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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.
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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Got 5 minutes? Take our quick listener survey and help us make School's In even better: podpolls.com/schoolWhy do so many students believe they're "not a math person?"On this episode of School's In, Dan and Denise are joined by Stanford Professor Jo Boaler, one of the world's leading voices in mathematics education. Together, they explore why students develop math anxiety, how creative problem-solving can transform the learning experience, and why helping students understand patterns can unlock a lifelong appreciation for mathematics. Boaler also shares practical advice for parents and teachers looking to build confidence, curiosity, and joy in math. She covers several topics, including:(04:54) Why do we learn math?(06:58) Moving beyond "drill and kill"(09:20) Teaching math through real-world problems(13:59) Helping students and parents overcome math anxiety(16:44) Becoming "math-ish"(23:54) Why different ways of thinking matterJo Boaler is a professor at Stanford Graduate School of Education and the founder of Youcubed, a Stanford center that develops research-based mathematics curriculum and professional learning for educators. Her work focuses on helping students develop mathematical competence and confidence through engaging, creative, visual, and conceptual approaches to learning. She is the author of Math-ish: Finding Creativity, Diversity, and Meaning in Mathematics. Learn more about Professor Boaler’s work on her faculty profile and about Math-ish here.School’s In is your go-to podcast for cutting-edge insights and fresh perspectives on the future of learning. Hosted by Stanford Graduate School of Education (GSE) Dean Dan Schwartz and Senior Lecturer Denise Pope, each episode dives into the latest research, innovations, and real-world challenges shaping education today.Stanford GSE is at the forefront of education research and teacher preparation, dedicated to advancing equitable, accessible, and impactful learning experiences for all.Stay connected with the latest insights—subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Threads.Mentioned in this episode:Got 5 minutes? Take our quick listener survey and help us make School's In even better: podpolls.com/school
1Got 5 minutes? Take our quick listener survey and help us make School's In even better: podpolls.com/schoolWhat have we learned about AI in education? What questions are we still trying to answer?On this special compilation episode of School's In, Dan Schwartz and Denise Pope revisit some of the show's most memorable conversations about artificial intelligence in education. Featuring insights from Stanford faculty across education, psychology, computer science, and learning sciences, they reflect on how the conversation around AI has evolved, from classroom applications and writing tools to digital literacy, bias, and the enduring importance of the human touch. Along the way, Dan and Denise share fresh commentary on what has changed, what has surprised them, and what educators and parents should be paying attention to next. In this episode, you'll learn about:(02:41) AI as a tool for teacher reflection(07:22) Supporting writing with AI(13:43) Keeping humans in the writing process(17:44) Understanding AI bias and hallucinations(20:58) Why digital literacy matters more than ever(26:11) Keeping the human touch in education(27:44) Using AI to build immersive learning experiences(29:56) Guardrails for responsible AI use(32:28) Building the world we want for our kidsThis episode brings together insights from a wide range of Stanford faculty and researchers whose work explores the intersection of artificial intelligence, learning, and education. Featured voices in order of appearance include Dora Demszky, Hari Subramonyam, Victor Lee, Sam Wineburg, Christopher Piech, Judith Ellen Fan, and Karin Forssell. Together, they examine how AI can support teaching and learning while emphasizing the importance of critical thinking, creativity, ethics, and human connection in the classroom. Learn more about each guest and their work through their Stanford faculty profiles.School’s In is your go-to podcast for cutting-edge insights and fresh perspectives on the future of learning. Hosted by Stanford Graduate School of Education (GSE) Dean Dan Schwartz and Senior Lecturer Denise Pope, each episode dives into the latest research, innovations, and real-world challenges shaping education today.Stanford GSE is at the forefront of education research and teacher preparation, dedicated to advancing equitable, accessible, and impactful learning experiences for all.Stay connected with the latest insights—subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Threads.Mentioned in this episode:Got 5 minutes? Take our quick listener survey and help us make School's In even better: podpolls.com/school
How can families make the transition back to school a little easier? And what should parents think about when supporting their child through those first few weeks?On this episode of School’s In, originally recorded in 2018, we’re revisiting a conversation with Stanford Graduate School of Education professor Ira Lit on preparing children, and schools, for the start of a new school year. As students, families, and educators head back to the classroom, Lit shares practical advice on building strong family-school partnerships, teaching the teacher how to welcome students, and supporting children as they develop at their own pace. He covers several topics, including:(06:00) What it means to have access to a great school(12:00) School readiness: Preparing educators, not just students(14:49) Building strong family-teacher partnerships(17:42) Reading readiness: when to reach out to the pro’s(21:30) Supporting every learner in the classroom(24:30) What great elementary schools have in commonIra Lit is a professor at the Stanford Graduate School of Education and director of the Stanford Teacher Education Program (STEP). At the time of the recording, Lit was director of the elementary STEP program where he prepared future educators to teach in kindergarten through sixth-grade classrooms. Drawing on deep expertise teaching students from preschool through fifth grade, his research focuses on teaching, learning, equity, and the experiences of children and families in schools. Learn more about his work on his faculty profile.School’s In is your go-to podcast for cutting-edge insights and fresh perspectives on the future of learning. Hosted by Stanford Graduate School of Education (GSE) Dean Dan Schwartz and Senior Lecturer Denise Pope, each episode dives into the latest research, innovations, and real-world challenges shaping education today.Stanford GSE is at the forefront of education research and teacher preparation, dedicated to advancing equitable, accessible, and impactful learning experiences for all.Stay connected with the latest insights—subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Threads.Mentioned in this episode:Got 5 minutes? Take our quick listener survey and help us make School's In even better: podpolls.com/school
What does air quality have to do with learning, health, and childhood? And how should families respond as environmental risks grow?This week, we’re sharing an episode from Stanford Engineering’s The Future of Everything podcast, hosted by Russ Altman. Originally released in 2025, this episode features Stanford pediatrician Lisa Patel discussing how pollution, wildfire smoke, plastics, and environmental policy are shaping children’s health. Patel explores both the science behind these growing concerns and practical steps families, educators, and communities can take to create healthier environments for kids. She covers several topics, including:(02:32) The air we breathe: Protecting young lungs(10:02) How to support kids during poor air quality events(13:18) Asthma and allergies: Tackling environmental triggers(19:11) Confronting climate change: How to’s for healthier homes(23:48) Food choices, family health, and environmental impacts(28:09) Practical actions for families and schools Lisa Patel is an associate professor of pediatrics at Stanford University and a physician specializing in children’s environmental health. Her work focuses on how climate change, pollution, and environmental exposures impact children and communities, with an emphasis on practical solutions that support healthier futures. Learn more about her work on her faculty profile.The Future of Everything explores how technology, science, and medicine are shaping our lives. Host Russ Altman speaks with researchers and innovators working to create the future… of everything. Learn more about this episode on the show’s website.Stanford GSE is at the forefront of education research and teacher preparation, dedicated to advancing equitable, accessible, and impactful learning experiences for all.Stay connected with the latest insights—subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Threads.Mentioned in this episode:Got 5 minutes? Take our quick listener survey and help us make School's In even better: podpolls.com/school
How do we teach kids not just how to read, but to enjoy it? And what inspires a young person to pick up a book on their own?On this episode of School’s In, originally recorded in 2018, we’re revisiting a conversation with Stanford Graduate School of Education senior lecturer Jennifer Wolf on cultivating a love of reading. We’re bringing this episode back as a timely touchpoint for anyone looking to build summer reading habits with the young people in their lives. Wolf explores the difference between teaching reading skills and fostering genuine enjoyment, along with what makes young adult literature so powerful. She covers several topics, including:(04:45) Why reading for pleasure matters(09:16) Independent reading drives academic success (no reading groups needed)(11:32) What counts as “reading” (and the case against gold stars)(14:56) Access & diversity: From Little Free Libraries to award winners(18:00) Banned books: Why YA literature gets censored(23:02) Approaching classic books through a modern lensJennifer Wolf is a senior lecturer at the Stanford Graduate School of Education (GSE). A former high school English teacher, her work centers on helping young people develop a lasting love of reading, with a particular focus on young adult literature and literacy development. She directs the undergraduate minor program at the GSE and leads “teach-ins” and other programs that engage undergraduates and raise the profile of education research and knowledge across Stanford. Learn more about her work on her faculty profile.School’s In is your go-to podcast for cutting-edge insights and fresh perspectives on the future of learning. Hosted by Stanford Graduate School of Education (GSE) Dean Dan Schwartz and Senior Lecturer Denise Pope, each episode dives into the latest research, innovations, and real-world challenges shaping education today.Stanford GSE is at the forefront of education research and teacher preparation, dedicated to advancing equitable, accessible, and impactful learning experiences for all.Stay connected with the latest insights—subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Threads.Mentioned in this episode:Got 5 minutes? Take our quick listener survey and help us make School's In even better: podpolls.com/school
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