Education Sense
David Marshall, Ross Borthwick and Isabel Rich
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A podcast by teachers, for teachers. We aim to delve into some of the theories that drive the world of education but also pass on practical tips to help us all become better classroom teachers.
How can we kindle curiosity in the classroom? Why are so many teachers leaving the profession? Is homework really necessary? Join three teachers Ross, Isabel and David on Education Sense as they explore some of the big (and small) questions in the world of education. The views expressed on this podcast are those of the individuals presenting and not the organisations that they may represent.
Education Sense was founded by teachers Aaron Huber, Ross Borthwick and David Marshall in 2022.
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S4E4 What motivates children?
How can we motivate children to do well at school and home?Engendering motivation in children can be divided into two key areas: intrinsic motivators, i.e. the motivation that comes from within a…
S4E3 Interview with experts: How can schools strike the right chord?
Exploring harmony in our educational settings with Richard Dunne & Hilary Wyatt.In this episode, we look at the idea of harmony in education, discussing art, music, geometry and nature and how…
S4E2 Interview with experts: What does the dream school look like?
What would a dream school look like?Join us - co-hosts David Marshall and Isabel Rich - and our guest, Dr Rebecca Torrance-Jenkins, as we discuss what a dream school might look like…In this episode,…
S4E1 The digested read: Why Don't Students Like School? by Daniel Willingham
Welcome to Education Sense, a new podcast from the team behind The Rest is Education!This week's episode is brought to you by David Marshall and Isabel Rich. Together with teacher, Steph Vega, we'll…
S3E5 How do we kindle curiosity in children?
How do we make space for the curious child? In a society where we are eroding subjects such as music, art and dance from the curriculum, where knowledge and achievement are valued above play and…
S3E4 What makes an innovative secondary school curriculum?
Part two of our mini-series on school curriculum sees co-hosts Isabel Rich and Ross Borthwick interview Neil Burch, Senior Master and former Deputy Head Academic at Bradfield College, a leading…
S3E3 What makes an excellent primary curriculum?
In this episode, David Marshall welcomes guests James Page and Dr Cindy Gause-Vega to discuss the question:What makes an excellent primary curriculum?James Page is Chief Executive of Haringey…
S3E2 Are the best lessons taught outside of the classroom?
In Scotland, the government states that all children will have the opportunity to experience a four-night residential trip at some point during their time at school. With at least two-thirds of our…
S3E1 What does a child centred education look like?
Since the age of smart phones, navigating friendship, safety and self-esteem is ever more perilous and challenging for young people. Parents are seeing their children grow up in a world increasingly…
S2E7 How can we help support wellbeing in schools?
In this week's episode, we discuss the mental health crisis affecting staff in schools and look at some of the best ways to help develop a supportive wellbeing culture in schools. David talks with…
S2E6 Why is boarding on the rise?
With increasing numbers of pupils boarding, both within the UK and overseas, Ross is joined by highly experienced boarding practitioners Vicky and James Eales. The trio discuss the reasons why,…
S2E5 The Best is History: Is history the best subject?
In episode 5 of season 2, David and Ross are joined by Rebecca Kennedy de Lorenzini to discuss the question, 'Is history the best subject?' Our working title 'The best is history' riffs off the…
S2E4 How is assessment evolving?
In this assessment-focused episode, Ross interviews Julia Martin, the ISEB's effervescent CEO, on how the UK's oldest examination board is pioneering new forms of assessment after 120 years.The…
S2E3 How can we use AI in education?
In Episode 3 of Season 2, we address the pressing question of AI in education.David is joined in The Rest is Education (digital) studio by Holly Thomas and Barry Cooper.Barry is Principal of The…
S2E2 Is a school house system still relevant?
In this episode, Ross and David explore the British house system from its (probable) origin in the clans and dynasties of medieval Europe to the sorting hat and houses of Hogwarts. With a few…
S2E1 Why should we teach classics?
Season 2 of The Rest is Education begins with a discussion about classics in education. David speaks to Anna Bell from the charity Classics for All, alongside author, musician and classics teacher…
S1E16 Is there any point in homework?
Ross and David welcome guest presenter Isabel Rich to discuss the value of homework in schools. We explore some of the research around homework and discuss our own experiences as teachers and…
S1E15 How can artificial intelligence help teachers write reports?
Join co-host Ross Borthwick on this extraordinary episode as he interviews New Zealand tech pioneer and founder of revolutionary report-writing software Reportal.ai, Frazer Findlater. Frazer…
S1E14 What makes a great colleague?
Staffroom chats, after work socials, friendly corridor greetings - all these interactions make life a bit better in the day-to-day life of a school. But on days when things are really tough,…
S1E13 Does service have a place in education?
This week, join Ross and David as they discuss what schools can and are doing to develop kind citizens. It features an interview with Alan Marshall, David's Dad, who undertook national service in the…
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Education Sense has published 32 episodes since October 2022, covering topics in Education, How To.
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