The Impact Podcast

Exploring the basics of literacy and numeracy, the hosts discuss teaching strategies and the importance of foundational knowledge. They delve into breaking learning conventions, Piaget's Schema Theory, and the power of punctuation in communication. The podcast also covers efficient multiplication strategies, building strong mathematical connections, and mastering fundamentals for educational success.

Discover the versatility and importance of multiple choice questions in teaching. Learn how they can identify learning gaps, facilitate discussions, and aid lesson planning. Explore strategies for crafting effective questions and distractors to enhance student engagement and understanding. Dive into educational collaborations and reflections on trauma in this insightful episode.

Join hosts Fin and Jane as they chat with Sue Marles from Raglan CIW Primary School about instilling a culture of professional learning. They delve into Bloom's Taxonomy, discuss navigating pandemic challenges, and explore various professional learning initiatives in Wales.

Education in Wales is in crisis. With the backdrop of the PISA results and an ongoing funding crisis, more evidence has emerged that things are going wrong. In this episode, Fin and Jane discuss Estyn’s annual report and the letter to the minister from the chair of the review of the middle tier. Heads and teachers in Wales can join our private Facebook group, Teachers in Wales - research-informed pedagogy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1099646660713906/ Buy our book Power Up Your Pedagogy: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Power-Up-Your-Pedagogy-Illustrated/dp/1398388068 Subscribe to ImpactPlus today: www.impact.wales/impactplus Hosts: Finola Wilson and Jane Miller Producer: Darren Evans Visit us at: www.impact.wales Music: Power Shutoff by Craig MacArthur

What is deep learning, and why is it important for teachers to understand the concept? Jane and Fin discuss. PAPER: Craik & Lockhart (1972) - Levels of Processing: A Framework for Memory Research. http://wixtedlab.ucsd.edu/publications/Psych%20218/Craik_Lockhart_1972.pdf Heads and teachers in Wales can join our private Facebook group, Teachers in Wales - research-informed pedagogy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1099646660713906/ Buy our book Power Up Your Pedagogy: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Power-Up-Your-Pedagogy-Illustrated/dp/1398388068 Subscribe to ImpactPlus today: www.impact.wales/impactplus Hosts: Finola Wilson and Jane Miller Producer: Darren Evans Visit us at: www.impact.wales Music: Power Shutoff by Craig MacArthur

Discussion on progression in Curriculum for Wales, including the importance of metacognitive skills, empowering students, knowledge acquisition, and flexible teaching methods. Addressing root causes, measurable learning objectives, and upcoming workshops.

Cognitive load theory has been described as the single most important thing teachers need to understand. But what is it and how can it help in teaching? In this episode, Fin and Jane discuss everything teachers need to know about cognitive load theory. LINK: Cognitive load theory in practice: https://education.nsw.gov.au/about-us/education-data-and-research/cese/publications/practical-guides-for-educators/cognitive-load-theory-in-practice Heads and teachers in Wales can join our private Facebook group, Teachers in Wales - research-informed pedagogy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1099646660713906/ Buy our book Power Up Your Pedagogy: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Power-Up-Your-Pedagogy-Illustrated/dp/1398388068 Subscribe to ImpactPlus today: www.impact.wales/impactplus Hosts: Finola Wilson and Jane Miller Producer: Darren Evans Visit us at: www.impact.wales Music: Power Shutoff by Craig MacArthur

What do teachers really think of Curriculum for Wales? Impact Wales has been polling teachers on behalf of ITV News to find out. In this episode, Fin and Jane discuss the survey results. Heads and teachers in Wales can join our private Facebook group, Teachers in Wales - research-informed pedagogy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1099646660713906/ Buy our book Power Up Your Pedagogy: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Power-Up-Your-Pedagogy-Illustrated/dp/1398388068 Subscribe to ImpactPlus today: www.impact.wales/impactplus Hosts: Finola Wilson and Jane Miller Producer: Darren Evans Visit us at: www.impact.wales Music: Power Shutoff by Craig MacArthur

It’s almost Christmas, so Fin and Jane are ending 2023 on a high with a quiz, featuring questions about the Impact Podcast and education in Wales! How many will you get right? Heads and teachers in Wales can join our private Facebook group, Teachers in Wales - research-informed pedagogy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1099646660713906/ Buy our book Power Up Your Pedagogy: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Power-Up-Your-Pedagogy-Illustrated/dp/1398388068 Subscribe to ImpactPlus today: www.impact.wales/impactplus Hosts: Finola Wilson and Jane Miller Producer: Darren Evans Visit us at: www.impact.wales Music: Power Shutoff by Craig MacArthur

Resilience has always been an issue in learning, but it has taken on a new importance since the pandemic. With resilience now embedded in Curriculum for Wales as one of the four purposes, Fin and Jane discuss how teachers can help pupils build resilience. Heads and teachers in Wales can join our private Facebook group, Teachers in Wales - research-informed pedagogy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1099646660713906/ Buy our book Power Up Your Pedagogy: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Power-Up-Your-Pedagogy-Illustrated/dp/1398388068 Subscribe to ImpactPlus today: www.impact.wales/impactplus Hosts: Finola Wilson and Jane Miller Producer: Darren Evans Visit us at: www.impact.wales Music: Power Shutoff by Craig MacArthur