Pedagogy Bites

UoS ITT Mentoring

Tiny episodes. Big ideas. Zero jargon. Pedagogy Bites serves up the tastiest chunks of education research, theory and practice in 10 minutes - perfect for teachers, trainees and anyone who’s ever wondered “Why on earth does this work in the classroom?” Each episode breaks down a powerful concept, shows what it means for real learners, and finishes with a critical lens (because education isn’t a buffet where everything should be swallowed whole). Three words? Clear, practical, evidence-informed. Take a bite. Your practice will thank you

Episodes

  1. 6d ago

    A Bite of Adaptive Teaching

    Adaptive teaching isn’t about lowering expectations - it’s about removing barriers to learning. In this episode of Pedagogy Bites, we explore what adaptive teaching really means through the research of Vygotsky, Sweller, Rosenshine, and Florian & Black-Hawkins. From scaffolding and responsive teaching to questioning and inclusion, we unpack how teachers can support diverse learners while maintaining high expectations for all. Because great teaching adapts support towards success

    11 min

  2. May 27

    A Bite of Questioning

    Good questioning doesn’t just check learning - it shapes it. In this episode of Pedagogy Bites, we explore questioning as one of the most powerful tools for assessment, thinking, and classroom dialogue. Drawing on research from Black & Wiliam, Rosenshine, Rowe, and Lemov, we unpack what effective questioning looks like in practice, from wait time and probing to cold calling and formative assessment. Because sometimes the right question changes everything.

    10 min

  3. May 11

    A Bite of Retrieval Practice

    Can remembering actually improve learning? Absolutely. In this episode of Pedagogy Bites, we explore Retrieval Practice through the research of Roediger & Karpicke (2006), Agarwal (2021), and Jones (2019), unpacking why bringing knowledge back to mind is one of the most powerful tools for long-term learning. From low-stakes quizzes to classroom questioning, we look at what retrieval really means in practice - and the common misconceptions to avoid. Short, practical, and backed by research that sticks.

    11 min

  4. May 6

    A Bite of Rosenshine's Principles of Instruction

    Why do some teaching approaches consistently help learners succeed? In this episode of Pedagogy Bites, we unpack Rosenshine’s Principles of Instruction (2012) and explore what research tells us about effective teaching. From modelling and questioning to guided practice and checking for understanding, we look at how these principles translate into real classroom practice across education settings. Clear, practical, and evidence-informed - without turning teaching into a checklist.

    10 min

  5. Apr 27

    A Bite of Cognitive Load Theory

    What actually happens in the brain when we learn and why do some lessons just feel overwhelming? In this episode of Pedagogy Bites, we break down Cognitive Load Theory (Sweller, 1988) into simple, practical insights for the classroom. From managing working memory to designing clearer explanations, we explore how small changes in teaching can make a big difference to learning. Short, sharp, and rooted in research - this is your quick guide to teaching in a way that works with the brain, not against it.

    9 min
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Tiny episodes. Big ideas. Zero jargon. Pedagogy Bites serves up the tastiest chunks of education research, theory and practice in 10 minutes - perfect for teachers, trainees and anyone who’s ever wondered “Why on earth does this work in the classroom?” Each episode breaks down a powerful concept, shows what it means for real learners, and finishes with a critical lens (because education isn’t a buffet where everything should be swallowed whole). Three words? Clear, practical, evidence-informed. Take a bite. Your practice will thank you

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    UoS ITT Mentoring
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  • Episodes
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