Progressively Incorrect

Today I have the great pleasure of bringing you a very special episode featuring two of my podcasting rivals, Craig Barton and Ollie Lovell. This episode is brought to you by John Catt Educational, which publishes some of the absolute best books in education. In addition to publishing Craig’s How I Wish I’d Taught Maths, … Continue reading S3E3: Craig Barton and Ollie Lovell on Tools and Tips for Teachers

Welcome back everyone to Progressively Incorrect. My name is Dr. Zach Groshell and, in this episode, we will be exploring the Math Wars and MTSS with Dr. Amanda VanDerHeyden. Subscribe to this podcast on…SpotifyGoogle PodcastsApple PodcastsWordPress This episode is brought to you by John Catt Educational, which publishes some of the best books in education, … Continue reading S3E2: Amanda VanDerHeyden on the Math Wars and MTSS

Welcome back to Progressively Incorrect. My name is Dr. Zach Groshell, and I have the great pleasure of welcoming Tom Sherrington and Oliver Caviglioli onto the podcast for the Season 3 premiere of this show. Subscribe to this podcast on…SpotifyGoogle PodcastsApple PodcastsWordPress Tom and Oliver are two UK-based educators who have collaborated on numerous projects … Continue reading S3E1: Tom Sherrington and Oliver Caviglioli on Instructional Coaching

Renowned cognitive scientist Dan Willingham discusses applying cognitive science to K12 education, exploring concepts like difference versus commonality in education, perspectives on open learning, the role of background knowledge in comprehension, and the relationship between natural learning and formal education.

In this episode of Progressively Incorrect, I am joined by Dr. Pamela Snow. Dr. Snow is a professor of cognitive psychology at the School of Education at La Trobe University in Melbourne, and an absolute legend of the Science of Language and Reading. Subscribe to this podcast on…SpotifyGoogle PodcastsApple PodcastsWordPress One of the most contentious … Continue reading S2E25: Pamela Snow on Early Language and Literacy Skills

Nidhi Sachdeva, a Toronto-based PhD candidate in cognitive science, shares her research on integrating microlearning into education. She discusses the evolution of microlearning, emphasizing 'bite-sized' content's effectiveness in modern learning environments. Nidhi highlights innovative strategies that enhance student engagement and retention, backed by cognitive science principles. The conversation also touches on the importance of accessibility in learning platforms and the exciting potential of tools like 7Taps and H5P.

In this episode of Progressively Incorrect, I'm joined by Tracing Woodgrains. Trace is the Chief of Staff for Blocked and Reported, a show that bills itself as "a podcast about dumb internet garbage." As someone who is unusually interested in the myths and mumbo jumbo of our dear teaching profession, I was honored that Trace … Continue reading S2E23: Tracing Woodgrains on Student Loan Forgiveness, Tracking, and Internet Garbage

In this episode, I will be speaking to an absolute legend of teacher blogging and lefty-trad education, Adam Boxer. Adam is the editor of the researchED Guide to Explicit and Direct Instruction, author of Teaching Secondary Science, and, for me, the LeBron James of practical advice about how to actually teach a lesson. After recent … Continue reading S2E22: Adam Boxer on Homework and Building Ratio

I have a very special guest for you this week! Dr. Marcy Stein, professor emeritus and lead author of Direct Instruction Mathematics, came on the Progressively Incorrect podcast to talk to us about Project Follow Through and Zig Engelmann's Direct Instruction programs. Subscribe to this podcast on...SpotifyGoogle PodcastsApple PodcastsWordPress This is a fantastic episode that … Continue reading S2E21: Marcy Stein on Engelmann’s Direct Instruction and Project Follow Through

In this episode of Progressively Incorrect, I chat with Dr. Nathaniel Swain about the work he is doing with teachers and middle leaders to ensure that all students receive instruction that is informed by the science of learning. This is one of those episodes that is jammed packed full of insights and interesting tidbits, including … Continue reading S2E20: Nathaniel Swain on the way out of the Educational Zeitgeist