Best Math Intervention Podcasts (2025)

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The Chip That Floats w/ Brett Lyons, Adal Rifai, and Rob White 48:30

3d ago48:30

48:30

Support the pod! ⁠⁠Join our Patreon ⁠⁠for exclusive premium content! This week Tim is joined by the gentlemen on the Word Association, Brett Lyons, Adal Rifai, and Rob White. We chat'n prov about pizza parties, annoying brands in the comments, and of course, Jaws. Listen to The Word Association and Hey Riddle Riddle where you get your pods! Also se…

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S03E07 - Jeanette Breen on lessons learnt from high-performing schools 1:46:26

6d ago1:46:26

1:46:26

In this episode, I’m joined by Jeanette Breen — Learning Specialist at Templestowe Heights Primary School and Head of Global Partnerships at No More Marking — to unpack insights from her recent tour of some of the highest-performing schools across the UK. From standalone primaries to schools within trusts like Ark Academy, and even the renowned Mic…

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One Big Patty (w/ PNMAC) 49:10

10d ago49:10

49:10

Improv is Dead is now FUDGECAST and the boys of Princeton New Money Ass Clowns are back for a banger this week! We chat about cringe worthy life experiences and prov is out at the BBQ, get taken to court, and spend an afternoon in class. Support the pod! ⁠Join our Patreon ⁠for weekly bonus episodes and backlog eps! ⁠Join the Discord community ⁠Dive…

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April Fools. We are FUDGECAST 3:04

14d ago3:04

3:04

If you know us, you know we love a good Spooktacular, which is why this year we really committed to the bit of renaming the pod Ear Tickler. You’ve been had! We are so sorry. This was our April Fools Spooktacular and it went Spooktacularly. This has gone on too long. We had more planned for it but life got in the way. The pod is not going to be cal…

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I'll Wear What He's Wearing (Patreon Preview w/ Laurel Krabacher and Lawrence Collerd) 8:01

15d ago8:01

8:01

This week on our Pateon Feed we're joined by Laurel Krabacher and Lawrence Collerd for some in person prov at Old Town School of Folk! ⁠Join our Patreon ⁠for weekly bonus episodes and TONS of exclusive premium content ⁠Join the Discord community⁠ Dive into our discord channel to connect with fellow fans, discuss your favorite episodes, and meet the…

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Pool Party Pepperoncini (w/ Tim Lamphier and Meaghan Strickland) 54:57

17d ago54:57

54:57

Improv is Dead is now FUDGECAST! In our first ep back under the new moniker, we're joined by LA's very own IT couple Tim Lamphier and Meaghan Strickland! We talk owning a horse, extreme(ish) sports, and sloppy pool parties. (00:24) - Opening Scene Request (10:27) - Conversation (20:07) - Pool Party Scene In LA? Check out Funny Games Monday nights a…

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Fedexcommunicated (Patreon Preview) 9:03

24d ago9:03

9:03

This week on our Patreon we're joined by Clare Ruddy and Erin Washington. Get the full 37 minute episode and consider supporting this pod for $5! You'll Also get access to our 70 episode back log and over 200 bonus episodes! Looking for more content? Support the pod! Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes and TONS of exclusive premium content J…

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(Re-Release) Lazy Susans 48:04

1M ago48:04

48:04

We're on Spring Break till April 15th! Hyping up a few of our old favorites until then! When we come back on April 15th, we'll also have a new name (name announcement soon!) We're still posting new eps over on our Patreon, so click through the link below to explore our entire backlog and bonus eps! Looking for more content? Support the pod! Join ou…

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Garbage Intervention (w/ Emma Pope, Eli Mandel, and Nick Mestad) 45:26

1M ago45:26

45:26

"Person has a minor accident and really wants to bring it up in casual conversation" Thanks to CmdrTouch for this weeks opening scene request! Emma Pope, Eli Mandel, and Nick Mestad pop off on the pod this week hailing from both coasts! We chat a bit about bb guns, major injuries and interventions before giving Eli one of his own. If you're in NYC,…

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S03E06 - Dr. Carl Hendrick on Five Things Every Teacher Should Do 1:33:28

1M ago1:33:28

1:33:28

In this episode, Brendan Lee speaks with Dr. Carl Hendrick, a leading voice in education and co-author of What Does It Look Like in the Classroom?, How Learning Happens, and How Teaching Happens. Carl has been instrumental in helping teachers bridge the gap between research and practice, addressing the key question: That all sounds great, but what …

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Shirt Twins! (w/ Erin Keif and JPC) 41:53

2M ago41:53

41:53

We're being invaded by 2/3 of Hey Riddle Riddle today! Listen up as Erin Keif and JPC join us to tickle your ears with tales of cruise life, the perfect show shirt, and M-U-R-D-E-R!!! You simply must listen to Hey Riddle Riddle See Erin about town in LA at her show Quality Time See JPC be smart live at Whirled News Tonight Looking for more content?…

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The Harlow Grill (w/ Kyle Bethea) 51:04

2M ago51:04

51:04

This week we're joined once again by one of our fav's Kyle Bethea to chat'n'prov as 3 aging men about colonoscopies, dentist visits, and the effects of Anesthesia. Follow Kyle and his crew 3 Actors Living in a cave for live show updates! Looking for more content? Support the pod! Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes and TONS of exclusive prem…

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S03E05 - The ABCs of Effective Behaviour Management: A Practical Guide for Teachers with Dr. Brandi Simonsen 1:25:42

2M ago1:25:42

1:25:42

In this episode, we're focusing on a key element of successful schools: understanding and supporting positive student behaviour. Brendan Lee speaks with Dr. Brandi Simonsen, a professor of special education at the University of Connecticut and co-director of the National Center on Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS). Brandi shares…

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Shoulda Woulda Coulda 41:19

2M ago41:19

41:19

Thank you to Improv Pervert Mark Cuckerburg for their opening scene request of "Flight attendant/pilot humble brags constantly throughout the preflight announcements " This week the guys let Tim lives out his dream/nightmare situation of having the perfect comeback lined up and ready to go and still completely missing it. Looking for more content? …

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S03E04 - Dr. Matthew Burns on Effective Assessment: Using Data to Drive Reading & Maths Intervention 1:16:16

2M ago1:16:16

1:16:16

In this episode, get ready to dive deep into the world of assessments with Dr. Matthew Burns, as we explore the different categories of assessments, their intended purposes, and how they can be used to inform instruction. Dr. Burns, a researcher with extensive experience in the effective use of assessment data and interventions, shares his expertis…

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Jimmy Carter Is In Hell 49:07

2M ago49:07

49:07

Thanks to Improv Pervert AmyGoodGorilla for their scene request of "Galentines Day, what about Brolintinesday" to kick off the episode! This week we chat about our favorite Josh Brolin flicks and whether or not we would allow the film industry to use our likeness if our families gave consent, even though only gave consent to using it just for the f…

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The Man Who Would Be Caine (w/ Amir Khan and Ivan Ngo) 48:00

3M ago48:00

48:00

Thanks to Improv Pervert Rainey for this week scene suggestion of: Man assumes office does Valentine’s Day boxes just like elementary school This week we chat'n'prov with two hilarious LA talents Amir Khan and Ivan Ngo! We get into giving valentines at the office, Amir's close friends persona, and Ivan's love of J-Crew. Looking for more content? Su…

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S03E03 - Liana McCurry on Mathematical Practices in High Performing Countries 1:04:42

3M ago1:04:42

1:04:42

In this episode of Knowledge for Teachers, Brendan Lee speaks with Liana McCurry, a passionate advocate for primary school maths education. Fresh from her Churchill Fellowship, Liana shares findings from her research into mathematical practices across six countries. Listeners will gain insights into the systemic issues contributing to Australia's d…

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Stank-through 47:47

3M ago47:47

47:47

Thank you to improv pervert Spiderwoman Jemma Nicole for the opening suggestion of: This new popcorn bucket clashes tonally with the film it's for This week the boys are all here and we chat'n'prov about how dumb AI still is, Timothee Chalamet's all-star PR Run and transferring port-o-potties across state lines. Looking for more content? Support th…

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Hostage Tape (w/ Shand Thomas) 49:21

3M ago49:21

49:21

This week we welcome back total improv perv Shand Thomas and talk best sleeping positions, do we dream, and different tapes for keeping the snores at bay. Looking for more content? Support the pod! Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes and TONS of exclusive premium content Join the Discord community Dive into our discord channel to connect wit…

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S03E02 - Shaping the Future: Murat Dizdar on His Vision for NSW Public Education 1:09:04

3M ago1:09:04

1:09:04

This episode features a compelling conversation with Murat Dizdar, the head of the New South Wales Department of Education. Murat shares his inspiring journey from being the son of Turkish immigrants to leading Australia’s largest education system. He discusses the experiences that shaped his vision for public education, his deep passion for the te…

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Ratablewy (w/ Kyle Bethea) 50:28

3M ago50:28

50:28

Thanks to Señor Stick Stickly Esq. for their scene suggestion of: "Aspiring screenwriter can’t stop stereotyping people as he’s camped in a major studio’s elevator, giving the literal elevator pitch to anyone he thinks might help him get his screenplay made" This week we welcome back pod buddy Kyle Bethea to chat'n'prov about the importance of thir…

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Bird of Prey 47:28

4M ago47:28

47:28

Thanks to Improv Pervert bradney for their episode opening scene suggestion of: Niche farmer's market stand no one asked for. This week we chat'n'prov about Dan's new ember mug, self gifting, and stinky old friends first night out. Looking for more content? Support the pod! Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes and TONS of exclusive premium co…

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S03E01 - Nick Hart on Leading with Responsiveness: A School Leader's Journey 1:24:37

4M ago1:24:37

1:24:37

In this episode of the Knowledge for Teachers podcast, Nick Hart takes us on an inspiring journey from his beginnings in sports science to becoming a school leader in Dubai. A respected voice in educational leadership, Nick shares insights from his blog and books, delving into the evolution of his leadership style. He discusses the critical role of…

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3X HMO 43:30

4M ago43:30

43:30

The boys are back together for the new year and not without some holiday sniffles. We chat'n'prov about what we've got on the docket for 2025, chia seeds, healthcare, and feeding a cartoon squirrel. Thanks to improv pervert Vike for our opening scene request of: Your friend became slightly more annoying after he listened to that podcast about how t…

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New Years Spooktacular! (Clip-erv-Rama) 1:04:14

4M ago1:04:14

1:04:14

Another years worth of Improv is Dead comes to a close and we've had some incredibly funny episodes and guest join us this year. We hope you'll enjoy some of our favorites slapped together here for your audial enjoyment. We have the episodes listed below if you feel so inclined to go back and listen to the full sets again or for the first time! We …

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Dollidays with Gertrude (w/ Erin Keif) 45:17

4M ago45:17

45:17

This weeks holiday opening scene request of "Mall Santa gets weirdly political" comes to us from Certified Sicko HowDoesThePiggyEat! It's out Holiday Spooktacular 2024 and we have on one of our all time favorite guests and truly hilarious talent Erin Keif! We chat'n'prov about what Santa has in store for us this year, new American Girl Dolls and wh…

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S02E23 - Dr. Zach Groshell and Brendan Lee on Effective School Leadership 56:04

5M ago56:04

56:04

In this episode, Brendan Lee speaks with Dr. Zach Groshell for the third of their trilogy of conversations together. In their first episode, they unpacked the nuances of teaching effectively. In the second one, they spoke about coaching, culture and change. In today’s podcast, you will hear them discuss the complex world of school leadership! They …

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The Hims Family 52:29

5M ago52:29

52:29

The boys are all back for this weeks ep as we dive into our Spotify Crunch Wraps and how much AI makes things worse. Thanks to improv pervert Vike for their scene request at the top of "History teacher should have read more before trying to teach the class about WW2" Looking for more content? Support the pod! Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episo…

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Wheel of Misfortune (w/ Kyle Bethea) 50:08

5M ago50:08

50:08

This week we're joined by good buddy of the pod and ultimate improv perv Kyle Bethea for a little chat'n'prov about Wild Robots, Facebook Market Place, and taking down the mob. Thanks to BrandNewCrocs from our Patreon for their opening scene request of: "Take your little brother with you" Looking for more content? Support the pod! Join our Patreon …

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S02E22 - Dr. Leslie Laud - Implementation Science Meets Writing Instruction: ThinkSRSD's Journey to Scalability and Impact 1:13:00

5M ago1:13:00

1:13:00

In this episode, Brendan Lee speaks with Dr. Leslie Laud. She is the founding Director of ThinkSRSD, a writing program built upon Self-Regulated Strategy Development (SRSD). The discussion covers ThinkSRSD's key strategies, including mnemonics and how to apply them across different grade levels and writing genres. Furthermore, Dr. Laud addresses im…

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From the Vault: GUANO 33:33

5M ago33:33

33:33

It's a Thanksgiving Throwback to an episode that never found its way to the main feed, but we love it all the same. One of the earliest episodes Dan and Tim ever did of the pod to see if doing a pod even made sense! It get's right into the action and we hope you enjoy! Looking for more content? Support the pod! Join our Patreon for weekly bonus epi…

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Broken Heart at Gate B17 41:58

5M ago41:58

41:58

This weeks opening scene is a scene request from Improv Pervert @Clare! Then Tim gives some ill-advised fashion advice and he and Dan improvise a scene request from @brandnewcrocs "Work trip with your boss who just got dumped." Looking for more content? Support the pod! Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes and TONS of exclusive premium conten…

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S02E21 - Dr. Nathaniel Swain On Prioritising What Matters: A Deep Dive into the Science of Learning 1:33:07

6M ago1:33:07

1:33:07

In this episode, Brendan Lee speaks with Dr. Nathaniel Swain. He returns for the third time and this time it’s to unpack his new book Harnessing the Science of Learning. However, as you will hear, they actually go beyond the book and dig into some of the critical considerations that schools and teachers need to be making. They explore how to make t…

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Goonin' with the Goon Squad 44:50

6M ago44:50

44:50

This weeks opening scene is a DOUBLE STUFF scene request from Improv Perverts @HowDoesAPiggyEat and @McNuggs! Then we discuss vandalizing public property before provin' about volcels, gang wars, and goonin'. Looking for more content? Support the pod! Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes and TONS of exclusive premium content Join the Discord c…

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Trapped with Frankenstein's Ex-Wife's Husband (Patreon Preview) 41:24

6M ago41:24

41:24

The boys are all down with the sickness this week but we've got an XL sized treat of a Patreon Preview Bonus ep with Tim and Dan that's sure to take away your post Halloween blues! Thanks to Improv Pervert HowDoesAPiggyEat for their scene request of Frankenstein’s monster very clearly looks like ex-wife’s new boyfriend and Certified Sicko Mcnuggs f…

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Hotel Killafornia (Halloween Spooktacular '24) 49:23

6M ago49:23

49:23

From the twisted minds of Improv is Dead comes our absolutely, diabolically unhinged Halloween Spooktacular 2024! You can expect thrills, chills, and our classic improv with a spooky twist. We chat about what spookiness we've gotten up to this week and what scares us most, then unravel the mysteries of Hawthorne Manner... Looking for more content? …

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S02E20 - Dr. Zach Groshell and Brendan Lee on coaching, culture and change 1:03:32

6M ago1:03:32

1:03:32

This is the second conversation between Dr. Zach Groshell and Brendan Lee. For those that don’t know, Zach is the host of the Progressively Incorrect Podcast and also the author of Just Tell Them: The Power of Explanations and Explicit Teaching. In this episode, they take a deep dive into some of the key considerations that schools need to take whe…

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Lazy Susan's 47:38

6M ago47:38

47:38

This weeks opening scene comes to us from Improv Pervert and Certified sicko Samantha Miller! Watch out for jump scares! We continue to get into the spooky mode talking comedies vs horror movies and are we all watching them the same way. We then prov about hot new restaurant ideas, living in the world of AR, and food that comes to you! Looking for …

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Go With the Flo (w/ Kyle Bethea) 37:55

7M ago37:55

37:55

Damian takes the week off and our good buddy Kyle Bethea jumps in to chat'n'prov about how none of us enjoy Vegas very much which leads to some very scandalous improv. Thanks to Improv Pervert TrueFuzz for our opening scene suggestion! Follow Kyle's team 3 Actors Living in a Cave for live show updates! Looking for more content? Support the pod! Joi…

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S02E19 - Professor Nancy Jordan on Number Sense, Early Numeracy Screeners and Fractions 1:09:23

7M ago1:09:23

1:09:23

In this episode, Brendan Lee speaks with Professor Nancy Jordan. She has been at the forefront of all things to do with early numeracy research including looking at screeners and intervention. Many of you come from the science of reading world and are fans of Scarborough’s Reading Rope, Nancy and colleagues have put together a Number Sense one! I’v…

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(Re-Release) Call of Duty: Operation Friend Adolf 56:54

7M ago56:54

56:54

No new episode this week as we take a quick travel and moving break, but we'll be back next week October 15th with an all new episode. As always, there's a fresh bonus ep on the Patreon if you'd like to become a full time improv pervert! Support the pod! Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, access to our discord, request scenes, and addition…

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21 Rug Street (with Jesse Kendall and Evan Mulrooney) 1:02:07

7M ago1:02:07

1:02:07

This week we welcome back to the pod internet funny man Jesse Kendall and first time on the pod internet funny man Evan Mulrooney. We chat'n'prov about cool new safe football helmets, male baldness and what you can do, and going deep...deeeeep undercover. Looking for more content? Support the pod! Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes and TONS…

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S02E18 - Rhonda Filmer on Neurodiversity and the Twice-Exceptional Student 1:04:40

7M ago1:04:40

1:04:40

In this episode, Brendan Lee speaks with Rhonda Filmer, a gifted education consultant and teacher, she discusses her journey into the field and the importance of understanding neurodiversity and twice exceptional students. She has recently released a book, “Neurodiversity and the Twice-Exceptional Student” and they delve into some of the key points…

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Attack of the 20ft Avengers 46:51

7M ago46:51

46:51

DAN IS BACK! It's our first three man episode back and ya know we had fun with it! We get Dan back up to speed and talk about plans to do an all new Halloween Spooktacular but then don't do it this episode. Thanks to Improv Pervert Spider-Woman Jemma Nicole for the opening scene suggestion of "Suing Your Parents for Taking Away Your Xbox". Get Tick…

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Geoff Sway (Pervert Preview) 26:17

8M ago26:17

26:17

Become a full blown Improv Pervert to get even more weekly prov! Taking a break this week as Tim gears up for another cross country move, but we wanted to slow drip Dan back into your ears as he'll be returning to the pod in full force in the coming weeks! Looking for more content? Support the pod! Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes and TON…

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S02E17 - Brendan Lee and Dr. Zach Groshell on the nuances of teaching effectively 1:25:05

8M ago1:25:05

1:25:05

In this episode of the Knowledge for Teachers podcast, Brendan Lee and Dr. Zach Groshell (Host of the Progressively Incorrect podcast) collaborated in the first of a series of episodes together. The theme for this episode was around what are the main principles that teachers need to understand about how learning happens and what are the key mechani…

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Stone Cold David Gene (w/ Trent Dozier and Damon Royster) 39:30

8M ago39:30

39:30

Due to an issue with one of the mic this week, we lost the conversation part of our pod so it's an improv perverts dream! Improv only episode! We dine at Rain Forest Cafe and head into a world run by wrestlers. Check out Mandatory Improv Thursdays at 7 pm weekly at The Yard Theater Looking for more content? Support the pod! Join our Patreon for wee…

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Burr-ets in the Stomach (w/ Lauren Frost and Erin Washington) 39:10

8M ago39:10

39:10

This week on the pod we're joined by Lauren Frost and Erin Washington of Birdlady who you can see Wednesday nights at the iO Theater for the free show! We chat'n'prov about new fun holidays, college improv, and a timid Bill Burr. Looking for more content? Support the pod! Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes and TONS of exclusive premium cont…

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S02E16 - Charlotte Peverett on the importance of having high expectations for all students including diverse learners 1:15:30

8M ago1:15:30

1:15:30

In this episode, Brendan Lee speaks with Charlotte Peverett, an experienced learning specialist and inclusion outreach coach, who shares her journey into teaching and special education. Charlotte discusses the significance of structures and routines in creating a safe and consistent learning environment. Charlotte also emphasises the importance of …

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