Teachers Talk Radio

The Morning Break with Dorian Brown 08-10-21: P4C in schools

Dorian is joined by the fantastic Andrew Rogers as they chew the fat about the value of philosophical discussion in schools, and how we can begin to encourage teachers to empower students to grow as proficient critical thinkers through the pedagogy of p4c. Andrew leaves us with a number of suggestions for ‘getting the ball rolling’ and increasing the visibility and popularity of Philosophy in Schools.
Are you hooked? If you’d like to find out more, look out for the termly Twitter discussion #ChatP4C (next one on the 18th November) - also #P4C
Articles:
Surviving the zombie apocalypse: improving student engagement through a zombie universe  - by Andrew Rogers
https://www.pdcnet.org/questions/content/questions_2021_0021_0023_0027 
The Philosophical Classroom - radicalising the role of the student
https://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/philosopherszone/the-philosophical-classroom/6887966 
Books:
Philosophical Inquiry: combining the tools of Philosophy with inquiry based teaching and learning - Dr Phil Cam (Book review by Andrew Rogers: https://jps.bham.ac.uk/articles/abstract/139/ )
The If Machine - Pete Worley
Philosophy for Children through the Secondary Curriculum - Edited by Lizzie Lewis and Nick Chandley
Thinking Moves A-Z - Roger Sutcliffe
Corrupting the Youth (vol 1 and 2) - Pete Worley
100 ideas for primary teachers - questioning - by Pete Worley
 
Podcasts:
The Philosopher’s Zone: The young and the reasonable
https://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/philosopherszone/the-young-and-the-reasonable/6865730 
 
Websites:
SAPERE https://www.sapere.org.uk/ 
The Philosophy Man https://www.thephilosophyman.com/ 
The Philosophy Foundation https://www.philosophy-foundation.org/  
Association for Philosophy in Schools (APIS) https://www.apiswa.org.au/  
Journal of Philosophy in Schools https://jps.bham.ac.uk/ 

Twilight show with Lianne Lax 7.10.21

This evening we discussed how to create positive teacher parent relationships and help children become more confident in themselves. Afterwards we delved into the wonderful world of the EYFS ( Reception ). 

The Drive Home Show with Seb Ventura 07-10-21

We are joined by James Nottingham to talk about the Learning Pit as well as Gemma Clark to discuss #bannedbooksweek

The Morning Break with Tom Rogers 07-10-21

Tom is joined by Harriet Oughton LIVE to discuss her experience leaving teaching and re training as a software engineer, there is a contribution by Jenny Cole sharing her experiences of moving schools to better wellbeing and finally - part 2 of Tom's interview with Danny Steele (@steelethoughts). 

The Breakfast Show with Lizzy Swan 07 - 10 - 21

I talk with Nikki Cunningham-Smith, author, teacher, SENCO, behaviour specialist, SLT and writer for TES.  Our topic is behaviour management for women.
We cover lots of other topics too on this pre-recorded chat:
#maternityleave #maternity #wellbeing #workload #behaviour #exclusions #pastoralcare #teaching #behaviour #parenting #children #ECTs #Mentoring #teachers

The Twilight Show with Nathan Gynn 06-10-21

Nathan talks Physical Education with Ellie Stirton, PE Teacher and Gymnastics Coach. They discuss PE Teacher stereotypes, Joe Wicks, skills versus sports and why so many teachers worry about PE. Ellie gives her tips and advice on delivering high-quality gymnastics and answers listeners questions.

The Drive Home with Harry Waters 6-10-21

for my first ever duel guest show I got to speak to Annie and Romina, to incredible English teachers from Argentina, about the age old "Non-native" Teacher debate. 

The Lunchtime Show with Joe Arday 06-10-21

Discussing the importance of STEM - Why is it important to encourage young women and students from different ethnic backgrounds to consider pursuing a career in STEM especially Science?
 
Questions discussed in the show:
 
1) Introduction - Your name and a bit about yourself
 
2) What is your role in education or industry? And you can tell the listeners about your role?
 
3) Based on the topic covered in today’s show - what advice would you give to the next generation of young people in regards to studying and pursuing a career in science? And what type of career roles are available in science?
4) What advice would you give to a 17 year old version of yourself based on the topic covered in today’s show in regards to studying and pursuing a career in science?
 
5) As you know it’s black history month. In your opinion, why do you think it is important for students from different ethnic backgrounds to consider pursuing a career in science?
 
6) Finally, music has been a way to keep us all happy for our mental health during the lockdown. 
So my question to you is…….. can you tell the listeners your recommended music track of the week?
 
A discussion with Joe Arday and George Bream

The Late Show with Libby Isaac 05-10-21

If you are a history teacher this is a must listen. Ben Walsh talking us through everything history related, to curriculum, to resources to what makes teaching history so effective. James McRae asks your questions. "It is our job as a history teacher to access the academic world and translate that to our students."

The Twilight Show with Lucy Neuburger 5-10-21

Lucy talks to Kate Gladstone and Catherine Bickersteth about handwriting.  Is it still important? Should Pen Licences still be a thing? All this and more.