TEACHER T'S TEA FOR TEACHING PODCAST

TASHA FLETCHER
TEACHER T'S TEA FOR TEACHING PODCAST

Teacher T's Tea For Teaching is an interview style designed podcast with sometimes chill discussion with International Master Class teachers, SLT's and other key people in the education sector focusing on strategies and ideas for transforming teaching and creating unforgettable experiences in the international classrooom.

Episodes

  1. Epi #4 Moving learning from static to dynamic - meaningful and practical integration of technology in the classroom

    08/15/2020

    Epi #4 Moving learning from static to dynamic - meaningful and practical integration of technology in the classroom

    My guest this week is Erin Holding. Erin has been an international teacher for 9 years in Qatar. She is part of the middle management team and works on developing digital innovations across the academy as well as being an Upper KS2 teacher and computing lead. Erin is also the mum of 2 adorable boys under 2 who loves watching children grow and seeing passion motivate them to success. In this week's episode we focus on 'going beyond' with technology: - one-and-done learning activities, and what that looks like with technology integration. - beyond the bell – what does this mean, what types of digital tools and devices can be used with learners to encourage learning beyond the bell such as: broader the broader technology tools of microsoft tools - flipgrid, digital notebooks on one note and more. - going beyond the key stage and taking students off the conveyor belt to give them a choice-driven education inspired by the things they are passionate about - Going beyond the walls - 1.How does using technology both in the classroom and taking the classroom to the world benefit student learning and play an important part in the recovery curriculum? - Going beyond the tools – Is going beyond the tools we use for technology integration important for holistic and inclusive education and why? - Going beyond the due date - flexibility, is it a good strategy for teachers to use right now by allowing students to ‘go beyond the due date’ and in taking their learning further? As always you can learn more about the show and what we do as international educators on my blog at handsonlearninginesl.com. You can also find us on: Twitter Instagram Google Podcast Stitcher Spotify Podbean

    34 min
  2. Epi #3 Changing our words to develop a growth mindset

    08/08/2020

    Epi #3 Changing our words to develop a growth mindset

    In this week's episode I am joined by Angela Laderach.   Angela teaches at an international school in Switzerland and has been a primary teacher for 14 years. Angela has also taught in 5 different countries. In her career she has been a lead teacher, maths and IT coordinator, and NQT mentor. She holds a masters degree in general education but specialises in creative projects which spark student's interests and lead them to developing their learning on their own initiative, creating richer and deeper learning experiences. In this episode we will discuss the importance of the words we speak as teachers of young children and how we can change them to develop a growth mindset through questions such as; - How does mentorship from a colleague make you a better educator? - Thoughts on leadership, choice or a title? - Why disruption is an important term in education right now? - Mental health and well being - ways in which teachers can see work-life integration - The effects of social media on teachers and its impact as being a friend or foe. - Developing 21st century skills in students - Contributing factors of overlooked challenges of responsibilities that teachers face in international schools Teacher T's Tea For Teaching Podcast is available over several broadcasting stations; Google Podcasts Anchor fm Soundcloud Stitcher Spotify Podbean Radio Public itunes  Breaker and on the blog at handsonlearninginesl.com

    49 min
  3. Cultivating Classroom Culture

    07/31/2020

    Cultivating Classroom Culture

    In this episode we will talk about cultivating classroom culture with best practices for ESL learners in International settings. My guest this week is Toya Are. Toya is the Deputy Head of Primary and Curriculum at CES Egypt. She is an experienced practitioner, who is committed to promoting the education and well-being of young people and staff alike while meeting and maintaining high standards. Her open mindset, enthusiasm and reflective attitude, has enabled her to motivate and inspire both herself and others to consistently strive and succeed to their full potential. Her passion for learning, is why she is committed to good practice and innovation within the education sector. Toya's career has and continues to be dedicated to inspiring and fostering young minds through experimental and creative approaches to teaching and learning. We will discuss: - Student movement and physical activity in cultivating a classroom culture - The benefits of working teams and collaboratively for young and older children. - Best practices; training, CPD and application to real life and the classroom - Independent learning and how to cultivate a classroom culture that reflects this - The importance of less teacher talk and creating more student/staff opportunities to do so. - Best practices; teaching, observation and reflection with colleagues from outside our own school settings and the comparison of student led learning. - Leadership talk; what do school leaders really want to see when they walk into a classroom? - The emphasis on giving grades and why they are not as important as the actual learning experiences that students should have. Or are they? Don't forget you can also listen to the show on the go at; Sticher Spotify Soundcloud Podbean Anchorfm and of course on my blog at handsonlearninginesl.com Itunes player coming soon.

    1h 14m

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Teacher T's Tea For Teaching is an interview style designed podcast with sometimes chill discussion with International Master Class teachers, SLT's and other key people in the education sector focusing on strategies and ideas for transforming teaching and creating unforgettable experiences in the international classrooom.

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