S02E16 - Charlotte Peverett on the importance of having high expectations for all students including diverse learners

Knowledge for Teachers

In this episode, Brendan Lee speaks with Charlotte Peverett, an experienced learning specialist and inclusion outreach coach, who shares her journey into teaching and special education. Charlotte discusses the significance of structures and routines in creating a safe and consistent learning environment. Charlotte also emphasises the importance of high expectations for all students and the role of teachers in preparing them for adulthood and functioning in society. In this conversation, Charlotte and Brendan discuss the importance of positive reinforcement and effective implementation of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) in schools. They also speak the role of leadership in planning and using data to drive improvement.

Resources mentioned:

• Tom Bennett
• La Trobe University - SOLAR Lab
• Sherrington & Caviglioli - Teaching Walkthrus
  • You can listen to Tom speak about this on episode 5 of the Knowledge for Teachers podcast
• Christopher Such - The Art and Science of Teaching Primary Reading
  • You can listen to Chris speak about this on episode 17 of the Knowledge for Teachers podcast
• Rosenshine’s Principles

You can connect with Charlotte:

Twitter: @lifeoflottie

Facebook: Science of Learning - Special Education Australia

You can connect with Brendan:

Twitter: @learnwithmrlee

Facebook: @learningwithmrlee

Website: learnwithlee.net

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About Charlotte Peverett

Charlotte is an autistic, special education Learning Specialist/Inclusion Outreach Coach in South-West Victoria. Her specialty is literacy and language intervention with a passion to introduce research and evidence-based practices into mainstream and specialist settings. Charlotte has her Master of Education (LIHI) and is a postgraduate research student with the Latrobe University SOLAR Lab and is an Honorary Affiliate member of the Institute of Special Education (InSpEd). Charlotte has presented at numerous conferences and works with schools to change systems and practices to ensure all students are reaching their full potential.