School’s In
Announcing a brand new season of School’s In, starting February 2025!
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About the show
School’s In brings you the latest research in teaching and learning, with practical insights for the present and future of education. Hosts Dean Dan Schwartz and Senior Lecturer Denise Pope invite you to join them and their expert guests as they dig into the complexities of learning across the life span.
Should cell phones be banned in schools – or used for learning?
How much homework is too much?
What is financial literacy and why is important for all students?
How does AI support student engagement and personalized learning?
What do families of young children need to thrive?
And how do we get evidence-based learning solutions out of the university and into classrooms?
Together, the hosts and guests offer valuable observations and practical advice for parents, caregivers, educators, and anyone connected to the learning community. With a commitment to expanding opportunities and innovation, they bring you expert perspectives and engaging conversations on the critical issues facing learners of all ages.
About the hosts
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.
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“We’re here to help you navigate the complexities of post-pandemic education and stay ahead of the learning curve. So join us as we discuss practical solutions to some of education’s most challenging issues.”
- Dan Schwartz
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