Education Scotland podcast

Learning Conversations: Community Justice Scotland

In this episode of The Learning Conversations, Gillian Hamilton is joined by Karyn McCluskey, Chief Executive of Community Justice Scotland.
This lively and informative conversation will touch on how education is key to Karyn’s prevention strategy.

The Curriculum Improvement Cycle episode. Part 2: Towards and evolved technical framework

The Curriculum Improvement Cycle episode. Part 2: Towards and evolved technical framework
A process is now in place for reviewing and evolving Scotland’s Curriculum - this is known as the Curriculum Improvement Cycle. In this episode, Ollie Bray Strategic Director is joined by guest Andy Creamer, Head of Learning, Teaching and Assessment at Education Scotland. Ollie and Andy continue their conversation and talk about how the work will move towards developing an evolved technical framework for education in Scotland.

The Curriculum Improvement Cycle episode. Part 1: The background and case for change

The Curriculum Improvement Cycle episode. Part 1: The background and case for change
A process is now in place for reviewing and evolving Scotland’s Curriculum - this is known as the Curriculum Improvement Cycle. In this episode, Ollie Bray Strategic Director is joined by guest Andy Creamer, Head of Learning, Teaching and Assessment at Education Scotland. Ollie and Andy talk about the background of the Curriculum Improvement Cycle and the case for change, unpacking the discussion paper that was published in November 2024.

School Libraries Podcast - A Focus on Pupil Volunteering Episode 4

School Libraries Podcast - A Focus on Pupil Volunteering Episode 4
 
A conversation with Kateri Wilson Whalley, School Librarian - West Lothian Council

Barrhead High School and Community Learning and Development youth work partnership in East Renfrewshire

Young people informing and influencing community planning in East Ayrshire

Episode 16 – Bex Ewart in conversation with Ed Walton, DHT, Fraserburgh Academy Aberdeenshire

Episode 16 – Bex Ewart in conversation with Ed Walton, DHT, Fraserburgh Academy Aberdeenshire
 
‘Not only are young people different from classroom to classroom… they are different within themselves day to day, hour to hour…
 
‘Pedagogy starts with a relationship - creating a human connection between a group and an adult or a lead learner’.
 
In this episode Bex talks with Ed Walton, Depute Headteacher of Fraserburgh Academy in Aberdeenshire. They discuss the concept of pedagogy as an art-form, the themes if trust, empowerment, real-life relevant and relational compass-led learning and being a ‘practitioner in positive divergence’.
 
Episode links:
https://www.fraserburgh.aberdeenshire.sch.uk/
 
The Pedagogy Podcast Spotify Playlist:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3OlQjzxsYdhXkYg8W7F7d1?si=dc4fd84d97d649e4
 
The Pedagogy Podcast – Core Pedagogical Considerations Graphic:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1SY5Z4lXiluxNXhNkgk0UCukrKXNzw3iX?usp=sharing

Learning Conversations: Learning for Sustainability

In this episode of The Learning Conversations, Gillian Hamilton is joined by Education Officer  Mark Irwin and  Oakgrove Primary School Head Teacher, Jane Cerexhe. 
This lively and informative conversation will inspire you to consider how you can support learners to think about the environment.

Episode 15 – Bex Ewart in conversation with Dr Marion Burns

Episode 15 – Bex Ewart in conversation with Dr Marion Burns
 
‘Children are educators too. They educate each other by being alongside each other’
 
‘If we allowed children to be truly creative, we would have a much more effective and impactful experience for them… if we just give over some of that power instead of holding onto it’.
 
In this episode Bex hears thoughts on pedagogy from education academic Dr Marion Burns, former HMIe and co-author of Scotland’s National Practice Guidance for early years Realising the Ambition: Being Me. This conversation insightfully explores research around pedagogical thinking, leadership, transitions, play, creativity and considerations around the interactions, experiences and spaces of pedagogy. 
 
 
Episode links:
Realising the Ambition: Being Me – Scotland’s National Practice Guidance for Early Years
https://education.gov.scot/media/3bjpr3wa/realisingtheambition.pdf
 
'Please Miss, I did that before in nursery!' : achieving curriculum continuity and progression in children's learning across the Scottish Curriculum for Excellence - Early Level from nursery settings to Primary 1’ – Doctoral Thesis Dr Marion Burns
https://stax.strath.ac.uk/concern/theses/tb09j572s
 
The Pedagogy Podcast Spotify Playlist:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3OlQjzxsYdhXkYg8W7F7d1?si=dc4fd84d97d649e4
 
The Pedagogy Podcast – Core Pedagogical Considerations Graphic:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1SY5Z4lXiluxNXhNkgk0UCukrKXNzw3iX?usp=sharing

Episode 14 – Bex Ewart in conversation with Dr Dan Wuori

Episode 14 – Bex Ewart in conversation with Dr Dan Wuori
 
‘Young children are capable of such incredibly complex thinking, much more complex than they are given credit for’
 
On this episode of The Pedagogy Podcast, host Bex Ewart is joined by Dr Dan Wuori, a renowned expert in early childhood education. With a wealth of experience and insight into early learning and development, Dr Wuori shares his knowledge on early childhood pedagogy, discussing key principles and the importance of fostering a strong understanding of early childhood development for parents, educators and policy makers.
 
Episode links:
Dr Dan Wuori –
https://danwuori.com
 
The Pedagogy Podcast Spotify Playlist:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3OlQjzxsYdhXkYg8W7F7d1?si=dc4fd84d97d649e4
 
The Pedagogy Podcast – Core Pedagogical Considerations Graphic:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1SY5Z4lXiluxNXhNkgk0UCukrKXNzw3iX?usp=sharing