Texthelp Talks
99 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsWelcome to the Texthelp talks podcast. Here you will find conversations that will help you think differently about disability inclusion. Each season, we invite experts to join our in house hosts to tackle a new topic. Stay tuned for chats about universal design, assistive technology, neurodiversity, accessibility and more. You can subscribe via your preferred podcasting platforms and streaming services so you never miss an episode.
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Technology for Learning: a CEO's perspective
July 26, 2021 07:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBWe are continuing our mini podcast series with the LEO Academy Trust, and in this episode we're joined by CEO, Philip Hedger. Our host Patrick McGrath builds on his chat with the Trust's Digital Learning Team, to understand how their Senior Leadership Team makes sure that technology fits with their mission, values and aims. Philip gives us his perspective on using technology for learning and what role leadership plays in helping to unlock potential and improve the outcomes for both student...
Technology for Learning: a Trust's experience
July 09, 2021 08:00 - 38 minutes - 26.1 MBDigital transformation is only growing faster and the same must be applied to our education sector. That's why we're hosting a mini series with the LEO Academy Trust to explore their model of learning, excellence and opportunity. That has led them to successfully embed technology across all their Academies. First up is members of their Digital Learning Team, Graham Macaulay and Cheryl Shirley. Our host Patrick McGrath, delves into their experience of using technology for learning, including...
Technology for Learning: a Trust's experience
July 09, 2021 08:00 - 38 minutes - 26.1 MBDigital transformation is only growing faster and the same must be applied to our education sector. That's why we're hosting a mini series with the LEO Academy Trust to explore their model of learning, excellence and opportunity. That has led them to successfully embed technology across all their Academies. First up is members of their Digital Learning Team, Graham Macaulay and Cheryl Shirley. Our host Patrick McGrath, delves into their experience of using technology for learning, including...
#25 - Technology for Learning: a Trust's experience
July 09, 2021 08:00 - 38 minutes - 26.1 MBDigital transformation is only growing faster and the same must be applied to our education sector. That's why we're hosting a mini series with the LEO Academy Trust to explore their model of learning, excellence and opportunity. That has led them to successfully embed technology across all their Academies. First up is members of their Digital Learning Team, Graham Macaulay and Cheryl Shirley. Our host Patrick McGrath, delves into their experience of using technology for learning, including...
#24 - Making Maths Accessible with Sammy White and Lilian Soon
June 22, 2021 07:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBWe believe everyone deserves the chance to find joy in maths. That's why we've invited two expert industry voices to join us for a special 'Making maths accessible' episode of Texthelp Talks. Sammy White is an FE maths lecturer & consultant, and Lilian Soon is an education adviser at the University of York. Listen along as they discuss the challenges facing maths educators and the role of technology in helping to make maths more inclusive and engaging for all students. --------------------...
#24 - Making Maths Accessible with Sammy White and Lilian Soon
June 22, 2021 07:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBWe believe everyone deserves the chance to find joy in maths. That's why we've invited two expert industry voices to join us for a special 'Making maths accessible' episode of Texthelp Talks. Sammy White is an FE maths lecturer & consultant, and Lilian Soon is an education adviser at the University of York. Listen along as they discuss the challenges facing maths educators and the role of technology in helping to make maths more inclusive and engaging for all students. --------------------...
#23 Accessibility is more than code and colours, with Clare Reucroft
June 08, 2021 10:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBAs organisations we rely on our digital content to spread our messages far and wide. And for it to serve its purpose it must be able to be accessed, and used. But what does this really mean? In this podcast episode, hear from Clare Reucroft, Content Designer at Content Design London. Clare will share what lies beyond accessible code and colours. And explore how language makes a difference too. Listen and gain practical tips to help you create content that can be accessed, understood and u...
#22 - Inclusive Learning 365 with authors Chris Bugaj, Beth Poss, Mike Marotta, and Karen Janowski.
May 26, 2021 11:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBIn this episode we’re joined by 4 educational experts, and friends of Texthelp, who have co-written a fantastic new book about inclusive learning. The book is called Inclusive Learning 365, and is being published by ISTE - the International Society for Technology in Education. If you work in education this book will become your daily companion, with 365 strategies that you can use to provide the best learning experience. We’re going to take a look at some of these strategies in today’s podc...
Inclusive Learning 365 with authors Chris Bugaj, Beth Poss, Mike Marotta, and Karen Janowski.
May 26, 2021 11:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBIn this episode we’re joined by 4 educational experts, and friends of Texthelp, who have co-written a fantastic new book about inclusive learning. The book is called Inclusive Learning 365, and is being published by ISTE - the International Society for Technology in Education. If you work in education this book will become your daily companion, with 365 strategies that you can use to provide the best learning experience. We’re going to take a look at some of these strategies in today’s podc...
#21 - 365 Days Later | Part 2
May 20, 2021 08:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBIn part 2 of 365 days later, Martin, Paddy and Greg delve deeper into what the future holds for education post COVID-19. From using data to inform instruction to how we can help teachers use technology in a way that complements their existing teaching practices. As Greg puts it, "ICT doesn't stand for information, communication technology. It stands for it can't teach." ----------------------------------------- If you haven't listened to part 1 yet, you can listen here. ---------------...
#20 - 365 Days Later | Part 1
May 17, 2021 08:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBOne year on from COVID, schools are finally beginning to look forward to some normality after periods of remote learning. Of course, the impact on teaching and learning has been well reported but what are the next steps for education? In this episode, we hear from Texthelpers Martin, Paddy and Greg as they discuss what they think the positive lessons learned from the past year are. Including how we can support students and teachers moving forward.
#19 - Digital inclusion: A journey through time
May 10, 2021 14:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBLater this month will mark the tenth anniversary of Global Accessibility Awareness Day. To mark the occasion, we're hosting our first ever Festival of Accessibility. In the run up, we're celebrating the achievements that have been made in the digital inclusion space so far. And reveling over what's about to come. In this podcast episode, hear from Ryan Graham, Texthelp's CTO. He'll take you on a journey through time. Delving into the past, present and future of the digital space.
#18 - A day in the life of a... Teacher
April 27, 2021 15:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBWhat does being a teacher really mean in the current climate? In this podcast we break down the statistics surrounding teacher workloads. Listen along as we join Bukky Yusuf, a teacher and Senior Leader at Edith Kay School, for a day in her life. We explore what teacher workload really looks like, from effectively managing admin tasks to navigating that all important work life balance. As well as what tools and strategies Bukky uses to reduce her workload. Including how she supports her fel...
Inclusive communications: Reaching your audiences with content that connects
April 19, 2021 09:00 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MBWhat are the elements that affect accessible and inclusive communication? In this podcast we answer that very question. Join us to hear from Jodie Greer, Founder of Be People Smart. And Erica Wong, Senior Brand Consultant at Radley Yeldar. Together, we take a deep dive into what it means for content to be accessible and inclusive. We explore what you can do to create content that can not only be accessed. But makes your internal and external audiences feel connected and included. Gain advic...
#17 - Inclusive communications: Reaching your audiences with content that connects
April 19, 2021 09:00 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MBWhat are the elements that affect accessible and inclusive communication? In this podcast we answer that very question. Join us to hear from Jodie Greer, Founder of Be People Smart. And Erica Wong, Senior Brand Consultant at Radley Yeldar. Together, we take a deep dive into what it means for content to be accessible and inclusive. We explore what you can do to create content that can not only be accessed. But makes your internal and external audiences feel connected and included. Gain advic...
Let’s Talk Everything Apprenticeships
April 15, 2021 08:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBIn partnership with Belfast Met, we are celebrating this year’s NI Apprenticeships Week with a podcast exploring all things apprenticeships! Listen along as we hear the experiences of our HR Officer Andrew and Belfast Met's Trainer Assessor, Neil Whiteside. Alongside getting first hand insight from our three apprentices Shay, Laura and Stephen. As they explain how apprenticeships can create opportunities for everyone, regardless of age, background, education or career path.
#16 - Let’s Talk Everything Apprenticeships
April 15, 2021 08:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBIn partnership with Belfast Met, we are celebrating this year’s NI Apprenticeships Week with a podcast exploring all things apprenticeships! Listen along as we hear the experiences of our HR Officer Andrew and Belfast Met's Trainer Assessor, Neil Whiteside. Alongside getting first hand insight from our three apprentices Shay, Laura and Stephen. As they explain how apprenticeships can create opportunities for everyone, regardless of age, background, education or career path.
#16 - Let’s Talk Everything Apprenticeships
April 15, 2021 08:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBIn partnership with Belfast Met, we are celebrating this year’s NI Apprenticeships Week with a podcast exploring all things apprenticeships! Listen along as we hear the experiences of our HR Officer Andrew and Belfast Met's Trainer Assessor, Neil Whiteside. Alongside getting first hand insight from our three apprentices Shay, Laura and Stephen. As they explain how apprenticeships can create opportunities for everyone, regardless of age, background, education or career path.
Making technology purposeful at the ACT Education Directorate
March 25, 2021 11:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBIn this special episode of Texthelp Talks, our AsiaPac EdTech Manager Greg O'Connor, is joined by Michelle Van Puyvelde, a School Leader at the ACT Education Directorate, Australia. Hear Michelle's story of using Read&Write for Google Chrome with 43,000 students across their 39 schools and the impact this is having on teaching and learning.
#15 - Making technology purposeful at the ACT Education Directorate
March 25, 2021 11:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBIn this special episode of Texthelp Talks, our AsiaPac EdTech Manager Greg O'Connor, is joined by Michelle Van Puyvelde, a School Leader at the ACT Education Directorate, Australia. Hear Michelle's story of using Read&Write for Google Chrome with 43,000 students across their 39 schools and the impact this is having on teaching and learning.
6 myths designers and marketers believe about web accessibility
March 24, 2021 11:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBIn this episode, we’re joined by Sophie Koonin, Web Engineering Lead at Monzo. Sophie is passionate about web accessibility and keeping the web a fun and inclusive place for everyone. And today, with Sophie’s expert knowledge about web development, we’ll be debunking six common myths designers and marketers believe about web accessibility.
#14 - 6 myths designers and marketers believe about web accessibility
March 24, 2021 11:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBIn this episode, we’re joined by Sophie Koonin, Web Engineering Lead at Monzo. Sophie is passionate about web accessibility and keeping the web a fun and inclusive place for everyone. And today, with Sophie’s expert knowledge about web development, we’ll be debunking six common myths designers and marketers believe about web accessibility.
#13 - Building back better: Improving disability inclusion in the workplace, with Diane Lightfoot
March 10, 2021 15:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBIn this episode we're joined by Diane Lightfoot, CEO of Business Disability Forum. Listen as we talk about the opportunities arising from our evolving workspace. And uncover how businesses can maximise these opportunities to 'build back better'. You'll gain advice to help you improve disability inclusion, and reshape the future world of work.
Building back better: Improving disability inclusion in the workplace, with Diane Lightfoot
March 10, 2021 15:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBIn this episode we're joined by Diane Lightfoot, CEO of Business Disability Forum. Listen as we talk about the opportunities arising from our evolving workspace. And uncover how businesses can maximise these opportunities to 'build back better'. You'll gain advice to help you improve disability inclusion, and reshape the future world of work.
#12 - Creating inclusive learning experiences with Highland Council
February 23, 2021 12:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBIn this episode of Texthelp Talks, our host Patrick McGrath is joined by Robert Quigley and Tania Mackie from Highland Council in Scotland. They discuss their journey of rolling out and implementing over 30,000 Chromebook devices to students in their local authority, as part of their commitment to digital learning and inclusion. Including their original vision, the planning process and how this has helped them keep all students engaged in learning during lockdown and beyond.
Creating inclusive learning experiences with Highland Council
February 23, 2021 12:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBIn this episode of Texthelp Talks, our host Patrick McGrath is joined by Robert Quigley and Tania Mackie from Highland Council in Scotland. They discuss their journey of rolling out and implementing over 30,000 Chromebook devices to students in their local authority, as part of their commitment to digital learning and inclusion. Including their original vision, the planning process and how this has helped them keep all students engaged in learning during lockdown and beyond.
Why web accessibility matters with Robin Christopherson
February 11, 2021 09:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBIn this episode of Texthelp Talks, we are joined by Robin Christopherson, Head of Digital Inclusion at AbilityNet. Robin shares with us his experiences as a blind professional working in the digital inclusion space. He talks to us about the impact of digital inaccessibility on himself as a blind user but also more broadly on companies and businesses and their customers, services and employees. He also explores solutions to common challenges that organisations face when striving for inclusivi...
#11 - Why web accessibility matters with Robin Christopherson
February 11, 2021 09:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBIn this episode of Texthelp Talks, we are joined by Robin Christopherson, Head of Digital Inclusion at AbilityNet. Robin shares with us his experiences as a blind professional working in the digital inclusion space. He talks to us about the impact of digital inaccessibility on himself as a blind user but also more broadly on companies and businesses and their customers, services and employees. He also explores solutions to common challenges that organisations face when striving for inclusivi...
#10 - Effective Writing Strategies with Amy Mayer and Chris Bugaj
February 08, 2021 12:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBIn this episode of Texthelp Talks, our host Mark Schwartz sits down to chat to some leading experts on the art of writing. Amy Mayer, founder and CEO of friEdTechnology, is a nationally known speaker and trainer as well as a veteran public school educator. Chris Bugaj is a founding member of the assistive technology team for Loudoun County Public Schools in Virginia. Chris co-hosts the Talking with Tech podcast featuring interviews and conversations about augmentative and alternative commu...
Effective Writing Strategies with Amy Mayer and Chris Bugaj.
February 08, 2021 12:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBIn this episode of Texthelp Talks, our host Mark Schwartz sits down to chat to some leading experts on the art of writing. Amy Mayer, founder and CEO of friEdTechnology, is a nationally known speaker and trainer as well as a veteran public school educator. Chris Bugaj is a founding member of the assistive technology team for Loudoun County Public Schools in Virginia. Chris co-hosts the Talking with Tech podcast featuring interviews and conversations about augmentative and alternative commu...
#9 - Reimagining education in Australia with Dr. Chris Wilson
January 21, 2021 09:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBIn this episode of Texthelp Talks, our host Greg O'Connor sits down to chat to one of the co-authors on our recent 'Learning in a changing landscape' whitepaper, Dr. Chris Wilson from ImpactEd. They explore key results from the research, including Australia's response to teaching in a pandemic and how this is causing us to reimagine what education looks like in Australia moving forward. To read the results from the full paper, visit text.help/whitepaper-findings
#9 - Reimagining education in Australia with Dr. Chris Wilson
January 21, 2021 09:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBIn this episode of Texthelp Talks, our host Greg O'Connor sits down to chat to one of the co-authors on our recent 'Learning in a changing landscape' whitepaper, Dr. Chris Wilson from ImpactEd. They explore key results from the research, including Australia's response to teaching in a pandemic and how this is causing us to reimagine what education looks like in Australia moving forward. To read the results from the full paper, visit text.help/whitepaper-findings
Reimagining education in Australia with Dr. Chris Wilson
January 21, 2021 09:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBIn this episode of Texthelp Talks, our host Greg O'Connor sits down to chat to one of the co-authors on our recent 'Learning in a changing landscape' whitepaper, Dr. Chris Wilson from ImpactEd. They explore key results from the research, including Australia's response to teaching in a pandemic and how this is causing us to reimagine what education looks like in Australia moving forward. To read the results from the full paper, visit text.help/whitepaper-findings
#8 - Stop talking about accessibility. It's time to practice inclusivity by design!
December 29, 2020 14:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBIn this episode of Texthelp Talks, we're joined by Gordon McCullough, CEO of Research Institute for Disabled Consumers (RIDC). Listen as we chat to Gordon about the benefits of inclusive design in the digital environment. Explore when and how we should be building in user research and testing. And gain expert insights that'll help you to ensure your digital services and products are accessible and usable by all.
Stop talking about accessibility. It's time to practice inclusivity by design!
December 29, 2020 14:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBIn this episode of Texthelp Talks, we're joined by Gordon McCullough, CEO of Research Institute for Disabled Consumers (RIDC). Listen as we chat to Gordon about the benefits of inclusive design in the digital environment. Explore when and how we should be building in user research and testing. And gain expert insights that'll help you to ensure your digital services and products are accessible and usable by all.
#7 - Creating a ‘great place to work’ for everyone
December 29, 2020 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBIn this Texthelp podcast, we chat with Toby Hopkins, Colleague Engagement and Inclusion Executive at Sainsburys. As a Disability Confident Leader, and an Investors in People Gold standard employer for the fourth year running, Toby will be sharing how Sainsbury’s has created, and continues to build, a great place to work for everyone. You'll gain insights to help you champion diversity and create a supportive working culture for all.
Creating a ‘great place to work’ for everyone
December 29, 2020 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBIn this Texthelp podcast, we chat with Toby Hopkins, Colleague Engagement and Inclusion Executive at Sainsburys. As a Disability Confident Leader, and an Investors in People Gold standard employer for the fourth year running, Toby will be sharing how Sainsbury’s has created, and continues to build, a great place to work for everyone. You'll gain insights to help you champion diversity and create a supportive working culture for all.
#6 - There's more than one way to solve a math problem
December 11, 2020 14:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBIn this episode, our resident Universal Design for Learning (UDL) enthusiast, and former ELA teacher, Joni Degner teams up with Louis Shanafelt, EquatIO Product Manager and former math teacher as they delve into the world of UDL in the math classroom. During the episode the pair take a look at what effective goal setting looks like, as well as how to design instruction to overcome barriers to students' affective brain networks. They also have a chat about how the move to remote and hybrid l...
There's more than one way to solve a math problem
December 11, 2020 14:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBIn this episode, our resident Universal Design for Learning (UDL) enthusiast, and former ELA teacher, Joni Degner teams up with Louis Shanafelt, EquatIO Product Manager and former math teacher as they delve into the world of UDL in the math classroom. During the episode the pair take a look at what effective goal setting looks like, as well as how to design instruction to overcome barriers to students' affective brain networks. They also have a chat about how the move to remote and hybrid l...
Looking ahead: trends for the 2021 workspace
December 03, 2020 12:00 - 6 minutes - 4.79 MBIn this episode of Texthelp Talks we hear from our CEO and Founder, Martin McKay. Martin sits down with us to explore what the biggest trends are for the 2021 workspace. He also takes a look back at our key learnings from 2020, reflecting on what has been a year like no other.
#5 - Looking ahead: trends for the 2021 workspace
December 03, 2020 12:00 - 6 minutes - 4.79 MBIn this episode of Texthelp Talks we hear from our CEO and Founder, Martin McKay. Martin sits down with us to explore what the biggest trends are for the 2021 workspace. He also takes a look back at our key learnings from 2020, reflecting on what has been a year like no other.
The Changing Face of Assessment with Daren White
December 02, 2020 09:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBAs Wales announce that they plan on following Scotland in their decision to cancel end of year exams in 2021, Texthelper Patrick McGrath is joined by Daren White, a Senior Leader across two Secondary Academies in Essex, to explore the changing face of assessment. They discuss what this move away from exams means for teachers and students. And how technology can support more formative assessment and provide the continuous, meaningful feedback that students need to succeed.
#4 - The Changing Face of Assessment with Daren White
December 02, 2020 09:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBAs Wales announce that they plan on following Scotland in their decision to cancel end of year exams in 2021, Texthelper Patrick McGrath is joined by Daren White, a Senior Leader across two Secondary Academies in Essex, to explore the changing face of assessment. They discuss what this move away from exams means for teachers and students. And how technology can support more formative assessment and provide the continuous, meaningful feedback that students need to succeed.
Dyslexia, the workplace and me
December 01, 2020 14:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBIn today’s episode of Texthelp Talks we chat with Colin Moloney, Governance Manager in the UK Civil Service, about his experiences of Dyslexia in the workplace. Colin will chat about some of the challenges he has faced throughout his career as well as some of the strengths he brings to his job as a result of his neurodiversity. We will also discuss the ways in which technology has supported Colin and some tips for creating a more inclusive workplace for all. To learn more about how best t...
#3 - Dyslexia, the workplace and me
December 01, 2020 14:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBIn today’s episode of Texthelp Talks we chat with Colin Moloney, Governance Manager in the UK Civil Service, about his experiences of Dyslexia in the workplace. Colin will chat about some of the challenges he has faced throughout his career as well as some of the strengths he brings to his job as a result of his neurodiversity. We will also discuss the ways in which technology has supported Colin and some tips for creating a more inclusive workplace for all. To learn more about how best t...
#2 - Improving maths for upper primary and lower secondary
November 27, 2020 14:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBIn this episode of Texthelp Talks, Fiona Thomas, Louis Shanafelt and Patrick McGrath got together to chat about their favourite topic - maths! In particular they explored the recent guidance report that's been released by the UK's Education Endowment Foundation, looking at how we can improve maths in upper primary and lower secondary through the lens of digital tools.
#1 - Edtech Trends for 2021 with Martin McKay
November 27, 2020 14:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBIn this episode Texthelp CEO and Founder takes his annual deep dive into the technology and education trends he expects to see in the year ahead. This year he also reflects on what being in the midst of a global pandemic has taught us about education right now and what lies ahead.
Improving maths for upper primary and lower secondary
November 27, 2020 14:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBIn this episode of Texthelp Talks, Fiona Thomas, Louis Shanafelt and Patrick McGrath got together to chat about their favourite topic - maths! In particular they explored the recent guidance report that's been released by the UK's Education Endowment Foundation, looking at how we can improve maths in upper primary and lower secondary through the lens of digital tools.
Edtech Trends for 2021 with Martin McKay
November 27, 2020 14:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBIn this episode Texthelp CEO and Founder takes his annual deep dive into the technology and education trends he expects to see in the year ahead. This year he also reflects on what being in the midst of a global pandemic has taught us about education right now and what lies ahead.