Coffee and Whiteboard Markers
From the front lines of the classroom Myles O'Kane talks all things teaching in these weekly episodes. Hosted from Australia, this podcast dives into the highs, lows, and everything in between when it comes to teaching. Whether you're a new teacher finding your feet or a seasoned educator looking for fresh ideas, we've got you covered. Tune in and let's make a difference—one lesson at a time!
Episodes
58 episodes
Episode 58: Teaching and Mental Health
In this episode, I dive into the complex relationship between teaching and mental health. Educators face unique challenges—balancing heavy workloads, emotional demands, and often limited resources—all of which can take a toll on their mental we...
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Episode 58
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Episode 57: Gamification In Education
In this episode, I take a look at gamification in education.Now, if you’re picturing students glued to video games or running around in chaos — hold that thought. Gamification isn’t about turning your classroom into an arcade. I...
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Episode 57
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Episode 56: How to create a productive classroom environment
A productive classroom environment isn't just about silence or control—it's about creating a space where students feel safe, motivated, and empowered to learn. In this episode, I explore what it takes to create such an environment for your stud...
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Episode 56
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Episode 55: From Teacher to Mentor. Guiding the next generation of teachers.
This episode focuses on mentorship in education. We will examine that journey, why it matters, and how experienced teachers can support their peers without adding more to their full plates. Like always, thanks for listening!
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Episode 55
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Episode 54: Will artificial intelligence replace teachers in classrooms by 2035??
I am not going to lie. I have debated this for the last few years! In this episode, I investigate whether AI will replace teachers within the next 10 years. Song in introduction: Loudmouth - Artist = Mantra S...
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Episode 54
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Episode 53: How teachers can make a difference beyond the classroom.
In this episode, I focus on how teachers educate and truly make a difference in the classroom for their students.Song in introduction: Loudmouth - Artist = Mantra SOCIAL MEDIA UP AND RUNNING NOW!!!
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Episode 52: My thoughts on student behaviour these days
In this episode, I compare and contrast student behavior from when I first started teaching in 2009 to today. I examine the differences, challenges, and possible solutions to working with students. Like always, thanks for liste...
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Episode 52
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Episode 51: Time Management For Teachers
In this episode, I discuss practical time management tips for teachers to help you balance teaching, marking, parent contact, and well-being. Like always, thanks for listening, and I look forward to taking you all along for the ride...
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Episode 51
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Episode 50: Stratagies for engaging disengaged students
Every teacher has encountered students who seem uninterested, unmotivated, or even resistant to learning. But why does this happen, and what can we do about it?In this episode, I take a look at strategies that can be used to renegade the...
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Episode 50
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Episode 49 Teaching Boys In Education
In this episode, I take a look at what it is like teaching boys in the high school setting these days. Challenges, strategies that work, and my reflection over the years on how things have changed. Like always, thanks for listening,...
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Episode 49
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Episode 48: What teachers wish students knew!
Planning, resourcing, differentiating, well-being the list goes on. Sometimes, we wish, as teachers, students just understood why we do it! Like always thanks for listening! Opening song: Loudmouth - Artist Man...
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Episode 47: Positive Behaviour Systems in Schools
In this episode, I focus on PBS in schools. What works, what are the obstacles in the way, and how can we get the most out of the system at a whole school level? Like always, thanks for listening. Opening song: Loudmouth...
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Episode 47
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Episode 46: What seperates quailty teachers from the rest
In this episode I take a look at the charactersitics that seperates quaility teachers from the rest. Like always thanks for listening and look forward to the ride. Opening song: Loudmouth - song and lyrics by ...
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Episode 46
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Episode 45 Welcome to 2025!
First episode for 2025 and it is good to be back! In this episode, I take a look at my goals, plans and dream scenarios for teaching this year. Like always thanks for listening and looking forward to the ride.
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Episode 45
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Episode 44: End Of Year Craziness
Final episode for 2024! We appreicate all your support this far. The fellas will be back at it early 2025.
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Episode 44
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18:43
Episode 43: These Generation Z Students Are Built Different
In this episode, we dive into what it is like to teach Generation Z students. Their learning characteristics, what works in the classroom, and what should be avoided. Like always, thanks for listening.
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Episode 43
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20:55
Episode 42 Teacher Burnout
In this episode, we discuss Teacher burnout. What it looks like, how to manage it, and how to get the best for your teaching. Like always, thanks for listening, and we look forward to taking you all along for the ride.
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Episode 42
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24:45
Episode 41 How To Be A Memorable Teacher
In this episode, the fellas talk about what it takes to be a memorable teacher and have a lasting impact on your students. Thanks for listening and we look forward to taking you all along for the ride.
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Episode 41
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21:59
Episode 40 Common fears VS the reality of the first year in the classroom
Everyone fears what the classroom will be like before they start teaching. We definitely did! In this episode, the fellas discuss and break down common fears and the actual reality faced in the first year of teaching. ...
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Episode 40
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Episode 39: Trends in teaching in the last 5 years
In this episode, the fellas look at the trends that have emerged in teaching over the last five years. Like always thanks for listening and we look forward to taking you all along for the ride.
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Episode 39
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24:04
Episode 38: Things only teachers would understand
We apologise in advance for the sound quality of this episode! We promise to do better in the next episodes!Like always, thanks for listening, and we look forward to taking you all along for the ride!
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Episode 38
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23:56
Episode 37 Avoid Making These Mistakes in Teaching
You have to make mistakes to learn, but sometimes people have already been there and done that, so there is no need to commit yourself. In this episode, Myles and Sean talk about common mistakes in teaching and what to avoid. Thank...
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Episode 37
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Episode 36 Jody steps away for a few weeks. We introduce our new Cohost
Introducing Sean Brentall, our new Cohost, to cover Jody in his absence. Sean has nearly two decades of experience in the teaching game. Tune in for Sean's breakdown of his teaching career so far!Like always thanks for listening and we ...
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Episode 36
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