Teachers Talk Radio

This is the third episode in the international school series. Anna Bejshovcova shares with us her experience of developing literacy skills in Key Stage 1 with pupils from non-English language backgrounds, as we talk about phonics, reading confidence, oralcy and assessing literacy.

Emily Bryson was today's guest, speaking to me live from Argentina about her travels through South America, how she got involved with sketch-noting and graphic facilitation, and ideas for teaching that require minimal preparation. 

Darren looks back at Aristotle's "On Colours" as the foundation of colour theory and how our processing of colours impacts the pens we use for marking.

With the OFSTED  ‘Deep and Meaningful? The religious education subject report’ having been published just last month, it seems a  perfect time to discuss all things RE. In this show Dave talks to Ed Pawson on the OFSTED report and its implications for the subject of RE and then discusses RE teaching in primary and high school with Katie Freedman and Joanne Harris. 

Maxine talks to inspirational headteacher Bex Owen about her journey from pupil to NQT, Deputy Head, Acting Head and finally her appointment as Substantive Head at the same school. Looking back over the past 12 months, reflecting on school culture, the highs, challenges and learning as a school leader and offering advice to new, aspiring and acting head teachers. 

Kari chats with Sarah Johnson an accomplished education professional and parent of 4 children; 3 of whom have additional needs. Together they share the importance of early intervention in the Early Years and Sarah's battle to receive a diagnosis of cerebral palsy which has now prompted a national campaign to reform the rules around disabled blue badges for under threes.

Managing 16-19yr olds requires ingenuity, creativity and a dash of magic. Join Toby and Kwaku Dzidzornu as they discuss top tips for the classroom.  

Live from Nigeria - Aramide chats with special guest Damilare, a fellow teacher in Nigeria, about his experience with helping students reach their potential. 

Christopher talks to former MFL teacher and current educational researcher Dr Emily Macleod in how young people view teaching; whether they regard it as a high status career; and what attributes characterise those who enter the profession.

On today's show, I spoke to Tatjana Slijepcevich in Belgrade, about how coaching for teachers can be a great thing to do.