
Adopting the Science of Learning Principles as a Central Focus with Lynn Gaffney
11/27/24 • 38 min
In this episode, host Gene Tavernetti interviews Lynn Gaffney, the Assistant Superintendent for Instruction at Watertown City School District. They discuss strategies for improving test scores, the science of learning, and the importance of instructional practices. Lynn Gaffney discusses the adoption of Science of Learning principles as a central focus for an entire district, aiming to enhance educational outcomes across the board.
Books mentioned in episode:
Patrice Bain: Powerful Teaching
Karin Chenoweth: Schools That Succeed
Gene Tavernetti: Teach FAST: Focused Adapatable Structured Teaching
Gene TavernettI: Maximizing the Impact of Coaching Cycles
Programs mentioned:
Spring Math - Amanda VanDerheyden
University of Florida Literacy Institute (UFLI) Foundations - Holly Lane
Effective Teaching - APL Associates Jean Anastacio and David Perry
The Reading League (Syracuse, NY Chapter)
- (00:00) - Lynn Gaffney
- (35:07) - Lynn has a question for Gene
This podcast sponsored by:
The Bell Ringer, a weekly newsletter providing news, tools, and resources on the science of learning, written by education reporter Holly Korbey. Subscribe here.
Murmuration Author Services by Mark Combes. Looking to write your first book? Murmuration Author Services is your friend and coach for this journey. Learn more here.
In this episode, host Gene Tavernetti interviews Lynn Gaffney, the Assistant Superintendent for Instruction at Watertown City School District. They discuss strategies for improving test scores, the science of learning, and the importance of instructional practices. Lynn Gaffney discusses the adoption of Science of Learning principles as a central focus for an entire district, aiming to enhance educational outcomes across the board.
Books mentioned in episode:
Patrice Bain: Powerful Teaching
Karin Chenoweth: Schools That Succeed
Gene Tavernetti: Teach FAST: Focused Adapatable Structured Teaching
Gene TavernettI: Maximizing the Impact of Coaching Cycles
Programs mentioned:
Spring Math - Amanda VanDerheyden
University of Florida Literacy Institute (UFLI) Foundations - Holly Lane
Effective Teaching - APL Associates Jean Anastacio and David Perry
The Reading League (Syracuse, NY Chapter)
- (00:00) - Lynn Gaffney
- (35:07) - Lynn has a question for Gene
This podcast sponsored by:
The Bell Ringer, a weekly newsletter providing news, tools, and resources on the science of learning, written by education reporter Holly Korbey. Subscribe here.
Murmuration Author Services by Mark Combes. Looking to write your first book? Murmuration Author Services is your friend and coach for this journey. Learn more here.
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00:00 Introduction
00:38 Guest Introduction
03:14 Pandemic Response
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28:44 Educator's Role in Technology Use
35:22 Frank Has a Question for Gene
40:18 Conclusion and Call to Action
Books referenced in this podcast:
Jonathan Haidt: The Anxious Generation
- (00:00) - Frank Rodriguez
- (35:52) - Frank Has a Question for Gene
This podcast sponsored by:
The Bell Ringer, a weekly newsletter providing news, tools, and resources on the science of learning, written by education reporter Holly Korbey. Subscribe here.
Murmuration Author Services by Mark Combes. Looking to write your first book? Murmuration Author Services is your friend and coach for this journey. Learn more here.
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The Bell Ringer, a weekly newsletter providing news, tools, and resources on the science of learning, written by education reporter Holly Korbey. Subscribe here.
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