Education On Fire - Sharing creative and inspiring learning in our schools (Mark Taylor)

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	23 Dec 2021	235: Gratitude and Happy Holidays	00:01:57
A very short thank you from me to you for everything we have shared in 2021. I hope your holidays are full of love and joy. Mark x
	04 Dec 2023	372: Professional Learning Community with Nathaniel Provencio	00:54:42
Nathaniel Provencio has worked in the public education field since 2001 as a classroom teacher, building administrator and associate superintendent . In 2010, he became the principal of Minnieville Elementary in Prince William County, Virginia. Under his leadership, Minnieville Elementary was recognized as a Virginia Distinguished Title 1 School, became a National Model Professional Learning Community and was the winner of the 2019 Richard DuFour PLC Award. Mr. Provencio has been honored as the 2017 Prince William County principal of the year, the 2017 Washington Post Principal of the Year and the 2019 Virginia National Distinguished Principal of the Year. Mr. Provencio is the author of Community Connections and Your PLC at Work, which focuses on how schools can utilize the professional learning community framework to enhance family and community engagement. Mr. Provencio graduated from the University of North Alabama in 2001 with a degree in education and has a master’s degree in education administration from George Mason University in which he was recognized as one of 50 all-time George Mason University Alumni. Website www.provenprincipalllc.com Social Media Information @provenprincipal Resources Mentioned Under Presssure - Queen/David Bowie Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://nape.org.uk/ https://www.educationonfire.com/blog/ - Video with Al Kingsley For support with podcasting & video please visit www.educationonfire.com/media Watch the Education on Fire Live Show every Tuesday www.educationonfire.com/youtube Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	24 Feb 2020	125: Empathy Week with Ed Kirwan	00:27:49
The world needs more Empathy– but teaching it is not enough Empathy Week 2020 is an invitation for 200,000 young people to put empathy into action and create a better world. Together, we are building the #EmpathyGeneration. Ed Kirwan is an educator, filmmaker and photographer who works to challenge the status quo of social issues and lead people into tangible action. He studied Biochemistry at the University of Bath and worked as a research scientist for a year before he moved into secondary education where he taught science in North London. In the 2 years since, Ed finished a Masters degree in 'Leadership' from UCL:IOE before going on to highlight the issue of homelessness in the UK., educating the general public on ways they can help through powerful visual storytelling. Ed now runs a community that brings homelessness organisations together in the UK, acting as a key networker for the sector and between grassroots organisations and larger national charities. In addition to his work around homelessness, during the past two years, Ed has volunteered and worked in Uganda and India on international development projects and also documented the Homeless World Cup in Mexico in 2018 and Cardiff in 2019. It is ultimately his experiences in the classroom, at the Homeless World Cup and working alongside Slum Soccer in India that led Ed to create Empathy Week 2020. A free secondary school resource, it invites young people to put empathy into action and create a better world by empowering them to make change in their own communities. Ed believes teaching empathy alone is not enough and that students need to be given the freedom, time and space to develop the leadership and empathic skills that are so vital in everyone's career and life. As a dedicated basketball player, he also recognises the importance of sport in character development and has therefore focused on the theme of 'Sporting Change' for this year's Empathy Week. Ed now continues to work on Empathy Week, enabling its impact to spread across the UK as well as continuing to grow his own production company Both Buckets, which has a long term goal of showing that businesses can exist earning a profit whilst 'doing good' at the same time - fulfilling a life of filling both buckets. www.empathy-week.com Instagram - @empathyweek Facebook - @empathyweek Twitter - @TheEmpathyWeek Twitter/Instagram/Facebook - @edkirwan Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. This includes parents, teachers, governors and all those interested in primary education. NAPE is a non-political charity and works tirelessly to support teachers in the classroom as expressed in their ‘Value of Membership’ Document. NAPE leads the Primary Umbrella Group of thirty primary subject associations and unions and gives teachers and schools a voice at governmental level at consultative meetings with ministers for schools. For full details of how they can support you please visit their website at nape.org.uk
	26 Jun 2023	349: A dual language online school with Eric Franzen	00:43:04
Eric Franzen is the co-founder and owner of Ideal School. They are an internationally-accredited dual language online school. They are accredited in 86 countries by Cognia (formerly AdvancEd) and serve students and families from North America to South America and the Caribbean. Ideal School are connecting students in real-time with real, experienced, caring, and bilingual teachers from around the globe, revolutionising education one family at a time. They provide an interactive, engaging, and rigorous educational experience at an affordable price. If you are an interested family who are looking for an alternative to traditional education, or video-based online schools do take a look. Website www.idealschool.education Social Media Information www.instagram.com/idealschool_edu www.facebook.com/idealschool.edu www.tiktok.com/@idealschool_edu www.youtube.com/@idealschool-wausa7896 Resources Mentioned Watch the LIVE podcast with Eric and his team at www.youtube.com/live/z5Mbcxr9mBA?feature=share Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley – ‘Creating Digital Strategies for Schools’ from the Primary Education Summit – ‘Visions for the Future’ – 2023 Get access to all 20 videos from the the summit at www.nape.org.uk/summit Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	27 Feb 2023	332: What is self-efficacy and why should we be paying attention to it in Primary Schools?	00:39:47
RS Assessment conducted a study among 21,000 key stage 2 pupils in English schools recently. The study was funded by the Nuffield Foundation and aims to better understand the longer-term impacts of the Covid lockdowns on this cohort of kids’ attainment, wellbeing and attitudes to learning. What is self-efficacy and why should we be paying attention to it in Primary Schools? We talk a lot about self-esteem in our children, but what is the connection between self-efficacy and their achievements? Our research shows that the majority of Key Stage 2 pupils report feeling some vulnerability in self-efficacy, with large (greater than 7 Percentage Point, or 14%) drops since the pandemic. Professor Clare Wood and Katie Blainey, Director of Assessment at Hodder Education talk about the role of self-efficacy in improving pupil outcomes and how we can we restore our children’s sense of their ability to achieve – both in the classroom and at home. Website www.risingstars-uk.com/rs-assessment/whitepapers www.schoolsweek.co.uk/whats-up-with-year-3-and-what-can-we-do-about-it/ Watch the live recording of this podcast at www.youtube.com/@educationonfire5530/streams Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) Primary Education Summit – ‘Visions for the Future’ – March 2023 Book NOW at www.nape.org.uk/summit Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	18 Nov 2024	Finding Your Voice: Supporting Complex Kids with Community and Courage	00:37:31
Michelle Choairy is a mom of a complex kid. She has been her son’s best advocate and has learned through the years what it takes to get the best care for her child. She is the Founder of Collective Wisdom for Complex Kids, a support group for mothers with children with disabilities. She has a passion for helping families re-evaluate and prioritize their dynamics, along with guiding them from confusion to clarity while raising complex children.  Takeaways: Michelle emphasizes the importance of self-care for parents of complex kids, reminding them that neglecting their own well-being can negatively impact their children. Building a supportive community of other parents is crucial for navigating the challenges of raising neurodivergent children. The Thrive method focuses on teamwork and effective communication with medical and educational professionals to advocate for your child's needs. Celebrating small victories and milestones, no matter how minor they seem, is vital for maintaining a positive outlook during difficult times. Parents need to learn to navigate the healthcare and educational systems to ensure their children receive the necessary support and resources. The journey of raising a complex child often requires changing expectations and embracing the unique path each family takes. Website www.wisdom4complexkids.com Social Media Information www.instagram.com/michelle.choairy/ www.facebook.com/wisdom4complexkids www.wisdom4complexkids.online/lm-download- v1-8531 Discover more about Education on Fire 🔥 https://www.educationonfire.com/ 🔥 Explore the podcast https://www.educationonfire.com/listen 🔥 Support the show with a One-Off Tip https://educationonfire.com/support 🔥 Ecamm Free Trial – See how I record and produce this show. https://educationonfire.com/ecamm Some of the above are affiliate links, I may receive a small commission if you purchase via these but there is no cost increase to you. These links help support the channel so any clicks are greatly appreciated. Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE)
	14 Nov 2022	302: Educational Games and Simulations with Mathew Georghiou	00:45:46
Mathew is an engineer, inventor, designer, writer, and entrepreneur. And the creator of GoVenture, one of the original and most widely used series of educational games and simulations in the world. Mathew’s educational programs have reached millions of people around the world through thousands of schools, nonprofits, government agencies, and Fortune 500 companies. He is the founder of several companies, author of two books, and recently launched the world’s first and only fully game-based training that offers a faster and more inspiring alternative to college business school. Website www.georghiou.com Social Media Information www.linkedin.com/in/mathewgeorghiou/ Twitter @MathewGeorghiou Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Get a FREE e-copy of their professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	11 Nov 2024	Unlocking Potential: How Middle School MBA Transforms Young Minds	00:38:24
John Foster is an author, executive, angel investor, and lifelong student of markets, John’s career failed its way through process engineering, operations, business management, M&A, and corporate strategy; finally failing big enough to exit. He now teaches kids the lowdown on business and entrepreneurship, hoping they will fail bigger and sooner. John discusses the transformative approach of Middle School MBA, a curriculum designed to teach middle school students advanced business and economic concepts. He challenges traditional educational methods, questioning why students aren't leaving high school with a solid grasp of subjects like calculus or business principles, and highlights the need for a curriculum that prepares them for real-world applications. He believes in confronting failure as a vital part of learning, encouraging students to embrace challenges and learn from setbacks. The conversation delves into the significance of fostering critical thinking and resilience in students, ultimately aiming to make learning more relevant and engaging. Takeaways: The traditional educational system often prioritizes the needs of teachers over the students. Students should be equipped to understand complex subjects like business and economics from a young age. Failure is an essential part of learning, and students should be encouraged to confront it. By using innovative teaching methods, we can make business principles accessible to middle schoolers. Empowering teachers to teach advanced concepts can lead to better student engagement and understanding. Resilience and perseverance are key traits that students need to develop for lifelong success. Website www.middleschoolmba.com Social Media Information https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-rock-foster-12813341/ Discover more about Education on Fire 🔥 https://www.educationonfire.com/ 🔥 Explore the podcast https://www.educationonfire.com/listen 🔥 Support the show with a One-Off Tip https://educationonfire.com/support 🔥 Ecamm Free Trial – See how I record and produce this show.
	17 Jan 2022	239: Genius Lab with Scott Steward	00:41:56
Scott L. Steward is the Founder and CEO of Genius Lab. Genius Lab has an exemplary mission of exposing the youth to the possibilities of learning and exploring their inner greatness to think boldly in achieving accomplishments. Scott Steward encompasses over 30 years of business experience working with Fortune 500 companies and has taught business and entrepreneurship at the collegiate level. He aims to empower the next generation of business leaders to create an impact globally. Scott L. Steward is an 18-time award-winning teacher of entrepreneurship, whose expertise is frequently sought after by various publications. A former contributing writer for Chicago’s N’DIGO Magapaper and former Chicago Public School teacher, and now Professor of Small Business Management and Entrepreneurship at Chicago State University, Scott provides tips on entrepreneurial ventures and suggestions for emerging entrepreneurs. In addition, Scott authored an easy-to-use business plan that is featured in the book, "Make $1,000 in 35 Days", and is a contributor to the globally used classroom textbook, "Entrepreneurship: Owning Your FUTURE 11th Edition", (Pearson, Prentice-Hall). Scott is also the author of "31 Ways to Improve Your Life: a Book of Stewism’s" and "From the Block to the Boardroom: a Book of Stewism's". Scott is a true inspiration. His passion and determination enable him to create an unprecedented connection with his students, whom more than 80% have turned into business owners under his direction. Scott earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Columbia College Chicago and a Master’s of Science in Integrated Marketing Communications from Roosevelt University. Website www.geniuslabchicago.com/ Social Media Information IG @geniuslabchi www.facebook.com/580470378700056/ Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Find out more about their online CPD events at nape.org.uk/online-events Listen to Mark’s audio course 10 Pieces of Advice You’d Like to Have as a Child
	24 Feb 2025	Building Lasting Change in Education: Insights from Dr. James Mannion	00:57:54
Dr. James Mannion is a distinguished authority on educational reform. He explains the concept of "backward design," a strategic approach to implementing school improvement by beginning with clear objectives and working backward to identify solutions for current challenges. Dr. Mannion shares insights from his recent publication, "Making Change Stick," where he emphasizes the necessity of engaging educators at all levels in the change process, thereby fostering a collaborative environment that enhances student outcomes. We explore the transformative impact of project-based learning and self-regulated learning on students, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds, demonstrating how innovative educational practices can yield significant improvements. Takeaways: The transformative impact of learner effectiveness on student outcomes cannot be overstated, particularly for those from disadvantaged backgrounds. Implementing a backward design strategy is crucial in addressing current educational challenges and achieving meaningful change. The involvement of diverse voices in the decision-making process enhances the effectiveness of school improvement initiatives. Recognizing failure as an opportunity for growth is essential in fostering resilience among both educators and students. Cultural shifts within educational institutions require sustained efforts over a period of two to three years to be effective. Engaging students in arts and creativity leads to more profound learning experiences and enhances the overall educational environment. Dr James Mannion is a keynote speaker, teacher trainer, researcher, consultant and author with a passion for educational and political reform. He is the co-founder and Director of Rethinking Education, a teacher training organisation specialising in implementation and improvement science, self-regulated learning and practitioner inquiry. A former teacher of 12 years, James has an MA in person-centred education from the University of Sussex and a PhD in self-regulated learning from the University of Cambridge. He is also the host of the popular Rethinking Education podcast. Website www.drjamesmannion.com www.makingchangestick.co Social Media Information RethinkingJames - X, Bsky, Threads, drjamesmannion IG Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://nape.org.uk/ Discover more about Education on Fire 🔥 https://www.educationonfire.com/ 🔥 Support the show with a One-Off Tip
	20 Jul 2020	154: Student relationships and class culture with Pamela Hall	00:36:36
Pamela Hall, a multi national award-winning educator, is a speaker and author who’s dedicated to helping educators consciously connect with and grow all learners. Pamela’s a life-long learner leading and inspiring thousands of students and educators. Pamela has appeared on P.B.S., many magazines such as Educator Insights, and local news. She’s a passionate educator who specializes in student relationships, class culture, and hands-on, life applicable learning. She encourages educators to be S.T.R.O.N.G. and embrace self-care. Pamela leads Literate For Life, a non-profit foundation that educates, encourages, and empowers children to be literate. She also shares tips on her mindfulness blog; a blog focused on amplifying all kids, education, and self-care. She’s an ordinary cappuccino drinking, chocolate eating mom and wife from Virginia with an extraordinary passion to make a positive difference. https://www.pamhall2inspire.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/PamHall2inspire Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pamhall2inspire/ Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. This includes parents, teachers, governors and all those interested in primary education. NAPE is a non-political charity and works tirelessly to support teachers in the classroom. NAPE leads the Primary Umbrella Group of thirty primary subject associations and unions and gives teachers and schools a voice at governmental level at consultative meetings with ministers for schools. For full details of how they can support you please visit their website at nape.org.uk
	27 Jan 2025	Understanding Left-Handedness in Education: A Conversation with Mark Stewart	00:45:54
How do we support left-handed children in a predominantly right-handed world? Mark Stewart, founder of Left n Write Ltd, shares his journey and insights on the unique challenges faced by left-handed individuals, particularly in educational settings. With over 1 million left-handed children in schools across England, Mark emphasizes the lack of awareness and training for educators on how to assist these students effectively. Mark started his small business about 30 years ago as a result of trying to find left-handed scissors for his youngest son when he was 4. Mark's wife Heather had no training in helping left-handed children during her Teacher Training so they started to campaign with their left-handed MP, Peter Luff, to change the Education system to be proactive rather than passive. They had meetings with Ministers, questions and a 30 minute adjournment debate in the House of Commons, produced a training video in 1999 (now downloadable/interactive and was updated last year) as well as writing an information/activity book titled "So You Think They're Left Handed?" and 3 books titled "Left Hand Writing Skills". We have also produced other resources specifically for left-handed children in education. Over the years I have run over 200 training workshops. In 2021 Mark co founded and is co-chair of a global group called "LEFT-IN" Left-Handers Education Forum and Training International Network (left-in.org) with the aim to improve the information and education available to the educators of left-handed children around the world. Takeaways: There are over 1 million left-handed children in schools in England, yet teacher training lacks essential support for them. Simple adjustments, like seating arrangements in classrooms, significantly benefit left-handed children and their right-handed peers. Left-handed children face unique challenges in a right-handed world, emphasizing the need for awareness and adjustments. The lack of data on left-handed children in education hinders understanding their needs and potential challenges. Mark Stewart encourages parents to advocate for left-handed children in schools to ensure they receive adequate support. Website www.leftshoponline.co.uk Social Media Information Facebook.com/LeftnWrite Instagram: leftshoponline LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mark-stewart-52271020 Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://nape.org.uk/ Discover more about Education on Fire 🔥 https://www.educationonfire.com/ 🔥 Support the show with a One-Off Tip
	12 Jun 2023	347: The future - A solo show with Mark Taylor	00:09:57
Today I share some details about how the podcast will be developing in the coming months. LIVE Podcasts can be found at https://www.youtube.com/@educationonfire5530/streams BookTastic Children's Book Festival https://www.booktastic.org.uk/ Contact me via https://www.educationonfire.com/ Thank you to our principal sponsor National Association for Primary Education Take a FREE look at one of their Primary Education Summit videos with Al Kingsley. Creating Digital Strategies for Schools or at www.educationonfire.com/blog/
	20 Nov 2020	174: What was the best advice you have ever been given? Ep 3	00:22:52
On todays bonus episode we take the question ‘What is the best piece of advice you have ever been given and who gave it to you?’ and hear the answers from guests 20-27 released on the Learning on Fire podcast. You can listen to the whole podcast collection by clicking below. https://player.captivate.fm/collection/c5b7233b-e24a-445f-9b17-292d1d3f6800 Sit back and enjoy the wisdom that has literally changed the lives of the people you hear. Questions asked on the Learning on Fire Podcast Interview 1. Who are you? 2. What does your life look like now and how is it different from when you were growing up? 3. What was valuable about your school experience? 4. Which teachers do you remember and why? 5. Who did you admire when you were young? 6. What was it about that person that had such an impact? 7. What was the best piece of advice you have ever been given and who gave it to you? 8. What advice would you give your younger self? 9. What does your future look like? 10. What podcast, book, video, film, song or other resource has had the biggest impact on your life and why? *Show Sponsor* National Association for Primary Education Our aim is to achieve a higher priority for the education of children from birth to 13. High quality learning in the early years of life is vitally important to the creation of an educated society. Young children are not simply preparing for the future, they are living a never to be repeated time of life and the best way to learn is to live.
	24 Dec 2019	120: Thank you and Merry Christmas	00:00:48
Thank you so much for listening during 2019. Have a very Merry Christmas and we look forward to continuing our journey in 2020.
	20 Jan 2025	Navigating Tough Conversations: Shelby Kretz on Talking Social Justice with Kids	00:44:35
Dr. Shelby Kretz is the creator of Little Justice Leaders, an organization that provides social justice education resources for educators and families. Shelby earned her Ph.D. in Education from UCLA, and her research explores social justice education at the elementary school level. Over the past decade, Shelby has worked with thousands of parents, teachers, and school leaders to bring social justice education to elementary aged kids. She emphasizes that biases begin to form as early as three years old, making it crucial for educators and parents to have resources that support age-appropriate conversations about complex topics such as race, gender, and disability justice. With a focus on collaboration and continuous learning, this conversation underscores the significance of fostering critical thinking and empathy in children as they navigate today’s multifaceted world. Takeaways: Parents and educators must engage young children in conversations about social justice early. Little Justice Leaders provides resources for teachers to address complex social issues effectively. The shift to digital resources allows for more accessibility and affordability in education. Building a supportive community among educators fosters collaboration and shared learning experiences. It's crucial to keep up with changing language and terminology surrounding social justice topics. Creating a curriculum that evolves with students ensures they grasp the principles of justice. Website www.littlejusticeleaders.com Social Media Information @littlejusticeleaders on IG, TikTok, Pinterest, YouTube Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://nape.org.uk/ Discover more about Education on Fire 🔥 https://www.educationonfire.com/ 🔥 Support the show with a One-Off Tip https://educationonfire.com/support 🔥 Ecamm Free Trial – How I record and produce this show. https://educationonfire.com/ecamm 🔥 Captivate.FM – My podcast host https://educationonfire.com/captivate 🔥...
	05 Jan 2023	317: Life coaching for kids with Renaye Thornborrow	00:37:36
Renaye Thornborrow is leading a worldwide movement to bring life coaching and mindset skills training to kids. Since 2013, her company has certified hundreds of coaches in over 30 countries, helping them create a business they love as a life coach for kids while empowering children around the world. Life coaching is a game changer for children as they learn how to build confidence, resilience, and mindset skills for life; and it is a game changer for coaches as they increase their impact and income while doing their work in the world serving kids. Renaye is a personal development expert, member of the International Coaches Federation (ICF), and former 3-year board member for the Association of Coach Training Organizations (ACTO). She is a retired corporate marketing executive and the proud mother of 20-year-old twins – a son and a daughter. Adventures in Wisdom is an ICF CCE (Continuing Coach Education) provider. Website www.adventuresinwisdom.com Social Media Information LinkedIn (Renaye): www.linkedin.com/in/renayethornborrow/ Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/AdventuresInWisdomFanPage YouTube: www.youtube.com/AdventuresInWisdom Instagram: www.instagram.com/adventuresinwisdomcoaching/ Show Sponsor National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) are planning a Primary Education Summit in March 2023. For more information please visit www.educationonfire.com/summit Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	24 Oct 2022	296: Custom Learning Solutions with Julia Phelan	00:43:30
Julia is the co-founder of To Eleven. She has a Ph.D in Education from UCLA and spent much of her career as a research and learning scientist at UCLA as well as consulting and advising for school districts, philanthropic organizations, academic publishing, ed tech, corporate training, and government agencies. Julia co-founded To Eleven to utilize knowledge of how learning works to shape the design and development of meaningful and engaging learning experiences for learners of all ages. 'We are a learning science company bringing over 35 years of extensive experience in education, including curriculum design, courseware development, large-scale research and evaluation projects, assessment writing and validation, research design and consulting. We have produced educational products for myriad types of learners and contexts, including K-16, vocational and technical education, corporate training and talent development.' Website www.to11solutions.com Social Media Information www.linkedin.com/in/juliacphelan/ Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Get a FREE e-copy of their professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	01 Feb 2021	185: Computer Based Maths with Conrad Wolfram	00:42:43
Conrad Wolfram – Strategic Director and European CEO/Co-Founder, Wolfram Research Conrad Wolfram, physicist, mathematician and technologist, is Strategic Director and European Co-Founder/CEO of Wolfram - the “math company” behind Mathematica, Wolfram Language and Wolfram\|Alpha (which powers knowledge answers for Apple's Siri) for over 30 years. Wolfram pioneers new approaches to data science and computation-based development, with technology and consulting solutions that drive innovation in analytics, software development and modelling. Working with start-ups to Fortune 500 companies, it spans industries as diverse as medicine, finance and telecoms. Conrad is recognised as a thought leader in AI, data science and computation, pioneering a multiparadigm data science approach. Conrad is also a leading advocate for a fundamental shift of math education to become computer-based or alternatively introduce a new core subject of computational thinking. He founded computerbasedmath.org and computationalthinking.org to fundamentally fix math education for the AI age - rebuilding the curriculum assuming computers exist. The movement is now a worldwide force in re-engineering the STEM curriculum. His groundbreaking book 'The Math(s) Fix - an education blueprint for the AI age' www.themathsfix.org was released on 10th June 2020 Conrad regularly appears in the media to talk about subjects ranging from decisions and data science to 21st century education. He attended Eton College and holds degrees in Natural Sciences and Math from the University of Cambridge. www.conradwolfram.com *If you would like to support the Education on Fire GoFundMe campaign to create a valuable resource for our children based on the wisdom of our inspiring guests please click below.* https://uk.gofundme.com/f/education-on-fire-book-fundraiser Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education has an online conference on 8th March 2021 entitled: TOWARDS A BALANCED AND BROADLY-BASED CURRICULUM Virtual Conference – Monday 8th March 2021, 4.15pm-6.45pm The Conference, embracing a theme which has always been central to debate about children’s entitlements, has been highlighted by OfSTED as critical in curriculum development and its central importance has been further accentuated by the pressures under which primary schools are working in the post-lockdown phase as they prioritise what is perceived as essential in educational recovery. The impact of the coronavirus pandemic on children’s education may be perceived as a justification for narrowing the curriculum at the expense of the arts and the humanities, but this conference will explore the case for preserving young children’s entitlement to as rich and diverse a curriculum as possible. Dr. Eaude’s keynote lecture will set the scene, highlighting some key issues and considering some lessons to be learnt from the period of lockdown. The subsequent presentations will focus on classroom practice, providing a spotlight on innovations which have been implemented in school and offering guidance for the future. All are most welcome at this event, including teachers, teacher assistants,
	15 Mar 2021	192: Just Like Us with Dominic Arnall	00:31:02
Just Like Us is the charity for LGBT+ young people. Their mission is to empower LGBT+ young people to make education more inclusive, and they work directly with educators at all types of schools. It was founded five years ago for a simple reason: growing up LGBT+ is still unacceptably tough. You can book a school talk (these are taking place online currently, including with pupils at home) and get involved with their Pride Groups programme. Don't forget to sign up to School Diversity Week, which is the annual celebration of LGBT+ inclusion and takes place every summer. www.justlikeus.org Twitter and Instagram: @JustLikeUsUK Resource mentioned Magnetic Field - I thought you were my boyfriend Show Sponsor Xientifica SOS, written by Daniel Phelps, is a unique children’s adventure for young people aged 8-12–adult. It’s ‘Where science meets adventure’. It’s not a science book, it is a children’s adventure novel which has science in it.’ Xientifica SOS provides a perfect platform for discussions and encourages children to ask questions, so is not only ideal for lone-reading or as a class book, but perfect for home schooling too. Xientifica SOS can be bought on Amazon and is available on Kindle or in paperback Go to Amazon – or to find out more (and listen to extracts from the book) – go to Xientifica.com (with an X)…X I E N T I F I C A Homepage: https://xientifica.com/ Twitter @xientifica Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Get a FREE e-copy of their professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal
	11 Aug 2022	276: 360 Skills For Life with Rob Hattersley	00:42:57
Prepared for life, not just exams 360 are a dynamic social enterprise developing essential skills for life in young people through an interactive learning approach we call discuss, decide and do. 360 Skills For Life provide scenario-based educational experiences that equip learners with the skills, knowledge and confidence to live active, fulfilling and safer lives in stronger and more sustainable communities. Experience Skill City, their unique VR environment, bringing to life real world safeguarding dilemmas in realistic but safe scenarios. Their values We listen in order to continually learn and improve We connect and collaborate because partnerships achieve more for less We put the learner and their needs first We empower and challenge rather than instruct We engage and involve learners in our development We adapt and are flexible when encountering new situations and knowledge We include all learners regardless of age, disability, gender, relationship or parental status, race, belief, sex or sexual orientation We seek the best in everyone to realise individual and collective potential Their approach Holistic, cross-curricular education that delivers transferable skills for 21st century life Immersive, practical and interactive learning in which users discuss, make decisions and then do, rather than simply learning facts Awareness of surroundings to make good risk assessments, confidently make better decisions and deal with individual and collective challenges Blended learning where online, in-school and outdoor strands are closely integrated Provision of a realistic dilemma-based virtual Skill City as the core resource Partnership with other organisations to maximise impact and value 360 work closely with partners in the public, private and third sectors and deliver three integrated curriculum strands of online, in school and outdoors. The first phase on safeguarding launched in April 2021. Website www.360skillsforlife.org Social Media Information Twitter - @360SkillsForLife LinkedIn - /360skillsforlife Resource Mentioned Watership Down Sir Ken Robinson TED Talk Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Get a FREE e-copy of their professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	22 Dec 2022	313: Atom Learning with Alex Hatvany	00:46:13
Alex Hatvany is the co-founder of Atom Learning, the UK's largest edtech platform for KS2 children. While working as a tutor whilst at university, Alex and his co-founder, Jake, saw how extra tuition was unregulated and often only accessible to children from higher income families. Frustrated, he and Jake resolved to build a platform to help primary school children from all backgrounds prepare for entrance exams at top-tier schools with personalised support. Using AI, Atom creates gamified exercises tailored to each child's level and learning style and offers 90,000 teacher-written questions. All primary schools can access Atom Prime for free and Atom's home learning platform, Atom Nucleus, is also free for any child on free school meals or pupil premium. The platform is used across 1,400 schools in the UK and 90,000 pupils currently use Atom. Atom raised $25million from SoftBank - the largest Series A round ever secured by a UK-based edtech platform. Website www.atomlearning.co.uk Social Media Information https://twitter.com/atomlearning https://www.instagram.com/atomlearning/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-hatvany-2b0495103/?originalSubdomain=uk Resources Mentioned The Sales Acceleration Formula - Mark Roberge When Breath Becomes Air Show Sponsor National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) are planning a Primary Education Summit in March 2023. For more information please visit www.educationonfire.com/summit Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	30 Oct 2023	367: Positive Mindset Habits for Teachers with Grace Stevens	00:54:14
A former corporate girl, Grace quit her VP life to pursue her dream job as a public school teacher. After 20 years in the classroom, she now focuses full-time on helping educators have a more positive teaching experience. Grace combines her signature mantra, “Your energy teaches more than your lesson plans,” with two decades of study in behavioral therapy, positive psychology, and NLP to create science-based habits for overwhelmed educators. She is the author of the best-selling Positive Mindset Habits for Teachers and the One New Habit book series. Website www.gracestevens.com Social Media Information TikTok: @gracestevensteacher www.facebook.com/GraceStevensTeacher Resources Mentioned Stephen Covey -7 Habits of Highly Effective People https://www.gracestevens.com/happy Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley – ‘Creating Digital Strategies for Schools’ from the Primary Education Summit – ‘Visions for the Future’ – 2023 Get access to all 20 videos from the the summit at www.nape.org.uk/summit For support with podcasting & video please visit www.educationonfire.com/media Watch the Education on Fire Live Show every Tuesday www.educationonfire.com/youtube Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	12 Dec 2022	310: Ramsey Education with Kristina Ellis	00:40:05
After winning $500K in scholarships and graduating from her dream school with a bachelor’s and a master’s degree, Kristina set out to help students create their own plan to earn a debt-free education. She’s the bestselling author of Confessions of a Scholarship Winner and How to Graduate Debt-Free. She's a featured expert in the 2021 documentary Borrowed Future: How Student Loans Are Killing the American Dream. Her work has been featured in numerous media outlets, such as Fox & Friends, The Katie Couric Show, CBN, USA Today, Reuters, Seventeen, and Money. As a Ramsey Personality, Kristina helps thousands of families nationwide navigate the complex waters of college finance and graduate debt-free. Website www.ramseysolutions.com/education KristinaEllis.com Social Media Information www.instagram.com/iamkristinaellis www.facebook.com/iamkristinaellis twitter.com/mykristinaellis Resources Mentioned Christina Aguilera Show Sponsor National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) are planning a Primary Education Summit in March 2023. For more information please visit www.educationonfire.com/summit Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	28 Jul 2022	272: Learning through connection and community with Decoteau Irby	00:59:09
Decoteau creates teaching and learning experiences, music and stories, and opportunities for people to be in community. Be it through music, encouraging the use of urban green spaces, or creating opportunities for Black people to generate wealth and wellness, his priorities are grounded in “going at it” together and creating space for people to shine. Throughout his life, he has created all sorts of things, spaces, and experiences. These include businesses, such Derute Consulting Cooperative, a firm he co-founded in 2013; Visioning Black Spaces LLC, a collective of families that pool and invest our resources to improve Chicago’s Black neighborhoods; and Deaky Bug Creative Works LLC, a firm he uses to curate and finance his personal creative endeavors and collaborations. Decoteau is a professor at University of Illinois at Chicago and author or co-editor of several books, including Stuck Improving: Racial Equity and School Leadership (Harvard Education Press) and a children’s book Magical Black Tears: A Protest Story (Derute Consulting Cooperative). Through all of his work, he is committed to creating spaces that bring people together in community. He is active in his neighborhood community garden and serves as treasurer for his local park advisory council. Finally, a self-taught guitarist, songwriter, performer, and recording artist; with two albums released and available on his website. Website www.decoteauirby.com Social Media Information Twitter: @decoteauirby IG: decoteaublack LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/decoteau-irby Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Get a FREE e-copy of their professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	23 Jan 2023	322: Kinesthetic learning in pre-K to 2nd grade with Walkabouts	00:45:59
Walkabouts are on-demand adventures that transform math, language arts, and reading content into short, movement-rich activities for pre-K to 2nd grade students. Teachers report that Walkabouts help build students’ confidence, improve self-awareness, and enhance self-control. This evidence-based online curriculum supplement makes it easy for teachers and parents to create kinesthetic learning activities — fun lessons that bring key concepts to life through active learning techniques. Walkabouts are even correlated to the state standards (plus Head Start and NAEYC standards) teachers already use. Plus, unlike traditional videos or brain breaks, Walkabouts are dynamic and different each time they play. Watch as a Walkabout is created and played. As a kinesthetic learner, Dr. Julian Reed - Walkabouts co-founder - remembers his active classes in school most fondly. He based Walkabouts on scientific research that proves kids who move more perform better academically. He hopes to kick start a new generation of children who stay active and learn at the same time. Website www.walkabouts.com Social Media Information @DrJulianReed @getwalkabouts www.facebook.com/walkabouts Resources Mentioned Spark - John Ratey M.D Why Learning Is Not All in Your Head - Carla Hannaford Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) Primary Education Summit – ‘Visions for the Future’ – March 2023 Book NOW at www.nape.org.uk/summit Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	06 Sep 2021	219: School education and you 21/22	00:11:28
As we start the 21/22 academic year Mark Taylor shares his plans on how Education on Fire aims to support you as a teacher. His new audio course '10 Pieces of Advice You'd Like to Have as a Child' is now available on Listenable. Find out about the new 4 point F.I.R.E guide designed to help you take stock of your working life and guard against burnout. Available to download at www.educationonfire.com/fire. We continue to share creative and inspiring learning in our schools with weekly interviews. The community continues to grow with the podcast being listen to in well over 100 countries. We are making a possible impact in the world thank you all for listening. Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Get a FREE e-copy of their professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal
	11 Oct 2021	224: 6 Online CPD events from NAPE 2021/2022	00:09:08
Following the success of the online event 'Towards a Balanced and Broadly Based Curriculum' in March 2021, the National Association for Primary Education have planned 6 new online CPD events for the new academic year. 5 starting points for Primary Music 18th October 2021 (booking now) Special Education Needs EdTech EYFS Mental Health/Wellbeing Climate & Ocean Plastic Find out more information at nape.org.uk/online-events
	11 May 2020	140: The Yoghurt & Juice Network	00:25:57
Health and nutrition education for teachers and parents. Support your children to learn about their wellbeing in school or online. The Yoghurt & Juice Network was an idea born during a long car journey, where founders and Nutritionists, Yasmin and Jenna, were fed up of listening to the responsibility of the current state of children’s health being passed between parents, schools, industry, government and so on. As a result, they decided to take on some of the responsibility themselves, by creating The Yoghurt & Juice Network and providing credible nutrition education, first hand, to children, parents and teachers in schools and colleges. The network strives to achieve it’s aims through delivering classroom workshops, assemblies, whole school initiatives and teacher and parent talks through innovative and creative means. At The Yoghurt and Juice Network we strongly believe that healthy eating should always be enjoyable, delicious and never a chore. We believe in educating children to allow them to enjoy making healthier choices whilst understanding the benefits to their long term health. We strongly feel that children should be provided with the best chances possible and understanding the relationship between what they eat and their health outcomes is the perfect place to start. www.theyoghurtandjuicenetwork.com Instagram @theyoghurt&juice_network https://www.facebook.com/theyoghurtandjuicenetwork/ https://www.patreon.com/theyoghurtandjuicenetwork 'Education is not the filling of a pail but the lighting of a fire' Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. This includes parents, teachers, governors and all those interested in primary education. NAPE is a non-political charity and works tirelessly to support teachers in the classroom. NAPE leads the Primary Umbrella Group of thirty primary subject associations and unions and gives teachers and schools a voice at governmental level at consultative meetings with ministers for schools. For full details of how they can support you please visit their website at nape.org.uk
	07 Apr 2025	Through a Different Lens - Lessons from a Life in Education with Prof Dr Ger Graus OBE	00:52:33
Professor Dr Ger Graus OBE is a renowned figure in the field of education - once described as “Jean-Jacques Rousseau meets Willy Wonka”. He was the first Global Director of Education at KidZania and the founding CEO of the Children’s University. In 2019, Ger became a Visiting Professor at the National Research University in Moscow, Russia. He is also a Professor of Practice at the University of Cumbria, United Kingdom, and a Member of the PhD Advisory Council at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy. Ger is a frequent keynote speaker at some of the world’s leading education conferences. Driven by his famous mantra that “Children can only aspire to what they know exists”, Ger champions the cause of equity, progress, purpose, creativity, and innovation in children’s learning. Born in the Netherlands, Ger moved to the United Kingdom in 1983 where he began his teaching career, later becoming a Senior Inspector, and Education Director. Ger is a member of Bett’s Global Education Council; DIDAC India’s Advisory Board; and Junior Achievement’s Worldwide Global Council. He chairs the Beaconhouse School System’s Advisory Board, Pakistan; advises the Fondazione Reggio Children, Italy; supports a range of education start-ups globally; and was invited to help shape the future of education in Dubai as a member of the Dubai Future Councils. In 2023, he joined the Global Teacher Prize Judging and the World’s Best School Prize Academies as a judge. In 2024, Ger was invited onto the Board of Trustees of the Sharjah Education Academy by Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qassimi, Ruler of Sharjah. In the 2014 Queen’s Birthday Honours List Ger was made an Honorary Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (OBE) for services to children, and in 2018 he received the Global Education Leadership Award at the World Education Congress, India. In 2022, he was granted the award of Iconic Leader Creating A Better World For All by the Women Economic Forum (WEF) and the following year, Ger was made a Companion of the Harry Volker Genootschap in The Netherlands. Ger’s professional autobiography, Through a Different Lens - Lessons from a Life in Education, will be published by Routledge in April 2025. Website https://www.gergraus.com/ Social Media Information https://www.linkedin.com/in/prof-dr-ger-graus-obe-335bb6115/ Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://nape.org.uk/ Discover more about Education on Fire 🔥 https://www.educationonfire.com/ 🔥 Support the show with a One-Off Tip
	10 Oct 2022	292: Do the arts perform at school? with Artis Foundation	00:44:13
The Artis Foundation's mission is to transform lives through the arts by creating magical, high quality learning opportunities to help children flourish. Rebecca Boyle Suh is a passionate advocate of integrating the arts throughout learning and has particular interests in primary education and raising girls. In 2004 Rebecca established Artis, a social business dedicated to transforming education through the performing arts reaching thousands of children every week. Co-Founder & Executive Chair of Artis Foundation, a charity focussed on social mobility and wellbeing through the arts, Rebecca is also Director of a sculptor’s studio based in London and Seoul, was previously Co-Chair of Heartlands Community Trust in Haringey, and has set up girls leadership book clubs in her community. Rebecca began her career at IMG Artists, an international arts management company, working in New York, London and Paris. As a Fulbright scholar at Yale University, Rebecca earned an MA in musicology, and prior to that a BMus from Goldsmiths College. Do the arts perform at school? The economic case for delivering a curriculum-based performing arts programme in primary schools. A report for Artis Foundation in association with Amit Kara & Sadia Sheik, June 2022, as mentioned by Rebecca can be viewed here. Website www.artisfoundation.org.uk Social Media Information twitter.com/ArtisFdn www.instagram.com/artis_foundation/ www.facebook.com/ArtisFdn www.linkedin.com/company/artis-education Resources Mentioned The Happiness Lab Podcast Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Get a FREE e-copy of their professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	25 Nov 2019	116: Creating a new Education on Fire learning community	00:17:09
Mark explains his idea about starting an Education on Fire Community by bringing everyone involved in the Education on Fire Podcast Network together to support the children in our lives. A group of people to lead the creation of important learning content that we can gift our children. Education on Fire Learning on Fire National Association for Primary Education This concept was first shared on episode 50 of the Learning on Fire Podcast.
	04 May 2020	139: Overthrowing Education with Batsheva Frankel	00:37:33
Today we discuss how the current lockdown and remote learning could change the education system forever. Batsheva Frankel, MAT, is a veteran teacher of over 25 years. In 2011, she began developing the award-winning LaunchBox products, which are games and activities that explore big philosophical ideas. She is also the creator of Lenses of Questioning, a methodology for helping students develop critical and analytical thinking skills. Batsheva has given classes and workshops for educators all over the US and UK, including at the Deeper-Learning Conference, The California Association for the Gifted, GameLevelLearnCon, Limmud Festival and NewCAJE. She designs curriculum and creative programming, as well as mentors teachers for institutions across the US. From her long-time teaching and administrative gig at Areté Preparatory Academy, Batsheva and the head of Areté Prep, Jim Hahn, formed The Areté Institute in Los Angeles to actively participate in and contribute to the larger conversation about what great education could and should be and how to make it happen. As director of The Areté Institute, Batsheva produces and hosts the podcast Overthrowing Education as well creates programming for both educators and parents. Her book, The Jewish Educator’s Companion: Practical Tools and Inspirational Ideas was published in 2017 (Behrman House) www.overthrowingeducation.com Twitter @overthrowinged Insta @overthrowingeducation FB: https://www.facebook.com/OverthrowingEducation 'Education is not the filling of a pail but the lighting of a fire' Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. This includes parents, teachers, governors and all those interested in primary education. NAPE is a non-political charity and works tirelessly to support teachers in the classroom. NAPE leads the Primary Umbrella Group of thirty primary subject associations and unions and gives teachers and schools a voice at governmental level at consultative meetings with ministers for schools. For full details of how they can support you please visit their website at nape.org.uk
	05 Dec 2022	308: Ecsell Institute, Sport & Education with Bill Eckstrom	00:49:42
Bill Eckstrom is the CEO and founder of EcSell Institute. Bill’s robust professional career path has encompassed sales, sales leadership, executive leadership with both private and publicly traded companies, and as a founder of start-ups. In 2008, he established EcSell Institute to fill a void he witnessed and personally experienced in the coaching and leadership profession within businesses. Since then, Ecsell’s research and improvement programming has also been utilized in the athletic and academic worlds, spawning his new start-ups Ecsell Sports and Ecsell Education in 2020. In 2017 and again in 2022, Bill was invited to the TEDx stage where he shared his research and experiences in renowned talks that have been viewed by almost five million people throughout the world. Bill co-authored the book The Coaching Effect: What great leaders do to increase sales, enhance performance, and sustain growth which was introduced in April, 2019, and has been a best-seller since the first week of its release. As a result of his broad experiences in the realms of business and athletics, along with his company’s research-based findings, Bill is a popular guest on podcasts, radio shows and has been featured in Forbes and Inc. magazines, and many other publications. His work as a keynote speaker is highly regarded throughout the world. While his audiences call him “profoundly authentic,” “highly entertaining,” and more, Bill is most proud of the fact his material is based on EcSell’s science and research—he does not present motivational fluff. Lincoln, Nebraska is home for Bill and his wife. Together they have three children, Will Jr, Claire, and Maddie. Philanthropically, Bill prefers a very hands-on approach as evidenced by his current involvement and passion-- therapy dog work. He and his four-legged companion, Aspen, visit children in hospitals, senior citizens in nursing homes, students in academic settings, and offer emotional support to various athletic teams. Bill also has a strong need to be in the outdoors and finds time each year to spend in field and stream with his children and close friends. Website www.ecsellinstitute.com www.ecsellsports.com Social Media Information Twitter @BillEckstrom LinkedIn @BillEckstrom Instagram @eckstromwl Resources Mentioned Viktor Frankl Bill's TEDx Talks https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hr7rGpFpuX8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LBvHI1awWaI Show Sponsor National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) are planning a Primary Education Summit in March 2023. For more information please visit www.educationonfire.com/summit Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	04 Jul 2022	265: THINK Global School with Russell Cailey	00:53:23
THINK Global School’s rigorous Changemaker Curriculum combines travel with project-based learning, making for a one-of-a-kind education that nurtures all areas of teenage development. Russell is one of the principals of THINK Global School (TGS) and was voted one of the top 100 Global Visionaries in Education (GFEL, 2021). TGS is the world’s first travelling high school, and beyond the travel, TGS offers a distinctly unique environment for students to guide their learning through the Changemaker Curriculum. Designed with agency in mind, the Changemaker Curriculum empowers students to create and implement projects relevant to the countries they call home during the course of their TGS education. Website www.thinkglobalschool.org Social Media Information https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-john-cailey-11148240/ Resource Mentioned Weapons of Mass Instruction - John Taylor Gatto Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Get a FREE e-copy of their professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	09 Mar 2020	128: Building our community with Patreon	00:09:55
Our Patreon page is now live. See how we can come together as a community to create a learning environment that supports the skills and understanding required for our children to flourish. They are the next generation who will take the world forward. Let them learn from the guiding examples already shining their light and demonstrating what is possible if you follow your dreams. Let us support children to be passionate, curious, courageous, empathetic, understanding and full of wonder. Now that is a world I want to be part of. Find out more at www.patreon.com/educationonfire
	25 Sep 2023	362: New communication strategies for parents of teens with Jeanine Mouchawar	00:56:47
Jeanine Mouchawar is a life coach for parents of teenagers. She helps make parenting easier by teaching new communication strategies that stop the battles and create a calm, peaceful home. Parents learn how to teach their teens cooperation, responsibility, and critical life skills to empower them for success. In the process, they create the positive, meaningful relationship they always imagined. Jeanine earned her B.A. from Stanford University and is a certified professional life coach. She is married and has 3 adult children. Website www.jeaninemouchawar.com Social Media Information www.instagram.com/jeaninemouchawarcoaching/ www.facebook.com/jeaninemouchawarcoaching www.tiktok.com/@jeaninemouchawarcoaching Resources Mentioned https://eckharttolle.com/ Resources from Jeanine How to Talk So Your Teen Listens No More Battles with Your Teen Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley – ‘Creating Digital Strategies for Schools’ from the Primary Education Summit – ‘Visions for the Future’ – 2023 Get access to all 20 videos from the the summit at www.nape.org.uk/summit For support with podcasting & video please visit www.educationonfire.com/media Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	11 Mar 2024	386: Strengthening Executive Function Skills for Children with Dr. Lynne Kenney	00:56:09
Dr. Lynne Kenney is the nation’s leading pediatric psychologist in the development of classroom cognitive-physical activity programs for students grades K-8. Dr. Kenney develops curriculum, programming, and activities to improve children’s cognition through coordinative cognitive-motor movement, executive function skill-building strategies, and social-emotional learning. Dr. Kenney is a pediatric psychologist on the Language & Cognition Team at Wellington-Alexander Center for the Treatment of Dyslexia, Scottsdale, Arizona. She has advanced fellowship training in forensic psychology and developmental pediatric psychology from Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School and Harbor-UCLA/UCLA Medical School. As an international educator, researcher, and author, Dr. Kenney is dedicated to improving the trajectory of children's learning, particularly in high-need, low-income communities. Website www.lynnekenney.com Social Media Information @drlynnekenney (X, FB, Instagram) Resources Mentioned ADHD Foundation Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://nape.org.uk/ SEND Conference Friday 26th April – Hybrid event London School of Public Relations – www.lspr-education.com/podcasting-course/ Delivered by Mark Taylor. The 1-day Essentials of Podcasting Certificated short course is highly practical and packed full of useful information to get you on the road to producing your own professional podcasts. The Podcasting course will help you to create, edit, deliver and promote your podcast. The course also provides useful tips and tricks from industry experts on producing professional and effective results. Support the show at www.educationonfire.com/support Have you seen our live shows on YouTube? www.EducationOnFire.com/youtube Mentioned in this episode: London School of Public Relations - Podcasting Course with Mark Taylor The 1-day Essentials of Podcasting Certificated short course is highly practical and packed full of useful information to get you on the road to producing your own professional podcasts. The Podcasting course will help you to create, edit, deliver and promote your podcast. The course also provides useful tips and tricks from industry experts on producing professional and effective results. LSPR
	09 Jun 2022	258: UK's Leading Online School - King's InterHigh with Ashley Harrold	00:45:26
King’s InterHigh is an independent British international online school. Offering Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form education, we cater to students from age 7 – 18 who are looking for a high quality British education delivered in a way that revolves around their lifestyle. Considered the original online school and founded in 2005, King’s InterHigh offers easy access to quality live and recorded lessons from anywhere in the world. Lessons are designed and optimised for online and taught by fully qualified and experienced UK teachers. Combined with a proven educational model and innovative delivery, we bring life to lessons and increase students’ involvement in learning new concepts. The school offers International GCSEs and A Levels. King’s InterHigh is an extraordinary blend of 50 years of academic excellence of the King’s College Group and of InterHigh’s over 15 years of delivering unparalleled online education. With over 10 000 alumni and graduates progressing to fulfilling careers and to further studies in universities across the UK and internationally, King’s InterHigh is a global learning community. Ashley Harrold is the Executive Head at King’s InterHigh – overseeing the continued development of this leading online school. He is an experienced Headteacher, having successfully led Blatchington Mill School in Hove, Sussex, for 6 years before joining King’s InterHigh. He qualified as a history teacher at University College London’s Institute of Education in 2008 and taught in London before moving to the Sussex coast. He is skilled in school improvement and committed to inclusivity and excellence, with a clear focus on developing the whole learner. Ashley’s leadership is rooted in the belief that learning is a transformative force for good, and is driven by the highest expectations for all students. Website kingsinterhigh.co.uk Social Media Information www.facebook.com/InterHighSchool/ Twitter @ Kings_InterHigh Instagram @kingsinterhigh www.linkedin.com/company/interhigh-education/ www.youtube.com/user/interhighschoolfs Resources Mentioned The Structure of Scientific Revolutions - Thomas S. Kuhn Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Find out more about their online CPD events this summer at nape.org.uk/online-events Ocean Plastic & Climate Change – Join Ellie Jackson author of the Wild Tribe Heroes book series as we invite pupils to write a story based on this topic in a writing festival (13th June 2022) Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	21 Feb 2022	244: NEO the next generation platform with Graham Glass	00:37:56
Cypher Learning NEO is the next-generation platform your school has been waiting for. It’s the ideal solution for all learning activities, whether it’s creating content, assessing students, or tracking student achievement. NEO provides a refreshingly new way to teach and learn that boosts student engagement and makes teaching easier. With an intuitive design and powerful features, NEO has all the tools schools and universities need for a great learning and teaching experience. It all started with a young boy named Graham Glass who had a tremendous passion for education. Growing up in the U.K., Graham was lucky to attend schools where he encountered some great teachers. He enjoyed going to school and learning new things. He even thought of choosing teaching as a career. Later on, after finishing university, Graham became a teacher and was a senior lecturer at the University of Texas, where he taught Computer Science. He gained a good reputation for his teaching skills at UTD, and was soon getting offers to teach the same materials at local high-tech companies. Back in those days, Learning Management Systems (LMS) did not exist to help facilitate teaching and engage young learners with their studies. Even then, he was wondering why isn’t there a way to package his instruction materials in a scalable way and make it available to millions of people. Graham built his first company based on his teaching experience and ventured on to corporate training and software products. He founded two more companies related to computer tech and training, but his passion has always remained teaching and education. Even though he spent most of his career in the enterprise software space, there has always been a significant educational component, whether it was teaching at University, writing books, teaching in corporations, or explaining complex topics at seminars. That's why in 2009 he decided to go back to his educational roots by starting a new company called EDU 2.0. The company focused on something that was very close to Graham's heart, which was improving education through an innovative e-learning platform. His mission was to provide a better way of facilitating teaching and learning and have a bigger impact on the way people learn. In 2014 EDU 2.0 rebranded to NEO and EDU 2.0 for Business rebranded to MATRIX. Both products are now under the umbrella of CYPHER LEARNING. In 2017, the company launched a new LMS product for entrepreneurs named INDIE. Over the years, CYPHER LEARNING products have received numerous awards and recognitions, are used by over 20,000 organizations, and are available in 40+ languages. Graham's passion for education and innovation has become the essence of who we are as a company and motivates us as a team to offer the best solutions for each market. CYPHER LEARNING is currently the only company that offers learning management systems in all major e-learning sectors: academic, corporate, and individuals. Website https://www.neolms.com/ Social Media Information https://twitter.com/cypherlearning Resources Mentioned Society of Mind - Marvin Minsky Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Find out more about their online CPD events at nape.org.uk/online-events
	16 Mar 2020	129: Kids Deserve It with Todd Nesloney	00:31:21
Todd Nesloney is the Director of Culture and Strategic Leadership for the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA). He has also served as an award winning principal of a PreK-5th Grade campus of over 775 students in a rural town in Texas. He has been recognized by the White House, John C Maxwell, the Center for Digital Education, National School Board Association, the BAMMYS, and more for his work in education and with children. Todd's first book, Kids Deserve It!, which was co-written with Adam Welcome, was a runaway smash. Since then he has authored, Stories From Webb and co-authored Sparks in the Dark with Travis Crowder. He also hosts the podcast "Tell Your Story" and is very active on social media under the moniker Tech Ninja Todd. He is passionate about doing whatever it takes for our students and helping others tell their story. www.toddnesloney.com Twitter: @TechNinjaTodd instagram: @TechNinjaTodd Facebook.com/toddnesloney Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. This includes parents, teachers, governors and all those interested in primary education. NAPE is a non-political charity and works tirelessly to support teachers in the classroom as expressed in their ‘Value of Membership’ Document. NAPE leads the Primary Umbrella Group of thirty primary subject associations and unions and gives teachers and schools a voice at governmental level at consultative meetings with ministers for schools. For full details of how they can support you please visit their website at nape.org.uk
	17 Jun 2024	400: Hacking School Discipline Together with Jeffrey Benson	00:48:22
Jeffrey Benson has four decades of experience as a teacher, mentor, and administrator. His work and publications focus on conflict resolution, restorative discipline, learning theory, trauma, inclusive classes, and staff and leadership development. He coaches principals, teachers, provides workshops, and facilitates school-change teams. He supports schools to be more successful with more students, rooted in understanding how people learn, the starting point for all we should do in schools. His latest book is Hacking School Discipline Together. Website www.jeffreybenson.org Social Media Information LinkedIn: Jeffreybenson61 Resources Mentioned Jeffrey's book - Hacking School Discipline Together Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) www.nape.org.uk Support the show at www.educationonfire.com/support Have you seen our live shows on YouTube? www.EducationOnFire.com/youtube
	22 Jan 2024	379: The Leader's Algorithm with Pablo Muñoz	00:59:08
Pablo Muñoz is the Managing Director of Muñoz & Company, an educational and leadership consulting organization. He has 30 years of public education experience as a teacher and administrator and was a superintendent of schools for 16 years. Pablo was recognized as the 2008 Union County School Superintendent of the Year by the Gateway Regional Chamber of Commerce in New Jersey and named as one of the George Lucas Educational Foundation’s 2008 Daring Dozen – a prestigious group of twelve educators “who are reshaping the future of education.” In addition, Pablo is a leadership coach, teacher, trainer, and speaker with the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team; an Adjunct Professor at Lehigh University; a member of the Forbes Coaches Council; and the author of The Leader’s Algorithm. Pablo graduated from Yale University in 1991 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Ivy League pitching honors. A lifelong athlete and sports fan, he has coached baseball at all levels from little league to professional, having been a minor league pitching coach with the Chicago Cubs. After Yale, Pablo continued his education at Teachers College, Columbia University where he earned a Master of Arts in Educational Administration in 1996. When there are systemic problems, effective leaders must make systemic changes. In The Leader’s Algorithm, Pablo Muñoz outlines a strategic framework for developing a viable, personal Theory of Action to transform your organization, work, and relationships while positively impacting those who need you most. Website www.themunozcompany.com Resources Mentioned www.themunozcompany.com/the-leaders-algorithm Maxwell Leadership The Broad Center Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://nape.org.uk/ SEND Conference Friday 26th April – Hybrid event London School of Public Relations – www.lspr-education.com/podcasting-course/ Delivered by Mark Taylor. The 1-day Essentials of Podcasting Certificated short course is highly practical and packed full of useful information to get you on the road to producing your own professional podcasts. The Podcasting course will help you to create, edit, deliver and promote your podcast. The course also provides useful tips and tricks from industry experts on producing professional and effective results. Watch the Education on Fire Live Show every Tuesday www.educationonfire.com/youtube Mentioned in this episode: London School of Public Relations - Podcasting Course with Mark Taylor The 1-day Essentials of Podcasting Certificated short course is highly practical and packed full of useful information to get you on the road to producing your own professional podcasts. The Podcasting course will help you to create, edit, deliver and promote your podcast. The course also provides...
	29 Jun 2020	150: Why no child is behind because of coronavirus	00:09:56
In this solo show Mark shares his thoughts and experience of what learning has really meant during lockdown. It seems amazing that governments are declaring children need to catchup with missed work. How can there be no allowance for the world shutting down? Why does life have to look the same as before? Surely if nothing else recent events have shown us all that life has to reflect what is happening to and for us? You wouldn't expect someone to run a race with a broken leg you would reframe the expectations and goals. Let's take this opportunity to do the same for education. If you want to get involved with the conversation sign up to our email list and join the Education on Fire Private Facebook Group. www.EducationOnFire.com Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. This includes parents, teachers, governors and all those interested in primary education. NAPE is a non-political charity and works tirelessly to support teachers in the classroom. NAPE leads the Primary Umbrella Group of thirty primary subject associations and unions and gives teachers and schools a voice at governmental level at consultative meetings with ministers for schools. For full details of how they can support you please visit their website at nape.org.uk
	28 Mar 2022	249: A whole-school mental health platform with STEER Education	00:46:24
Simon Antwis is Senior Education Consultant at STEER Education. He has been a headteacher of three schools and a school inspector. STEER Education is a whole-school mental health platform that empowers teachers to measure, track and improve the self regulation and mental wellbeing of young people. It supports being proactive in safeguarding young people’s mental health. STEER Education exists to prepare young people with the human skills they need to thrive in life. Research shows that self-regulation is a critical skill that young people need for that journey. STEER'S mission is to safeguard the mental health of the young people by teaching them to self-regulate. They do that by serving families, schools and young people themselves. STEER provides schools with a standardised, data-driven, impact-focused approach to measure, track, and improve social-emotional health across their schools, and demonstrate a high level of proactive safeguarding. Their tools track how every young person steers four factors of self-regulation: their self-disclosure, trust of themself, trust of others, and seeking change. STEER schools track their young people 3 times a year, year on year, from 8 to 18, providing early mental health risk flags, and personalised action plans to guide teachers’ response. We even provide practical guidance for children’s families. Website steer.education/ Social Media Information Twitter @simonantwis https://uk.linkedin.com/in/simon-antwis-50132b31 Resources Mentioned Fever Pitch - Nick Hornby Leadership Matters - Andy Buck Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Find out more about their online CPD events at nape.org.uk/online-events Listen to Mark’s audio course 10 Pieces of Advice You’d Like to Have as a Child
	01 Apr 2024	389: Viable alternatives to a 4-year college degree with Nat Greene	00:41:50
Nat has accelerated the careers of hundreds of professionals of all ages as consultant, coach, and business leader. His latest startup Futures Forge, a challenger to the current university system, is inspired by the success Nat had developing recent grads from Ivy+ schools in the firm he founded, Stroud International. Stroud’s success helping Global 1000 businesses and the rapid learning of early employees, Stroud won “Best Small Consulting Firm” 7 times in 8 years. Nat’s mission with Futures Forge is to provide gifted students the opportunity to develop the core skills and attributes that matter far more for career success than which college you went to, and to seed a market of viable alternatives to a 4-year college degree to create competition and strategic choice for families everywhere. Nat has a Masters of Engineering from Oxford University and studied design, manufacturing and management at Cambridge University, in addition to executive education coursework in Harvard Business School's Owner/President Management program. Website www.futuresforge.org Social Media Information www.youtube.com/@FuturesForge Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) SEND Conference Friday 26th April – Hybrid event https://nape.org.uk/conference-2024 Welcome to the NAPE Conference 2024, which is focusing on SEND: challenges and strategies! Join us at the University of Bedfordshire for a day filled with insightful discussions, workshops and networking opportunities. This event is designed to address the unique challenges faced by individuals with special educational needs and disabilities; we hope you come away at the end of the day fired with ideas and knowledge about SEND. Learn from experts specifically chosen to talk to you, some of whom are practitioners who have come away from their school to be at the conference. We have an excellent keynote speaker, and you can choose two of the workshops, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to collaborate and learn together! https://nape.org.uk/conference-2024 Support the show at www.educationonfire.com/support Have you seen our live shows on YouTube? www.EducationOnFire.com/youtube
	02 Jun 2022	256: Stem Steam and Steame with Andrew Lochery	00:46:41
Andrew Lochery is the Founder and CEO of Phosphor, which provides teachers with tools and materials needed to deliver STEM Club activities for 9-13 year olds. After 16 years of teaching science, he found there was a problem with accessing high quality STEM resources that would help him inspire students and engage with STEM subjects - not just in the classroom, but in the world around them. These dynamic subjects are changing at an ever increasing rate, which traditional curriculums struggle to keep pace with. His mission is to provide time-poor teachers with STEM club materials and resources that are current, easy to deliver and most importantly fun for students! Website phosphorescience.com greenapleducation.co.uk Social Media Information www.facebook.com/GreenAPLEducation/ www.facebook.com/groups/1719905368201770/ Twitter @GreenAPL Instagram @Phosphorstemclub www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-lochery-580a5013 Resources Mentioned Long Walk to Freedom - Nelson Mandela Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Find out more about their online CPD events this summer at nape.org.uk/online-events Ocean Plastic & Climate Change – Join Ellie Jackson author of the Wild Tribe Heroes book series as we invite pupils to write a story based on this topic in a writing festival (13th June 2022) Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	07 Oct 2024	Daylighting Education with Dr. Doug Milburn	00:50:54
Great buildings need a connection to the outdoors, one that is only achieved through the use of glass. Uncontrolled sunlight causes glare and overheating that can make an otherwise beautiful space painful to be in. New building energy codes can block your way. So Dr. Doug Milburn of Advanced Glazings Ltd created Solera® a line of highly insulating light diffusing glass. What you should consider about Daylighting Education. Daylighting done well produces visual comfort. Glare is eliminated. Light intensity is even. Eyes never strain to reveal detail in a space. Daylighting done well doesn’t compromise the thermal efficiency of a building envelope. With the right product, daylighting can actually enhance thermal efficiency. Daylighting done well permits sunlight to penetrate deep within a space, not merely along its perimeter. Glare caused by the sharp contrast between light and dark is eliminated, creating well-lit interiors for occupants. Daylighting done well comes in the form of insulated translucent glazings that provide the highest thermal performance requirements with a very small environmental footprint. Daylighting done well should not necessitate the use of costly passive daylighting controls such as interior blinds or exterior sunshades. Dr. Doug Milburn is the founder of Advanced Glazings Ltd. He talks to me about his knowledge and passion to create the best possible environment for students to learn. We discuss how this can be achieved and the technology available with his product Solera. Website www.advancedglazings.com Social Media Information www.instagram.com/advancedglazingsltd www.podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-buildings-for-humans/id1703272153 https://www.instagram.com/bbfhpod Discover more about Education on Fire 🔥 https://www.educationonfire.com/ 🔥 Explore the podcast https://www.educationonfire.com/listen 🔥 Support the show with a One-Off Tip https://educationonfire.com/support 🔥 Ecamm Free Trial – See how I record and produce this show. https://educationonfire.com/ecamm Some of the above are affiliate
	20 Sep 2021	221: Let's Learn About Science with Dr. Stephanie Ryan, Ph.D	00:50:11
Dr. Stephanie Ryan, Ph.D. is a chemist, a boy mom, and a social media influencer who enjoys using her background to create superior educational products and content. Although an academic at heart, Dr. Stephanie is passionate about learning through play. She can be found helping young kids explore the fascinating world around them. Over the years, Dr. Stephanie has taught science to all age groups, both in and out of the classroom, helping toddlers learn about their world and college students define theirs. She is an active member of the chemistry education community and is currently a committee member of the International Activities Committee for the Division of Chemical Education. Dr. Stephanie earned her Ph.D. in the Learning Sciences and her M.S. in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Illinois at Chicago. She earned her B.S. in Chemistry from Saint Mary’s College. For great learning activities in the sciences, book recommendations, and more, follow Dr. Stephanie on Instagram Website www.letslearnaboutscience.com Social Media Information https://www.instagram.com/letslearnaboutscience/ Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Get a FREE e-copy of their professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal Listen to Mark's audio course 10 Pieces of Advice You’d Like to Have as a Child
	16 Dec 2019	119: Pizzicato Lane with Rachel Hopson	00:21:30
We continue our Primary Music on Fire specials with a focus on nursery and early years. I chat to Rachel Hopson who is launching a new resource called Pizzicato Lane. Rachel is head of music in a Sandwell secondary school in the West Midlands and has taught music for 20 years. Her real passion is the study of how young children's personal and academic development can be enhanced by early exposure to music. This is why Pizzicato Lane has been created. Website w ww.pizzicatolane.com email - rachel@pizzicatolane.com Social Media Pizzicato Lane Facebook Page Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. This includes parents, teachers, governors and all those interested in primary education. NAPE is a non-political charity and works tirelessly to support teachers in the classroom as expressed in their ‘Value of Membership’ Document. NAPE leads the Primary Umbrella Group of thirty primary subject associations and unions and gives teachers and schools a voice at governmental level at consultative meetings with ministers for schools. For full details of how they can support you please visit their website at nape.org.uk
	01 Jan 2024	376: Diversity in teaching, teacher recruitment and retention with Dr. Joshua Fullard	00:46:07
Joshua Fullard is an Assistant Professor at the Warwick Business School, University of Warwick, and a Research Associate at the Research Centre on Micro-Social Change, University of Essex. His research can broadly fit into three categories: teachers and teacher labour markets, education inequalities and research methods. His work is regularly cited in the media, government reports and in parliamentary debates. Dr Fullard received his PhD from the Institute for Social and Economic Research at the University of Essex and has previously held positions in the Department of Economics at the University of Essex, the Education Policy InstituteInstitute, and the Leibniz Institute for Economic Research at the University of Munich.ifo Institute in Munich. Website https://sites.google.com/view/joshuafullard/home Social Media Information @WarwickBSchool @uniofwarwick Resources Mentioned Audio books Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://nape.org.uk/ For support with podcasting & video please visit www.educationonfire.com/media Watch the Education on Fire Live Show every Tuesday www.educationonfire.com/youtube Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	31 Mar 2025	The Power of Meditation: Building Resilience in Students	00:47:49
Bob Martin’s Uncommon Journey takes him from a high-powered criminal trial lawyer during Miami’s Cocaine Cowboy era to a healing force. Under the tutelage of Hua Ching Ni, a 72nd-generation Master from the Shaolin Temple, Bob has become a Certified Meditation Teacher, Mentor, and published author. At 74, Bob draws from his diverse experiences as a criminal lawyer, restaurant owner, corporate consultant, and community leader to guide others toward clarity and peace. Currently serving as a Professor of Wellness and Mindfulness Coordinator at Elon University, along with teaching corporate executives to the overwhelmed, Bob blends Taoist teachings, brain science, and psychology to help individuals break free from limiting beliefs. His story of transformation offers powerful insights into resilience, fulfillment, and living a meaningful life. Takeaways: The concept of wellness encompasses physical, mental, financial, and spiritual dimensions, promoting holistic life skills for students. Meditation significantly enhances resilience, teaching individuals to recover from setbacks effectively and maintain focus amid challenges. Bob Martin's diverse career journey illustrates the transformative power of mentorship and personal growth through unexpected avenues. The integration of mindfulness into academic settings fosters a supportive environment, equipping students with essential tools for a meaningful life. The importance of reframing one's mindset from obligation to opportunity can profoundly impact personal motivation and academic performance. Life's transient nature urges us to embrace each day as a unique opportunity for growth and fulfillment, emphasizing the value of mindful living. Website www.awiseandhappylife.com Social Media Information https://www.facebook.com/awiseandhappylife https://iamthewaybook.com/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61562488613782 https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-martin-995b30127/ https://www.instagram.com/invites/contact/?igsh=1gpcg2ts1mn3d&utm_content=afkfvku https://www.tiktok.com/@iambobmartin?_t=ZP-8t0Mcd4uHBG&_r=1 https://www.youtube.com/@bobmartin2629 Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://nape.org.uk/ Discover more about Education on Fire 🔥 https://www.educationonfire.com/ 🔥 Support the show with a One-Off Tip https://educationonfire.com/support 🔥 Ecamm Free Trial –...
	17 May 2021	203: thinkfour online learning platform with Matthew Pearce	00:26:48
thinkfour is a free online virtual learning platform for Scottish Higher pupils which distils complex sections of the curriculum into four minute videos as presented by experienced teachers. It is available to *all* children throughout Scotland and targeted at ages 14-17. Young people are able to upload their own versions of the videos which are vetted by teachers and there is a whole section dedicated to helping parents and carers support their children with their studies. It is a collaboration between expert teachers, academic specialists in education, and a Glasgow-based award winning digital agency. This independent start-up was funded by The Glasgow Academy of which Matthew Pearce is Rector. Website thinkfour.org.uk/ Social Media Information www.facebook.com/thinkfour @think4scot www.linkedin.com/thinkfour Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Get a FREE e-copy of their professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal
	13 Dec 2021	233: Safety 4 Life Foundation with Brian LaBovick	00:38:00
Brian LaBovick is the CEO and Founder of LaBovick Law Group in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. What most excites Brian these days is ‘Safety 4 Life Foundation’ – his foundation focused on improving youth’s safety regarding the road, the internet, the police, and human trafficking. The Safety 4 Life Foundation creates impactful educational programs designed to change dangerous behavior on and off the road. Their inspirational experiences act as a guide for children and families to make positive choices that save lives. The Safety 4 Life Foundation was created in a year like no other, when the need for impactful safety programs has never been greater! Internet safety and human trafficking became critical subjects to address because our students were attached to their electronic devices prior to the pandemic, but remote learning took this to the next level. These circumstances made many susceptible to predators which can lead to a human trafficking situation. The unrest as a result of law enforcement related tragedies made creating peaceful interactions and offering solutions to the public and the police a priority. And the road safety crisis continues on for everyone who shares the road, especially our young and most vulnerable. Safety 4 Life provides assemblies, safety fairs, on-line information, and events for students and their families. Our dynamic speakers bring real life scenarios to the audience and eliminate any confusion associated with the dangerous subjects being presented. Opportunities for community service are available along with our Student Ambassador program which gives students an introduction into a civic mindset while keeping themselves and their peers safe. Website https://safety4life.org/ https://www.labovick.com/our-attorneys/brian-labovick/ Social Media Information FB: www.facebook.com/Florida.Lawyers IG: www.instagram.com/labovicklawgroup/ Twitter: twitter.com/labovicklaw LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/labovick-law-group YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/LaBovick/videos Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/labovicklaw Resources Mentioned Patrick Lencioni Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Find out more about their online CPD events at nape.org.uk/online-events Listen to Mark’s audio course 10 Pieces of Advice You’d Like to Have as a Child
	21 Apr 2020	Education on Fire Podcast 1 min trailer	00:01:21
A one minute trailer that outlines what the Education on Fire Podcast is all about and how to listen. 'Education is not the filling of a pail but the lighting of a fire' https://www.educationonfire.com/
	14 Mar 2022	247: Energy Reboot with Moira Newiss	00:44:00
Moira is a Registered Nutritional Therapist and Wellbeing Coach who specialises in helping men and women with or without a diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome or long covid to regain their energy through a combination of nutrition and other lifestyle changes. Chronic fatigue is not for life, you can fully recover. Moira can support you to understand what has gone wrong with your energy production and how to reboot it to get your energy back and your life on track again. As educators we need to support ourselves in all areas of our lives so we can show up in the best possible health for our pupils. Moira uses a food first approach to make sure you are nourishing your body as much as possible through your diet, adding in nutritional supplements if needed. She can support you to make changes in other aspects of your life such as sleep, stress, time spent outdoors, chemicals you might be exposed to as well as supporting relaxation and joy in your life. She finds this holistic approach provides the best results as we layer up small changes until you get a significant change in how you feel. Website www.moiranewiss.co.uk/ www.moiranewiss.co.uk/burnout-to-balance-ebook Resources Mentioned My Octopus Teacher Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Find out more about their online CPD events at nape.org.uk/online-events Listen to Mark’s audio course 10 Pieces of Advice You’d Like to Have as a Child
	31 Aug 2020	161: Satchel - Online Teaching & learning tools for staff, students and parents	00:40:38
ABOUT NAIMISH GOHIL Naimish is an award-winning entrepreneur and in 2018 was named one of the Edtech 50 - a group of individuals recognised as the best of the UK's edtech industry leaders. His passion and dedication to the education technology sector is also demonstrated by the range of industry talks and events he is invited to speak at, where he can be seen sharing his learnings and experiences ABOUT SATCHEL Satchel began in the classroom, built by then Assistant Headteacher and now CEO, Naimish Gohil. Driven by the desire to reduce teacher workload and bring together teachers, students and parents Naimish started building tools that unlock teachers’ superpowers and unite all parties in the teaching & learning process. Today, over 1600 schools use Satchel products, with a third of all UK secondary schools using Satchel One to access flagship software, Show My Homework.Their team, based near the Olympic Park in London, are on a mission to help teachers and students realise their potential through the use of edtech software designed to meet their exact needs, solving a real problem, never replacing the skills and talent they already possess. www.teamsatchel.com Twitter - @Team_Satchel Resources Mentioned How to win friends and influence people - Dale Carnegie Predictable Revenue Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. This includes parents, teachers, governors and all those interested in primary education. NAPE is a non-political charity and works tirelessly to support teachers in the classroom. https://nape.org.uk/
	12 Apr 2021	196: Broad and balanced curriculum Q&A with Dr. Tony Eaude	00:50:08
Towards a balanced and broadly-based curriculum was the theme of the National Association for Primary Education conference in March 2021. The keynote lecture was given by Dr. Tony Eaude. This is a follow up Q&A that I hosted and taken from a subsequent Facebook live event. NAPE has been a long term supporter of the Education on Fire podcast and I have been involved with the association for over 5 years, the last 18 months as vice chair. I thought this discussion was very insightful and wanted to give you the opportunity to hear it. The original full lecture can be found on the NAPE YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/YI_tiHvKxOk Tony suggested four main arguments for a balanced and broadly-based primary curriculum: that the law states that schools must offer this (as it does) and that Ofsted expect this (at least from 7 years old); one based on how children create coherent, robust and flexible identities, enhancing their well-being and founded on a sense of agency; one based on a conception of democratic citizenship in which children are increasingly enabled to deal with complex ideas right from the start; and a social justice one that such a curriculum will open up opportunities from which many children, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds, will otherwise be excluded. Questions & comments from conference delegates Retired Headteacher Dr Eaude’s argument for a balanced and broadly based curriculum is compelling. Moving forwards, is it possible for schools to work with the current National Curriculum Framework to achieve this? Do Academies, rather than Local Authority schools, have the most potential and freedom to develop such curriculum experiences? Where (in England) is curriculum innovation to be found at present? What is the National Association of Primary Education’s role in this argument? As a student in my final year of an undergraduate course, I am currently working on an assignment about my own educational philosophy which very much aligns with Dr. Eaude’s Schiller speech. Embarking into my NQT year in September I know the best way to change this is starting in my own classroom. However big questions arise with that: What can I do beyond that? If there is not enough support or like-minded colleagues, How can I reach out to ensure this way of teaching the curriculum is opened up on to all the children in the community? Where can I find more support? For more information about Dr. Tony Eaude please visit his website https://edperspectives.org.uk/ More information about NAPE is available at https://nape.org.uk/ To find out more about Christian Schiller HMI please click on the link below https://nape.org.uk/publications The Schiller Book, published by NAPE, ‘In His Own Words’, can be purchased for only £5. The full lecture can be found on the NAPE YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/YI_tiHvKxOk
	22 Feb 2021	189: We Are Next - Community Campaign with Mark White	00:35:14
At the start of 2020, Your Town launched a community campaign called We Are Next, a national campaign to get the next generation moving and more connected with health, fitness and their community. We Are Next have reached over 1600 kids across 10 schools, in two different towns in Hertfordshire. The original idea was to visit a further 90 schools reaching over 4000 kids across the UK; the restrictions in place due to COVID-19 have resulted in We Are Next adapting their original plan. We Are Next and The Ocado Foundation have created a Key Stage 2 lesson plan, activities and tools, which are all available to download online for FREE. The aim is to help educate children about the importance of health, wellbeing and exercise and the role that community plays in all three. They delved into some stats around fitness, health and wellness and discovered that less than 25% of children aged 9-11 are active for 60 mins a day, that only 1 in 12 young people eat 5 portions of fruit/veg a day and that 1 in 10 young people sometimes feel lonely. Knowing that teachers and parents alike, face challenges every day educating and raising the next generation to be healthy, happy and valuable members of their local community. Providing these resources for free, to use in primary schools or at home, they hope will encourage children to think about where they are from, their local town and its importance. 2020 has been a difficult year and the significance of community has been emphasised, more so than ever. We Are Next and The Ocado Foundation are passionate about the next generation and creating opportunities for them. Despite adapting their strategy, their mission remains the same; to ensure children feel inspired and better connected to where they live and the communities they are from. To download the FREE lesson plan and worksheets, visit www.wearenext.uk Instagram: @yourtownuk Twitter: @yourtown Facebook: @yourtowncic *If you would like to support the Education on Fire GoFundMe campaign to create a valuable resource for our children based on the wisdom of our inspiring guests please click below.* https://uk.gofundme.com/f/education-on-fire-book-fundraiser Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education has an online conference on 8th March 2021 entitled: TOWARDS A BALANCED AND BROADLY-BASED CURRICULUM Virtual Conference – Monday 8th March 2021, 4.15pm-6.45pm The Conference, embracing a theme which has always been central to debate about children’s entitlements, has been highlighted by OfSTED as critical in curriculum development and its central importance has been further accentuated by the pressures under which primary schools are working in the post-lockdown phase as they prioritise what is perceived as essential in educational recovery. The impact of the coronavirus pandemic on children’s education may be perceived as a justification for narrowing the curriculum at the expense of the arts and the humanities, but this conference will explore the case for preserving young children’s entitlement to as rich and diverse a curriculum as possible. Dr. Eaude’s keynote lecture will set the scene, highlighting some key issues and considering some lessons to be learnt from the period of lockdown. The subsequent presentations will focus on classroom practice, providing a spotlight on innovations which have been implemented in school and...
	22 Jul 2024	America in Therapy with Phyllis E. Leavitt, MA	00:51:59
Phyllis Leavitt has worked extensively with abuse and dysfunctional family dynamics, their aftermath, and some of the most important elements for healing. Her focus today is on her latest book, *America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis. 'When I became a psychotherapist, I never imagined I would one day be entering a “political” arena. But the more I worked with widespread family dysfunction and its horrifying legacy of pain and violence, the more I realized that the greatest threat to our survival as a country and as a species is our declining mental health. I knew that what we have learned about healing family violence can and must be applied to healing America. I felt compelled to leave the confines of my office and speak to a broader audience. I wanted to share my message of urgency to get ourselves on a path of healing, and I wanted to share a message of Hope that we can restore ourselves to Safety, Peace, and Love by healing the wounds we have suffered and the wounds we have inflicted that keep a cycle of violence going. I wrote America in Therapy* for all those hungry for this message.' Website www.phyllisleavitt.com Social Media Information www.facebook.com/phyllis.leavitt www.youtube.com/channel/UCOdxqvDK9N421AZ5TTxqUgQ www.linkedin.com/in/phyllis-leavitt-630179255/ www.instagram.com/pel2347/ twitter.com/PhyllisLeavitt2 substack.com/@phyllisleavitt1 Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) www.nape.org.uk Support the show at www.educationonfire.com/support Have you seen our live shows on YouTube? www.EducationOnFire.com/youtube
	04 Mar 2024	385: A Gobblegark's Guide To Your Brilliant Neurodivergent Brain with Suzanne Robertshaw	00:31:26
A Gobblegark's Guide To Your Brilliant Neurodivergent Brain is Suzanne Robertshaw's new book. Suzanne has been a teacher for 23 years. She has worked as a SENCO, supporting students with learning differences since 2015. She feels passionate about the positives of being neurodivergent which she regularly promotes on her Instagram page - @teachingwithadifference. Suzanne has spoken at several teaching conferences and regularly trains teachers about how to support students with learning differences. She has a Postgraduate cert in Dyslexia Research and Practice and has also worked as an ADHD consultant and dyslexia tutor, helping lots of families. Her work over the years with amazing, young people who have brilliant brains inspired this book. A Gobblegark's Guide To Your Brilliant Neurodivergent Brain is quite a magical book. You'll meet caterpillars and gobblegarks and best of all? You'll see how fantastic being neurodivergent is! Win keys by completing some challenges along the way, each one leading you closer to the treasure and to knowing a bit more about yourself and your brain. Built-in breaktimes ensure that you won't get overwhelmed. Afterall, it can be tiring investigating your brain, making your way through a maze, and finding out how to use the strengths of your brain and understand yourself! Downloadable worksheets let you truly make this book your own because you can go back to activities as many times as you need, or do them in different ways, (and of course skip the ones you don't!). Let's make our brilliant brains even more amazing with this Gobblegark Guide! Website www.suzannerobertshawauthor.my.canva.site Social Media Information Instagram - @teachingwithadifference Resources Mentioned ADHD Foundation Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://nape.org.uk/ SEND Conference Friday 26th April – Hybrid event London School of Public Relations – www.lspr-education.com/podcasting-course/ Delivered by Mark Taylor. The 1-day Essentials of Podcasting Certificated short course is highly practical and packed full of useful information to get you on the road to producing your own professional podcasts. The Podcasting course will help you to create, edit, deliver and promote your podcast. The course also provides useful tips and tricks from industry experts on producing professional and effective results. Support the show at www.educationonfire.com/support Have you seen our live shows on YouTube? www.EducationOnFire.com/youtube
	15 May 2020	141: How to become an animator with Evan Burse	00:47:33
Do you want to know how to become a successful animator and create a YouTube channel with over 260,000 subscribers? Listen to how Evan Burse from The Cartoon Block did it. Evan has been an animation professional for over 10 years. He’s worked on such shows as Batman: The Brave and the Bold, Black Panther, Marvel’s Hulk and The Agents of S.M.A.S.H., and Teen Titans. Since 2009, Evan has been passionately teaching aspiring artists how to draw their favourite characters on his YouTube channel, Cartoon Block. The channel has accumulated over 260,000 subscribers and over 18 million views. Evan enjoys sharing his passion for drawing while inspiring young artists to follow their artistic goals. His website is dedicated to helping you become a better artist. Whether it’s impressing your friends…or improving your portfolio so you can get a job in the animation/comic book industry; whatever your dreams are, Evan is here to help you make them a reality! Evan lives in Los Angeles, California *Questions asked on the Podcast* Who are you? What does your life look like now and how is it different from when you were growing up? What was valuable about your school experience? Which teachers do you remember and why? Who did you admire when you were young? What was it about that person that had such an impact? What was the best piece of advice you have ever been given and who gave it to you? What advice would you give your younger self? What does your future look like? What podcast, book, video, film, song or other resource has had the biggest impact on your life and why? *Resources mentioned* Puff Daddy Russell Simmons *Contact information* www.thecartoonblock.com The Cartoon Block Youtube Channel The Cartoon Block Facebook Page 'Education is not the filling of a pail but the lightning of a fire' Join the community at https://www.patreon.com/educationonfire
	07 Mar 2022	246: Pupil Learning Experience and Wellbeing Review with Edurio	01:01:51
Iona Jackson is Head of Research at Edurio, managing a team of survey experts and data analysts through projects relating to stakeholder feedback in schools. New Edurio research reveals half of children feel stressed and a quarter feel lonely. Edurio has published their latest research examining pupil wellbeing, support systems in school and how pupils feel about school. The study drew on responses from 45,000 children of which 15,000 were from primary. Children feel progressively less well as the move through primary school – 76% in year 1 feel well but this drops by 17 percentage points in Y6 when 59% report feeling well. Children feel more stressed in Y6 (36%) than in Y1 (22%) More primary aged children feel overworked in Y2 and Y3 than at any other time during primary school. The research shows that the transition to secondary school has a negative impact on children’s wellbeing and the drop is greater than at other times during school. Children’s overall wellbeing drops from 59% feeling well in Y6 to 46% in Y7. More students often feel stressed – rising from 36% in Y6 to 43% in Y7 More children report not sleeping well in Y7 (30%) than in Y6 (28%) A survey of 45,000 school-aged children conducted by Edurio reveals that less than half (47 per cent) of pupils reported that they had been feeling well in the period leading up to the survey. A similar number (46 per cent) often felt stressed. Added to this, a quarter (24 per cent) of pupils admitted feeling lonely. This is much higher than a previous study by the Office for National Statistics in 2018 which found 11 per cent of 10-15 year olds felt lonely. It suggests that the pandemic has had a significant impact on pupils. The research, which was conducted during the summer term, found that pupils in the latter stages of their schooling fared worst for overall wellness, sleep and overwork. A third (31 per cent) of pupils in their final year of GCSEs reported feeling well; four in 10 (41 per cent) slept badly; two-thirds (66 per cent) felt overworked and over half (63 per cent) of year 11 pupils felt stressed. The research found significant differences in wellbeing between girls and boys, with girls reporting lower wellbeing scores. More than half (55 per cent) of girls feel quite or very often stressed compared to just a third (36 per cent) of boys. Almost half (48 per cent) of girls feel frequently overworked compared to just over a third (38 per cent) of boys. Furthermore, less girls (43 per cent) felt well than boys (54 per cent) and less girls (40 per cent) slept well than boys (47 per cent). Interestingly, the research points to a correlation between pupil wellbeing and a school’s Ofsted rating. Pupils at schools judged ‘outstanding’ have consistently higher stress levels, problems sleeping and feel overworked: Almost half of pupils (49 per cent) have felt stressed lately compared to 44 per cent at ‘good’ schools and 45 per cent at ‘requires improvement (RI)’ schools. Under half (41 per cent) reported having good sleep compared to 44 per cent at ‘good’ schools and 45 per cent at RI schools. Just under half (46 per cent) feel overworked compared to 42 per cent at ’good’ schools and 44 per cent at RI schools. Edurio found that 71 per cent of students feel safe in class. However, eight per cent reported feeling unsafe in class which means, in an average-sized class, two to three pupils feel unsafe. Furthermore, when there is an issue, less than half (41 per cent) feel they have an adult at school whom they can trust and talk to. Similarly, just over a third (37 per cent) feel that they would rarely or never have an adult at school that they can trust and talk to. So, who do pupils turn to when they feel sad or worried? Almost half (48 per cent) choose...
	27 Mar 2020	131: Education A Manifesto for Change with Richard Gerver	00:59:37
Richard Gerver has been described as one of the most inspirational leaders of his generation. He is an award-winning speaker, bestselling author and world-renowned thinker. Richard began his career in education, most notably as headmaster of the failing Grange Primary School. In just two years, famously transformed into one of the most acclaimed learning environments in the world. He was celebrated by UNESCO and the UK Government for its incredible turnaround. Richard has since transitioned to the global stage where he uses his trademark humour and natural style to deliver passionate, provocative and authentic speeches. He draws upon the first-hand experiences and unique insights garnered from frontline education to explore the links between great leadership, human potential, change and innovation. His ability to connect experiences across many seemingly different environments helps people to expand their thinking and perception of potential. It is this authenticity and uniqueness which has helped Richard win him global acclaim and invitations to speak on the most recognised stages, including TED, the RSA and BBC radio. The three core principles underpinning Richard’s philosophy are communication, empowerment and impact. He argues that great leadership is first and foremost about serving the needs of the people who work for you. His mantra: systems and structures change nothing; people do. Having successfully transitioned from teacher to thought leader, Richard has had the opportunity to regularly advise governments and major corporations globally, including Google, Visa, Microsoft, Morgan Stanley, Deloitte, Harrods, Puig and Telefonica. His unique experience and insight into realising human potential also see him working in elite sport, with Olympic and Paralympic coaches, EPL Soccer coaches, England Golf and professional cricket teams. He has recently started working with the British music industry to help develop a capacity for forward, proactive and sustainable change. Richard is also a bestselling author. His first book, Creating Tomorrow’s Schools Today (now in its second edition), has become a seminal text around the world for those engaged in the transformation of education. His other books are explorations of human potential, leadership and success. In Change and Simple Thinking, Richard explores the world beyond school, through the eyes of an educator. Both have received critical and public success; both achieving global bestseller status. All his books have been translated into a multitude of languages including Spanish, Chinese and Korean. Richard will also be publishing a new book: Education: A Manifesto for Change, to be published in April 2019, this book will explore how our school system can be made fit for purpose in our turbulent 21st-century world. Most importantly, Richard is always humbled to be able to share his lifelong commitment to living, learning and laughing. www.richardgerver.com Twitter @richardgerver
	28 Jun 2021	209: Nurture Resilience, Empathy & Global Citizenship with Lyfta	00:37:16
Lyfta is an award-winning immersive learning platform where teachers can easily build or curate powerful, interactive and curriculum-aligned lessons that bring learning to life. Lyfta helps educators to engage and inspire digitally-native children and young people; foster critical skills and values for navigating our changing world; and broaden horizons by giving children and young people opportunities to see beyond their everyday realities. Lyfta offers a series of immersive learning environments called storyworlds, where students can explore real life human stories through stunning 360° environments, high quality films and digital content. The interactivity and immersive nature of the content, the powerful human stories, and the carefully designed tasks and activities, combine to create truly unique, compelling and impactful learning experiences. Serdar Ferit Co-CEO and Co-Founder is a filmmaker, digital experience designer, and teacher who has won numerous awards and worked in over 20 countries on film, new media and education projects. As an early adopter of 360 degree storytelling and Virtual Reality (VR), in 2010 Serdar learned how to take and construct 360 degree film and images and has been working on immersive stories using this medium ever since. Website https://www.lyfta.com/ Webinar training https://www.lyfta.com/training https://www.lyfta.com/blog-storage/values-through-sport Social Media twitter.com/LyftaEd Leanne Millingen is a year 4 teacher at Manor Park Primary, part of the LEO Academy Trust. Leanne explains the numerous ways she uses Lyfta with her school and LEO Trust. This ranges from immersive themed activities to the ongoing nurturing of the global citizens of tomorrow. twitter.com/ManorParkSchSM1 twitter.com/LEOacademies Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Get a FREE e-copy of their professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal
	20 Jun 2022	261: Servant Leadership with Melissa Lowry	01:02:16
Melissa Lowry is an enthusiastic and passionate educator with over 20 years of experience working with students, teachers, administrators, and parents. She currently serves as the Principal of Christ the King, a K-8 Catholic School in Buckhead, GA. She also served as a Curriculum Director and has taught pretty much every grade starting with early childhood through 8th grade. Melissa is the founder of Melissa Lowry Education Coaching (www.melissa-lowry-education-coaching.com), a consulting firm that specializes in helping parents and educators build and maintain strong home-school relationships. She is also the co-author of Answer Keys: Teachers’ Lesson Plans for Successful Parenting (Bright Sky Press), and presents at workshops and conferences. Her work and commentary have been featured online, in print, and on the airwaves. Website www.melissa-lowry-education-coaching.com Social Media Information Instagram @melissalowryedu Resources Mentioned Servant Leadership - Robert K. Greenleaf Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Get a FREE e-copy of their professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal Listen to Mark’s audio course 10 Pieces of Advice You’d Like to Have as a Child Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	28 Oct 2024	From Classroom to Creativity: Redefining Learning with Douglas Robbins	00:45:35
Douglas Robbins is a passionate writer and author, he discovered the power of words at a young age. Fuelled by a deep connection to language, he dedicated himself to writing and has authored five captivating books. Douglas also has a podcast for seekers looking to improve themselves and the world. The discussion between Mark Taylor and Douglas Robbins tackles the essential question of what education should truly encompass in the 21st century.Douglas shares his conviction that traditional education systems often fail to address the emotional and psychological needs of students, leaving them ill-prepared for adulthood. He articulates a vision of education that fosters individualism and creativity, suggesting that schools should serve as environments where children can explore their identities and passions. Through personal anecdotes, Robbins illustrates how emotional intelligence plays a crucial role in one's ability to succeed in life, stressing that a well-rounded education must include lessons on handling emotions, relationships, and personal finances. By highlighting the disconnect between educational practices and the real-world skills needed for success, Robbins challenges listeners to rethink their views on what constitutes valuable knowledge and encourages a more compassionate and comprehensive approach to teaching. Takeaways: Education should focus on emotional intelligence and personal growth, not just academic skills. Children often struggle with navigating emotions, and schools should teach emotional awareness skills. Individuality in education is crucial; each child has unique strengths and interests. The importance of connecting with one's authentic self is key to personal development. Creativity in education is essential for solving complex problems in today's world. Finding a supportive community helps individuals thrive and express their true selves. Website https://douglasrobbinsauthor.com Social Media Information FB- https://www.facebook.com/douglasrobbinsauthorIPodcast- https://www.podpage.com/TheDouglasRobbinsShow/ Discover more about Education on Fire 🔥 https://www.educationonfire.com/ 🔥 Explore the podcast https://www.educationonfire.com/listen 🔥 Support the show with a One-Off Tip https://educationonfire.com/support 🔥 Ecamm Free Trial – See how I record and produce this show.
	17 Nov 2022	303: UP Academy an elementary lab school with Tanya Sheckley	00:47:12
Tanya Sheckley is Founder and President of UP Academy, an elementary lab school which values innovation, empathy and strength and incorporates a unique neuro-development program for children with physical disabilities. Tanya’s vision and mission show it’s possible to celebrate differences, change what’s broken in the American education system, and that all children can receive a rigorous, well rounded education. She is an Edpreneur, Author of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms of Imagination and Impact and host of the Rebel Educator podcast. She speaks frequently on the future of education and entrepreneurship. She is a rebel educator who works with new and existing schools to question the status quo and develop innovative student experiences through inclusion and project based learning. Website www.upacademysf.com www.rebeleducator.com www.tanyasheckley.com Resources Mentioned The Hard Thing About Hard Things - Ben Horowitz Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Get a FREE e-copy of their professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	21 Aug 2023	357: Bullying and anxiety to America's #1 Heavyweight Boxer with Cam F Awesome	00:59:56
Cam F Awesome is a Keynote Speaker, Diversity Consultant, Event Emcee, and a multi-time National Champion Heavyweight Olympic boxer. As a motivational speaker, Cam shares lessons he's learned traveling to 30+ countries as Captain of Team USA. Cam's Olympic journey was featured in the NETFLIX Original Documentary, COUNTERPUNCH! Growing up, Cam dealt with academic and social challenges. Bullying and anxiety led him to join a boxing gym to protect himself. Cam had tried out but was unable to make any teams he tried out for. Boxing was the only available choice since no team had to be made. Cam quickly fell in love with the sport. He realized his potential to be great and dedicated every waking moment to be the best boxer possible. Cam's mental toughness served as his superpower in the ring. Within 2 years in the sport in 2008, Cam won the National Championship claiming the title as the #1 Super Heavyweight boxer in the country. Cam holds 4 Golden Gloves Championships, 6 US Championships, 3 PAL National Championships, 6 Ringside Championships, and 3 Olympic Trials. Cam holds the title as the Winningest Boxer in USA Boxing history. Cam's accomplishments are impressive but pale in comparison to the losses he has accumulated to reach this point. During his motivational speeches he shares how he faced adversities in and outside of the ring with a Championship Mindset. Boxing is the greatest metaphor because everyone is fighting their own battles. Website www.camfawesome.com Social Media Information @camfawesome Resources Mentioned Think and Grow Rich - Napoleon Hill Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley – ‘Creating Digital Strategies for Schools’ from the Primary Education Summit – ‘Visions for the Future’ – 2023 Get access to all 20 videos from the the summit at www.nape.org.uk/summit Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	04 Aug 2022	274: How business and education can work together with Al Kingsley	00:47:24
Al describes himself as a man of two hats, with one he the is CEO of the EdTech company, NetSupport, with almost 30 years' experience in corporate and educational technology. With his other, and with a passion for education and, in particular edtech, governance and raising organisational performance, Al has undertaken numerous roles in education, including being Chair of a Multi-Academy Trust and of an Alternative Provision Academy. He is chair of his regions Governors' Leadership Group and chairs the regional SEND Board. With 20+ years of governance experience, Al also sits on the Regional Schools Commissioner's Advisory Board for the East of England and North London, is an FED Council member, Chair of the BESA EdTech Group and chairs his regional Employment and Skills Board. A well-known face in EdTech around the world, Al is also the author of "My Secret #EdTech Diary" and co-author of “A Guide to Creating a Digital Strategy in Education”. Al writes and speaks internationally on the effective use of Educational Technology and is a Forbes Technology Council Member. Website www.netsupportsoftware.com www.alkingsley.com Social Media Information Twitter - https://twitter.com/AlKingsley_Edu LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alkingsley1/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/edtechdiary/ Website – https://www.alkingsley.com Authory - https://authory.com/AlKingsley Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Get a FREE e-copy of their professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	25 Aug 2022	280: Post holiday catch up	00:05:04
As the holidays come to an end here in the UK I give some thank you shout outs to new and old supporters of Education on Fire. If you would like to support the show via my 'BuyMeACoffee' page please visit www.educationonfire.com/support You can get in touch via the website at www.educationonfire.com/contact/ or on social media: Twitter & Instagram- @taylormapps Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/EducationOnFire Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Get a FREE e-copy of their professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	29 Sep 2022	289: Leprosy Awareness and Global Citizenship with Lepra	00:32:24
Anna Ansted has been working with international charity, Lepra, for 9 years. Lepra works in India, Bangladesh and Zimbabwe helping people affected by leprosy. Every day 600 people are diagnosed with leprosy; 50 of those are children. Anna works with schools across the UK to raise awareness about leprosy – that it still exists, that it is curable and with more support, Lepra can help more people. Working with schools for over 50 years, Lepra have develop a schools’ programme that offers students key learning benefits with strong curriculum links which embed British Values and citizenship. The programme highlights the importance of charities and the work they do and helps students to understand the role they play as global citizens. As part of Lepra’s schools’ programme, they have teamed up with Maria’s Island author, Victoria Hislop, illustrator, Gill Smith, and Walker Books to develop an educational project, available for schools to download and use for free. The story of Maria’s Island, as seen through the eyes of 10-year-old Maria and her family, helps young people understand the challenges people with leprosy face and, most importantly, how they can be overcome. Download the free Educational Project Resource including a video assembly with a reading by Victoria Hislop, a free Maria’s Island PDF extract, and helpful teacher notes that prompt exploration into the book’s complex themes. Anna is married with two primary-aged children and is passionate about inspiring children to use their creative talents to fundraise and help make a difference for people whose lives are affected by leprosy. Website www.lepra.org.uk Social Media Information www.facebook.com/LepraUK twitter.com/LepraUK www.instagram.com/LepraUK www.youtube.com/channel/UC8Blr8kQMeNtP--vsw7pJfQ?view_as=subscriber Resources Mentioned Download the free Educational Project Resource from Lepra Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Get a FREE e-copy of their professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	26 Oct 2020	169: Make the Grade with Dr. Steven Greene	00:42:58
Dr Steven Greene – the Success Doctor – is a life long educator, best selling author of “Maximum Education”, host of the mAke the grAde podcast, and online success community facilitator. His mission and focus are simple: to provide actions so his students can maximize their education. In 1997, he founded mAke the grAde Academic Services, which has provided educational consulting and tutoring services to over 13 000 students and their families and counting. 5 Key Structures of Learning Success Physical - where do you work Time - How do you schedule your studies Academic - Know what to study Accountability - Who is on the path with you Support - Where do you go if you need help www.makethegrade.net Resources Mentioned Mr. Holland's Opus Social Media Information www.makethegrade.community (success community) www.makethegrade.education (resource community) www.facebook.com/DrStevenGreene (personal) www.instragram.com/makethegrade www.linkedin.com/in/makethegrade www.twitter.com/makethegrade www.pinterest.com/makethegrade *If you would like to support our GoFundMe campaign to create a valuable resource for our children based on the wisdom of our inspiring guests please click below?* https://uk.gofundme.com/f/education-on-fire-book-fundraiser Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. This includes parents, teachers, governors and all those interested in primary education. Get their FREE professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal
	08 Mar 2021	191: Connecting people	00:11:14
This solo episode with Mark Taylor is a catch up about what is going on within Education on Fire. We have some shoutouts to listeners who have got in touch and give details of the free resources available at EducationOnFire.com *If you would like to support the Education on Fire GoFundMe campaign to create a valuable resource for our children based on the wisdom of our inspiring guests please click below.* https://uk.gofundme.com/f/education-on-fire-book-fundraiser Show Sponsor Xientifica SOS, written by Daniel Phelps, is a unique children’s adventure for young people aged 8-12–adult. It’s ‘Where science meets adventure’. It’s not a science book, it is a children’s adventure novel which has science in it.’ Five pupils (each with particular gifts) are thrust into a fight for survival and exploration that opens up the beauty and wonder of nature, science and the universe. Xientifica SOS inspires children to look at the world with fresh eyes and curious minds. Riddled with riddles and poetry! It uses the Power of Narrative to help understand concepts deeply and remember facts. Children learn best whenever they are interested in something and enjoying themselves. This book does just that. It offers a new creative vehicle, to add to the Teaching and Learning toolbox and creates a relaxed and enjoyable learning environment – perfect at any time - but especially now. Xientifica SOS provides a perfect platform for discussions and encourages children to ask questions, so is not only ideal for lone-reading or as a class book, but perfect for home schooling too. Xientifica SOS can be bought on Amazon and is available on Kindle or in paperback Go to Amazon - or to find out more (and listen to extracts from the book) - go to Xientifica.com (with an X)...X I E N T I F I C A Homepage: https://xientifica.com/ Twitter @xientifica
	31 Jan 2022	241: Opportunity Leadership with Dr. Roger Parrott	00:38:24
Dr. Roger Parrott is the President of Belhaven University in Jackson, Mississippi, one of the fastest growing and most innovative colleges, serving 5,000 students, including an online campus in China. Belhaven was named one of “America’s Best Colleges to Work For” by the Chronicle of Higher Education. He was named one of “The 10 Most Visionary Education Leaders of 2021” by Education Magazine. Dr. Parrott is a third-generation College president and was one of America’s youngest - first elected at age 34. He is one of the longest serving university presidents in America having served for 30 years. Over the past two decades Belhaven University has become one of the leading Christian colleges in the Arts, as one of only 35 schools in the world earning accreditation in all four of the primary Arts – Theatre, Music, Visual Art, and Dance. Additional Arts majors were added including Creative Writing, Graphic Design, Arts Administration, and Film Production. Dr. Parrott has been a sought after consultant to over 100 different ministries, and has experience serving on boards of international, national, and local ministries and non-profits, as well as higher education leadership organizations. Website www.belhaven.edu Social Media Information @BelhavenUniversity Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Find out more about their online CPD events at nape.org.uk/online-events Listen to Mark’s audio course 10 Pieces of Advice You’d Like to Have as a Child
	09 Aug 2021	215: Illuminated Life School with Heidi DeCoux	00:56:15
Heidi DeCoux is a serial entrepreneur that has built four businesses to high-six figure status and sold two of them, has appeared in magazines and websites like Forbes, is the author of an Amazon best-selling book on marketing, and president of the Palmas Del Mar chapter of Uncommon Entrepreneurs. She’s a marketing maven and an investor, but her real passion, the thing that keeps her up at night, is her commitment to revolutionize the public school system through the non-profit organization that she and her husband founded, Illuminated Life School. The Mission The Illuminated Life School Network cultivates a loving community where diverse young people develop their unique genius, forge compassionate connections to others and master 22nd century skills, equipping them to thrive with meaning and purpose throughout their lives. Physical Schools With a Virtual Presence The Illuminated Life School Network serves students from birth to graduation in physical schools with a virtual presence. Students have the option to move between a physical school and an online academy, as meets their needs. Follow the links for more information on attending, opening, or converting your school to the Illuminated Life School model of education. Their Values Loving Community \| We cultivate a loving, nurturing and nourishing community where all students and families are welcomed and supported, and where our students learn to engage respectfully and generously with each other and the world, developing a spirit of responsibility and commitment to service. Identity \| Our students develop a strong sense of identity, built on the richness of their racial and cultural history and traditions, which fosters in our students the confidence and resilience to fully express their unique genius. 22nd Century Skills \| Our students are empowered to forge the future through mastery of the world’s most in-demand skills, including emotional intelligence, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, racial consciousness, servant-leadership and more. Rigorous Inquiry \| Our students develop the ability to identify and analyze complex issues and to research and design compelling solutions, a process which will prepare them for excellence in higher learning and every profession (from Entrepreneur, to plumber, to neurosurgeon, to artist, to stay-at-home dad, to President). Racial Justice \| Our students become anti-racist leaders who dismantle systems of oppression and realize racial justice throughout the world. Our schools are anti-racist organizations eradicating institutional racism in education, working in solidarity towards the liberation of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. Their Graduates Are prepared for jobs that don’t yet exist Believe and engage in anti-racist leadership to disrupt inequities Build healthy relationships and healthy communities Care for their own mental, emotional and physical well-being Communicate and problem-solve with ease Embrace their unique genius and know how to leverage their strengths Are emotionally intelligent and have strong critical thinking skills Experience financial abundance by knowing how to make, save, protect, spend, borrow, leverage and invest money Launch extraordinary businesses Protect our planet Set and achieve goals Solve our world’s greatest challenges Website IlluminatedLifeSchool.org Social Media...
	13 Oct 2022	293: How to utilise your alumni with Future First	00:42:37
Future First are the UK education charity helping young people in state schools and colleges broaden their horizons by connecting them with former pupils. Their mission is to see every state school and college supported by a thriving and engaged alumni community, which improves students’ motivation, confidence and life chances. Future First provides schools and colleges with the technology, tools and support needed to mobilise their past pupil networks. Alumni can support the whole school community and delivery of school improvement plans, including meeting Gatsby Benchmarks, Baker Clause and PHSE goals. For too many young people, their start in life is limiting their future. They do not have access to relatable role models to help them understand what they can achieve, nor the networks, knowledge and tools to help them to get there. Alumni can act as relatable role models, showing students a world beyond their current experience and expectations: a future that could be theirs. Hear more from Programme Innovations Director - Leon Ward Website www.futurefirst.org.uk Social Media Information @futurefirstorg Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Get a FREE e-copy of their professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	10 Aug 2020	157: The Visual Art Academy with Brenda Mullard	00:58:12
Brenda Mullard has been a licensed art teacher for students in grades K - adult for over 20 years. She has just recently earned her certification as an Integrated Arts Specialist and been given the title of a distinguished educator. She believes that all children should be able to have the arts as part of their life. Kids need to be able to play and experiment with creating and making using different art mediums and materials. Through this experimentation, children develop creative problem-solving techniques that will benefit them throughout their entire life. Because so many art programs are being cut in schools all over the world it is important to her to be able to bring kids art education online in the comfort of their own home and at a time that works for them as well as their families. Take a look at what she has to offer online. https://thevisualartacademy.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JrArtAcademy https://www.facebook.com/thevisualartacademy/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/lessonsinart/ Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. This includes parents, teachers, governors and all those interested in primary education. NAPE is a non-political charity and works tirelessly to support teachers in the classroom. Link to Beth Tweddle podcast interview about her Physical literacy programme
	29 Dec 2022	315: Kids Around Dogs with Debby Lucken	00:38:47
Debby Lucken is a fully qualified dog trainer and dog behaviourist. She is a member of many associations, such as the Pet Professional Network, ICAN International Companion Animal Network, the Pet Professional Guild, INTODogs and more. Debby is the founder of Kids Around Dogs (KAD), which is an association of force-free dog professionals who specialise in working with families and schools to help kids and dogs live happily and in harmony with each other. Moreover, Debby has designed a successful protocol to overcome the fear of dogs in kids, which all of the KAD Approved Professionals are qualified to use. Debby is based in Poole, Dorset, with her husband Gary, their daughter Molly, their 2 doggies Wilco the Pug and Winnie the Golden Retriever and Mario the cat. Dorset is where Debby runs her dog training and behavioural sessions under the name of Pocodogs. Debby Lucken is a fully qualified dog trainer and dog behaviourist. She is a member of many associations, such as the Pet Professional Network, ICAN International Companion Animal Network, the Pet Professional Guild, INTODogs and more. Debby is the founder of Kids Around Dogs (KAD), which is an association of force-free dog professionals who specialise in working with families and schools to help kids and dogs live happily and in harmony with each other. Moreover, Debby has designed a successful protocol to overcome the fear of dogs in kids, which all of the KAD Approved Professionals are qualified to use. Debby is based in Poole, Dorset, with her husband Gary, their daughter Molly, their 2 doggies Wilco the Pug and Winnie the Golden Retriever and Mario the cat. Dorset is where Debby runs her dog training and behavioural sessions under the name of Pocodogs. Website www.kidsarounddogs.co.uk Social Media Information www.facebook.com/groups/KADkidsarounddogs www.instagram.com/kadkidsarounddogs/ Resources Mentioned Louise Hay The Alchemist - Paulo Coelho Show Sponsor National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) are planning a Primary Education Summit in March 2023. For more information please visit www.educationonfire.com/summit Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	10 Jun 2024	399: Musical Storyland for CBeebies and BBC Teach with Jennifer Redmond	00:31:57
Jennifer Redmond - Producer, Digital and Learning at BBC Philharmonic Jennifer Redmond has worked in the broadcasting industry for over 20 years, across many different BBC brands and content areas including BBC Radios 3 and 4, Blue Peter, Entertainment and Factual, specialising in interactive content and audio production. Jen is currently a Producer for the BBC Philharmonic, responsible for Digital and Learning, which involves devising school, family and community concerts and workshops, and producing digital content for BBC platforms. Jen was part of the team that produced Musical Storyland for CBeebies and BBC Teach, featuring the musicians of the BBC Philharmonic. The series follows the success of the BBC Philharmonic’s film, The Musical Story of the Gingerbread Man and is the first time an orchestra has been commissioned to make a series of films for network television. Jen studied clarinet at the Royal Northern College of Music. Musical Storyland Join BBC Teach on a journey through Musical Storyland, where children’s fairy tales and traditional folktales are re-imagined with music performed by the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra. The stories are narrated by a host of stars; BBC Radio 5 Live presenter, Nihal Arthanayake; international storyteller, Jan Blake; and CBBC and Eastenders actor, Molly Rainford. There are currently five short films: Three Billy Goats Gruff; Jack and the Beanstalk; Ananse and the Monkeys; the Great Race; and The Little Fir Tree. A further five will be available on Monday 25 March. The films feature an array of guest musicians, including multi-instrumentalist, Sidiki Dembélé; Guzheng player, Zi Lan Liao; and DeaF trumpeter, Sean Chandler. On the BBC Teach website, the classroom videos are accompanied by comprehensive activities and listening guides, exploring musical skills and cross-curricula connections for non-specialist early years and primary-level teachers. Website www.bbc.co.uk/teach/class-clips-video/articles/zqg2s82 Social Media Information @BBC_Teach Resources Mentioned The Musical Storyland films can be found at www.bbc.co.uk/teach or on the CBeebies BBC iPlayer page https://bit.ly/49wItGL Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) www.nape.org.uk Support the show at www.educationonfire.com/support Have you seen our live shows on YouTube? www.EducationOnFire.com/youtube Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	26 Sep 2022	288: The Good Eggs - Essential Concepts for Children about Virtues, Diversity, and Service.	00:37:38
The Good Eggs book series is Sandy Ciaramitaro's contribution to supporting children as they learn about virtues, diversity, and service – essential concepts to integrate into their lives as they grow into Good Eggs! This social emotional learning series is perfect for children ages 5-12. The Good Eggs Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that works hard to identify childhood support programs, organizations, and families facing challenges in order to provide care and assistance. Once an organization is 'EGGED," it will receive the help that is needed. “EGGINGS” can take various forms, such as offering jackets/hats/gloves, offering school supplies to a group of students, or even helping with local children’s events for those in need. Discover how Sandy is using her passion for learning and good to support children in her community and beyond. S. Ciaramitaro (Sandy) holds a Master of Arts degree from the University of Detroit Mercy and has taught morality, ethics, and social justice courses at a private high school in Michigan. In addition to her teaching career, she has taught, developed, and implemented programs and curricula that are focused on helping children realize the importance of living altruistic lives centered on love. The Good Eggs series is her contribution to supporting children as they learn about virtues, diversity, and service – essential concepts to integrate into their lives as they grow into Good Eggs! *We help raise awareness and funds to make children's lives a little bit better.* Website www.thegoodeggs.org Social Media Information www.youtube.com/channel/UCaTgWWHXR7_Yueqv4kxjvNA www.facebook.com/TheGoodEggsFoundation twitter.com/EggsFoundation www.linkedin.com/in/thegoodeggsfoundation/ www.instagram.com/thegoodeggsfoundation/ Resources Mentioned Imagine - John Lennon Education on Fire episode 109 as mentioned by Mark Taylor Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Get a FREE e-copy of their professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	02 Dec 2024	How to Love Teaching Despite the Challenges: Insights from Renès Lophanor	00:48:57
Renès Lophanor's new book "I Still Love Teaching Despite Having All The Reasons In The World To Quit” delves into the heart of educational reform, focusing on student engagement and innovative teaching methods. It’s a reflection of his two-decade long journey as a teacher, offering insights into the challenges and triumphs of the profession. Takeaways: The importance of building personal relationships with students to foster respect and understanding. Teachers often leave the profession due to lack of support and overwhelming administrative burdens. Maintaining a balance between teaching and personal life is crucial for long-term happiness. Engaging students through collaboration enhances their learning experience and builds essential life skills. Inspiring students can lead to greater resilience and empowerment in their lives. Teaching should focus on positive aspects, despite the challenges faced in the education system. Website https://reneslophanor.com/ Social Media Information www.instagram.com/reneslophanor_author/ www.facebook.com/RenesLophanor Discover more about Education on Fire 🔥 https://www.educationonfire.com/ 🔥 Support the show with a One-Off Tip https://educationonfire.com/support 🔥 Ecamm Free Trial – See how I record and produce this show. https://educationonfire.com/ecamm 🔥 Captivate.FM - My podcast host https://educationonfire.com/captivate London School of Public Relations - https://educationonfire.com/lspr A comprehensive 1-day CPD-accredited certificated Podcasting course, prepares you in conceptualising, producing, and distributing engaging audio and video podcasts tailored to your target audience. Explore techniques for vocal delivery, microphone usage, and audio editing to achieve professional-quality recordings. Some of the above are affiliate links, I may receive a small commission if you purchase via these but there is no cost increase to you. These links help support the channel so any clicks are greatly appreciated. Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://nape.org.uk/ Membership is open to all who have a concern...
	25 Oct 2021	226: Digital transformation of education with ViewSonic	00:37:07
Peter Claxton is Senior Director EdTech Solutions at ViewSonic. He is an experienced Education Consultant and Strategy Senior Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the education computer software industry. Peter has spoken all over the world and has 35 Years of Global EdTech experience. Peter's career started as a classroom teacher, immediately recognising the benefits that EdTech brings to driving educational outcomes and attainment for the students and the teachers. Peter has also worked as a local authority advisory teacher, helping pioneer ICT working with leading EdTech companies driving technology adoption at School, Regional and Country Levels - bringing his unique perspective and insight from both education and company perspective. ViewSonic has been an audiovisual leader around the world for more than three decades and it’s positioned in more than 43 countries around the globe. During the pandemic, Edtech solutions were imperative and ViewSonic gained a great understanding in hybrid learning with the teacher community and the evolution of education during COVID times. Website viewsonic.com/uk Social Media Information Facebook: www.facebook.com/ViewSonicClassroomUK LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/166805/admin/ Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Find out more about their online CPD events at nape.org.uk/online-events Listen to Mark’s audio course 10 Pieces of Advice You’d Like to Have as a Child
	12 Feb 2024	382: NASA STEM educator Jason Dietrich	00:56:20
Jason Dietrich is a highly motivated, certified NASA STEM educator with more than four years of teaching experience seeking to influence and engage students to participate in STEM career pathways. He is interested in increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion in STEM as well as building a solid foundation for STEM literacy. In this technology-based society, he seeks to build computational literacy and develop critical thinkers capable of analyzing and integrating data to formulate solutions to complex real-world problems through the use of innovative and differentiated instructional methods. Jason is experienced in training and professional development, global education policy and methods, statistical analysis, curriculum development, and assessment strategies. In addition, he has been mentored by a current Virginia Space Flight Academy (VASFA) STEM Engagement Specialist and has authored a NASA application design to identify hidden barriers to STEM engagement. Jason is eager to promote and use STEM engagement activities through NASA’s missions to inspire a diverse future STEM workforce. Website https://www.vasfa.org Social Media Information www.facebook.com/VaSpaceFlightAcademy www.instagram.com/vaspaceflightacademy/ Twitter: @VaSpaceAcademy Resources Mentioned White Flag - Dido Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://nape.org.uk/ SEND Conference Friday 26th April – Hybrid event London School of Public Relations – www.lspr-education.com/podcasting-course/ Delivered by Mark Taylor. The 1-day Essentials of Podcasting Certificated short course is highly practical and packed full of useful information to get you on the road to producing your own professional podcasts. The Podcasting course will help you to create, edit, deliver and promote your podcast. The course also provides useful tips and tricks from industry experts on producing professional and effective results. https://www.educationonfire.com/ Mentioned in this episode: London School of Public Relations - Podcasting Course with Mark Taylor The 1-day Essentials of Podcasting Certificated short course is highly practical and packed full of useful information to get you on the road to producing your own professional podcasts. The Podcasting course will help you to create, edit, deliver and promote your podcast. The course also provides useful tips and tricks from industry experts on producing professional and effective results. LSPR
	21 Jun 2021	208: Digital Strategy for Schools with Al Kingsley	00:31:44
Al has spent the last 30 years in the EdTech space and 20 of those as a school trustee and governor. He is Group CEO of NetSupport Ltd, an internationally acclaimed EdTech vendor, and has lived and worked in both the UK and US. He is Chair of 2 Academy Trusts and Chair of an alternative provision Academy, all in the East of England. Alongside these roles, Al also sits on the Regional Schools Commissioner’s Head Teachers board for the East of England and North-East London and is an independent Chair of the county’s SEND board. As a firm supporter of lifelong learning, he is also a regional Apprenticeship Ambassador and Chair of the Employment & Skills board for his region’s combined authority. An active writer about all things EdTech, Al is a member of the Forbes Technology Council and sits on the advisory council for the Foundation for Education Development. As schools around the country continue to grapple with the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, all eyes are on the education sector as yet another cohort of children risks being left behind due to learning loss. With some form of blended learning set to stay in place for the foreseeable future even after the vaccination programme concludes, Al discusses what role EdTech might play in addressing these issues going forward – specifically the shifting role played by teachers in an increasingly digital world, and how we can best equip our educators with the tools they need to navigate the ‘new normal’. NetSupport recently announced the launch of classroom.cloud, an enhanced international, cloud-based classroom management and teaching platform, which will help improve teacher workloads, wellbeing and student engagement. Classroom.cloud enables teachers and learners to move seamlessly between in-class and remote schooling, having been developed in partnership with teachers and education professionals across the globe – ensuring it is designed to specifically fit the various needs of teachers and students. Website www.netsupportsoftware.com or classroom.cloud Social Medial Information @AlKingsley_Edu @NetSupportGroup @classroomcloud_ Resource Mentioned My Secret #EdTech Diary Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Get a FREE e-copy of their professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal
	12 Oct 2020	167: Standout Movement with John Walsh	00:40:12
John Walsh is a best-selling author, speaker, coach, mentor and business advisor with a passion for helping students, young professionals, new executives and emerging businesses accelerate their potential and rise from “just starting” to standing out. As the President and CEO of StandoutX, LLC, he and his team work with other experts around the world to inspire and develop the next generation of high-performers, leaders and difference makers in business and in life. Before becoming the leader of the standout movement, John spent 20+ years as a successful Finance and Strategy executive with The Walt Disney Company and The Madison Square Garden Company. He continues to be an active member on the Board of Directors for Disney’s employee credit union. John has completed multiple marathons including last year’s race in New York City and he lives in Central Florida with his wife and three children. Key takeaways When having important conversations or an interview remember: What do you want them to think? What do you want them to do? How do you want them to feel? While we can't control life, there are 3 things we can control that really support us: What we choose to do What we choose not to do How we choose to respond www.standoutmovement.com Social Media Information LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnrwalshjr/ Instagram: johnwalsh_standout Facebook: John Walsh - Standout Movement Twitter: JohnWalsh - Standout (@johnwstandout) Want to support our GoFundMe campaign to create a valuable resource for our children based on the wisdom of our inspiring guests? https://uk.gofundme.com/f/education-on-fire-book-fundraiser Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. This includes parents, teachers, governors and all those interested in primary education. Get their FREE professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal
	14 Jul 2022	268: Enjoy Playing Guitar with Tim Woosley	00:47:16
Tim Woosley is the founder of Enjoy Playing Guitar. He believes that there is a repressed rock star in every one of us. His work helping people unleash their inner rock star helped hundreds of people live their dreams of making music, becoming more confident, and loving life. Tim Woosley is a dad, husband, and founder of Enjoy Playing Guitar, one of the best sites for beginner guitarists. He strives to share his vision and encourage folks to unleash their inner rock star themselves. For more than 15 years, Tim has taught over 32,000 guitar lessons to hundreds of folks in person and online. There's a lot of confusing information about learning guitar. Tim created an online course that demystifies learning so that anyone can play their favourite songs, become more confident, and enjoy making music. He is happiest with his wife Emily raising their three 3 little rock stars, Ruby, Simon, and Oliver. They live in Lincoln, Nebraska. We discuss how we teach and the process of inspiration to mastery with the commitment required to achieve any pupils goals. Website enjoyplayingguitar.com Social Media Information www.youtube.com/channel/UCOJyjqwgYzNFK1CyhGRnUcQ www.instagram.com/enjoy.playing.guitar/ www.facebook.com/enjoyplayingguitar www.linkedin.com/in/tim-woosley/ twitter.com/tim_woosley Resource Mentioned Wild at Heart - John Eldredge How to Win Friends and Influence People - Dale Carnegie Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Get a FREE e-copy of their professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal Are you looking for a FUN activity to do with your children this summer? Would you love to make your own delicious ice cream? Now you can learn exactly how by taking part in an exciting and engaging ice cream experience during the summer holiday. Full details at: www.educationonfire.com/icecream Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	13 Sep 2021	220: Time for Teachership with Lindsay Lyons	00:36:50
Lindsay Lyons is an educational justice coach who works with teachers and school leaders to inspire educational innovation for racial and gender justice, design curricula grounded in student voice, and build capacity for shared leadership. Lindsay taught in NYC public schools, holds a PhD in Leadership and Change, and is the founder of the educational blog and podcast, Time for Teachership. Website www.lindsaybethlyons.com Social Media Information Twitter: twitter.com/lindsayblyons LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lindsaybethlyons Facebook: www.facebook.com/lindsaybethlyons/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/lindsaybethlyons/ Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/lindsaybethlyons/ Resources Mentioned I want to do more than survive - Bettina Love Cultivating Genius - Gholdy Muhammad Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Get a FREE e-copy of their professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal Listen to my audio course 10 Pieces of Advice You'd Like to Have as a Child
	20 May 2024	396: Freedom Teaching: Overcoming Racism in Education with Matthew Kincaid	00:41:04
In Freedom Teaching, educator and distinguished anti-racism practitioner Matthew Kincaid delivers a one-stop resource for educators and educational leaders seeking to improve equity and increase the cultural responsiveness of their school. In this book, you'll discover the meaning and fundamentals of anti-racist education and find a roadmap to reducing the impact of systemic racism in your classroom. A recognized leader in anti-racism advocacy, Matthew Kincaid's impactful work has earned him accolades, including a 2018 Louisiana SBA Young Entrepreneur of the Year Entrepreneur of the Year, been named a Gambit 40 Under 40, and been honored as a visionary leader by Real Leaders Magazine. His work has been featured in the Washington Post, Forbes, Mashable, Medium, Huffington Post, Now This, and Black Enterprise, among others. Kincaid is an essential voice in revolutionizing American education, and his vision for a more inclusive education system is a beacon of hope, inspiring educators, and advocates nationwide. Website www.overcomeracism.com www.overcomeracism.com/freedomteaching Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) www.nape.org.uk Support the show at www.educationonfire.com/support Have you seen our live shows on YouTube? www.EducationOnFire.com/youtube Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	06 Nov 2023	368: More Than A Score with Alison Ali	00:34:05
Children are More Than A Score More Than A Score is here to change the way children are assessed and schools are judged. Primary school children in England are let down by a system that cares more about measurement than education. It’s damaging, and they deserve better. We want pupils to enjoy an exciting learning experience and then move on to secondary school with a love of learning. We don’t want them spending months cramming for government tests. We believe schools should be judged on the overall quality of education they provide, not the results of a narrow set of standardised tests. Our campaign supports school leaders and teachers who want to stimulate young minds and expand their knowledge and creative problem-solving skills, rather than having to “teach to the test”. It’s time to fundamentally change the high-stakes, high-pressure assessment system in primary schools and make good mental health the basis for good learning. But the evidence against the current system is growing. Parents, teachers and heads are united in calling for change. In 2022, only 3% of heads wanted SATs to go ahead. 89% of parents say they would support an alternative. And 1 in 10 year 6 pupils didn’t sleep well in the run-up to the tests. SATs and other government tests don’t help learning and cause unnecessary stress and pressure. Let’s speak out for children. Alison Ali Director/Owner Can Can Campaigns Alison began her career in journalism, moving into international consumer publishing. Her experience runs from human rights and global finance reporting, to launching premium multilanguage magazines and digital platforms for household brand names. She has run her own successful creative agency Can Can Creative since 2006 and, in 2019, launched sister agency Can Can Campaigns to harness the collective’s exceptional skills for greater good. Website www.morethanascore.org.uk Social Media Information FB @morethanascore T @MoreThanScore Insta @morethanascore TikTok @morethanascore_ Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) www.nape.org.uk/rosemary-evans-award-2023 Get access to all 20 videos from the 'Visions for the Future' summit 2023 www.nape.org.uk/summit For support with podcasting & video please visit www.educationonfire.com/media Watch the Education on Fire Live Show every Tuesday www.educationonfire.com/youtube
	03 Oct 2022	290: Imperfect Heroes Podcast - Insights into Parenting with DJ Stutz	00:35:58
DJ Stutz is the host of Imperfect Heroes: Insights into Parenting. An early childhood specialist with endorsements in special ed and music. She is recently retired with more than 20 years of classroom experience mostly in kindergarten and pre-k. DJ was also a parenting facilitator for the Clark County (Las Vegas) Department of Family and Youth Services where she led classes in a wide variety of venues including 2 women's prisons. On her podcast, DJ and her guests share their knowledge and experience through thoughtful episodes whose subject matter is designed to help you develop the confidence and peace to be a great parent and imperfect hero raising independent, productive, and happy children. DJ fully understands the challenges and concerns that come with parenting. Through Little Hearts Academy USA she offers parenting coaching in group or one-on-one sessions to support parents in their most important job. DJ is the oldest of 7, mother to 5, grandmother to 12, and auntie to 70. Website www.littleheartsacademyusa.com/ Social Media Information @ImperfectHeroesPodcast - IG @ImperfectHeroesPodcast - FB Resources Mentioned Love at home, starring father - George D Durrant Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Get a FREE e-copy of their professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	02 Feb 2023	325: The missing parts of history teaching with CARGO Classroom	00:47:24
CARGO is led by Lawrence Hoo, a POET and Charles Golding filmmaker and creative director. From their own experiences in school and from their observations today, they understood that there are large parts missing from the History that is taught in schools across the UK. These missing parts include: The perspectives of individuals of African and African Diaspora descent. Recognition of the resilience, contributions and visionary leadership of individuals of African and African Diaspora descent. CARGO Classroom resources are made so that these stories could be included in the History that is taught in schools at Key Stage 3. The lessons use poetry, film and illustrations to help pupils engage with the lives they are learning about. The lessons have been designed so that they can either be taught in a sequence, or experienced individually. Website www.cargomovement.org/classroom Social Media Information instagram.com/cargomovement twitter @cargomovement Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) Primary Education Summit – ‘Visions for the Future’ – March 2023 Book NOW at www.nape.org.uk/summit Next live Education on Fire video podcast Wed 8th Feb 5.30pm GMT on YouTube @educationonfire5530 Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	01 Mar 2021	190: Junior Authors Program with Susie Harder	00:48:26
Susie Harder, M.A., CCC-SLP is an experienced clinician who devotes much of her passion to working with children who stutter. She works in private practice and the school setting to help support children and provides workshops and consulting-based support to school districts across California. She recently created the Junior Authors Program (a revolutionary literacy-based platform). Susie has a history of designing and building successful programs. During her time in Fresno Unified School District (2011-2015), Susie designed and piloted a framework for 100 elementary schools, where specialty services successfully reduced student speech therapy time up to 5 years. Most recently (2020), when the Central California Creek Fire started and children from her hometown lost their homes, Susie started brainstorming how to best support these kids. When she couldn’t find enough resources, she simply decided to create it. Within a week, she had written a children’s book themed around what these kids had just experienced, found an editor, taken a course on children’s books, and started looking internationally to find the best illustrator. Her child- development skills guided her toward sharing this inspirational knowledge with kids. Thus, she created a unique platform to reinvent how children connect with literacy and books. Through the Junior Authors Program, children across the world vote to decide characters, setting, and story details of a book as it’s being created. Children get to see behind-the-scenes and connect with her through fun video posts and “Ask The Author Live” events, and are empowered by contributing to the content of the book from rough draft to published book on Amazon! juniorauthorsprogram.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juniorauthorsprogram *If you would like to support the Education on Fire GoFundMe campaign to create a valuable resource for our children based on the wisdom of our inspiring guests please click below.* https://uk.gofundme.com/f/education-on-fire-book-fundraiser Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education has an online conference on 8th March 2021 entitled: TOWARDS A BALANCED AND BROADLY-BASED CURRICULUM Virtual Conference – Monday 8th March 2021, 4.15pm-6.45pm The Conference, embracing a theme which has always been central to debate about children’s entitlements, has been highlighted by OfSTED as critical in curriculum development and its central importance has been further accentuated by the pressures under which primary schools are working in the post-lockdown phase as they prioritise what is perceived as essential in educational recovery. The impact of the coronavirus pandemic on children’s education may be perceived as a justification for narrowing the curriculum at the expense of the arts and the humanities, but this conference will explore the case for preserving young children’s entitlement to as rich and diverse a curriculum as possible. Dr. Eaude’s keynote lecture will set the scene, highlighting some key issues and considering some lessons to be learnt from the period of lockdown. The subsequent presentations will focus on classroom practice, providing a spotlight on innovations which have been implemented in school and offering guidance for the future. All are most welcome at this event, including teachers, teacher assistants,
	22 Jun 2020	149: Imagen with Cat Agostinho and Jay Richards	00:32:17
Imagen gives the opportunity for agencies and brands to collaborate with Gen Z Imagen is a Gen Z startup based in Shoreditch, East London. Their mission is to help Gen Z to shape their future. They enable agencies and brands collaborate with Gen Z for brutally honest insights about branding, marketing or products. No more guessing, they crowdsource the best feedback, ideas and insights from their Gen Z consultant community to enables agencies and brands to build all of the above with Gen Z in the room! Agencies and brands choose a business challenge they’re facing that they believe Gen Z can help to solve. Whether it’s the need to sense check a marketing campaign, create a new product for Gen Z or to develop an entire brand aimed at this generation. Imagen crowdsources the best feedback, ideas and insights from their Gen Z consultant community to solve this business challenge and enables those consultants to collaborate with the agencies and brands senior leadership team to co-create the solution. Imagen Co-founder and CEO, Jay Richards is the 5th of 6 children from migrant parents. From a rebellious start while at school to now the Founder of Imagen and a Forbes 30under30 entrepreneur, he credits his Business Studies teacher at school for guiding his sense of entrepreneurship in the right direction at the right time and now aims to provide opportunities for Gen Z to shape their future. Cat Agostinho is Co-founder and COO of Imagen. Cat has been a supporter and promoter of talent throughout her career and also founded dawn in 2009 - a community dedicated to inspiring and developing women’s careers both personally & professionally. Cat was listed as an IPA Women of Tomorrow Finalist 2018 and a contributing member to the Conscious Advertising Network (CAN). “Imagen is our way of tipping the balance, of helping the underestimated to solve the problems that others are missing and bring true diversity of thought into the rooms that need it. Enabling agencies and brands to access our phenomenal Gen Z consultant community is game changing, our consultants get the amazing opportunity to work side by side with some unbelievably talented experts!” – Jay Richards, Imagen Founder https://imageninsights.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/imageninsight/ https://www.instagram.com/weareimagen/ https://twitter.com/weareimagen https://twitter.com/Cat_A https://twitter.com/jaykrichards https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaykrichards/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/cat-agostinho-227a053/ How I built this podcast ‘Education is not the filling of a pail but the lighting of a fire’ Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. This includes parents, teachers, governors and all those interested in primary education. NAPE is a non-political charity and works tirelessly to support teachers in the classroom. NAPE leads the Primary Umbrella Group of thirty primary subject associations and unions and gives teachers and schools a voice at governmental level at consultative meetings with ministers for schools. For full details of how they can support you please visit their website at nape.org.uk
	08 May 2023	342: SYMMETRY Neuro-Pathway Training with Dianne Kosto	00:43:10
SYMMETRY Neuro-PT, founded by a Mom on a Mission Dianne Kosto, makes neurofeedback accessible and easy. They are a growing company with team members located in various states across the globe, seeking to further their mission while developing a company culture of integrity, mission-driven focus, service for others, and excellence in all that they do. Families are traumatized when a loved one is struggling. Not knowing what is wrong, or how to help, leaves you feeling hopeless with an ache in the pit of your stomach. Anxiety, depression, and sleeplessness can be from brainwave dysregulation. Neurofeedback helps the brain learn to better regulate. When the brain is functioning better, hope and relationships are restored. Life is brighter. At SYMMETRY Neuro-Pathway Training, they empower people by providing neurofeedback services & systems that help the brain better regulate, because everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive. Website www.symmetryneuropt.com Social Media Information www.facebook.com/SymmetryNeuroPT/ twitter.com/symmetryneuropt www.linkedin.com/company/symmetryneuropt/ www.youtube.com/channel/UC52hEehDheZTZ3NrzIWmHOQ www.pinterest.com/symmetryneuropt/pins/ www.instagram.com/symmetryneuropt/ Resources Mentioned Healing Young Brains Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) Primary Education Summit – ‘Visions for the Future’ – 2023 Get access NOW at www.nape.org.uk/summit Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/
	20 Dec 2021	234: iSchoolConnect with Ashish Fernando	00:49:04
Ashish Fernando founded iSchoolConnect in 2017 to solve the pain point of many parents and children: getting hassle-free admission in foreign colleges. After going through the same trouble of finding a college to study that fit his needs, Ashish launched iSchoolConnect with a vision to democratize the global admissions market for graduate and undergraduate programs. Through the effective use of artificial intelligence, iSchoolConnect aims at being the most cost-effective and advanced solution for connecting students and schools worldwide. Ashish started his career as a Software Engineer with Thomson Reuters Inc., building their flagship investment research solution - Thomson One. He then went on to take multiple executive roles in Program Management and AI before managing the Data Science and Engineering business in the Insurance vertical. Ashish is a university gold medalist in Biotechnology. He graduated from Bentley University's flagship MBA in 2014 with a 100% scholarship. Website https://ischoolconnect.com Social Media Information Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ischoolconnect/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/ischoolconnect/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ischoolconnect/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqFEkZLcdM6udUH_LUJGPrA Resources Mentioned The Secret ‘Employees First, Customer Second’ Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Find out more about their online CPD events at nape.org.uk/online-events Listen to Mark’s audio course 10 Pieces of Advice You’d Like to Have as a Child
	03 Jan 2022	237: Positive Parenting with Debbie Godfrey	00:35:30
Deborah Godfrey, certified Parent Educator, brings over 30 years of expertise in the parenting education field. Through her business, POSITIVE PARENTING, she teaches the Redirecting Children’s Behavior parenting skills class and the Redirecting for a Cooperative Classroom training in schools and community centers around the world. She has served many organizations including C.A.A.N (Child Abuse and Neglect), Casa Pacifica, Conejo Valley Substance Abuse Prevention Authority and Child Development Resources of Ventura County, The California State Foster Parent Association, Southern California Mothers of Twins, the Ventura County Wellness Program and the Oxnard and Ventura School Districts. In April, 2007, Deborah conducted teacher trainings for 8 schools during a 30-day period in 5 states across India. Deborah conducted 8 parent education workshops in Beijing, China during a 2-week period in February 2008. She is the past director of Foster & Kinship Care Education at Ventura College and the regional Instructor Trainer for the Redirecting Children’s Behavior curriculum for the International Network For Children and Families. Deborah is a member of and has sat on the board of the Ventura County Partnership for Safe Families. Deborah is recognized for her humor and compassion while teaching behavior and discipline tools that work at home and in the classroom. Website positiveparenting.com Social Media Information @positiveparentingdebbie https://www.facebook.com/AskDebNow https://www.linkedin.com/in/positiveparenting/ Resources Mentioned Discover Your Child's Learning Style - Mariaemma Willis & Victoria Kindle Hodson Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Find out more about their online CPD events at nape.org.uk/online-events Listen to Mark’s audio course 10 Pieces of Advice You’d Like to Have as a Child
	29 Jul 2024	The Adventures of Jelly Bean	00:51:59
Follow Jelly Bean on her exciting adventures as a fourth-grader facing challenges that resonate with children of her age. From navigating friendships and family dynamics to discovering the complexities of life, Jelly Bean’s journey is filled with valuable life lessons. Amy Meislin Pollack, a retired teacher, parent and grandparent, highlights how to raise happy children, how to talk to them about difficult topics and how to help them face challenges like bullying, low-self esteem, friendship, popularity, death, race, drugs, alcohol, feeling neglected and family issues. Ever since she was in fourth grade – back in 1960 – Amy was writing and telling stories about a character named Jelly Bean. She never stopped telling those stories, sharing them with her students over a teaching career that spanned 40+ years. She shared them with her three children when they were younger – and then with her seven grandchildren. Now her stories have been made available to everyone with the recent publishing of two coming-of-age books intended for middle-graders, The Adventures of Jelly Bean and The Further Adventures of Jelly Bean. The Adventures of Jelly Bean and The Further Adventures of Jelly Bean are the stories of a fourth-grader who faces challenges that just about all children her age can recognize. Her parents don’t approve of her favorite friend in the whole world. She has trouble getting along with the brother who is closest in age to her. The uncle she loves so much is about to marry the most awful woman she could ever imagine, and the girl who used to be her best friend has turned on her. Jelly Bean faces these and other stumbling blocks, including: the difficulties in achieving and maintaining popularity and how important having certain friends should be to her; difficulties inherent in relationships with various friends and family members; and learning how to make decisions on her own. In these first two books of my middle-grade series, Jelly Bean comes to understand that much of life is trial and error, and that the only constant in life is that it is always changing. Website www.amypollack.com Social Media Information inkedin.com/in/amy-pollack-9b111882 twitter.com/AdvOfJellyBean facebook.com/Author.AmyMeislinPollack instagram.com/jellybeanthebookseries Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) www.nape.org.uk Support the show at www.educationonfire.com/support Have you seen our live shows on YouTube? www.EducationOnFire.com/youtube
	08 Feb 2021	187: Teach Financial Literacy with Jon Alvarado	00:32:07
Jon Alvarado, founder of Teach Financial Literacy has created a lifetime financial literacy course designed to break barriers for low-income students and families. Jon spent 10 years teaching math at a school with 80% free and reduce lunch students and two years teaching financial literacy at a school with 70% free and reduced lunch students. During that time, he taught over 2000 students using video instruction to help meet the needs and barriers of many of his students. Coming from a family of poverty, Jon understands the challenges and barriers poverty presents mentally, emotionally, and financially. Jon can help your students and families with important financial literacy topics that will help them become college and career ready. Jon believes there's a better way reach families and students outside of school. And this is why Teach Financial Literacy was created. Have you ever asked yourself any of the questions below? If so, see if Jon can help. I don’t even know where to look for financial literacy resources for students and their families? How can I encourage students and families that everything they learn in financial literacy will impact them every day? How can I get more students college and career ready? Will anyone understand the challenges low income students and families face? www.teachfinanciallit.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-alvarado-709a67191/ https://www.facebook.com/Teach-Financial-Literacy-112338716888221/?modal=admin_todo_tour Click to listen to my interview with Nikki Rausch *If you would like to support the Education on Fire GoFundMe campaign to create a valuable resource for our children based on the wisdom of our inspiring guests please click below.* https://uk.gofundme.com/f/education-on-fire-book-fundraiser Show Sponsor The National Association for Primary Education has an online conference on 8th March 2021 entitled: TOWARDS A BALANCED AND BROADLY-BASED CURRICULUM Virtual Conference – Monday 8th March 2021, 4.15pm-6.45pm The Conference, embracing a theme which has always been central to debate about children’s entitlements, has been highlighted by OfSTED as critical in curriculum development and its central importance has been further accentuated by the pressures under which primary schools are working in the post-lockdown phase as they prioritise what is perceived as essential in educational recovery. The impact of the coronavirus pandemic on children’s education may be perceived as a justification for narrowing the curriculum at the expense of the arts and the humanities, but this conference will explore the case for preserving young children’s entitlement to as rich and diverse a curriculum as possible. Dr. Eaude’s keynote lecture will set the scene, highlighting some key issues and considering some lessons to be learnt from the period of lockdown. The subsequent presentations will focus on classroom practice, providing a spotlight on innovations which have been implemented in school and offering guidance for the future. All are most welcome at this event, including teachers, teacher assistants,...
	24 Nov 2022	305: New live podcasts with audience interaction?	00:09:23
Mark explains a new feature coming to the podcast in 2023. Live video podcast recordings where you can watch and interact or ask questions as we create the show. It won't replace the current format but become an added extra for those wanting to be more involved in the community. Listen to find out more! Mentioned in this episode: NAPE Al Kingsley Summit Promo Watch Mark Taylor interview Al Kingsley about 'Creating Digital Strategies for Schools' as part of the Primary Education Summit 2023 - Visions for the Future - presented by National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://www.educationonfire.com/creating-digital-strategies-for-schools/

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