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EPISODE · Jul 16, 2025 · 51 MIN

Best from the Archive: Teaching Students to Solve Word & Story Problems with Dr. Sarah Powell

from Better Teaching: Only Stuff That Works · host Gene Tavernetti

Dr. Sarah Powell describes her research on teaching students to solve word, or story, problems. Dr. Powell is a professor at the College of Education, University of Texas Austin. Her primary research focus is identifying the most effective strategies for teaching mathematics to elementary students. Her research provides guidance to teachers in what does work, and what does not work. Links: X: @‌sarahpowellphd Bluesky: @‌sarahpowellphd.bsky.social Sarah's Website This podcast sponsored by: The Bell Ringer, a weekly newsletter providing news, tools, and resources on the science of learning, written by education reporter Holly Korbey. Subscribe here.

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