The Joyful Learner

"Wired for Connection" with Dr. Jody Carrington

In the launch of season 2 for #thejoyfullearnerpodcast we engage in a spirited conversation with Dr. Jody Carrington about how joyful learning experiences are deeply rooted in connection and hope.

Richard lost his joy; but he Found it again with Therapy & Learning . . . there is HOPE!

🟡 TRIGGER WARNING: THIS EPISODE DISCUSSES MENTAL ILLNESS & MENTAL HEALTH. PLEASE SEEK HELP IF YOU'RE STRUGGLING. HELP LINES FOR NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR ARE LISTED BELOW. 🟡 In this 5th episode of The Joyful Learner podcast, host Richard Churchill shares his story about mental illness and improving his mental health. Tune in to learn about how he began this wellness journey, which started with a phone call. Newfoundland & Labrador Mental Health Helplines: https://www.gov.nl.ca/hcs/findhealthservices/helplines/ [https://www.gov.nl.ca/hcs/findhealthservices/helplines/]

Keara Short lost track of time when learning about podcasting; it was joyful!

Keara Short, a grade 9 student, knows that learning can be joyful. She developed a love of chemistry through a video game, she embraces 'messy' learning, and she even has an example of when she lost track of time because she was so engaged in editing a podcast. This conversation is a rich example of how much students love to learn; but are we giving them the right opportunities in our schools?

Melanie Fleming believes Joyful Learning is 'Messy' Learning

In the third episode of season 1, I am joined by Melanie Fleming who is a Drama and Textiles teacher at Queen Elizabeth Regional High School in Foxtrap, Newfoundland and Labrador. We had a wonderful conversation about her pedagogical practices, but a real highlight for us was our shared passion for 'messy' learning. Are you curious about what that looks like? Sounds like? Feels like? Melanie has some answers. I hope you enjoy the conversation. You can follow Melanie on Twitter: @MFlemingQERHS

How Does Harry Potter help Terri-Lynn Morrissey Create Joyful Learning?

In the second episode of Season 1 of The Joyful Learner, I am joined by Terri-Lynn Morrisey who is a teacher at Holy Redeemer Elementary in Spaniard's Bay, Newfoundland & Labrador. We cover a lot of ground around what helps her students feel engaged and joyful in their learning, as well as what's happening when she loses track of time while learning. An awesome idea she shares is how she helps students find joy in reading with her super fun 'book tasting' day! I hope you enjoy the conversation.