Best Anna Stokke Podcasts (2024)

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Autism and evidence-based math instruction with Katharine Beals (Ep 28) 1:02:05

14d ago1:02:05

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In episode 28, math professor Anna Stokke interviews Dr. Katharine Beals, who is a linguist and expert in using evidence-based instruction to teach students with autism. Katharine is the author of several books on autism, including one focused on autism-friendly curriculum and instruction. They begin the episode with an overview of autism, where Ka…

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Using evidence in education with Pamela Snow (Ep 27) 1:10:51

1M ago1:10:51

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In Episode 27, math professor Anna Stokke talks with Dr. Pamela Snow, a cognitive psychology professor at La Trobe University’s School of Education in Australia. She is renowned for her expertise in language and literacy instruction and co-founded the Science of Language and Reading (SOLAR) Lab at La Trobe, which assists schools in adopting scienti…

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Baerg & Vieira: Literacy learnings - systems, prof. development, and data collection 49:22

1M ago49:22

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In this episode, James and Kathleen welcome Melanie Baerg (returning) and Ana Vieira for another discussion on literacy. We dive deeper into screening, teacher training, intervention principles, and systemic challenges and changes (BC Ministry of Ed and Childcare). Resources: Dyslexia Canada Spotlight: Myths, Barriers and Successes https://youtu.be…

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Cognitive load theory in math class with David Morkunas (Ep 26) 56:25

2M ago56:25

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In Episode 26, math professor Anna Stokke is joined by David Morkunas, who is an Australian teacher and numeracy learning specialist. Their conversation focusses on practical applications of cognitive load theory and explicit instruction for teaching math. They discuss David’s role in overseeing a primary math program. He shares strategies for inco…

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Understanding math reform ideology with Tom Loveless (Ep 25) 1:09:54

3M ago1:09:54

1:09:54

In this episode, math professor Anna Stokke is joined by education policy expert, Dr. Tom Loveless. They discuss the National Math Advisory Panel and some of the recommendations in from its final report. They talk about the influential 1989 NCTM standards and their global impact on math education as well as the history of the math wars. Tom discuss…

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Lisa Kelly-Vance & Vern Davis: Preventing burnout 43:20

3M ago43:20

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In this episode, James and Kathleen chat with Lisa Kelly-Vance and Vern Davis regarding professional wellness and strategies for preventing burn-out. Remember to connect with us on our socials: X: @bcaspcertified Facebook: BC Association of School Psychologists

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Raising student achievement with Dylan Wiliam (Ep 24) 1:01:28

3M ago1:01:28

1:01:28

In Episode 24, Anna Stokke interviews Dr. Dylan Wiliam, who is an education researcher renowned for his expertise on formative assessment. They begin by discussing PISA scores and the need to improve math proficiency. They then focus on Dylan's two primary recommendations for raising student achievement – a knowledge-rich curriculum and investing i…

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Juliana Negreiros: Supporting the anxious student 31:42

4M ago31:42

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In this episode, James and Kathleen talk with Dr. Juliana Negreiros about mental health and specifically, best practices for supporting students with anxiety. For more resources recommended by Dr. Negreiros, please navigate to: https://www.beaconpsychology.ca/anxiety

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Red flags in education research with Ben Solomon (Ep 23) 1:08:20

5M ago1:08:20

1:08:20

Join math professor, Anna Stokke, for a discussion with Dr. Ben Solomon in the final episode of the first season of Chalk & Talk. Ben is a psychology professor and a researcher in math assessment and intervention, known for his expertise in research methodology. One of the goals of this episode is to provide teachers, parents, and the wider public …

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Anna Stokke: The science of math education 28:55

6M ago28:55

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In this episode, Kathleen and James are joined by Dr. Anna Stokke -- Professor at the Dept. of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Winnipeg. We talk about approaches for effective math instruction (e.g., incremental rehearsal and worked examples).

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Mindsets and educational misconceptions with Carl Hendrick (Ep 22) 59:01

6M ago59:01

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Join math professor, Anna Stokke, in conversation with author and educator Dr. Carl Hendrick. They begin by discussing research on growth mindset. Then, they discuss whether motivation is a precursor to academic success or if, in fact, success is more likely to lead to motivation. They talk about whether engagement is a valid measure of learning an…

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Ep 21. The right to learn math with Daniel Ansari 57:34

7M ago57:34

57:34

Join math professor, Anna Stokke, as she interviews Dr. Daniel Ansari, who is a Canada Research Chair in developmental cognitive neuroscience. They discuss the importance of early numeracy skills and his research on symbolic representations. They talk about similarities and differences between math and reading. They also debunk the misconception of…

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Ep 20. Reading and math: parallels and pitfalls with Matthew Burns 58:18

7M ago58:18

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Join math professor, Anna Stokke, for a discussion about reading and math with Dr. Matthew Burns. He is well-known for his research in reading instruction, including research on the effectiveness of the Fountas & Pinnell Benchmark Assessment System. He has also published research on math interventions. He gives a brief history of reading instructio…

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Daniel Ansari: Developing Numerical Cognition 28:30

8M ago28:30

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In this episode, Kathleen and James chat with Dr. Daniel Ansari about numerical cognition, math anxiety, and skills screeners.

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Ep 19. The Calculus Project with Adrian Mims 57:24

8M ago57:24

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Join Anna Stokke in conversation with Dr. Adrian Mims. He is the co-founder and CEO of the Calculus Project, which is a non-profit organization that aims to increase the number of Black, Hispanic, Indigenous and low-income students taking calculus, starting with support in middle school. They discuss why he started The Calculus Project, the various…

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Ep 18. Education myth-busting with Daisy Christodoulou 59:57

9M ago59:57

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Join math professor, Anna Stokke, in conversation with Daisy Christodoulou. Daisy is a teacher, an author and the Director of Education at No More Marking. They begin by discussing the myth that facts prevent understanding and the importance of content knowledge, with a side discussion on why it is important to memorize math facts. They discuss why…

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Liz Angoff: Explaining their brains to children 34:33

9M ago34:33

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In this episode, James and Kathleen speak with Dr. Liz Angoff on an approach for journeying with children in better understanding their brains. For resources that were discussed in the podcast, please proceed to https://explainingbrains.com/

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Ep 17. Do timed tests cause math anxiety? with Robin Codding 56:57

9M ago56:57

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In Episode 17, Anna Stokke sits down with Dr. Robin Codding to talk about timed tests and math anxiety. Robin is a psychology professor who researches math interventions, assessment tools and math anxiety. She is one of the founding members of the group The Science of Math. In this episode, Anna asks Robin to shed some light on claims that timed te…

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Ep 16. Applying cognitive science to education with Daniel Willingham 57:34

10M ago57:34

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In Episode 16, Anna Stokke talks to cognitive psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Daniel Willingham. Dan shares some of the strategies in his latest book, "Outsmart Your Brain: Why Learning Is Hard and How You Can Make It Easy." They begin by addressing the learning styles myth. They discuss what constitutes retrieval practice in a math context…

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Ep 15. Modern relevance in the math curriculum with Brian Conrad 1:01:48

10M ago1:01:48

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Join Anna Stokke in discussion with Dr. Brian Conrad, who is a math professor and director of undergraduate studies in math at Stanford. They discuss some modern-day applications of math, and he gives some advice for parents who wonder what type of math their kids should learn to be ready for a four-year college degree in STEM or other quantitative…

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Ep 14. Stress and learning with Dan Rosen 54:54

11M ago54:54

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Join Anna Stokke in discussion with Dr. Dan Rosen, who is a teacher and school leader. They explore the impact of stress on learning. They talk about the biology of stress, the difference between anxiety and stress, and common factors that trigger stress for students in the classroom. They also discuss misconceptions about stress. For example, stre…

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Ep 13. Powerful teaching with Patrice Bain 57:49

11M ago57:49

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In Episode 13, Anna Stokke discusses teaching with Patrice Bain, who is a co-author of the book Powerful Teaching: Unleash the Science of Learning. Patrice was one of the first K-12 teachers to partner with cognitive scientists so that research could be conducted in a classroom setting. This episode is all about using research-based power tools to …

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Ep 12. California’s math controversy with Jelani Nelson Part II 46:54

12M ago46:54

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This is the second episode of a two-part series featuring Dr. Jelani Nelson. He is a professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at UC Berkeley. Dr. Nelson, and other STEM leaders, have publicly raised concerns about the proposed California Math Framework (CMF). In this episode, Anna Stokke and Jelani Nelson discuss w…

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Ep 11. California’s math controversy with Jelani Nelson Part I 1:11:11

12M ago1:11:11

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This is the first episode of a two-part series featuring Dr. Jelani Nelson. He is a professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at UC Berkeley. Dr. Nelson, and other STEM leaders, have publicly raised concerns about the proposed California Math Framework (CMF). In this episode, much of the discussion surrounds the CMF…

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Ep 10. Maximizing learning through explicit instruction with Zach Groshell 57:48

1y ago57:48

57:48

Join math professor, Anna Stokke, as she chats with Dr. Zach Groshell. He is an instructional coach and a passionate advocate for evidence-informed teaching. They discuss whether it’s possible to expand working memory, the characteristics of a successful explicit instruction lesson, effective approaches for delivering feedback and more. They also t…

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Ep 9. The tweet that roared with Tom Bennett 1:04:22

1y ago1:04:22

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Join math professor, Anna Stokke, in conversation with Tom Bennett. He is a teacher, author and founder of the grass roots, non-profit organization ResearchED. Tom has a captivating sense of humour, making this a great listen. They discuss many things in this episode, such as education research, group work, cell phones in schools and evidence-infor…

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Sabre Cherkowski: Flourishing in education 35:33

1y ago35:33

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In this episode of the podcast, James and Kathleen talk with Dr. Sabre Cherkowski regarding educator flourishing and maximizing professional development opportunities. Qquestions/comments? Reach out to us on our socials @bcasp

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Ep 8. Lessons from around the world with Lucy Crehan 52:30

1y ago52:30

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In this episode math professor, Anna Stokke, interviews Lucy Crehan, who is a teacher and an author. In her book, Cleverlands, she presents her first-hand observations of the education systems in different countries. They discuss teacher qualifications in Finland and Singapore, teacher professional development in Japan and math lessons in Shanghai.…

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Ep 7. How to excel in math and other tough subjects with Barbara Oakley 58:57

1y ago58:57

58:57

Join Anna Stokke as she interviews Dr. Barbara Oakley, an engineering professor whose work focusses on the relationship between neuroscience and social behaviour. She is an expert on learning tough subjects and has written several books for teachers and students that detail science-based techniques for learning. They cover learning techniques such …

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Ep 6. Math teaching tips with Barry Garelick and JR Wilson 55:57

1y ago55:57

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In this episode, Anna Stokke is joined by two experienced teachers, Barry Garelick and JR Wilson. They have recently published a book called Traditional Math: an effective strategy that teachers feel guilty using. Throughout the interview, Barry and JR share strategies and practical advice that they have used in their own classrooms with great succ…

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Ep 5. Critical issues in education with Matt Henderson 57:54

1y ago57:54

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Join math professor, Anna Stokke, in conversation with Matt Henderson, an assistant superintendent of a school division in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. They discuss the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on education, challenges with online teaching, and the pervasive use of cell phones and social media. They also discuss the implications of AI, partic…

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Dr. Janine Jones: Culturally responsive school psychology 39:27

1y ago39:27

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In this episode of the podcast, we have a rich discussion with Dr. Janine Jones regarding culturally responsive school psychology. We also talk about how to respond to bullying and discrimination, and implications for working with indigenous populations, and psychoeducational evaluations. Resources: LAUGH: https://www.thecatherinemayerfoundation.or…

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Ep 4. Cognitive load theory with Greg Ashman 1:01:02

1y ago1:01:02

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In this episode, math professor Anna Stokke sits down with Dr. Greg Ashman, an Australian teacher, writer and researcher with a wealth of knowledge on cognitive load theory. Dr. Ashman shares his journey into education writing and research, including some of the challenges he has faced along the way. He shares some pitfalls of education research st…

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Ep 3. The Science of Math with Amanda VanDerHeyden 59:21

1+ y ago59:21

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Join math professor Anna Stokke as she interviews Dr. Amanda VanDerHeyden, a leading expert in using evidence-based methods to improve math instruction in schools. Dr. VanDerHeyden is a co-founder of The Science of Math, a group of experts advocating for evidence-based math instruction. Dr. VanDerHeyden shares the origins and goals of the Science o…

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Melanie Baerg: Developing foundational literacy skills in schools 38:25

1+ y ago38:25

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In this episode, James and Kathleen talk with Melanie Baerg regarding approaches for supporting teachers' literacy instruction.

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Ep 2. Evidence-based teaching strategies with Paul Kirschner 52:20

1+ y ago52:20

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Join math professor, Anna Stokke, in conversation with Dr. Paul Kirschner, a renowned educational psychology researcher and speaker. This episode will be of interest to anyone involved in teaching, whether they work with children or adults, or simply have an interest in education. Dr. Kirschner explains how we process information in our brains, and…

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Ep 1. Math and the Myth of Ability with John Mighton 49:45

1+ y ago49:45

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In this episode, math professor Anna Stokke sits down with mathematician and best-selling author John Mighton to discuss his passion for teaching math and his founding of JUMP Math, a charity dedicated to helping children achieve their full potential in mathematics. Mighton shares his insights on the persistent myth that some people are not wired t…

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Jan Hasbrouck: The science of reading 41:05

1+ y ago41:05

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In this episode, we talk with Dr. Jan Hasbrouck about the science of reading! We discuss evidence-based reading instruction, screening/assessment, data-based decision-making, and many more. Resources: Jan's website: https://www.janhasbrouck.com/ PEACE paper: https://www.readingrockets.org/article/print-speech-and-speech-print-mapping-early-literacy…

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Nancy Young: The ladder of reading and writing 36:36

1+ y ago36:36

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In this episode, we talk with Nancy Young about reading, including the Ladder of Reading and Writing, assessments, and interventions. Nancy's website: https://www.nancyyoung.ca/ Helpful resources: https://www.nancyyoung.ca/resources Ladder of Reading and Writing: https://www.nancyyoung.ca/ladder-of-reading-and-writing…

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Melanie Nelson: Supporting indigenous youth and families 30:17

1+ y ago30:17

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In this episode, we speak with Melanie Nelson on the role of school psychologists in supporting indigenous youth and their families. We acknowledge that we work, play and learn on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.…

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Anusha Kassan: Migration experiences and social justice 33:26

1+ y ago33:26

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Dr. Anusha Kassan joins us to discuss how to support the migration experiences of newcomer youth and other groups. We also talk about how to think about social justice in the field. Interact with us on our socials: @BCASPcertified on twitter and IG, and BC Association of School Psychologists on Facebook We acknowledge that we work, play and learn o…

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Donna Henderson: Less obvious presentations of autism 28:43

2y ago28:43

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In this inaugural episode of the BCASP pod, BC School Psychologists James and Kathleen welcome Dr. Donna Henderson -- an expert on the less obvious presentations of autism. Thank you for listening! Remember to follow us on our socials: @bcaspcertified on twitter and instagram We acknowledge that we work, play and learn on the unceded territories of…

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