Teachers Talk Radio

On The Weekly Review, panellists, Kathryn Taylor, John Gibbs and Lianne Lax discuss hot topics in the week's news with host, Paul Hazzard.  Show production by Lianne Lax. This week's stories: Report finds ‘shocking and dispiriting’ fall in children reading for pleasure https://www.theguardian.com/books/2024/nov/05/report-fall-in-children-reading-for-pleasure-national-literacy-trust The struggle to spot (and develop) effective teachers https://www.tes.com/magazine/teaching-learning/general/how-to-spot-and-develop-effective-teachers Phillipson to ask schools to end exam ‘tunnel vision’ and look to wellbeing https://www.theguardian.com/education/2024/nov/06/phillipson-to-ask-schools-to-end-exam-tunnel-vision-and-look-to-wellbeing Shows Reviewed: Self Affirmation : The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester Why doesn't anyone want to be a senior leader anymore?: The Morning Break with Carl Smith Classroom craze: Trends that transformed or tumbled?: The Late Late Show with Danielle Walley Armed with only a whiteboard and a pen - Teaching without tech: The Sunday Social with Toria Bono

Darren looks at two studies which demonstrate the educational benefits of self-affirmation exercises in schools.

As teachers, we focus our energy on our students. But what about when we become the learners ourselves? Join me in discussion with Martin and Christina as we take a look at how the Swedish system works. How does no Ofsted sound to you? And less rigidity in general? We also talk about the success of relational approaches and challenge fears about “losing control” when such practice is out in place.

In a one off pop up show, Tom Rogers talks to legendary military historian Paul Reed about Remembrance in Schools. 

This episode will appeal to anyone who might be interested in becoming a senior leader in a school as well to those already in senior leadership positions who may be wondering where the next leaders are coming from. It is full and frank and gets to the heart of the issues while also holding out hope and inspiration for the future.

In this episode, we explore the evolving role of English in the curriculum with guest Zoe Enser- expert educator, English specialist and author. Zoe explores how adding time to a subject does not necessarily improve outcomes. English is vital so how do we engender a love for the subject? How can disciplinary literacy be effectively integrated into all subjects and is this the way forward? The discussion focuses on planning with strategy and intent to ensure that literacy and English learning have a measurable impact on student learning. 

This week, Brent Poland (@BrentPoland1) and Adam Spence (@aspence81) explore the use of technology in the classroom. How responsible is teachers' use of technology? How can AI have a responsible impact on teaching and learning?   In part 2 they discuss the news that tuition fees are to rise and the impact that will have on education.

Join Dani as we dive into the biggest teaching trends of the past decade! Dani unpacks which classroom innovations made a real impact and which ones fizzled out, sharing stories, insights, and honest reflections from educators. Listen in for a fresh perspective of how trends such as cooperative learning and Direct Instruction have shaped today's classrooms and where education might head next!

Tom is joined by special guest Phil Naylor (Author of 'Some Schools are harder than others' - published via John Catt Educational) to discuss what makes some schools tougher to teach in than others and what could entice a teacher to go and teach in one of these schools. Phil reflects on his experience teaching in schools in Blackpool for 25 years, Bernie calls in to share her insights too. 

Sarah Kate Towlson hosts an insightful episode of Teachers Talk Radio titled: 'Clear the Path: Fewer Admin Tasks, Better Teacher-Student Connections.' This show delves into the challenges of teacher workload, focusing on how reducing non-teaching administrative tasks can foster deeper, more meaningful connections between teachers and students, especially amid the increasing needs of students today. With expert guests, including a former Headteacher from an all-girls independent school in the UK and an Inclusion Specialist with experience in the UK and UAE, the discussion highlights the importance of school trust, transparency and clearly communicating the value and purpose of tasks to staff. Together, they explore how enhancing these areas can empower teachers, improve student relationships and strengthen overall school culture.