In episode 134 of the Leader of Learning Podcast, Dr. Dan Kreiness (@dr_kreiness) interviews Erik Francis (@maverikedu12), an educator, international presenter, and author of “Deconstructing Depth of Knowledge: A Method and Model for Deeper Teaching and Learning” published by Solution Tree and “Now That’s a Good Question! How to Promote Cognitive Rigor Through Classroom Questioning” published by ASCD. In the episode, Erik discusses the definition and misconceptions of Depth of Knowledge, how to use it successfully, how leaders can support its implementation in their schools, and the benefits students gain from reaching higher levels of thinking and learning.

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About Erik Francis

Erik M. Francis is an international author, educator, and presenter with over 25 years of experience in education working as a classroom teacher, a site administrator, an education program specialist in a state education agency, and a professional development producer and provider. Erik is the author of Deconstructing Depth of Knowledge: A Method and Model for Deeper Teaching and Learning published by Solution Tree. He is also the author of Now That’s a Good Question! How to Promote Cognitive Rigor Through Classroom Questioning published by ASCD.

Erik is the owner of Maverik Education, providing professional development, guidance, and support on how to develop and deliver teaching and learning experiences that are standards-based, socially and emotionally supportive, and student responsive. He is also consistently ranked as one of the World’s Top 30 Education Professionals by the research organization Global Gurus.

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