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Teachers Talk Radio
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Feb 5, 2024 • 58min
The Monday morning break with Marie Greenhalgh: What is our fascination with true crime and horror?
Join Jade, Nerys and I as we talk about true crime shows and horror. What are the consequences, both positive and negative? And what is the impact on the classroom?

Feb 4, 2024 • 1h 31min
English and Cultural Awareness through Art: The Twilight show with Graham Stanley
On today's show I spoke to Hania Bociek about English and Cultural Awareness through Art.

Feb 4, 2024 • 1h 31min
Creating a personal development curriculum: The Sunday Social with Anna Hudson
Join Anna Hudson as she is in conversation with Kelly Allchin as they discus the question 'How do we create a meaningful, consistent and inclusive curriculum beyond the academic?'
Kelly Allchin, is an Assisant Principle, Personal Development consultant and SMSC/Citizenship specialist. Kelly is passionate about the personal development of young people and is relentless in ensuring that all young
people have the skills and opportunities needed to become active and responsible global citizens.

Feb 3, 2024 • 1h 31min
The importance of Holocaust Education: the Late Show with Tom Hopkins Burke
As Holocaust Memorial Day 2024 passes, Tom is joined by senior leader James Griffiths and head of humanities Domonic Townsend to discuss the role of Holocaust education in History teaching today. They consider questions of curriculum, pedagogy and common student misconceptions, and why films like One Life do not tell the full story of Britain’s actions and inactions in this period. Plus, Katherine Prange shares her insights into Holocaust education in the USA amidst rising antisemitism across the pond, as one in five young Americans believe the Holocaust to be a myth.

Feb 3, 2024 • 1h 4min
Translanguaging. The Home Language in the Classroom: The Morning Break with Khanh Duc Kuttig
For a long time, language teachers have been advised to only use English in the ELT, EFL or ESL classroom but recently, the tide has changed and there is greater acceptance, and in fact, encouragement, of the use of learners' Ll or other home languages in the classroom. Hoang Nguyen, a teacher in Vietnam, shares his thoughts on this in conversation with Khanh Duc Kuttig

Feb 2, 2024 • 1h 1min
Beyond Barriers. Tech as a Tool for Inclusive Education: The Late Show with James Radburn
Join us on 'The Late Show with James Radburn' for an episode on Teachers Talk Radio: 'Beyond Barriers: Tech as a Tool for Inclusive Education.' This week, educator Nicci Foote shares her journey and insights into using technology to make education accessible and engaging for all. With a focus on the transformative power of assistive tech, Nicci discusses her personal challenges with dyslexia and how they've shaped her approach to teaching and coaching educators worldwide.
Discover practical strategies for integrating technology in the classroom, insights on the global landscape of teaching with tech, and the future implications that technology can have in education. Whether you're an educator looking to enhance your tech-savviness or interested in the evolving role of technology in learning, this episode offers valuable perspectives on creating inclusive, engaging learning environments. Tune in to Teachers Talk Radio for an enlightening conversation on harnessing technology to break down educational barriers and pave the way for a more inclusive future in education

Feb 2, 2024 • 1h 8min
Care, compassion and the leaders of tomorrow: The twilight show with Claire Cannon
What skills do we want the leaders of tomorrow to have? I start by thinking about what is working currently and then think about how we can build on this to develop the leaders of tomorrow. Some fascinating insights from Utha Vallade about what has been happening in her school with some practical examples of strategies which have already had proven impact.

Feb 2, 2024 • 1h 4min
Different Perspectives: The Late Late Show with Sean Mackay.
In this week's show, Sean talks to Izzy Reid-Mackay about the different perspectives of primary and secondary and whether there is, actually, any differences - or is that divide just a myth?

Feb 2, 2024 • 1h 2min
Educating for democracy is now more important than ever. The Friday Morning Break with John Gibbs
How can schools teach democratic values? Do we agree on the values of democracy? I discuss these questions with my guest this week Dr. Edda Sant, Senior Lecturer in Education at the University of Manchester.

Feb 1, 2024 • 1h 12min
The Staffroom, Haven, Heaven or Hell: The Late Late Show with Paul Hazzard
Join Paul as he chats to Professor Dr Rachel Lofthouse about their experience and views on the staffroom.
Staff need each other
The staffroom - a place for development, growth and learning
Should management go into the staffroom?
Does the staffroom contribute to T&L?
Funny 'ouch' or 'haha'?
Packed with vital insights for all teachers, in all settings the programme explores the staffroom as a sanctuary, a place for connection and a strategic playground.
Find out more about Rachel here: https://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/staff/professor-rachel-lofthouse/
And follow her on Twitter/X here: @DrRLofthouse
Follow me on Twitter/X here: @Arkle123