Best Teacher Tech Studio Podcasts (2024)

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Shaping D&T: Your Voice in the Curriculum Review 19:15

1h ago19:15

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Send me a message. In this episode of Talking D&T, I dive into the recently announced curriculum review for England and what it means for design and technology education. As someone who's been part of discussions shaping D&T's future, I share my thoughts on how teachers can get involved and influence government policy. I explore the review's terms …

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Classroom Management Tips for Upper Elementary Teachers: A Chat with Jennifer Raymond from The Old Barn Teaching Co. 33:30

3h ago33:30

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Welcome to episode 70 of the Upper Elementary Simplified podcast. In this episode, host Danna Rodebush chats with Jennifer Raymond all about classroom management and building relationships in the upper elementary math classroom. Connect with Danna: Teacher Tech Studio Website Upper Elementary Simplified Website Join the FREE Facebook Group for Uppe…

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[E:80] Sienci Labs Co-Founder Andy Lee 1:05:46

2h ago1:05:46

1:05:46

Andy Lee of Sienci Labs joins us to discuss his growing CNC business!ToC0:00: Intro: Jeremy is bad with names1:00: What is a CNC machine (subtractive process)1:54: Andy regrets the Sienci name?3:15: How big is Sienci Labs, are they pet friendly?5:20: Does Any work for a guinea pig?6:52: Sienci Labs was a fake company at University of Waterloo? Also…

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Differentiation in the Upper Elementary Math Classroom: A Chat with Amanda Stitt 35:32

2h ago35:32

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Welcome to episode 69 of the Upper Elementary Simplified podcast. In this episode, host Danna Rodebush chats with Amanda Stitt all about differentiation in the upper elementary math classroom. Connect with Danna: Teacher Tech Studio Website Upper Elementary Simplified Website Join the FREE Facebook Group for Upper Elementary Teachers…

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Building Systems in Your Classroom: A Chat With Helena Hains of The Present Teacher 24:43

7d ago24:43

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Welcome to episode 68 of the Upper Elementary Simplified podcast. In this episode, host Danna Rodebush chats with Helena Hains all about how teachers can implement The Thriving Teacher Framework to build systems in their classroom. Connect with Danna: Teacher Tech Studio Website Upper Elementary Simplified Website Join the FREE Facebook Group for U…

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Design Education Reimagined: A Conversation with David Houston from the V&A 1:04:16

4d ago1:04:16

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Send me a message. In this episode of Talking D&T, I chat with David Houston, team leader for schools and colleges at the V&A South Kensington. David shares his passion for design education and the pivotal role museums play in inspiring young minds. We delve into the V&A's innovative programmes, including DesignLab Nation and V&A Innovate, which br…

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🔒 Rethinking Craft in D&T: Beyond Skills to Capability 13:52

6d ago13:52

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Subscriber-only episode Send me a message. In this episode of Talking D&T, I explore the nuanced role of craft in design and technology education. I reflect on a recent conversation with Nicky Dewer, which prompted me to examine the complexities surrounding hands-on learning in our subject. I argue against the notion of teaching high-level craft sk…

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Preventing Teacher Burnout: A Chat With Brittany Blackwell of Teaching Mind Body & Soul 23:32

4d ago23:32

23:32

Welcome to episode 67 of the Upper Elementary Simplified podcast. In this episode, host Danna Rodebush chats with Brittany Blackwell all about teacher burnout prevention. Connect with Danna: Teacher Tech Studio Website Upper Elementary Simplified Website Join the FREE Facebook Group for Upper Elementary Teachers…

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Why Teachers Should Shape the D&T Curriculum: A Conversation with Amanda Mason and Ciaran Ellis 33:28

7d ago33:28

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Send me a message. In this episode of Talking D&T, I sit down with Amanda Mason and Ciaran Ellis to discuss their involvement in the Redesigning D&T project. We explore their motivations for joining the initiative and the valuable insights they've gained along the way. Amanda, a secondary school teacher in the Northeast of England, shares how the p…

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From School to Studio: Exploring Product Design Education with Jim Dale 31:13

13d ago31:13

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Send me a message. In this episode of Talking D&T, I sat down with Jim Dale, Head of Product Design at Nottingham Trent University, to explore the evolving landscape of design education. Jim shared fascinating insights into how university courses are adapting to prepare students for the diverse world of modern product design. We delved into the tra…

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[E:79-2] Mike Senese: TV host, Wired, Make, Edge Impulse 45:10

11d ago45:10

45:10

Mike Senese, who you may know from Make:, Wired, the Pumkin Chunkin TV show, and a range of other endeavors, joins us for the second half of our hard-hitting interview.ToC0:00: back into the publishing world - Wired, Ready Made, Make5:00: Maker Faire was a great way to meet people and projects6:30: What kind of project that is hard to turn into a p…

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Curriculum Mapping Tips: A Chat With April Pickett from Teach Travel Read 21:04

11d ago21:04

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Welcome to episode 66 of the Upper Elementary Simplified podcast. In this episode, host Danna Rodebush chats with April Pickett all about curriculum mapping and lesson planning for upper elementary teachers. Connect with Danna: Teacher Tech Studio Website Upper Elementary Simplified Website Join the FREE Facebook Group for Upper Elementary Teachers…

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[E:79-1] Mike Senese: TV host, Wired, Make 27:38

16d ago27:38

27:38

Mike Senese, who you may know from Make:, Wired, the Pumkin Chunkin TV show, and a range of other endeavors, joins us. He may actually be the world's most interesting man.ToC0:00: Intro - Is Mike Senese The World's Most Interesting Man?3:30: How do you just end up on a TV show?8:00: Can Mike ever shave his Mustache?10:15: Pumpin Chunkin11:20: Writi…

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Productive Struggle in the Upper Elementary Math Classroom: A Chat with Mona Iehl from Mona Math 29:50

18d ago29:50

29:50

Welcome to episode 65 of the Upper Elementary Simplified podcast. In this episode, host Danna Rodebush chats with Mona Iehl all about productive struggle in the upper elementary math classroom. Connect with Danna: Teacher Tech Studio Website Upper Elementary Simplified Website Join the FREE Facebook Group for Upper Elementary Teachers…

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Tips for Student Engagement & Creative Teaching: A Chat With Kristen Higdon of All That Teacher Sparkle PART TWO 18:14

25d ago18:14

18:14

Welcome to episode 64 of the Upper Elementary Simplified podcast. In this episode, host Danna Rodebush chats with Kristen Higdon all about student engagement & creative teaching in the upper elementary classroom. This is part two of a two part interview. Connect with Danna: Teacher Tech Studio Website Upper Elementary Simplified Website Join the FR…

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Empowering D&T Teachers: Challenges, Solutions, and Opportunities with Ryan Ball 40:35

29d ago40:35

40:35

Send me a message. In this episode of Talking D&T, I had the pleasure of interviewing Ryan Ball from the D&T Association. Our conversation centred around the current state of the design and technology teaching workforce in England. Ryan shared his insights from visiting numerous schools across the country, highlighting the enthusiasm of primary sch…

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Tips for Student Engagement & Creative Teaching: A Chat With Kristen Higdon of All That Teacher Sparkle PART ONE 28:08

1M ago28:08

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Welcome to episode 63 of the Upper Elementary Simplified podcast. In this episode, host Danna Rodebush chats with Kristen Higdon all about student engagement & creative teaching in the upper elementary classroom. This is part one of a two part interview. Connect with Danna: Teacher Tech Studio Website Upper Elementary Simplified Website Join the FR…

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How to Recharge Your Teacher Battery This Summer 7:40

1M ago7:40

7:40

Welcome to episode 62 of the Upper Elementary Simplified podcast. Happy summer! Isn’t it crazy how when you are in the middle of the school year it seems like summer is soooo far away but then again it seems like summer comes around very quickly…more so every single year. In this episode we begin the podcast summer series. Connect with Danna: Teach…

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Balancing Theory and Practice: Exploring the Differences Between D&T and 3D Design at GCSE Level with Holly and Harkit 50:32

1M ago50:32

50:32

Send me a message. In this episode of Talking D&T, I spoke with Holly Maxwell, a curriculum advisor for the Leigh Academy Trust, and Harkit Janagel, head of design and food at Strood Academy, about the differences between GCSE Design & Technology and GCSE 3D Design. We delved into the challenges teachers face when choosing between these qualificati…

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[E:78-2] Pat Regan's Exit Interview & Studio Preparation Tips 30:34

2M ago30:34

30:34

Pat Regan is leaving the podcast. Paul and Jeremy give a hard-hitting exit interview to determine just what Pat would say he does here. Pat's a people person, but does not have a fax machine as far as we know.ToC0:00: Intro2:25: How long has Pat been here? Jeremy look that up!3:44: What changes has Pat made? Video? Improved video!7:07: Has Pat been…

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Happy Birthday Upper Elementary Simplified! 32:03

2M ago32:03

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Do you remember your first birthday? Of course you don't! But, this week is a special week for the Upper Elementary Simplified Podcast because this Thursday, May 30th the podcast is celebrating it's very first birthday! On this episode, we take a stroll down memory lane of some of the favorite episodes over the past year. Connect with Danna: Teache…

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Bridging the Gap: Insights on D&T Education from School to University 35:33

2M ago35:33

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Send me a message. In this episode of Talking D&T, I interview Milly Kearns, a final year Product Design student at Nottingham Trent University. Milly shares her experiences studying Design and Technology (D&T) in school and how that led her to pursue product design at university. We discuss the differences and similarities between D&T at school ve…

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[E:78-1] Paul - Former Math Teacher, Electronics Aficionado & Pat's Big Announcement 28:40

2M ago28:40

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Paul from Four Bit Industries joins us to discuss his journey from math teacher to programming and electronics. Pat has a special announcementToC0:00: Intro1:01: Paul did NOT attend Tampa Prep (but he's connected)2:22: Pat is taking an indefinite siesta from the show3:30: If you REALLY know mathematics, engineering isn't too hard5:51: Is all engine…

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How Teachers Can Prep Over Summer: A Chat With Helena Hains of The Present Teacher 33:07

2M ago33:07

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Welcome to episode 60 of the Upper Elementary Simplified podcast. In this episode, host Danna Rodebush chats with Helena Hains all about how teachers can start to prep over summer to help make back to school a smooth and low stress time. Connect with Danna: Teacher Tech Studio Website Upper Elementary Simplified Website Join the FREE Facebook Group…

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Primary Perspectives: Shaping the Future of D&T Education 42:33

2M ago42:33

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Send me a message. In this episode of the Talking D&T podcast, I interviewed Janine Pavlis, a lecturer at St Mary's University in Twickenham, London, who specialises in primary design and technology education. We discussed the current state of D&T in primary schools, including the statutory requirements, the typical structure of lessons, and the im…

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How to Teach Writing With a Focus on Revising & Editing: A Chat With Marianna Monheim of Creatively Comprehensive 31:55

2M ago31:55

31:55

Welcome to episode 59 of the Upper Elementary Simplified podcast. In this episode, host Danna Rodebush chats with Marianna Monheim all about teaching revising and editing explicitly. Were you the kid who loved to write, and was a self-proclaimed author by the age of 10? Or were you the kid who struggled to put pen to paper and organize your thought…

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Bridging the Gap: Connecting Craft, Design, and Technology in Schools 27:16

2M ago27:16

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Send me a message. In this episode of the Talking D&T podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Nicky Dewar, the Director of Learning and Skills at the Crafts Council. We discussed the importance of craft in design and technology education and the challenges faced by schools in incorporating hands-on making experiences for students. Nicky shared …

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🔒 The Art of Balancing Engagement and Learning in Design and Technology Lessons 11:39

2M ago11:39

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Subscriber-only episode Send me a message. In this episode of Talking D&T, I reflect on the conversation published earlier this week with Tony Ryan about the various industry contexts developed by the Design and Technology Association for Key Stage 3 pupils in England. I explore the complexities that teachers face when designing a unit of work, par…

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You Are Appreciated, Teacher 14:20

3M ago14:20

14:20

Welcome to episode 58 of the Upper Elementary Simplified podcast. In this episode, host Danna Rodebush celebrated teachers in honor of Teacher Appreciation Week. Connect with Danna: Teacher Tech Studio Website Upper Elementary Simplified Website Join the FREE Facebook Group for Upper Elementary Teachers…

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Reimagining Design and Technology Education: The D&T Association's Innovative Approach 43:25

2M ago43:25

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Send me a message. Early this year I had the pleasure of interviewing Tony Ryan, the Chief Executive of the Design and Technology Association. In this episode, Tony shared exciting updates about the association's initiatives to support and advance design and technology education in the UK. We discussed the "Reimagined" program, which focuses on dev…

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🔒 Nurturing Collaboration and Support Networks in D&T Education 11:40

3M ago11:40

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Subscriber-only episode Send me a message. In this episode of Talking D&T, I wanted to delve into the topic of collaboration, support, and networks for design and technology teachers. Drawing inspiration from the successful model of the Food Teachers Centre, I discussed the importance of creating spaces where teachers can collaborate and share idea…

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15 Tips for Packing Up Your Classroom for the Summer 11:25

3M ago11:25

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Welcome to episode 57 of the Upper Elementary Simplified podcast. In this episode, host Danna Rodebush shares 15 tips for packing up your classroom for the summer. Connect with Danna: Teacher Tech Studio Website Upper Elementary Simplified Website Join the FREE Facebook Group for Upper Elementary Teachers…

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Addressing the Challenges and Opportunities in D&T Education: Insights from Dave Parry 37:57

3M ago37:57

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Send me a message. In this episode of Talking D&T, I sit down with Dave Parry, Design and Technology Advisor at CLEAPSS, to discuss the current state of D&T education in England and explore potential ways to shape its future. Dave shares his insights from visiting numerous schools and highlights some of the main challenges the subject faces, includ…

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E134: Can AI Create Your Lesson Assignments for You? - A Chat with Muzie Founder Sam Reti 38:52

3M ago38:52

38:52

Carly chats with Sam Reti, co-founder of Muzie.Live, about how his cutting-edge platform innovates music education and empowers teachers and students into the future of music learning, where artificial intelligence is not a threat to creativity but a tool that amplifies it. In this episode, we discuss: ● The creation of Muzie.Live and its evolution…

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🔒 Rethinking D&T: Practical Strategies for Fostering Ethical and Sustainable Design 9:04

3M ago9:04

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Subscriber-only episode Send me a message. In this episode of Talking D&T, I reflect on my thought-provoking conversation with David Spendlove from Tuesday's episode. David's radical ideas about design and technology education, particularly his challenge to move away from unsustainable consumerism and embed critical thinking about values and politi…

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9 End of Year Ideas for Upper Elementary Teachers 16:36

3M ago16:36

16:36

Here we are at the end of April, testing is over & the weather is getting warmer, which means students are getting excited about summer. Today host Danna Rodebush expands on last week's topic of discussion on end of year activity ideas. In this episode you will hear from 9 different experienced teachers about their favorite end of year activity ide…

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Rethinking Design and Technology Education for a Sustainable Future: A Conversation with Professor David Spendlove 45:05

3M ago45:05

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Send me a message. In this episode, I interview David Spendlove, a professor at the University of Manchester, about his radical thinking on design and technology education. Spendlove reintroduces his concept of "Design and Technology 2.0," which aims to create a new conceptual space for rethinking the subject without the baggage of its current form…

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E133: 10 SEO Power Moves You Need to Grow Your Studio 31:33

3M ago31:33

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Unlock the secret to boosting your music teaching business with our latest episode, where Carly lays out 10 SEO strategies that promise to elevate your online presence. You're about to discover how to make yourself the go-to music teacher in the digital realm, attracting students with ease and growing your income. We tackle everything from mobile o…

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🔒 Making Sense of the Design & Technology Curriculum Aims 13:28

3M ago13:28

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Subscriber-only episode Send me a message. In this episode of Talking D&T, I dive into the aims of the Design and Technology National Curriculum in England. I discuss the four main aims as they are currently written, analyzing what each one entails and how they contribute to the overall purpose of the subject. I explore the first aim, which focuses…

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[E:77-2] How Changing Science Knowledge Changed Science Fiction - Author Brian Greiner Explains 42:10

3M ago42:10

42:10

A century of scientific advancement, such as the–1962 Venus flyby–changed science fiction forever. Were sci-fi aficionados devastated when colonization of Venus, Mercury... even Mars, became less realistic, even impossible? Sci-Fi author, engineer, and person who was around for such discoveries Brian Greiner explains more in part 2 of this podcast!…

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After Testing Activities: A Chat with Christine DeArmitt from Reading Teacher Buzz 23:04

3M ago23:04

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Welcome to episode 55 of the Upper Elementary Simplified podcast. In this episode, host Danna Rodebush chats with Christine DeArmitt, who discusses bringing fun back into the classroom and gives many great activity ideas to use in the upper elementary classroom. Connect with Danna: Teacher Tech Studio Website Upper Elementary Simplified Website Joi…

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Decoding England’s D&T Curriculum 22:05

3M ago22:05

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Send me a message. This week’s episode is part of the Shaping D&T series, running from April to August 2024, where i interview a variety of people and discuss the current state and future of design and technology (D&T) education. This week it’s just me exploring the current national curriculum for D&T in England, which has undergone several iterati…

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🔒 Shaping the Future of D&T Education: Lessons from the Past 11:33

4M ago11:33

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Subscriber-only episode Send me a message. In this episode of Talking D&T, I delve into the historical context and the reasons behind my decision to start the "Shaping Design and Technology Education" series. I reflect on the conversations and committees formed to discuss the state and future of D&T education in England, drawing parallels to the de…

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How You Can Turn Boring Math Into Engaging Math 10:46

3M ago10:46

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Are you in a battle with your math curriculum? I’ve been there…you may be looking at the piles of math books that your district provided to you or you were told were the best of the best…and you’re thinking to yourself something along the lines of: How am I ever going to get my students to enjoy math? Or how can I possibly plan engaging whole group…

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Shaping the Future of Design and Technology Education in England 7:29

4M ago7:29

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Send me a message. In this introductory episode of the second series of my Talking D&T podcast for 2024, I discuss the focus of the upcoming series on shaping design and technology education in England. The series, running from April to August 2024, will feature international speakers sharing their perspectives on the subject in their respective co…

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[E:77-1] Science Fiction Changes With New Knowledge - Author Brian Greiner Explains 29:39

3M ago29:39

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A century of scientific advancement, such as the–1962 Venus flyby–changed science fiction forever. Were sci-fi aficionados devastated when colonization of Venus, Mercury... even Mars, became less realistic, even impossible? Sci-Fi author, engineer, and person who was around for such discoveries Brian Greiner explains!ToC0:00: Did the 1962 Venus fly…

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How to Prepare for State Testing: A Chat With Annamarie Krejci From Krejci Creations 26:09

4M ago26:09

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Welcome to episode 53 of the Upper Elementary Simplified podcast. In this episode, host Danna Rodebush chats with Annamarie Krejci all about math test prep in the upper elementary classroom. Connect with Danna: Teacher Tech Studio Website Upper Elementary Simplified Website Join the FREE Facebook Group for Upper Elementary Teachers…

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🔒 Unraveling the Complexities of Motivation in Design and Technology 10:23

4M ago10:23

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Subscriber-only episode Send me a message. In this follow-up episode to my conversation with Phil Jones about Remke's paper on intrinsic motivation, I delve deeper into the concepts of motivation and expectancy, drawing from my doctoral research and my chapter in the "Learning to Teach Design and Technology" book. I explore the distinction between …

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