Research Backed Literacy, Higher Standards, and Their Impact - Dr. Timothy Shanahan
David Abel talks with Dr. Timothy Shanahan about the state of literacy in US schools, and what the research is telling us to do differently.
Teaching Language and Content - Dr. Aida Walqui
Dr. Aída Walqui discusses the state of English Language Learning pedagogy today, and what can be done to improve it.
We've Got Work to Do - Former Education Secretary Dr. John B King
Former Education Secretary John King discusses the state of education in America today and what can be done to improve it.
Democracy, Equity, and Mathematics Education - Doug Sovde
Kristen Ehlman interviews Doug Sovde about the role of mathematics knowledge in who acquires power in a democracy, and how it is incumbent upon us to widen the net of opportunity.
Writing Instruction in the Era of Higher Standards - Dr. Judith Hochman
Judith Hochman talks about writing instruction in schools, including common misconceptions about writing and how it fits into an integrated model of literacy instruction.
Fluency in Elementary School - Dr. David Paige
UnboundEd presents David Paige who gives a comprehensive overview of what fluency is, its importance, its development, and how teachers can support students struggling with fluency.
UnboundEdParadigm Shift: Introducing Rigor - Cheryl Dobbertin
Cheryl Dobbertin, Director of Learning and School Improvement at Monroe #1 BOCES, explores the role of reading and writing, giving voice to all kids in the classroom, reading levels, and pushing the boundaries with rigorous and diverse reading and writing experiences post Common Core.
The Standards for Mathematical Practice - Dr. Bill McCallum
Bill McCallum, professor of mathematics and lead author of the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics, discusses what some selected Standards for Mathematical Practice looks like across all grade levels.
Cognitive Psychology And Reading - Dr. Dan Willingham
UnboundEd presents Dr. Dan Willingham, who discusses the practical application of the latest scientific research in cognitive psychology to the field of education.
The Place Of Argumentation In Curriculum - Judson Odell
Judson Odell discusses the unique place of argumentation in the Common Core State Standards, the demand for critical thinking in our world, and the challenges that accompany implementing rigorous curriculum.