Augmented Learning Podcast & Vlog

Another return guest for the video log this week, with Matt Lambert (Head of Physical Education and Health at Heretaunga College and PE Gear Shed superstar). We get to have a quick chat about the Armoury and how HC use it within their PE programme, as well as a few questions around the physical performance of our young people from a perspective of what we as educators do well and what we could do a little better.The episode has a couple of guest appearances too, the Heretaunga College Caretaker and his lawn mower, as well as the Heretaunga College School bell. It does seem schools are the worst places to record podcasts and video logs!

Another return guest for the video log this week, with Matt Lambert (Head of Physical Education and Health at Heretaunga College and PE Gear Shed superstar). We get to have a quick chat about the Armoury and how HC use it within their PE programme, as well as a few questions around the physical performance of our young people from a perspective of what we as educators do well and what we could do a little better.

The episode has a couple of guest appearances too, the Heretaunga College Caretaker and his lawn mower, as well as the Heretaunga College School bell. It does seem schools are the worst places to record podcasts and video logs!

In the first of this two part episode (two parts because the conversation ended up flowing out to 100 minutes!) Dr. Craig Harrison and I sit down to talk about a number of topics - Growing up, what drove Craig as an athlete, tertiary study, the move into athlete development, and how to foster a positive attitude toward physical activity with our young people.Craig is an outstanding individual who makes a significant contribution to the development of our youth. You'll notice how well he articulates his thoughts and ideas around themes that he is obviously so passionate about which is unsurprising given the success of his podcast The Athlete Development Show. Enjoy part one, and please don't hesitate to contact Craig on the platforms below and jump onto iTunes and subscribe to his podcast.Craig on Twitter | Craig on Instagram |Craig on Facebook | Craig's website |Craig's podcast on iTunes.Today's episode of the NZPETeachercast was sponsored by Sport Strapping New Zealand. Head along and use the code SSNZ20 to save 20% off all annual packages.

Today we welcome a return guest on the video log / podcast! Troy Ruhe featured on the NZPETeachercast way back in episode 11 where he talked about Maori achieving educational success as Maori which was a very popular episode.This time we manage to find some down time on a brief trip back to Wellington where we have a short workout, then cram in a few questions about his PHD, talk about his new found CrossFit passion and discuss how teachers might go about developing and fostering our students' relationship with physical activity and sport.Thanks to CrossfitFRF for the workout!

What a treat you're in for with episode 34! Em Beban is a recent teaching graduate who is currently away in the Northern Hemisphere exploring the world. Prior to heading off she had been working as a relief teacher in Auckland doing some amazing things with her classes and students. She is an extremely passionate person which you will get a feel for immediately - our discussions around sustainability, the outdoors and experiential learning really highlight the type of deep thinker Em is.Please head along and check out some of her "rich and delicious" writing as she documents her travels abroad through her blog "All the little things". Additionally, you can follow along via Instagram.Like, share and review the podcast please!

In this weeks quickfire episode, I sit down with Adam Rybinski, Headboy from Rongotai College. I love being able to sit down with past and present students to hear what they have to say about education. All too often we get caught up in what the "professionals" have to say about how we should teach, but forget about the young people we are in front of every day. They have a voice, and opinions about how they want to learn and what works for them. We should be seeking feedback from them all the time!
Adam shares his thoughts around what makes a good teacher, some of his best educational memories, and how teachers might build effective relationships with their students.

In this weeks quickfire episode, I sit down with Adam Rybinski, Headboy from Rongotai College. I love being able to sit down with past and present students to hear what they have to say about education. All too often we get caught up in what the "professionals" have to say about how we should teach, but forget about the young people we are in front of every day. They have a voice, and opinions about how they want to learn and what works for them. We should be seeking feedback from them all the time!

Adam shares his thoughts around what makes a good teacher, some of his best educational memories, and how teachers might build effective relationships with their students.

Back in January I was very lucky to sit down with one of the most selfless teachers I have ever had the opportunity to meet. Christina Polatajko is a Primary teacher from Melbourne, Australia. What sets her apart from other teachers I have met, is her unwavering passion to learn from others educators. She self funds professional learning trips all around the world, and even goes as far as asking if she can "guest teach" other teachers PE classes.
The first half of this episode is recorded in January, the second half was recorded upon her return from the USA so we get to hear all about her experiences abroad!Christina on Twitter.Christina's Facebook page.Christina's website.

Following a successful day presenting to a group of teachers in Wellington, Dale and I settle into our Hotel after flying to Auckland for day 2 of the Learning with Games NZ Tour. Dale has been somewhat of an inspiration for me, with his consistent focus on gratitude and mindfulness. On his own podcast (The Energetic Education Podcast), episode 42 with High Van Cuylenberg was one of the best interviews I have listened to last year. Hugh talked about how resilience, gratitude and mindfulness are three very important areas of your life that you can take control of.
I wanted to throw some quickfire questions at Dale regarding his thoughts around gratitude, why gratitude is important and how he demonstrates gratitude on a daily basis.

This episode was recorded all the way back in January this year, and while the audio isn't stunning it's the content inside which makes this well worth the listen!I met Andy about three years ago when we both Keynoted the Tasmania State ACHPER conference. I was amazed by the passion he demonstrated and have been following his work closely ever since. In this episode, Andy really unpacks what good teaching looks like and feels like to him, and we hear a bit about his role helping mentor other physical educators conduct more effective PE and sport.Andy's website.Andy on Twitter.