🎙️ That Teaching Pod - Oracy - Part 1 - Georgie Ross

Описание: Unlock the transformative power of oracy — the foundational skill that links communication, confidence, and future success. Despite its crucial role, why do so many schools and teachers overlook it? And what big differences can this overlooked skill make in your students’ lives?
In this episode, Georgie Ross, a passionate oracy advocate with over 24 years of teaching experience, reveals how the decline in classroom talk is holding students back — and how a simple shift in approach can significantly elevate their speaking, listening, and thinking skills. Georgie shares real insights on why oracy has been sidelined for so long, the importance of high-quality talk over mere chatter, and how teacher training can finally catch up.

You’ll discover:
-Practical classroom routines to foster an oracy culture, such as think-pair-share and structured debates

-Why listening is just as vital as speaking, and how to teach students to truly listen, not just wait to respond

-The role of adult modelling in developing confident communicators

-How to start small: conduct an effective talk audit in your school before making sweeping changes
The importance of developing oracy across the entire student journey, from EY to beyond secondary school, connecting speech skills directly to life and career readiness.

Failing to prioritise oracy risks leaving students unprepared for a world that values clarity, collaboration, and debate. But by embedding these skills systematically, teachers have the power to unlock student potential, confidence, and future opportunities.

Perfect for teachers, school leaders, and parents committed to creating more articulate, confident learners. Georgie Ross, an expert in transformative talk and communication skills, shares no-nonsense strategies that make a lasting impact — because improved oracy equals improved lives.
Join us to see how small, consistent steps can turn classroom speech into a powerful learning tool. This episode is your gateway to fostering genuine conversation — a skill that shapes critical thinkers, resilient individuals, and effective communicators for life.

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