Episodes

  • EduResearching Episode 14 - David Goodwin - Checking for Understanding
    Feb 7 2025

    This is the EduResearching Podcast, hosted on behalf of the Bristol Network of the Chartered College of Teaching, by Dr Steve Murray (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@EduResearching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on X) at Orchard School Bristol.


    This episode features special guest David Goodwin, a Trust-wide Teaching and Learning Lead at Harbour Learning Trust, in the north-east of England. He is also an occasional writer and illustrator of educational ideas and is particularly known for his one-page visual summaries of key teaching and learning concepts. David's recent publications, in which he has been a co-author include: Organise Ideas: Thinking By Hand, Extending the Mind (with Oliver Caviglioli); The Extended Mind in Action (with Emma Turner and Oliver Caviglioli) and Year One: Lighting the Path on your First Year in Teaching (with Michael Chiles).


    In this talk, David delves into the research behind Checking for Understanding and highlights why it's essential to gauge the understanding of every student, not just a select few. He’ll explore practical, proven techniques — like hinge questions and mini whiteboards — that help identify misconceptions early on, ensuring they are addressed before they become obstacles to learning.


    Find out how these methods can make learning more visible, responsive, and impactful for all students.


    Want to know more? Check out David's books here.

    BONUS CONTENT! Find out about some nonsense space-related frivolities!


    Want to jump straight to David's talk? Skip forward to 7:30 mins in.


    Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@EduResearching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on X for details of similar upcoming talks!


    Background audio courtesy of: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fesliyanstudios.com⁠⁠

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • EduResearching Episode 13 - Matt Pinkett - Combatting Misogyny in Schools
    Nov 13 2024

    This is the EduResearching Podcast, hosted on behalf of the Bristol Network of the Chartered College of Teaching, by Dr Steve Murray (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@EduResearching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on X) at Orchard School Bristol.


    This episode features special guest Matt Pinkett, who has been teaching English for over a decade. As well as this, he has written two best-selling books on adolescent masculinity (‘Boys Don’t Try?’ and ‘Boys Do Cry’) and spends lots of his time talking to students, staff and parents about topics ranging from boys’ mental health to misogyny to combatting sexual harassment. In his free time he likes to beat his daughter at monopoly.


    In this talk, Matt examines the problem of toxic masculinity in schools and provides advice to teachers as to how they can combat misogyny and sexual harassment in schools.


    Want to know more? Check out ⁠⁠⁠Matt's⁠ blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and his books: ⁠Boys Don’t Try?⁠ and ⁠Boys Do Cry⁠.

    Enquire about Matt visiting your school to work with your students, staff and parents ⁠here⁠.


    BONUS CONTENT! Find out about some nonsense World Toilet Day-related frivolities!


    Want to jump straight to Matt's talk? Skip forward to 7 mins in.


    Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@EduResearching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on X for details of similar upcoming talks!


    Background audio courtesy of: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fesliyanstudios.com⁠⁠

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • EduResearching Episode 12 - Dr Jo Castelino - The Homework Condundrum
    Oct 17 2024

    This is the EduResearching Podcast, hosted on behalf of the Bristol Network of the Chartered College of Teaching, by Dr Steve Murray (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@EduResearching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on X) at Orchard School Bristol.


    This episode features special guest Dr Jo Castelino, Science Team Leader at a school in Wakefield. Jo has been writing and speaking about how she applies cognitive science research to her classroom practice and has been thinking deeply about homework in recent years.


    Homework has the power to build student confidence and increase attainment. But this is only possible with careful and deliberate planning. In this session, Jo shares research-backed strategies to make homework effective but also sustainable for teachers and students.


    Want to know more? Check out ⁠Jo's blog⁠⁠⁠⁠ and her book: The Homework Conundrum.


    BONUS CONTENT! Find out about some nonsense back-to-school frivolities!


    Want to jump straight to Jo's talk? Skip forward to 6 mins in.


    Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@EduResearching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on X for details of similar upcoming talks!


    Background audio courtesy of: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fesliyanstudios.com⁠

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • EduResearching Episode 11 - John Tomsett - Seven Starting Points for Curriculum Conversations
    Jun 27 2024

    This is the EduResearching Podcast, hosted on behalf of the Bristol Network of the Chartered College of Teaching, by Dr Steve Murray (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@EduResearching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on X) at Orchard School Bristol.


    This episode features special guest John Tomsett, a nationally renowned former teacher, headteacher, and now consultant and author of ten books, including the Huh series with Mary Myatt.

    In this talk, John delves into the realm of curriculum development, shedding light on the potential of invaluable synergy between school leaders and subject matter experts. Attendees will gain deep insights gleaned from experienced subject leaders, along with a wealth of effective strategies for empowering school improvement through curriculum enhancement.

    Want to know more? Check out John's books⁠ and his blog: This Much I Know.


    BONUS CONTENT! Find out about some nonsense football-related frivolities!


    Want to jump straight to John's talk? Skip forward to 12 mins in.


    Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@EduResearching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on X for details of similar upcoming talks!


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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • EduResearching Episode 10 - Angela Browne - Practical Solutions to Addressing Improvements to Student Belonging in Schools
    Apr 25 2024

    This is the EduResearching Podcast, hosted on behalf of the Bristol Network of the Chartered College of Teaching, by Dr Steve Murray (⁠⁠⁠⁠@EduResearching⁠⁠⁠⁠ on X) at Orchard School Bristol.


    This episode features special guest Angie Browne, a seasoned equity strategist and former headteacher, who presents this interactive workshop designed for educators, pastoral staff, and school leaders. This session focused on enhancing DEI IQ, providing insights into theories, concepts, and vocabulary essential for fostering inclusive conversations about identity. Practical strategies for creating a school environment where every student feels they belong were outlined, in order to gain some valuable tools for promoting inclusivity and engagement within your school.

    Want to know more? Check out the Being Luminary website: www.beingluminary.co.uk.


    BONUS CONTENT! Find out about some nonsense animal-related frivolities!


    Want to jump straight to Angie's talk? Skip forward to 14 mins in.


    Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠@EduResearching⁠⁠⁠⁠ on X for details of similar upcoming talks!


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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • EduResearching Episode 9 - Jean Gross CBE - Evidence-based approaches to Improving Outcomes for Disadvantaged Learners
    Mar 7 2024

    This is the EduResearching Podcast, hosted on behalf of the Bristol Network of the Chartered College of Teaching, by Dr Steve Murray (⁠⁠⁠@EduResearching⁠⁠⁠ on X) at Orchard School Bristol.


    This episode features special guest ⁠⁠Jean Gross, who draws on her vast experience of working with under-resourced communities to set out how early intervention and low-cost, evidence-based, practical strategies can be used by teachers to transform outcomes for their disadvantaged learners – essential for anyone working in education who is seeking equity for all their students.

    Want to know more? Check out Jean's book, ⁠⁠Reaching the Unseen Children: Practical Strategies for Closing Stubborn Attainment Gaps in Disadvantaged Groups.


    BONUS CONTENT! Find out about some nonsense food-related frivolities!


    Want to jump straight to Jamie's talk? Skip forward to 8 mins 50 secs in.


    Follow ⁠⁠⁠@EduResearching⁠⁠⁠ on X for details of similar upcoming talks!


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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • EduResearching Episode 8 - Jamie Thom - Effective Behaviour Management in the Classroom
    Feb 1 2024

    This is the EduResearching Podcast, hosted on behalf of the Bristol Network of the Chartered College of Teaching, by Dr Steve Murray (⁠⁠@EduResearching⁠⁠ on X) at Orchard School Bristol.


    This episode features special guest ⁠⁠Jamie Thom of Napier University (Edinburgh), who discusses how to secure positive behaviour and address common behavioural scenarios in the classroom.

    Want to know more? Check out Jamie's latest book, ⁠Talking to Teenagers: A guide to Skilful Classroom Communication.


    BONUS CONTENT! Hear some pun-ishing behavioural frivolities!


    Want to jump straight to Jamie's talk? Skip forward to 9 mins 40 secs in.


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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • EduResearching Episode 7 - Dr Abby Russell - Attendance and Neurodivergent Students
    Nov 30 2023

    This is the EduResearching Podcast, hosted on behalf of the Bristol Network of the Chartered College of Teaching, by Dr Steve Murray (@EduResearching on X) at Orchard School Bristol.


    This episode features special guest ⁠Dr Abby Russell, who presents the latest thinking on the practical solutions to overcoming attendance barriers for neurodivergent students.

    Want to know more? Check out Abby's chapter in Mental Health and Attendance at School.


    BONUS CONTENT! Hear about some sporting-related frolics!


    Want to jump straight to Abby's talk? Skip forward to 9 mins 30 secs in.


    Follow ⁠@EduResearching⁠ on Twitter for details of similar upcoming talks!


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    1 hr and 5 mins