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Scottish Educators Connect

Anita Le Tissier & James Cook

The Scottish Educators Connect has grown across social media to provide a safe space for educators to develop professionally through topical and academic reading. Throughout the SEC meetings, many education and political issues are explored -this podcast has been set up to explore further some issues raised. If you have an interest in Scottish educational issues, do get in touch to guest on our podcast. New episodes every Thursday. Podcast Hosts: James Cook and Anita Le Tissier

SEC #34 The National Discussion - a summary

James and Anita summarise the series, offering their changing thoughts on The National Discussion.

Dec 5, 2022

47 min

SEC #33 The National Discussion with Carmel Jacob-Thomson

Anita and James talk to Carmel, Edinburgh educational psychologist and advocate for care experienced young people. What an episode to end our interviews on! You can find Carmel on Twitter @carmel_jacob

Dec 1, 2022

35 min

SEC #32 The National Discussion with Blair Minchin

James talks to Blair Minchin about The National Discussion. Key themes include playfulness, care and respect for pupils. You can find Blair on Twitter @Mr_Minchin

Nov 24, 2022

29 min

SEC #31 The National Discussion with Sarah Philp.

James and Anita talk to Sarah Philp, psychologist, coach and cohost of Changing Conversations Podcast. Key themes include systems level improvement, humanness and energy for change. Find Sarah’s podcast @ChangingConversation on Twitter and you can listen on all major podcast platforms.

Nov 17, 2022

36 min

SEC #30 The National Discussion with Hazel Pinner

James and Anita talk to primary school teacher Hazel Pinner about The National Discussion. They explore global citizenship, professional learning and a curriculum for inclusion. You can find Hazel on Twitter @Hazelmpinner

Nov 10, 2022

30 min

SEC #29 The National Discussion with Dr Al Azzawi

James and Anita talk to Dr Al Azzawi about the National Discussion in Scottish education. Key themes include transition, professional collaboration and employability of teachers.

Nov 3, 2022

31 min

SEC #28 The National Discussion with Tom MacKenzie- Chalmers.

James and Anita talk to Edinburgh Principal Teacher Tom MacKenzie Chalmers about The National Discussion. They explore the attainment gap, sharing practice and professional learning. You can follow more of Tom’s work by following on Twitter @Tommc93 #TalkScottishEducation

Oct 27, 2022

26 min

SEC #27 The National Discussion with Nuzhat Uthmani

James and Anita continue the conversation around #TalkScottishEducation and ask Glasgow teacher, EIS Anti-Racist sub committee chair, and founder of @GCEducationScot, Nuzhat Uthmani about her views on developing Scottish Education. Join the discussion by following us on Twitter @ScotEdConnect

Oct 21, 2022

22 min

SEC #26 The National Discussion on Education

James and Anita return to #TalkScottishEducation as the National Discussion on education continues across the country. 

Oct 14, 2022

52 min

SEC #25 Imposter Syndrome

After a nine month hiatus, James and Anita are back, and this time, we get deep and personal - sharing our own live in imposter. To find out more visit www.scottisheducatorsconnect.com or follow @ScotEdConnect on Twitter. 

Feb 20, 2022

56 min