Teachers Talk Radio

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   

Dust off January and welcome February with this Primary-themed chat. Ninety minutes of ramble, rants and rejoicing in all things teaching. Topics we covered included: The brilliance of the App, Notion. Copperbottoming: Solving the danger of Table Creep Should you use crocodiles to teach the inequality symbols (answer: yes you can) Me versus AI - can you tell the difference? My best observation from...an Ofsted Inspector Book Review: Steal Like An Artist (Austin Kleon) Reset Wood - come on a walk with your host Many thanks to our guest sponsors, Colt (Cold Tea in a can), Food Fling (Gousto for Teachers), SlideBloat (bulk out your powerpoints), Zing Purple (A parent comms app which only uses emojis) and TrainStation (mandatory staff training with personality).

Sabrina is joined by Joe to discuss coaching and mentoring and how they can be excellent tools to help schools and colleges to retain teachers.

Join me, Emily Edwards, to discuss why we should see more classroom teachers take on the challenge of leading an assembly and how we can make sure our assemblies are remembered for all the right reasons!

Dive into the dynamic world of education technology with Teachers Talk Radio's special BETT show podcast, brought to you in partnership with John Catt Educational Publishing and supported by Newline Interactive. In this exhilarating episode, we recap an inspiring three-day experience at Europe's largest education trade show, where the Teachers Talk Radio team had the chance to meet face-to-face and engage with listeners, potential partners, and tech enthusiasts.  Join us in part 1 as we explore the bustling atmosphere and the latest in interactive digital technology, including Newline Interactive's cutting-edge screens that are transforming classrooms. Hear from our special guests, including Dame Darcy Bussell, who shares her passion for integrating dance into education, and YouTube education stars Lewis Matheson and Jen Primrose Kitten, who discuss the persistence and creativity behind their successful channels. We also delve into thought-provoking conversations with edtech leaders like Brett Salakis, who offers insights into the future of social media in education, and Anton from Schooly, who introduces an all-encompassing MIS platform that promises to revolutionize school operations. Plus, don't miss our chat with Paul from Blocksi, who reveals how their content filtering and classroom management solutions are keeping students safe while enhancing the learning experience. Whether you're an educator, tech guru, or just passionate about the future of learning, this episode is packed with innovative ideas, practical solutions, and inspiring stories that will leave you energized and ready to embrace the potential of edtech. Tune in now for an unforgettable journey through the heart of educational innovation at the BETT show with Teachers Talk Radio.

Guest Em, a qualified SENCo and now full-time secondary English and Media teacher, discusses how she brings her SEN experience into the classroom and how schools can improve inclusion for all students. Host Rae argues ardently in favour of set classes and nurture groups.

Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of Teachers Talk Radio, where we take you on a historical exploration journey, shedding light on the concept of decolonizing the curriculum. We uncover the profound impact of the complex narrative of "mulatto solitude" on contemporary education and its significant implications for an anti-racist, inclusive education ethos. In this episode, we delve into the controversial term 'mulatto', its historical context, and the association with Solitude, a heroine who fought against reinstating slavery in late 18th-century West Indies. We critique Napoleon's biopic by Ridley Scott, emphasizing the need for a middle-aged, inclusive, holistic viewpoint of history. We then journey through a specific period in French history, focusing on the life of Solitude, a mixed-race former slave who became a symbol of resistance against slavery. Despite facing adversities, her resilient spirit and the crucial role she played in the fight for freedom transcended history, making her a significant figure for decolonizing the curriculum. Discover the connection between her and André Schwartz-Bart, a Holocaust survivor who reconstructed her life story through his enigmatic novel 'The Mulatto Solitude'. Our discussions will further equip you to initiate meaningful conversations about anti-racism, equality, and representation in your classrooms or households. We wrap up the episode by exploring innovative teaching methods aimed at decolonizing the content, introducing significant events and personalities usually untouched in traditional curriculums. You'd also find an introduction to global freedom fighters who deserve recognition. Tune in for a journey towards a more inclusive, decolonized curriculum and make education more engaging, meaningful, and balanced.

Poppy Gibson's guest is Jared, a teacher from Texas.

Christopher and author and creative writing tutor Meg Eden Kuyatt discuss the nature of being a neurodiverse teacher and learner and its implications for classroom practice.

The second episode in our series on decolonise the curriculum with female role models, Lumina Sophie is an icon of freedom in Martinique, French West Indies. Deserving of praise and promotion as a kick-ass heroine who fought to promote a desegregated society, she is a woman who led an armed rebellion in 1870.