At the chalk-face
At the Chalk Face is a no-nonsense podcast from Craig’n’Dave, tackling real issues in education. Expect honest chat about pedagogy, classroom practice, and what actually works — from two ex-teachers still embedded in the world of schools. Not just for computer science teachers — this one’s for every educator.
At the chalk-face
Latest Episodes
At the chalk face: Why do pupils stop enjoying computing?
At the chalk face: Why do pupils stop enjoying computing?Are students losing interest in computer science teaching? We examine the root causes of disengagement in the computing classroom.Craig and Dave, former computer ...
At the chalk face: Will AI replace coding in schools? Why coding is here to stay..
Will AI replace coding in schools? Or is programming more important than ever?In this episode of At the Chalkface, Craig and Dave dive headfirst into one of the biggest debates in computer science education right now: with AI and “vibe ...
At the chalk face: The UK social media ban debate
At the chalk face: The UK social media ban debateAI, social media, and online safety – where do we draw the line?In this episode of At the chalk face, Craig and Dave tackle one of the biggest challenges facing education, technolo...
At the chalk face: Why we left teaching
Are you thinking of leaving teaching this year? This is our story.In this honest and personal episode of At the Chalk Face, Craig and Dave share the story of why they eventually stepped away from full-time teaching after years in the pr...
At the chalk face: Are extra roles in school actually worth it?
Are extra roles in school actually worth it? - Teaching Careers ExplainedIn this episode of At The Chalk Face, we (Craig & Dave) dive into the paid and voluntary opportunities that come along in teaching — from exam marking an...