Teachers Talk Radio

What are International Schools for? The Friday Morning Break with John Gibbs

In this conversation, Dr. Neela Choudhury, head of the senior school at the British International School of Washington, DC, shares her insights on international education, discussing the cultural differences in educational values, the flexibility of curricula, and the importance of parental involvement. She highlights the unique challenges and rewards of teaching in an international context, including the emphasis on global citizenship and the need for educators to adapt to diverse student backgrounds. Dr. Choudhury also reflects on her personal journey in education, the significance of work-life balance for teachers, and the strengths of the British education system in a global context.

OnlyTeaching: The Late Show with Hannah Wilson and Lucy Neuburger

Would you do reality tv as a teacher?
Hannah Wilson @ArtTeacherHWN & Lucy Neuburger @LuEliz1989 talk about side hustles for teachers and there are some quite unusual ways of making money discussed.
Not to be missed.

Ready or Not: How prepared are teachers for the challenges of inclusive teaching and learning? The Wednesday Twilight Show with Michelle Hinds

Michelle and special guest Sheniel Smith engaged in an insightful, thought-provoking, and passionate discussion on the true meaning of inclusion, the barriers to its successful implementation, and the roles of all stakeholders. Join the discussion!

School exclusions and behaviour: The Late Show with Tom Rogers

In a bumper 2.5 hour wide ranging conversation, Tom discusses the thorny issue of exclusions in schools with special guests Andrew Old and David Urwin.
Andrew is a renowned teacher and blogger, David is an experienced teacher in AP settings. Both share some contrasting views about exclusions in UK schools:
Why do exclusions happen? Have exclusions actually been increasing? What are the myths around exclusions? How should exclusions be reduced? Should they be? What is good prac and bad prac when it comes to exclusions? And so much more!
The video version of this show is here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLPIIi6oaQ8&lc=Ugx4OcIJOHU29d6d3854AaABAg
 

Erasmus: What Have We Lost? The Sunday Late Show with Christopher Vowles.

Christopher talks with Dr Charlotte Goddard, Daniela Leahy, Sára Gilíková and Christine Lester about the Erasmus experience for teachers, students and educational institutions.

Perspectives on SEND from a neurodivergent SENCO: The Twilight Show with Claire Cannon

SEND needs continue to rise - both numbers of students and complexity of need bringing huge challenges to schools.
But what about when your SENCO is neurodivergent themselves?
Anita Hempenius shares her lived experiences and suggests strategies that we can all use in our classrooms. She also talks about why she took her own child out of school and the reasons behind her decision.

Uphill Battle, S&E Learning, Pessimistic Narratives: The Weekly Review

On The Weekly Review, panellists, Lucy Neuburger, John Gibbs and Brent Poland discuss hot topics in the week's news with host, Paul Hazzard.  Show production by Lianne Lax.
This week's stories:
Investigation: Disadvantaged school leaders’ uphill battlehttps://shorturl.at/v1B8MNurturing Social and Emotional Learning Across the Globehttps://tinyurl.com/3srscx5jWhy we should change pessimistic narratives around teachinghttps://shorturl.at/XApmF
Shows Reviewed:
The Benefits of Early Challenge: The Sunday Late Show with Amanda Kinsley-Smith
OFSTED A History 1976-2018: The Late Show with David Brown
Wellbeing – How Do We Survive the Autumn Term?: The Sunday Social with Toria Bono
Reading for Pleasure 2 : The Saturday Breakfast Show  with Darren Lester

Reading for Pleasure 2 : The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester

Darren picks up where he left off last time and talks about how we can encourage children to read for pleasure.

OFSTED A History 1976-2018: The Late Show with David Brown

Dave is joined by Dr Ian Luff in a fascinating conversation about the history of OFSTED. Learn where it originated from, when and why it came into existence and the controversial impact it had on education in its first 25 years. 

Genuine Engagement with SEN Interventions: The Friday Late Show with Morgan Whitfield and Tod Brennan

In this wide-ranging and frank conversation, Director of AEN Ian Young shares strategies to foster authentic engagement among students with special educational needs. We discuss how best to support students, families, and communities to thrive—and there’s even an accidental TMZ/paparazzi moment!