Thinking Pathways Podcast

Welcome to the Thinking Pathways Podcast. An educational podcast for teachers and leaders hosted by Alice Vigors. A current teacher, leader, author and advocate for high quality student learning opportunities informed by research.

​Join Alice as she shares ways to leverage the evidence and put it into practice in the classroom in order to maximise the learning outcomes for all students.

Teacher Takeaway Podcast

I co-host an educational podcast with three fellow Australian educators called the Teacher Takeaway Podcast. 

The purpose of the podcast is to provide educators with practical takeaway ideas to implement within their classroom or school setting. We discuss a range of educational topics and have spoken with a number of inspirational educators from around the world. 

Podcast Appearances

Teachcast Podcast - 2024
This week, we are joined by Alice Vigors, a relieving principal in a NSW public school with 15 years of experience in education. On the couch, Alice shares her professional journey into leadership roles with the NSW Department of Education and how she has pursued other passion projects including @thinkingpathways.
In this episode we dive into the power of inquiry-based learning by exploring how it can foster creativity, critical thinking and collaboration in the classroom. Alice gives practical advice on how she implements this approach to challenge student learning, encourage questions and develop problem-solving skills. Get ready to bolster your teacher toolkit as we explore ‘See, Think, Wonder’, an inquiry-based thinking routine which can help inspire curiosity and deepen students’ understanding of the content they are learning.
But what impact can it have? Alice reminisces on the rewarding outcomes that she has witnessed in students who can question content and engage in higher-level thinking in real-world situations. It is through her work as a teacher and leader in a NSW public school and with @thinkingpathways that Alice hopes to inspire other educators to embrace the same practices that have shaped her teaching career.
Other topics we cover that you don’t want to miss – teaching in regional/rural NSW as well as advice for beginning teachers on professional learning and progressing into leadership roles.
Let's Get Schooled Podcast - 2023
​Alice Vigors is a dedicated and passionate Assistant Principal Curriculum and Instruction, who uses her creativity, innovation and dedication to inspire others and build their capacity to make a positive difference to the education of all students. She has been a teacher and leader for more than 13 years, working in both the NSW Public and Catholic education systems. She is the author of the Thinking Classroom and co-host of the Teacher Takeaway podcast.

In this episode, find out about Alice’s journey into Education and her book ‘The Thinking Classroom’. She takles the questions:
  • What is critical and creative thinking and how do we facilitate this in the classroom?
  • Using ’Thinking Routines’
  • How can we use inquiry in our classroom if our school doesn’t follow an ‘inquiry’ model
  • Misconceptions about inquiry - It doesn’t have to be either/or
  • Where does feedback sit within the inquiry cycle?
  • Where to go to learn more about the inquiry process.
  • New tips for Teachers
The Art of Teaching Podcast - 2023
​Alice Vigors is an inspiring educator who has a passion for sharing her knowledge and skills with other educators around the globe. Her enthusiasm for education and improving the educational outcomes of all students are sought after and admired by her peers.

In this interview, we talk about her new book “The Thinking Classroom.” In the book, she argues that developing the critical and creative thinking skills of students in our classrooms is a necessary culture that all teachers should foster. Not only does it underpin the syllabus outcomes and content indicators, but the ability to think critically and creatively, and to articulate that thinking to others, is a hugely valuable skill in today’s world.
Teacher Takeaway Podcast - 2022
Writing a book is a big achievement and the Teacher Takeaway Podcast is so proud of their own, Alice Vigors, for writing and publishing a book to support teachers and leaders. 

In Season 2, episode 32, host James Gray from the Teacher Takeaway Podcast talks with co-host Alice Vigors about the release of her new book The Thinking Classroom: supporting educators to embed critical and creative thinking , including:
  • What inspired you to write the book?
  • Insights into the book
  • What did you learn when writing the book?
  • What surprised you the most?
  • What can teachers expect to get out of the book?
  • How can we purchase the book?
Inspiration, Influence & Impact, The Podcast - 2022
​My guest this episode, Alice Vigors, shares her passion for creating a culture of thinking, visible learning and inquiry in teaching, leading and learning, and discusses the inspiration and influences that have helped fuel the fire on her journey. She also talks about her belief that all students should be known, valued and cared for in our schools; and that the teachers in our school are our greatest resource.  Alice Vigors is a dedicated and passionate assistant principal: curriculum and instruction, who uses her creativity, innovation and dedication to inspire others and build their capacity to make a positive difference to the education of all students. She has been a teacher and leader for 14 years, working in both the NSW Public and Catholic education systems. Alice has developed a website, blog and professional learning network called ‘Thinking Pathways’, a resource and information hub for sharing her knowledge and examples of classroom practice around the explicit teaching and scaffolding of critical and creative thinking 
skills, the implementation of visible learning practices and understanding the role of inquiry learning in teaching, learning and leading.  Alice launched and co-hosts an educational podcast in March 2021 called the ‘Teacher Takeaway’ podcast to provide educators with practical takeaway ideas across a range of educational topics with three other prominent educational leaders. Alice has just written a book called the ‘Thinking Classroom: supporting educators to embed critical and creative thinking’ which is being released on the 26th October 2022.
Cold Coffee, No Gluesticks Podcast - 2021
Alice Vigors (Teacher Takeaway Podcast) joins me to chat about teaching after becoming a parent, the importance of Marigolds, and what you should be getting your child's teacher for Christmas this year!This episode is sponsored by The Good Village, the latest in student-led HPE teaching and learning, brought to you by Nestle in collaboration with the Australian Institute of Sport. Visit N4HK.com.au to get the most engaging, cross-curricular HPE program for Australian Primary Students!
Teacher's Education Review - 2021
Main Features: Professor Manu Kapur discusses his research into Productive Failure and its impact on student learning; Teacher Takeaway Podcast, Cameron speaks with the teachers behind the Teacher Takeaway Podcast about their podcasting journey.
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