Curiosity for Better Learning
Welcome to the Curiosity for Better Learning podcast where we talk with educators, researchers, and thought leaders about top of mind topics in the K-12 education space! We hope you take away evidence backed insights from cutting-edge research, practical ideas you can try in the classroom today, and questions that inspire your own exploration to learn more; awakening your professional curiosity.
- Update frequency
- every 68 days
- Average duration
- 19 minutes
- Episodes
- 10
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2024
Collaborating for School Improvement feat. R12CC (Pt. 2)
We met with Rich Resendez and Katie Allen to talk about the work they do with The Region 12 Comprehensive Center to improve student and teacher outcomes across Colorado, Kansas, and Missouri.
Key Tak…
Collaborating for School Improvement feat. R12CC (Pt. 1)
We met with Rich Resendez and Katie Allen to talk about the work they do with The Region 12 Comprehensive Center to improve student and teacher outcomes across Colorado, Kansas, and Missouri.
Key Tak…
Defining Literacy feat. Imua Literacy (Pt. 2)
This is the second half of our conversation with Erin D'Amelio & Dr. Esmeralda Carini where we discuss evidence-backed strategies for encouraging literacy and academic talk in the classroom.
Key Takea…
Defining Literacy feat. Imua Literacy (Pt.1)
We catch up with Erin D'Amelio & Dr. Esmeralda Carini to discuss their work and contributions to the Hawai’i State Literacy plan, a multilateral blueprint designed to give students across the region …
What's New with The New Classroom Instruction That Works?
Come with us on an exciting deep dive into the research, evidence, and dedication that's gone into creation of The New Classroom Instruction That Works with renown author/educators, Kris Rouleau and …
Networked Improvement Communities: building towards better student outcomes
We speak with Ben Cronkright and Chelsea Keehne about establishing Networked Improvement Communities that provide iterative support for educators and better learning experiences for students.
Key take…
What’s in It for Me? Engaging Students in Their Learning (Pt. 2)
We pick up our conversation with former teacher, current award winning author Cheryl Abla about engaging students in their learning and what effective PD looks like.
Key takeaways include:
- Student enga…
What’s in It for Me? Engaging Students in Their Learning (Pt. 1)
We speak with former teacher, current award winning author Cheryl Abla about engaging students in their learning and what effective PD looks like.
Key takeaways include:
- Student engagement strategies f…
What’s So Curious About Curiosity?
We interview McREL CEO Bryan Goodwin about his former role as a high school teacher and how curiosity plays a key role in teaching and learning.
Key Takeaways:
- Quick teaching strategies that encourages…
Guaranteed and Viable Curriculum: Collaboration For Equitable Student Outcomes
We interview educational consultant, Kathleen Dempsey about how school leaders and leadership teams can self-assess the “guaranteed and viable” status of their curriculum.
Key takeaways include:
- Defini…