Show Notes
In this episode of The Science of Learning, Nick Gibb explores the research and ideas that have shaped his thinking on education. We explore his three favourite studies and books, including the work of Daniel T. Willingham and E. D. Hirsch, and the impact these have had on approaches to curriculum, memory, and learning. Tune in for insights and practical takeaways you can use in the classroom today.
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The resources Nick Gibb mentions: The effects of synthetic phonics teaching on reading and spelling attainment The Schools We Need: And Why We Don't Have Them by E D Hirsch Why Don't Students Like School? by Daniel T Willingham
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