This post will cover two topics simultaneously. First, I’m going to describe recent research into the benefits (?) of doodling. Second, I’m going to use a cool new artificial intelligence thingy to explore that research. I found both fascinating; perhaps

Over the years, I’ve used this blog to make several persistent arguments. One of those arguments features in almost every post I write: context always matters. That is: research might suggest that a particular classroom strategy works well. However, teachers

Sometimes teachers hear about research that SUPPORTS our current beliefs and teaching practice. Honestly, that experience feels great. “Look,” says my interval voice, “I’ve been doing it right all along.” And sometimes, we hear about research that CONTRADICTS our beliefs