<![CDATA[Teaching on purpose]]>If you are motivation high but time low when it comes to Teaching and Learning, this podcast is for you! Each week, we dive into the detail of a teaching purpose and look at how that purpose is served by different techniques, in different ways and at different times.

Guests talk through their decision making linked to purpose and explain how they do the right thing at the right time for the right reason.

]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Mon, 02 Nov 2026 17:01:20 GMTMon, 13 Apr 2026 13:05:00 GMT60CLT<p>If you are motivation high but time low when it comes to Teaching and Learning, this podcast is for you! Each week, we dive into the detail of a teaching purpose and look at how that purpose is served by different techniques, in different ways and at different times.</p><p></p><p>Guests talk through their decision making linked to purpose and explain how they do the right thing at the right time for the right reason.</p>episodicCLTpodcasting@chilternlearningtrust.orgno<![CDATA[Teaching on Purpose: BONUS LIVE AUDIENCE SPECIAL]]>In this episode of Teaching on Purpose, Adam and Yamina discuss the significance of utilizing memory in education, addressing questions from a live audience about its role in curriculum planning and student learning. They emphasize the importance of understanding students' backgrounds and cultural capital to enhance memory utilization and learning outcomes.

Takeaways

  • Utilizing memory enhances learning
  • Cultural capital influences memory use

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to Memory in Education
  • 01:31 The Purpose of Utilizing Memory
  • 04:33 Guiding Curriculum Leaders on Memory
  • 07:02 Building Curriculum Around Core Concepts
  • 10:03 Transitioning Knowledge Across Education Stages
  • 12:03 The Role of Cultural Capital in Learning
  • 16:31 Balancing Knowledge and Critical Thinking
  • 18:17 Conclusion and Call to Action
]]>53ded627-4b09-4306-a6af-269cfdfb2fbcFri, 30 Oct 2026 12:43:31 GMT<p>In this episode of Teaching on Purpose, Adam and Yamina discuss the significance of utilizing memory in education, addressing questions from a live audience about its role in curriculum planning and student learning. They emphasize the importance of understanding students' backgrounds and cultural capital to enhance memory utilization and learning outcomes.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways </p><ul><li>Utilizing memory enhances learning</li><li>Cultural capital influences memory use</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters </p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to Memory in Education</li><li>01:31 The Purpose of Utilizing Memory</li><li>04:33 Guiding Curriculum Leaders on Memory</li><li>07:02 Building Curriculum Around Core Concepts</li><li>10:03 Transitioning Knowledge Across Education Stages</li><li>12:03 The Role of Cultural Capital in Learning</li><li>16:31 Balancing Knowledge and Critical Thinking</li><li>18:17 Conclusion and Call to Action</li></ul>no00:19:5829Teaching on Purpose: BONUS LIVE AUDIENCE SPECIALfull<![CDATA[Teaching on Purpose #21 Utilising memory]]>In this episode of Teaching on Purpose, Adam and Yamina discuss the importance of utilizing memory in education, focusing on cognitive load theory and practical techniques for enhancing memory retention in students. They explore various strategies for teachers to help students connect prior knowledge with new information, emphasizing the balance between explicit instruction and discovery learning.

Takeaways

  • Memory is crucial for learning
  • Balance explicit teaching with discovery

Chapters

  • 00:00 Understanding Memory in Education
  • 11:40 Techniques for Utilizing Memory
  • 19:03 Exploring Student Knowledge and Discovery
]]>be076a1c-cd8e-4327-908b-f8ced29bc3fcFri, 23 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode of Teaching on Purpose, Adam and Yamina discuss the importance of utilizing memory in education, focusing on cognitive load theory and practical techniques for enhancing memory retention in students. They explore various strategies for teachers to help students connect prior knowledge with new information, emphasizing the balance between explicit instruction and discovery learning.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways </p><ul><li>Memory is crucial for learning</li><li>Balance explicit teaching with discovery</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters </p><ul><li>00:00 Understanding Memory in Education</li><li>11:40 Techniques for Utilizing Memory</li><li>19:03 Exploring Student Knowledge and Discovery</li></ul>no00:25:3628Teaching on Purpose #21 Utilising memoryfull<![CDATA[Teaching on Purpose: Checking for understanding with Yamina Bibi]]>In this episode of Teaching On Purpose, Adam Kohlbeck and Yamina Bibi discuss the importance of checking for understanding in teaching, focusing particularly on the effective use of multiple choice questions and the 'Right is Right' technique. They explore how these strategies can enhance student learning and provide insights into adapting teaching methods to better assess student comprehension.


Takeaways

  • Effective questioning enhances learning
  • Collaboration improves assessment quality


Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to Checking for Understanding
  • 01:58 Building on Previous Strategies
  • 03:59 The Power of Multiple Choice Questions
  • 12:53 Understanding 'Right is Right' Technique
  • 27:57 Adapting Strategies for Diverse Learners
]]>d8046dba-e1ef-412b-8b38-a4a0acffb6b3Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode of Teaching On Purpose, Adam Kohlbeck and Yamina Bibi discuss the importance of checking for understanding in teaching, focusing particularly on the effective use of multiple choice questions and the 'Right is Right' technique. They explore how these strategies can enhance student learning and provide insights into adapting teaching methods to better assess student comprehension.</p><p><br /></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Effective questioning enhances learning</li><li>Collaboration improves assessment quality</li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to Checking for Understanding</li><li>01:58 Building on Previous Strategies</li><li>03:59 The Power of Multiple Choice Questions</li><li>12:53 Understanding 'Right is Right' Technique</li><li>27:57 Adapting Strategies for Diverse Learners</li></ul>no00:31:1827Teaching on Purpose: Checking for understanding with Yamina Bibifull<![CDATA[Teaching on Purpose: Hinge questions with Chris Passey]]>In this episode of Teaching On Purpose, Adam Kohlbeck and Chris Passey discuss the concept of hinge questions as a technique for checking student understanding in the classroom. They explore the importance of these questions in guiding lesson progression and addressing misconceptions, while also considering the adaptability of teaching methods based on student responses.


Takeaways

  • Hinge questions guide lesson flow
  • Adapt teaching based on student responses


Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to Hinge Questions
  • 02:12 Understanding Hinge Questions
  • 04:45 Examples of Hinge Questions in Practice
  • 10:27 Collecting Responses Effectively
  • 13:29 Adapting Hinge Questions
  • 19:07 Fluidity in Teaching Techniques
  • 22:30 When Not to Use Hinge Questions
  • 26:51 The Value of Individual Checks
]]>10b2239b-bbd4-4d92-a4c7-3adbe703942dSun, 11 Oct 2026 07:35:56 GMT<p>In this episode of Teaching On Purpose, Adam Kohlbeck and Chris Passey discuss the concept of hinge questions as a technique for checking student understanding in the classroom. They explore the importance of these questions in guiding lesson progression and addressing misconceptions, while also considering the adaptability of teaching methods based on student responses.</p><p><br /></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Hinge questions guide lesson flow</li><li>Adapt teaching based on student responses</li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to Hinge Questions</li><li>02:12 Understanding Hinge Questions</li><li>04:45 Examples of Hinge Questions in Practice</li><li>10:27 Collecting Responses Effectively</li><li>13:29 Adapting Hinge Questions</li><li>19:07 Fluidity in Teaching Techniques</li><li>22:30 When Not to Use Hinge Questions</li><li>26:51 The Value of Individual Checks</li></ul>no00:31:1026Teaching on Purpose: Hinge questions with Chris Passeyfull<![CDATA[Teaching on Purpose: No opt out with Christian Turton]]>In this episode of Teaching on Purpose, Adam Kohlbeck and Christian Turton discuss the importance of checking for understanding in the classroom, particularly through the technique of 'no opt out'. They explore how this technique can be adapted using technology to enhance student engagement and understanding.

We are a proud member of the Education Leaders Podcast Network. For more great education shows, head to educationleaders.co/network


Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to Checking for Understanding
  • 01:59 Christian Turton's Educational Journey
  • 06:34 The 'No Opt Out' Technique Explained
  • 10:42 Practical Application of 'No Opt Out'
  • 16:25 Adapting Techniques with Technology
  • 22:11 Balancing Depth and Breadth in Understanding
  • 27:37 Final Thoughts on Effective Teaching
]]>7975031e-9533-4a15-befb-b47ae570a048Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:57:14 GMT<p>In this episode of Teaching on Purpose, Adam Kohlbeck and Christian Turton discuss the importance of checking for understanding in the classroom, particularly through the technique of 'no opt out'. They explore how this technique can be adapted using technology to enhance student engagement and understanding.</p><p>We are a proud member of the Education Leaders Podcast Network. For more great education shows, head to educationleaders.co/network </p><p><br /></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to Checking for Understanding</li><li>01:59 Christian Turton's Educational Journey</li><li>06:34 The 'No Opt Out' Technique Explained</li><li>10:42 Practical Application of 'No Opt Out'</li><li>16:25 Adapting Techniques with Technology</li><li>22:11 Balancing Depth and Breadth in Understanding</li><li>27:37 Final Thoughts on Effective Teaching</li></ul>no00:29:1625Teaching on Purpose: No opt out with Christian Turtonfull<![CDATA[Teaching on Purpose: Show me boards with Emma Maguire]]>Emma Maguire, head teacher of Wharton Primary School, shares her journey into teaching and the importance of checking for understanding. She discusses the use of 'Show Me Boards' as a strategy for checking understanding and the need for purposeful adaptation of techniques to suit different contexts and learners.


Takeaways

  • Checking for understanding is essential for effective teaching.
  • The purpose of a technique should guide its adaptation and use in the classroom.

We are a proud member of the Education Leaders podcast network. For more great education shows, head to educationleaders.co/network

]]>f3477e0a-f2f1-4474-bd06-fdede6e4a3d8Fri, 25 Sep 2026 20:54:57 GMT<p>Emma Maguire, head teacher of Wharton Primary School, shares her journey into teaching and the importance of checking for understanding. She discusses the use of 'Show Me Boards' as a strategy for checking understanding and the need for purposeful adaptation of techniques to suit different contexts and learners.</p><p><br /></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Checking for understanding is essential for effective teaching.</li><li>The purpose of a technique should guide its adaptation and use in the classroom.</li></ul><p>We are a proud member of the Education Leaders podcast network. For more great education shows, head to educationleaders.co/network</p>no00:26:3924Teaching on Purpose: Show me boards with Emma Maguirefull<![CDATA[Teaching on Purpose: Providing practice, consolidation and feedback with Yamina Bibi]]>The conversation delves into the importance of practice, consolidation, and feedback in building long-term memory, highlighting the need for pre-planning guided and independent practice opportunities. It also explores the danger of performative practice, the tension between standardizing teaching and adaptive practice, and the significance of responsive teaching and strategic task design. The conversation delves into the significance of metacognition in early years practice and the embedding of metacognitive practice to encourage independent student thinking and reflection. It also explores the role of guided and independent practice, teacher decision-making, and the complexity of teaching. Additionally, it discusses strategies for live marking and feedback to reduce teacher workload and increase student impact.

Takeaways

  • Importance of practice, consolidation, and feedback in building long-term memory
  • The need for pre-planning guided and independent practice opportunities Metacognition in early years practice
  • The importance of live marking and feedback in reducing teacher workload and increasing student impact

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Importance of Practice, Consolidation, and Feedback
  • 04:25 The Danger of Performative Practice
  • 06:16 Standardizing Teaching and Adaptive Practice
  • 08:40 Pre-Planning Guided and Independent Practice Opportunities
  • 18:11 Responsive Teaching and Strategic Task Design
  • 21:39 Metacognition in Early Years Practice
  • 22:37 Embedding Metacognitive Practice
  • 26:04 Guided and Independent Practice
  • 29:26 Teacher Decision-Making and Flexibility
  • 31:40 The Complexity of Teaching
  • 33:17 Strategies for Live Marking and Feedback

We are a proud member of the Education Leaders Podcast network. For more great Education shows, head to: educationleaders.co/network

]]>efd1672d-f21d-4cc0-b860-ac6961a84d63Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:11:47 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the importance of practice, consolidation, and feedback in building long-term memory, highlighting the need for pre-planning guided and independent practice opportunities. It also explores the danger of performative practice, the tension between standardizing teaching and adaptive practice, and the significance of responsive teaching and strategic task design. The conversation delves into the significance of metacognition in early years practice and the embedding of metacognitive practice to encourage independent student thinking and reflection. It also explores the role of guided and independent practice, teacher decision-making, and the complexity of teaching. Additionally, it discusses strategies for live marking and feedback to reduce teacher workload and increase student impact.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Importance of practice, consolidation, and feedback in building long-term memory</li><li>The need for pre-planning guided and independent practice opportunities Metacognition in early years practice</li><li>The importance of live marking and feedback in reducing teacher workload and increasing student impact</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Importance of Practice, Consolidation, and Feedback</li><li>04:25 The Danger of Performative Practice</li><li>06:16 Standardizing Teaching and Adaptive Practice</li><li>08:40 Pre-Planning Guided and Independent Practice Opportunities</li><li>18:11 Responsive Teaching and Strategic Task Design</li><li>21:39 Metacognition in Early Years Practice</li><li>22:37 Embedding Metacognitive Practice</li><li>26:04 Guided and Independent Practice</li><li>29:26 Teacher Decision-Making and Flexibility</li><li>31:40 The Complexity of Teaching</li><li>33:17 Strategies for Live Marking and Feedback</li></ul><p></p><p>We are a proud member of the Education Leaders Podcast network. For more great Education shows, head to: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://educationleaders.co/network" target="_blank">educationleaders.co/network</a> </p>no00:44:3322Teaching on Purpose: Providing practice, consolidation and feedback with Yamina Bibifull<![CDATA[Teaching on Purpose: Continuous and enhanced provision with Sophie Darling]]>The episode features a conversation with Sophie Darling, a deputy headteacher, discussing the core purpose of providing practice, consolidation, and feedback in teaching. Sophie shares insights on the link between working memory and long-term memory, the use of enhanced provision for retrieval, practice, and consolidation, and the importance of task design with student thinking in mind. She also discusses the application of these principles in early years and Key Stage 1 education, as well as the challenges and adaptations in teaching practice.

Takeaways

  • Teacher decision-making is central to the core purpose of providing practice, consolidation, and feedback.
  • Enhanced provision allows for autonomy, choice, and scaffolding in student learning, contributing to the consolidation of knowledge and skills.

We are a proud member of the Education Leaders Podcast Network. For more great education shows, head to: educationleaders.co/network

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to the Core Purpose
  • 01:46 Creating Engaging Learning Environments
  • 02:44 Linking Working Memory and Long-Term Memory
  • 04:20 Task Design and Cognitive Science
  • 06:11 Autonomy and Agency in Learning
  • 07:49 Practice, Consolidation, and Feedback in Teaching
  • 12:12 Adapting Teaching Approaches
  • 17:40 Directing and Guiding Student Learning
  • 21:12 Challenges and Adaptations in Teaching Practice
  • 26:51 Conclusion and Call to Action
]]>e43c5803-0f58-4317-8f8e-3482b8a6159dFri, 11 Sep 2026 17:28:47 GMT<p>The episode features a conversation with Sophie Darling, a deputy headteacher, discussing the core purpose of providing practice, consolidation, and feedback in teaching. Sophie shares insights on the link between working memory and long-term memory, the use of enhanced provision for retrieval, practice, and consolidation, and the importance of task design with student thinking in mind. She also discusses the application of these principles in early years and Key Stage 1 education, as well as the challenges and adaptations in teaching practice.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Teacher decision-making is central to the core purpose of providing practice, consolidation, and feedback.</li><li>Enhanced provision allows for autonomy, choice, and scaffolding in student learning, contributing to the consolidation of knowledge and skills.</li></ul><p></p><p>We are a proud member of the Education Leaders Podcast Network. For more great education shows, head to: educationleaders.co/network</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to the Core Purpose</li><li>01:46 Creating Engaging Learning Environments</li><li>02:44 Linking Working Memory and Long-Term Memory</li><li>04:20 Task Design and Cognitive Science</li><li>06:11 Autonomy and Agency in Learning</li><li>07:49 Practice, Consolidation, and Feedback in Teaching</li><li>12:12 Adapting Teaching Approaches</li><li>17:40 Directing and Guiding Student Learning</li><li>21:12 Challenges and Adaptations in Teaching Practice</li><li>26:51 Conclusion and Call to Action</li></ul>no00:27:3922Teaching on Purpose: Continuous and enhanced provision with Sophie Darlingfull<![CDATA[Teaching on Purpose: Actions to consolidate understanding with Jamie Ainscow]]>In this episode, Jamie Ainscow, the head teacher of Ashbrook infant school, discusses the importance of decision making in teaching and the techniques used to provide practice, consolidation, and feedback. Jamie shares insights on using actions and visuals to support processing and the adaptation of these techniques to meet the needs of diverse learners. The conversation emphasizes the importance of flexibility and responsiveness in teaching, as well as the role of decision-making in promoting high-quality teaching.

Takeaways

  • Decision making is at the heart of effective teaching
  • Adaptation and flexibility are essential in meeting the diverse needs of learners

Chapters

  • 00:00 Structured Paired Talk and Flexibility in Teaching
]]>b3c1d778-3eb9-48cd-a691-7092a1a405c7Fri, 04 Sep 2026 11:48:54 GMT<p>In this episode, Jamie Ainscow, the head teacher of Ashbrook infant school, discusses the importance of decision making in teaching and the techniques used to provide practice, consolidation, and feedback. Jamie shares insights on using actions and visuals to support processing and the adaptation of these techniques to meet the needs of diverse learners. The conversation emphasizes the importance of flexibility and responsiveness in teaching, as well as the role of decision-making in promoting high-quality teaching.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Decision making is at the heart of effective teaching</li><li>Adaptation and flexibility are essential in meeting the diverse needs of learners</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Structured Paired Talk and Flexibility in Teaching</li></ul>no00:28:38Teaching on Purpose: Actions to consolidate understanding with Jamie Ainscowfull<![CDATA[Teaching on Purpose: Driving hard thinking with Yamina Bibi]]>The podcast episode delves into the importance of teacher agency and decision making in the context of great teaching. It explores the concept of driving hard thinking, the role of the teacher in this process, the nature of hard thinking, and strategies for driving hard thinking, with a focus on Socratic dialogue as a powerful tool. The conversation delves into the adaptation of Socratic seminars based on class size, the influence of purpose on seminar format, the importance of intellectual preparation, psychological safety, coaching, questioning, and thinking, as well as intellectual preparation for complexity.

Takeaways

  • Teacher agency is crucial for great teaching
  • Driving hard thinking involves metacognition and independent learning
  • Socratic dialogue is a powerful strategy for driving hard thinking Socratic seminars adapt to class size
  • Purpose drives seminar format

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to Teacher Decision Making
  • 01:33 Defining Driving Hard Thinking
  • 02:45 The Role of the Teacher in Driving Hard Thinking
  • 06:41 The Nature of Hard Thinking
  • 10:03 Strategies for Driving Hard Thinking
  • 25:52 Adapting Socratic Seminars
  • 26:56 Purpose-Driven Seminar Format
  • 29:08 Intellectual Preparation
  • 33:16 Psychological Safety and Coaching
  • 36:24 Questioning and Thinking
  • 45:26 Intellectual Preparation and Complexity
]]>9149d0bb-9006-4a76-a6bc-e48105da4168Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:04:42 GMT<p>The podcast episode delves into the importance of teacher agency and decision making in the context of great teaching. It explores the concept of driving hard thinking, the role of the teacher in this process, the nature of hard thinking, and strategies for driving hard thinking, with a focus on Socratic dialogue as a powerful tool. The conversation delves into the adaptation of Socratic seminars based on class size, the influence of purpose on seminar format, the importance of intellectual preparation, psychological safety, coaching, questioning, and thinking, as well as intellectual preparation for complexity.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Teacher agency is crucial for great teaching</li><li>Driving hard thinking involves metacognition and independent learning</li><li>Socratic dialogue is a powerful strategy for driving hard thinking Socratic seminars adapt to class size</li><li>Purpose drives seminar format</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to Teacher Decision Making</li><li>01:33 Defining Driving Hard Thinking</li><li>02:45 The Role of the Teacher in Driving Hard Thinking</li><li>06:41 The Nature of Hard Thinking</li><li>10:03 Strategies for Driving Hard Thinking</li><li>25:52 Adapting Socratic Seminars</li><li>26:56 Purpose-Driven Seminar Format</li><li>29:08 Intellectual Preparation</li><li>33:16 Psychological Safety and Coaching</li><li>36:24 Questioning and Thinking</li><li>45:26 Intellectual Preparation and Complexity</li></ul>no00:47:17113Teaching on Purpose: Driving hard thinking with Yamina Bibifull<![CDATA[Teaching on Purpose: Digital Quizzing with Sophie Silva]]>The conversation delves into the importance of context in decision making, the impact of teacher development on outcomes, and the interconnectedness of teaching purposes. It also explores the use of technology for instant feedback and support, as well as the adaptation and tweaking of core techniques to support different learners. The cyclical nature of practice, consolidation, and feedback is highlighted, along with the use of alternative techniques for practice and consolidation. The shared language for discussing teaching practices is emphasized as valuable for professional growth.

Takeaways

  • Context drives decision making in classrooms
  • Feedback supports retention and agency in teachers
  • Technology-based techniques can enhance practice, consolidation, and feedback
  • Shared language for discussing teaching practices is valuable

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to Providing Practice, Consolidation, and Feedback
  • 01:23 Sophie's Teaching Journey and Leadership Development
  • 02:09 The Impact of Teacher Development on Outcomes
  • 03:35 The Connection Between Agency, Decision Making, and Retention
  • 04:05 Using Technology for Instant Feedback and Support
  • 06:34 Adapting Techniques to Support Different Learners
  • 08:06 The Interconnectedness of Teaching Purposes
  • 10:04 The Cyclical Nature of Practice, Consolidation, and Feedback
  • 10:35 Adapting and Tweaking Core Techniques
  • 19:00 Alternative Techniques for Practice and Consolidation
]]>b4f758f6-e14c-4d9f-8fab-f0d0e5fea50dWed, 08 Jul 2026 19:16:21 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the importance of context in decision making, the impact of teacher development on outcomes, and the interconnectedness of teaching purposes. It also explores the use of technology for instant feedback and support, as well as the adaptation and tweaking of core techniques to support different learners. The cyclical nature of practice, consolidation, and feedback is highlighted, along with the use of alternative techniques for practice and consolidation. The shared language for discussing teaching practices is emphasized as valuable for professional growth.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Context drives decision making in classrooms</li><li>Feedback supports retention and agency in teachers</li><li>Technology-based techniques can enhance practice, consolidation, and feedback</li><li>Shared language for discussing teaching practices is valuable</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to Providing Practice, Consolidation, and Feedback</li><li>01:23 Sophie's Teaching Journey and Leadership Development</li><li>02:09 The Impact of Teacher Development on Outcomes</li><li>03:35 The Connection Between Agency, Decision Making, and Retention</li><li>04:05 Using Technology for Instant Feedback and Support</li><li>06:34 Adapting Techniques to Support Different Learners</li><li>08:06 The Interconnectedness of Teaching Purposes</li><li>10:04 The Cyclical Nature of Practice, Consolidation, and Feedback</li><li>10:35 Adapting and Tweaking Core Techniques</li><li>19:00 Alternative Techniques for Practice and Consolidation</li></ul>no00:28:41113Teaching on Purpose: Digital Quizzing with Sophie Silvafull<![CDATA[Teaching on Purpose: Oracy prompts with Mel Saunders]]>The conversation covers a range of topics related to education, leadership, and teaching techniques. It delves into the passion for education, the purpose of driving hard thinking, the dynamics of thinking, and the adaptation of teaching techniques. It also emphasizes the importance of classroom culture and the different types of thinking required in education.

Takeaways

  • Passion for education drives school improvement
  • Adapting teaching techniques to classroom culture is essential

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Background
  • 06:16 The Purpose of Driving Hard Thinking
  • 13:28 Adapting Oral Rehearsal Techniques
  • 19:20 Teaching Techniques and Classroom Culture
  • 24:31 Adapting Routines and Techniques
  • 32:06 Conclusion and Call to Action
]]>68f4e019-ce19-4bd1-9a75-6f6ec27689ffMon, 06 Jul 2026 09:31:12 GMT<p>The conversation covers a range of topics related to education, leadership, and teaching techniques. It delves into the passion for education, the purpose of driving hard thinking, the dynamics of thinking, and the adaptation of teaching techniques. It also emphasizes the importance of classroom culture and the different types of thinking required in education.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Passion for education drives school improvement</li><li>Adapting teaching techniques to classroom culture is essential</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Background</li><li>06:16 The Purpose of Driving Hard Thinking</li><li>13:28 Adapting Oral Rehearsal Techniques</li><li>19:20 Teaching Techniques and Classroom Culture</li><li>24:31 Adapting Routines and Techniques</li><li>32:06 Conclusion and Call to Action</li></ul>no00:32:51112Teaching on Purpose: Oracy prompts with Mel Saundersfull<![CDATA[Teaching on Purpose: No Rounding up with Lynsey Steadman]]>The podcast episode features a conversation about teacher decision-making and driving hard thinking in the classroom. It delves into the purposeful use of teaching techniques and the adaptation of these techniques to meet the specific needs of students. The episode emphasizes the importance of purposeful decision-making in teaching and the collaborative nature of the teaching profession.

Takeaways

  • Teacher decision-making
  • Driving hard thinking

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to Teaching on Purpose Podcast
  • 13:24 Adapting Teaching Techniques for Student Needs
  • 18:50 Purposeful Decision-Making in Teaching
]]>daf94d7c-6045-4a44-b3fa-a8f35889ff65Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:44:22 GMT<p>The podcast episode features a conversation about teacher decision-making and driving hard thinking in the classroom. It delves into the purposeful use of teaching techniques and the adaptation of these techniques to meet the specific needs of students. The episode emphasizes the importance of purposeful decision-making in teaching and the collaborative nature of the teaching profession.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Teacher decision-making</li><li>Driving hard thinking</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to Teaching on Purpose Podcast</li><li>13:24 Adapting Teaching Techniques for Student Needs</li><li>18:50 Purposeful Decision-Making in Teaching</li></ul>no00:23:01111Teaching on Purpose: No Rounding up with Lynsey Steadmanfull<![CDATA[Teaching on Purpose: Think Pair Share with Hattie Farrer]]>The episode explores the purpose of driving hard thinking and the technique of ThinkPairShare. Hattie shares her teaching journey and experience in Uganda, while Adam discusses the adaptation and application of the ThinkPairShare technique. The conversation emphasizes the importance of decision-making in teaching and the need for adaptability based on the learning context.

Takeaways

  • Purposeful adaptation of teaching techniques
  • Understanding the cognitive effort required for learning

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to Driving Hard Thinking
  • 06:00 Memory and Cognitive Effort
  • 11:51 Adapting ThinkPairShare Technique
  • 18:17 Adapting ThinkPairShare Technique
  • 25:37 When ThinkPairShare is Not Suitable
]]>899f4441-9a75-4cf9-959e-ef31564122a2Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:09:23 GMT<p>The episode explores the purpose of driving hard thinking and the technique of ThinkPairShare. Hattie shares her teaching journey and experience in Uganda, while Adam discusses the adaptation and application of the ThinkPairShare technique. The conversation emphasizes the importance of decision-making in teaching and the need for adaptability based on the learning context.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Purposeful adaptation of teaching techniques</li><li>Understanding the cognitive effort required for learning</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to Driving Hard Thinking</li><li>06:00 Memory and Cognitive Effort</li><li>11:51 Adapting ThinkPairShare Technique</li><li>18:17 Adapting ThinkPairShare Technique</li><li>25:37 When ThinkPairShare is Not Suitable</li></ul>no00:32:10110Teaching on Purpose: Think Pair Share with Hattie Farrerfull<![CDATA[Teaching on Purpose DfE White paper Special with Sarah Armitage]]>The podcast series explores pertinent educational issues, with a focus on early years education. The first episode features Sarah Armitage, a head teacher with a passion for early years education. Sarah shares her journey from studying early childhood studies to becoming a head teacher, emphasizing the importance of early years principles and inclusive practice. The conversation explores the tension between early identification of developmental needs in children and the labeling of children with special educational needs (SEND). It delves into the importance of high expectations and inclusion, as well as the preservation of agency and resilience in education. The discussion also highlights the need to extend the characteristics of effective learning beyond early years.

Takeaways

  • Early years education is a critical foundation for children's development.
  • Inclusive practice in early years education is essential and should be integrated into the classroom culture. Early identification of developmental needs is essential, but labeling children with SEND should be approached with caution.
  • True inclusion demands high expectations and a commitment to preserving agency and resilience in all children.
  • Extending the characteristics of effective learning beyond early years is crucial for fostering autonomy and flexibility in learning.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Balancing Early Identification of SEND
  • 47:03 Extending Characteristics of Effective Learning
]]>ab4033ad-d33d-4987-ba82-decc58b0bd9cThu, 11 Jun 2026 10:15:30 GMT<p>The podcast series explores pertinent educational issues, with a focus on early years education. The first episode features Sarah Armitage, a head teacher with a passion for early years education. Sarah shares her journey from studying early childhood studies to becoming a head teacher, emphasizing the importance of early years principles and inclusive practice. The conversation explores the tension between early identification of developmental needs in children and the labeling of children with special educational needs (SEND). It delves into the importance of high expectations and inclusion, as well as the preservation of agency and resilience in education. The discussion also highlights the need to extend the characteristics of effective learning beyond early years.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Early years education is a critical foundation for children's development.</li><li>Inclusive practice in early years education is essential and should be integrated into the classroom culture. Early identification of developmental needs is essential, but labeling children with SEND should be approached with caution.</li><li>True inclusion demands high expectations and a commitment to preserving agency and resilience in all children.</li><li>Extending the characteristics of effective learning beyond early years is crucial for fostering autonomy and flexibility in learning.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Balancing Early Identification of SEND</li><li>47:03 Extending Characteristics of Effective Learning</li></ul>no00:55:3619Teaching on Purpose DfE White paper Special with Sarah Armitagefull<![CDATA[Teaching on Purpose: Am I being clear? Communicating meaning with Yamina Bibi]]>The conversation delves into the purpose of communicating meaning and the prerequisites for effective communication. It explores the challenges faced by teachers in communicating abstract concepts and the importance of clarity in explanations. The discussion also highlights the link between engagement and the way in which meaning is communicated, emphasizing the need for sustained thought and attention. The paradox of flexibility and adaptation is explored, along with the magic of being well-prepared and having solid knowledge. The conversation concludes with a focus on the challenges faced by teachers in communicating meaning effectively. The conversation delves into the challenges of using tangents and personal stories in teaching, the importance of choosing the right examples and stories, the distinction between the features of a story and the actual stories, the abstract vs. concrete challenge, the concept of scaffolding and incremental explanation, the relationship between concrete understanding and the abstract, and the significance of intellectual preparation and top tips for communicating meaning effectively.

Takeaways

  • Communicating meaning requires deep understanding of the content being taught
  • Flexibility and adaptation are essential for effective communication of meaning
  • Engagement is linked to the way in which meaning is communicated Tangents and stories can distract from the key point being communicated.
  • Using multiple examples and analogies can help students understand abstract concepts.
  • Intellectual preparation and deep subject knowledge are essential for effective explanation.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Challenges of Communicating Meaning for Teachers
  • 24:35 The Temptation of Tangents and Stories
  • 30:13 Abstract vs. Concrete Challenge
  • 36:02 Scaffolding and Incremental Explanation
  • 43:28 Intellectual Preparation and Top Tips for Communicating Meaning
]]>99802dee-1c8d-424d-b7de-7c2ddf79d7fbTue, 09 Jun 2026 10:51:21 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the purpose of communicating meaning and the prerequisites for effective communication. It explores the challenges faced by teachers in communicating abstract concepts and the importance of clarity in explanations. The discussion also highlights the link between engagement and the way in which meaning is communicated, emphasizing the need for sustained thought and attention. The paradox of flexibility and adaptation is explored, along with the magic of being well-prepared and having solid knowledge. The conversation concludes with a focus on the challenges faced by teachers in communicating meaning effectively. The conversation delves into the challenges of using tangents and personal stories in teaching, the importance of choosing the right examples and stories, the distinction between the features of a story and the actual stories, the abstract vs. concrete challenge, the concept of scaffolding and incremental explanation, the relationship between concrete understanding and the abstract, and the significance of intellectual preparation and top tips for communicating meaning effectively.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Communicating meaning requires deep understanding of the content being taught</li><li>Flexibility and adaptation are essential for effective communication of meaning</li><li>Engagement is linked to the way in which meaning is communicated Tangents and stories can distract from the key point being communicated.</li><li>Using multiple examples and analogies can help students understand abstract concepts.</li><li>Intellectual preparation and deep subject knowledge are essential for effective explanation.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Challenges of Communicating Meaning for Teachers</li><li>24:35 The Temptation of Tangents and Stories</li><li>30:13 Abstract vs. Concrete Challenge</li><li>36:02 Scaffolding and Incremental Explanation</li><li>43:28 Intellectual Preparation and Top Tips for Communicating Meaning</li></ul>no00:47:0118Teaching on Purpose: Am I being clear? Communicating meaning with Yamina Bibifull<![CDATA[Teaching on Purpose: Lauren Pickering]]>The episode features a conversation between Adam and Lauren, focusing on the purpose of communicating meaning in teaching. Lauren introduces the 'whole class feedback slide' technique and discusses its impact on teacher workload, student engagement, and progress. The conversation also delves into adaptation and the interplay between purpose and context in teaching, the importance of teacher belief in a technique, and the role of leadership in fostering collective ethos and mental models of learning and teaching.

Takeaways

  • Teacher belief in a technique is crucial for its effectiveness.
  • The interplay between purpose and context in teaching is essential for adapting techniques to suit the demands of different situations.

]]>fcdc23bd-a9f1-46e5-8670-d82a72220c9dTue, 02 Jun 2026 12:55:32 GMT<p>The episode features a conversation between Adam and Lauren, focusing on the purpose of communicating meaning in teaching. Lauren introduces the 'whole class feedback slide' technique and discusses its impact on teacher workload, student engagement, and progress. The conversation also delves into adaptation and the interplay between purpose and context in teaching, the importance of teacher belief in a technique, and the role of leadership in fostering collective ethos and mental models of learning and teaching.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Teacher belief in a technique is crucial for its effectiveness.</li><li>The interplay between purpose and context in teaching is essential for adapting techniques to suit the demands of different situations.<p></p></li></ul>no00:26:3017Teaching on Purpose: Lauren Pickeringfull<![CDATA[Teaching on Purpose: Henry Cross]]>The conversation delves into the core teaching technique of I do, we do, you do, its adaptations and variations, and the role of assessment and feedback in teaching. Henry Cross shares insights on the technique's application and the importance of professional judgment in teaching.

Takeaways

  • I do, we do, you do - a core teaching technique
  • Adaptations and variations of the I do, we do, you do technique
  • Assessment and feedback in teaching

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Background
  • 16:22 Adaptations and Variations of the Technique
  • 24:53 Assessment and Feedback in Teaching
]]>fe0345f1-4bff-49b8-81d3-3abf5e164703Fri, 22 May 2026 19:12:08 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the core teaching technique of I do, we do, you do, its adaptations and variations, and the role of assessment and feedback in teaching. Henry Cross shares insights on the technique's application and the importance of professional judgment in teaching.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>I do, we do, you do - a core teaching technique</li><li>Adaptations and variations of the I do, we do, you do technique</li><li>Assessment and feedback in teaching</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Background</li><li>16:22 Adaptations and Variations of the Technique</li><li>24:53 Assessment and Feedback in Teaching</li></ul>no00:32:1315Teaching on Purpose: Henry Crossfull<![CDATA[Teaching on Purpose: Noureddine Mlaouhi]]>The episode features a conversation between Adam and Nuruddin Mlaouhi, focusing on the purpose of communicating meaning in teaching. Nuruddin shares insights on live modeling as a technique for communicating meaning, the importance of cognitive load, and the use of group work to enhance student understanding. The conversation emphasizes the need for teachers to be responsive and make the right decisions at the right time for the right reason.

Takeaways

  • Live modeling is a powerful technique for communicating meaning in teaching.
  • Understanding student cognitive load is crucial for adapting teaching techniques.
  • Group work can be used to enhance student understanding and encourage learning from peers.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to Communicating Meaning
  • 10:27 Adapting Live Modeling
  • 21:18 Group Work as an Alternative Technique
]]>2b79afe7-8d3b-4ade-9d16-0c915af5480eMon, 11 May 2026 09:47:46 GMT<p>The episode features a conversation between Adam and Nuruddin Mlaouhi, focusing on the purpose of communicating meaning in teaching. Nuruddin shares insights on live modeling as a technique for communicating meaning, the importance of cognitive load, and the use of group work to enhance student understanding. The conversation emphasizes the need for teachers to be responsive and make the right decisions at the right time for the right reason.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Live modeling is a powerful technique for communicating meaning in teaching.</li><li>Understanding student cognitive load is crucial for adapting teaching techniques.</li><li>Group work can be used to enhance student understanding and encourage learning from peers.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to Communicating Meaning</li><li>10:27 Adapting Live Modeling</li><li>21:18 Group Work as an Alternative Technique</li></ul>no00:28:44Teaching on Purpose: Noureddine Mlaouhifull<![CDATA[Teaching on Purpose: Yamina Bibi]]>In this episode, Adam and Yamina discuss the purpose of securing, maintaining, and regaining attention in the classroom. They explore the importance of whole school consistency, the impact of extraneous cognitive load on attention, and the role of attention across all phases of a lesson. They also delve into the difference between visible clues and cognitive attending, as well as the adaptation of a whole school approach to attention techniques. The conversation delves into the importance of securing and maintaining attention in the classroom, the need for adapting techniques for individual students, the significance of consistency in whole school culture, the challenges in leadership of teaching and learning, and the purpose of securing attention in the context of teaching and professional development.

]]>10ba3f1a-c828-4b35-9e4b-a72bb93ba7f0Wed, 06 May 2026 21:48:34 GMT<p>In this episode, Adam and Yamina discuss the purpose of securing, maintaining, and regaining attention in the classroom. They explore the importance of whole school consistency, the impact of extraneous cognitive load on attention, and the role of attention across all phases of a lesson. They also delve into the difference between visible clues and cognitive attending, as well as the adaptation of a whole school approach to attention techniques. The conversation delves into the importance of securing and maintaining attention in the classroom, the need for adapting techniques for individual students, the significance of consistency in whole school culture, the challenges in leadership of teaching and learning, and the purpose of securing attention in the context of teaching and professional development.</p>no00:47:2814Teaching on Purpose: Yamina Bibifull<![CDATA[Teaching on Purpose: Ian Stonnell]]>In this episode Adam is joined by Ian Stonnell, Assistant Head for Teaching and Learning at Denbigh High school. Adam and Ian get into the popular technique of SLANT and Ian talks us through when he uses it, when he tweaks it and when he uses a different technique for the same purpose.

]]>d44245bb-3dad-4fb9-9aa6-637e5ec54c8fFri, 01 May 2026 08:12:39 GMT<p>In this episode Adam is joined by Ian Stonnell, Assistant Head for Teaching and Learning at Denbigh High school. Adam and Ian get into the popular technique of SLANT and Ian talks us through when he uses it, when he tweaks it and when he uses a different technique for the same purpose.</p>no00:22:4413Teaching on Purpose: Ian Stonnellfull<![CDATA[Teaching on Purpose: Gavin Ward]]>In this episode, host, Adam and Gavin Ward, Assistant Head at Kempston Academy, dig into securing, maintaining and regaining attention through a 3,2,1 Countdown.

]]>8abc49e9-200d-44c1-94c1-656b4d78a475Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:01:54 GMT<p>In this episode, host, Adam and Gavin Ward, Assistant Head at Kempston Academy, dig into securing, maintaining and regaining attention through a 3,2,1 Countdown.</p>no00:27:1812Teaching on Purpose: Gavin Wardfull<![CDATA[Teaching on Purpose: Nadine Cotton]]>In this first episode, host, Adam and Nadine Cotton, Director of Secondary standards and Quality of Education, talk about purpose. What is it that drives teacher decision making in the classroom and how can we make sure that we put those drivers, (our purposes) at the heart of how we talk about teaching...

]]>8f14b146-3c8f-46f9-952e-044f9dd2f548Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:45:00 GMT<p>In this first episode, host, Adam and Nadine Cotton, Director of Secondary standards and Quality of Education, talk about purpose. What is it that drives teacher decision making in the classroom and how can we make sure that we put those drivers, (our purposes) at the heart of how we talk about teaching...</p>no00:39:3511Teaching on Purpose: Nadine Cottonfull