
Pedagogy Non-Grata
We discuss the latest and most pertinent issues in education, from an evidenced based perspective.
Latest episodes

Feb 8, 2022 • 28min
Interview Jennifer Cyr On Amplify CKLA
In this episode, I interview Jennifer Cyr on Amplify CKLA

Feb 2, 2022 • 47min
Interview with Dr. Brandi Noll On the Philosophy of Education Research
In this episode, I discuss with Dr. Noll the importance of meta-analysis, keeping an open mind, and the current state of education research.

Dec 19, 2021 • 41min
Interview with Jocelyn Seamer on the Decodable Text Debate
In this interview Jocelyn takes the affirmative for decodable texts, in response to my recent meta-analysis on the topic.
Links to free decodable texts mentioned by Jocelyn:
https://www.speldsa.org.au/SPELD-SA-Phonic-Readers-New-Series
https://www.coreknowledge.org/curriculum/language-arts/
Paid Decodable Texts:
https://www.phonicbooks.co.uk/advice-and-resources/free-teaching-resources/
The PNG Decodable Vocabulary List:
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/The-PNG-Vocabulary-List-7538906
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Dec 10, 2021 • 24min
Is Reading a Right? Interview with Alicia Smith
In this episode I interview Alicia Smith, Ontario President of the IDA on the topic of the OHRC reading instruction inquiry.
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Nov 1, 2021 • 47min
Interview with Arti Shah, a Speech and Language Pathologist
In this interview we discuss best practice for language instruction, Speech and Language Pathology, and Arti Shah's personal; journey. If you want to hear more from Arti, check out her podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/human-chapters/id1562193321
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Sep 25, 2021 • 1h 7min
Interview with Dr. Truch on Linguistic Phonics
In this interview, I discuss the efficacy of different English language instruction programs, with Dr. Trunch of the Reading Foundation.
For more on Dr. Trunch, check out his website: https://www.readingfoundation.com/
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Sep 14, 2021 • 34min
Interview with Jenny Grey of Watermelon Works
In this interview, I discuss with Jenny Grey her study on french instruction, using phonics and morphology. To learn more about Jenny, check out: https://www.watermelon-works.com/
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Sep 7, 2021 • 54min
Interview with Dr. Garforth on Executive Function
In this interview, Dr. Garforth and I discuss, how best to help students with executive function needs.
If you're interested in taking Dr. Garforth's course on this, follow the link: https://educatorhub.garfortheducation.com/membership-account/membership-levels/
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Aug 24, 2021 • 1h 25min
Interview with Dr. Garforth on Psych Ed Reports
In this interview, Dr. Garforth explains, what teachers need to look for in Psych Ed Reports, in order to best serve students.
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Jun 27, 2021 • 57min
Interview with James Thornock from Coder Kids
In this interview I discuss with James Thornock of Coder Kids the topic of technology in the classroom. If you would like to see the podcast in video form check it out here: https://youtu.be/lWywb8Ylv7c
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Links discussed in the interview:
james@coderkids.com
www.coderkids.com
The Coder Kids Podcast
links to software I talked about
Code.org
Scratch
Scratch.mit.edu
Roblox Studio
roblox.com/create
Discord
Discord.com/download
Replit
Repl.it
Unity Game Engine
unity.com/
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