

That'll Teach You
That'll Teach You
A light-hearted look at life as a teacher with Jane Costigan and Hugh O'Connor.@thatllteachyoupodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 1, 2024 • 27min
Teaching in L.A. with Treasa Bowe
The wonderful Treasa Bowe (@betweenthecoversofagoodbook) joins Jane and Hugh in the first of her two-part appearance on That'll Teach You. Treasa takes us through her time teaching in Los Angeles, what she discovered there to inform her teaching, and how she managed through different types of lockdown. We also nerd out on her bookcases.Join us again next week when Treasa takes a deep dive into Literacy!Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcastRate and review, tell a friend! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 24, 2024 • 30min
Exploring Resources in Maths with Alan Grace
Let's talk maths! Alan Grace (@thefoureyedteacher) joins the podcast to educate Hugh and Jane about the wide world of maths resources. From lollipop sticks to Numicon, we look at ways to enthuse and engage our students in maths lessons.Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 17, 2024 • 35min
Educate Together with Trina Golden
Principal Trina Golden (@_fromtinyacorns_) is this week's guest to answer all our questions about Educate Together. In 2020, Trina set up a new school with 9 students, and enlightens Hugh and Jane about the challenges and privileges of managing a developing school.Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcastRate, review, and tell a friend! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 10, 2024 • 36min
Love in the Classroom with Lorraine
We love our students, but how can we show them? Lorraine (@all_things_primary) joins Jane and Hugh to give her take on the controversial issue of love in the classroom. Should teachers hug their students? Could avoiding hugs cause more damage? Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 27, 2024 • 21min
Easter Holidays/Look-Ahead to Summer!
Jane and Hugh catch their breath as the Easter holidays begin, reflecting on the year since Christmas, and looking ahead to what's to come in the summer term. They dish out their usual blend of congratulations and advice, whether you're an established teacher or a student heading into placement. Hugh also exposes Jane's lack of knowledge of how calendars work.We're taking next week off - see you on 10th April!Don't forget to rate and review please, and follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 20, 2024 • 37min
Play in the Middle and Senior Classes
Jane and Hugh are joined by Katie-Jayne (kj_teaches) to explore how to bring play to the top half of the school. Does play have to be sandpits and role play areas, or is there so much more? Also, Hugh and Jane practise their snorts live on air.Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast and don't forget to rate and review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 13, 2024 • 49min
Teaching in Australia with Jane O'Reilly
For the first time, That'll Teach You takes a look at life as a teacher elsewhere. Jane O'Reilly joins Jane and Hugh to discuss her move to teaching in Australia, and all of the highs and lows that came with it. Paperwork, discipline and the many uses of sunscreen are all up for discussion as we look at what teaching is like Down Under. Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcastPleas Rate and Review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 6, 2024 • 36min
Seachtain na Gaeilge with Mollie
Gaeilge teacher and influencer Mollie (@irishwithmollie) returns to That'll Teach You to help us prepare for Seachtain na Gaeilge (only the Irish could invent a week that's 17 days long). Jane and Hugh are fresh off a serious snowball fight with about a hundred small children, but manage to settle down in time to discuss activities and approaches to use in the classroom to help promote Gaeilge during Seachtain na Gaeilge.Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcastPlease Rate and Review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 28, 2024 • 34min
Debating with Gillian
Gillian (@the_glitter_and_coffee_teacher) joins Jane and Hugh this week to talk about debating. From building the child's confidence to developing research skills, we discuss all sorts of ways to use public speaking and debating in the classroom. We also give advice on what to do if you see a tractor through your classroom window.Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast and please remember to rate and review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 21, 2024 • 30min
Promoting Positivity as a Principal
We're back! In our first episode of 2024, we are joined by Robbie (@positiveprimaryprincipal) to discuss a principal's expectations of staff and parents, how to build positive relationships, and the role of a principal in behaviour management. Jane and Hugh also treat Robbie as their personal agony aunt, but what's new?Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast and don't forget to rate and review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


