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“Although my allegiance as an Australian does lie with Craig’s rival, Ollie Lovell, I would not miss an episode of Mr Barton, especially when he says, ‘flippin heck.’ Craig always asks the questions that we are sometimes a bit shy to ask for fear of looking foolish. Does anyone else bop along to...”Read full review »
MsDaisy64 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/19/23
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“Honest, openminded, turbo energy, detailed perspective!
Challenge to non Uk listeners: abbreviations like cpd, gcse etc etc etc etc.
After more than 100 hours of fun listening from Denmark I begin to get it.”
jonasok via Apple Podcasts ·
Denmark ·
08/14/23
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“Recently I had been feeling very uninspired after 8 years of teaching and was considering leaving the profession. Almost all professional development provided by my school was of a very low quality and didn’t improving my teaching. I felt like I was actively getting worse at the job and had lost...”Read full review »
10010100101 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/27/23
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“Seriously one of the best podcasts around! The long format, the guests, the hosts - I learn and am challenged each and every time. Thank you Craig, love this work.”
Andrea Baumgartner via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/01/23
“I was slow to discover this podcast because I assumed it was very math-specific and my interest is special education. However, the interviews are deeply engaging regardless of your role in education. Craig’s interviews reveal patterns of what makes great teaching, while also showcasing the...”Read full review »
Magella's Mum via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/02/22
“Thoroughly enjoy the podcast, am not a teacher yet. But very useful, found loads of resources and tips to teach my kids at home. Yep, it calmed my nerve when I was climbing Striding Edge.”
openmindset via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/16/21
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“This year, I have listened to almost every episode during my drive to/from school and it has opened up a world of knowledge and practical tips for the classroom. I’m a relatively new teacher but someone who has switched careers and Mr Barton has been so helpful in making me begin to think like a...”Read full review »
Stalker71 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/28/21
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“I recently discovered Mr. Barton through a recommendation to read his book "How I Wish I'd Taught Maths." Now I am an avid Mr. Barton fan! This podcast is an excellent resource for math teachers who want to learn from other math teachers and researchers. I listen to it on my commute...”Read full review »
Best pastry chef via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/11/21
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“Brilliant CPD for maths teachers!”
BryanR92 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/12/21
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“This is just a wonderful podcast. The interviews are long and reflective, interesting speakers are chosen and great questions asked. An absolute asset for any maths teacher.”
Frustratedabx via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/01/21
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“I am a student maths teacher, currently undertaking my PGDE in Scotland. This podcast is so incredibly insightful, and provided me with so many talking points during my teaching placements so far. Craig’s style of delivery is so thorough and self-depreciating, that it is just so easy to listen to...”Read full review »
abcdefgh1992 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/12/20
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“This is definitely one of my favorite podcasts. Mr. Barton’s conversations with amazing teachers are enlightening, thought provoking and entertaining. I have learned immensely from him and his guests not only about math teaching but also about education in different parts of the world. Please,...”Read full review »
mrs_sever via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/07/20
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“Just about to start my PGCE / Schools Direct training year at a comprehensive school in london. I can tell This podcast is going to be a constant companion. I’ve just listened to two episodes and I’m already hooked. So many nuggets of inspiration and concrete advice and guidance. Thank you mr...”Read full review »
acuri0uslisten3r via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/23/20
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“It’s totally awesome I’m 11 and love math I’m not the best but I have to say listening to this podcast is helping me with math a lot . A few days ago my dad signed me up with kum😐n I have to say I got a good score in math, thank you sir (I have to say I have not got a lot of full stops my teacher...”Read full review »
AjA🤟🏿😉😉😂😂 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/31/20
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“I am 11 and I love this. My mum is a maths teacher and has listened to you forever and I started. I love seeing the different side of things and I love that it is child friendly . I started listening to u about a year ago and u have only changed for the better. I ly”
Fluffi xox via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/30/20
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“The enthusiasm and dedication to maths education portrayed in Mr Barton’s podcasts is contagious. It is a wonderful source of information about current trends and research which will help teachers understand and validate their work at classroom level, and also offer many other links to challenge...”Read full review »
pakaaj via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/01/20
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“I find these a great form of CPD as I can stick my headphones in and listen when I’m taking care of my son during lockdown. Usually I would listen during my long commute to work. So good when you need to multi-task.”
Jay stu via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/19/20
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“Craig Barton's websites and podcast have been incredibly influential for me as an NQT. I am in my second year of teaching and, not finding the guidance I need at school, the interviews on this podcast have served as my digital mentors.
I love the way in which the podcast makes research and...”Read full review »
Ingrid Pienaar via Apple Podcasts ·
South Africa ·
06/18/20
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“I just love this podcast. I discovered it a while back but have been catching up with many more episodes during lockdown. Although I am not a maths teacher (fortunately for my students), there are a large number of episodes that have a lot to offer any teacher. I wish I could find an similarly...”Read full review »
Lizelmo via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/07/20
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“I now look forward to my drive to work because I get an opportunity to listen to more insight from Mr Barton and whoever he is interviewing! It inspires me for the day ahead and is changing the way that I teach. Even though the episodes are long, the way that they are broken up with questions...”Read full review »
sjos3 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/11/20
“There are so many useful nuggets of info here - each episode runs to around 2hrs and there's no fluff. Discussions around maths, ideas around teaching and learning, issues around exams and studies, these are the key elements of Mr Barton's podcasts.”Read full review »
Charlie Boy 02 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/28/20
“This is an amazing podcast for teachers - K-12 and beyond - or those who have an interest in learning - to dive into. Really long, in-depth episodes (2 hours+ is norm) with all the major cognitive science researchers and thoughtful “chalkface” practitioners in the areas of memory, Cognitive Load...”Read full review »
spin911 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/24/20
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“I am a maths teacher and tutor of over forty years and can’t believe how much I’ve learned from these. How did I manage before and yet as so many others have said I didn’t think I was doing too bad a job!”
SueRC28 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/09/20
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“I have been teaching for 10 years and had not read any book on current trends in education until the summer of 2018 when I read Daisy Christodoulou’s Seven Myths About Education. I was hooked and captivated by the vast amount of research and references in her book. That began my journey into...”Read full review »
IssyCreations via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/15/19
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“This guy is my absolute hero! If I can manage even a fraction of what he’s done for teaching I’ll consider myself a total success. Every week brings a ridiculous amount of enthusiasm, insight and an untouchable degree of hard work I’ve never seen in the profession. As a relatively new teacher Mr...”Read full review »
aumgnaumgn via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/10/19
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“At the start of the summer I had 42 Mr Barton podcasts that i’d not listened to! I’d taken a break from them for a while to absorb and refresh my teaching practice but it was time to get back into the podcasts and absorb all the missed learning. So my hazy lazy summer days and nights have been...”Read full review »
Missstem via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/01/19
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“This podcast is absolutely brilliant! I learn so much from every episode and as an international teacher it is a great way to keep in touch with recent research and changes in education. I highly recommend the host’s book too.”
E Dalaman via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
08/20/19
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“As a non-specialist coming in to teach Maths in September, these podcasts and the conversations in them are invaluable. Not only do they give real insight into the teaching of Maths, they also make me reflect on my practice in general. Thanks Craig and guests for helping make me think further and...”Read full review »
Jack McPhail via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/16/19
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“CPD on the move. What’s not to like? There are some amazing teaching books on the market at the moment and I’ve bought many following a Mr Barton podcast. The thing I find is that reading needs me to stop everything else. As a father of three and a teacher that’s a big ask, but a podcast whilst...”Read full review »
DPBurke83 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/31/19
“Craig takes you along on his journey to learn from true experts in the field of math teaching. In each episode he drills deep into his guest’s beliefs and practices for teaching in general as well as teaching math in particular. Craig asks the questions you want him to ask, and makes a practice...”Read full review »
Randall88809 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/22/19
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“The podcasts are far too long with repetative themes. Also constant flipping heck is tiring...”
987Sorkin via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/17/19
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“I listen in the car commuting to work. Really useful. Sometimes wish I had a pen to hand to capture some of the great ideas!
What is best is that it feels like I am in contact with other like minded teachers and I am exploring areas of teaching that really interest me. Excellent!”
Fizzpopbubbles via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/01/19
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“I have to say this is an extremely informative podcast (usually for my commute to work). As a primary school teacher, I would wholly recommend practitioners, whether secondary, primary or other in education, to get stuck into Craig's podcasts.
The subjects of discussion have dramatically...”Read full review »
dhenelskxbrksls via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/16/19
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“I am just completing my teacher training and I can honestly say this podcast has helped in so many ways. I am a bit of a super fan and after listening to an episode I invariably come in to my placement with many an idea to share.
After being offered my job I was told one of the reasons was how...”Read full review »
andie 71 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/07/19
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“Flipping heck! This is great free PD for Maths teachers. Extended and insightful interviews with some of the most talented maths educators around. Great stuff!”
NevilleNobody via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/01/19
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“I love this podcast! Craig is a secondary maths teacher but, even as a primary teacher, I’ve learned loads from listening to his conversations with a wide range of education guests. Every episode has been challenging and helpful in shaping my classroom practice and leadership style. Can’t...”Read full review »
@hezmar via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/27/19
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“I recommend Craig’s podcast t every educator I meet. It is insightful, interesting and entertaining. In fact I think every reacher should get an extra day off each year just to listen to it as it is worth it’s weight in gold.”
mathsmumof2 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/12/19
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“This podcast is entertaining and hugely informative. Craig has a very light touch when dealing with complex and initeresting ideas in maths education and beyond. It has really re-ignited my interest in educational research and classroom practice. I cannot recommend highly enough.”
DrMNW via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/05/19
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“I am a Y6 teacher with a previous career in medicine and therefore a lifelong interest in evidence based practice. When I first started out in education, I couldn’t understand why there was not more evidence integrated into classroom practice...so frustrating! I cannot get enough of Craig’s...”Read full review »
Clewis181 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/09/19
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“I’m a History teacher and I’ve just started listening to this podcast over the last couple of weeks. I was a bit put off by the fact that it was a maths podcast, but I was hearing so many good things about it, I had to try it out. It has quickly become one of my favourite Ed podcasts. Thanks...”Read full review »
Mrs Baines via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
04/04/19
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“A great podcast that delves into some best practice and a little theory for good quality teaching. Mostly about maths and science, but with a sprinkling of English and other subject areas. Think of it more as a (sometimes meandering) ‘deep dive’ rather than a pithy 20 minute summary (although...”Read full review »
Hungry hamster4573 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/09/19
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“I am a primary school teachers who specialises in teaching maths. Listening to this podcast has changed my teaching and learning in all subjects not just maths. Really worth the time.”
rhubarbannie via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/21/19
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“I’m a new CTE teacher in California, coming from the Silicon Valley startup world. I have tried out a dozen plus ed and ed tech podcasts and while I’ve only listened to the 2 interviews w Dylan Wiliam, these are by far my fav. I learned more and got more leads of stuff to follow up on that at an...”Read full review »
RTnottakenyet via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/14/19
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“Craig Barton's relaxed interview style makes for very easy listening. He hosts interesting guests and asks all the right questions! I would highly recommend this podcast, not just to maths teachers, but to every teacher.”Read full review »
DarraghOB via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
02/03/19
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“Am new to podcasts, and having started reading Craig’s book I quickly got distracted by these.... and they are so interesting and relevant to teaching I can’t get though them quickly enough.”
z0e aka newmrsc via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/23/19
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“A great way to fill my time when travelling. Excellent stuff”
julesbn via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/22/19
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“I'd recommend having the Mr Barton Maths Podcast banging out through the speakers instead of cheesy disco tunes at your wedding.”Read full review »
@aap03102 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/31/18
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“I have been listening to the show for the past two years. I was looking for a podcast show to listen to on the way home in the car. He has inspired me to learn more about research and to improve my teaching practice. It may take time to get used to Craig's accent and funny sayings. It is...”Read full review »
Malcd64 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/29/18
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“It has taken me way too long to write this review. Mr Barton Maths is the best education podcast I listen to. His humble teachability and willingness to be challenged is infectious. In addition, the amazing array of guests Craig Barton gets in his show makes these podcasts so valuable. There is...”Read full review »
Kaye C Year 6 Teacher via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/21/18
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