Gayu Mini Bites

Gayathri Loganathan
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Empowering educators, transforming education. Welcome to Gayu Mini Bites — a podcast offering quick, insightful episodes specially crafted for teachers and parents navigating the IB journey. Each bite-sized episode brings you: Practical IB classroom strategies Handy notes and tips for teachers Thoughtful reflections and inspirational nuggets Real stories from classrooms around the world Whether you’re an IB newbie or a seasoned educator, tune in and thrive with simple, actionable insights that make a big impact — all in under 10 minutes. Let’s shape empowered, inspired teachers—one bite

  1. From Coverage to Conceptual Understanding -Enhanced PYP - episode -1

    FEB 4

    From Coverage to Conceptual Understanding -Enhanced PYP - episode -1

    In this episode of Gayu Minibites, we explore the enhanced PYP shift from content coverage to deep conceptual understanding, with practical classroom connections for teachers. #EnhancedPYP #IBPYP #ConceptBasedLearning #TeacherPodcast #GayuMinibites

    3 min

  2. JAN 26

    “Episode 8: Closing the Goal-Setting Cycle — Growth That Continues”

    In the final episode of the series, Gayu Minibites reflects on the complete goal-setting journey and reminds educators that growth is ongoing. This episode focuses on closure, celebration, and preparing learners — and teachers — to begin the cycle again with confidence.

    6 min

  3. JAN 19

    “Episode 7: Stepping Back — Trusting Students to Lead”

    In Episode 7, Gayu Minibites explores the importance of teacher trust in the final stages of goal-setting. This episode focuses on releasing responsibility to students, encouraging independence, and allowing learners to confidently apply their growth beyond structured goals.

    4 min

  4. JAN 12

    “Episode 6: Reflection That Completes the Goal”

    In Episode 6, Gayu Minibites gently brings together everything explored so far — listening, clarity, skills, visibility, and routines — and shows how reflection completes the goal-setting cycle. This episode focuses on helping students recognise their growth and internalise learning through meaningful reflection.

    5 min

  5. JAN 11

    Small Story, Big Thinking: A Classroom Strategy for Teachers

    Creative and critical thinking don’t need complex tools — sometimes, all it takes is a short story and the right questions. In this episode of Gayu Mini Bites, teachers are introduced to a simple yet powerful classroom strategy: using a brief story and open-ended questioning to spark imagination, reasoning, and deeper thinking. Through a 5-line story example, this episode shows how pausing at the right moment and asking thoughtful questions can turn listening into thinking and thinking into meaningful learning. Perfect for teachers looking for practical, no-prep ideas to encourage student voice, creativity, and critical thinking across age groups. Small ideas. Big classroom impact.

    4 min

  6. JAN 10

    Goal Setting Episode 5: Tracking Progress & Celebrating Small Wins

    Goal setting doesn’t end with writing goals — it grows through reflection, progress, and celebration. In Episode 5 of the Gayu Mini Bites Goal Setting series, this episode focuses on practical and easy-to-use strategies that help students track their progress, recognize effort, and celebrate small wins in the classroom. By making progress visible and celebrating growth, teachers can build student motivation, confidence, and ownership without adding extra workload. Ideal for educators who want to turn goals into meaningful action and sustained success. Small ideas. Big classroom impact.

    9 min
  7. New Year, New Growth | A Simple PYP Reflection Game for Early Years

    JAN 5

    New Year, New Growth | A Simple PYP Reflection Game for Early Years

    Welcome to Gayu Mini Bites. In this New Year episode, host Gayathri shares a simple, playful reflection game for Early Years and PYP classrooms. Discover how “The Reflection Dice” supports learner profile attributes, builds student voice, and helps children understand growth, time, and reflection—just like learning to ride a bicycle. A gentle reminder that learning takes time, connection, and care.

    7 min

  8. JAN 3

    Episode 4 - Building student ownerships and accountability

    Goals become meaningful when students take ownership of their learning. In Episode 4 of the Goal Setting series, we focus on how teachers can help students move from teacher-driven goals to student-owned goals. This episode explores simple, practical strategies to build accountability, responsibility, and independence in learners. You’ll discover easy classroom approaches that empower students to take charge of their goals, reflect on their choices, and stay committed to their progress. Ideal for educators looking to develop confident, self-directed learners without overwhelming systems or complex tools. 🎯 Key Takeaways: • Strategies to encourage student ownership • Building accountability in simple ways • Reflection tools that support independence • Classroom-ready practices for everyday use Listen in and learn how ownership transforms goal setting into lifelong learning skills.

    15 min
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Empowering educators, transforming education. Welcome to Gayu Mini Bites — a podcast offering quick, insightful episodes specially crafted for teachers and parents navigating the IB journey. Each bite-sized episode brings you: Practical IB classroom strategies Handy notes and tips for teachers Thoughtful reflections and inspirational nuggets Real stories from classrooms around the world Whether you’re an IB newbie or a seasoned educator, tune in and thrive with simple, actionable insights that make a big impact — all in under 10 minutes. Let’s shape empowered, inspired teachers—one bite

Information

  • Creator
    Gayathri Loganathan
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    67
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Gayathri Loganathan
  • Show Website
    Gayu Mini Bites