

Education Research Reading Room
Ollie Lovell: Teacher, author, podcaster, blogger, PhD candidate. @ollie_lovell
The most in-depth education podcast available. Each episode host Ollie Lovell takes a deep dive into an important area of education with an educational thought leader from around the world, from practicing teachers to university professors and everyone in-between. If you're looking to build deep knowledge about education and how learning happens, this is the podcast for you.
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6 snips
Sep 1, 2021 • 2h 33min
ERRR #057. Harry Fletcher-Wood on Habits of Success
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Aug 1, 2021 • 2h 25min
ERRR #056. Sammy Kempner on Teaching with Group Work, Accountability, and Chants
Sammy Kempner, an expert in teaching with group work, accountability, and chants, discusses the purpose of school-based education in combating socioeconomic inequality. He shares transformative changes in math education, focusing on boosting student engagement and accountability. The podcast explores strategies for enhancing student learning through peer partnerships and navigating the challenges of group work in teaching.

4 snips
Jul 1, 2021 • 1h 36min
ERRR #055. Rachel Macfarlane on knowledge, learning power, and character
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Jun 1, 2021 • 2h 5min
ERRR #054. Peps McCrea on Motivating Students
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May 1, 2021 • 1h 40min
ERRR #053. James Handscombe on Assemblies and Ethos
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Apr 8, 2021 • 1h 58min
ERRR #052. Jim Knight on the Impact Cycle (Instructional Coaching)
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Mar 24, 2021 • 2h 1min
ERRR #051b. Michael Pershan and Craig Barton on Worked Examples (bonus follow up episode)
In this engaging discussion, Michael Pershan, a seasoned mathematics teacher and education blogger, teams up with Craig Barton to explore the power of worked examples in math instruction. They delve into the evolution of their teaching methods, celebrating the return to in-person education. The duo shares insights on adapting lessons for visually impaired students and balancing technology with traditional approaches. They also unpack the significance of tailored teaching strategies and the influence of naming examples on student engagement. A thought-provoking conversation for educators!

11 snips
Mar 1, 2021 • 2h 20min
ERRR #051. Michael Pershan on Worked Examples
Michael Pershan, a dedicated math teacher and author of "Teaching Math with Examples," dives into innovative strategies for effective math education. He emphasizes the power of worked examples to support student learning and discusses the balance between challenge and support, termed 'productive struggle.' Pershan shares insights on classroom dynamics, the importance of engaging feedback, and how self-explanation prompts can deepen understanding. His journey highlights the symbiotic relationship between education research and practical teaching.

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Feb 1, 2021 • 2h 2min
ERRR #050. Guy Claxton on the Learning Power Approach
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Jan 2, 2021 • 1h 47min
ERRR #049. Doug Lemov on Teaching Like a Champion
Doug Lemov, an influential educator, discusses effective teaching strategies from his book 'Teach Like a Champion'. Topics include analyzing teachers, using time strategically, improving reading fluency, promoting student engagement, addressing objections to cold calling, using the turn and talk technique, and addressing criticisms of the Teach Like a Champion approach.