Let’s Talk Teaching
by Monash University Faculty of Education
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Teaching in the Anthropocene: Science Education in a Changing World
Teaching in the Anthropocene: Science Education in a Changing World
About this podcast
Conversations with teachers, for teachers. Join Associate Professor Rebecca Cooper, former teacher turned education academic, as she invites teachers and Monash University Alumni with different educational backgrounds, experiences and learnings to share their insights on a number of topics that teachers in Australian classrooms are facing today.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 24 episodes
- Teaching in the Anthropocene: Science Education in a Changing World · 31 min · Episode 24Climate change, AI and misinformation are reshaping how young people experience the world - but science education hasn’t always kept pace. This conversation explores what…
- More Than One Approach: Learning Science in Practice · 39 min · Episode 23Learning science is becoming increasingly influential in education - but many conversations reduce complex ideas about teaching into overly simplified approaches. This discussion…
- What Makes Change Stick: Research, Trust and Innovation in Schools · 33 min · Episode 22Schools are constantly introducing new ideas and initiatives - but meaningful change rarely happens through innovation alone. This conversation explores why lasting improvement…
- At the Edge of the Curriculum: Why Performing Arts Still Matter · 39 min · Episode 21Performing arts are often the first subjects reduced in schools - yet for many students, they’re where confidence, creativity, connection and engagement are built in ways other…
- What We Haven’t Learned Yet: Indigenous Perspectives and Meaningful Change · 42 min · Episode 20Embedding Indigenous perspectives in schools isn’t just about what we teach - it’s about what educators themselves still need to understand, and why meaningful change often…
- Beyond Behaviour: Understanding Trauma-Informed Practice in Schools · 36 min · Episode 19Not every student behaviour is defiance, disengagement, or disruption. As trauma-informed practice becomes a growing focus in education, teachers are increasingly being asked to…
- Behaviour as Learning: A Fresh Perspective for Educators · 36 min · Episode 18Behaviour management in the classroom is one of teaching’s toughest challenges - but what if we approached it like any other part of learning? This episode flips the script…
- Keeping Play in the Picture: Imagination and Learning in Early Education · 33 min · Episode 17Play is how young children learn best - but in school, it’s often left behind in favour of more structured teaching. This episode shows how imagination and play remain central to…
- Game Plan: Transforming Maths Teaching through Strategic Play · 37 min · Episode 16Game-based learning isn’t about making maths fun - it’s about making it stick. From strategy and reflection to rich investigations, we explore how games can reshape how students…
- Teaching in the Age of AI: How Educators Can Lead the Change · 34 min · Episode 15AI is reshaping industries and daily life around the world - and education is no exception. As the technology accelerates, it’s already transforming how teachers plan, assess…
- Staying the Course: Career Progression and Leadership in Teaching · 29 min · Episode 14Leadership roles are landing on teachers earlier than ever. But fast-tracking a career can bring additional pressure - and a higher risk of burnout. We explore what sustainable…
- Navigating the Manosphere: When Gender Ideologies Enter the Classroom · 34 min · Episode 13Brazen. Dismissive. Aggressive. A growing number of male students are directing misogynistic behaviour at female teachers, and it’s no longer the exception. This pattern is…
- Cultivating Creativity and Critical Thinking in the classroom · 40 min · Episode 12In this episode, we delve into the critical role of creativity and critical thinking within the educational sphere, exploring how these fundamental skills are pivotal across all…
- Enriching Literacy in Diverse Classrooms · 25 min · Episode 11In this episode, we explore the evolving world of literacy education, where technological innovations are revolutionising traditional teaching and learning methods.
- Nurturing Minds - The Interplay of Mental Health, Wellbeing and Learning · 30 min · Episode 10Join us as we explore how fostering student mental health and wellbeing impacts their academic success. From the importance of creating trusting relationships to the impact of…
- The Power of Positive and Restorative Learning Environments in Education · 33 min · Episode 9This episode takes a closer look at how creating supportive learning environments through trauma-informed practices and restorative justice can fundamentally transform the…
- Tailored Teaching - Adapting to Every Style of Learner · 31 min · Episode 8Join us as we explore the art of differentiation in education, revealing how personalised teaching strategies can effectively meet individual student needs and foster…
- Feedback - The Driver of Learning and Relationships · 37 min · Episode 7We kick off our second season of Let’s Talk Teaching by exploring the transformative role of feedback in education. This episode uncovers how technology is revolutionising…
- Embracing your Identity for Teaching Success · 33 min · Episode 6Join us for the season finale of Let’s Talk Teaching as we explore the significance of nurturing and embracing one’s teacher identity, and how it can create a lasting impact in…
- Creating Strong Partnerships with Parents, Carers, and the Community · 36 min · Episode 5Join us as we discuss the importance of building and sustaining partnerships with parents, carers, and community groups to enhance student learning opportunities and outcomes.
