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The New Science of Learning by Todd Zakrajsek
In the ever-evolving realm of educational literature this is quickly becoming a classic. The New…
The Cold-Calling Debate: Potential Perils, Potential Successes
Some education debates focus on BIG questions: high structure vs. low structure pedagogy? technology: good…
Navigating Complexity: When 1st Order Solutions Create 2nd Order Problems
Here’s a common classroom problem. As I’m explaning a complex concept, a student raises a…
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Collaborative Learning and Working Memory Overload: Good News or Bad?
Consider the following paradox: Teachers need to give students instructions — of course we do! After…
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The Dangers of “The Big Ask”: In Defense of Stubborn...
Let’s face it: teaching is hard. I’ve been a classroom teacher for roughly 20 years —…