equitable solutions to the world.
Denise Pope specializes in student well-being and engagement. A senior lecturer at Stanford GSE, her research focuses on academic stress and its consequences on students' mental health and learning. She is the author of several books and articles that support parents and teachers in creating more positive learning environments, including Doing School: How We Are Creating a Generation of Stressed Out, Materialistic, and Miseducated Students. Pope is also co-founder of the education nonprofit Challenge Success, which promotes equitable practices for balanced lives.
Together, they offer valuable observations and practical advice for parents, caregivers, educators, and anyone connected to the learning community. With a commitment to educational equity and innovation, they bring you expert perspectives and engaging conversations on the critical issues facing learners today.
Stanford GSE is a leader in education research and teaching, known for its commitment to pursuing equitable, accessible, and effective learning for all. The school’s dedication to preparing educators and researchers through interdisciplinary approaches ensures its lasting impact on the field.
“We’re here to help you navigate the complexities of post-pandemic education and stay ahead of the learning curve” says Schwartz, “so join us as we discuss practical solutions to some of education’s most challenging issues.”
Don't miss out on insightful discussions meant to keep you ahead of the learning curve! Subscribe to our newsletter now, follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn and visit our School’s In website for more updates and episodes. School’s In promises to be an essential resource for anyone passionate about learning.
This season on School’s In, we delve into a variety of pressing topics with the help of our fellow Stanford experts. Discover how AI is transforming classrooms and personalizing learning experiences. Learn effective strategies to tackle chronic absenteeism and summer learning loss, and explore solutions for addressing educational inequality and supporting youth mental health. Additionally, we examine the role technology plays in reshaping learning environments. Join us as we discuss the incredible research being done in education today.
Dan Schwartz is a recognized expert in human learning and educational technology. As dean of Stanford GSE, he has led numerous initiatives to advance effective teaching strategies and technologies. He also serves as faculty director of the Stanford Accelerator for Learning, which aims to advance the science and design of learning to bring effective and equitable solutions to the world.
Denise Pope specializes in student well-being and engagement. A senior lecturer at Stanford GSE, her research focuses on academic stress and its consequences on students' mental health and learning. She is the author of several books and articles that support parents and teachers in creating more positive learning environments, including Doing School: How We Are Creating a Generation of Stressed Out, Materialistic, and Miseducated Students. Pope is also co-founder of the education nonprofit Challenge Success, which promotes equitable practices for balanced lives.
Together, they offer valuable observations and practical advice for parents, caregivers, educators, and anyone connected to the learning community. With a commitment to educational equity and innovation, they bring you expert perspectives and engaging conversations on the critical issues facing learners today.
Stanford GSE is a leader in education research and teaching, known for its commitment to pursuing equitable, accessible, and effective learning for all. The school’s dedication to preparing educators and researchers through interdisciplinary approaches ensures its lasting impact on the field.
“We’re here to help you navigate the complexities of post-pandemic education and stay ahead of the learning curve” says Schwartz, “so join us as we discuss practical solutions to some of education’s most challenging issues.”
Don't miss out on insightful discussions meant to keep you ahead of the learning curve! Subscribe to our newsletter now, follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn and visit our School’s In website for more updates and episodes. School’s In promises to be an essential resource for anyone passionate about learning.
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Aug 10, 2020 • 28min
Eric Abrams on Confronting Race at Home and the Future of Affirmative Action
Stanford Graduate School of Education's Chief Inclusion Officer Eric Abrams discusses promoting diversity and inclusion using effective approaches that foster open intercultural communication.Originally aired on SiriusXM on August 8, 2020.

Jun 14, 2020 • 28min
Education Professor Mitchell Stevens talks about the future of online learning at universities
Stanford education Professor Mitchell Stevens discusses the future of online learning at universities.

Jun 14, 2020 • 28min
Communication Professor Jeff Hancock discusses what parents should know about deep fakes, social media, and screen use during COVID-19
Stanford communication Professor Jeff Hancock discusses what parents should know about deep fakes, social media, and screen use during COVID-19.

Jun 7, 2020 • 28min
School's In hosts Denise Pope and Dan Schwartz interview each other
Dan and Denise—the hosts of School's In—answer your most frequently asked questions about education.

May 31, 2020 • 28min
Data Science for Young Kids with guest Victor Lee
Associate professor of education Victor Lee discusses how teachers can integrate data science into their lesson plans, even for children in younger grades.

May 25, 2020 • 28min
How to have difficult conversations with children, adolescents and young adults with guest Sujata Patel
Sujata Patel—clinical assistant professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Stanford—gives guidance on how to manage difficult topics with kids and teens.

May 22, 2020 • 28min
College in the time of COVID-19 with guest Harry Elam
Harry Elam, a senior administrator and humanities professor at Stanford University, joins hosts Dan Schwartz and Denise Pope to discuss how colleges are responding to the coronavirus pandemic.

May 17, 2020 • 28min
How Schools Become Centers of Communities with guest Milbrey McLaughlin
Milbrey McLaughlin - Stanford GSE professor of higher education, emerita - explains how some schools become the center of community life by providing academic, social, health, and overall wellness support—and how that may be a model COVID-19 recovery.

May 10, 2020 • 28min
Making School Policy During the COVID-19 Pandemic with guest Heather Hough
Heather Hough, executive director of the Stanford research center Policy Analysis for California Education (PACE), discusses what decisions policymakers and school leaders are considering as they look to restart schools amidst COVID-19. Originally aired on SiriusXM on May 9, 2020.

May 10, 2020 • 28min
The Emotions Children & Young Adults Experience During Times of Bereavement with guest Rabbi Karlin-Neumann
Rabbi Patricia Karlin-Neumann talks about the difficult emotions that children and young adults experience during times of bereavement. Originally aired on SiriusXM on May 9, 2020.