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Episode 49 – Kathy Malone – “FCI, the cognitive and metacognitive benefits of modeling and Kazakhstan”

In this episode, Mark talks with Kathy Malone about her first exposure to modeling instruction methodology through the very first modeling physics workshop. They talk about Kathy’s role in working to create the initial biology modeling materials, her research and work in Kazakhstan, and finally the research she has just recently published. Guests Kathy Malone…

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Episode 48 – Mitchell Sweet – Proportional Reasoning

In this episode, Mark talks with Mitch Sweet, who teaches using modeling methodology at Scottsdale Community College. They discuss his journey with modeling, and the many workshops he attended before becoming a workshop facilitator. They talk about building a community of modelers and the differences between high school and college. Finally, they talk about the…

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Episode 45 – Phil Culcasi – Give Kids a Reason To Learn

In this episode, Mark talks with Phil Culcasi, a science and math teacher from Illinois, about his experience using modeling methodologies and leading workshops. They talk about asking questions to get at the students’ thinking, grading without points, and whiteboarding. They also talk about Phil’s work with aspiring teachers and his current project to bring…

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