School's In
Stanford Graduate School of Education
Unlock the future of learning with School’s In, your go-to podcast for cutting-edge insights and enlightening conversations in education. Presented by Stanford Graduate School of Education (Stanford GSE), this podcast is hosted by Dean Dan Schwartz and Senior Lecturer Denise Pope. They invite you to join them as they navigate the complexities of post-pandemic education and discuss the latest research in teaching and learning.
This season on School’s In, we delve into a variety of pressing topics with the help of our fellow Stanford experts. Discover how AI is transforming classrooms and personalizing learning experiences. Learn effective strategies to tackle chronic absenteeism and summer learning loss, and explore solutions for addressing educational inequality and supporting youth mental health. Additionally, we examine the role technology plays in reshaping learning environments. Join us as we discuss the incredible research being done in education today.
Dan Schwartz is a recognized expert in human learning and educational technology. As dean of Stanford GSE, he has led numerous initiatives to advance effective teaching strategies and technologies. He also serves as faculty director of the Stanford Accelerator for Learning, which aims to advance the science and design of learning to bring effective and equitable solutions to the world.
Denise Pope specializes in student well-being and engagement. A senior lecturer at Stanford GSE, her research focuses on academic stress and its consequences on students' mental health and learning. She is the author of several books and articles that support parents and teachers in creating more positive learning environments, including Doing School: How We Are Creating a Generation of Stressed Out, Materialistic, and Miseducated Students. Pope is also co-founder of the education nonprofit Challenge Success, which promotes equitable practices for balanced lives.
Together, they offer valuable observations and practical advice for parents, caregivers, educators, and anyone connected to the learning community. With a commitment to educational equity and innovation, they bring you expert perspectives and engaging conversations on the critical issues facing learners today.
Stanford GSE is a leader in education research and teaching, known for its commitment to pursuing equitable, accessible, and effective learning for all. The school’s dedication to preparing educators and researchers through interdisciplinary approaches ensures its lasting impact on the field.
“We’re here to help you navigate the complexities of post-pandemic education and stay ahead of the learning curve” says Schwartz, “so join us as we discuss practical solutions to some of education’s most challenging issues.”
Don't miss out on insightful discussions meant to keep you ahead of the learning curve! Subscribe to our newsletter now, follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn and visit our School’s In website for more updates and episodes. School’s In promises to be an essential resource for anyone passionate about learning.
This season on School’s In, we delve into a variety of pressing topics with the help of our fellow Stanford experts. Discover how AI is transforming classrooms and personalizing learning experiences. Learn effective strategies to tackle chronic absenteeism and summer learning loss, and explore solutions for addressing educational inequality and supporting youth mental health. Additionally, we examine the role technology plays in reshaping learning environments. Join us as we discuss the incredible research being done in education today.
Dan Schwartz is a recognized expert in human learning and educational technology. As dean of Stanford GSE, he has led numerous initiatives to advance effective teaching strategies and technologies. He also serves as faculty director of the Stanford Accelerator for Learning, which aims to advance the science and design of learning to bring effective and equitable solutions to the world.
Denise Pope specializes in student well-being and engagement. A senior lecturer at Stanford GSE, her research focuses on academic stress and its consequences on students' mental health and learning. She is the author of several books and articles that support parents and teachers in creating more positive learning environments, including Doing School: How We Are Creating a Generation of Stressed Out, Materialistic, and Miseducated Students. Pope is also co-founder of the education nonprofit Challenge Success, which promotes equitable practices for balanced lives.
Together, they offer valuable observations and practical advice for parents, caregivers, educators, and anyone connected to the learning community. With a commitment to educational equity and innovation, they bring you expert perspectives and engaging conversations on the critical issues facing learners today.
Stanford GSE is a leader in education research and teaching, known for its commitment to pursuing equitable, accessible, and effective learning for all. The school’s dedication to preparing educators and researchers through interdisciplinary approaches ensures its lasting impact on the field.
“We’re here to help you navigate the complexities of post-pandemic education and stay ahead of the learning curve” says Schwartz, “so join us as we discuss practical solutions to some of education’s most challenging issues.”
Don't miss out on insightful discussions meant to keep you ahead of the learning curve! Subscribe to our newsletter now, follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn and visit our School’s In website for more updates and episodes. School’s In promises to be an essential resource for anyone passionate about learning.
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Apr 13, 2019 • 29min
A Conversation about AI in Education
Stanford Graduate School of Education Dean Dan Schwartz talks with co-host Denise Pope about the role of artificial intelligence in our everyday lives and its impact on child learning and education.
Mar 2, 2019 • 29min
The Intersection of Language and Race with Jonathan Rosa
Jonathan Rosa is a linguistic anthropologist and an assistant professor at the Stanford Graduate School of Education. He discusses how language and race intersect, and how teachers can approach these language differences in the classroom.
Feb 16, 2019 • 28min
Global Efforts to Educate Girls with Kathryn Moeller
Kathryn Moeller is a visiting assistant professor at the Lemann Center at the Stanford Graduate School of Education. She is the author of the 2018 book, "The Gender Effect: Capitalism, Feminism, and the Corporate Politics of Development." She discusses the global effort to educate girls and women and how empowerment programs are sometimes based on questionable evidence.
Feb 16, 2019 • 28min
Learning Differences with Elizabeth Kozleski
Elizabeth Kozleski is the dean’s senior scholar for teaching and learning at the Stanford Graduate School of Education. On this episode, she discusses inclusiveness, learning differences and how children are tracked into special education classrooms.
Jan 19, 2019 • 28min
Shaping Policy with Evidence with Heather Hough
How should policymakers decide how to shape the education system? Research should be a critical starting point, says Heather Hough, executive director of Policy Analysis for California Education. On this episode, she discusses Getting Down to Facts II, which is a new report that provides an analysis of what’s working and not working in California schools.
Jan 19, 2019 • 28min
Learning, Design and Technology with Karin Forssell
Karin Forssell, director of the Learning, Design and Technology program at the Stanford Graduate School of Education, explains the purpose of maker spaces and how technology is used in the classroom.
Oct 27, 2018 • 28min
Acquiring Language with Michael Frank
Michael Frank, associate professor of psychology at Stanford, discusses research on how children learn language and develop speech skills. He shares some tips on what parents and educators can do to provide kids with an excellent environment for learning and understanding language.
Oct 13, 2018 • 30min
Tackling Concussions in School Sports with Shelley Goldman and Piya Sorcar
Shelley Goldman, associate dean for faculty at the Stanford Graduate School of Education, and Piya Sorcar, CEO of the nonprofit TeachAIDS,
tell us about concussions during school sports, how to identify them, and talking to students about understanding and reporting concussions.
Oct 13, 2018 • 28min
Taking the Stress Out of College Selection with Denise Pope
Dan Schwartz, Dean of the Stanford Graduate School of Education, talks with his co-host, Senior Lecturer Denise Pope, about college rankings, how they are determined, and whether it is important to choose a school that is high on one of the many lists create college hierarchies.
Sep 29, 2018 • 28min
Challenges for Native Schools with Teresa LaFromboise
Teresa LaFromboise, professor of education in Development and Psychological Sciences at Stanford, talks about the challenges facing schools with a predominantly Native American population and how those communities are addressing those problems.
