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Best of The Authority: Blind Spots with Kimberly Berens
In this "Best Of" episode, we revisit our conversation with scientist-educator Dr. Kimberly Nix Berens. Kimberly is Founder of Fit Learning and author of Blind Spots: Why students fail and the science that can save them.
We talk about:
We must know about and make an effort to truly see the blind spots
The beliefs and traditions that shape education in the US create blind spots
60% of students graduate below proficiency. But what does this statistic mean?
Examples of blind spots in action
How behavioral science supports effective teaching
How parents and educators can advocate for their…
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