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Ep 9. The tweet that roared with Tom Bennett

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Jun 15, 2023
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ANECDOTE

Teacher Proof Origins

  • Tom Bennett wrote "Teacher Proof" in response to the prevalence of unsubstantiated claims in education.
  • He investigated the evidence behind these claims, often finding weak support, and began blogging about it.
INSIGHT

Folk Teaching

  • Tom Bennett discusses "folk teaching," where educational practices lack evidence.
  • He stresses the need for constant evidence presentation to combat these practices.
ANECDOTE

The Tweet that Roared

  • ResearchED started with a single tweet by Tom Bennett proposing a research conference.
  • The response was overwhelming, leading to a successful first conference and the growth of a global movement.
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