Best Sophie Wilkinson Podcasts (2024)

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The A to Z of Primary Maths: The Twilight Show with Claire Bills 1:20:11

3m ago1:20:11

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Claire Bills is joined by two special guests to discuss the book 'The A to Z of Primary Maths'. The first guest is Kate Frood, the author of this brilliant John Catt publication. The second guest is deputy headteacher Charlotte Lever. Together, they share lots of insights, strategies and nuggets of advice for teachers of primary Maths. Remember, yo…

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What does literacy learning look like in Tanzania?: The Late Show with Christopher Vowles 1:39:53

18m ago1:39:53

1:39:53

Christopher talks with former teacher, teacher-trainer and researcher Kate Fox about non-formal literacy practices in Tanzania.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Creative Writing in ELT: The Sunday Lunchtime Show with Graham Stanley 1:31:45

23m ago1:31:45

1:31:45

Larbi Arbaoui from Morocco joins me for a conversation about engaging students with creative writing in ELT (English Language Teaching).By Teachers Talk Radio

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Party Pooping, 1265 Hrs, Teacher ID crisis: The Weekly Review 41:04

21m ago41:04

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On The Weekly Review, Lianne Lax, John Gibbs and Brent Poland discuss hot topics in the week's news with host, Paul Hazzard. Show production by Lianne Lax. This week's stories: Labour Party Conference 2024: Breakfast club trial to launch in April Catherine McKinnell, Schools Minister seeks to improve inclusion in the education workforce Education S…

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On the Level about A-Level: The Saturday Social with Xander Lofts 1:21:42

18m ago1:21:42

1:21:42

Xander talks to Jack Brown of TLMaths about the ins and outs of A-Level; on entry requirements, why students fail courses, and how to optimise teaching strategies and schemes of work to best support students who have chosen your subject.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Relational Frame Theory : The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester 1:22:10

5m ago1:22:10

1:22:10

Darren takes on RFT, one of the most complex theories he's discussed to date, and talks about how the concept of relational frames can help with all knowledge acquisition, not just language.By Teachers Talk Radio

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The Role of PE in Schools Today: The Friday Late Show with David Brown 1:28:51

25m ago1:28:51

1:28:51

Dave will be joined by Dr Gary Stidder, Dr Vicky Randall and Will Swaithes to discuss all things Physical Education. What is the role of PE in schools today, particularly in terms of the post-COVID educational world? How should the subject be taught and what should the ultimate outcome be for students studying PE at primary and high school level? J…

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Trends in SEND: The Friday Twilight Show with Claire Cannon 1:14:45

11m ago1:14:45

1:14:45

SEND is an ever-changing landscape. For those with a SEND specific role such as SENCo there are always demands from a range of sources. It can feel hard to get ahead. In this show, Claire takes a close look at where things are and what trends we are likely to see as the year progresses.By Teachers Talk Radio

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The SENCOs survival kit: The Friday Morning Break with Carl Smith 1:07:34

10h ago1:07:34

1:07:34

Hear experienced SENCO Mary Mindham explaining how to stay sane and even enjoy the role of being a SENCO. Find out why Mary says you're a SENCO not SENDO!By Teachers Talk Radio

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Teacher Debt, Fads & PPA: Education Tonight 1:15:49

1d ago1:15:49

1:15:49

Brent Poland (@BrentPoland1) and Lianne Lax (@R_6andtherest) as they discuss debt accrued when training to be a teacher - should this be written off if you stay in education for a certain amount of time? Has teaching really changed that much? Are the new fads just putting more pressure on students? And ... is there ever enough PPA time?…

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Reflections on an international career: The Monday Morning Break with Khanh-Duc Kuttig 1:05:43

39m ago1:05:43

1:05:43

Sabina Mammadova and I talk about teacher education, being away from home and how working abroad has made us better, and stronger teachers.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Building Writing Stamina: The Late Late Show with Rae and Lianne 1:01:33

3d ago1:01:33

1:01:33

Rae and Lianne discuss social media controversy, how to support primary and secondary students to develop their extended writing abilities, and goats.By Teachers Talk Radio

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AI & Language Teaching and Learning: The Sunday Lunchtime Show with Graham Stanley 1:11:36

30m ago1:11:36

1:11:36

Independent Languages Consultant Joe Dale joins me for a chat about AI and the teaching and learning of languagesBy Teachers Talk Radio

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Sch Take Over, No Mice or Men, Have a lie-in: The Weekly Review 40:14

4d ago40:14

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On The Weekly Review, Lucy Neuburger, John Gibbs and Kathryn Taylor discuss hot topics in the week's news with host, Paul Hazzard. Show production by Lianne Lax. This week's stories: Mayors’ bid for school oversight role https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/general/mayors-bid-school-oversight-role No GCSE student should have to read Of Mice and Men ag…

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Dual Coding : The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester 1:31:14

5d ago1:31:14

1:31:14

Trigger warning: Be aware the first 15 minutes of the show contains discussion of pet death. Please go straight to the first set of advertisements and the news if you will find this triggering. Darren discusses the concept of dual coding, why it helps process information and why it isn't as cogitively overloading as he first thought.…

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Navigating Multi-lingual Classrooms: The Late Show with Krupa and Nazya 1:15:36

1h ago1:15:36

1:15:36

How do we create language-positive schools and why is this so important? An insightful discussion that is relevant for all those who want to embrace and engage multilingualism.By Teachers Talk Radio

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What is Restorative Practices in Schools? The Friday Morning Break with John Gibbs 1:08:19

6d ago1:08:19

1:08:19

Dr. Nicola Preson explains why restorative practice is compatible with discipline and boundaries. We look at the origin of restorative practice as well as its strengths and limits. Dr. Nichola Preston began her career in the Thames Valley Police Force, She has also been a school teacher specializing in children with special needs. Nicola is now a s…

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TTR Bake off Special! Thursday Late, Late Show with Chris Wilkinson 1:01:28

12m ago1:01:28

1:01:28

Join Chris as he explores the Bake-Off inspired challenge of adapting one lesson for diverse, multiple groups.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Should Mobile Phones Be Banned?: Education Tonight 59:25

25m ago59:25

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As a large academy chain takes the decision to ban mobile phones, Adam @aspence81 and Brent (@BrentPoland1) dial up a storm in their exploration of whether it's the right or wrong decision. Should more schools do the same, they ask. In part 2 they debate the importance of Geography in the light of celebrity, Kerry Katona's comments that "Geography …

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Do We Care Enough About The Option Subjects?: The Twilight Show with Michelle Hinds 1:21:22

29m ago1:21:22

1:21:22

An open discussion on attitudes towards option subjects in secondary schools. Join me with special guests Ms.Lacey Robicheau, experienced teacher of English and Ms Remi Guei, skilled and passionate dance teacher.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Generation AI: The Wednesday Late, Late Show with Toby Doncaster 48:39

9m ago48:39

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In this episode, I talk about my journey into using generative AI and the possible uses of AI in the classroom, as well as look at the negative side of this new, exciting tool.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Growing research informed practice: The Late Late Show with Kathryn Taylor 1:00:42

8d ago1:00:42

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Kathryn is joined by Claire Harley, EdD student, history teacher and Assistant Principal: Curriculum. We discuss research-informed practice and teachers’ lived experiences of educational research in a range of contexts.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Neuroaffirming practices in the classroom: The Late Show with Hannah Wilson and Lucy Neuburger 1:32:51

8d ago1:32:51

1:32:51

On Tonight’s Late Show, Hannah (@ArtTeacherHWN)v& Lucy (@LuEliz1989) chat to @SocAnxPod23 about neuroaffirming practices in the classroom. Join them to learn more about supporting neurodivergent learners.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Back to School as a New Parent: The Sunday Late Show with Amanda Kinsley-Smith 1:31:05

8m ago1:31:05

1:31:05

Amanda and her guests, Janine Crawford-McMorran and Paula Cummings, discuss the joys and challenges of balancing being a new parent with being a teacher and school leader.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Critical Citizenship: The Sunday Lunchtime Show with Graham Stanley 1:32:11

21m ago1:32:11

1:32:11

Eugenia Carrión joins me from Argentina to talk about Critical Citizenship.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Bad HW, Class Sizes, Poor Behaviour: The Weekly Review 39:05

12m ago39:05

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On The Weekly Review, Lucy Neuburger, John Gibbs and Christopher Vowles discuss hot topics in the week's news with host, Paul Hazzard. This week's stories: Her daughter asked her to ban homework in California https://www.thetimes.com/world/us-world/article/why-california-is-poised-to-ban-excessive-homework-sz0569lv7 UK primary class sizes among big…

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Wise Feedback : The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester 1:29:01

15d ago1:29:01

1:29:01

Darren talks about the Wise feedback approach and how it can help us to build trust with students who have good reason to be disengaged from feedback.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Department Planning is Defending Your Discipline! The Friday Lunch Show with Morgan and Tod 1:32:07

13m ago1:32:07

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Department development is about having a vision and ambitious goals for implementation. Guest Emily Folorunsho discusses the curriculum as the key driver, all while creating authentic team buy-in and a culture of professional collaboration. Pre-mortems, use of data, clear systems, CPD and wellbeing that all a part of building a dynamic department.…

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The 3 Rs: Education Tonight 59:49

7d ago59:49

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Brent (@BrentPoland1) and Adam (@aspence81) dust down the abacus and run the numbers past special guest, Dr Tom Bennison, expert in Maths teaching. In part 2 they discuss a former children’s laureate' view that children should be allowed to learn online instead of going to school.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Leading Early Years: The Late Late Show with Sophie Smith-Tong 57:32

1d ago57:32

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Children’s Centre Head, Ciara Rush, dives into the unique experiences of leading in the Early Years. She explores how the focus on early childhood development at a children centre contrasts with the structures academic goals of some schools, and the varied needs of staff, families and communities served by each.…

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Do women experience inequality in education?: The Late Show with Hannah Wilson and Lucy Neuburger 1:36:23

2d ago1:36:23

1:36:23

Lucy and Hannah discuss whether women experience inequality in education. They share personal stories, facts, data and insights around this important topic.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Teaching Primary Writing: The Twilight Show with Adam Kohlbeck 1:19:14

3d ago1:19:14

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Teaching writing in primary can often feel like a mystifying art form mastered by few. In this episode, we get into the nuts and bolts of one school's approach to redesigning their writing curriculum and approach to the teaching of the subject. Olly Cakebread is in the midst of a mission to drive the improvement of writing in his school and he's ke…

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20+ years teaching and still going - how do you do it?: The Late Show with Tom Rogers 1:29:06

3d ago1:29:06

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Tom is joined by Sarah Hobson who this year enters her 21st year of teaching and leading in schools. In this show, Sarah shares what initially inspired her to become a teacher and reflects on how that motivation has evolved over the years. She discusses the changes she’s made to her teaching style over the past two decades, as well as the significa…

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Creativity Across the Curriculum: The Late Late Show with Rae and Lianne 1:05:46

3d ago1:05:46

1:05:46

Secondary teacher Rae and Primary teacher Lianne discuss the importance of creative subjects and developing creative skills across the curriculum throughout all key stages.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Let's talk about CLIL: The Monday Morning Break with Khanh Duc Kuttig 1:11:42

4d ago1:11:42

1:11:42

Patrick de Boer joins us in this episode as we explore the intricacies of CLIL in a conversation about bilingual education in the Netherlands and Germany, training of CLIL teachers, classroom strategies and assessment.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Decentering ELT: The Sunday Lunchtime Show with Graham Stanley 1:30:00

4d ago1:30:00

1:30:00

Decentering ELT (English Language Teaching), Action Research, and Artificial Intelligence and ELT were the main subjects me and my guest, Brazilian teacher Leonardo Lima spoke about on this show.By Teachers Talk Radio

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PAYG Schs, Violence to Boys, Phone Ban: The Weekly Review 35:02

5d ago35:02

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On The Weekly Review, Lucy Neuburger, John Gibbs and Shaniqua Edwards-Hayde discuss hot topics in the week's news with host, Paul Hazzard. This week's stories: Pay-as-you-go schooling: parents under pressure to fund essentials https://www.theguardian.com/money/article/2024/sep/02/pay-as-you-go-schooling-parents-under-pressure-to-fund-essentials 'It…

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Domain Specific Knowledge : The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester 1:28:04

6d ago1:28:04

1:28:04

Darren talks about when subject knowledge is important in our pupils and why it is just as transferable as the 'soft skills' are.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Teacher wellbeing tips: The Late Show with Hannah Wilson and Lucy Neuburger 1:36:31

6d ago1:36:31

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Hannah and Lucy share a range of wellbeing tips for teachers.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Rethinking Assessment: The Late Show with James Radburn 1:27:52

17d ago1:27:52

1:27:52

In this episode of Rethinking Assessment: The Late Show with James Radburn, we tackle whether traditional assessments still hold up in a world increasingly shaped by technology and AI. Our guest, Scott Hayden, Head of Teaching, Learning, and Digital at Basingstoke College of Technology, shares his expertise in transforming educational practices thr…

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Making an Exam Results Appeal: What really happens? The Friday Morning break with John Gibbs 1:10:56

7d ago1:10:56

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This week my guest Dennis Sherwood describes the exams appeals process. Dennis is a writer, systems analyst and government adviser who campaigns for a better understanding of exam results. This is an illuminating discussion and essential listening for all teachers and parents.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Inclusion in Leadership: The Late Late Show with Chris Wilkinson 58:18

20d ago58:18

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Chris talks with Afsan Redwan about overcoming the challenges of partial sightedness in educational leadership.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Start the Year Well: The Late Show with Claire Bills 1:09:37

8d ago1:09:37

1:09:37

I am joined by @TheNormalHead who has just started his second headship and @kateowbridge who has been a head for 20+ years as we reflect on how primary heads start the year well and the challenges this unique job offers!By Teachers Talk Radio

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Going Back to School for Educators and Students: The Wednesday Late, Late Show With Toby Doncaster 1:02:55

8d ago1:02:55

1:02:55

On tonight’s Late Late Show with Piers Gledhill and Sharon Lambert, we dive deep into the challenges and opportunities of re-engaging with education after the summer break. Our discussion will focus on creating a welcoming and supportive environment for learners in Further Education (FE), especially those who may have had a negative schooling exper…

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A Question of Sports in Education: The Wednesday Twilight Show with Michelle Hinds 1:26:55

15d ago1:26:55

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Michelle is joined by Rak Patel, Director of Sports and Stephen Batchelor, former Olympian, to discuss the hurdles schools face developing sports in education. Together they have a frank discussion about sports provision in UK schools.By Teachers Talk Radio

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OFSTED grades are out!: The Late Show with Tom Rogers 1:03:52

9d ago1:03:52

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Tom is joined by Dr Mary Bousted, former General Secretary of the NEU, Flora Cooper, executive headteacher and Maths teacher James Neophytou. They discuss a dramatic few days in the History of OFSTED with the immediate cessation of one word OFSTED grades.By Teachers Talk Radio

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OFSTED news, Education fads: The Late Show with Lucy Neuburger and Hannah Wilson 1:39:47

9d ago1:39:47

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Join Hannah and Lucy as they discuss the recent Ofsted news and all things fads. Also on YouTube - https://youtube.com/watch?v=M3M7lgE8QfkBy Teachers Talk Radio

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Expectation and reality: an ECT's view: The Late Late Show with Kathryn Taylor 1:09:20

9d ago1:09:20

1:09:20

Andrew Alcock began his teaching career several years ago but, for various reasons did not complete his NQT year. Now he is back in the classroom, completing the ECF. Tonight, we discuss Andrew’s unique perspective on teaching and professional development.By Teachers Talk Radio

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How does great middle leadership bring joy to schools?: The late show with Beejesh Deva 1:28:26

11d ago1:28:26

1:28:26

Beejesh talks to Adam Robbins about how Middle leaders can make decisions, set culture and provide CPD which brings joy to their teams and students.By Teachers Talk Radio

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Collaborative projects with learners: The Sunday Lunchtime Show with Graham Stanley 1:28:50

12d ago1:28:50

1:28:50

English teacher Belen Albarracin joined me to talk about the exciting collaborative projects she does with her learners, including TED-ED Talks and interactive choose-your-own-adventure stories.By Teachers Talk Radio

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