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22 – Emma Turner on Primary Curriculum Design and Cognitive Science

Posted on September 24, 2023September 24, 2023 by Brendan

In this episode, Brendan Lee speaks with Emma Turner. She is an experienced school leader, author and co-host of the Mind the Gap podcast with Tom Sherrington. Her ability to describe what teachers need to know about curriculum development will leave you scribbling down notes throughout the episode. She also touches on what school leaders need to consider, cognitive science through the lens of a primary teacher and much more!
In this session, you will hear from real teachers discussing their real-world challenges in implementing the science of learning. Dr Nathaniel Swain and Brendan Lee then guide the teachers and school leaders through some possible solutions, taking an evidence-informed approach.
In this conversation, Nathaniel plays the teacher version of Dolly Doctor and addresses some of the most sought-after questions in education and provides a number of practical, ready-to-use examples of how to implement the science of learning.

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21 – Dr. Nathaniel Swain and Brendan Lee coaching workshop (live): Supporting teachers in implementing the science of learning

Posted on September 10, 2023September 10, 2023 by Brendan

Listen to this live coaching workshop on implementing the science of learning with Dr. Nathaniel Swain and Brendan Lee.

In this session, you will hear from real teachers discussing their real-world challenges in implementing the science of learning. Dr Nathaniel Swain and Brendan Lee then guide the teachers and school leaders through some possible solutions, taking an evidence-informed approach.
In this conversation, Nathaniel plays the teacher version of Dolly Doctor and addresses some of the most sought-after questions in education and provides a number of practical, ready-to-use examples of how to implement the science of learning.

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20 – Dr. Nathaniel Swain answers the FAQ about implementing the science of learning

Posted on August 27, 2023August 27, 2023 by Brendan

In this episode, Brendan Lee chats with Dr. Nathaniel Swain. He is currently a Senior Lecturer, Learning Sciences and Learner Engagement at La Trobe University and has also been a speech-language pathologist, teacher and is the founder of Think Forward Educators.

In this conversation, Nathaniel plays the teacher version of Dolly Doctor and addresses some of the most sought-after questions in education and provides a number of practical, ready-to-use examples of how to implement the science of learning.

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07 – Greg Clement on achieving school excellence through the science of reading

Posted on March 19, 2023June 10, 2023 by Brendan

n this episode of the Knowledge for Teachers Podcast, Brendan Lee speaks to former principal, Greg Clement. In this conversation, we find out how he transformed Clayton South Primary School from the worst school in the network to the second best within 12 months.

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Why you can’t change someone who believes in balanced literacy

Posted on August 16, 2022July 12, 2023 by Brendan

In this blog, I will look at why it can be so hard to get someone to change and four simple steps that we can follow to support them through the transformation in their thinking.
1. Agree on the problem
2. See the world through their eyes
3. Shrink the change
4. Clarify the solution

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5 Rules For Using Data Effectively

Posted on July 7, 2022July 12, 2023 by Brendan

So much is invested into schools based on data, yet I will argue in this article, a lot of school data isn’t reliable or valid. I will also analyse some of the mistakes many schools make when looking at data. Finally, I will offer 5 rules to follow in order to use data effectively.

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Can we create professional learning that works for teachers? (Part 1)

Posted on April 28, 2022July 12, 2023 by Brendan

Teacher professional learning is one of those things that all schools do, but not many do well. This article looks at why it needs to be done well and how we can do it using the evidence.

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How To Implement The Science Of Learning When The Rest Of The School Isn’t

Posted on March 16, 2022July 12, 2023 by Brendan

More educators are wanting to implement the Science of Learning or Reading but hit a roadblock when trying to implement it across the school. This article explains how to move a Pre-Contemplator through the Stages of Change (Prochaska & DiClemente) and present them with a Theory of Action (Robinson).

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The ABCD(E) of Motivation

Posted on October 30, 2021July 12, 2023 by Brendan

Coming from a sporting background and then moving into teaching, I have always been intrigued with motivation. Many classes have left me wondering why some students have this drive to do their best, while others will do their best to avoid doing their best! I have come up with this model on motivation as a way of combining the knowledge I have gained from learning about psychology and cognitive science. I feel knowing these five principles are vital for understanding why people do what they do.

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It’s not the footballers’ fault they make dumb decisions

Posted on September 29, 2021March 17, 2022 by Brendan

Why do we continue to see young footballers making such poor decisions off the field? This article looks at why it is happening and what we can do to support them better.

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  • 22 – Emma Turner on Primary Curriculum Design and Cognitive Science
  • 21 – Dr. Nathaniel Swain and Brendan Lee coaching workshop (live): Supporting teachers in implementing the science of learning
  • 20 – Dr. Nathaniel Swain answers the FAQ about implementing the science of learning
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