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TEACHER DEVELOPMENT
6 Interesting Podcasts for Educators
Last Updated 13 November 2023/ By Zineb DJOUB
How much learning can we get from listening? We can gain a lot if we make the right selection of listening materials. There are interesting podcasts that can both entertain teachers and support them in learning and growing in their profession.
They elaborate on up-to-date issues that teachers face or are likely to face in their jobs and promote their reflection on their practices and learning. They are classified into two categories (those based on interviews and those on inspiring talks) in no order of preference.
1. Inspiring talks from podcasts hosts
The Creative Classroom
John Spencer provides inspiring ideas and tools for teachers. His episodes will support you in exploring the creative process in the classroom every Monday for 10-15minutes. Interested in getting more creative and innovative in teaching, listen to The Creative Classroom.
Teachonomy Talks
If you are looking for inspiration, check out this podcast. Listening to Chuck Poole each week will empower you. You will get ideas and insight in a two-minute timeout for teachers. Chuck Poole discusses teacher learning, the power of the word teacher, be extraordinary, be magical, be kind, leave your mark…. And other inspiring topics. You will feel more energized after listening to Teachonomy Talks
2. Educative interviews
The Ditch That Textbook
A 5 minute day podcast full of ideas that you can use in class. Matt Miller invites guests on the show for interviews. You will listen to a variety of topics, including using digital learning tools for various purposes. If you have questions, or you want to share your ideas, Matt Miller has made this possible. You can join the show on the Anchor app, by leaving a voice message inside the app. For more interaction and learning, listen to The Ditch That Textbook Podcast.
The StartUp Podcast
A weekly podcast hosted by Don Wettrick and Hunter Stone who interview experts in education, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The StartEdUp podcast episodes focus on teacher professional growth, well-being, and important lessons to empower teachers to change and enjoy more their jobs. To learn more, visit StarEdUp
The Bedley Bros. EdChat
Listening to this podcast will keep you connected to everyday education issues and innovation. You can listen to great educators, authors, conference presenters, and experts who share their own experiences and resources. So, check out The Bedley Bros.EdChat.
Leader of Learning
Dan Kreiness interviews leaders who discuss a variety of subjects in education. You will find topics about student-centred classrooms, innovation, leveraging technology and content creation, digital citizenship, vulnerability, and professional growth, etc. For more information, visit Leader of Learning.
Whenever you feel the need to get entertained and learn, consider the above list of podcasts. Also, if you prefer to listen to audiobooks, you can get them on Audible. Enjoy listening.
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