Homework is stupid: Recent Episodes
Lauren Buongiovanni
Homework is Stupid, by mom/school psychologist, Lauren Buongiovanni, brings together expert opinions and research to explore relevant topics in education.
Lauren Buongiovanni and Dr. Christopher A. Kearny, PhD, discuss the meaning of Schoo Refusal and other issues related to Post-COVID School Re-entry.
Lauren Buongiovanni and founder of Spring Math (www.springmath.com), Amanda VanDerHeyden, PhD, discuss the passion & science of math.
Lauren talks to sociologist and author, Margaret Hagerman, Ph.D., to discuss how white kids learn about race and privilege in their everyday lives. Dr. Hagerman's extensive research in this area is presented in her book entitled, White Kids: Growing Up with Privilege in a Racially Divided America.
Lauren Buongiovanni and best-selling author, Deborah Reber, discuss TiLT Parenting and "differently wired™" kids. Debbie is passionate about the idea that being differently wired isn't a deficit - it's a difference.
Lauren Buongiovanni and Dr. Elisabeth Sheff discuss the myths and facts about polyamorous families and their children.
Lauren and Dr. Langman discuss warning signs, psychological attributes and surprising facts that you might not know about school shooters.
Lauren and Dr. Stephanie Leite discuss measuring violence potential in individuals and problem-solving approaches to threat assessment in schools.
Lauren connects with Stephanie Pitts, M.Ed., ET/P and Rachel Kapp, M.A., ET/P - to discuss critical factors regarding kindergarten during this development stage.
Lauren sits down with Dr. Charles Barrett, Ph.D., NCSP - School Psychologist, Musician, Teacher, and Writer - to discuss ways to access school services for children within a public school system while giving parents the support necessary for academic success.
Charles Barrett and Susanne Cox discuss emotional well-being for kids, parents and teachers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lauren and Dr. Julie Cradock O’Leary discuss the concept of shame and its impact on students. They explore effective classroom techniques and suggest ways to parent without shame.
Lauren and Dr. Celine Saulnier discuss what to know and where to go regarding autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Lauren and Reagan discuss traditional and non-traditional successful options that are available for students going through transition.
Lauren discusses this scientifically-proven method of helping your teen improve executive functioning with the inventor of the STAND method.
Lauren and Ericka discuss what happens during lockdown drills and how students and teachers can be supported in mitigating the potential negative effects.
Lauren and Dr. Ford discuss prevalence of headaches in kids, what it means and what to do if your child or student suffers from headaches.
Lauren and Dr. North discuss a proven way to communicate better with your kids - especially adolescents!
Exploring the concept of homework - is it really effective in improving academic performance or just a way to make everyone, including parents, miserable? Lauren and Erika explore current practice and a look at what the research indicates.
Lauren and Dr. Sibley explore the more practical ways that ADHD effects kids, teens and young adults. A review of current research and practice is presented.