Cooperant Learning Podcast | Morningside Academy and Generative Instruction Models | Andrew Kieta

Keywords

Morningside Academy, education, behavior analysis, generative instruction, standardized testing, precision teaching, educational practices, teaching strategies, student growth

Takeaways

• Morningside Academy focuses on students who fall behind in traditional education.
• The learning guarantee ensures students make at least two years of growth.
• Behavior analytic principles are integral to instructional decision-making.
• Standardized testing can be useful for measuring growth but has limitations.
• Precision teaching and the standard acceleration chart are effective tools for tracking progress.
• Homogeneous achievement grouping is crucial for effective teaching.
• Active coaching is more effective than traditional training workshops.
• Project Follow Through demonstrated the effectiveness of direct instruction.
• Educators should focus on creating environments that foster student engagement.

Summary

Kyle and Andrew Kieta, Executive Director at Morningside Academy, discuss the innovative practices at Morningside Academy, a school designed for students who struggle in traditional educational settings. Andrew shares insights into the academy's philosophy, the importance of behavior analysis in education, and the effectiveness of precision teaching. They also explore the role of standardized testing, the challenges educators face, and actionable steps for improving educational practices.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Cooperant Learning Podcast

01:48 The Journey to Morningside Academy

04:49 Understanding Morningside Academy's Philosophy

07:40 The Learning Guarantee and Student Growth

10:43 Behavior Analysis in Education

13:36 Standardized Testing and Its Implications

16:46 Precision Teaching and the Standard Acceleration Chart

24:27 Fluent Behaviors and Real-World Application

27:04 Challenges in Educational Systems

28:50 The Importance of Homogeneous Achievement Grouping

33:33 Coaching and Active Learning in Education

35:14 Project Follow Through and Its Impact

39:05 Global Educational Initiatives and Collaborations

41:49 Actionable Steps for Educators and Policymakers