As teachers, we’re always looking for ways to stay inspired, motivated, and informed. Whether you’re enjoying a quiet moment at home, commuting to work, or taking a break during the school year, podcasts are an excellent way to tap into a wealth of ideas, insights, and encouragement tailored specifically for educators.
I never imagined that I would come to prefer podcasts over music, but here I am! I used to wonder how my husband could listen to talk radio in the car on his way to and from work and now podcasts are my “go to” LOL.
Why Podcasts are Beneficial for Teachers
- Convenient: Listen anywhere, anytime
- Informative: Learn from experts, stay updated on best practices, research, and innovative strategies
- Inspirational: Reignite your passion for teaching and learning. Gain new ideas and perspectives to bring into your classroom.
- Community-driven: Feel connected to a broader community of educators sharing similar challenges and successes.
Here are some of my favorite educational podcasts, along with recommendations from fellow educators. If you have any to add to the list, please leave a comment or get in touch! Happy listening!
Top Educational Podcasts for Early Elementary Teachers
- Melissa & Lori Love Literacy: Hosted by two passionate educators, this podcast delves into the science of reading and effective literacy practices. Melissa and Lori share strategies, resources, and interviews with literacy experts to help teachers improve reading instruction.
- EdView360: This podcast focuses on best practices and innovative strategies in education. It features interviews with experts and thought leaders who share insights on improving teaching and learning outcomes across various grade levels.
- Teachers Off Duty: Hosted by real teachers, this podcast shares funny, heartfelt, and insightful stories from the classroom. It offers a mix of humor and practical advice, making it a relatable and enjoyable listen for educators.
- For the Love of Literacy: Focused on literacy education, this podcast offers insights into teaching reading and writing to young children. It includes interviews with literacy experts and practical strategies for the classroom.
- Beginning Teacher Talk: Kid-tested classroom management techniques, organizational strategies, creative ways to motivate your students, how to work with colleagues, seasonal gems, and how to de-stress and eliminate the overwhelm that too often accompanies your first years of teaching.
- Literacy Talks: A podcast dedicated to all things literacy, offering educators discussions on effective reading and writing instruction. It provides practical tips and resources to enhance literacy teaching in the classroom.
- Science of Reading: This podcast explores the research behind effective reading instruction. It features discussions with leading experts in the field, providing evidence-based strategies for teaching reading to young learners.
Podcasts are a versatile and enriching resource for teachers, providing continuous learning and inspiration. Whether you’re a seasoned educator or just starting your teaching journey, there’s a podcast out there to support and motivate you.
I hope this podcast list was helpful. Some non-teaching ones that are daily listens of mine are any & all of the Dirty Mo Media podcasts (huge NASCAR fan) and Joyce Meyer for inspiration.
Happy listening!
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