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.
Updated: 10 September 2024
Episodes
10 September 2024
Episode 4: Nurturing Minds - The Interplay of Mental Health, Wellbeing and Learning
Join 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 COVID-19 - learn how to create strategies that support both students and teachers to create a nurturing and cohesive educational environment.
13 August 2024
Episode 3: The Power of Positive and Restorative Learning Environments in Education
This episode takes a closer look at how creating supportive learning environments through trauma-informed practices and restorative justice can fundamentally transform the classroom landscape. It emphasises the importance of recognising student’s backgrounds to nurture and heal relationships, thereby enhancing learning outcomes.
16 July 2024
Episode 2: Tailored Teaching - Adapting to Every Style of Learner
Join us as we explore the art of differentiation in education, revealing how personalised teaching strategies can effectively meet individual student needs and foster inclusivity, transforming classroom dynamics and empowering every student to reach their full potential.
18 June 2024
Episode 1: Feedback - The Driver of Learning and Relationships
We 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 teacher-student interactions, shifting from traditional methodologies to innovative approaches that enhance learning outcomes.
Upcoming episodes
- Episode 5: Enriching Literacy in Diverse Classrooms
Tuesday 8 October 2024 - Episode 6: Cultivating Creativity and Critical Thinking in the classroom
Tuesday 29 November 2024
Episodes
19 September 2023
Episode 6: Embracing your identity for teaching success
Join 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 the classroom and beyond.
5 September 2023
Episode 5: Creating Strong Partnerships with Parents, Carers and the Community
Join us as we discuss the importance of building and sustaining partnerships with parents, carers, and community groups to enhance student learning opportunities and outcomes.
22 August 2023
Episode 4: Beyond the Big Smoke - The Pros and Cons of Teaching in a Rural Community
What is it really like teaching in a rural or remote school? In this episode, we discuss the opportunities, benefits, and challenges of working so far away from inner suburbia.
8 August 2023
Episode 3: Navigating Digital Technologies in the Classroom
Join us as we jump into the world of digital technologies in the classroom, exploring their impact on education and engagement, and whether they allow students to explore and learn in entirely new ways.
25 July 2023
Episode 2: How Coaching and Mentoring Can Transform Your Teaching Journey
In this episode, we're diving into the world of coaching and mentoring and discussing how these practices can significantly impact the development of teachers at all stages of their careers.
11 July 2023
Episode 1: Building Better Behaviour Through Effective Classroom Management
On our first episode of Let’s Talk Teaching, we explore effective strategies for creating positive and supportive classroom environments that foster connections, while improving learning outcomes for students.
14 March 2023
Trailer: Coming soon
The podcast created for teachers, by teachers. Join Dr. Rebecca Cooper from the Faculty of Education at Monash University and her guests as they discuss a range of practical topics to help you develop and grow as a teacher. Gain valuable insights from experts in Australian classrooms and take their perspectives and strategies back to your own classroom.
