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Episode #22 The superpowers of feedback in Community & Family Studies Apr 06, 2022

In this episode of The Learning Network Podcast, I uncover the power of purposeful feedback in the CAFS classroom.

Marking with only ticks, crosses and a number is not enough. This method doesn't allow students to grow & develop their skills & understanding.

By providing valuable,...

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Episode #21 Four Ways to Differentiate in your CAFS Classroom Mar 16, 2022

In this episode of The Learning Network Podcast, I offer guidance and uncover some practical strategies around differentiating in your CAFS classroom.

Differentiating can be difficult as it is totally unique to each classroom situation. However, tailoring our teaching and learning...

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Episode #15 There's Always a Method to My Madness Feb 09, 2022

Hey CAFS Crew! 

In this episode of The Learning Network Podcast I chat to you about the methods behind my madness. 

If you've working with me in any capacity, you will know there is always a reason or a purpose behind what I do. 

My students would often ask why we were doing...

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Episode #14 How to bring positivity to your CAFS classroom Feb 05, 2022

Hey CAFS Crew! 

This episode of The Learning Network Podcast is all about what you can do to really bring your CAFS classroom to life!

From cooperative learning groups and connecting with your CAFS students to creating a positive physical space, this episode has so...

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Episode #13 New Year, New You in 2022 Jan 19, 2022

Happy New Year CAFS Crew!

In this episode of The Learning Network Podcast, I reflect on 2021 and talk about some of my goals for 2022! I also chat about a few things I'll be doing differently in 2022 including new projects, offers and affirmation/organisational tools! 

My word...

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Episode #12 Q&A with our daughters Cass & Lex Jan 19, 2022

Hey CAFS Crew, the last episode of the year is here!

In this podcast episode, I chat with our daughters Cass & Lex! This is a funny episode where we chat about the changes they have seen since I left the classroom, what they think I actually do for work and what they love about school.

It's...

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Episode #11 Forty Lessons in 40 Years Jan 19, 2022

Hey CAFS Crew!

This episode is a very special birthday episode of The Learning Network Podcast!

In "Forty Lessons in 40 Years" I go through just that, 40 lessons I have learnt throughout my 40 years on the planet. 

I want to warn you, I do get a little bit emotional which wasn't what I...

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Episode #9 Lessons from a CAFS Legend with Jennie O'Donoghue Jan 19, 2022

Hey CAFS Crew!

This is a very special episode of The Learning Network Podcast, one where I am joined by a CAFS legend, my beautiful teacher and friend Jennie O'Donoghue.
If you have met Jen before on your CAFS journey you would know that she always lights up the CAFS space with her big heart...

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Episode #8 Cheering You on from the CAFS Sideline Jan 19, 2022

Hey CAFS Crew!

In this episode of The Learning Network Podcast, I talk about some of the amazing people who have made a huge impact on my CAFS passion and career! 

If you have been teaching CAFS for 12 months, 2 years, 20 years or anywhere in between, I want you to think about the...

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Episode #5 Setting Your CAFS Students Up for Success Jan 19, 2022

Hey CAFS Crew!

This week's episode of The Learning Network Podcast brings you even more CAFS related gems with special guest Katrine Barnes!

Katrine is a beautiful CAFS teacher who has lots of experience in life, but was fairly late into education. Katrine is a PDHPE, CAFS and dance elective...

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Episode #4 Bring Your CAFS Classroom to Life Jan 19, 2022

Hey CAFS Crew!

This episode of The Learning Network Podcast unpacks what you can do to bring your CAFS classroom to life! From making connections with your students, to including them in examples and transforming your classroom. 

Honestly, I think we've become too fast paced. We...

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Episode #3 Transformative Wellbeing with Gabbie Stroud Jan 19, 2022

Hey CAFS Crew!

Join me in this episode of The Learning Network Podcast, as I chat with the amazing educator, Gabbie Stroud, about all things teacher wellbeing.

Gabbie is the best selling author of two books which focus on the ups and downs, twists and turns of...

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