32. 'Learning is something you do!' - How can digital increase learner agency in inclusive ways?
For educators in the modern classroom inclusion is at the forefront of our minds. It is essential that each child is helped to feel valued for who they are and what they are. Digital resources can ens...
13 Sep 202410min
31. Motivating and excelling - How does professional development differ from training and how do we harness its impact?
In this episode Ian and Andrew discuss some of the features of effective professional development. Andrew suggests that professional development 'should be motivating and not just for the motivated.' ...
13 Sep 202414min
30. Flex, Iterate, Adapt and Collaborate - How can digital support and improve lesson planning?
There are a wealth of ways in which digital tools can support planning. The ability to adapt our planning (including content provided by others), enables us to iterate our lessons as we seek better ou...
13 Sep 20249min
29. Time for Phonics Special - Our full Phonics conversation with Sophie in one place.
In this special extended episode dedicated to Phonics, Ian and Andrew meet Sophie Pickles, Early Years expert, instructional designer and part of the team behind the Time for Phonics DfE-validated SSP...
5 Aug 202436min
28. One for all or all for one? - What are the benefits and challenges of different groupings for phonics?
Our fourth Phonics special episode explores ideas around grouping and streaming. Sophie shares her thoughts and insights on the benefits of different forms of classroom grouping. She also talks to Ian...
2 Aug 202410min
27. Phonological Safety Nets - How can we support children if they are struggling with phonics?
In this third Phonics special episode Sophie discusses ways we can support children who may struggle with phonics. She shares ideas for interventions, acceleration and remediation with Ian and Andrew,...
2 Aug 202410min
26. A Solid Foundation - Are Phase One Phonics essential?
In our second Phonics special episode Sophie discusses with Ian and Andrew the importance of Phase One phonics, how they impact on children's ability to make secure progress with phonics. Sophie highl...
2 Aug 202410min
25 -Bringing Phonics to Life - How can 'Time for Phonics' support children to succeed with phonics?
In this first special episode dedicated to Phonics Ian and Andrew meet Sophie Pickles, Early Years expert, instructional designer and part of the team behind the Time for Phonics DfE-validated SSP pro...
2 Aug 202410min
