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.

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.

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.

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!

In this discussion Leigh and Kate lead on from the success of episode 19 as we explore an additional 10 teaching techniques to develop a high-performance learning environment. This episode is the second of a series to strengthen training outcomes.

As 2021 commences it is an ideal time to review the quality management system of your training institution. In this conversation we are joined by valued colleague Aaron Dixon as he graciously shares his quality assurance vision developed across several adult education training institutions. The episode was recorded onsite within the nation of Kiribati where Aaron works with the Kiribati Institute of Technology. In recent history the Kiribati Institute of Technology worked within a third-party contractual relationship with Australian-based Registered Training Organisations or RTOs. Part of the conversation focuses upon strengthening the Quality Management System during contractual business changes. We invite you to unwind with us as we review the importance of a robust quality management system.

It is time to celebrate a wonderful TVET success story! Join us as we celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the Kiribati Institute of Technology (KIT) with special guest Anthony Bailey. The Kiribati Institute of Technology is a large Pacific TVET institution that exemplifies national and regional success. Our guest Anthony Bailey is a Strategic Advisor to the institution. Join us as we discuss the history vibrancy and ultimately the regional success of the Kiribati Institute of Technology. The episode was recorded remotely during Australia's 2020 COVID-19 lockdown conditions.

Join Leigh and Kate as we commence 2021 by celebrating a significant vocational education and training success story within the country of Mongolia.

ASC Training and Development is a leading registered training organisation. Today we are joined by guest and owner of ASC Training and Development Mr Tony Stone. This is a conversation that reflects upon educational leadership techniques to develop an empathetic, trustworthy workplace. We trust that you, like us, are left feeling refreshed by listening to a successful educational manager that clearly values his faculty.

In this discussion Leigh and Kate explore 15 teaching strategies to assist you in developing a high-performance learning environment within the training room. From your initial meeting with a new student through to recalling the learning. This episode is the first of a series to strengthen training outcomes.

In this episode I am joined by Debbi Norman. Debbi shares her experiences of what it is like to be a Long-Term Education Advisor within the country of Kiribati. Debbi was based within the bustling environment of South Tarawa, where there are around 15,000 inhabitants per square kilometre. To put it into perspective, that's 2.5 times the density of Tokyo. This is a wonderful discussion that captures the challenges and rewards of these important international development roles.

Join us for this episode as we discuss the role of Transformation Consultancy in adult education. In this episode we discuss the challenges, rewards, and pitfalls of working in developing nations.

Project based learning is rarely used to its full potential. This week's discussion looks at the benefits of incorporating project-based learning and assessment into course design.

Most adult education institutions are underpinned by a quality management system. However, institutions are often perplexed by the difference between the terminology of 'compliance' and 'quality'. This week we are joined by special guest Aaron Dixon as together Kate and Leigh define both compliance and quality and the importance of a shared vision to support the implementation of a quality management system.

This week Terry Iverson joins the conversation, successful businessman, founder of the American 'Champion Now Organisation' and author of the book "Finding America's Greatest Champion". The discussion focusses upon vocational education and American manufacturing sector.

In this conversation we are joined by Indresh, the Vice-President of Sify eLearning. The company has two decades of experience as a global leader in new technologies and interactive learning. Today we discuss the importance of eLearning instructional design done well to ensure your online instruction supports successful graduate outcomes. This is an especially important conversation not to be missed given the recent need for many organisations to rapidly develop eLearning content. Take some time to learn from a global leader Sify eLearning as you strengthen your interactive instructional design.

Ammie is an emergency nurse who has transitioned to the education sector. She continues to provide just-in-time training in the workplace as well as delivering Nationally Recognised Training. This interview discusses the joys and challenges of transitioning to the role of a vocational educator.

Independent teaching reviews bring an objective viewpoint to our practice. Independent teaching reviews provide transparent and immediate professional development. They enable the educational practitioner to receive unbiased feedback on their practice with additional one-to-one coaching on improvement options. This approach is customised to meet the individual needs of the faculty.

An interview with Helen Cherry. Helen is an experienced international TVET practitioner and educational leader. In this interview she shares her country experiences including education in a conflict zone.

The blackhole of unproductive team meetings. Team meetings take up many hours of educator's working lives, but often we feel that our time could have been used better. In this episode we look at some of the pitfalls of team meetings and how to avoid them to ensure workplace efficiency is enhanced.

Enterprise registered training organisations (ERTOs). ERTOs are a distinct, yet often unknown section of the vocational and education training sector. This week is an interview with Gabrielle Deschamps from ERTOA - the peak body who represents ERTOs in Australia.

In the first of our leadership series this podcast ensures an effective and smooth transition for new education staff. New staff bring enthusiasm and new knowledge to an organisation, but so often their transition to a new workplace can be less than satisfying. In this episode we look at ways of ensuring that new education staff are supported in their transition to their new workplace and role to ensure enthusiasm is maintained and that they feel valued.

The importance of maintaining professional curiosity to enhance practice. In this episode we will discuss the need to maintain a professional curiosity around our practice as educators as well as our own vocational area. Ways to maintain curiosity and opportunities for learning will also be discussed.

Change management and educational leadership in adult education in developing nations. This week's episode is a conversation with Mark Gooderham. Mark has had a long career in adult education in roles from training and assessment, leadership and change management. He has worked in a number of countries including England, Australia, Vanuatu and Kiribati and brings some interesting insights to the sector.

Communities of Practice create capacity from within. A professional community of practice builds the capacity and knowledge of educators from within their own organisation or through an extended network. This episode looks at the benefits of participating in a community of practice and how to facilitate.

Peer to Peer Programmes for Professional Development. In this episode we will be discussing the purpose, benefits and 'how to' of peer to peer programmes. Peer to peer programmes are designed to build capacity horizontally across organisations and faculty

Transitioning from a vocational expert to an educational practitioner This episode discusses the need for beginning education practitioners to transition from their vocational role to that of an educator. This mindset change enables new educators to embrace their new role while supporting their future success. The discussion includes the challenges of entering a new profession of going from a vocational expert to a novice educator/trainer as well as tips and ideas for success in your new role.

Transitioning from a vocational expert to an educational practitioner This episode discusses the need for beginning education practitioners to transition from their vocational role to that of an educator. This mindset change enables new educators to embrace their new role while supporting their future success. The discussion includes the challenges of entering a new profession of going from a vocational expert to a novice educator/trainer as well as tips and ideas for success in your new role.

This is a short introduction describing the new podcast series Education Transformation.