Many of us have a love-hate relationship with remote teaching through Zoom (or Meets), after enduring and powering through 2020! In this episode, we chat about some of the ways Zoom can, and will fail us. Do you love For the Love of Teaching ? Don’t forget to subscribe on your fave podcast app to get all the latest updates and newest episodes! For the Love of Teaching is a podcast by Teach Starter . We save teachers hours each week by providing quality, downloadable teaching resources for their ...
Sep 24, 2020•8 min•Season 2Ep. 230
Are you a classroom pets person? Perhaps you're more passionate about plants? In this episode we chat all about living things in the classroom. Do you love For the Love of Teaching ? Don’t forget to subscribe on your fave podcast app to get all the latest updates and newest episodes! For the Love of Teaching is a podcast by Teach Starter . We save teachers hours each week by providing quality, downloadable teaching resources for their classrooms. To make your classroom buzz, visit Teach Starter ...
Sep 20, 2020•11 min•Season 2Ep. 229
Ash Curmi is a classroom and PE teacher from Queensland's Gold Coast. In this episode, Ash takes us through some of the strategies and techniques he's successfully employed to get into a behaviour management flow with his students. Topics covered: Relationship-building with students Boundary setting Pre-correction and how it works Teaching in a rural setting Behaviour management in different learning environments Do you love For the Love of Teaching ? Don’t forget to subscribe on your fave podca...
Sep 19, 2020•26 min•Season 2Ep. 228
We've just finished another round of parent-teacher interviews! Let's give ourselves a gold star, kick back with a cuppa, and listen to Mr D share one of his more memorable interviews. Do you love For the Love of Teaching ? Don’t forget to subscribe on your fave podcast app to get all the latest updates and newest episodes! For the Love of Teaching is a podcast by Teach Starter . We save teachers hours each week by providing quality, downloadable teaching resources for their classrooms. To make ...
Sep 17, 2020•5 min•Season 2Ep. 227
This sustainability chat is one of our most loved (and listened to) Buzz episodes ever! Join Jill and Bron as they chat about ways to reduce our impact on the earth, and preserve our precious natural resources. Join us in our new For the Love of Teaching Facebook group, where we chat about the podcast, feature live vids of guests, and talk teaching! Have you subscribed to For the Love of Teaching? Don't forget! It means you'll be the first to know whenever a new episode is released. For the Love...
Sep 13, 2020•18 min•Season 2Ep. 226
... and why it's totally okay if you're not. In this recording, Bron will chatted with special guest Sarah from @teacherishappy about how to be happy in a pandemic (and why it’s okay that you’re not). Sarah is known for her positive outlook and bubbly attitude toward everything she does in life. From her Youtube channel to her Instagram stories, Sarah is beaming her positive vibes out into the teaching community. However, Sarah is also realistic about her challenges, and transparent when sharing...
Sep 12, 2020•30 min•Season 2Ep. 225
Mr D is a bit of a global sensation on Tik Tok, but in the last week he found himself banned from the platform for 'inappropriate' content on his live. But was it really, though? We've both seen a lot worse. How about you? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 10, 2020•3 min•Season 2Ep. 224
One of the biggest struggles teachers face is managing their time effectively and striking a healthy balance in their lives. We all know the sense of overwhelm we feel when the to-do list grows and regenerates faster than we can keep up. Time chunking may be a solution to help reduce the stress caused by a large number of tasks requiring attention. Join us in our new For the Love of Teaching Facebook group, where we chat about the podcast, feature live vids of guests, and talk teaching! Need a l...
Sep 06, 2020•11 min•Season 2Ep. 223
This week Sarah Weston, teacher and assistant principal, joins Bron to talk about how we can use RUOK Day (10 September) to show kindness to our colleagues, our students and ourselves. Join us in our new For the Love of Teaching Facebook group, where we chat about the podcast, feature live vids of guests, and talk teaching! Have you subscribed to For the Love of Teaching? Don't forget! It means you'll be the first to know whenever a new episode is released. For the Love of Teaching is a podcast ...
Sep 05, 2020•13 min•Season 2Ep. 222
Mr D tells the tale of a young student who turned up to school with a glam mani. Join us in our new For the Love of Teaching Facebook group, where we chat about the podcast, feature live vids of guests, and talk teaching! Have you subscribed to For the Love of Teaching? Don't forget! It means you'll be the first to know whenever a new episode is released. For the Love of Teaching is a podcast by Teach Starter. We make quality, downloadable teaching resources that save teachers hours of time and ...
Sep 03, 2020•5 min•Season 2Ep. 221
To colour code or not? In this episode, we chat about the benefits of colour coding and lots of ways you may already be doing it. Do you like colour coding in the classroom? Join us in our new For the Love of Teaching Facebook group, where we chat about the podcast, feature live vids of guests, and talk teaching! Have you subscribed to For the Love of Teaching? Don't forget! It means you'll be the first to know whenever a new episode is released. For the Love of Teaching is a podcast by Teach St...
Aug 30, 2020•11 min•Season 2Ep. 220
Mel Taylor is a relatively establishing teacher, having spent 3 years in the profession. She's undertaken a variety of roles, spending time as a casual and classroom teacher, and now Mel is using her Instagram page @taylormade_teaching_au to inspire and support new teachers. Mel joined me to talk about the experiences she had (good and bad) which led her to make inspirational posts and help others in the digital space. Join us in our new For the Love of Teaching Facebook group, where we chat abo...
Aug 29, 2020•19 min•Season 2Ep. 219
Calling out is a huge problem for teachers everywhere. Join us for this classic Friday Funny where Mr D shares the awkward moment when his student blurted in class! Join us in our new For the Love of Teaching Facebook group, where we chat about the podcast, feature live vids of guests, and talk teaching! Have you subscribed to For the Love of Teaching? Don't forget! It means you'll be the first to know whenever a new episode is released. For the Love of Teaching is a podcast by Teach Starter. We...
Aug 27, 2020•5 min•Season 2Ep. 218
Teachers are great at improvising and thinking on their feet when lessons go unexpectedly. But does that skill transfer to the moment you realise your student has brought something totally strange to school? Keep your cool, teachers; it's an initiation! Join us in our new For the Love of Teaching Facebook group, where we chat about the podcast, feature live vids of guests, and talk teaching! Have you subscribed to For the Love of Teaching? Don't forget! It means you'll be the first to know whene...
Aug 23, 2020•9 min•Season 2Ep. 217
Teaching is a profession which is known to be physically demanding, right down to the floor. Sara tells us about two common conditions she sees in her teacher patients, and offers some great, professional tips for preventing future foot conditions and alleviating current pain. Join us in our new For the Love of Teaching Facebook group, where we chat about the podcast, feature live vids of guests, and talk teaching! Have you subscribed to For the Love of Teaching? Don't forget! It means you'll be...
Aug 22, 2020•13 min•Season 2Ep. 216
American elementary schools are known for many great things; iconic yellow buses, locker-lined halls and sunlit classrooms. They're also homes of cafeterias which serve some questionable items (think sloppy joes and hotdogs). In this episode, one young student questioned the origin of some of the delicacies on the school lunch menu, and his peers had some rather interesting theories to contribute to the conversation! He's a teacher. He's a comedian. He's a self-proclaimed "teachmedian". Joe (Mr ...
Aug 20, 2020•5 min•Season 2Ep. 215
There are some things that formal teacher training courses fail to teach us. For instance, the many disgusting and gross things kids do in the classroom. Teachers, we've said it before: you're amazing. Join us in our new For the Love of Teaching Facebook group, where we chat about the podcast, feature live vids of guests, and talk teaching! Have you subscribed to For the Love of Teaching? Don't forget! It means you'll be the first to know whenever a new episode is released. For the Love of Teach...
Aug 16, 2020•10 min•Season 2Ep. 214
The Science of Reading is a culmination of major research articles from English-speaking countries that have been consistent in their findings on learning to read and the teaching of reading. In this episode Clare Wood, early years teacher and linguistics specialist from Tiny Steps Make Big Strides shares what you should know about effective literacy instruction through the guidance of the research. Holly’s Blog, What Teachers Should Know About the Science of Reading Research is a great resource...
Aug 15, 2020•34 min•Season 2Ep. 213
In this episode, Joe recalls the hairiest encounter he's had with a kindergarten student, and tells us his 'favourite' part of chatting with really little kids in the halls at his school. Joe (Mr D) Dombrowski is here to brighten up your week with his infectious laugh and hilarious stories. Brace yourself, because when it comes to dishing the dirt on teaching, kids and life in general, Joe doesn't hold back. Don't miss an episode! Have you subscribed to For the Love of Teaching? Don't forget! It...
Aug 13, 2020•3 min•Season 2Ep. 212
After the success of issue one of What's Buzzing magazine last year, and an influx of requests for more issues, the Teach Starter team has just wrapped up work on the second issue! With six levelled editions, each containing ten pieces of engaging text, you'll love sharing these professionally designed magazines with your students! Need a little motivation on a Monday? Jill and Bron are experienced primary school teachers; they get it! Join them for inspiration and encouragement to get you buzzi...
Aug 09, 2020•17 min•Season 2Ep. 211
This week, Perth teacher Hannah Girling joins me for a live recording to talk all about building a positive vibe in your classroom. Join us in our new For the Love of Teaching Facebook group, where we chat about the podcast, feature live vids of guests, and talk teaching! Have you subscribed to For the Love of Teaching? Don't forget! It means you'll be the first to know whenever a new episode is released. For the Love of Teaching is a podcast by Teach Starter. We make quality, downloadable teach...
Aug 08, 2020•39 min•Season 2Ep. 210
If you've got the travel bug and are lamenting in lockdown, Mr D's airplane horror story will make you glad to stay home! Mr D is a seasoned traveler, but nothing could prepare him for the drama that ensued on his most recent domestic flight. But, like any great teacher, Mr D knows how to turn a horrible experience into a teachable moment for his students - with humour! This episode comes with a content warning (it's gross!). He's a teacher. He's a comedian. He's a self-proclaimed "teachmedian"....
Aug 06, 2020•7 min•Season 2Ep. 209
With distance learning a key part of 2020 for many of us, we are looking for ways to connect with our students through technology. New RMIT research has shown that emojis help students to accept feedback! In this episode, Jill and Bron discuss which emojis are SFS (Safe for School), how to provide feedback kids connect with, and their own emoji experiences! Need a little motivation on a Monday? Jill and Bron are experienced primary school teachers; they get it! Join them for inspiration and enco...
Aug 02, 2020•14 min•Season 2Ep. 208
Jordyn from Learning to Ngangaanha is back this week with her awesome tips on how to connect your students with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, perspectives and culture. From reaching out to Indigenous knowledge holders in your community to Jordyn's fantastic list of publications for kids by Indigenous authors and illustrators, this episode is packed with great ways to teach about our nations First Peoples. Voices to Follow (Jordyn's recs): Wingaru Education Rachael Sarra Allira...
Aug 01, 2020•24 min•Season 2Ep. 207
Back in 2015, The New York Times published a story called The 36 Questions that Lead to Love. The story reviewed research by Arthur Aron (et al) which purports that by asking someone 36 particular questions (as well as answering them as well), you'll fall in love. We decided to test out the first few questions for laughs. Join us in our new For the Love of Teaching Facebook group, where we chat about the podcast, feature live vids of guests, and talk teaching! Have you subscribed to For the Love...
Jul 30, 2020•13 min•Season 2Ep. 206
We talk a lot about reflective practice and aim to review our day's work. What worked? What didn't? What should I change? What can I do better? This week we're talking about putting a super positive slant on our reflection. Whether it's a formal reflection in a journal, or a casual mental checklist, it's important to remember to be kind to ourselves. We can be our own worst critics, but it's time for that to change. Need a little motivation on a Monday? Jill and Bron are experienced primary scho...
Jul 26, 2020•7 min•Season 2Ep. 205
Today's guest is Amelia Berner from Oz Harvest's FEAST. Amelia is OzHarvest’s Food Education and Sustainability Training (FEAST) Program Manager, which combines nutrition, food waste and sustainability in a curriculum ready package for Australian primary schools. Amelia’s passion for nutrition and environmental education stems from a decade of experience as High School TAS teacher and working as a practicing nutritionist. This enabled her to develop the FEAST education program that ensures all c...
Jul 25, 2020•28 min•Season 2Ep. 204
In the States, many professional teachers need to supplement their teaching incomes with casual Summer work. From babysitting to retail, they do it all. Listen as we chat about the differences in systems between the US and Australia, and Mr D reflects on three different Summer jobs he had while he was teaching. Join us in our new For the Love of Teaching Facebook group, where we chat about the podcast, feature live vids of guests, and talk teaching! Have you subscribed to For the Love of Teachin...
Jul 23, 2020•16 min•Season 2Ep. 203
With some districts of Victoria heading back to the challenges of remote learning after a resurgence of Covid19 cases in the state's capital and surrounds, some of our lovely Instagram teachers popped together this lovely support episode for you. Even if you're not in Victoria, Australia, this is a lovely and heartwarming episode of The Buzz you won't want to miss. We're all in this together. Need a little motivation on a Monday? Jill and Bron are experienced primary school teachers; they get it...
Jul 19, 2020•5 min•Season 2Ep. 202
Regenerating Our Land, Our People, Our Future Maggie Dent has become one of Australia's favourite parenting authors and educators, with a particular interest in the early years, adolescence and resilience. Maggie is the author of six major books, including the bestselling 2018 release Mothering Our Boys. She is also host of the ABC podcast, Parental As Anything. Maggie is a dedicated advocate of environmental awareness and sustainable practices and she’s consulted on Planet Ark’s Tree Report, wh...
Jul 18, 2020•47 min•Season 2Ep. 201
