Teachers Matter Podcast

Karen
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Hear about our quest to bring you a podcast to share stories, strategies, and wisdom to inspire your teaching & enhance your life.

  1. 12/07/2024

    From Struggle to Strength: Navigating the Pressures of Education with Heart and Resilience

    Feeling the weight of change and end-of-year exhaustion? Join Karen and Meg as they explore the realities of teaching today, sharing honest conversations on releasing stress, reclaiming energy, and standing up for what matters most in education and life.

    32 min

  2. 10/20/2024

    How to create a classroom culture where curiosity and critical thinking thrive from day one.

    In this episode, we explore how to create a classroom culture where curiosity and critical thinking thrive from day one. Learn how to encourage inquiry, focus on the process over the product, and empower students to ask big questions and evaluate their own thinking.

    33 min

  3. 09/22/2024

    What If We Redefined Leadership In Our Schools

    In this episode, we discuss redefining leadership in schools, exploring how shared leadership can unlock creativity, empower teachers and students, and build a strong, collaborative culture. Tune in to discover how you can grow more leaders in your organisation! Plus - check out 'I Love Teaching' segment featuring Vicki Theobald.

    31 min

  4. 09/08/2024

    What if classroom management was based on mutual respect?

    Karen & Meg chat about what if classroom management is rooted in mutual respect, where students and teachers engage as partners in learning. By fostering empathy, implementing restorative practices, and promoting student voice, they highlight how respect-based management enhances engagement, accountability, and positive behaviour.

    43 min

  5. 08/07/2024

    What if we redefined student success?

    Explore the transformative idea of redefining student success in our debut season 3 episode. We chat about moving beyond traditional grades to emphasise soft skills, recognise diverse intelligences, and celebrate personal growth and resilience. We also discuss holistic assessment methods and fostering an environment that values comprehensive student achievements and real-world readiness.

    22 min
  6. Episode 20: Generosity

    06/26/2023

    Episode 20: Generosity

    Generosity comes from a genuine desire to make a positive impact and contribute to the wellbeing of others. In this episode we explore generosity, the upsides and downsides, and how it can create a happier and healthier environment for us all.

    25 min
  7. Episode 19: The Brain - Why Knowing About Neuroscience Is Important For Us In Education

    05/30/2023

    Episode 19: The Brain - Why Knowing About Neuroscience Is Important For Us In Education

    Knowing about the brain can enhance what we do every day as teachers and parents. Listen in as Karen and Megan share some information and ideas about neuroscience in the classroom.

    28 min
  8. Episode 18: Supporting Teacher Aides

    04/04/2023

    Episode 18: Supporting Teacher Aides

    In this podcast we focus on Teacher Aides, often our unsung superheroes. Karen shares some findings from her recent research and we talk about communication, inclusion and share some strategies that can help Teacher Aides support learners.

    26 min
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Hear about our quest to bring you a podcast to share stories, strategies, and wisdom to inspire your teaching & enhance your life.

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  • Creator
    Karen
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Teachers Matter Podcast
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    Teachers Matter Podcast