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#150: How to Make Your Lessons More Exciting25 Aug 202600:26:54

The number one question I get asked is "How do I make my lessons more exciting?". In today's episode, I break down the fine details of what it takes to bring excitement into your lessons: things I've learned from being a front-line teacher for just over twenty years.



#teacherlife #teaching #learnchat


#149: Preparing For The New Academic Year15 Aug 202600:26:18

The new school year is almost upon us. It is important to be well-prepared. Find out how to get ready in today's podcast episode.



#teacherlife #edchat #amteaching

#148: From Inspiration to Investigation: The Jason Arday Scandal Shaking Cambridge10 Aug 202600:34:28

The recent controversy surrounding Jason Arday and his resignation from the University of Cambridge offers many important lessons for students and teachers alike.


#jasonarday #plagiarismrow #nathancofnas

#147: The Importance of Vigilance in Teaching10 Aug 202600:29:32

'Vigilance' has become somewhat of a forgotten word in education. Today, I aim to rekindle everyone's interest in the subject of vigilance, and how it should be applied in an educational setting.


#richardjamesrogers #teacherlife #edchat

#146: Tips for Showcasing Student Work and the Famous WAGOLL22 Mar 202600:23:05

Showcasing student work is a powerful technique for raising standards, empowering learners, and creating a positive school ethos where a culture of celebrating student achievement become well-embedded. In todays episode, I explain how to showcase student work correctly.

#145: Back to Basics: Things to Think About When Setting Cover Work01 Mar 202600:15:52

The time has come for you to miss a day or two, or more, of school. Maybe you are suddenly sick (it happens to all of us), maybe you’re on long-term leave, maybe you have a training workshop to attend, or maybe you have another legitimate reason to take time off school.What happens next could make or break your career at your school. That’s right – I did just say that. Poorly considered cover work, along with other factors, can result in dire consequences for you if you’re not careful. I’ve seen it happen all too often in my twenty years as a secondary school teacher, and I’m here to warn you, to educate you, and to empower you with the right information.

#144: What Will Teaching Look Like in 2026 and Beyond?02 Feb 202600:31:49

There are many changes coming to the teaching profession, and in this podcast episode I break them all down!


#143: What SLT Really Notice About Their Teachers06 Dec 202500:20:43

The Senior Leadership Team at any school have the job of managing a wide-variety of school operations. Often, as educators, we can be anxious about what this group of senior teachers notice on a daily basis, and the behaviours we should adopt, and avoid.


#teacherlife #richardjmesrogers #edchat

#142: Old School Methods Are Making a Comeback29 Nov 202500:35:26

Traditional teaching techniques, such as cut-and-stick, retrieval practice, handwritten note-taking and many more are seeing a resurgence in popularity as the the dark days of EdTech overreach in the Covid times become a distant, yet haunting, memory.


#richardjamesrogers #teachingtips #edtech

#141: Back to Basics: How to Start a Lesson Properly12 Oct 202500:10:24

The way a lesson begins determines the effectiveness of everything that has been planned. Start the lesson poorly, and watch sub-optimal learning take place later in the lesson. Start effectively, and you'll prime your students for deep, meaningful learning. | A podcast by Richard James Rogers, award-winning author and educator.



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#140: ChatGPT5 and Beyond: My Top 3 GenAI Apps for Teachers in 202517 Aug 202500:22:25

We’ve all been swept up by the hype that has come in the wake of the creation of generative AI (aka GenAI) systems. Back in 2023, when ChatGPT was launched, its capability was limited to text generation, spell checking and rudimentary admin work. Now, however, the form factors of GenAI come in so many shapes and sizes. People are using AI to create slide presentations, images and videos, to record meeting notes, to generate complex documents such as spreadsheets and academic papers and even to act as virtual therapists. In today's episode, I outline my favourite three GenAI apps for teachers in 2025.

#139: The Truth About Doing Group Projects With High School Students15 Jul 202500:20:24

As teachers, we're often drawn to the idea of incorporating group work and group projects into our lessons. After all, when done well, collaborative tasks can boost learning, enhance retention, and strengthen peer relationships. But here's the catch: group work only works when it's structured properly. In today's podcast episode, I reveal the cold, hard truth about what many teachers are getting wrong with group assignments, and how to fix it.

#138: Does the Gender Gap in Education Really Exist?05 Jul 202500:31:03

As a teacher who’s worked with students across a range of schools and contexts, I often hear colleagues say, “The gender gap? Isn’t that old news?” At first glance, that might seem fair. After all, in many parts of the world, girls are now outperforming boys academically. But when you take a closer look, a much more complex picture emerges.



#gendergap #teaching #edchat #richardjamesrogers

#137: How to Discuss War and Conflict with High School Students23 Jun 202500:28:49

In this episode, I share practical strategies for discussing war and conflict with high school students, especially in light of current global events such as the escalating situation involving Iran. Drawing on my experience as a teacher and author, I explore how to answer sensitive questions, maintain professional distance, and create a safe space for respectful dialogue. Whether you teach history, science, or any other subject, this episode offers clear guidance on how to support your students through difficult conversations.


#136: Equity vs Equality in Education: What I’ve Learned from the Front Lines09 Jun 202500:20:04

Like many early-career educators, I believed that equality, which means giving all students the same tasks, the same resources, and the same deadlines, was the fairest way to teach. However, time and experience taught me that equity, not equality, is what truly transforms learning. It involves giving each student what they need to succeed. Sometimes that means providing different forms of support to different learners.


#135: Using Generative AI as a Teaching Assistant25 May 202500:21:17

I’ll admit it: I was skeptical at first. When I first heard about teachers using AI like ChatGPT to help in the classroom, I imagined some robotic voice taking over my lessons while I stood awkwardly in the corner. But after giving it a try for a while, I can honestly say this: Generative AI has become one of my most useful classroom assistants, and I don’t even need to buy it coffee.


#134: 10 Tips to Help High School Students Achieve High Performance27 Apr 202500:23:18

Success in high school is not just about hard work: it’s about working smart, using proven strategies that boost learning, memory, and motivation. In today's episode I describe 10 powerful tips, distilled from years of classroom experience and research-backed methods, to help students achieve their full potential.


#133: AI Dolls and Adolescence: My Take on Things19 Apr 202500:26:38

In today's podcast I dive deep into two recent viral trends: AI dolls (a.k.a. the 'Barbie Box' trend) and the Netflix mini-series, Adolescence. I describe what teachers can take from these issues, and how teachers can use AI to their advantage in 2025 and beyond.


#132: How Interleaving Works: Universal Strategies for Secondary School Classroom Practice13 Mar 202500:25:01

In my twenty years of teaching, I’ve come across numerous pedagogical techniques designed to boost student learning, but few have been as transformative as interleaving. This technique, backed by cognitive science, has the power to enhance long-term retention and application of knowledge: yet it remains underutilised in many secondary school classrooms. Today, I want to explore generalisable rules for interleaving (a structured approach that any secondary school teacher can apply) and one that, to my knowledge, has never been formally outlined before. 


  • Accompanying blog post: https://richardjamesrogers.com/2025/03/09/how-interleaving-works-universal-strategies-for-secondary-school-classroom-practice/
  • Check out my award-winning book for teachers, The Quick Guide to Classroom Management?: 45 Secrets That All High School Teachers Need to Know, here: https://www.amazon.com/Quick-Guide-Classroom-Management-Teachers-dp-B08VCQPF2L/dp/B08VCQPF2L/ref=dp_ob_title_bk
  • Bjork, E. L., & Bjork, R. A. (2011). Making things hard on yourself, but in a good way: Creating desirable difficulties to enhance learning. Psychology and the Real World: Essays Illustrating Fundamental Contributions to Society, 56-64.
  • Pan, S. C., Tajran, J., Lovelett, J., Osuna, J., & Rickard, T. C. (2019). Does interleaved practice enhance foreign language learning? The effects of training schedule on vocabulary learning. Journal of Educational Psychology, 111(8), 1172–1181.
  • Rohrer, D., & Taylor, K. (2007). The shuffling of mathematics problems improves learning. Instructional Science, 35(6), 481-498.
  • Keep, B. (2022) ‘The spaced practice effect: what it is and how to leverage it’, Benjamin Keep, 15 December. Available at: https://www.benjaminkeep.com/the-spaced-practice-effect-what-it-is-and-how-to-leverage-it/ (Accessed: 9 March 2025).
  • Rogers, R. (2022) ‘Deep learning vs surface learning’, Richard James Rogers, 24 May. Available at: https://richardjamesrogers.com/2022/05/24/deep-learning-vs-surface-learning/ (Accessed: 9 March 2025).
#131: Responding Thoughtfully When Students Ask About Controversial Topics: The Example of Bonnie Blue05 Mar 202500:19:05

When students unexpectedly bring up sensitive or controversial topics in class—such as questions about Bonnie Blue (a British adult content creator who recently became wildly infamous due to provocative activities and public notoriety), or other ignominious public figures, such as Andrew Tate—teachers may feel unprepared. How should we respond when children ask about such material?



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#130: Starting Out as an SLT Member: What I Learned from the Experts18 Feb 202500:23:08

Stepping into a senior leadership team (SLT) role for the first time can be both exhilarating and daunting. Recently, I was appointed as the Acting Head of Secondary at an international school in Thailand, and to gain deeper insights into the role, I reached out to SLT members in other schools for their best advice. Their responses provided me with invaluable lessons that I am now applying in my leadership journey.


#129: Building a Thriving School Community – Practical Tips for Teachers & Leaders08 Feb 202500:24:48

Joining the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) has given me a fresh perspective on the many interconnected elements that shape a positive school community. In this episode, I share key insights and practical strategies for teachers, middle managers, SLT members, and other stakeholders to collaborate effectively and foster a strong sense of belonging among students. Whether you're looking to strengthen relationships, boost school culture, or enhance student engagement, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you create a thriving learning environment.


#128: The One Piece of Advice I Would Give to a Trainee Teacher28 Jan 202500:13:01

Imagine mentoring a trainee teacher who’s eager to become the best educator they can be but feels unsure of where to start. If you could offer just ONE piece of advice to guide them, what would it be? Tune in today to hear my perspective on this important question!

#127: How I Use SEL in My High School Lessons (And How You Can Too!)14 Dec 202400:34:35

In my classroom, SEL forms an integral part of each lesson’s structure and delivery, and today I’m sharing ten practical ways you can integrate it into your teaching too!

#126: How to Effectively Source and Organise Resources as a Teacher02 Nov 202400:25:28

One massive part of the work we do as teachers is the finding, storing and organising of resources for use in our lessons. These could be worksheets, slides, exam papers, tools to help with reporting, learning games, and a whole array other valuable items. It takes a while, however, for teachers to learn how to manage all of this in a way that is efficient - so that precious time is not wasted re-finding resources, or doing things from scratch (again). In today's episode, I delve into the techniques and systems I use, and have used, to successfully organise all of my resources (paper-based, physical and digital).


#125: How to Handle Awkward Conversations with Your Teaching Colleagues23 Oct 202400:34:43

From time to time you may find yourself in a situation in which you must have a delicate conversation with one, or more, of your teaching colleagues. Sometimes this can happen when you least expect it, and a colleague chooses to divulge something (or rant) to you. Sometimes such conversations arise due to a cascade of unavoidable (and, sometimes, avoidable) events. How do we navigate such conversations in a professional manner? Find out, in this episode!


#124: Introducing the Basic Lesson Structure (BLS)12 Oct 202400:31:37

Is it possible to apply a consistent structure to every lesson we teach, whilst still retaining our creative freedom as teachers? I believe so. That's why I've created the Basic Lesson Structure (BLS), which can be applied to any lesson, at any level.


#123: 10 Rookie Blunders New High School Teachers Make (and How to Avoid Them!)05 Oct 202400:42:52

Starting your teaching career is an exciting adventure, but it can also feel overwhelming. When I first starting teaching high school science back in 2005, for example, I soon found myself struggling to succeed at (what I see today as) basic tasks, such as marking, lesson planning and managing behaviour. So many aspects of the job were completely new to me, despite the limited teaching experience I gained from the Army Cadet Force as a teenager. The reassuring news is that every teacher makes mistakes – it’s part of the learning process. To give you a head start, I will describe ten of the most common rookie blunders new high school teachers make (and, that I have made at some point on my journey!), along with some friendly advice on how to avoid them!


#122: What is Dual Coding?04 Sep 202400:23:54

As educators, we’re always on the lookout for strategies that can enhance our students’ understanding and retention of information. One such strategy that has gained significant attention in recent years is dual coding. But what exactly is dual coding, and how can it be applied in our classrooms to make a tangible difference? Drawing from my own experiences since I started teaching Science and Maths in 2006, let’s dive into the concept and its practical application.


#121: Maintaining Professional Distance as a High School Teacher - Ten Essential Guidelines25 Aug 202400:32:46

As teachers, we often form strong connections with our students as we guide them on their learning journeys. This can be incredibly rewarding for us – we gain much joy from helping our students to improve. However, it’s essential to maintain a professional distance to ensure that our relationships with students remain appropriate and conducive to learning. The ten guidelines explored in this episode have been adapted from research by Willing and Haney (1994). They provide a framework for maintaining this balance. Please note that William and Haney’s research was aimed at ABE (Adult Basic Education) teachers, so I have attempted to back-extrapolate the guidance to cover high-school teaching.


#120: Three Ways to Boost Your Classroom Confidence as a Teacher12 Jul 202400:34:12

Demonstrating confidence in the classroom is the cornerstone of any effective lesson you will deliver. When we, as teachers, are confident, then that naturally builds a sense of confidence that the students will have in our abilities. Our lessons are also more engaging, more organized and more effective when we are confident. In today's episode I describe three ways in which we, as teachers, can boost our classroom confidence.


#119: Is it Acceptable for Teachers to Use Dating Apps?14 Jun 202400:33:13

Is it acceptable for a teacher to have a dating profile? After all, recent statistics by the Pew Research Centre found that in 2023, 53% of singles who were actively seeking relationships had some kind of online dating profile. What is acceptable conduct when it comes to dating app usage by teachers? How can we, as teachers, protect ourselves from unwanted attention and complaints when using dating apps? I aim to answer these questions, and more, in this podcast episode.

#118: The 7 Golden Rules of Communication for Online Meetings23 Apr 202400:24:10

Even as far back as 2020, during the height of the pandemic, research was being conducted on the effectiveness of video conferencing in education, and some such research concluded that online meetings would remain popular long-after the pandemic was over. My personal experiences have certainly mirrored these predictions – tutoring has moved mostly online, online meetings are still being used by many schools for parent-teacher conferences and schools still find that an online meeting is the most convenient way to bring everyone together efficiently, even if everyone is in the same building! Some schools are still using online meetings for assemblies too – an efficient approach as all of the students can remain in their classrooms and simply ‘enjoy the show’ on the classroom smart board or projector.


#117: The Top Five Mistakes That Trainee High School Teachers Are Making15 Apr 202400:37:11

Anyone who is new to the teaching profession is bound to make mistakes. There’s so much to learn and so much is at stake: the future careers of young people are literally in your hands. The pressure can be overwhelming at times, and this can cause trainees to panic. Relax! This podcast episode was made for you!


  • If you have a topic request, or if you would like to contact me, then email info@richardjamesrogers.com
#116: Strategies for Engaging Quiet, Shy and Withdrawn Students31 Mar 202400:26:15

Students who are quiet in class are often the ones who are most overlooked by educators. They tend to be compliant; they rarely (if ever) ask questions; they turn in their homework on time and generally just get on with things. One could be forgiven for thinking of such learners as the ‘perfect’ students. This is, however, quite a narrowly focused viewpoint and stance to take. Such students may be well behaved, but how can we be sure that they have understood the content we have delivered in a lesson (aside from formally assessing them)? Additionally, how are we, as educators, helping our quiet and withdrawn students to develop their self-confidence and key skills, such as public speaking, teamwork and problem-solving?


#115: Tackling Bullying in High Schools - Strategies for Teachers and School Leaders to Consider24 Mar 202400:19:13

Bullying continues to be an issue for so many schools. A simple Google search reveals daily news stories of student violence and incidents of extreme intimidation happening in countries all over the world. In today's podcast episode, I describe some simple and effective ways that schools can proactively tackle bullying, as well as prevent it from happening in the first place.


#114: What is Scrum and How Can it be Used in High Schools?17 Mar 202400:21:40

As a newly designated Certified ScrumMaster®, I thought it would be appropriate for me to share my newly acquired knowledge with my listeners - with a particular emphasis on how Scrum can be utilised in the high school classroom, and when managing teams of high school teachers. Scrum is a hugely popular Agile Project Management technique that is most commonly associated with boardrooms, not classrooms! Today I aim to explain why Scrum is an excellent framework for use with any school projects, and how the logistics of the system work.


#113: How to Handle Frustration as a Teacher05 Mar 202400:31:24

Teacher stress levels are at an all-time high globally, and things seem set to get worse as teacher shortages show no sign of receding. Whether it's a behaviour management issue we must deal with, an inflammatory email to digest, or a conflict with a colleague to resolve; we MUST always respond professionally - and that rule applies to any situation that causes us frustration. In today's podcast episode, I'll provide you with a very useful framework ('The Four S's') which have helped me to resolve issues in a calm and collected manner over the years. Enjoy!









#112: Online Tutoring - A Lucrative Side-Hustle for Teachers in The Post-COVID Era23 Feb 202400:26:30

Teachers have been earning extra cash on the side from private tutoring for centuries. What's new in this space, however, is how widely accepted online tutoring has become post-COVID. In today's episode, I'll explain why online tutoring can be more favorable than face-to-face tutoring for teachers, as well as some top tips on how to get it right every time!


#111: Kahoot Encourages Apathy (Apparently!)11 Feb 202400:09:06

Do you believe that Kahoot "lacks purpose" and encourages "apathy"? What about other live quiz apps - do they still have place in the post-pandemic classroom? Listen to my thoughts on this issue in today's episode.


  • Accompanying blog post [5 Awesome Live Quiz Apps You Can Use in The Classroom]: https://richardjamesrogers.com/2022/02/22/5-awesome-live-quiz-apps-you-can-use-in-the-classroom/
#110: Tips for Enabling High-Quality Student-Led Presentations in Your Classroom28 Jan 202400:24:16

Public speaking and presentation skills are already in high demand in the workplace, and this demand seems set to increase as we enter 2024 and beyond as soft skills (irreplaceable by AI) become harder to acquire in the workforce. When our students present their research findings or knowledge to the class, they develop and enrich their understanding and they acquire key skills along the way.


#109: How to Improve Your Efficiency When Marking Work by Hand21 Jan 202400:22:27

Sometimes we cannot use peer or self-assessment methods to provide feedback, and we must mark our students' work the old-fashioned way: by hand. This is particularly true for high-stakes assessments, such as end-of-year tests. In today's podcast episode I explore seven ways in which we, as teachers, can improve our efficiency when marking work by hand.


  • Check out my blog for teachers at https://richardjamesrogers.com/
  • Check out my award-winning book for teachers, The Quick Guide to Classroom Management: 45 Secrets That All High School Teachers Need to Know, at https://www.amazon.com/dp/1505701945/
#108: Introducing The P.O.W.E.R. Method of Retrieval Practice14 Jan 202400:22:55

Unless you’ve been hiding in cave for the past five years, it’s highly likely that you have heard the phrase ‘retrieval practice’ being bandied about multiple times at educational seminars, Professional Development workshops and even in the departmental meetings you’ve attended at school. It’s one of those areas of pedagogy that has gotten educators excited due it’s evidence-based effectiveness, as well it’s inclusion, affirmation and promotion of metacognitive strategies (another hot topic in education). In today’s podcast episode I provide my listeners with the following:

  • A simple, understandable description of what retrieval practice is
  • A handy acronym (P.O.W.E.R.) that we can all use to remember the stages we need to follow as teachers when carrying out retrieval practice with our students
  • Some ideas on techniques and activities we can use in the classroom to facilitate good retrieval practice


  1. Check out my award-winning book for teachers, 'The Quick Guide to Classroom Management: 45 Secrets That All High School Teachers Need to Know, at https://www.amazon.com/dp/1505701945/
  2. Check out the blog post that accompanies this podcast episode at https://richardjamesrogers.com/2024/01/14/introducing-the-p-o-w-e-r-method-of-retrieval-practice/



#107: How to Maintain Your Energy Levels as a Teacher07 Jan 202400:17:22

In the classroom, we are expected to be entertainers, facilitators and imparters of knowledge. This requires high amounts of energy on our part, every single day. Maintaining energy levels is no easy task for a teacher - it involves dealing with challenges outside of school, along with the facing the obstacles that present themselves inside the classroom. Being a high-energy teacher requires a whole-life overhaul, and this podcast episode I'll tell you exactly how to make it happen!


  • Check out my blog for teachers at https://richardjamesrogers.com/
  • Check out my award-winning book for high-school teachers, The Quick Guide to Classroom Management, at https://www.amazon.com/Quick-Guide-Classroom-Management-Teachers-dp-B08VCQPF2L/dp/B08VCQPF2L/
#106: What Is Design Thinking, and How Can It Be Used in Classroom Teaching?02 Jan 202400:23:31

In the rapidly evolving landscape of education, traditional teaching methods are being reshaped by innovative approaches that prioritize creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration. One such methodology gaining traction is Design Thinking. Originally conceived in the realm of product design, Design Thinking has found its way into education, offering a dynamic framework for educators to foster critical thinking and innovation among students. In this podcast episode, we will explore what Design Thinking is and how it can be effectively applied in classroom teaching.


#105: Assessment For, As & Of Learning: A Guide for Teachers24 Nov 202300:24:18

As we embark on our noble journey of shaping young minds and fostering a love for learning, it's crucial to navigate the realm of assessments with a clear understanding of the three fundamental pillars: Assessment for Learning (AFL), Assessment of Learning (AOL), and Assessment as Learning (AAL). These three components not only guide our teaching practices but also play a pivotal role in student growth and achievement.


#104: Mistakes Teachers Are Making With Slide Presentations06 Nov 202300:18:22

Slides are here to stay – that’s undeniable, so let’s discover the common mistakes teachers are making when utilizing them (note to listener – I have made ALL of the mistakes I’m about to mention at some point or another in my career, so I’m a real expert on this topic!).


#103: Spooktacular Fun - 10 Halloween Activity Ideas for High School Teachers24 Oct 202300:14:54

Boo! Halloween is right around the corner, and it’s time to bring some spooktacular fun into your high school classroom. Whether you’re a seasoned educator or a fresh-faced teacher, these ten Halloween activity ideas will help you create memorable, engaging, and educational experiences for your students. So, put on your witch’s hat, grab a handful of candy corn, and let’s get started!


#102: How to Provide Feedback on Tests and Assessments14 Oct 202300:19:34

Tests and assessments provide students with great opportunities to acquire useful practice and training for the final exams. In today's episode, I will describe some ways in which teachers can provide high-quality feedback on exam-style questions.


  • Check out my blog for teachers: https://richardjamesrogers.com/
  • Check out my award-winning book for high-school teachers: The Quick Guide to Classroom Management at https://www.amazon.com/dp/1505701945/
#101: On Inquiry-Based Learning08 Oct 202300:22:20

Inquiry-based learning offers a dynamic and engaging educational approach that fosters critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a deep understanding of subject matter. By encouraging students to actively explore topics, formulate questions, and seek answers through investigation, this methodology promotes a sense of curiosity and ownership over the learning process. Through inquiry, students develop the ability to analyze information, draw connections, and think independently, preparing them for the complexities of the real world. Furthermore, this method nurtures a collaborative learning environment, as students often work together to solve problems and share their findings. Inquiry-based learning not only enhances retention and comprehension but also cultivates a lifelong love of learning, empowering individuals to approach challenges with curiosity and adaptability. In today's rapidly evolving world, where information is abundant and ever-changing, the skills acquired through inquiry-based learning are invaluable for preparing students to navigate and contribute meaningfully to a knowledge-driven society.


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