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The What And Who Of EDU

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 Welcome to The What and Who of EDU. Join us as we talk with thought leaders, educators, and experts to explore the latest trends, innovations, and best practices shaping education today. Whether in the classroom or beyond, we equip educators with the tools and insights to support student learning anytime, anywhere.2025
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  • 10 Teaching Strategies Teachers Once Doubted & Now Swear By

    10 Teaching Strategies Teachers Once Doubted & Now Swear By
    Dec 3 2025
    Some teaching ideas feel a little too trendy, too techy, or too fluffy… until they're not. Today we're counting down 10 teaching strategies educators once doubted and now swear by. From the surprising power of silence to the glow-up of structured lectures, these are the classroom moves that went from "no thanks" to "never teaching without it." You'll hear from instructors across English, psychology, chemistry, economics, math, and biology as they share the moments that changed their minds and their classrooms. Along the way, we explore what actually boosts student engagement, strengthens learning, and saves instructors time and energy. Brought to you by Macmillan Learning Lectures can be boring. So give yours a glow-up.Enjoy the Sound of Silence. Pauses are where learning happens.Scaffold. Rome wasn't built in a draft, and neither are great essays.Doubting the five-page paper? Go with short writing to build stronger thinking.Ungraded work still counts. Students need a point, not a point system.Now be a good robot. Tech doesn't replace teachers, it frees them up to teach.Flip the script. Move content home so class time focuses on context.Turn the discussion bored into a discussion board. The right prompt can transform 120 posts into 120 perspectives.Learn together, better. Group work isn't chaos, it's collaboration with a plan.Multiple choice isn't the easy way out. Done right, it's practice for the real-world exams ahead. Dr. Margaret Holloway is an Assistant Professor of English and the Composition Coordinator in the English & Modern Languages Department at Clark Atlanta University. My research is rooted in the rhetoric and composition discipline, and I have nine years of college-level teaching experience. Dr. Ryan Herzog is an Associate Professor of Economics, Program Coordinator, and Faculty Fellow at Gonzaga University, where he has been teaching for 16 years. His work focuses on macroeconomics, financial markets, and public policy. Jennifer Duncan is an Associate Professor of English at Georgia State University's Perimeter College. She has been teaching English literature and composition for twenty-five years and specializing in online teaching for fifteen. Dr. Kendra Thomas is an Associate Professor of Psychology at Hope College. She has been teaching human development courses for 12 years. She is a mother of two and researches adolescents' perceptions of justice and how hope changes over time. Dr. Christin Monroe is an Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Landmark College, where she has been teaching for five years. She teaches in Principles of Chemistry, Intro to Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Biochemistry, with a focus on supporting neurodivergent learners through inclusive & innovative teaching practices. Dr. Daniel M. Look is the Charles A. Dana Professor of Mathematics at St. Lawrence University. He's spent over 25 years trying to convince students that math is not only useful, but occasionally fun. He authored Math Cats: Scratching the Surface of Mathematics (Running Press, Oct 2025), an illustrated exploration of mathematical ideas through the lens of cats. Mary Gourley is a psychology instructor at Gaston College with over 16 years of teaching experience. She also teaches gender, human sexuality, and social psychology courses at New Mexico State University's Global Campus. Julie Moore has been teaching writing and literature in Higher Education for 35 years, and is currently working as a Senior Online Academic Advisor and First-Year Composition Instructor for Eastern University. She's authored four collections of poems, with several notable prizes including the Donald Murray Prize from Writing on the Edge. Betsy Langness is the Psychology Department Head at Jefferson Community and Technical College, where she has worked for 20+ years. She currently teaches psychology courses in a virtual, asynchronous environment. Previously, she worked as a counselor and worked as Senior Academic Advisor for the Honors Program at the University of Louisville. Dr. Jennifer Ripley Stueckle has spent the past 17 years as a Teaching Professor and Non-Majors Biology Program Director at West Virginia University. She has taught introductory biology, immunology and human physiology. She also created biology courses offered through dual enrollment at West Virginia high schools. Dr. Amy Goodman is a Senior Lecturer in the Mathematics Department at Baylor University, where she has taught since 1999. In addition to teaching, she is also a course designer, author, teaching mentor, and learning analytics researcher. Her pedagogy is founded on the belief that all students can be successful at math. ☎️ Join the Conversation If this episode gave you something useful, or just made you nod while grading, pass it along to a colleague or that one friend who still says "I'm staying ahead this semester." (We believe in you.) Got a tip of your own? Send us an email at TheWhatAndWhoOfEDU@Macmillan.com or leave us ...
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    25 min
  • From Grades to Grit: What Psychology Authors Drs. Dave Myers and June Gruber Want Every Student to Know

    From Grades to Grit: What Psychology Authors Drs. Dave Myers and June Gruber Want Every Student to Know
    Nov 19 2025

    What do sleep, gratitude, and emotional chaos have in common? Psychology.

    In this student-focused episode of The What and Who of EDU, Dr. Dave Myers and Dr. June Gruber return to explore how psychology can help students live better, not just learn better. From stress and self-compassion to gratitude, emotional diversity, and the paradox of happiness, they unpack the research behind what really helps students thrive, both inside and outside the classroom.

    You'll hear how to use stress as a tool for growth, why chasing happiness can backfire, and how simple habits like gratitude and reflection can build lasting resilience. Whether you're a student navigating college life or an educator supporting them, this episode delivers practical, science-backed strategies for managing emotions, staying grounded, and finding meaning in the messy middle of it all.


    Brought to you by Macmillan Learning

    What You'll Learn in This Episode
    • How studying psychology can improve your life beyond the classroom
    • The difference between healthy and harmful stress
    • Why emotional diversity supports mental health
    • How gratitude and self-compassion build resilience
    • Why chasing happiness can backfire
    • How to use evidence, not anecdotes, to make better choices
    • What the research says about optimism, flow, and human growth
    Featured Guests

    Dr. David Myers – Professor of Psychology at Hope College and author of the world's best-selling psychology textbook. His research spans behavior genetics, social psychology, and public understanding of science.

    Dr. June Gruber – Associate Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of Colorado Boulder and Director of the Positive Emotion & Psychopathology Lab. Her research explores emotion science, mental health, and the science of well-being.

    Resources

    More about Dave & June

    🎧 Missed the first two episodes in this series?

    Check out Episode 1: The Psychology of Psychology on Apple, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    Check out Episode 2: Teaching Like a Psychologist on on Apple, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts

    Resources

    • Exploring Psychology, 13th edition
    • Psychology in Everyday Life, 7th edition
    • Psychology, 14th edition
    • Student Store: Psychology, 14th edition
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    26 min
  • Teaching Like a Psychologist: Drs. Dave Myers & June Gruber Discuss Strategies To Foster Wellness and Belonging

    Teaching Like a Psychologist: Drs. Dave Myers & June Gruber Discuss Strategies To Foster Wellness and Belonging
    Nov 5 2025
    What if the secret to better teaching isn't about what you teach, but how students experience your classroom? Psychology legends Dr. David Myers and Dr. June Gruber have spent decades studying what actually makes information stick and it's not more PowerPoint slides. In this episode, they reveal why removing 18 chairs from your classroom, scheduling 5-minute coffee chats, and teaching students about "micro-friendships" might be the most powerful teaching strategies you'll ever use. From awe walks to anxiety management, from handling shelter-in-place alerts to designing spaces for hearing loss, this isn't your typical pedagogy discussion. The duo discuss some intentional moments that transform students from passive listeners into engaged humans who actually retain what you taught them. Spoiler alert: Teaching like a psychologist is good pedagogy. Period. Brought to you by Macmillan Learning What You'll Learn in This Episode Teaching Psychology in Practice How to move from passive learning to active, reflective engagementSimple classroom changes that boost belongingHow "micro-friendships" can transform classroom dynamicsWhy small gestures like eye contact or remembering a name make a big impactWhat educators can do before class starts to build trust and connection Strategies You Can Use Tomorrow How to use tools like the Perceived Stress Scale and "ask yourself" promptsWhy five-minute office check-ins build stronger student relationshipsEasy, low-stakes ways to reduce test anxiety and support emotional awarenessHow to handle emotionally heavy topics in a supportive, science-informed way Psychology Beyond the Psych Classroom How psychology concepts can enhance STEM, humanities, and public health coursesWhy the "teach fewer things better" philosophy improves long-term learningWhat sleep science and stress research can teach students in any disciplineHow art and nature-based practices like awe walks support well-being and learning Featured Guests: Dr. David Myers – Professor of Psychology at Hope College and author of the world's best-selling psychology textbook, read by millions of students globally. His research spans behavior genetics, social psychology, and the public understanding of science. Despite being completely deaf without hearing technology, Dave has championed inclusive learning and continues to shape how students understand the brain, behavior, and human nature. Dr. June Gruber – Associate Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of Colorado Boulder and Director of the Positive Emotion & Psychopathology Lab. June's research explores emotion science, mental health, and what it truly means to thrive. As co-author of the best-selling psychology textbook, she brings cutting-edge research on student well-being, emotional diversity, and positive psychology to millions of learner More about Dave & June **** Check out Episode 1: The Psychology of Psychology on Apple, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. Resources Exploring Psychology, 13th editionPsychology in Everyday Life, 7th edition Psychology, 14th edition Student Store: Psychology, 14th editionDavid Myers Classroom ActivitiesAbout Dr. Douglas BernsteinAbout Dr. Christopher France Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) – used in June's classroom to help students assess their own stress levels"Micro-Friendship" Research by Nicholas Epley; Overly Shallow?: Miscalibrated Expectations Create a Barrier to Deeper ConversationPositive Psychology Center at the University of Pennsylvania (for happiness surveys)Assistive Listening Advocacy by Dr. David Myers
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    33 min
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