QUT Teacher Podclass

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QUT Teacher Podclass

QUT Teacher Podclass is all about supporting teachers. Learn about the new ways teachers are leading the learning in our classrooms. Discover ways to manage career development and improve personal wellbeing. Hear about the research that’s helping to create greater engagement in the classroom. This insightful series is brought to you by the QUT Faculty of Education and hosted by Madonna King.

  1. The friendship factor

    09/03/2020

    The friendship factor

    We all remember our first childhood friendships. They shape our memories, but they also shaped the way we learn and develop. In this episode, Dr Maryanne Theobald is joined by educator Megan Laraghy to unpack the power of friendship. They discuss how friendships influence children’s development and share strategies educators can use to help foster positive connections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    46 min
  2. A picture paints a thousand thoughts

    09/03/2020

    A picture paints a thousand thoughts

    If art imitates life, how can students use it to respond to what’s happening in the world around them? Dr Lyndal O’Gorman says that art can be a powerful tool for students to make sense of complex issues like climate change and sustainability. In this episode, Dr O’Gorman is joined by kindergarten director Dr Amanda McFadden to discuss how teachers can use art to help children and young people explore social and environmental issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    35 min
  3. The right to voice

    09/03/2020

    The right to voice

    What happens when students are encouraged to have a say on matters important to them at school? Dr Jenna Gillett-Swan says that empowering students to be partners in their own learning can have a positive influence on their engagement and wellbeing. She’s joined by teacher Mitchell Robertson who shares his own experience rolling out a successful school-wide wellbeing framework driven by student voices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    43 min
  4. Our land, our stories, our classrooms

    09/03/2020

    Our land, our stories, our classrooms

    As leaders in learning, teachers have a powerful opportunity to share the history and stories of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples with their students. Educator Alison Quin says that incorporating Indigenous perspectives in the classroom is a journey all schools and teachers can begin. In this episode, Alison explains the small steps teachers can take to start their journey, and the big impact this can have on enhancing students’ respect for Indigenous cultures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    35 min
  5. Education in the digital age

    09/03/2020

    Education in the digital age

    Traditional classrooms are being transformed by technology. When it comes to digital learning, Dr Chris Blundell says the right strategies and tools can empower teachers to use technology in the classroom with confidence and success. Listen to Dr Blundell and Sue Suter from Brisbane Catholic Education share simple steps to help teachers, parents, and students explore the power of new learning and teaching tools. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    38 min
  6. For the love of language

    09/03/2020

    For the love of language

    Language is at the heart of learning, no matter the subject. In a connected and diverse world, Dr Jennifer Alford thinks teachers have an opportunity to teach content in ways that can help all students, including students with English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D). Dr Alford is joined by QATESOL President and experienced EAL/D teacher Gae Nastasi to share tips on how language can be used to teach different content areas and enhance all students’ learning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    30 min
  7. Welcome to Podclass season two

    SEASON 2, EPISODE 1 TRAILER

    Welcome to Podclass season two

    In season two, our education experts and host Madonna King are joined by real-world teachers and educators in conversations that will inspire and support your practice. In this trailer, we’ve condensed hours of chats down to a couple of minutes to give you a quick preview of the topics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1 min
  8. Start the day with a song

    31/05/2019

    Start the day with a song

    If self-regulation skills are the foundation of effective learning, how do we build them? Dr Kate Williams believes the answer can be found in music. In this episode she explains how dancing, singing and playing musical instruments at the start of a school day can get young minds in tune with the first lesson. Don’t have any instruments? Don’t worry. Kate believes clapping, chanting and drumming with pencils can do wonders. More information: If you’d like to know more about this topic check the shownotes where you can find rich sources of information and inspiration. Visit www.qut.edu.au/education/engage/teacher-podclass. To find out more about professional development offered by the QUT Faculty of Education, visit www.qut.edu.au/education/engage/professional-development Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    49 min
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QUT Teacher Podclass is all about supporting teachers. Learn about the new ways teachers are leading the learning in our classrooms. Discover ways to manage career development and improve personal wellbeing. Hear about the research that’s helping to create greater engagement in the classroom. This insightful series is brought to you by the QUT Faculty of Education and hosted by Madonna King.

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  • Creator
    QUT
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2020
  • Episodes
    15

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