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Rod J. Naquin
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Educational leadership and professional development specialist | Practicing the science of dialogue → http://Rodjnaquin.substack.com
Sarah Cottinghatt & Adam Kohlbeck explain how varying rehearsal in teacher coaching helps prepare for real scenarios. Only vary after mastering basics & use plausible situations to build adaptability. cognitivecoaching.substack.com/p/coaching-c...
April 22, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Multi-turn conversations (4+ turns) provide more opportunities for vocabulary learning and language development compared to brief 2-3 turn exchanges, as they allow for sustained back-and-forth dialogue and deeper engagement.
www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
April 22, 2025 at 1:59 PM
April 22, 2025 at 12:44 PM
Study claims AI hurts thinking but uses biased sample (76% had graduate degrees!), relies on self-reports vs real tests, and shows correlation not causation. Key stats missing. Claims exceed evidence. www.mdpi.com/2075-4698/15...
April 22, 2025 at 2:40 AM
A March 2025 report shows AI literacy as LinkedIn's top skill, with 72% supporting it in schools. Beijing mandates AI classes, universities launch new programs, and libraries evolve to include AI specialist roles. ailiteracy.institute/ai-literacy-...
April 21, 2025 at 9:22 PM
Reposted by Rod J. Naquin
The power of #annotation.

Speaking of which you all should check out @remikalir.bsky.social’s ‘Re/Marks on Power: How Annotation Inscribes History, Literacy, and Justice.’

mitpress.mit.edu/9780262551038/…
April 19, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Reposted by Rod J. Naquin
Hi Rod, my colleague and I wrote this article on why GenAI does not have to undermine education. Please help us share it by reposting to promote dialog.

www.frontiersin.org/journals/art...
Frontiers | Shaping integrity: why generative artificial intelligence does not have to undermine education
The integration of generative artificial intelligence (GAI) in education has been met with both excitement and concern. According to a 2023 survey by the Wor...
www.frontiersin.org
April 21, 2025 at 5:31 AM
Former(?) atheist finds political passion that mirrors his grandmother's religious devotion, though he selectively adopts zeal while missing the deeper spiritual wisdom he claims to admire.
open.substack.com/pub/buildcog...
April 21, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Stefan Bauschard explores how younger generations navigate technological and social changes, arguing that elders should learn from youth's adaptive perspectives and collaborative approach to understanding an evolving world. stefanbauschard.substack.com/p/we-should-...
April 21, 2025 at 11:44 AM
Check out my guest appearance on the Transformative Principal to learn how I use AI as a "reading assistant" to better understand research, optimize time & unlock AI's capabilities. I share concrete strategies for integrating AI tools to enhance learning.
transformativeprincipal.org/s12/583
April 21, 2025 at 11:21 AM
This argues creating human-like AI is computationally intractable & current systems mislead cognitive science. It proposes reclaiming AI as a theoretical tool for developing better theories of cognition, rather than pursuing artificial general intelligence
link.springer.com/article/10.1...
April 21, 2025 at 12:55 AM
3 Gymnopedies (Arr. For Flute And Harp): Gymnopedie No. 1 (Arr. For Flute And Harp) open.spotify.com/track/3FGFxU...
April 21, 2025 at 12:49 AM
In Holly Korbey's newsletter-- check out my take on LA's NAEP gains: they stem from teachers' deep reading science knowledge, powering effective curriculum use. Comprehensive approach is key to a "coherent system" driving progress.
hollykorbey.substack.com/p/is-the-lou...
April 20, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Bakhtin sees dialogue as the essence of human existence. We form our identities through interactions with others. The self is never fixed, but constantly evolving through dialogue. This view challenges notions of absolute truth and individual autonomy.

philpapers.org/rec/NIKMBA
April 20, 2025 at 3:12 PM
If you're passionate about AI in education, leadership dialogue & teaching innovation, I'd love to connect! Whether you're a fellow educator, leader, or just curious about these intersections, let's find time to dialogue: calendar.app.google/Lm2faKFNpDvs...
April 20, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Carl Hendrick explores a study revealing students often ignore or fail to benefit from written feedback, challenging traditional educational marking practices and suggesting more innovative assessment approaches. carlhendrick.substack.com/p/is-written...
April 20, 2025 at 12:09 PM
Massachusetts students explore history through authentic questions that lead to deeper understanding of past and present. This free program, created by teachers and scholars, turns classrooms into spaces for genuine historical investigation. www.doe.mass.edu/investigatin...
April 19, 2025 at 11:38 PM
Maria Murray warns that many teens can't read (30% of 8th graders below basic) and urges principals to act. She outlines 5 steps: train teachers, use data, pick proven methods, schedule reading time, and tier support. lnkd.in/gkY8SJRY
April 19, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Really into writing around here
April 19, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Schön critiques the "technical rationality" model for overlooking professional artistry, emphasizing "reflection-in-action" to handle complex situations. This reflective approach is crucial for true expertise. www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.3...
April 19, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Paraphrasing restates someone's message to show understanding. Types include event-only (just facts), durative descriptive (adds context), evaluative (reflects feelings), and adequate (combines all). Research shows context matters. www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
April 19, 2025 at 11:53 AM
WSJ article proves AI use is widespread but offers no evidence it hurts learning. Strong data on usage rates and detection, but zero research showing academic harm or benefit to students. www.msn.com/en-us/money/...
April 19, 2025 at 6:38 AM
Matt Shapiro discusses "Southern Surge" with Karen Vaites & Rod Naquin, exploring how Louisiana & other Southern states achieved major reading score improvements through new literacy programs. www.marginallycompelling.com/p/celebratin...
April 19, 2025 at 3:36 AM
“Where all think alike, no one thinks very much.”
—Walter Lippmann
April 19, 2025 at 2:35 AM
Rain - 2022 Stereo Mix open.spotify.com/track/3ZZ7z7...
April 18, 2025 at 11:13 PM