Empowering students as agents of change

In this episode we explore how South Australian schools are empowering students to take charge of their learning through the concept of learner agency. Join Brenton Wilson from Kilkenny Primary School, Narelle Christiansen from Avenues College, and students Elliot and Joe as they share their exper…

Enhancing literacy through the Multi-tiered System of Supports (MTSS)

Joining us in this literacy-focussed episode is Dr Kate de Bruin, a senior lecturer in Inclusive Education at Monash University. Dr. de Bruin delves into the research underpinning the Multi-tiered System of Supports (MTSS), a framework designed to provide targeted reading instruction and intervent…

Redefining student success with Naracoorte High School

In this episode we explore how Naracoorte High School’s work with the New Metrics Project is impacting equity and excellence in education and reshaping the future for students. Principal Lynette Corletto and Senior Leader Felicity Slotegraaf share their insights on this innovative partnership with…

Transitioning young learners from kindy to classroom through the mid-year intake

In this episode Jodie Zwar, Principal of Gladstone Primary School, unpacks the intricacies of transitioning our young children from preschool to primary school, and how Gladstone’s approach fosters a successful transition. Hear how the collaborative efforts of educators, the benefits of early expos…

Connecting through languages in the new SA Curriculum

Miriam Parsons, Manager Languages and Bilingual Schools and Amy Goodrich, Indonesian Specialist Teacher explore how the focus on languages in the new SA Curriculum for public education will have a positive outcome for students’ wellbeing and sense of community throughout their schooling.  Show not…

Supporting the safety and wellbeing of neurodivergent and autistic students

In this episode Professor Sally Robinson, Professor of Disability and Community Inclusion and Professor Gerry Redmond, Professor of Public Policy unpack the crucial topic of supporting the safety and wellbeing of autistic and neurodivergent children in our schools and preschools. They shed light o…

Learning trajectories in mathematics

Discover what learning trajectories are and how they can support you to help students develop their mathematics abilities. Joining us this episode from the University of Denver are Doug Clements, Professor of Early Childhood Learning and Julie Sarama, Professor of Innovative Technologies. They we…

The beauty and humanity of mathematics with Benediktsson-Karwa Professor Francis Su

This episode provides an insight into how mathematics is more than just a set of skills and how educators can develop a joy and wonder for mathematics. Francis Su is the Benediktsson-Karwa Professor of Mathematics at Harvey Mudd College and a former president of the Mathematical Association of Ame…

2024 - A year of learning with Professor Martin Westwell, Chief Executive

In this episode we sit down with Chief Executive Professor Martin Westwell to discuss what's next in 2024 following the release of last year’s public education strategy. Professor Westwell says it’ll be a year of educators putting things like the areas of impact into practice but not being too judg…

Navigating the journey from teacher to leader with Orbis professional learning

This episode offers insights into the teacher to leader transition and the vital role of high-quality professional development. Join us as Kurt Ferguson from Taparra Primary School (previously South Downs Primary School) shares how Orbis professional learning programs, including Middle Leadership,…