Teachers Talk Radio

Patrick de Boer joins us in this episode as we explore the intricacies of CLIL in a conversation about bilingual education in the Netherlands and Germany, training of CLIL teachers, classroom strategies and assessment.

Decentering ELT (English Language Teaching), Action Research, and Artificial Intelligence and ELT were the main subjects me and my guest, Brazilian teacher Leonardo Lima spoke about on this show.

On The Weekly Review, Lucy Neuburger, John Gibbs and Shaniqua Edwards-Hayde discuss hot topics in the week's news with host, Paul Hazzard. This week's stories: Pay-as-you-go schooling: parents under pressure to fund essentials https://www.theguardian.com/money/article/2024/sep/02/pay-as-you-go-schooling-parents-under-pressure-to-fund-essentials 'It stains your brain': How social media algorithms show violence to boys https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4gdqzxypdzo Guidance to limit phone use in NI schools brings UK into alignment https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c785qx6nvg3o Shows Reviewed: Rethinking Assessment: The Late Show with James Radburn Teacher wellbeing tips: The Late Show with Hannah Wilson and Lucy Neuburger Start the Year Well: The Late Show with Claire Bills Inclusion in Leadership:  The Late Late Show with Chris Wilkinson

Darren talks about when subject knowledge is important in our pupils and why it is just as transferable as the 'soft skills' are.

Hannah and Lucy share a range of wellbeing tips for teachers. 

Scott Hayden, an expert in educational transformation and head of Teaching, Learning, and Digital at Basingstoke College of Technology, shares insights on modernizing assessments in today's tech-driven landscape. He discusses the limitations of traditional evaluation methods and the transformative potential of AI in personalizing education. The conversation dives into innovative assessment practices that prioritize essential skills over rigid degrees, and highlights the importance of empathetic teaching to foster genuine learning experiences.

This week my guest Dennis Sherwood describes the exams appeals process. Dennis is a writer, systems analyst and government adviser who campaigns for a better understanding of exam results. This is an illuminating discussion and essential listening for all teachers and parents.

In this engaging discussion, Afsan Redwan, a partially sighted educational leader, shares her inspiring journey overcoming challenges in leadership. She highlights the essential role of supportive workplaces and the need for inclusivity in education. Afsan reflects on her transformation from a science teacher to a learning coach, advocating for equality and diversity. She dives into the complexities of navigating recruitment processes and emphasizes the importance of personalized professional development for educators, all while promoting resilience and empowerment for disabled professionals.

I am joined by @TheNormalHead who has just started his second headship and @kateowbridge who has been a head for 20+ years as we reflect on how primary heads start the year well and the challenges this unique job offers!

On tonight’s Late Late Show with Piers Gledhill and Sharon Lambert, we dive deep into the challenges and opportunities of re-engaging with education after the summer break. Our discussion will focus on creating a welcoming and supportive environment for learners in Further Education (FE), especially those who may have had a negative schooling experience. We'll explore practical strategies for educators to foster a positive learning atmosphere, share success stories of transformative educational practices, and offer insights into how to motivate and inspire students as they transition back into their studies. Tune in for an enlightening conversation that aims to make the return to education as smooth and encouraging as possible for both students and educators alike.