Teacher Chatter
75 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago -Teacher Chatter is an Australian podcast about teaching and all things education. It's hosted by Laura Linzitto, an Italian born High School teacher, and Rita Wrightson, an Australian born Primary School teacher.Teacher Chatter is interested in getting to know people who make a difference in schools from across the globe, to talk about the highs, the lows, the innovations and the less known side to being an educator in the 21st Century. This podcast is for all teachers - future and present. If you're involved in the classroom in any way, Teacher Chatter has something for you. Visit our website at: http://teacherchatter.com
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Michael Griffin - The Truth About Thinking, Learning and Development
October 21, 2020 03:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBMichael Griffin provides professional development for teachers that clarifies the key teaching and learning principles resulting in greater student achievement and engagement. Michael synthesises mindset, intrinsic motivation & metacognition into a model that challenges teacher expectations and capped-potential self-conception. He also provides enrichment lectures and seminars for students of all ages, and parents, distilling the factors that lead to exceptional achievement. Michael also spe...
Melinda Gindy - Working Together to Create Simple, Impactful and Creative Solutions
October 13, 2020 04:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MBMelinda Gindy has a background in music teaching across primary and secondary settings and is the Leader of Diverse Learning at Regents Park Christian School, a K-12 school in Sydney, Australia. Melinda is the President of the Australian Association for the Education of the Gifted and Talented (AAEGT) and represents the AAEGT at the Australian Alliance for Associations in Education (AAAE). Melinda is the Founding President of Gifted NSW (Formally GFSG Inc.), the NSW association represented o...
Siobhan Lamb - Embrace Differences
September 21, 2020 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBSiobhan is a Neurodivergent Educator, Speaker, Writer and Advocate. Her husband, three children and herself are all Neurodivergent with a mix of Autism, ADHD, giftedness, Dyslexia and Dysgraphia. An experienced teacher with a demonstrated history of working in the education industry for over 20 years in Special Education (specializing in Autism, ADHD, Giftedness and Dyslexia), Science and Maths in both Australia and Singapore. Siobhan started her career completing a BSc (hons) and then sim...
Allan Dougan ...Because Relationships Matter
September 11, 2020 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBRelationships, well-being, hidden curriculum. How has 2020's academic upheaval affected these educational fundamentals? With the 2020 academic year being turned on its head with COVID restrictions and precautions, we spoke with Allan Dougan about the effects this has had on the well-being of teachers and students, as well as the impact it's had on the teaching of the hidden curriculum. Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Robert E Walker - Aloha! Let 'Robots' Make Math And Science More Enjoyable!
August 03, 2020 01:00 - 9 minutes - 6.36 MBRobert has more than 35 years of teaching and training experience in robotics education. He also runs presentations and workshops on QDRIIC. Robert believes that imagination in robotic can provide opportunities for students to enhance life and work skills. He also shared with us his advice and teaching method on how to motivate students in learning. Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Robert E Walker - Aloha! Let 'Robots' make math and science more enjoyable!
August 03, 2020 01:00 - 9 minutes - 6.36 MBRobert has more than 35 years of teaching and training experience in robotics education. He also runs presentations and workshops on QDRIIC. Robert believes that imagination in robotic can provide opportunities for students to enhance life and work skills. He also shared with us his advice and teaching method on how to motivate students in learning. Support the show (http://www.edquire.com)
Ian McNally - You are not just a relief teacher!
July 17, 2020 04:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBIan has extensive teaching experience in primary grades in UK and Melbourne. In this episode, he has shared his knowledge and experience of casual teaching with us. How to engage with your students when you don't necessarily know them? Support the show (http://www.edquire.com)
Ian McNally - You Are Not Just A Relief Teacher!
July 17, 2020 04:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBIan has extensive teaching experience in primary grades in UK and Melbourne. In this episode, he has shared his knowledge and experience of casual teaching with us. How to engage with your students when you don't necessarily know them? Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Susan McLean - When Students Send You A Friend Request
July 10, 2020 05:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBSusan McLean is Australia’s foremost expert in the area of cyber safety and was a member of Victoria Police for 27 years. Widely known as the ‘cyber cop’ she was the first Victoria Police Officer appointed to a position involving cyber safety and young people. In this episode, Susan has shared her advice and opinions about how to maintain your professionalism on social media. Source: https://www.cybersafetysolutions.com.au/ Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Susan McLean - Friend request from your students! Accept or Reject it?
July 10, 2020 05:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBSusan McLean is Australia’s foremost expert in the area of cyber safety and was a member of Victoria Police for 27 years. Widely known as the ‘cyber cop’ she was the first Victoria Police Officer appointed to a position involving cyber safety and young people. In this episode, Susan has shared her advice and opinions about how to maintain professional on social media. Source: https://www.cybersafetysolutions.com.au/ Support the show (http://www.edquire.com)
Rachel Tilley - Distracted and glued to devices: how teachers can help?
July 03, 2020 00:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBRachel is an education consultant at DoodleMaths and DoodleEnglish. She is enthusiastic about using digital technology in classroom teaching. Technology can be great, however, the challenge is how to keep up with your children in this social media generation. Support the show (http://www.edquire.com)
Rachel Tilley - Distraction And Devices: How Can Teachers Help?
July 03, 2020 00:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBRachel is an education consultant at DoodleMaths and DoodleEnglish. She is enthusiastic about using digital technology in classroom teaching. Technology can be great, however, the challenge is how to keep up with your students in this social media generation. Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Fabio D'Agostin - Negative Numbers => Positive Minds!
June 26, 2020 02:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBFabio D'Agostin has more than 36 years of teaching experience in Math, Physics and Science. He has recently completed the final thesis in his PhD study on how student emotional responses are associated with the property of classroom mathematic activities. While for many people, Mathematics is associated with anxiety and nervousness, there are many more emotions you can expect from your students. Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Scott Harding - How do you set boundaries as a beginning teacher?
June 18, 2020 21:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBScott Harding is a highly qualified and experienced English and French teacher in Australia and the UK. He also shared his experiences on managing challenging behaviours in the classroom. Support the show (http://www.edquire.com)
Scott Harding - How Do You Set Boundaries as a Beginning Teacher?
June 18, 2020 21:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBScott Harding is a highly qualified and experienced English and French teacher in Australia and the UK. He also shared his experiences on managing challenging behaviours in the classroom. Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Stephanie Mullins - Don't let time constraints N Distraction bother you, here are your tips!
June 11, 2020 23:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBStephanie Mullins is a talented and experienced literacy intervention teacher. 'No time for your teaching plans?'. Stephanie has generously shared with us her first-hand time-saving tips on how to overcome time constraints and distractions. Support the show (http://www.edquire.com)
Stephanie Mullins - Beat Time Constraints and Distractions
June 11, 2020 23:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBStephanie Mullins is a talented and experienced literacy intervention teacher. 'No time for your teaching plans?'. Stephanie has generously shared with us her first-hand time-saving tips on how to overcome time constraints and distractions. Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Minami Uchida - A casual teacher is a gardener.
June 05, 2020 11:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBMinami Uchida is a primary school teacher, educational researcher, and a 3 Minute Thesis: Macquarie University grand finalist and People’s Choice award. Don't miss Minami's podcast, coming out this week! #primaryschool #educationalresearcher #casualteaching Support the show (http://www.edquire.com)
Minami Uchida - A Casual Teacher is a Gardener.
June 05, 2020 11:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBMinami Uchida is a primary school teacher, educational researcher, and a 3 Minute Thesis: Macquarie University grand finalist and People’s Choice award. Don't miss Minami's podcast, coming out this week! #primaryschool #educationalresearcher #casualteaching Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Emily McLachlan - Let's move ==> Racing the Virtual Way!
June 02, 2020 23:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBWinner of Teachers Mutual Bank Top 5 Innovative Teachers Competition! Emily is a PDHPE Teacher at Chatswood High School in Sydney. Emily approaches PDHPE with passion and innovation, she implements evidence based teacher professional learning, establishes quality professional networks and leads teacher reflections to improve student and staff outcomes. Her curriculum interests lie in creating signature pedagogies, where students have agency to lead their own learning and develop into lifelon...
Emily McLachlan - Let's move ==> Racing the virtual way!
June 02, 2020 23:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBWinner of Teachers Mutual Bank Top 5 Innovative Teachers Competition! Emily is a PDHPE Teacher at Chatswood High School in Sydney. Emily approaches PDHPE with passion and innovation, she implements evidence based teacher professional learning, establishes quality professional networks and leads teacher reflections to improve student and staff outcomes. Her curriculum interests lie in creating signature pedagogies, where students have agency to lead their own learning and develop into lifelon...
Nick Jackson - Ready To Learn From Your Students?
May 28, 2020 23:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBNick is committed to improving education and wants people to be empowered to access education in the ways that they choose, and have doors open to create new pathways into learning that is enhanced by technology. Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Nick Jackson - Ready to learn from your students?
May 28, 2020 23:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBHe is committed to improving education and wants people to be empowered to access education in the ways that they choose and have doors open to create new pathways into learning enhanced by technology. Support the show (http://www.edquire.com)
Claire Seldon - Gaming Education - How to bring an 'A-GAME' to your students?
May 27, 2020 03:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBClaire Seldon is a digital resource creator and learning designer at the NSW Department of Education. She strongly believes #gamification is a powerful engaging factor in teaching any subject. Listen to this episode to find out her thoughts, tips & ideas on how to bring an 'A-GAME' to your students. Support the show (http://www.edquire.com)
Claire Seldon - Gaming Education - How To Bring An 'A-GAME' To Your Students
May 27, 2020 03:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBClaire Seldon is a digital resource creator and learning designer at the NSW Department of Education. She strongly believes #gamification is a powerful engaging factor in teaching any subject. Listen to this episode to find out her thoughts, tips & ideas on how to bring an 'A-GAME' to your students. Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Robin Wildt Hansen - Your 'Conscious Living' world, written with a clear mind!
May 22, 2020 00:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBRobin is a graduate of Theology and Religious Studies and an avid student of mythology, neuroscience, modern physics and psychology. He has carried out extensive field research on the Afro-Brazilian religion Candomblé. His main mission is to find and give expression to the realities that lie beyond the surface level of easy truths. He is the author of the transcendental novel, The World, about psychiatry and spiritual initiation; the self-development book, Conscious Living, about increasin...
Robin Wildt Hansen - Your 'Conscious Living' World, Written With A Clear Mind!
May 22, 2020 00:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBRobin is a graduate of Theology and Religious Studies and an avid student of mythology, neuroscience, modern physics and psychology. He has carried out extensive field research on the Afro-Brazilian religion Candomblé. His main mission is to find and give expression to the realities that lie beyond the surface level of easy truths. He is the author of the transcendental novel, The World, about psychiatry and spiritual initiation; the self-development book, Conscious Living, about increasin...
Isabel Arana Gimenez - Cultural Differences Should be Explored and Celebrated
May 18, 2020 01:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBIsabel Arana Gimenez is the Headteacher and School Projects Coordinator of a high school in Zaragoza, Spain. She is a firm believer of teaching students different cultures and opening schools to the larger community, through projects like Tu Barrio Me Educa. https://lnkd.in/e7dcUbc Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Melissa Carson - Using Technology to Engage Students With Families and So Much More.
May 13, 2020 23:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBMelissa Carson is a Director of Teaching and Learning, and the Coordinator of the Family Bookform Literacy Project. She is a strong believer in empowering students for success, and giving everybody equal opportunities. This is what good teaching is all about. Support the show (http://www.edquire.com)
Melissa Carson - Using Technology to Engage Students With Families and So Much More
May 13, 2020 23:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBMelissa Carson is a Director of Teaching and Learning, and the Coordinator of the Family Bookform Literacy Project. She is a strong believer in empowering students for success, and giving everybody equal opportunities. This is what good teaching is all about. Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Melissa Carson - Ep35 - Melissa Carson - Using Technology to Engage Students With Families and So Much More.
May 13, 2020 23:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBMelissa Carson is a Director of Teaching and Learning, and the Coordinator of the Family Bookform Literacy Project. She is a strong believer in empowering students for success, and giving everybody equal opportunities. This is what good teaching is all about. Support the show (http://www.edquire.com)
Jesualdo Martinez Molina - Teaching Languages Across The Globe
May 12, 2020 14:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBJesualdo Martinez Molina is a Computing and Spanish language teacher living in the UK. He is the creator of language websites, and an enthusiast user of technology in the classroom. His websites are packed with useful ideas and tips for teachers and learners. Visit them here: http://tpamkspanish.wixsite.com/tpamk https://languagesandtech.wixsite.com/tech Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Charlie Brenneman - Classrooms, Cages.. COOL
May 07, 2020 14:00 - 23 minutes - 15.8 MBCharlie Brenneman @charliespaniard is a former American mixed martial artist, Spanish language teacher, and book author. He believes in resilience and hard work, but most of all in continuous learning. Charlie's books: * DRIVEN: My Unlikely Journey From Classroom to Cage * Becoming The World's Toughest Lifelong Learner: A Book For Anyone Who Wants To Pursue Anything Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Andrew Canle ... Shared Visions + Shared Goals = School Success
May 05, 2020 13:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBAndrew Canle is an Assistant Principal in New York. He believes that what makes a school great is a shared vision, and that teaching can really change students' lives. We agree with him. Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Vince Bustamante - A Man With Passion For All Things Teaching and Curriculum
April 30, 2020 00:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBVince Bustamante is a professional Learning and Curriculum Consultant - ECSD, Author and Visible Learning plus Certified Trainer from Canada. He believes that teaching is a truly great and enjoyable profession. Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Ange Anderson - Making The World Of Special Education a Little More Special
April 28, 2020 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBAnge Anderson is a former Special School Headteacher, author of educational books such as Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and Artificial Intelligence in Special Education (https://www.booktopia.com.au/virtual-reality-augmented-reality-and-artificial-intelligence-in-special-education-ange-anderson/book/9780367145323.html), educational articles and children's books, and also consultant for special school professional development. Ange also has her own YouTube Channel: - https://youtu.b...
Letizia Cinganotto - Helping Us To Successfully Communicate Across all Languages, Cultures and Disciplines
April 23, 2020 12:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBLetizia Cinganotto is an English language teacher, researcher, and qualified expert in CLIL, EFL, ESL, e-learning, and digital learning. She believes that a pluriliteracies approach can help learners become better meaning-makers, and draw on content knowledge to communicate successfully across languages, disciplines and cultures, promoting deep learning. Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Helen Kardiasmenos - levelling the STEAM playing field
April 21, 2020 01:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBHelen Kardiasmenos is a Junior School Technology Teacher, and Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert. She believes that it is very important that we get more girls involved in STEAM to have more women entering STEAM professions in the future, and take women’s opinions into account. Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Trevor Romain - Inspiring children in the toughest of times
April 16, 2020 14:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBTrevor Romain is an award-winning TV personality, best-selling author, illustrator, and motivational speaker. His books have sold more than a million copies worldwide, and have been published in twenty-two different languages. Trevor writes stories to empower children through life's tough transitions, and his Trevor Romain Company has created a program for schools to help kids become happier, healthier, and more confident. https://www.trevorromain.com/ Support the show (http://www.scribbl...
Michael Brown - Full STEAM ahead with science, tech and 3D printing.
April 14, 2020 14:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBMichael Brown is an experienced teacher with a passion for all things Science. An enthusiastic STEM and STEAM teacher, Michael loves using 3D printing with his primary school students. Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Nick Burnett - Exponential Technologies in Education and More!
April 09, 2020 03:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBNick Burnett is a retired Headteacher who is passionate about exponential technologies and their relevance/impact in education and learning. He is also co-founder of @LearnTechLab1, a firm whose mission is to connect the ideas, people, and businesses with the schools who are reimagining the future of education. #edtech #learntech #futureofeducation #learntechlab #futureoflearning Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Caroline McNally - Casual Teachers, An Important Part of the Team
April 07, 2020 11:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBCaroline McNally is a casual primary school teacher in Sydney. She believes that the best advice for teachers' well-being is 'try not to check your emails after 4 pm'. In our chat she shares her best tips for casual teachers with us, so make sure you don't miss her podcast. Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Matthew Joseph - The Modern Mentor
April 02, 2020 13:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBMatthew Joseph is an educator who encourages others to believe in themselves, stay authentic, and turn potential into power. He is also the author of "Power of Us", and co-author of "Modern Mentor", a book filled with practical ideas and inspiration for teacher mentors and mentees. Matthew's Books can be found here: Power of Us: Creating Collaborative Schools Modern Mentor: Reimagining Mentorship in Education Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Jessica Hickman - Shining a Light On Bullying Behaviours
March 31, 2020 13:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBJessica Hickman defines herself as 'bullyologist', and believes that when we see bullying take place, it is important to not overreact, because that leads to more bullying. We need to be calm, know all the facts, have a non-judgmental approach, and provide some behaviour support for the bullies, rather than punish them. See Jessica's website for more info on how she helps schools, students and workplaces.. https://bullyology.com/ Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Jacqui Bennet - Connecting Geelong’s Humans
March 26, 2020 13:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBJacqui Bennet is not any ordinary primary school teacher, she is a committed teacher and the coordinator of Humans in Geelong. Jacqui believes that teachers and students should connect with the community, take action, and spread positive thoughts. At the time this podcast is going to air, we are in the midst of a global pandemic - the #coronavirus. If there's ever been a time for people to pull together, to connect with community, to take action and to spread positive thoughts, it's right no...
Mike Gardiner - Creating a Buzz In Online Educational Gaming
March 23, 2020 23:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBMike Gardiner is a #gamedesign and #coding expert, and also CEO @BuzzyGamesTeam He believes that students can benefit from learning how to code in schools because they develop critical, #computational, and #designthinking. As this episode goes to air, the world is preparing to go into lockdown in an effort to stop the spread of #coronavirus. What better time than NOW to learn more about online educational gaming, coding and getting a good understanding of 21st ICT skills? Buzzygames offer...
Christina Keeble - The Neurodivergent Mum!
March 19, 2020 14:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBChristina Keeble @NeurodivergMum is an Autistic/ADHD Teacher, Consultant, Speaker, Mentor, Writer, Workshop & PD Provider. She believes that students' challenging behaviour stems from something, it is always deeper than what we see, and that we should try to look underneath that, and understand what they are struggling with. Christina's mantra is "Educate. Collaborate. Support. Uplift. Through lived neurodivergent experience". You can contact Christina here: https://christinakeeble.com/ ...
Irene van der Spoel - Supporting Teachers with Online and Distance Education
March 18, 2020 03:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MBIrene van der Spoel is a teacher at Hogeschool Utrecht in the Netherlands, an expert in online and digital learning, and owner of Today's Teaching Tools (https://en.todaysteachingtools.com/). She believes that we should all work together as educators to share our skills, our resources and our knowledge. Irene has created flowcharts showing how to effectively choose and use digital tools for distance learning and online learning, specifically for teachers affected by the quarantining and clos...
Ben Newsome - #FizzicsEd making learning Physics and Science FUN
March 17, 2020 14:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBBen Newsome is a Science educator, and founder of @FizzicsEd, a leading Australian provider of interactive science workshops. He believes that we should connect with others, share ideas, and go beyond what we know. Check out his website here: https://www.fizzicseducation.com.au/ Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)
Adrian Anderson - Confidence, Discipline, Respect - Is this what our kids need to thrive?
March 12, 2020 13:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBAdrian Anderson is a martial arts instructor, and a passionate kids' educator and innovator. He believes that confidence, discipline, and respect are crucial to raise confident and respectful kids. Support the show (http://www.scribblechook.com)