Welcome to the first season of Let's Talk Teaching!

In this episode, we explore effective strategies for creating positive and supportive classroom environments that foster connections, while improving learning outcomes for students.

Our guests and experienced educators, Dr. Maria Gindidis, Schy Prewett, and Callum Mackay share their insights, personal experiences, and successful strategies in managing student behaviour, and establishing respectful and engaging learning environments.

Together, we explore:

• Self-regulation and mindfulness in education.
• Sustainable practices for managing student behaviour in the classroom including restorative practices, establishing routines and structure and visible learning strategies.
• The importance of having flexibility in your teaching approach.
• Individual strategies and classroom activities to connect with and build relationships with students.
• The power of asking questions in education, including class discussions.
• Strategies for effective teaching.

Don’t miss this conversation packed with personal tips and techniques from our experienced educators on how they manage student behaviours and create supportive classroom environments. Join us today and Let’s Talk Teaching.

Special Guests:

Dr Maria Gindidis - Senior Lecturer and Course Leader, Bachelor of Education (Honours) Faculty of Education, Monash University.

Schy Prewett - Assistant Principal - Bentleigh Secondary College, Bentleigh East, Victoria. Check out her LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and the school website.

Callum Mackay - Leading Teacher - Brentwood Secondary College, Glen Waverley, Victoria.

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Access this episode's transcript here: https://lets-talk-teaching.simplecast.com/episodes/building-better-behaviour-through-effective-classroom-management/transcript