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Episode 12: F1 in Schools – a truly STEAM-based initiative

In episode 12, Mark Steed and Chris Birch, the Head of Key Stage 2 at Citizens School in Dubai, conclude the STEAM topic with a deep dive into the F1 in Schools challenge. Leaning on his experiences as a F1 in Schools co-ordinator, Chris shares what the challenge involves and why he’s so passionate about the…

Bytomjames4 July 20230Comments

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Episode 11: Early childhood STEAM – the earlier the better

In this episode, Mark Steed and Chris Birch, the Head of Key Stage 2 at Citizens School in Dubai, reconvene to look back at STEM at the foundation stage. Chris discusses the importance of STEAM from an early age, encouraging children to be curious, and creative and fostering hands-on opportunities. (The views expressed throughout this podcast are…

Bytomjames27 June 20230Comments

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Episode 10: Artificial Intelligence – use cases for the classroom

In episode 10 of the TTS Talking Teachers’ podcast, Mark Steed is joined again by Chris Birch, Head of Key Stage 2 at Citizens School in Dubai, to discuss AI (Artificial Intelligence) in education. Dispelling the myth that it is cheating to use artificial intelligence; Chris shares the impact that it’s making in his classroom, from…

Bytomjames20 June 20230Comments

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Episode 9: STEAM or STEM – Why art plays a role

In this TTS Talking podcast episode, Mark Steed is joined by Chris Birch, the Head of Key Stage 2 at Citizens School in Dubai. Chris brings 11 years of experience in teaching at various international schools in the UAE. Sharing his passion for multi-disciplinary learning, Chris discusses why he believes schools still need STEAM and why…

Bytomjames13 June 20230Comments

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Episode 8: Fostering mental health in education 

In episode 8 of the TTS Talking Teachers' podcast, Mark Steed and Noha Gaafar from the British International School in Cairo reconvene to explore how schools can provide support for children facing mental health challenges. Prioritizing mental health Mental health has emerged as a crucial topic in education, particularly in the aftermath of the pandemic. Mark and…

Bytomjames6 June 20230Comments

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Meet Podcast Guest: Chris Birch

Chris Birch is Year 6 Mentor and Head of Key Stage 2 at the newly opened Citizens School in Dubai. Chris has 15 years of teaching and middle-leadership experience, with 11 of those being in the United Arab Emirates. He previously worked at GEMS Wellington International School and JESS Dubai in Arabian Ranches. Chris’ passion for…

Bytomjames30 May 20230Comments

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Meet Podcast Guest: Noha Gaafar

After 8 years of dedicated service in pastoral care, Noha is currently the Assistant Director of the Sixth Form at The British International School, Cairo. This year, she oversees the academic wellbeing of the Sixth Form students undertaking the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). As an educator, her passion stems from seeing students succeed without defining…

Bytomjames30 May 20230Comments

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Episode 7: Academic outcomes and student wellbeing

In this TTS Talking podcast episode, Mark Steed is joined by Noha Gaafar, Assistant Director of Sixth Form at the British International School in Cairo. Drawing on her experience in both pastoral care and academic progress, Noha shares her insights into the profound and inherent connection between wellbeing and academic performance. Supporting learners at all levels Mark and…

Bytomjames30 May 20230Comments

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Episode 6: Teacher wellbeing: An agent for student wellbeing

In episode 6 of the TTS Talking Teachers’ podcast, Mark Steed and Bobby Wilson, Head of House at Harrow International School, return to discuss the importance of teacher wellbeing. Bobby and Mark take a closer look at the challenges to wellbeing teachers face when working abroad before covering practical advice for looking after your mental health and…

Bytomjames23 May 20230Comments

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Episode 5: The problem with just talking about wellbeing

In this TTS Talking podcast episode, Mark Steed is joined by Bobby Wilson, Head of House at Harrow International School in Bangkok. Sharing her experience in pastoral care across multiple international schools around the world, Bobby touches on what wellbeing means to her and the key considerations for an effective wellbeing programme: Stakeholder engagement Comprehensive …

Bytomjames16 May 20230Comments

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Episode 12: F1 in Schools – a truly STEAM-based initiative

Episode 11: Early childhood STEAM – the earlier the better

Episode 10: Artificial Intelligence – use cases for the classroom

Episode 9: STEAM or STEM – Why art plays a role

Episode 8: Fostering mental health in education

Meet Podcast Guest: Chris Birch

Meet Podcast Guest: Noha Gaafar

Episode 7: Academic outcomes and student wellbeing

Episode 6: Teacher wellbeing: An agent for student wellbeing

Episode 5: The problem with just talking about wellbeing

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