Tom Rogers runs through they key parts of the recent DFE survey release on the working lives of teachers. What were the key takeaways? What are teachers currently thinking? Tom is joined by TJ Watson, a lead practitioner of Science based in London, to share his takes on the data.Por Teachers Talk Radio

Ngo Duc Huy and I discuss the challenges faced by early career English language teachers in Vietnam and share an insightful and interesting conversation about the teaching landscape in the country.Por Teachers Talk Radio

Will is in conversation with Paula Moses to discuss her innovative PhD research about the concept of success in life and the role of the primary curriculum in helping pupils achieve this.Por Teachers Talk Radio

Toria discusses PE - what does modern day PE teaching look like? The guest is Matt Cotten, a primary school teacher and leader who is passionate about PE teaching at all levels and phases.Por Teachers Talk Radio

In this compelling episode, hosts Brent Poland and stand in guest co host Christopher Vowles dive deep into the complex issue of knife crime affecting schools and youth communities. Drawing from personal experiences and national statistics, they explore the multifaceted factors driving the increase in knife-related offences, including gang culture,…

Dave chats to Gemma Molyneux and Matt Venton about Oracy. What is it, why has it recently become so prominent as a focus in education, how can it help students in the classroom and beyond and how can we avoid it becoming just the latest passing fad?Por Teachers Talk Radio

This episode explores the intricate relationship between language and social identity. John Gibbs and Dr Christian Ilbury, from Edinburgh University, discuss how accents can signal various aspects of identity, including region, class, and even competence. Christian challenges the notion of a 'standard' language, advocating for the appreciation of l…

Michelle shares insights into the challenges and opportunities of middle leadership. The show offers a practical guide to effective middle leadership that will ultimately influence change. Middle leaders are the catalyst for change!Por Teachers Talk Radio

Following an invigorating parents' evening, Toby talks about parental collaboration, how to foster independence in 16-18-year-olds and celebrating small wins in education as a means of building a positive learning environment.Por Teachers Talk Radio

Kathryn is joined by Nathan Douglas, Deputy Headteacher and EdD Candidate to explore the issue of teachers’ professional identities and how these relate to professional satisfaction and teacher retention.Por Teachers Talk Radio

Join co hosts Graham Stanley and James Radburn for this one off special delving into the lives of teachers who have transitioned from the classroom into the world of edtech. Find out more about Toddle by visiting toddleapp.com. They are joined by two guests... Deepanshu Arora - Deepanshu is the Co-founder and CEO of Toddle, an AI-powered teaching &…

Kathryn is joined by Jo Facer, Head of the NPQ Faculty at the National Institute of Teaching. We review her new book, an evidence informed review of strategies for effective teacher PD from ResearchEd, published by John Catt.Por Teachers Talk Radio

Amanda and her guest, Tammie Rea, talk about Tammie's experiences in various educational settings from girls' grammar schools to a young offenders' unit and how these have shaped her as a teacher.Por Teachers Talk Radio

Famida Choudhary chats with accomplished educator and literacy expert Vridhi Sharma about nurturing reading competencies in students. They discuss the foundational skills needed for early years and how these evolve into advanced comprehension in middle school. Vridhi shares practical strategies for educators, including guided reading, vocabulary-bu…

On The Weekly Review, panellists, Lucy Neuburger, Brent Poland and Christopher Vowles discuss hot topics in the week's news with host, Paul Hazzard. Show production by Lianne Lax. This week's stories: Teachers face ‘alarming’ rise in verbal and physical abuse from pupils https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/general/teachers-face-alarming-rise-verbal-p…

Darren talks about using formative assessment data to encourage our young people's responsibility for their own learning. (Content warning: Brief mention of parent death. Please skip the first 15 minutes if this is triggering for you).Por Teachers Talk Radio

Have you ever heard people say their job does not feel like work because they enjoy it so much? This is often based on their personal values being aligned with those of their role and employer. Sophie W joins me as we discuss how values help us to connect and what better way to support our pupils, particularly those with SEMH needs than to give the…

Morgan and Tod dive deep into the essential components of curriculum design—exploring powerful knowledge, core values, progression, and the importance of diversity and representation. They unpack the why, how, and who behind crafting a curriculum with clear intent, and how intentional design shapes the learning journey. From understanding the goals…

Brent Poland (@BrentPoland1) and Adam Spence (@aspence81) engage in a debate about whether academies have reached their conclusion and what the future holds. Joining in on the debate is Dr Pam Jarvis @Dr_Pam_Jarvis A show not to be missed.Por Teachers Talk Radio

Join co-hosts, Tom Rogers @Rogershistory and Kathryn Clark @arithmaticks as they explores all things accessibility in maths with Caroline Hodgson and Neil Ogden from @OCR_MathsPor Teachers Talk Radio

Part 2 of Classroom Craze: Trends That Transformed or Tumbled? This week Dani dives into two of the most hotly debated educational trends of the past decade: Learning Styles and Growth Mindset. Are we truly wired to learn better as visual, auditory, or kinesthetic learners, or is this a myth that’s held classrooms back? And does fostering a growth …

In a fascinating show, Lucy Neuburger @LuEliz1989 and Hannah Wilson @ArtTeacherHWN remind teachers of the skills, capabilities and competencies that come as part of the job and make us highly employable.Por Teachers Talk Radio

Rae and Lianne discuss the age-old question that plagues teachers everywhere: Should we use our holiday time to complete work tasks, or is it better to switch off completely?Por Teachers Talk Radio

Join Toria as she speaks to Liz Stevenson, headteacher of an independent special school. She has worked previously as a teacher, leader and school improvement support in both the primary and secondary sector.Por Teachers Talk Radio

Will Mercer talks to special guest design and tech specialist Richard Brown about building a D and T curriculum.Por Teachers Talk Radio

Teacher Seda Yaman joins me from Turkey to talk about fostering self-confidence and other ways to empower learners.Por Teachers Talk Radio

On The Weekly Review, panellists, Lucy Neuburger, John Gibbs and Brent Poland discuss hot topics in the week's news with host, Paul Hazzard. Show production by Lianne Lax. This week's stories: Why we need research-informed teaching that’s specific to primary https://tinyurl.com/7wby8u46 Michael O'Leary doubles down on teacher comments, as Harris ca…

Krupa and Nazya are joined by Isaac Akinde, a Business Teacher teaching in a secondary school. This refreshing and authentic conversation offers some key strategies on creating optimal classroom environments for neuro-diverse learners.Por Teachers Talk Radio

This conversation explores the research conducted by Dr. Nicky Wright on adolescent communication, focusing on parent-teen relationships and the use of technology, specifically head cameras, to observe interactions. The discussion highlights the challenges of studying adolescents, the importance of nonverbal communication, and the potential for usi…

This week, Brent Poland (@BrentPoland1) and Adam Spence (@aspence81) explore the SEND crisis. In part 2 they take a close look at parents and teacher conflict.Por Teachers Talk Radio

This week Chris (@Chris_W1987) dedicates his show to International Men's Day and he's joined by Brent Poland (@BrentPoland1) and Paul Hazzard (@Arkle123) to discuss key issues around men and teaching. Together they explore the impact of teaching on men's well-being and look at some of the ways in which mental health can be improved.…

When parents get involved with their child's school, whether from chatting to their child's teacher to volunteering for the PTA, it can boost attendance, improve behaviour and elevate academic success - proving that when parents engage, students thrive. Join Tom Rogers and a brilliant panel of guests as they discuss how and why parental engagement …

Kathryn is joined by Shane Leaning, Shanghai-based organisational coach. Shane supports international schools globally and is passionate about empowering school leaders to develop cultures that support learning and development for all.Por Teachers Talk Radio

In this special one off show, Tom Rogers and Harry Waters are joined by special guest Sachin Bhopal-Myers, a 19 year old climate activist, who talks about his personal journey to climate activism and his role in the Teach the Teacher Campaign by SOS-UK. In this show, they discuss: 1. Climate Education: The benefits and importance of equipping stude…

Large classes, demotivated students, a lack of resources, a shortage of teachers, social problems. On today's show, I talked about these and other difficult circumstances that teachers and educational systems face, and looked at some solutions that have been implemented or which teachers could adopt.…

On The Weekly Review, panellists, Kathryn Taylor, John Gibbs and Lianne Lax discuss hot topics in the week's news with host, Paul Hazzard. Show production by Lianne Lax. This week's stories: Report finds ‘shocking and dispiriting’ fall in children reading for pleasure https://www.theguardian.com/books/2024/nov/05/report-fall-in-children-reading-for…

Darren looks at two studies which demonstrate the educational benefits of self-affirmation exercises in schools.Por Teachers Talk Radio

As teachers, we focus our energy on our students. But what about when we become the learners ourselves? Join me in discussion with Martin and Christina as we take a look at how the Swedish system works. How does no Ofsted sound to you? And less rigidity in general? We also talk about the success of relational approaches and challenge fears about “l…

In a one off pop up show, Tom Rogers talks to legendary military historian Paul Reed about Remembrance in Schools.Por Teachers Talk Radio

This episode will appeal to anyone who might be interested in becoming a senior leader in a school as well to those already in senior leadership positions who may be wondering where the next leaders are coming from. It is full and frank and gets to the heart of the issues while also holding out hope and inspiration for the future.…

In this episode, we explore the evolving role of English in the curriculum with guest Zoe Enser- expert educator, English specialist and author. Zoe explores how adding time to a subject does not necessarily improve outcomes. English is vital so how do we engender a love for the subject? How can disciplinary literacy be effectively integrated into …

This week, Brent Poland (@BrentPoland1) and Adam Spence (@aspence81) explore the use of technology in the classroom. How responsible is teachers' use of technology? How can AI have a responsible impact on teaching and learning? In part 2 they discuss the news that tuition fees are to rise and the impact that will have on education.…

Join Dani as we dive into the biggest teaching trends of the past decade! Dani unpacks which classroom innovations made a real impact and which ones fizzled out, sharing stories, insights, and honest reflections from educators. Listen in for a fresh perspective of how trends such as cooperative learning and Direct Instruction have shaped today's cl…

Tom is joined by special guest Phil Naylor (Author of 'Some Schools are harder than others' - published via John Catt Educational) to discuss what makes some schools tougher to teach in than others and what could entice a teacher to go and teach in one of these schools. Phil reflects on his experience teaching in schools in Blackpool for 25 years, …

Sarah Kate Towlson hosts an insightful episode of Teachers Talk Radio titled: 'Clear the Path: Fewer Admin Tasks, Better Teacher-Student Connections.' This show delves into the challenges of teacher workload, focusing on how reducing non-teaching administrative tasks can foster deeper, more meaningful connections between teachers and students, espe…

Toria explores the concept of teaching without any technology with special guest Darren Leslie.Por Teachers Talk Radio

On The Weekly Review, panellists, Lucy Neuburger, John Gibbs and Brent Poland discuss hot topics in the week's news with host, Paul Hazzard. Show production by Lucy Neuburger. This week's stories: Teacher felt 'worthless' after facing discrimination - as report warns racism is harming profession https://news.sky.com/story/teacher-felt-worthless-aft…

Will talks with educator Jason Bentley about why and how children can direct and reflect their own learning. They talk about how teachers can create the conditions to encourage children agency, and Jason argues that this is an essential part of what education should be. They also discuss the challenges and opportunities of teaching children for an …

Darren talks about the history of reasoning and why it's an important skill to develop in our classes.Por Teachers Talk Radio

In this conversation, Dr. Neela Choudhury, head of the senior school at the British International School of Washington, DC, shares her insights on international education, discussing the cultural differences in educational values, the flexibility of curricula, and the importance of parental involvement. She highlights the unique challenges and rewa…