An Objective Approach to Curriculum with Becky Allen, Mind the Gap, Ep. 49 (S3E5)

For this episode, special guest Becky Allen joins hosts Tom Sherrington and Emma Turner to discuss teaching, curriculum, and constructs of instruction from an academic perspective. The conversation begins by exploring the large questions of education that Becky has a unique perspective on as an academic and in her role at Teacher Tapp

Becky specializes in the complexities and evidence-based understanding of large issues like curriculum, teacher training, parent communication, teacher feedback, student psychology, and more. 

In the second part of the episode, the trio discusses breaking down the assumptions of education and the roots of disagreements on curriculum. The data behind this discussion primarily comes from Becky’s experience with Teacher Tapp, and her strong resolve to rectify misconceptions goes hand in hand with her everyday work with surveying teachers. This episode truly examines a unique way to look at education challenges. 

Watch more episodes of Mind The Gap to learn about making education work globally.

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