School's In

Stanford Graduate School of Education
School's In

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.

  1. HACE 12 H

    The education marketplace: How to make edtech more effective

    How effective are new education tools and technology in the classroom? And how does one get into the business of creating them? On this episode of School’s In, hosts Dan Schwartz and Denise Pope welcome Stanford Accelerator for Learning Executive Director Isabelle Hau to discuss the efficacy of tech tools in schools, and what can happen when the goals of public good and profit collide. Hau sheds light on several facets of the industry, including: What’s driving the growth in edtech investment Challenges schools face in adoption, including low usage of new tools, equity gaps due to funding models, and a lack of evidence-based decision-making tools for school decision makers How to balance for-profit motivations with the best interests of students and teachersOpportunities for edtech developers to innovate successfully, including tips for development, funding, and how to align innovations with research for better outcomes A look to future edtech solutions that ensure equitable access, measurable impact, and adaptability in a changing landscape that includes AI-driven tools Isabelle Hau is the executive director of the Stanford Accelerator for Learning, and in her role she works with scholars, students and external collaborators to leverage the latest advances in brain and learning sciences. In addition to spearheading the Accelerator’s university-led initiative to improve educational outcomes for children and adults, she has worked at the intersection of philanthropy, impact investing in education, for more than 20 years. To learn more about her work, visit her website. School’s In is your go-to podcast for cutting-edge insights and enlightening conversations in education.  Presented by Stanford Graduate School of Education (GSE), School’s In is hosted by GSE 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. Stanford GSE is a leader in education research and teaching, known for its commitment to pursuing equitable, accessible, and effective learning for all.  To keep up with our research, subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Threads.

    30 min
  2. 7 NOV

    Chatting about chatbots: How AI tools can support teachers

    What role will AI tools play in the classroom? And how can the technology be used to support teachers? On this episode of School’s In, hosts Dan Schwartz and Denise Pope welcome Stanford Graduate School of Education (GSE) Assistant Professor Dora Demszky to discuss using artificial intelligence as a tool for giving feedback to teachers, with the goal of supporting continuous improvement in their practice. Demszky covers several ways in which AI can be used to empower teachers, including: Highlighting moments in a teacher’s lesson for them to revisit and reflect uponReinforcing practices that help develop a growth mindset in studentsStrengthening the practice of building on student ideas to help students feel heard Providing examples from other instructors to create a shared community for professional learningLeveraging future applications to support multilingual learners Dora Demszky is an assistant professor of data science and her research centers on developing natural language processing methods to support equitable and student-centered instruction. She has developed tools to give feedback to teachers on dialogic instructional practices, to analyze representation in textbooks, among others. To learn more about her research, visit her faculty profile. School’s In is your go-to podcast for cutting-edge insights and enlightening conversations in education.  Presented by Stanford Graduate School of Education (GSE), School’s In is hosted by GSE 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. Stanford GSE is a leader in education research and teaching, known for its commitment to pursuing equitable, accessible, and effective learning for all.  To keep up with our research, subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Threads.

    24 min
  3. 24 OCT

    Youth mental health: Teaching (and learning) empathy

    What roles do empathy and compassion play in our ability to have healthy relationships? And what does it look like to apply those concepts to oneself? On this episode of School’s In, hosts Dan Schwartz and Denise Pope welcome Stanford Psychology Professor Jamil Zaki to discuss compassion, empathy, and what our perceptions of the world say about us. Zaki touches on several related matters, including: The science of self compassion and its effect on mental healthHow schools and communities can develop empathy in young people and encourage them to practice itTools for cooperation and collaboration in the midst of divisionHow cynicism reflects bias, rather than wisdom, and why it helps to be hopeful Professor Jamil Zaki’s research examines the neuroscience behind decision making, self regulation, social cognition, and perception, among other social and behavioral functions. He is also the principal investigator for the Stanford Social Neuroscience Laboratory, which studies the cognitive bases of social behaviors. To learn more about his research, visit his faculty profile. If you or someone you know is struggling with their emotional health, the National Institute of Mental Health lists resources on their webpage. School’s In is your go-to podcast for cutting-edge insights and enlightening conversations in education.  Presented by Stanford Graduate School of Education (GSE), School’s In is hosted by GSE 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. Stanford GSE is a leader in education research and teaching, known for its commitment to pursuing equitable, accessible, and effective learning for all.  To keep up with our research, subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Threads.

    31 min
  4. 10 OCT

    Youth mental health: Racial trauma and stress

    What are the largest threats to mental health facing modern teens? And how can parents, educators, and other adults help them thrive despite their challenges? On this episode of School’s In, hosts Dan Schwartz and Denise Pope welcome Assistant Professor Farzana (Saleem) Adjah to discuss racial trauma and stress and the effect that it has on student mental health. Adjah covers several relevant topics, including: How trauma and racial bias shows up in schoolsHow educators can adopt a culturally-responsive, trauma-informed lens when interacting with studentsWhat research-backed, group-based interventions help  promote healing and resistance to further harmHow to empower young people to name what’s happening to them, resist harm, respond, and ultimately thrive Assistant Professor Farzana Adjah’s research examines the influence of racial stressors and culturally-relevant practices on the psychological health, academic success, and well-being of Black adolescents and other youth of color. Her work focuses on factors in the family, school, and community contexts that can help youth manage the consequences of racial stress and trauma. To learn more about her research, visit her faculty profile. If you or someone you know is struggling with their emotional health, the National Institute of Mental Health lists resources on their webpage. School’s In is your go-to podcast for cutting-edge insights and enlightening conversations in education.  Presented by Stanford Graduate School of Education (GSE), School’s In is hosted by GSE 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. Stanford GSE is a leader in education research and teaching, known for its commitment to pursuing equitable, accessible, and effective learning for all.  To keep up with our research, subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Threads.

    27 min
  5. 26 SEPT

    Youth mental health: Finding support

    What are some of the most serious mental health challenges facing our young people today? And how can we create the support that they really need? On this episode of School’s In, hosts Dan Schwartz and Denise Pope welcome Dr. Steven Adelsheim, clinical professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Stanford School of Medicine, as they discuss how the pandemic affected students’ mental health. Steven works on several facets of youth mental health, including: What’s behind rising rates of anxiety, depression, other mental health issuesThe development of statewide mental health systems, including those focused on schoolsEarly detection and intervention programs for young people both in school and in primary careSupporting community behavioral health partnerships locally and at scale Clinical Professor Steven Adelsheim is a child/adolescent and adult psychiatrist and the director of the Stanford Center for Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Department of Psychiatry. His work focuses on early mental health intervention for young people, integrated health care models and decreasing stigma surrounding mental health issues. To learn more about his research, visit his faculty profile. If you or someone you know is struggling with their emotional health, the National Institute of Mental Health lists resources on their webpage. School’s In is your go-to podcast for cutting-edge insights and enlightening conversations in education.  Presented by Stanford Graduate School of Education (GSE), School’s In is hosted by GSE 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. Stanford GSE is a leader in education research and teaching, known for its commitment to pursuing equitable, accessible, and effective learning for all.  To keep up with our research, subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Threads. Never miss an episode! Subscribe to School’s in on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

    25 min
  6. 12 SEPT

    AI in the classroom: Equity, creativity, and teaching

    How do we use AI responsibly? And how do we prepare students to navigate a world where AI plays such a central role? On this episode of School’s In, hosts Dan Schwartz and Denise Pope welcome Associate Professor Victor Lee as they discuss the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in education and its implications for how we teach and learn. Victor’s research addresses several topics in the future of education, including: How generative AI can be integrated into classrooms The potential AI has to both enhance and complicate the learning processHow to create and use future-facing educational design tools Preparing students for the modern world through equitable access to AI Associate Professor Victor Lee is the faculty lead for the Stanford Accelerator for Learning's initiative on AI and Education. His research focuses on learning experiences and resources for data literacy, K-12 data science education, and artificial intelligence literacy for both students and teachers. To learn more about his research, visit his faculty profile. School’s In is your go-to podcast for cutting-edge insights and enlightening conversations in education.  Presented by Stanford Graduate School of Education (GSE), GSE Dean Dan Schwartz and Senior Lecturer Denise Pope invite you to join them as they navigate the complexities of post-pandemic education and discuss the latest research in teaching and learning. Stanford GSE is a leader in education research and teaching, known for its commitment to pursuing equitable, accessible, and effective learning for all.  To keep up with our research, subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Threads. Never miss an episode! Subscribe to School’s In on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

    26 min
  7. 29 AGO

    Educational inequality: Post-pandemic patterns and trends

    Who was hardest hit by learning loss due to the COVID-19 pandemic? And what can states, teachers, and parents do to help students recover?  On this episode of School’s In, hosts Dan Schwartz and Denise Pope welcome Professor Sean Reardon as they discuss educational inequalities exacerbated by the pandemic, and what’s needed to chart a path forward. Sean’s research sheds light on key issues, including: The impact of poverty and inequality on educational opportunitiesWhat subject showed the most learning loss in during the pandemicHow learning recovery has looked in low- and higher-income communitiesHow parents can can work with teachers to advocate for their childrenWhat states can do to step in and support learning recovery Professor Sean Reardon is the Professor of Poverty and Inequality in Education at Stanford’s Graduate School of Education, Senior Fellow at the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research and Professor, by courtesy, of Sociology. His research focuses on the causes, patterns, trends, and consequences of social and educational inequality. To learn more about his research, visit his faculty profile. School’s In is your go-to podcast for cutting-edge insights and enlightening conversations in education.  Presented by Stanford Graduate School of Education (GSE), GSE Dean Dan Schwartz and Senior Lecturer Denise Pope invite you to join them as they navigate the complexities of post-pandemic education and discuss the latest research in teaching and learning. Stanford GSE is a leader in education research and teaching, known for its commitment to pursuing equitable, accessible, and effective learning for all.  To keep up with our research, subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Threads. Never miss an episode! Subscribe to School’s In on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

    21 min
  8. 15 AGO

    Post-pandemic learning: Where are the kids?

    How has the COVID-19 pandemic affected student learning and school attendance? And how can parents, teachers, and schools help students recover? On this episode of School’s In, hosts Dan Schwartz and Denise Pope welcome Professor Tom Dee as they tackle these challenges of the post-pandemic learning world. Tom’s research sheds light on key issues, including: The substantial learning loss during the pandemic, especially in mathThe possible effects of pandemic disruption on our youngest learners, who are still outside testing windowsWhat factors are driving persistent chronic absenteeism among studentsLow-cost, scalable strategies to improve school attendanceThe importance of using targeted, evidence-based strategies and teaching methods to improve student achievement Professor Thomas S. Dee is the Barnett Family Professor at Stanford’s Graduate School of Education. His research focuses on the use of quantitative methods to inform contemporary issues of public policy and practice. To learn more about his research, visit his faculty profile. School’s In is your go-to podcast for cutting-edge insights and enlightening conversations in education.  Presented by Stanford Graduate School of Education (GSE), GSE Dean Dan Schwartz and Senior Lecturer Denise Pope invite you to join them as they navigate the complexities of post-pandemic education and discuss the latest research in teaching and learning. Stanford GSE is a leader in education research and teaching, known for its commitment to pursuing equitable, accessible, and effective learning for all.  To keep up with our research, subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Threads. Never miss an episode! Subscribe to School’s In on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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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.

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