Steve Shaw - A teacher's perspective after almost 50 years in the classroom
Steve Shaw – a teacher’s perspective after almost 50 years in the classroom.
In this episode of Primal Learning I am thrilled to interview Steve Shaw, a colleague who started his career in 1971. Steve is an enthusiastic, committed, professional teacher and I was fascinated to hear his views around our profession, about his own journey, the changes that he has witnessed in terms of how students learn, how teacher are perceived in society, and what continues to keep him excited about teaching and learning.
17 Jul 2020
Teacher Recruitment with Jo Godmon
In this episode of Primal Learning Damien Interviews Jo Godmon, to explore the world of Teacher recruitment. Jo specialises in this area of recruitment, is based in Brisbane, but services the entire country. Together we’ll provide some helpful tips for teachers who may be looking for a new role, or for University graduates who are trying to secure their first posting. We discuss the do’s and don’ts of cover letters, resumes, interviews and general presentation.
5 Jul 2020
Early Career Teacher Emma Langdon
In this episode of Primal Learning Damien interviews Emma Langdon, an early career teacher. Listen to some wonderful insights into what she has learnt these past few years in the classroom, what she wishes she had learnt at University in preparation for the classroom, and what advice she would give to anyone about to embark on a career in the classroom.
19 Jun 2020
The Power of Outside Play
In this episode join Damien Barry as he explores the benefits of unstructured outside play to the physical and emotional health of children. He also examines a thing called nature-deficit disorder and what we can do to address it.
5 Jun 2020
Homework - How much is enough?
In this episode of Primal Learning, Damien explores the pros and cons of homework. He poses the question as to the place of homework in modern day life. Listen to some useful strategies for creating a suitable homework environment and the best ways to avoid distractions and the optimum time per night/week that should be devoted to homework across the schooling time span.
22 May 2020
Hopes, Dreams and Fears of a Teenage Boy
In this episode of Primal Learning join Damien Barry as he interviews his own teenage son, Tasman and asks the tough questions to gain some insight into the hopes, dreams and fears of a typical teenage boy. Together they explore the key topics such as alcohol, drugs, friendships, school and teachers.
8 May 2020
Home Based learning during Covid-19 - Perspective from a student
In this episode of Primal Learning, Damien interviews his son who is a typical Year 8 student, and 13 years of age. Together they explore the positives and negatives of home based learning during the Covid-19 social restrictions. Interesting reflections from the perspective of a student are highlighted, and a few insights into what we can all take away from this experience are provided.
24 Apr 2020
Growing up Digital Ep6
In this episode join Damien Barry as he explores the findings from a recently released piece of research from the Gonski institute called 'Growing up Digital'. It provides some important statistics around the negative impact of digital technologies upon academic outcomes and mental wellbeing of students.
10 Apr 2020
Teacher Stress causes and solutions Ep5
In this Episode Damien explores the causes and possible solutions to teacher stress. Mental health of teachers has been deteriorating in recent years but there are things we can do to address this trend. This includes looking at organisational change even more so than individual actions taken by teachers.
27 Mar 2020
Ep4 Understanding Adolescence and secondary years of school
In this episode Damien explores the world of adolescence and how parents can better understand and connect with the adolescent in their life. Enjoy tip suggestions for engaging with your school, teachers and learning in general. Learn some great strategies as well as some shortcuts in this engaging educational podcast.
10 Mar 2020
Navigating the Primary Years with Special Guest Stella Croker
Join Damien Barry and special guest educator Stella Croker as they discuss the topic navigating the primary years of schooling for your children.
27 Feb 2020
Ep 2 The power of exercise and sleep
In this episode Damien Barry discusses the power of exercise and sleep patterns, choosing subjects your children like in later years and why parents should reach out to teachers early in the school year.
13 Feb 2020
Ep1 My backstory and what schools can do to help
Listen to the backstory of Professional educator Damien Barry and why he's passionate about education. Hear his thoughts on the skills our kids need to survive and thrive both now and into the future and also what schools can do to assist teachers, parents and children in the process.
6 Feb 2020
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Damien Barry is a professional educator and this podcast is all about exploring the skills kids need to survive and thrive in today's evolving world. Each episode will provide topical news, stories and valuable lessons for schools, teachers and parents.
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