In this episode we dive into some listener mail with questions about privilege and then we talk about the Tortoise and Hare thinkers. This involves the systemic bias in artificial examination environments and the harm it does to all of our students. Thanks Revisionist History!

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TTT Ep 139: Tortoise and the Privilege

In this episode, we talk about the readjustment of back to home learning for Australian/NSW teachers and the value of non-essential roles in schools. Also, how great is book week!   But Pete has a big focus on Inquiry-Based learning and the recent articles by the Conversation and several trad articles that have a real problem on student-centered learning. Apparently, the majority of teachers rely on inquiry-based programs. This however is clearly not the case. In fact, teachers use loads of different modalities because they’re professionals.   The Learning from Home resources via the AISNSW https://www.aisnsw.edu.au/learning-from-home   The Look of a Compass Points done digitally via Padlet. 

TTT Ep 138: The conversation about Inquiry based learning

This week we discuss metaphor as a privileged types of language, Pete mansplains Sonic the Hedgehog and Shawtima talks about the Gradual Release of Responsibility model. Transfer of knowledge and utilisation of 21st Century Skills also become part of our discussion today. Transfer of knowledge from one area to another is a learnable skill. But most importantly, let's remember our new motto "Yeah, what Pete said"! @ShawtimaSmiles @Mr_van_w and support the episode via Patreon   https://memory-alpha.fandom.com/wiki/Darmok_(episode)  

TTT Ep 137: Darmok & Jalad at Tanagra!

In this episode we cover a wide variety of topics including Learning Styles and VARK, a way to introduce welcome to country in an academically valued way and most importantly, science where rats drive cars for education. Hell yeah. Stay Shiny Pony Boy,  

TTT Ep 136: Learning Styles, VARKING mad!

Hi TTT Fam, Here we have an episode that almost never made it out of the gates thanks to some dodgy recording.  We got the sound good though! Enjoy.

TTT Episode 135: A long time coming

 Hey in this episode Pete (@mr_van_w) and Shawtima (@shawtimasmiles) talk about: Stuff. Not gonna lie, there’s some late night energy going on here and Pete ended up spending a considerable amount of time unwell this week (hence the late ep). But here we are. Here is Stile for our Science teacher friends: https://stileapp.com/login no add here but check it out. It’s genuinely useful. Tell them Pete and Shawtima sent you, they won’t care. We come back to some things that we’ve been talking about and trying, to let you know how they went. Then there are some articles. Shawti talks about this article on the Conversation https://theconversation.com/the-proposed-new-maths-curriculum-doesnt-dumb-down-content-it-actually-demands-more-of-students-162088 Go us. Anyway, I’m going back to bed til I feel better. Also, join Pete on Pokemon GO! His trainer number is 1783 2412 6146. For real, do it. He plays and sends gifts daily. Support the podcast on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/CatfishEducation, it really really helps us keep this regular. Stay Shiny Pony Boy!               

Episode 134: Proper late night energy on the pod.

Hey in this episode Pete (@mr_van_w) and Shawtima (@shawtimasmiles) talk about: In this episode we share a win at school with an indigenous program at our nation’s peak STEM body, CSIRO.    We delve into Mastery Learning and Education Systems, particularly around the online platform setup by Sal Khan. We also look at the   In another win for the Aboriginal Australians we discuss the modern usage of Aboriginal pedagogy in the classroom at Higher Education levels and High School. Also, why it’s important to value our culture … but you know, that’s obvious.   We also look at some listener feedback and the icky feelings data can leave. We looked at the #Edureading article that lined up so well accidentally with podcast 132   Podcast: People I (Mostly) Admire Steven Levitt   Episode 22. Sal Khan: “If It Works for 15 Cousins, It Could Work for a Billion People.”   The ‘doublethink’ of data: educational performativity and the field of schooling practices by Ian Hardy and Steven Lewis   Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/CatfishEducation 

Episode 133: Sad Teacher Daddy

Hey in this episode Pete (@mr_van_w) and Shawtima (@shawtimasmiles) talk about: Thinking Routines (Headlines) and how they've adapted them to suit what they want to do in the classroom. We talk ever so briefly about the authoritarian rise of the Flipped Teacher in an article from Times Higher Education. We talk in more depth about the New Pedagogies for Deep Learning that is going on at Pete’s school - The Central West Leadership Academy. This is from the book Dive into Deep Learning: Tools for Engagement (non-affiliate link - as if they’d pay us). Then Shawtima gets real misogynistic, and focuses on the work of a dude while talking about a book written primarily by a female educator (Lynn D Sharratt) and other work by Michael Fullan. To be fair, Pete was mostly distracted by what he thought was Shawtima’s insane Trad ramblings of rankings but then it all came good. Also, join Pete on Pokemon GO! His trainer number is 1783 2412 6146. For real, do it. He plays and sends gifts daily. Support the podcast on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/CatfishEducation, it really really helps us keep this regular. Stay Shiny Pony Boy!

TTT Episode 132: Not Pretty, But Pretty Useful

Pete (@mr_van_w) is back with the original Shiny Educator, Shawtima (@ShawtimaSmiles).  It's time to introduce some changes, to the podcast but also not really. Mostly, it's the same nonsense you already love. Pete and Shawti are talking about all sorts of stuff in this episode. For example, Dungeons and Dragons in schools for students who are either neurodivergent or need social skills.  We also cover Student Leadership, and getting kids good. Also we 

TTT Episode 131: ADHD Squared

Pete (@mr_van_w) shares how his school celebrated International Women's Day and discusses some of the considerations to running genuine activities and conversations.   John (@jfcatto) then looks at some Biesta's functions of education and the need for having a conversations about what we value in education.   Good education in an age of measurement: On the need to reconnect with the question of purpose in education - Gert Biesta https://www.researchgate.net/publication/41529875_Good_Education_in_an_Age_of_Measurement_On_the_Need_to_Reconnect_with_the_Question_of_Purpose_in_Education   Jared Cooney Horvath - What is the purpose of Education https://youtu.be/3BEjnXS6DXg Tea and Consent - Blue Seat Studios https://youtu.be/pZwvrxVavnQ  How to Put on a Sock https://youtu.be/06kT9yfj7QE   Visit our website: https://www.catfish.education/ Email us feedback or suggestions: catfisheducation@gmail.com  Read Pete's blog: https://mrvanw.com/ Support us on Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/CatfishEducation Buy some merch:  https://www.redbubble.com/people/CatfishEd/explore  

TTT Episode 130: Women's Day and Testing What We Value

This week Pete (@mr_van_w) shares a resource and encourages non-indigenous people to get involved in Aboriginal education and teaching Aboriginal perspectives. John (@jfcatto) then has a whine about the effects of politics on professional development opportunities.    Educator Resource: 'But I am NOT ABORIGINAL I don't know how to do this stuff!' - Amy Thunig (@amythunig) https://thebabyacademic.com/2018/09/07/but-i-am-not-aboriginal-i-dont-know-how-to-do-this-stuff/   Stop the political meddling: Who is really setting education policy in NSW -  Marco Cimino (@MrMCimino) https://educationhq.com/news/stop-the-political-meddling-who-is-really-setting-education-policy-in-nsw-88829       Visit our website: https://www.catfish.education/ Email us feedback or suggestions: catfisheducation@gmail.com  Read Pete's blog: https://mrvanw.com/ Support us on Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/CatfishEducation Buy some merch:  https://www.redbubble.com/people/CatfishEd/explore

TTT Episode 129: Aboriginal Education By Everyone and The Politics of Professional Development

Hi TTT Family, No John this week so I thought I'd reflect a little on life and my new schools for you. Enjoy, Pete @mr_van_w

TTT128 Dear John

This week John (@jfcatto) checks in to see how "Learning Pods" worked out. Are they the silver bullet to combatting school shutdowns? (Spoilers: No).  Pete (@mr_van_w) read a couple of books. One he likes and one he doesn't like so much.    Articles: Learning Pods Show Their Cracks - Ronda Kaysen  https://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/22/style/learning-pods-pros-and-cons.html   Democracy in Education - John Dewey https://allenbolar.files.wordpress.com/2015/03/dewey-democracy.pdf   Running the Room - Tom Bennett (@tombennett71) https://www.ollielovell.com/errr/tom-bennett-behaviour-management-running-the-room/ https://www.johncattbookshop.com/running-the-room-the-teacher-s-guide-to-behaviour https://www.booktopia.com.au/running-the-room-tom-bennett/book/9781913622145.html     Visit our website: https://www.catfish.education/ Email us feedback or suggestions: catfisheducation@gmail.com  Read Pete's blog: https://mrvanw.com/ Support us on Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/CatfishEducation Buy some merch:  https://www.redbubble.com/people/CatfishEd/explore

TTT Episode 127: Do Learning Pods Work and Ruling Over the Room

Welcome to 2021. We made it. More importantly Pete (@mr_van_w) made it. In this episode Pete and John (@jfcatto) reflect on the year that was and hopes for the year that will be. Pete shares his story and looks for silver linings in the lessons learned from this life changing experience.

TTT Episode 126: Welcome to 2021

This week Pete (@mr_van_w) and John (@jfcatto) return to some of their trusted wellsprings of pedagogy. John outlines some tips for putting together educational videos. Pete describes a cool twist on the use of solo hexagons in the classroom.     How to Create Engaging Instructional Videos - Jenny Gieras https://www.edutopia.org/article/how-create-engaging-instructional-videos   Digital Learning Selector - NSW DofE https://app.education.nsw.gov.au/digital-learning-selector/    Hexagonal Thinking: A Colorful Tool for Discussion - Betsy Potash https://www.cultofpedagogy.com/hexagonal-thinking/         Visit our website: https://www.catfish.education/ Email us feedback or suggestions: catfisheducation@gmail.com  Read Pete's blog: https://mrvanw.com/ Support us on Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/CatfishEducation Buy some merch:  https://www.redbubble.com/people/CatfishEd/explore

TTT Episode 125: Instructional Videos and Solo Hexagons

John Catterson (@jfcatto) and Pete Whiting (@mr_van_w) are two Australian Flipped Educators. Together they talk education, pedagogy and current practice. Find more of Pete and John: Website - www.catfisheducation.com YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/MrCattersonScience YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/PWhiting

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