Ashley Doty

The Multitasking Myth Just Won’t Die | Uncomplicate Ed

Ashley Doty

Published on: 10/30/2026

Multitasking is a myth. See what cognitive science says about task switching, split attention, classroom engagement, and how teachers can better protect students’ attention.

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FAST Median Growth: What It Means and What To Do Next

Ashley Doty

Published on: 10/23/2026

Learn what FAST median growth means and how to use it. Clear steps for parents, teachers, coaches, and leaders.

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Learning Styles Are Back From the Dead. Again.

Ashley Doty

Published on: 10/16/2026

Learning styles are one of education’s most persistent myths. See what the research says about visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners, and what teachers can focus on instead.

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Math Fact Fluency in Florida: What Should Be Mastered, and When?

Ashley Doty

Published on: 10/09/2026

What math facts should Florida students recall, and when? This guide breaks down B.E.S.T. expectations, mastery timing, and why intentional retrieval practice matters.

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