LearningDust
66 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago -LearningDust aims to promote harmonious relationships between teachers, technicians and leadership teams in schools. Each episode examines a theme through the eyes of people who perform these roles in schools. Our motto - pedagogy and technology in harmony - refers to the aspiration that teachers and 'techies' can work with, rather than against each other.
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LearningDust 5.04 - William Lau
January 22, 2024 16:29 - 1 hour - 165 MBWilliam Lau, Assistant Head and Learning Tech Lead at Great Ormond Street Hospital talks about the similarities and differences between mainstream and hospital education, he also extols the virtues of giving admin rights to all staff!
LearningDust 5.03 - Robert Elworthy
November 28, 2023 08:50 - 1 hour - 157 MBRobert Elworthy, Senior Solutions Engineer at Malwarebytes shares his experience working as a teacher and IT Director as well as for one of the biggest cyber security companies on the planet. The episode is notable for Dave & Andy being nice to each other as well as Robert placing himself in both the Hall of Fame and the Cupboard of Shame.
LearningDust 5.02 - Gemma Drinkall
November 14, 2023 08:57 - 1 hour - 150 MBGemma Drinkall, creator of Teachers With Boundaries and HeadSphere joins us to discuss the dangers of being a "yes" person, how being a teacher can become all-encompassing, and how doing your best doesn't have to mean doing it all.
LearningDust 5.01 - Laura McInerney
October 20, 2023 10:27 - 1 hour - 169 MBThe wonderful Laura McInerney, founder of Teacher Tapp joins us to explain how research helps to develop policy, perceptions and products. We discuss the development of the app over time and Andy realises that he is getting old.
LearningDust 4.06 - Tara Durham - Everything works somewhere, nothing works everywhere
August 31, 2023 14:36 - 55 minutes - 126 MBAt the end of the academic year we were joined by Tara Durham, Learning Resource Manager (EdTech) at Shipley College, the smallest college in the UK. Tara shares her, and the college's, edtech journey, talks about the rate of change in that journey and underlines the importance of the partnership between leaders and technologists.
LearningDust 4.05 - Aaron Saxton
July 12, 2023 13:05 - 55 minutes - 127 MBIn our first ever LearningDust road trip we visit UA92, via the Death Star, to speak to Aaron Saxton, Director of Disruptive Learning. Sax tells us about the opportunities they provide for the region's young people to gain experience working with multinational tech companies; and how he is much faster than Andy at running!
LearningDust 4.04 - Phil Bagge
May 26, 2023 08:02 - 1 hour - 172 MBPhil Bagge, Computing Inspector / Advisor stars in the latest episode of LearningDust. He talks with Dave and Andy about how PRIMM works really well in KS2/3 in different programming languages whilst completely forgetting to promote Phil's new set of KS2 curricula books, details of which can be found at https://code-it.co.uk/
LearningDust 4.03 - James Griffiths
April 27, 2023 12:02 - 1 hour - 162 MBJames Griffiths, ex-military and GCHQ IT and information security expert joins us to discuss what schools can do to keep their systems, staff and data safe. We also ask James what teachers need to be aware of to support themselves and their students and what to do if your school is hacked.
LearningDust 4.02 - Dan Fitzpatrick
March 27, 2023 14:39 - 1 hour - 163 MBWe are delighted to be joined by Dan Fitzpatrick, educator, Edufuturist, expert in the use of AI in education, and soon to be best selling author. Dan tells us about the power of ChatGPT and other generative AI technologies and their potential to give us back the most precious resource - time.
LearningDust 4.01 - Dave & Andy
March 27, 2023 09:00 - 10 minutes - 23.5 MBAfter a not so brief hiatus, LearningDust is back for season four. Join Dave and Andy to hear about what has been going on at LD Towers, and to learn more about what you can expect for the new season.
LearningDust 3.17 - David Morgan
July 28, 2022 12:04 - 1 hour - 188 MBDavid is a passionate and talented educator and self confessed pedagogy nerd. He joins us to take us through his progression in education and speaks with relish about his new role with Replit who aim to bring the next billion software developers online. *Replit's EdFest is over for 2022, but the recordings of keynotes and amazing sessions (including one by our very own Andy Colley) are available on their YouTube playlist.
LearningDust 3.16 - Louise Campton
July 18, 2022 18:54 - 1 hour - 148 MBLouise Campton is a careers adviser and entrepreneur, an unusual mix to say the least, but she has taken the lemons that life threw at her and made lemonade in the form of Primary Goals, a company providing digital apprentices with opportunities to develop their schools’ use of edtech in the classroom.
LearningDust 3.15 - Anna & Harry Wake
July 06, 2022 07:46 - 55 minutes - 128 MBAnna & Harry Wake share their remarkable tale of how at 15 years old they created Mission Encodeable, a website designed to teach people to code. They discuss the benefits of brand guidelines and even manage to dissuade Andy from joining TikTok!
LearningDust 3.14 - David Morris
June 28, 2022 08:33 - 1 hour - 143 MBCEO of Heart Academies Trust David Morris shares his experience of joining a Trust lacking in trust and how his military background helped him to break down barriers and develop the culture of his schools.
LearningDust 3.13 - Ian Stockbridge
June 09, 2022 11:05 - 1 hour - 163 MBConcord College IT Manager Ian Stockbridge shares the benefit of his expertise and experience in cyber-security, bemoans the lack of SLA’s in education and champions the importance of making connections with human beings.
LearningDust 3.13 - Ian Stockbridge
June 09, 2022 11:05Concord College IT Manager Ian Stockbridge shares the benefit of his expertise and experience in cyber-security, bemoans the lack of SLA’s in education and champions the importance of making connections with human beings.
LearningDust 3.12 - Michael Bodekaer
May 13, 2022 15:37 - 58 minutes - 135 MBWe are delighted to be joined by Michael Bodekaer, CEO of $100 million edtech company Labster. Michael discusses how his product can benefit teachers and students, the implications of the Metaverse on education and how failure can be productive.
LearningDust Episode 3.11 - Ryan Evans
April 19, 2022 16:14 - 59 minutes - 136 MBRyan shares his experiences of moving from the classroom to learning tech company @aspire2be. He also shares details of his Google Innovator project, @IncludEduOnline which provides a framework of tools for supporting learners' needs when using technology.
LearningDust Episode 3.10 - Simon Antwis
March 30, 2022 15:52 - 54 minutes - 125 MBSimon Antwis, a consultant for STEER education explains how a student voice tool has transformed his schools’ approach to student wellbeing. He also discusses the results of a recent survey focusing on the mental health of young people.
LearningDust Episode 3.09 - Clay Smith
March 15, 2022 15:38 - 54 minutes - 126 MBWe are thrilled to be joined by Google’s Clay Smith, who talks with us about his journey from talent agent through computing teacher, coding superstar and breaker of things, to Solutions Engineer for Google.
LearningDust Episode 3.08 - Andy Murden
February 11, 2022 11:03 - 54 minutes - 124 MBAndy Murden, Head of Learning and Development at Go Live Services joins us in this episode to discuss his career progression through teaching to his current role delivering a course for EdTech Leaders. He also discusses the importance of coaching in schools and how the coaching model is used in his course.
LearningDust Episode 3.07 - Sky Caves
January 07, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 144 MBLearningDust kicks off the new year with a look at how we can support learners from both a curriculum and digital wellbeing perspective through the use of edtech. The expertise is provided by Sky Caves, Senior Learning Technologist at BCOT.
LearningDust Episode 3.06 - Simon Howe
December 22, 2021 17:12 - 54 minutes - 125 MBLearningDust draws 2021 to a close with a guest who was so good that we recorded him twice. Simon joins us to talk about innovation, how to visit BETT effectively, and the benefits of public speaking for both the individual and the school.
LearningDust 3.05 - Ed Fairfield
December 06, 2021 16:13 - 1 hour - 166 MBIn this episode we hear from marketing guru, parent governor, vice-chair of NAACE and erstwhile ice-cream salesman Ed about the importance of relationships, digital strategies and how to be a better buyer.
LearningDust Episode 3.04 - Alan Harrison
November 22, 2021 15:34 - 1 hour - 171 MBAlan fulfils his lifelong ambition in appearing on a podcast that he describes as “not terrible”. In the episode we discuss the usual wide range of topics, introduce our first listener giveaway and exclusively reveal the winners of this year’s Strictly Come Dancing.
LearningDust 3.01 - James Garnett
October 04, 2021 15:50 - 1 hour - 155 MBLearningDust is back for season three and for our first episode we are joined by James Garnett of United Learning. James talks about the importance of strategic thinking, how to translate between network managers and senior leaders and much more.
LearningDust 3.03 - Jonathan Coy
September 29, 2021 14:44 - 50 minutes - 116 MBJonathan’s company HeadteacherChat provides information and support for school leaders across the UK and now he is sharing his experience and insight with LearningDust listeners. Join us to learn about support models, using tech to improve staff wellbeing and whether there is a place for technical staff on a school’s leadership team.
LearningDust 3.02 - Adam Robbins
September 29, 2021 09:36 - 54 minutes - 125 MBManaging editor of CogSciSci and author of Middle Leadership Mastery, Adam Robbins joins us to talk about how we can use cognitive science to empathise with our colleagues, the curse of knowledge, and much more that your brain probably doesn't have room for after reading this far!
LearningDust 2.22 - Lauren Thorpe
August 23, 2021 10:17 - 1 hour - 155 MBHeadlining LearningDust Series 2 is Ark’s director of Strategy, Lauren Thorpe. Lauren talks about her delight in solving problems, how MAT’s determine whether centralisation or personalisation is best for their schools, and how to oil the wheels of a large organisation.
LearningDust 2.21 - Tom Sherrington
July 16, 2021 11:36 - 1 hour - 181 MBTom shares his experience as a teacher, school leader and erstwhile network manager and reflects upon the challenges of maintaining a modern school IT infrastructure, the benefits of AI and automated feedback tools, and the importance of a real world audience for student work.
LearningDust 2.20 - Tristan Kirkpatrick
July 04, 2021 16:07 - 1 hour - 149 MBWe are thrilled to be joined by Tristan Kirkpatrick who digs deep into forming relationships, the power (or otherwise) of edtech tools and the joy to be had with oversized mini-whiteboards.
LearningDust 2.19 - Gemma Gwilliam
June 23, 2021 13:26 - 1 hour - 144 MBWe are delighted to be joined by the wonderful Gemma Gwilliam; teacher, leader and educational technologist. Gemma demonstrates the importance of being part of a team who can call upon each other for support; communicating in ways that we can all understand, and team building on buses with no sides.
LearningDust 2.18 - Neelam Parmar
June 14, 2021 13:18 - 49 minutes - 115 MBNeelam joins us to talk about the importance of digital strategy, ensuring that technology supports the needs of teachers, and the lessons that UK schools can learn from international schools, and vice versa. She also reflects on the benefit of introducing digital KPI’s to schools.
LearningDust 2.17 - Phil Denton
May 17, 2021 10:11 - 1 hour - 152 MBWe are delighted to be joined by headteacher, author and football scout Phil Denton. We discuss the similarities and differences of the cultures in his spheres of operation and look at the lessons that can be learned from them.
LearningDust 2.16 - Dom Norrish
May 03, 2021 10:53 - 55 minutes - 128 MBDom has worked in a number of roles in his time in education and he shares with us his insights into what makes a successful team. He also suggests a new potential official beer sponsor for the show, although we haven’t given up on the other two yet!
LearningDust 2.15 - Joe Dale
April 20, 2021 15:31 - 1 hour - 179 MBMFL EdTech legend and curator of the #MFLtwitterati Joe Dale joins us to share his extensive experience in sharing the best voices, practices and technologies in language teaching.
LearningDust 2.14 - Seth Wilkins with Alec Grimsley
April 12, 2021 17:34 - 1 hour - 162 MBSeth shares his experience of launching the Outward Mindset programme at Witton Park Academy and brings along the MD of Arbinger Institute UK, Alec Grimsley to help explain the benefits of the scheme and the ways that it can help staff build better working relationships.
LearningDust 2.13 - Jamie Portman
March 26, 2021 16:18 - 59 minutes - 137 MBIn this episode we are joined by Jamie Portman, Executive Head at XP East in Doncaster. Jamie shares with us his experiences in setting up a new school and the unique way in which staff and students at XP forge relationships.
LearningDust 2.12 - José Picardo
February 26, 2021 16:40 - 1 hour - 169 MBJosé brings a touch of class to LearningDust, sharing his experience as a user of tech, a school leader and a linguist. The discussion covers topics as diverse as one to one device schemes, etymology and pancakes. His calm, considered conversation was a joy to experience; we hope that you enjoy it as much as we did.
LearningDust 2.11 - Paddy McGrath
February 10, 2021 11:50 - 1 hour - 159 MBWe are delighted to be joined on this episode of LearningDust by EdTech stalwart and thoroughly nice guy, Paddy McGrath. Paddy discusses the important role that technology plays in improving accessibility to learning for all students and shares stories and experiences from his distinguished career at TextHelp.
LearningDust Episode 2.10 - Andrew Walls
January 20, 2021 16:17 - 1 hour - 155 MBAndrew sits astride all three of the LearningDust core groups. He talks with ease about teaching, supporting and leading IT in schools and academies and shares some of the secrets of his success.
LearningDust 2.10 - Andrew Walls
January 20, 2021 16:17 - 1 hour - 155 MBAndrew sits astride all three of the LearningDust core groups. He talks with ease about teaching, supporting and leading IT in schools and academies and shares some of the secrets of his success.
LearningDust 2.09 - Chimp Management
January 04, 2021 19:28 - 1 hour - 169 MBProfessor Steve Peters’ book The Chimp Paradox offers a model of understanding our psychological make up. Tim and Adam join us to share their work with Steve’s company, Chimp Management and help us to understand how to tame our inner chimp. Featuring a guest appearance from King Terence III.
LearningDust Episode 2.09 - Chimp Management
January 04, 2021 19:28 - 1 hour - 169 MBProfessor Steve Peters’ book The Chimp Paradox offers a model of understanding our psychological make up. Tim and Adam join us to share their work with Steve’s company, Chimp Management and help us to understand how to tame our inner chimp. Featuring a guest appearance from King Terence III.
LearningDust 2.08 - Laura White
December 18, 2020 15:29 - 57 minutes - 132 MBLaura joins us to talk about thinking skills, PHSE, digital wisdom and empowering young people to understand how to use digital media safely and effectively. She is pursuing a PhD investigating how combining tech and reflection can inform teachers.
LearningDust 2.07 - Al Kingsley
December 09, 2020 18:14 - 1 hour - 176 MBWe are thrilled to be joined by the wearer of many hats and voice of reason, Al Kingsley. Al shares his considerable experience in many areas of education and discusses the importance of digital strategies, apprenticeships and his “zen approach to life”.
LearningDust 2.06 - Olly Lewis
November 24, 2020 16:43 - 59 minutes - 136 MBLearningDust heads East to the UAE for this episode where we are joined by Olly Lewis. Olly shares his thoughts and experiences on education in the UK and abroad and flips the tables on the LearningDust team by firing questions back at Dave!
LearningDust 2.05 - SJ White
November 09, 2020 11:02 - 1 hour - 141 MBWe are thrilled to be joined by stalwart of the C-Learning Virtual Staffroom, champion of tech in the maths classroom and recent #VIA20 graduate SJ White. In this episode we discuss maths, engagement with adult learners and how to integrate tech into lessons. There's even a rare performance of Andy's charts and graphs song!
LearningDust 2.04 - Professor Damian Hughes
October 26, 2020 09:35 - 1 hour - 153 MBDamian shares his vast experience of working with leaders in the arenas of sport, business and education. He discusses how the culture of an organisation is intrinsically linked to outcomes, and provides anecdotes from sporting greats to illustrate his points. Don't miss this one if you are a sports fan, but don't be put off if you aren't; Damian's experiences are fascinating for all.
LearningDust 2.03 - Cat Lamin
October 12, 2020 20:14 - 1 hour - 155 MBCat Lamin joins us to talk about the importance of looking after our mental health and that of our colleagues and loved ones. She shares valuable strategies including yoga, meditation and running away from zombies!