How Learning Works: Course Climate
From Owl Pellets: Tips for Ag Teachers by Owl Pellets
April 28, 2026 · 25 min · Episode 269
About this episode
The episode discusses the impact of course climate on student learning based on principles from the book 'How Learning Works'.
Brian, Becky, and Mike are back to diving into how learning works. Throughout this episode, they will dive deep into the seventh section of the book "How Learning Works: 8 Research-Based Principles for Smart Learning." Marsha Lovett, Michael Birdges, Michele DiPietro, Susan Ambrose, and Maria Norman focused this book on making learning work for you and your students! Come along as Brian, Becky, and Mike chat about how creating a safe space with high expectations can affect your students' learning.
People in this episode
Hosts: Brian, Becky, Mike
Topics covered
- learning principles
- course climate
- student expectations
- safe learning environment
- educational strategies
Keywords
- learning
- education
- course climate
- student engagement
- high expectations
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: How Learning Works: 8 Research-Based Principles for Smart Learning
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