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Welcome to the Teach Middle East Podcast, the ultimate audio hub where educators find inspiration, share innovative ideas, and grow together! Brought to you by Moftah Publishing—the minds behind the premier Teach Middle East Magazine—this podcast is your gateway to the latest research-based practices, cutting-edge classroom strategies, and the heartwarming stories of educators from the Middle East and around the globe.
As the only podcast that interviews school leaders from across the Middle East and beyond, we offer unparalleled insights into the challenges and successes that shape educational landscapes in diverse settings. Join us as we dive deep into the fascinating world of education, where every episode promises a treasure trove of insights designed to connect, develop, and empower the brilliant minds shaping our future. Whether you’re seeking fresh perspectives, practical tips, or a dose of inspiration, the Teach Middle East Podcast is your must-listen resource. Tune in and transform the way you teach!
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S6E15 Culture, Connection and School Leadership with Mike Gilmour
Send a textWe trace Mike Gilmour’s journey from Cape Town to Dubai, unpack how apartheid shaped his lens on inclusion, and dig into the daily mechanics of building a healthy school culture. We also…
S6E14 How To Prepare Students For 2040: With Arpit Dugar
Send a textWe explore what a 2040 job market means for schools, teachers, and teens, and why AI will force a reinvention of curriculum, space, and pedagogy. Practical steps help educators shift from…
S6E13 From Classroom Teacher to Taaleem CEO: Lessons in Leadership at Scale with Alan Williamson
Send a textWe trace Alan’s path from rugby pitches and the Boys’ Brigade to classroom leadership and, later, stewarding one of the UAE’s fastest‑growing school groups. Along the way, we unpack…
S6E12 Carl Hendrick On The Science That Actually Improves Learning
Send a textWe unpack what actually drives learning, why engagement is a poor proxy for understanding, and how to align curriculum, instruction, and assessment for long-term memory. Carl Hendrick…
S6E11 Redesigning Schools For A Faster World with Russell John Cailey
Send a textWhat happens when school moves from vague ideas about “reimagining” to the nuts and bolts of design? We sit down with Russell John Cailey, founder of Elham Studio and former, to map a…
S6E10 Educating For The Saudi ArabiaVision 2030 While Staying True To British Roots with Jeremy Newton
Send a textWe talk with Jeremy Newton, director of schools at the British International School Riyadh, about leading seven campuses during Saudi Arabia’s rapid transformation and how a non-profit…
S6E9 What Keeps A Principal Rooted For Eleven Years With Richard Drew
Send a textWe meet Richard Drew, principal of Jumeira Baccalaureate School, and trace his path from sporty Nottingham kid and clarinettist to long-serving IB headteacher in Dubai. He shares why…
S6E8 From Wall Street To Riyadh: Building Schools That Put Children First With Ng Yi-Xian
Send a textWe trace a candid journey from Wall Street to Riyadh, exploring how a family‑owned school group opened Saudi Arabia’s first international Reggio‑inspired preschool and a trilingual K‑12,…
S6E7 Rethinking School For The Students Who Don’t Fit with Hugh Viney
Send a textWe explore how a flexible online and hybrid model supports anxious and neurodivergent learners, elite athletes, and mobile families, while helping schools expand subject options without…
S6E7 Inside Dubai College: Culture, Leadership, And Kindness With Tomas Duckling
Send a textWe sit down with Dubai College headmaster Tomas Duckling to explore how a top school stays kind, rigorous, and human. From Watford roots and boarding school leadership to distributed…
S6E6 Building Classrooms Where Every Student Belongs With Dr Salma Waly
Send a textSalma and Leisa explore how to build classrooms in the UAE where every student feels seen and valued, and where local culture is integrated alongside global learning. Practical steps,…
S6E5 What Does It Take to Rise in Educational Leadership? With Nicki Williams
Send a textWhat does it take to rise from teaching assistant to Director of Education? In this candid conversation, Nikki Williams shares her remarkable journey through international education to her…
S6E4 AI in Education: How To Navigate the Future Together With Dan Fitzpatrick
Send a textDan Fitzpatrick returns to discuss the rapid evolution of AI in education since our last conversation in 2023, exploring how generative AI has moved from simple text-based tools to diverse…
S6E3 Beyond DEI - Decolonizing Education with Rosemary Campbell-Stevens
Send a textRosemary Campbell-Stevens, veteran educator and decolonisation advocate, shares her journey from the Investing in Diversity programme to her current work reimagining education systems…
S6E2 Breaking School Leadership Myths With Nick Hart
Send a textNick Hart, Principal of Horizon English School in Dubai, shares his journey from aspiring footballer to educational leader and unpacks how school leadership must evolve beyond industrial…
S6E1 The AI Conundrum: Navigating Technology While Preserving Critical Thinking With Barry Cooper
Send a textBarry Cooper, founding principal of The Global College in Madrid, explores what educators should prioritise in the new academic year, with particular focus on navigating AI challenges and…
S5E22 What School Leaders Really Need to Know About AI With Ann Palmer
Send a textArtificial intelligence is reshaping education, but are school leaders ready to guide this transformation? Veteran educator Ann Palmer, with over 35 years of leadership experience, shares…
S5E21 Future-Proofing Students: Bloom World Academy's Bold AI Initiative With John Bell
Send a textBloom World Academy in Dubai has implemented a pioneering AI qualification program, reflecting their innovative approach to education while maintaining a balance between technology and…
S5E20 Why Great School Leaders Stay: Navigating Career Longevity in Education With Sue Aspinall
Send a textWhat shapes resilient educational leaders? Sue Aspinall's remarkable journey reveals how personal challenges can forge professional strength. Growing up in northern England, Sue watched…
S5E19 The Hidden Cost of Teacher Stress and How to Address It With Aakanksha Tangri
Send a textAkansha, founder and CEO of yourdailyreset.com, shares her journey from political journalism to championing teacher well-being in the UAE, drawing inspiration from growing up with educator…
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Teach Middle East Podcast has published 144 episodes since October 2020, covering topics in Business, Education.
Teach Middle East Podcast is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 34m.
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