The Art of Teaching

I have another very special episode for you today. Melanie Macmillan and Danielle Porter are both public school principals who were worthy recipients of a scholarship from The Public Education Foundation. The Public Education Foundation’s Harvard Club of Australia Education Scholarship enables three principals of Australian government primary or secondary schools to undertake a short professional program at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. The Public Education Foundation is an incredible not-for-profit organisation dedicated to providing life-changing scholarships to leaders in public education and enhancing the value and reputation of public schools. Melanie happens to be my boss and has impacted my career more than she will ever know. I hope that you enjoy this conversation with Melanie and Danielle. Here is the case study on Everest that we mentioned: https://hbr.org/2001/10/the-leadership-lessons-of-mount-everest

Today, I have the pleasure of sharing the second part of a conversation with the amazing Stephanie McConnell, the founding Principal of Lindfield Learning Village. She is the founder of Lindfield Learning Village. In this second part of our conversation, we deeply explored curriculum mapping, professional learning and leadership development. We talked about why we should always assume best intent, why we must reimagine leadership and how to create a village with low floors, wide walls and high ceilings. I am in awe of her kindness, generosity and openness. I hope you get as much out of this discussion as I did. Here is the first conversation that I had with her: Stephanie McConnell: Lindfield Learning Village, changing educational landscapes and why we must question everything.

Today I have the pleasure of sharing a recent conversation with Dr Simon Breakespear. Simon is a passionate educator and has always been so generous with his time. His work Teaching Sprints which is a professional development process that supports overloaded educators to enhance their expertise, has been transformative to me and so many others. In this conversation we talked about some of his recent research into the ‘pruning principle’ and how we can implement systems and processes to make time for what matters most. I hope you enjoy this conversation with the incredible Dr Simon Breakespear.

Today, I have the great pleasure of sharing a recent conversation with the amazing Dr Paul Kidson. Paul Kidson is the NSW Branch President of the Australian Council for Educational Leaders (ACEL) He is also a Senior Lecturer in Educational Leadership at the Australian Catholic University. His teaching and research explores how school leaders work within and critically transform their professional lives. In this fascinating conversation, we talked about Delusions of grandeur, understanding the human condition and caring for ourselves so that we can care for those entrusted to us.

This next conversation is with Matt Pitman. Matt is a Middle School Manager and a doctoral student researching connections across school communities. This was a fascinating conversation in which we talked about leadership, knowing when to quit and how to build meaningful, authentic school communities.

Today’s snippet comes from a recent interview that I did with the incredible Professor Jo Boaler from Stanford University. We covered a lot of ground in our discussion, including parenting, pioneering in a male-dominated discipline, developing mathematical mindsets and how to embrace failure. The link to the full episode is below. In this brief conversation, we discussed one of the best maths lessons she has ever seen. It’s a brilliant idea. Enjoy. https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/professor-jo-boaler-developing-mindsets-embracing-failure/id1552506400?i=1000630363973

Today I have the pleasure of introducing you to Mitchell Hemphill - the proud principal of EE Oliver Elementary in Canada. One of the goals of this podcast is to share the stories and lessons from unsung educational heroes across the globe - Mitchell is one of those unsung heroes. He was a wonderful guest and openly shared the privilege and challenges of building a strong school community. In this discussion, we discussed finding your purpose, learning to listen and developing a cohesive school community. It was a privilege to talk with Mitchell.

In addition to being a popular keynote speaker at some of the world’s most prestigious education conferences, Gary Stager is a journalist, teacher educator, consultant, professor, software developer, publisher, and school administrator. An elementary teacher by training, he has taught students from preschool through doctoral studies. In 1990, Dr. Stager led professional development in the world’s first laptop schools and played a significant role in the early days of online education. Gary is the founder of the Constructing Modern Knowledge summer institute for educators.

Today, I have a very special episode for you. Professor Jo Boaler. Her work has been published in the New York Times, TIME magazine, The Telegraph, The Atlantic, The Wall Street Journal and many other news outlets. She is currently co-leading YouCubed and was named one of the eight educators “changing the face of education” by the BBC. We covered a lot of ground in our discussion, including parenting, pioneering in a male-dominated discipline, developing mathematical mindsets and how to embrace failure. I was honoured to have a conversation, and I hope it was as transformative for you as it was for me. Links to her resources can be found below: Stanford Profile: https://joboaler.people.stanford.edu/ YouCubed: https://www.youcubed.org/ YouCubed Professional Development: https://www.youcubed.org/professional-development-at-stanford/ Teaching Videos: https://www.youcubed.org/resource/teaching-videos/

Up next is a recent conversation with the wonderful Diana Pastora Carson. I get to talk to some amazing individuals, but this discussion was quite special. Diana is a podcaster, TED speaker, educator, sister, and disability advocate. Her story of her amazing brother Joaquin and his bravery will bring you to tears. This conversation was one that profoundly impacted me and changed me. Beyond Disability Awareness: An Educator's Guide: https://www.dianapastoracarson.com/general-9 Beyond Awareness Course: https://www.gobeyondawareness.com/course

Dr Mark Williams is an internationally recognised professor of cognitive neuroscience with over 25 years of experience conducting behavioural and brain imaging research focusing on our social skills. He has taught the fundamentals of neuroscience to a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate students and published more than 70 scientific articles. Mark has been awarded numerous high-profile fellowships and grants and worked at MIT in the USA and at universities in Australia. I hope you get as much out of this discussion as I did.

Dr. Lyn Sharratt combines academic theory with hands-on educational leadership experience. She has a track record of substantially increasing school district performance. Lyn is a professor and best-selling author. In this bite-sized episode, we talked about the importance of putting faces on the data, a lifetime of commitment to her students and how she stays passionate. A link to the full episode is below: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/dr-lyn-sharratt-a-teacher-that-had-a/id1552506400?i=1000517613236

Welcome to this bite-sized episode of The Art of Teaching Podcast. Today I thought I would share a discussion that I had a little while ago with the brilliant Dr Catherine Attard. I never saw myself as a "maths person" and I struggled all through high school. It wasn't until I was a university student sitting in Dr. Attard’s class that I began to see myself as a mathematician. In this short snippet, we talked about the importance of pedagogical relationships in mathematics and bridging the gap between research and practice. Here is the full episode Here are some of the resources Here is Dr. Attard's profile.

Today I have the great pleasure of sharing a recent conversation with the brilliant Stephanie McConnell who is the Principal of Lindfield Learning Village. As the founding Principal, she had the unique opportunity to design a new educational model and build a school to make this model a reality. Lindfield Learning Village is a ‘stage-not-age’ K-12 public school where student agency, voice and choice are at the centre of the learning design. Their transdisciplinary approach to learning goes beyond the curriculum and allows students to pursue their passions through a human-centred design thinking approach. I hope that you get as much out of this discussion as I did.

Today I have the pleasure of sharing a conversation that I had with the brilliant Brendan Lee. Brendan is a school leader, researcher and podcaster from Sydney NSW. After After almost 10 years as a high school teacher, he left the profession and opened up a cafe. While that time in his life taught him a lot about running a business it also left him with a sense that he had unfinished business in education. Since returning to teaching, he has a fresh sense of purpose, passion and a commitment to supporting as many educators as possible in becoming more evidence-informed so that they can apply it to their teaching. He runs a great website called Learning with Mr Lee and a podcast called the Knowledge for Teachers podcast. I hope that you get as much out of this discussion as I did.

Michael Anderson is a Professor of Creativity and Arts Education in the Sydney School of Education and Social Work at The University of Sydney and Co-Director of the CREATE Centre. He is an internationally recognised educational leader in school transformation processes. He has taught, researched and published in education and transformation for over 20 years, including 17 books and 55 book chapters and journal articles. The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteaching

Today I have the privilege of sharing a recent conversation that I had with Sally McGrath. Sally runs an organisation called Health that Heals. We are all tired, we are all juggling multiple projects and responsibilities and we are all trying to be as present as we can for our loved ones. In our busy, hyper-connected, complex lives, Sally’s work is a breath of fresh air. And just a reminder, if you are going through a challenging time, you are not alone. Here are some services to reach out to: The Mental Health Commission of New South Wales Beyond Blue Head Space I hope that you get as much out of this discussion as I did.

Recently I had the privilege of interviewing the wonderful Emma Gentle from The Grad Guide. We talked about parenting, balance, launching a business, and the importance of self-compassion. Emma’s work centres around how teachers can build trust, acceptance and compassion with their students. She argues that we need to remind ourselves that students as human beings who are still learning to navigate their feelings, their experiences and their environments. You can connect with Emma here he Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteaching

Mary Featherston AM is an Australian interior designer and designer of child-friendly play and learning environments. She is known both for her furniture and design collaboration with Grant Featherston, as well as her work researching and designing educational spaces for children. In 2020 Mary was made a Member (AM) in the General Division of the Order of Australia for her significant service to the arts, especially industrial and interior design. Here are some publications about Mary: https://www.heide.com.au/exhibitions/design-life-grant-and-mary-featherston/ https://www.design.org.au/hall-of-fame/mary-featherston http://dharn.net/biography-mary-featherston/ he Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteaching

Today I have the great pleasure of sharing a conversation with Dave Reardon. Dave and his wife Ann have had more of an impact on my life than any other people. Over the years we have spent countless hours, eaten many meals and shared numerous cups of tea at their dining room table. Dave and Ann are brilliant leaders, youtube sensations and just incredible, authentic people. Even to this day, my life continues to be impacted by their lives. The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteaching

NAIDOC Week is an opportunity for all Australians to come together to celebrate the rich history, diverse cultures and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the oldest continuing cultures on the planet. Tammy Anderson has been an educator and passionate advocate for Aboriginal education in schools for 20 years. A Biripi woman from Airds in NSW, Tammy is the principal at Briar Road Public School, a 2021 Narragunnawali Reconciliation in Education Awards finalist. I have heard Tammy speak a number of times and each and every time I am speechless - which is rare for me. In this wide-ranging conversation, we talked about uncomfortable truths, why this year’s NAIDOC Week celebrations are particularly significant here and why the most effective way to bring the gap is to be the best teacher you can be.

Nathaniel is a Teacher, Instructional Coach, Researcher and Writer. He is passionate about language, literacy and learning, and effective and engaging teaching for all students. In addition to his experience as a teacher, he is a Senior Lecturer of Learning Sciences and Learner Engagement at La Trobe University’s School of Education. In this interview, we talked about many things including his lessons from musical theatre, the importance of putting yourself out there and why his mum was right all along. Who would you like to invite to a dinner party? Daniel Willingham Maryanne Wolf Anita L. Archer Dr. Silvia Ybarra Daisy Christodoulou The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteaching

It is my great pleasure today to introduce you to a conversation that I recently had with the brilliant Dr Karl Sebire. He is a researcher, educator, author and speaker in the field of digital dependence, screen time and attention spans. With over 15 years of experience in the creative and education industries, Karl has researched the way in which teaching and learning have evolved (or struggled at times) to adapt to an audience that consumes media in new and exciting ways. As the ability to focus will be the new differentiator for individuals, Karl consults on how one can harness the myriad powers of technology, whilst attenuating the many challenges it presents. I hope that you get as much out of our discussion as I did. The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteaching

Today I have the great pleasure of sharing a conversation that I recently had with the extraordinary Dr Bernie Moreno, a passionate educator and parent who lectured at the Melbourne Graduate School of Education. Her work centres around school leadership perceptions and its impact on school effectiveness and improvement. She is passionate about leadership identification, development and retention in schools. We covered a lot of ground in this conversation, and honestly, I could have chartered to her for hours. We talked about the importance of self-reflection, the power of the words we use and why we must take a kaleidoscopic approach to leadership. The links to her work and professional profile will be in the show notes I hope that you get as much out of this conversation as I did. Here are a few of Dr Bernie's Book recommendations: My Orange Lime Tree by Jose Mauro de Vasconcelos The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteaching

My next episode is a wide-ranging discussion with the brilliant Dr Hugh Chilton from Scots College. This is my second chat with Hugh. We talked about an exciting initiative he is leading at school, called Scotts X. We spoke about how to reinvent education, honourable traditions, and why school leaders need deep humility and fierce resolve. The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteaching

Today I have the great pleasure of sharing a recent conversation that I had with the brilliant Dr Adam Fraser. This is the second time that I have spoken with Adam for the podcast and it was a huge privilege to speak with him again. Here is our first discussion. For those that are not aware, he is a peak performance researcher who helps people strive to achieve better performance in everything they do. He has worked with elite athletes and sporting teams, special forces soldiers and business leaders. In this episode, we took a deep dive into his work The Third Space and had an existential conversation about how to be a more present dad and how to show up and be present for those that matter most. The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteaching

Peter is a visionary leader with over 30 years of educational expertise and is known for his transformational insights and commitment to innovative student-centred learning. He has been a school leader in four state and independent schools. Peter is also a Co-Founder and Director of Future Schools. This membership organisation supports over 100 future-focused schools collaborating and innovating together across the Independent, Catholic and Government Sectors, with representation in every Australian State, over 32,700 students, and over 4,680 educators. I hope that you get as much out of this wide-ranging discussion as I did. The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteaching

Today I have the great pleasure of sharing a discussion that I recently had with Dr Keith Heggart and Steven Kolber. Steven has been a guest on the podcast previously and, among other things, is one of the hosts of The Teacher Takeaway Podcast. Keith is a first-time guest and is a Lecturer in Learning Design at the University of Technology Sydney, Australia. In this discussion, we talked about their recent work Empowering Teachers and Democratising Schooling Perspectives from Australia. This work is a collection of essays and insights from teachers that outlines logistical and ideological challenges faced by educators committed to democracy and discusses innovative ideas and solutions that can be adapted to a wide range of education practices. The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteaching

Today I have another inspiring conversation for you - allow me to introduce you to Jeremy Otto. He is a transformational and dynamic educational leader who was recently appointed to the newly created role of Director of Teaching and Learning at Westbourne Grammar School, He is responsible for the strategic leadership of teaching and learning for staff and students from P – 12. This forms a pivotal role in realising his school’s vision of shaping learners who inspire the world. In this wide-ranging conversation, we talked about many things including leadership, mentoring and how to protect your calendar so that you can focus on what matters most. I hope that you get as much out of this wide-ranging discussion as I did. The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteaching

It is my great pleasure to introduce you to my next guest, Rydr Tracey. Rydr has worked in education for many years including holding senior positions in school and working at the Centre for Education Statistics and Evaluation (or CESE) and now is the Head of Educational Transformation at Creatable Futures. Creatable is founded on a number of key principles including the belief that the best education must be readily accessible and constantly evolving. They are passionate about transferring lessons and ideas from industry to improve teaching and learning and have worked with some of the world’s biggest brands including RM Williams, Meta and Atlassian. We talked about many things including the difference between data and evidence, cognitive load theory and what being a dad has taught him about active listening. I hope that you get as much out of this wide-ranging conversation as I did. The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteaching

Today I have the privilege of sharing a recent conversation with Santos Verardo. She now helps district and school leaders develop equity-centred decision-making skills, strong and effective school teams, and systems and structures that enhance their work and the work of their teams. Santos has spent the last 25 years working as a teacher, administrator, and leadership coach in San Diego. She supports district, school, and teacher leaders navigating challenging and complex educational landscapes as a leadership coach, management consultant and training facilitator. We talked about many interesting topics including how to build communities, school outcomes vrs. conditions, and how to get crystal clear on your leadership and vision. Santos also had many interesting insights into handling transition in your life, how to stay passionate and how she now finds fulfilment after she has stepped out of the classroom. I hope that you get as much out of this conversation. The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteaching

Today I have the privilege of introducing you to Valentina Caputo. She is a passionate early childhood professional with experience in bringing children's active citizenship into practice. She was worked across the globe and her teaching philosophy is inspired by the Reggio Emilia Approach. We talked about how to great those magic moments in your classroom and the role of play-based learning. Valentina was a breath of fresh air and it was a pleasure speaking to her The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteaching

Today I have the pleasure of introducing you to the work of Dr Kevin House. He is the senior executive at EiM responsible for managing and directing the research, development and quality assurance of all future-focused education models. He is currently building regenerative curriculum architectures and digital credentialing solutions for Green School Education, School of Humanity and a range of other new projects. His specialisations include curriculum and assessment educational technology integration and designing school quality evaluation frameworks. The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteaching

Today I have the privilege of sharing a conversation that I recently had with the wonderful Daniel Bradford the Head of Boarding at St Stanislaus College. In this wide-ranging interview, we talked about the importance of trust, the challenges and opportunities of running a boarding school for boys and what having daughters had taught him about raising men. Daniel was a wonderful guest and I am so grateful that he took the time to chat with me.

Dr Laura Tuohilampi (UNSW Arts, Design and Architecture) is a mathematics education researcher, an in-service teacher trainer and the founder of Math Hunger and Maths for Humans. Passionate about shifting mindsets to view maths as positive, engaging and achievable, her work explores practices that innovate and inspire traditional teaching methods to evolve with students’ learning habits. Here are some of Laura's resources: http://www.mathhunger.com www.mathsforhumans.com Maths for Humans Professional Learning: https://bit.ly/425I0Zu @mathsforhumans Useful links: Deborah Ball: https://bit.ly/3TbrZwP A video she gets all of her students to watch: https://bit.ly/3Jwrb2r The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteaching

Today I have a special episode for you, a conversation with Chris Buswell. Chris is a multi-award-winning EdTech, and STEM education leader and was named the Showcase Queensland Teacher of the Year in 2019 and awarded a Commonwealth Bank Australia Teaching Fellowship in 2020. He is currently the Director of STEM at the brand-new K-12 Australian International School in Dubai. He is now helping to build the foundations of an innovative and world-class school from the ground up as part of the dual Education Queensland and KHDA systems. Chris is a strategic thinker, innovator and inspirational school leader. I hope that you get as much out of our conversations as I did. The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteaching

Alice Vigors is an inspiring educator who has a passion for sharing her knowledge and skills with other educators around the globe. Her enthusiasm for education and improving the educational outcomes of all students are sought after and admired by her peers. In this interview, we talk about her new book “The Thinking Classroom.” In the book, she argues that developing the critical and creative thinking skills of students in our classrooms is a necessary culture that all teachers should foster. Not only does it underpin the syllabus outcomes and content indicators, but the ability to think critically and creatively, and to articulate that thinking to others, is a hugely valuable skill in today’s world. The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteachin

It’s my pleasure to introduce you to Lauren Sayer. Lauren's recent roles have included Head of Education at the Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne, where she championed the cause for world-class pedagogy and continuous learning for those students who could not attend school in a traditional setting. Lauren is now Executive Director of Research and Innovation at Melbourne Girls Grammar School. She is developing best practices in learning technology, and digital literacy, and building an evidence base for future-focused evidence-informed teaching and learning. I hope that you enjoy this wide-ranging discussion. The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteachingpodcast/

Today it is my great pleasure to share a conversation that I recently had with Ian Timbrell. He is a former teacher who now spends his time ensuring that no student has to go through the challenges that he faced at school. We all want schools to be places where students are seen and valued and we all want schools that are more diverse and inclusive for all people. I won’t give too much away here, but I encourage you to listen, really listen, as he shares his journey. He is incredibly brave and it was wonderful to speak with him. We did talk about a number of very sensitive and personal issues in the podcast. If you or someone you know is struggling please reach out and talk to someone - no one should suffer alone. Links to mental health services both here and in the UK will be in the podcast show notes. If you or someone you know is struggling please call: Australia Lifeline's 13 11 14 crisis support service is available 24/7 UK Papyrus – for people under 35 Call 0800 068 41 41 – 9am to midnight every day Text 07860 039967 Email [email protected] Childline – for children and young people under 19 Call 0800 1111 The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteachingpodcast/

It is my great pleasure to share a conversation that I recently had with the brilliant Tracey Ezard. Tracey is a former school leader and author of the book Ferocious Warmth. Ferocious Warmth Leaders lead high performance and deep learning. They understand how to get the balance of achieving results while building a strong culture of trust, learning and psychological safety. Innovation, momentum and outcomes, leveraged with empathy, compassion and trust. Leadership that focuses on both emotional and strategic intelligence coming together as a dynamic force. Tracey works with leaders and their teams to create dynamic leadership and collaborative learning cultures that create new ways of working in a complex world. The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteachingpodcast/

Welcome back! In Australia, we are about to begin another year in the classroom. Don’t the holidays fly? It seems like only a minute ago that we were talking about ‘finishing the year well’ and ‘tying up loose ends in 2022.’ I hope that you have all had a refreshing holiday and that you are ready for a brilliant Term 1. As much as I enjoy the holidays, I start to get really excited to go back and teach. Before we launch into the year ahead, I thought that I would share a recent conversation that I had with the brilliant Amy Green - and no, we are not related. Amy is a former teacher and school leader who is the founder of The Wellness Strategy. She works with individuals and workplaces, to help them understand what well-being is, develop well-being literacy, and to co-design and create well-being strategies and interventions that work. This is a really important conversation to have at the beginning of the year so that we all can have a more meaningful conversation about well-being. Her recent book Teacher Wellbeing was a great read and I am so grateful that I got to work with her. All of Amy’s details are available below in the show notes. I hope that you enjoy this conversation that I had with Amy Green. The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteachingpodcast/

Ray Boyd has 32 years of experience in the public education system, including 18 years as an educational leader. In 2014, Ray was named WA Primary Principal of the Year. He is dedicated to improving educational outcomes for all students. He is passionate about promoting professional growth through instructional rounds and individual teacher coaching. Ray has a clear vision for his school and targets professional learning where it matters most— on curriculum and assessment. He leads by example, committed to enhancing educational opportunities for all students. I hope that you get as much out of this discussion as I did. The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteachingpodcast/

Today I have the great privilege of sharing a conversation that I had with the incredible Professor Jioji Ravulo. Professor Ravulo is the Professor and Chair of Social Work and Policy Studies at the Sydney School of Education and Social Work at The University of Sydney. His research, writing and areas of interest include mental health and well-being, alcohol and other drugs, youth development, marginality and decoloniality. He has been involved and invited to author over 60 publications, including peer-reviewed journal articles, scholarly book chapters, research reports, and opinion pieces. Amongst his many passions is the creation and implementation of approaches that are engaging and engaged. He is involved in various community-based research and co-design initiatives, including projects that support health literacies across equity groups, enhancing service delivery models for young people and their families. I hope that you get as much out of our discussion as I did.

Today I am proud to share a conversation that I had with you with Liam Bassett. He is the Director of Digital Learning (P-12) at Westbourne Grammar School. In 2021, he was recognised as an excellence awardee for Education Rising Star of the Year at the Australian Education Awards. Most recently, he was also listed as one of The Educator’s Rising Stars of 2022. He is a collaborative and empowering leader and believes that management is based on trust and that in order for productivity and innovation to thrive, we need to create environments where the team members we serve can thrive. I hope that you get as much out of our wide-ranging discussion as I did. The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteachingpodcast/

Today I have the great privilege of sharing a conversation with you that I recently had with Dr Timothy Hawkes. Tim has taught overseas as well as in Australia and led co-ed and single-sex schools for nearly three decades, including Australia’s oldest independent school, The King’s School, Parramatta. He has been an advisor to the Federal Government, was the founding Chair of the Australian Boarding Schools’ Association, the founding Chairman of the Heads of Independent Co-educational Schools of Victoria, and served as a Heads of School representative on the governing board of the International Baccalaureate Organisation and on the Board of the Association of Heads of Independent Schools of Australia (AHISA). Tim is a recipient of an Australian Government – Excellence as a Headmaster Award in 2007 and an OAM for services to education in 2014, He has also authored a dozen books on education and leadership, and spoken at education conferences around the world. You can connect with Dr Timothy Hawkes here: LinkedIn Twitter Tru-Well Books and publications The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteachingpodcast/

Russell is the Managing Director and architect of the THINK Learning Studio (TLS). The Think Learning Studio emerged from THINK Global School, the world's first travelling high school. The studio's mission and vision are to partner with teachers, school leaders, schools, educational foundations, and other future-of-learning collaborators to disrupt global academic curriculum and professional development.

Today I have the great pleasure of sharing a conversation with Natasha Mitchell. Natasha is the Head of the Northbridge Campus at Shore. Shore has been committed to the education and nurturing of generations of curious minds since the School began in 1889. The interview covered so many topics including how to find the right mentors, we reflected on her first few years in teaching and how educators can empower others in the decision-making process. I hope that you get as much out of this discussion as I did. The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteachingpodcast/

Today I have a very special episode for you, an interview with Dr Phil Cummins. He began his career as a history teacher and cricket coach and now he is an author, researcher, leader and speaker. “Phil is an educator by trade and conviction.” He has authored over thirty books and an array of other influential publications and research reports, Phil is acknowledged internationally as an expert in strategy, governance, leadership, curriculum, and Indigenous Education. He's also the co-host of the Game Changers podcast series which has accrued over 250,000 episode listens and co-author with Adriano Di Prato of Game Changers: Leading Today’s Learning For Tomorrow’s World Dr Phil’s Profile Linkedin Website Twitter Email [email protected] The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteachingpodcast/

Today, it’s my pleasure to share this conversation that I had with Dr Nick Jackson. Nick is an educator and former school leader who has a passion for the ways in which technology is used in classrooms. In particular, his PhD focus was on the ways in which students can train teachers to best use technology. We talked about how to create authentic learning communities, schools as circular economies and micro-credentialing students. You can get in touch with Dr Nick Jackson through twitter or Linkedin The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteachingpodcast/

Today I have the absolute pleasure sharing a conversation that I had with Jen Buchanan. Jen is a passionate educator, strategic thinker and world traveler whose story is truly inspiring. She is a future focused educator with a vision to make schools better. Jen’s wide ranging career spans multiple schools and numerous countries. She has forged a career as an educator in progressive schools around the world including Green School (Bali), Think Global School (USA), and more recently Preshil School in Melbourne. Jen has a track record of creating positive, engaged and innovative learning environments in schools, and is passionate about creating equity for all students. This interview covered so many areas including: Her role as a convenor with Future Schools Alliance (FSA). How to transform learning communities to pioneer the future of education. And how to advocate for student agency; igniting the creative potential in each young person as they navigate their education path. This was a wonderful conversation and I am so grateful to have had the time to talk with Jen. The Art of Teaching Podcast resources: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/artofteaching Here is the link to the show notes: https://theartofteachingpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofteachingpodcast/