Engaging with academic literature can transform teaching practices.

In this engaging conversation, Arthur Moore and Amarbeer Singh Gill discuss the journey of writing the educational book 'Strengthening the Student Toolbox.' They explore the importance of long-term learning strategies, the impact of tutoring, and the charitable contributions made through book sales. Amarbeer shares insights on teaching methodologies and the value of interdisciplinary learning, while also highlighting his favourite educational reads that have influenced his practice.

Dunlosky's Strengthening the Student Toolbox in Actionhttps://amzn.to/3JQhbE3

"You have to embrace the imperfection."

In this conversation, Rachel Ball discusses her book 'The Scaffolding Effect' co-authored with Alex Fairland, focusing on the importance of scaffolding in education. They explore the transition from differentiation to adaptive teaching, emphasizing practical strategies for teachers to implement scaffolding effectively. The discussion highlights the need for teachers to embrace imperfection, utilize verbal nudges, and adapt their teaching methods to meet students' needs. Rachel also shares insights on impactful educational books that have influenced her teaching approach.

Find out more about Rachel

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-ball-b99b89177/?originalSubdomain=uk

The Scaffolding Effect

https://amzn.to/48nEtv6

"Rehearse, practice, refine."

In this conversation, Jamie Clark discusses the inspiration behind his book 'One Pages' and its focus on providing concise, actionable insights for teachers. He emphasizes the importance of understanding cognitive science in education and how his work aims to make research accessible and practical for educators. The discussion also covers the evolution of his work into a second volume, the significance of design and narrative in educational resources, and the ongoing journey of professional development for teachers. Jamie shares his thoughts on the necessity of practice and refinement in teaching, concluding with insights on how educators can continuously improve their practice.

Jamie Clark:

https://www.jamieleeclark.com/

DistillEd

https://newsletter.jamieleeclark.com/