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Episode 1 | Oracy and Social Mobility with Mike Gardner

Dr. Shaddai Tembo is joined by Mike Gardner to discuss the importance of oracy and the causes of language gaps in classrooms. They discuss the challenges of screen time, further compounded by the Covid-19 pandemic, and how this period in our history and a lack of pedagogy around digital technology has resulted in a lack…

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Dr Shaddai Tembo Podcast Podcast Series 8 Primary TTS

Meet Podcast Guest: Mike Gardner

Mike Gardner joins host Dr. Shaddai Tembo for Series 8 of the TTS Talking Educators' Podcast to discuss the power of Oracy - otherwise known as Language and Communication. Mike is the Founder of The Oracy Shift, an organisation aiming to put oracy at the heart of education. His work includes leading oracy CPD, thought…

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Dr Shaddai Tembo Podcast Podcast Series 8 TTS

Dr Shaddai Tembo: Meet the host of the Educators’ Podcast Series 8

Meet the host of the award-winning TTS Talking Educators' Podcast; unlocking the potential for learning in the Primary and Early Years! Series 8, hosted by Dr Shaddai Tembo, aims to highlight the importance of language and communication - otherwise referred to as 'oracy' - and provide practitioners with strategies for the classroom. Each week, Shaddai…

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Mark Loveday Podcast Podcast Series 7 TTS

Episode 20 | The future of SEN support with Michael Surr

Mark Loveday is joined by Michael Surr for a final episode, to discuss partnerships and resources for SEN, as well as the role of technology in education. The episode highlights the role that nasen plays in SEN support and Michael discusses the new partnership with TTS, who have agreed to be nasen’s strategic partner for…

Bytomjames12 June 20250Comments

Mark Loveday Podcast Podcast Series 7 TTS

Episode 19 | The role of SENCOs and Support Staff with Michael Surr

In this episode, Mark Loveday is joined by Michael Surr to discuss what a Special Education Needs Coordinator (SENCO) does and how their role is very much planning rather than delivering the provision. Practical tips for practitioners Michael discusses the role everybody has to play in supporting all children and focuses on the importance of…

Bytomjames5 June 20250Comments

Mark Loveday Podcast Podcast Series 7 TTS

Episode 18 | SEN support challenges and barriers with Michael Surr

Mark Loveday is joined again by Michael Surr to talk about SEN in Primary Settings. In this episode, the pair talk about understanding SEN support and funding challenges as well as provision management. Practical tips for practitioners Mark and Michael talk about the importance of labels versus needs and teacher training, including support for new…

Bytomjames29 May 20250Comments

Mark Loveday Podcast Podcast Series 7 TTS

Episode 17 | SEN Differences, Challenges and Strategies with Michael Surr

Mark Loveday is joined by Michael Surr to break down SEND categories and different needs, as well as strategies for inclusive teaching and transition. Practical tips for practitioners The pair look at common classroom challenges and highlight the importance of evaluating strengths of each child to understand how to deliver effective education. Practitioners can get…

Bytomjames22 May 20250Comments

Podcast Podcast Series 7 Primary TTS

Meet Podcast Guest: Michael Surr

Michael Surr joins our host Mark Loveday on Series 7 of the TTS Talking Educators' Podcast to discuss the SEN Landscape and what support is available. Michael has worked for nasen since 2016 and is currently Head of Education. His background is in primary education both in the UK and abroad. He has worked as…

Bytomjames19 May 20250Comments

Mark Loveday Podcast Podcast Series 7 TTS

Episode 16 | The role of play in language development with Emma Jordan

Mark Loveday is joined by Emma Jordan for a final episode, to discuss the importance that play has on the language development of children. The episode highlights what high quality play really is and how crucial it can be in supporting the development of communication skills. Practical tips for practitioners Emma and Mark talk about…

Bytomjames15 May 20250Comments

Mark Loveday Podcast Podcast Series 7 TTS

Episode 15 | Using technology to support communication with Emma Jordan

In this episode, Mark Loveday is joined by Emma Jordan to discuss how technology impacts communication in children, exploring ways which parents and practitioners can use it to help support child development. Practical tips for practitioners Emma and Mark talk about the importance of visual learning and sequencing when transitioning from early years to primary,…

Bytomjames8 May 20250Comments

World of Education

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Episode 1 | Oracy and Social Mobility with Mike Gardner

Meet Podcast Guest: Mike Gardner

Dr Shaddai Tembo: Meet the host of the Educators’ Podcast Series 8

Episode 20 | The future of SEN support with Michael Surr

Episode 19 | The role of SENCOs and Support Staff with Michael Surr

Episode 18 | SEN support challenges and barriers with Michael Surr

Episode 17 | SEN Differences, Challenges and Strategies with Michael Surr

Meet Podcast Guest: Michael Surr

Episode 16 | The role of play in language development with Emma Jordan

Episode 15 | Using technology to support communication with Emma Jordan

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