TandTeaching - The Educational Podcast

Rachel Johnson discusses the importance of focusing on 'we' rather than just 'I' in education and life, exploring how connection, curiosity, and effective communication can transform relationships and learning environments.Rachel is an author (Time to Think 1 and 2, Box Clever and Connected), podcaster (PiXL Pearls and the PiXL Leadership Bookclub), leadership thinker, coach, keynote speaker, and the CEO of PiXL, an organisation which believes stronger leaders create stronger schools, and for 25 years has been a force for good in education. Rachel’s work focuses on how we can better equip leaders, how we can use research and evidence from outside of education to challenge our thinking inside of it and how all of this can make a difference, ultimately, to young peoples’ life chances and outcomes. Rachel is also an advisory board member for both the Festival of Education and The Leadership School at Baylor University in the US.

"Understanding how language models work is crucial for teachers"Jamie Bartlett discusses the transformative impact of large language models on society and education, emphasizing the importance of understanding how these systems work and how teachers can adapt to leverage their potential.Yes that's right Jamie Bartlett on TandTeaching and secondly, more importantly, teachers are perfectly placed to be awesome at this using this technology because the skills needed to be 'good' at it and aligned with what it takes to be a good teacher.- Good subject knowledge- The ability to spot an inaccuracy and challenge it - especially when it is cloaked in some form of truth- Being good at asking questionsI could go on. . .Thanks to Jamie for coming on the pod, watch out for the full episode soon and check out his Sunday Times best seller 'How to Talk to AI: (And How Not To)'👇Available at basically every bookshop or herehttps://amzn.to/4fKzRCjAI, Large Language Models, Education, Technology, ChatGPT, Teaching, Future of Schools, AI in Classroom, Digital Literacy, Cognitive Skills

In this episode, preschool and primary school teacher Lee shares expert insights on preparing children for their first day at school, supporting their independence, managing parental nerves, and fostering a love for reading. Discover practical tips for parents and teachers to make the transition smoother and set children up for success.Teacher Lee Parkinson is supporting the Government's 'Best Start in Life' campaign, which brings together trusted advice to help families recognise how everyday moments support children's development and build the skills they need for starting school. Visit BestStartinLife.gov.uk to find out how you can help your child develop skills for school. More ResourcesStarting Reception Website - https://startingreception.gov.ukThe Best Start in Life - UK Government - https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-best-start-in-lifeLibrary Services and Book Resources - https://www.gov.uk/librariesWorld of Books (Second-hand books) - https://www.worldofbooks.comTapestry and ClassDojo (Communication Apps) - https://tapestry.info/ & https://www.classdojo.com/This episode is kindly supported by Lessonspace It’s an interactive whiteboard with built-in video calling, resource libraries, and subject-specific tools – designed to make teaching online easy. Find out more here for your discounted price!https://www.thelessonspace.com/pricing?code=navigated

"Reflect on who spoke and who didn't.""It's about helping them build those skills.""Build on the things that you already know."In this episode of TandTeaching, hosts Arthur Moore and Mike Harrowell, along with guest Yamina Bibi, delve into the importance of oracy in education. They discuss practical strategies for implementing oracy in the classroom, including planning for discussions, engaging students during lessons, and reflecting on the effectiveness of oracy practices post-lesson. The conversation emphasizes the need for explicit teaching of discussion habits, the role of vocabulary in enhancing communication, and the importance of giving every student a voice in discussions. The episode concludes with actionable tips for teachers to immediately apply in their classrooms.Oracy, Education, Classroom Strategies, Teaching Tips, Student Engagement, Discussion Techniques, Reflective Practice, Vocabulary Development, Teaching Methods, Professional Development

"Oracy is not the outcome, oracy is the vehicle.""The stories we tell are key to building buy-in.""Values are lived, not laminated."In this episode, the hosts discuss the importance of oracy in education, focusing on how to implement a whole school approach to teaching communication skills. They explore the challenges faced by educators, the role of leadership in promoting oracy, and the significance of storytelling in building buy-in from staff and students. The conversation emphasizes the need for a collaborative effort across departments to create a culture of effective communication in schools.Empowering Students Through OracyKeywords:oracy, education, teaching, school leadership, communication skills, vocabulary, dialogic teaching, student engagement, literacy, classroom strategies

"Oracy creates good literacy.""We need to value oracy in education.""Without oracy, nothing else will work."---Guest - Yamina Bibihttps://www.yaminabibi.co.uk/ A Little Guide for Teachers: Thriving in Your First Years of Teaching - https://amzn.to/3ETQ34c---SummaryIn this episode of TandTeaching, hosts Arthur Moore and Mike Harrowell discuss the concept of oracy in education with guest Yamina Bibi. They explore the historical context of oracy, its significance in the classroom, and its role across various subjects. The conversation emphasizes the importance of teaching both speaking and listening skills, the impact of assessment changes on oracy, and the need for a whole-school approach to effectively integrate oracy into the curriculum.

Sound Bites "AI is a tool, not the tool." "Attention is like currency." "Cramming is a good way to remember more." "Good teaching is SEND teaching." "Our values are lived, not laminated." "We should adapt to different contexts." "We can't just take something off the shelf." "We need to codify our culture." - - - - This episode of TandTeaching captures the essence of the Inner Drive Teaching Learning Summit, featuring insightful discussions on AI in education, metacognition, and the importance of relationships in teaching. The hosts, Arthur and Mike, reflect on keynotes and sessions, sharing takeaways from various speakers, including strategies for engaging students, creating inclusive classrooms, and fostering a positive school culture. The conversation emphasizes the need for continuous professional development and adapting teaching methods to meet diverse needs.

"Lowering or impairing that short-term performance will actually lead to better learning.""Struggle to start the lesson. We repeat it at the end.""There's nothing wrong with reusing those same questions."In this episode, Singh shares three guiding principles for focusing on learning rather than performance in the classroom. The first principle is understanding that there will always be a difference between what is taught and what is learned. The second principle is that learning is invisible, and measuring short-term performance helps lay the foundations for long-term learning. The third principle is that intentionally impairing short-term performance can lead to better learning. Singh also discusses techniques such as retrieval practice and distributed practice that can support student learning.TakeawaysThere is a difference between what is taught and what is learned, so teachers should not assume that just because they have taught something, students have learned it.Measuring short-term performance can help lay the foundations for long-term learning.Intentionally impairing short-term performance can lead to better learning outcomes.Techniques such as retrieval practice and distributed practice can support student learning.Keywordslearning, performance, classroom, teaching, principles, retrieval practice, distributed practice

"It's better to dig a deep learning pit and keep students in there for a sustained period of time than digging shallow ones and getting them out of it quickly." "Learning is hard, but it has to be accessible." "It's really challenging to measure learning and progress. We can't accurately replicate performance every single time." ------- To learn more about the Inner Drive Teacher Academy just email [email protected] ------- In this episode, Mike, Arthur and Guest Singh discuss the concept of learning versus performance in schools. They explore the challenges of measuring learning, the importance of creating a learning culture, and the need for accessible challenges. They also discuss the role of school leadership in promoting learning and the difficulties of assessing progress. The conversation highlights the need for a shared understanding of learning and performance and the importance of planning and sequencing curriculum to support deep learning. ------- To learn more about the Inner Drive Teacher Academy just email [email protected] ------- learning, performance, schools, education, curriculum, teaching, challenges, culture, assessment, progress

"Why are we bad at learning stuff?" "We can't see learning. Like I can't open up your head and see whether you've learned fractions or like how to shoot a basketball properly or know how a particular art technique." "When does something become truly learned? Can you hold onto a piece of information for eternity without using it on a regular basis?" In this episode, Singh discusses the difference between learning and performance. He shares his experiences as a teacher and explains how students can struggle to retain information even after successfully performing a task. Singh emphasizes the importance of revisiting information over time to ensure long-term learning. The conversation also touches on the challenges of assessing learning versus performance and the idea of when something can be considered truly learned. The hosts and Singh discuss the implications of these concepts for teachers and the need to prioritize learning over simply teaching to perform.