The Purpose Topography Project is a social impact project that orientates education within a global demand for a redefined, sustainable, and thriving future as a part of a PhD project being undertaken through the University of Technology Sydney. This podcast brings you deeply into conversations from the education ecosystem.
ACEL National Conference Promo - Episode 1 - Prof. Phil Cummins
The 2025 ACEL National Conference is coming up soon, and in this episode we take you back to the 2024 National Conference to hear from a newly bestowed ACEL Fellow, Professor Phil Cummins. Phil is a leading voice on the Game Changers Podcast and a recent author on Dear Stardust, where we are amplifying every voice in 2025.
In this promotional episode we get to know Phil and what makes his work special, as well as what makes ACEL National Conferences so special.
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Visit http://edup.education to learn more about the Dear Stardust project
3 Jul 2025
What will your office be like in 2042? | Episode 7 | Metaphors of Middle Leadership | ACEL Middle Leaders Summit
Episode 7: What will your office be like in 2042?
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In this episode, we speak to one of our summit ambassadors, Peter Gallagher. Peter has been a middle leader for 17 years and we talk about what's changed in that time, and what we might be able to expect if we look forward 17 more years!
Thank you to Peter!.
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24 Jun 2025
Up and across not down and out | Episode 6 | Metaphors of Middle Leadership | ACEL Middle Leaders Summit
Episode 6: Up and across, not down and out
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In this episode, we look at how we can ensure our middle leaders can lead up and across, and not end up down and out. This is part 2 of our conversations with the Summit Rapporteurs, Dr Tania Leach and Adam Kuss. This is also the second episode where we invite you to reflect on what you hear and join us in an ongoing dialogue of middle leadership in Australia.
Thank you to Bruce Addison for sharing the golden quote "Up and across not down and out".
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15 Jun 2025
Where will you be in 20 years? | Episode 5 | Metaphors of Middle Leadership | ACEL Middle Leaders Summit
Episode 5: Where will you be in 20 years?
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In this episode, we look at first impressions and then throw to the future. This is part 1 of our conversations with the Summit Rapporteurs, Dr Tania Leach and Adam Kuss. This is also the first episode where we invite you to reflect on what you hear and join us in an ongoing dialogue of middle leadership in Australia.
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3 Jun 2025
Pebble bridges to the rainforest | Episode 4 | Metaphors of Middle Leadership | ACEL Middle Leaders Summit
Episode 4: Pebble bridges to the rainforest
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In this episode, we reflect with Julie Tarzia from the Association of Independent Schools in South Australia. Julie shares her take on the metaphor of bridges that was featured at the ACEL Middle Leaders Summit. Discover the role of system level leadership in unique and context specific bridges, and how they lead to a garden that provides an education that we would hope for.
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2 Jun 2025
A Brave New World | Episode 2 | Metaphors of Middle Leadership | ACEL Middle Leaders Summit
Episode 2: A Brave New World - day one reflections
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In this episode, I share my reflections on day 1, where we are called to create the middle leaders summit culture and experience that we can look back on in 20 years and say "I was there when we started that movement".
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2 Jun 2025
Shapeshifters | Episode 3 | Metaphors of Middle Leadership | ACEL Middle Leaders Summit
Episode 3: Shapeshifters
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In this episode, we talk shapeshifters with Peta Barker from ACELearn. Peta and I talked about all the different metaphors we had heard and decided to lock in on shapeshifter, to describe the multiplicity of roles that a middle leader holds.
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19 May 2025
Campfires, journeys and sandwiches, oh my! | Episode 1 | Metaphors of Middle Leadership | ACEL Middle Leaders Summit
Episode 1: Campfires, journeys and sandwiches, oh my! 🔥🏕️ (http://edup.education)
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In this episode, we delve into the heart of middle leadership with Bruce Addison and Susan Garson of Brisbane Girls Grammar School. They share their insightful journeys and introduce us to metaphors for middle leadership that will feature at the ACEL Middle Leaders Summit. Discover how the role of a campfire builder is essential in education, tending to the fire to ensure it keeps burning bright within the school community. Join us as we explore:The significance of nurturing the educational environmentStrategies for sustaining passion and motivation in schoolsInsights into the journey of middle leadershipTune in for valuable lessons and inspiration to enhance your leadership approach!
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19 May 2025
Tammy Baart | ACEL National Conference 2024 | Episode 4
In this episode, we speak to Tammy Baart who shares her perspectives of cultural intelligence and touches on classroom environments in contemporary Australia at the ACEL National Conference 2024. To connect with ACEL, visit acel.org.au
16 May 2025
Dr Shyam Barr | ACEL National Conference 2024 | Episode 3
In this episode, we meet Dr Shyam Barr who absolutely stole the show at the 2024 ACEL National Conference in Adelaide. His career has taken off since this session and we are proud to see the waves he's making with his work in self-regulated learning. To connect with ACEL, visit acel.org.au
14 May 2025
Future Students and Glenn Savage | ACEL National Conference 2024 | Episode 2
In this special episode, we unpack the Future Studio performance created by students from Woodville High School, Norwood International High School and Walford, with students from the schools and Dr Glenn Savage at the ACEL 2024 National Conference, held in Adelaide. To connect with ACEL, visit acel.org.au
11 May 2025
Selena Fisk | ACEL National Conference 2024 | Episode 1
In this special episode, we dive into data with Dr. Selena Fisk at the ACEL 2024 National Conference, held in Adelaide. To connect with ACEL, visit acel.org.au
9 Oct 2024
ACEL National Conference Episode 3 - Dr Shyam Barr
In this special episode, we talk self-regulated learning, initial teacher education, and nutritious morning teas with Dr Shyam Barr at the ACEL 2024 National Conference, held in Adelaide. To connect with ACEL, visit acel.org.au
8 Oct 2024
ACEL National Conference Episode 2 - Future Studio Students and Glenn Savage
In this special episode, we unpack the Future Studio performance created by students from Woodville High School, Norwood International High School and Walford, with students from the schools and Dr Glenn Savage at the ACEL 2024 National Conference, held in Adelaide. To connect with ACEL, visit acel.org.au
7 Oct 2024
ACEL National Conference Episode 4 - Tammy Baart
In this special episode, we speak to Tammy Baart who shares her perspectives of cultural intelligence and touches on classroom environments in contemporary Australia at the ACEL 2024 National Conference, held in Adelaide. To connect with ACEL, visit acel.org.au
5 Oct 2024
ACEL National Conference Episode 5 - Dr Tracey Ezard
In this special episode, we talk care, culture, and the intangible feeling you have when you work with a leader who is inspiring and impactful at the ACEL 2024 National Conference, held in Adelaide. To connect with ACEL, visit acel.org.au
4 Oct 2024
ACEL National Conference Episode 6 - Dr. Paul Kidson
In this special episode, we talk culture, systems, and the role of connection in our preferred future with Dr. Paul Kidson at the ACEL 2024 National Conference, held in Adelaide. To connect with ACEL, visit acel.org.au
4 Oct 2024
ACEL National Conference Episode 1 - Dr. Selena Fisk
In this special episode, we dive into data with Dr. Selena Fisk at the ACEL 2024 National Conference, held in Adelaide. To connect with ACEL, visit acel.org.au
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