Craig Barton

Craig Barton, former teacher and author known for applying cognitive science to lessons. Anna Stokke, mathematician and K–12 advocate behind Chalk and Talk. John Mighton, founder of Jump Math who builds scaffolded mastery programs. Barbara Oakley, learning scientist and author. Amanda VanDer Heyden, MTSS founder focused on fluency and screening. They discuss designing instruction for limited working memory, fluency vs accuracy, scaffolded class-wide interventions, and making evidence-based methods scalable and irresistible to teachers.

Craig Barton, maths teacher, author and Head of Education at Eedi, shares classroom-tested tactics. He spotlights mini whiteboards and call-and-respond for quick checks. He breaks down diagnostic multiple-choice questions and the value of common wrong answers. He also explores the pre-test effect, collaborative question writing, and practical CPD to make teaching more responsive.

In this engaging conversation, Craig Barton, an experienced mathematics teacher and author, dives into the practical application of cognitive science in teaching. He discusses strategies for maintaining student attention by reducing distractions, the importance of practice in learning, and the effectiveness of high-frequency checks for understanding. Barton also highlights the significance of structured routines, low-stakes quizzes, and collaborative learning through peer teaching, offering insight into how schools can foster shared values for enhanced educational outcomes.