Professional boundaries are something teachers grapple with on a daily basis. Expert John Parsons speaks about real-life examples and gives his tips on how boundaries can help teachers navigate complex relationships, protect themselves, preserve mental health and emotional energy and uphold standards and values.

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A transcript is available here: https://educationcouncil.org.nz/sites/default/files/Episode%206%20transcript%20v3_0.pdf

Mentioned in the podcast: NAG 5 http://education.govt.nz/ministry-of-education/legislation/nags/

Do children and young people spend enough time participating in sport and physical activities during school time?

What are the benefits or of using sport as a learning and engagement tool?

How do we get more teachers and learners involved in physical activity during the school day?

How does success on the sports field translate into success in the classroom?

We look into all these questions and more with our expert panel.

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A transcript of the podcast is available here: https://educationcouncil.org.nz/sites/default/files/Episode%205%20transcript%20v3.pdf

Mentioned in the podcast, Brain boost research: https://bit.ly/2yK2A5s

Do children and young people spend enough time participating in sport and physical activities during school time?

What are the benefits or of using sport as a learning and engagement tool?

How do we get more teachers and learners involved in physical activity during the school day?

How does success on the sports field translate into success in the classroom?

We look into all these questions and more with our expert panel.

Let us know what you think by emailing [email protected]

A transcript of the podcast is available here: https://educationcouncil.org.nz/sites/default/files/Episode%205%20transcript%20v3.pdf

Mentioned in the podcast, Brain boost research: https://bit.ly/2yK2A5s

We visit the award-winning Rotorua Girls' High School as a case study on culturally responsive teaching. The all-girls school was set on a transformative path four years ago by then-new principal Ally Gibbons. The school has raised Maori learner achievement and engagement by building a strong culture for its students.

A transcript of the podcast is available here: https://bit.ly/2IhQLXM

The beautiful waiata soundtrack you hear is sung by Rotorua Girls’ High School waiata group.

Let us know what you think by emailing [email protected]

We visit the award-winning Rotorua Girls' High School as a case study on culturally responsive teaching. The all-girls school was set on a transformative path four years ago by then-new principal Ally Gibbons. The school has raised Maori learner achievement and engagement by building a strong culture for its students.

A transcript of the podcast is available here: https://bit.ly/2IhQLXM

The beautiful waiata soundtrack you hear is sung by Rotorua Girls’ High School waiata group.

Let us know what you think by emailing [email protected]

This episode of Teaching Today focuses on Modern Learning Environments, also known by a variety of other names such as Flexible or Innovative Learning Environments. Joining us with their expertise and insight is Mark Wilson (principal of Cashmere High School in Christchurch), Lesley Murrihy (principal of Amesbury School in Wellington), Bobbie Hunter (Professor of Pasifika Education Studies at Massey University) and Mark Osborne (Director of Leading Learning Ltd). The panel brings a wealth of knowledge and perspective on MLEs and what they mean for the future of education in New Zealand.

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A transcript of the podcast is available here: https://educationcouncil.org.nz/sites/default/files/Episode%203%20transcript_0.pdf

This episode of Teaching Today focuses on Modern Learning Environments, also known by a variety of other names such as Flexible or Innovative Learning Environments. Joining us with their expertise and insight is Mark Wilson (principal of Cashmere High School in Christchurch), Lesley Murrihy (principal of Amesbury School in Wellington), Bobbie Hunter (Professor of Pasifika Education Studies at Massey University) and Mark Osborne (Director of Leading Learning Ltd). The panel brings a wealth of knowledge and perspective on MLEs and what they mean for the future of education in New Zealand.

Listen and tell us what you think by commenting on social media or email [email protected]

A transcript of the podcast is available here: https://educationcouncil.org.nz/sites/default/files/Episode%203%20transcript_0.pdf

This month, the podcast series Teaching Today focuses on teacher wellbeing and brings together Professor Meihana Durie and psychologist Jacqui Maguire to discuss the importance of teachers taking care of themselves and each other, and keeping emotional intelligence in check.

Listen and tell us what you think by commenting on social media or email [email protected]

A transcription of the episode is available here: https://educationcouncil.org.nz/sites/default/files/Episode%202%20transcript.pdf

This month, the podcast series Teaching Today focuses on teacher wellbeing and brings together Professor Meihana Durie and psychologist Jacqui Maguire to discuss the importance of teachers taking care of themselves and each other, and keeping emotional intelligence in check.

Listen and tell us what you think by commenting on social media or email [email protected]

A transcription of the episode is available here: https://educationcouncil.org.nz/sites/default/files/Episode%202%20transcript.pdf

In the inaugural episode of Teaching Today, we tackle the issue of physical restraint in an education setting. Are the guidelines helpful? Did the legislation get it right? How can whānau and teachers work together? A primary school principal, social worker, PPTA rep and early childhood educator share their views on these questions and much more.

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Host: Francesca Hilbron

Panellists:

Heather Henare, CEO of Skylight Trust

Mark Potter, Principal of Berhampore School

Tom Haig, Deputy General Secretary of Policy at PPTA

Mandy Coupe, Kindergarten Taranaki

Theme music: As I Was Saying by Lee Rosevere, Free Music Archive, Attribution License