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Let’s Talk Teaching

De: Monash University Faculty of Education
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  • Conversations with teachers, for teachers. Join Associate Professor Rebecca Cooper, former teacher turned education academic, as she invites teachers and Monash University Alumni with different educational backgrounds, experiences and learnings to share their insights on a number of topics that teachers in Australian classrooms are facing today.
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  • Tailored Teaching - Adapting to Every Style of Learner
    Jul 15 2024

    Join us as we explore the art of differentiation in education, revealing how personalised teaching strategies can effectively meet individual student needs and foster inclusivity, transforming classroom dynamics and empowering every student to reach their full potential.

    Our guests in this episode - Dr Penny Round and Madaline Curtain dive into the essential teaching strategy of differentiation. They explore how adapting lessons to cater to the unique needs of every student creates a nurturing educational environment.

    Together, we explore:

    • The role differentiation and why personalised instruction and inclusivity is so important in the classroom.
    • Understanding individual student profiles including their learning styles and unique needs forms the foundation for effective teaching strategies.
    • Strategies for adapting teaching methods including modifying task complexity, scaffolding and classroom pacing to support diverse learning needs.
    • The importance of documenting educational adaptations and collaboratively setting goals with students to track progress.
    • The role of ongoing assessment and feedback in improving educational outcomes.
    • How building strong, supportive relationships with students and recognising their successes is critical in creating positive and inclusive classroom environments.
    • How collaboration and resource sharing with colleagues can enhance the implementation of differentiated strategies and enrich teaching practices.
    • Practical examples of how you can seamlessly integrate differentiation into daily lesson planning, ensuring that teacher adjustments are both manageable and effective.

    With actionable tips and valuable resources, this episode aims to empower educators to adapt their teaching methods to meet the needs of all students, ensuring every individual’s potential is maximised through innovative and personalised educational strategies. Join us today and Let’s Talk Teaching.

    Resources:

    • Simply Kinder
    • Twinkl
    • Australian Journal of Teacher Education ‘Differentiated Instruction at Work. Reinforcing the art of classroom observation through the the creation of a checklist for beginning and pre-service teachers’
    • ‘Preparing beginning teachers for inclusion: designing and assessing supplementary fieldwork experiences’

    Other suggested resources:

    • Top teacher
    • Mrs learning bee
    • Elizabeth Richards and mta for support resources (furniture, sensory etc)
    • Diverse Learners Hub (Department of Education)
    • High Ability Toolkit - Identifying High Potential
    • Universal Design for Learning (Cast)
    • PBIS World

    Special Guests:

    Dr Penny Round
    Lecturer in Inclusive and Special Education - Monash University

    Madaline Curtin
    Learning Specialist and Foundation Teacher - Cranbourne Carlisle Primary School, Cranbourne

    If you’re enjoying Let’s Talk Teaching, don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review! You can follow us on Instagram, X and Facebook, and share your thoughts on the show by using the hashtag #letstalkteachingpodcast

    If you’re interested in hearing more about the short courses, undergraduate and postgraduate study options that Monash Education offers, please visit: Monash Education's learn more page.

    We are grateful for the support of Monash University’s Faculty of Education in producing this podcast.

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  • Feedback - The Driver of Learning and Relationships
    Jun 17 2024
    We kick off our second season of Let’s Talk Teaching by exploring the transformative role of feedback in education. This episode uncovers how technology is revolutionising teacher-student interactions, shifting from traditional methodologies to innovative approaches that enhance learning outcomes.Join us as we unveil the nuances of educational feedback with our distinguished guests, Michael Hendersen and Dr. Matt Fyfield. Together, they discuss the pivotal role of clear, timely and actionable feedback that resonates with students, highlighting how technological tools like video and audio feedback are instrumental in enriching this process. Specifically, we delve into how the implementation of more dynamic formative assessments - such as Matt’s ‘Lightening Feedback’ model fosters continuous improvement and enhances engagement in the learning process.Together, we explore:The role of feedback as a core part of teaching practice, transitioning from traditional methods to innovative forms including video, audio and imagery.The evolution towards learner-centered feedback approaches that enhance student understanding and performance.How early, clear and relevant feedback is critical in fostering effective learning.Matt’s ‘Lightening Feedback’ model as a dynamic method for providing frequent and concise feedback, reducing teacher workload and enhancing the process.Proven strategies and practices that resonate in classroom settings.The culture of collaboration and open communication and its role in fostering connections between educators, learners and parents.Strategies for teachers to begin implementing effective feedback practices in their education setting.This conversation is packed with practical suggestions, tips and techniques for teachers who want to start implementing effective feedback strategies into their classrooms. Join us today and Let’s Talk Teaching.Resources:Screenplay (Previously Screencastomatic): Effortlessly record videos and share them instantaneously, bypassing the need for uploads. This feature is particularly beneficial for creating parent communications or providing feedback when your Learning Management System (LMS) lacks this capability.School Box: This is the Learning Management System (LMS) adopted by Mazenod. It boasts exceptional feedback functionality, including direct video embedding into documents and electronic markup capabilities. This system is implemented as a school-wide program, not merely for individual use.Wheel Decide: This is an electronic spinning wheel designed to randomly select students. Teachers can simply paste a list of students into the provided box, and the wheel generates. It also produces an embed code, allowing for integration into a class page. In my case, it is prominently displayed at the top of my class landing page.Exploring Video Feedback: Insights from Michael Henderson and Phillips' Seminal 2012 Study (Video feedback on student assessment: Scarily personal)Providing Feedback that moves learning forward - Dylan William (YouTube)Special Guests:Professor Michael HendersenProfessor of Digital Futures - Monash UniversityDirector, Hub for Educational Design and Innovation (HEDI)Dr. Matt FyfieldDeputy Principal (Learning and Teaching) - Mazenod College, MulgraveIf you’re enjoying Let’s Talk Teaching, don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review! You can follow us on Instagram, X and Facebook, and share your thoughts on the show by using the hashtag #letstalkteachingpodcastIf you’re interested in hearing more about the short courses, undergraduate and postgraduate study options that Monash Education offers, please visit: Monash Education's learn more page.We are grateful for the support of Monash University’s Faculty of Education in producing this podcast.
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  • Embracing your Identity for Teaching Success
    Sep 18 2023

    Join us for the season finale of Let’s Talk Teaching as we explore the significance of nurturing and embracing one’s teacher identity, and how it can create a lasting impact in the classroom and beyond.

    From expressing your own personality in the classroom to your approach to behavior management and your interactions with students – teacher identity is an all-encompassing concept that influences the way teachers plan, assess, and collaborate with both colleagues and students.

    Our panel of esteemed guests – Gary Prasad, Andrew Greville, and Dr. Michelle Ludecke – share their personal experiences, insights, and practical strategies for nurturing teacher identity and help us understand why it’s so important in a long career of teaching.

    Together, we explore:

    • The fluid and evolving nature of teacher identity
    • The importance of authenticity and personal compatibility in considering teaching roles
    • Teacher identity as a reflection of personality and individual approach, including the use of humor or wit in teaching practice
    • Reflecting on teaching practices, learning from your mistakes, and the "Green Pen" approach
    • The evolution of teaching styles over time
    • The challenge of maintaining continuity in classes or subjects for valuable reflection and improvement
    • Developing teacher identity through involvement in extracurricular activities and building relationships with students outside the classroom
    • The use of voice memos as a reflection strategy and its impact on the evolution of teacher identity
    • Individual contribution to collective teacher identity and its social impact

    Special Guests:

    • Gary Prasad: Retired Secondary School Teacher
    • Andrew Greville: Classroom Maths Teacher - Catholic Secondary School, Mildura, Victoria
    • Dr. Michelle Ludecke: Lecturer, School of Curriculum, Teaching & Inclusive Education, Faculty of Education at Monash University

    Join us for an insightful discussion on nurturing teacher identity and discovering its profound influence on teaching practice and student outcomes.

    If you’re enjoying Let’s Talk Teaching, don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review! You can follow us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook, and share your thoughts on the show by using the hashtag #letstalkteachingpodcast

    If you’re interested in hearing more about the short courses, undergraduate, and postgraduate study options that Monash Education offers, please visit Monash Education's learn more page.

    Access this episode's transcript here: https://lets-talk-teaching.simplecast.com/episodes/embracing-your-identity-for-teaching-success/transcript

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