Series 2. Episode 13. Dynamic Discourse for Deep Learning with Dr. Sophie Specjal

Powerful Learning Podcast

How much classroom discussion involves the teacher talking compared to their students? For most teachers, the reality is sobering: the typical teacher spends far more time talking and asking questions than their students and this is often detrimental to learning and engagement. Sadly, research even suggests that some students can go through an entire school day without sharing a single conversation with another human being, including their teacher.

This highlights the importance of today's topic: dynamic discourse in the classroom. It's extremely important because communication makes up an enormous chunk of what happens inside classrooms and can therefore have a HUGE influence on how students engage in the learning process.

If you've ever wondered how to take charge of your language in the classroom to help improve learning, then today's episode of the powerful learning podcast is for you.
I’ll be in discussion with educational consultant, researcher, teacher, and all round amazing human Dr. Sophie Specjal. Sophie has extensive experience working across all sectors of education, from early childhood through to tertiary and adult education. She’s spent the last 10 years leading professional teaching and learning communities to help them understand how they can communicate more effectively in their learning contexts.
Sophie has been a good friend of mine for years now, and every time I share a conversation with her, I feel inspired and buoyant about the future of education. I hope her passion and vision for change is equally uplifting for you and that her research challenges you to become a catalyst for effective and dynamic discourse in your teaching and learning environment.

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