Erica Sandberg @sandstorms

Intermediate elementary teacher. Passionate about explicit instruction and dodging edu-trends. Vancouver, British Columbia Joined December 2008

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Dylan Wiliam @dylanwiliam

2 weeks ago

@LucyMPowell @Samfr Knowledge in long-term memory takes up no space in working memory, but knowledge outside the head does. And what's in long-term memory always—and instantly—influences what we can do in short-term memory. Our students don't need practice in thinking; they need more to think with.

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Anna Stokke @rastokke

4 days ago

1/2 I'm honoured to be part of The Practice Project, a joint project between AEI and @researchED1. Here's my contribution: "Five Math Misconceptions That are Holding Students Back" I've also paired it with a podcast episode (link below). aei.org/research-produ… @rpondiscio

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Paul Kirschner @New_Old_Paul

6 days ago

In a reaction to a Dutch educational publisher’s ‘bucket list’ for teachers that amounted to changing almost everything in the classroom, my friend and colleague @VerbrugghenGert made a better list and then let ChatGPT remake it in English for me (and you).

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Erica Sandberg @sandstorms

6 days ago

Isn’t this more specifically the “Fire-starter Approach”? I’m going to go out on a limb and say there’s no evidence for this being an efficient approach to anything except maybe causing a catastrophe.

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Erica Sandberg @sandstorms

a week ago

“What I had been trained to treat as the enemy of good teaching turned out to be the heart of it. The name for this approach—the one my professors spent years training me to avoid—is explicit instruction.” Interesting to see how similar my journey was to Zach’s! Great piece❤️

Zach Groshell @MrZachG

a week ago

New from me! Explicit instruction works. Education Schools Just Won’t Admit It. @rpondiscio @AEIeducation aei.org/research-produ…

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Massimo @Rainmaker1973

2 weeks ago

Sweden is reintroducing printed books and handwriting into its classrooms. Once celebrated as a leader in digital education, the country is now directing significant resources toward traditional textbooks while limiting the use of tablets and screens, particularly for young students. Swedish authorities attribute this policy shift to mounting evidence that excessive screen time may have harmed reading proficiency and basic skill development. The government has also announced plans to ban digital learning tools for children under six years old. Scientific research on handwriting provides insight into the rationale. When children write by hand, they engage multiple brain areas responsible for motor control, visual processing, memory, focus, and language. Unlike typing, this process demands precise coordination of fine movements alongside letter recognition and word formation. Studies indicate that such multisensory engagement enhances letter knowledge, spelling, reading acquisition, and memory retention. Printed books may similarly promote stronger comprehension. Research shows that people often retain information more effectively from physical pages than from digital displays. The tangible nature of paper offers spatial references that aid memory organization. In contrast, screen based reading, especially when interrupted by notifications or hyperlinks, can fragment attention and reduce deep focus. This approach does not reject technology entirely. Computers and tablets continue to serve important roles in research, group projects, accessibility features, and interactive exercises. Education specialists emphasize the need for thoughtful integration, applying digital resources where they prove most effective while safeguarding core practices such as handwriting, printed materials, and direct teacher instruction. Sweden's policy change mirrors growing international discussions about optimal screen time in schools. As educators worldwide evaluate the benefits and drawbacks of digital tools, many are reconsidering when traditional methods may better support fundamental learning.

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Melanie Raymond @psychedupnorth

2 weeks ago

Powerful food for thought here. Time for those of us in teacher ed to turn a critical lens on our practices & engage in deep reflection about what we need to learn, de-implement & shift. “If we don’t know how we learn, how on earth do we know how to teach” (Rafael Reif). #bced

Nidhi Sachdeva, PhD @nsachdeva2019

2 weeks ago

Instructional equity: The lesser discussed educational equity gap. Winning the teacher lottery isn't equity! @DrJimHeal & I explore this theme in our recent blog written for @AcademicaUoAS academica-group.com/en/knowledge/t…

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missy purcell @MissyPurcell

4 weeks ago

“If you wait until 3rd grade to focus on reading comprehension, it is already too late.” — @SoniaCabell The Science of Reading isn’t just about decoding. Language comprehension begins long before children can read independently. Vocabulary, oral language, syntax, and background knowledge can’t wait until later. Build both strands of the Reading Rope from day one. #ScienceOfReading #Literacy

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Melanie Raymond @psychedupnorth

2 weeks ago

Another "must read." #bced The healthiest professional cultures are those in which educators can question long-held assumptions, change their minds without losing the respect of their colleagues, & see intellectual humility as a sign of professional strength rather than weakness.

Nidhi Sachdeva, PhD @nsachdeva2019

2 weeks ago

*New post on substack* @JimHewittOISE open.substack.com/pub/scienceofl…

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Christopher Such @Suchmo83

2 weeks ago

Two things can be true: 1. Schools should bear the ultimate responsibility for whether children learn to read. 2. One-to-one reading with an adult massive accelerates reading development, and schools simply don't have the capacity to provide more than a small amount of this.

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Erica Sandberg @sandstorms

2 weeks ago

I’ll stick to teaching how to write a summary. But nice try.

Chase Young @ChaseJYoung1

2 weeks ago

Instead of: Write a summary. Make it awesome: You've got 15 words. Go.

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Justin Baeder, PhD @eduleadership

3 weeks ago

Kids pretty much all learn the same way, and personalization is a waste of effort

Chris Fore @chriscfore

3 weeks ago

Name an education opinion that’ll have you like this…

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Erica Sandberg @sandstorms

3 weeks ago

@VinceBoley Every morning during class time, student DJs introduce the song of the day which is blasted over the intercom. I’m in total agreement with you.

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Daniel Buck, “Youngest Old Man in Ed Reform” @MrDanielBuck

3 weeks ago

“You’re just going to punish the kid and not get to the root cause of why they’re misbehaving?!” If I may, maybe the root cause is a lack of structure and consequences Maybe their unmet need is a detention

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Erica Sandberg @sandstorms

3 weeks ago

Not sure that integrating the Science of Reading with project-based learning is so awesome 🤪

Chase Young @ChaseJYoung1

3 weeks ago

Instead of: Read it three times. Make it awesome: Read it like: 🎙️ a sports announcer 🎭 a villain 🤠 a cowboy 📰 a news anchor

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Erica Sandberg @sandstorms

3 weeks ago

@rastokke Was disheartened last month to find out that at my school, funds are used to continue to build Fountas & Pinnell collections because they’ve already invested a lot in them and it’s about “balance.” Too much teacher autonomy?

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Anna Stokke @rastokke

3 weeks ago

I love this quote from Doug Lemov. Doing things that matter is going to involve stress. Instead of trying to eliminate it, help students develop a better mindset about it. 🎧 Full episode below. @Doug_Lemov #ChalkandTalk #Education

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Ken | The Real Marvel Teacher 🍎 @MarvelTeacher2

3 weeks ago

What #Teachers don’t talk about: The students who behave, work hard, and follow directions often receive the least attention because the entire class revolves around managing the students who refuse to cooperate.

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Adam Boxer @adamboxer1

3 weeks ago

It's 2026 and I'm being told I'm not doing science teaching right because I don't use enough inquiry We might be the least well-educated and evidence-informed profession in the world In honour of this zombie returning, here is a thread with some things you might enjoy 👇

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David Decosimo @DavidDecosimo

4 weeks ago

University of Chicago Law School had decided to ban *not just AI* but laptops from the first year law classroom. This is the way!

David Decosimo @DavidDecosimo

3 months ago

The first major university that publicly commits to a total AI ban in its undergrad teaching (no AI in class, in creating syllabi or class prep, creating & completing assignments, or grading) and makes that part of its brand will see a major surge in applications & enrollment.