Education Transformation

In this episode, we look back at the journey of the Education Transformation podcast. We reminisce and highlight our personal favourite moments and guests.

Many students find it difficult to transition from study to the workplace. Vocational work placements are a valuable tool for students to apply their learning and transition to the workforce. In this episode, we are joined by Louise. Louise has a wealth of experience and knowledge in facilitating and leading vocational work placements to support the student learning journey. Discover the essentials of ensuring students and host employers receive a valuable experience from the work placement.

At the request of a member of our listening audience, we are pleased to dedicate this episode to discuss how to start the implementation of a new course. In this episode, Leigh and Kate share their professional experiences of developing new training programmes for various organisations over the past two decades. Thanks to the audience member for suggesting the topic! If you would like to suggest a future podcast topic leave a comment within the podcast feedback form provided at: https://www.transformationconsultancy.com/podcast You can also listen to the podcast via the above website link. Best regards, Education Transformation Team

Evaluating education is an essential component of the education cycle. In this episode we interview Dr Paul Aylward and discuss a variety of types and aspects of evaluation. Working as a principal evaluation consultant for his own consultancy Action Research Partnerships and as an academic and educator for over 25 years, Paul has evaluated 100+ diverse Government and NGO health programs/interventions. A qualified teacher, Paul has written, coordinated and taught post-graduate evaluation topics in Public Health and primary health care in universities in Australia and the UK and he has developed several popular evaluation resources used by Government and Non-Government agencies here and overseas. Paul has been awarded the 'National Commendation for Excellence in Evaluation Study' by the Australasian Evaluation Society for his work in refugee mental health.

In this episode, Leigh and Kate discuss recent events and the next up coming episode.

UNESCO-UNEVOC promotes quality TVET for all through various programmes and initiatives. In this episode we are joined by two UNESCO-UNEVOC representatives Max Ehlers and Pooja Gianchandani. We discuss the scope and impact of UNESCO-UNEVOC as well as how TVET practitioners can become involved.

In this episode we revisit episode 9 which is an interview with a friend of the podcast Helen Cherry. Helen is an experienced international TVET practitioner and educational leader. In this interview she shares her experiences as a TVET expert in Afghanistan.

Welcome to this insightful conversation on the subject of 'Empowering Your Faculty' with Michael Vargas from 'Lead By Impact'. This discussion addresses how a faculty team can enhance workplace productivity when each member's skills are valued with professional trust.

This is a comprehensive discussion addressing key attributes of assessment including what it is to assess, different assessment techniques, how an assessor can ensure their feedback is fresh and rewarding, and how we can ensure our assessment judgements are fair and consistent. We trust you enjoy this discussion from an educator's perspective.

When do you know it is time to call 'time' on your education career? There are some common signs and symptoms that alert us that it might be time to gracefully retire or take a break from our practice. Hear from a number of guests who share their thoughts and experiences on this topic.

Leigh and Kate discuss another five teaching techniques that you can implement in your adult education practice. Teaching techniques are used to ensure learners are engaged and their needs are met during training delivery.

In this week's episode we continue the conversation with Dr Lou Mycroft and Dr Christina Donovan. They continue their discussion on the benefits of trust along with thinking spaces, idea rom, spaces to dance constellations and festival Fridays. If you are curious about these and how trust impacts your practice as an educator its time to tune into this week's episode. To learn more about their research visit: JoyFE https://linktr.ee/joyfe APConnect https://touchconsulting.net/ap-connect-communities-of-practice-cop/ap-connect-communities-of-practice-cop-2020-2021/

Trust is essential in education. It is required between educators and students as well as between education practitioners. Trusting relationships empower educators to build skills and knowledge that supports practice. In this episode we are joined by Dr Lou Mycroft and Dr Christina Donovan who share their research regarding the benefits of trust. To learn more about their research visit: JoyFE https://linktr.ee/joyfe APConnect https://touchconsulting.net/ap-connect-communities-of-practice-cop/ap-connect-communities-of-practice-cop-2020-2021/

TVET in partnership. The Vanuatu Skills Partnership is a successful example of partnership and collaboration between communities, governments and funding organisations. In this week's episode we interview Ellis Silas the Vanuatu Skills Partnership Quality Systems Manager and Anthony Bailey the Training Provider Support Advisor.

In today's episode of 'Education Transformation' Kate leads us on a discussion to address the 'dark arts' of plagiarism, academic integrity and cheating! From a recent study 68% of adult students testify to having plagiarised at least once! In this discussion definitions, processes and student support are examined.

Today the team at Education Transformation are joined by Jane Berwick the founder of 'The Adult Learning Hub'. Jane's professional story includes working as an educator in several countries while simultaneously searching to engage with meaningful professional development pathways to enrich her career. You can learn more about 'The Adult Learning Hub' at: https://www.theadultlearninghub.com/

Today Education Transformation is pleased to be joined by Jason Reagin recorded live from South Korea! We learn about the South Korean one-of-a-kind VET in school's educational programme Jason has established with significant success! In addition, we share some of his experiences developed from working as an educator across 15 countries. Jason is the founder of ' The Design Network Alliance (DNA)', learn more at: https://www.dnapodcastnetwork.ga/

The inspiration for this title comes from the 'Rolling Stones song - Time is on my side'. The title seemed appropriate as we investigate the complexities of developing an efficient Teaching Timetable. We discuss how the stages within career development, delivery modes, resources and much more impact upon the development of an efficient Teaching Timetable. Sometimes it seems time is NOT on our side. Get ready for some real-world solutions!

In this episode Leigh and Kate recorded live at South Australia's historic Mortlock Library where we discussed instructional design. Importantly, we deep dive into eLearning instructional design best practice developed from the creation of 39 eLearning courses.

Journey with Leigh and Kate as we discuss the vocational education and training evolution from apprenticeships, traineeships to micro-credentials. We take the time to discuss the strengths of all three education pathways. The episode was recorded live in the Adelaide Botanic Gardens. The beautiful and yet perplexing location is revealed during the introduction of the episode!