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That'll Teach You

That'll Teach You is a podcast for teachers, educators, parents and anyone interested in education, hosted by Jane Costigan and Hugh O'Connor. Each week, Jane and Hugh are joined by expert guests - teachers, principals, SNAs, psychologists and advocates about the issues that matter in school today - from special education, teacher wellbeing and literacy, to play-based learning, neurodiversity, classroom practice and AI. With a focus on education in Ireland, but unafraid to travel around the world, That'll Teach You presents honest conversations including practical advice for all of those working with children.

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#124
Wednesday · 54 min
Starting Strong: Supporting Autism and Mainstream Classrooms in a New School Year, with Angela Cummins
This week, Jane and Hugh are joined by Angela Cummins, who has been teaching in autism classes for 27 years. Angela has a Masters in Education specialising in Autism, and is currently working on her Doctorate of Education. At the start of a new school year, there is so much to discuss. We look at how teachers in both mainstream and autism classes can set up their classrooms for their incoming students, and how they can best set expectations and routines. We also look at how teachers from all classes can support each other, and develop a better understanding of what goes on in each other's rooms. Angela gives practical tips on supporting a sense of community between all students and staff in the school, as well as how all subjects can be integrated into fun and playful activities. Make sure to follow Angela @angelaccummins on Instagram. Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast Like the show? We'd love to hear from you - please rate us and write a short review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#123
August 19 · 9 min
Welcome to Season 4!
We are back! It's the start of a brand new season, and Jane and Hugh are excited. We dust off the cobwebs, plug in the mic, and let you know what's coming up in Season 4, including a start-of-year competition with great prizes to be won, and more fantastic guests sharing their wisdom with you every week. Make sure to follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast on Instagram and Tiktok, and why not recommend us to a friend as we start a whole new school year? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#122
June 24 · 18 min
Happy Summer!
It's time for the summer holidays, and we aren't going to take up too much of your time. It is time to exhale and be proud of all you've done this year. We chat about a few of our highlights as well as our summer plans. We will be taking the next little while off, so you should too! Thank you for listening to That'll Teach You, and we will see you again in August for Season 4! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#121
June 17 · 49 min
Ace Your Interview! with Maria
Summer should be a time when teachers can relax, but we know that some of our colleagues are heading straight into interview season. That'll Teach You is here to help, so we are re-releasing our very popular episode with Maria (@teacherinterviewireland) to guide you through the whole process. Whether you're applying for your first job, or moving towards a leadership role, Maria has so many useful tips to help keep you grounded and calm. Best of luck - we believe in you! Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast and please rate and review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#120
June 10 · 34 min
The Final Few Weeks with Gillian Corbally
What to do in June? We're at that time of year where it feels as if everyone is ready to move on, but we're not done yet. How can we continue to support our students to grow and develop in the final few weeks of school? Gillian Corbally is back on the podcast to help us answer this question and more. Make sure to follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast and remember to rate and review Follow Gillian @the_glitter_and_coffee_teacher and listen to her podcast The Playful Lens! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#119
June 3 · 46 min
Fiction's Worst Mothers with Lisa Fipps
Award-winning author Lisa Fipps joins us for the final episode in our Meet the Author series. We chat about verse novels, in particular Starfish, Lisa's debut novel, and what led Lisa to that particular format. Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast Follow Lisa @authorlisafipps Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#118
May 27 · 46 min
Mild ID Schools with Debbie O'Neill
How many children with mild intellectual disabilities are struggling to survive in a mainstream classroom? What are the problems facing special schools in Ireland today? Principal Debbie O'Neill (@themildprincipal) joins the podcast this week to talk about her experience as a principal of a special school. Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast and pleas remember to rate and review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#117
May 20 · 48 min
From the Classroom to College with Aislinn
Is Múinteoir Mé is back on the podcast to talk about her latest move, taking a break from primary school to become a Teacher Fellow in DCU. We discuss today's student teachers, the problems they face, and how the career break has helped Aislinn become a better teacher herself. Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast Follow Aislinn @ismuinteoirme Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#116
May 13 · 34 min
Who Needs Words? with Clara Maria Fiorentini
They say a picture paints a thousand words - well, Clara I back on the podcast this week to explain just how important wordless picture books are for all ages. Follow us @thatllteachyou podcast and follow Clara @claramariafiorentini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#115
May 6 · 43 min
Writing Murder Mysteries with Sophie McKenzie
Murder mysteries, thrillers, and a shared love of Malorie Blackman are just some of what we spoke about this week with award-winning author Sophie McKenzie, in our latest episode of our Meet the Author miniseries. Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast and don't forget to rate and review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#114
April 29 · 45 min
Emily McPhillips Sheridan: An Autistic Student's Perspective
Emily shares her story of being an autistic student in primary and secondary school, as well as her work as an autistic advocate. Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast and don't forget to rate and review! Follow Emily @emilymcps2004 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#113
April 22 · 52 min
Decolonising My Classroom with Danielle
Social injustice, corruption, politics, unequal systems - to what extent can teachers help the children in our care by opening up new perspectives on the world? How can these systems be disrupted in a positive way for education? Danielle joins TTY this week to discuss these issues, and more. Follow Danielle @decolonisingmyclassroom and follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#112
April 15 · 42 min
Helping Struggling Readers with Dee
Kids love books. Unless they don't. How can we help support our children in their earliest years, to ensure that their confidence and competence in literacy develops as best it can? Dee (@playful_classroom) is back on the show this week to discuss early intervention, assessment, and finding the balance between classroom support and SET for those who need it. Follow us @thatlltecahyoupodcast, and don't forget to rate and review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#111
March 25 · 47 min
From Creative Writing to Historical Fiction with Sarah Webb
Award-winning author Sarah Webb joins us this week, to talk about her process, historical fiction, and visiting schools. Sarah is one of Ireland's best known children's authors, particularly in schools, and we loved the chance to chat to her about her background as both a reader and a writer. We're heading on our Easter holidays - we'll see you on 15th April! Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast Follow Sarah @sarahwebbwriter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#110
March 18 · 36 min
Power, Potential, Peril - the 3 Ps of AI with Patrick Hickey
Forget Donald Trump's rows about AI - what does it mean for teachers and students? As the technology continues to speed past our comprehension, how can we as educators use it to support our students, while also teaching them use to use it responsibly? Patrick Hickey (@aiteachingguru) returns to That'll Teach You to discuss his own experiences with AI over the last year, as well as laying out what the Government has, and, more importantly, has not, provided in terms of guidelines around AI. Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast, and don't forget to rate and review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#109
March 11 · 46 min
Is Society Failing Our Neurodivergent Children? with Ciara Reilly
Why are autistic children receiving less support than they would have 20 years ago, despite our vastly improved knowledge of the area? Why are special education teachers not receiving training before they begin working with our most vulnerable children? What can be done to help support our neurodivergent children, their parents and their teachers? The inimitable Ciara Reilly is back on That'll Teach You this week to answer these questions and more. Ciara shares her own experiences as both a mother and a teacher, and, as always, is not afraid to ask the hard questions and tell some home truths. Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast and follow Ciara @ciarareillyteacher Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#108
March 4 · 47 min
The Power of Verse Novels with Sarah Crossan
Is it a poem? Is it a novel? Can't it be both? Award-winning author Sarah Crossan is here to talk about writing for young people, writing in verse, and even how verse novels might just be able to provide some of that dopamine hit that social media does, only without all the bad bits! Sarah's verse novels, including Moonrise, One and Toffee, can undoubtedly be a way into reading for young people (and adults) who might struggle to access more traditional literature. Sarah's writing addresses so many important topics facing society, and listening to her talk about her process was definitely a fangirl/boy moment for us both. Follow Sarah @sarahcrossanwriter and follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast Please check out our other author episodes, and don't forget to rate and review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#107
February 25 · 35 min
Save Our SNAs! with Oneesa and Samantha
It's very simple. Schools cannot function without SNAs. As the Government stumbles around the issue of SNA cuts, we are joined by SNAs Oneesa and Samantha to explain what has been happening over the last couple of weeks. We also look at the broader problems - why the role of the SNA needs to be redefined, why SNAs need new contracts and, most importantly, why the lack of respect and understanding around what SNAs do can lead to catastrophic results for all children in our schools, whether or not they receive SNA support. Please follow Oneesa (@sna_support_and_inspire) and Samantha (@samanthaofl_) to see the important work they are doing. Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast to stay up to date, and please rate and review the podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#106
February 11 · 48 min
Do Schools Do Enough for Teacher Wellbeing? with Greg Joynt
Are teachers supported by schools in their wellbeing? Does a single yoga class or doughnut day actually help teachers in the long run? What are the positive steps a school can take towards staff wellbeing? Greg Joynt (@gregjoyntyoga) joins Jane and Hugh this week to discuss what can be done to foster wellbeing for all in schools, because, let's face it, if we're not happy, how can we help the children? Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast on Instagram and Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#105
February 4 · 41 min
Taking Religion out of Schools with Education Equality Ireland's Anna Hurley
Does religion still have a place in Irish schools? Should the Catholic sacraments be taught during the school day, or does this isolate those children not involved? Should all children attend their local school? Education Equality Ireland's Anna Hurley joins the podcast this week to discuss all of these questions, and more. Anna explains the origins, achievements and current goals of Education Equality Ireland, as well as where the movement is going. Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast on Instagram and Tiktok, and don't forget to rate and review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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