The Teacher's Lounge: teach, lead, inspire
The Teacher's Lounge: teach, lead, inspire Podcast with Ben Heckathorn offers educators and leaders a blend of entertainment and professional insights to help teach, lead, and inspire. Join Ben as he explores the unspoken challenges and celebrates the incredible work of teachers across Australia.
Podcasting since 2024 • 7 episodes
The Teacher's Lounge: teach, lead, inspire
Latest Episodes
106 'School Holidays' or 'Term Break': semantics and mindsets
In this episode, we dive into the semantics of "school holidays" versus "term break" and how the language we use can shape our mindset during these periods. We'll explore the impact of each term on how teachers approach rest, productivity, and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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32:09
105 Tidy Classroom links to Student Behaviour and Focus
In this episode, we share three simple hacks for creating a tidier classroom that can significantly boost student focus and behavior. We’ll explore the difference between being tidy and organised, and how reducing clutter can create a more opti...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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26:05
104 Morning Routine SAVERS Hal Elrod
In this episode, we explore how a structured morning routine can set the foundation for a productive and fulfilling day as a teacher. We'll dive into the SAVERS framework — silence, affirmations, visualisation, exercise, reading, and scribing —...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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37:15
103 Yard Duty
In this episode, we take a fun look at yard duty and why it's more than just supervision — it's a great opportunity to build relationships with students outside the classroom. We’ll talk about how connecting during these moments can st...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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23:00
102 Top 5 Qualities of a Teacher
In this episode, we explore the top five qualities (out of 800 voters) that define an excellent teacher. We'll dive into how these qualities shape effective teaching and create impactful learning experiences. Learn why adaptability and...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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33:12
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