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Schoolutions: Teaching Strategies to Strengthen School Culture, Empower Educators, & Inspire Student GrowthTeacher Planning Revolution: Using the Three Student Protocol to Improve Student Outcomes with Denise Goldin-DuboisJoin me in conversation with veteran educator Denise Goldin-Dubois to explore her innovative three student protocol – a powerful planning and reflection tool that helps teachers deepen their practice. With over 25 years of experience in public education, Denise shares how focusing intentionally on three specific students can transform instruction for an entire classroom.Learn how to move beyond broad generalizations and track observable facts about your students rather than making inferences. Discover practical strategies for making your planning more concrete and actionable, whether you're a classroom teacher, instructional coach, or administrator. Denise explains how this protocol can be ad...2024-12-0925 min
Pedagogy MattersEpisode 22: Pedagogy Matters with Jonny Kay - Math & English in CollegesIn this episode, we talk to Jonny Kay, Head of Teaching, Learning and Assessment at Newcastle College. Jonny is a former English teacher with a wealth of experience across the school/college sector and more recently, the author of Improving Maths and English In Further Education: A Practical Guide.
We discuss all things English and maths, with a focus on ideas to improve the delivery of standalone qualifications, as well as the importance of all lecturers/teachers helping to make learners more literate and numerate. 2021-12-0827 minPedagogy MattersEpisode 21: Pedagogy Matters with Martin McGuire - WorldSkillsIn this episode, we talk to Martin McGuire, WorldSkills UK Director, Scotland. Martin describes how regional, national and international competition, can raise standards in vocational education, and by embracing the values and ethos of WorldSkills, we can have a positive impact on students and the development of their skills.
WorldSkills UK website
WorldSkills Kazan 2019 (YouTube video, 2m 27s)
2021-11-1030 minPedagogy MattersEpisode 20: Pedagogy Matters with Dr. Lee Coutts - Transformative Learning and TeachingIn this episode, we talk to Dr Lee Coutts about the topic of Transformative Learning and Teaching. Lee shares his perspective on how education can be socially progressive, making a positive difference to society. He describes a transformative learning pedagogical approach for and with students, and how adopting approaches such as (student-led) professionally authentic assessment can make a real impact on curriculum delivery.2021-10-0632 minPedagogy MattersEpisode 19: Pedagogy Matters with Walter Patterson - Digital Capability ResearchIn this episode, we talk to Walter Patterson, Lead Researcher about the recently published Digital Capability: A Scottish Landscape Review report, which examines how colleges prioritised digital skills over the lockdown period. Walter shares with us the approaches taken to gather the research, key findings and an overview of the outputs. 2021-09-2230 min
Pedagogy MattersEpisode 18: Leadership Matters with Roddy Millar - Emerging TrendsThe final epside of the Leadership Matters mini-series is with Roddy Millar – Founder and CEO of ideas for leaders, and Co-Founder of the Scottish Leadership Institute. Roddy discusses his work as a writer and publisher in the fields of executive education, management and leadership. Roddy works with international business schools and we will be exploring the emerging trends in leadership practice across the world.2021-07-2837 minPedagogy MattersEpisode 17: Leadership Matters with Janet Whitley - Collective LeadershipThe third epside of the Leadership Matters mini-series is with Janet Whitley, Collective Leadership Lead at Scottish Government. Janet discusses the work of Collective leadership Scotland, how they support partners and colleagues from across the public sector in the practice of collaboration and collective leadership and how leaders in the FE sector can become involved.2021-07-2122 minPedagogy MattersEpisode 16: Leadership Matters with Anthony Willoughby - Territory MappingThe second epside of the Leadership Matters mini-series is with Anthony Willoughby. Anthony is an author, explorer and founder of the Nomadic School of Business. During this episode, we chat about what Anthony has learned about leadership from living and working with indigenous communities across the world. We discuss the importance of personal leadership and the collective first, as well as the visionary tool Anthony uses to help people understand their territories.2021-07-1428 min
Pedagogy MattersEpisode 15: Leadership Matters with Grant Ritchie - Leadership JourneyA slight change to the format, we're going to run 4 episodes entitled, 'Leadership Matters', exploring leadership from different perspectives. The first in the series introduces Grant Ritchie – former Principal at Dundee and Angus College and Fellow with CDN. During this podcast Grant discusses his leadership journey, what helped and hindered him on that journey, and what advice he would give to emerging leaders.2021-07-0732 minPedagogy MattersEpisode 14: Pedagogy Matters with Laura Watson and Katie Paget - Education for SustainabilityIn this episode we talk to Laura Watson and Katie Paget from Dundee and Angus College where the topic of ‘Education for sustainability’ is explored and unpicked. They share their perspectives on what is meant by the term, why they feel it is important, and how colleagues from across the sector can integrate conversations on this topic within their teaching practice to further educate students and raise awareness. 2021-06-2329 minPedagogy MattersEpisode 13: Pedagogy Matters with Alan McLean - Emotional PedagogyWithin this episode, we explore the topic of Emotional Pedagogy with Alan McLean. Alan draws upon his extensive experience in the education sector to unpick what is meant by the term emotional pedagogy and the impact that emotions can have on the learning experience, from both the perspective of lecturers and students. Alan explores different concepts such as the Compendium of Emotions and what is meant by the term Emotional Coaching. For further information and to find out more about the Emotional Ring and other resources Alan references in this episode, please visit the What Motivates Learning website. 2021-06-1641 minPedagogy MattersEpisode 12: Pedagogy Matters with Anna Styles and Caroline Jarvis - Pedagogy of the Outdoor ClassroomIn this podcast, we speak to Anna Styles and Caroline Jarvis from West Lothian College. The conversation focusses around how the college has embraced Outdoor Learning, both in the curriculum area of Childhood Practice and Early Education as well as more broadly across the college. Anna and Caroline share information about the work, focussing on where the initial idea came from, how it was brought to life, how the rest of the college have embraced this and most importantly, the impact that his has had on students and staff. This was a great insight into some of the great...2021-06-0222 minPedagogy MattersEpisode 11: Pedagogy Matters with David Gourley - Creative and Engaging Learning ExperiencesIn this podcast, we speak to David Gourley, Head of Learning and Teaching Enhancement at Perth College. The topic of discussion focusses around providing creative and engaging learning experiences in a post COVID era. David shares views on what this means in practice, the impact that this can have on students, and a range of considerations for lecturers when developing approaches in this area.2021-05-1231 minPedagogy MattersEpisode 10: Pedagogy Matters with Keith Smyth - Blended LearningIn this podcast, we speak to Keith Smyth, Professor of Pedagogy at the University of the Highlands and Islands. The topic of blended/hybrid learning is discussed, drawing upon the extensive knowledge and experience of Keith and his team across the UHI network. Keith shares views on the fundamental principles of blended/hybrid delivery, using a wide range of examples from pre-COVID delivery as well as how the last 14 months has affected delivery plans and methods. A very insightful conversation on a topic which is being discussed in every college across the UK at this point in time.2021-05-0552 minPedagogy MattersEpisode 9: Pedagogy Matters with Dr. Ed Hall - Making Every Interaction CountIn this episode, we speak to Dr. Edward Hall, Senior Lecturer in Sports Coaching at Northumbria University. Ed shares some of the outcomes from his extensive work in coach education, elements of which are transferrable to teaching practice. Key bits of nourishment focus on principles that underpin effective reflections, approaching meetings/relationships as ‘interactions’ and the importance of making each of those interactions count.2021-03-2448 minPedagogy MattersEpisode 8: Pedagogy Matters with Sam Messam - Difficult ConversationsIn this episode, we speak to Sam Messam, Senior Lecturer in Sports Coaching at the University of Lincoln. The focus of the discussion is on how to have difficult conversations. We explore the fundamental principles to consider when having difficult conversations whether it be manager > lecturer, lecturer > lecturer or lecturer > student. Sam provides an array of top tips for listeners to reflect on and implement into future conversations. 2021-03-1734 min
Pedagogy MattersEpisode 7: Pedagogy Matters with Christine Calder - Action ResearchIn this episode, I am joined by Christine Calder, Academic Development Lead at Dundee and Angus College. We discuss the topic of Action Research: what it is, what the benefits are to lecturers (both participating and reading) and most importantly, how it can be done. Christine also shares the great work that CAIRN (College Action Inquiry Research Network) is doing and how listeners can find out more about the publication released at the end of February.
Visit the CAIRN Journal website here.2021-03-1031 min
Pedagogy MattersEpisode 6: Pedagogy Matters with Oliver Caviglioli - Dual CodingIn this episode, we speak to Oli Cav, former headteacher and author of a number of books on visual teaching strategies including Dual Coding with teachers. The discussion focusses heavily around the concept of Dual Coding, what it is, how it can be used within teaching practice and the fundamental principles that Oli believes are key to ensure that it is effectively applied.2021-03-0347 min
Pedagogy MattersEpisode 5: Pedagogy Matters with Dr Gary Husband - MentoringIn this episode, Dr Gary Husband, lecturer at the University of Stirling, talks about his research in mentoring, including fundamental principles applied in formal and informal settings. The discussion provides an insight into practices across the sector and tips/advice on ensuring that mentoring is effectively utilised. 2021-02-1741 min
Pedagogy MattersEpisode 4: Pedagogy Matters with Jon Ridley - Teaching as Social ActionIn Episode 4 with Jon Ridley, Vice-Principal of Newcastle College, and Executive Director of Higher Education, NCG, we discuss the topic of teaching as social action vs. teaching as a transaction. The discussion focuses on some of the challenges faced when teaching online, underpinned by current research, along with suggestions for colleagues to consider. The episode also covers the range of 'opportunities' that have been presented to the sector to take this forward in future curriculum design. 2021-02-1039 minPedagogy MattersEpisode 3: Pedagogy Matters with Susannah Wilson - Assessment and FeedbackIn Episode 3 with Susannah Wilson, Curriculum Lead: National Programmes at Argyll College UHI, we discuss assessment and feedback, with a clear focus on the purpose of making the feedback process impactful for students. Touching upon different aspects of recent research, the discussion focuses on the importance of the feedback process, ensuring there is sufficient time set aside for students to review feedback and make tangible changes to their practice.2021-02-0329 minPedagogy MattersEpisode 2: Pedagogy Matters with Marc Steutel - Building Effective RelationshipsIn this episode with Marc Steutel, Lead Assistant Coach GB Basketball, Curriculum Leader HE Sport, we discuss all aspects relating to the building of effective relationships, especially throughout the pandemic. Relationships are vital from lecturer > lecturer, lecturer student and student > student and the discussion explores different components which contribute to the effective building of relationships, given the current circumstances.2021-01-2747 min
Pedagogy MattersEpisode 1: Pedagogy Matters with Micky Riddell - Retrieval PracticeIn this episode with Micky Riddell from Joseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College, we look at how retrieval practice links with short/long-term memory, the forgetting curve, and approaches that can be used with learners to bring information into the working memory.2021-01-2032 min