Matt Pitman

Publishing 27 August 2025 🎉

This is for teachers ready to start building genuine, lasting connection in their schools, even when leadership isn’t quite there yet. It’s about showing that meaningful culture change doesn’t have to start at the top.

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Pre-order 👉 ambapress.com.au/collections/...

After years of teaching, @mattpitman.com.au had a revelation: No single classroom layout fits every lesson.

Instead, his tables and chairs are “constantly on the move" to create the best configuration for “the learning at that moment.”

Here’s how his approach works:

🧵 1/6 #EduSky

This morning I sent my second book off to the Amba Press team for editing. This new book is for those who want to have impact on connection now, rather than waiting for the system to catch up.

Stay tuned!

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This is a tough situation, and @mattpitman.com.au has good ideas for how teachers can get their class moving in a positive direction again. It's not a quick fix, but this is advice I'd want if I were still teaching.

When the Teacher-Student Relationship Breaks Down These strategies will help teachers reset boundaries and repair relationships if classroom dynamics have become dysfunctional.

"Many teachers will encounter a class where the relationship fabric has worn thin or is completely torn apart. When the traditional tools of behavior management fail, when both sides feel disrespected, what can a teacher do?"

Read more from @mattpitman.com.au: www.edutopia.org/article/when...

Revealed: Australian Education Awards 2025 Excellence Awardees The Awards recognise the outstanding achievements of Australia's top performing education professionals. Is your name on the list?

You can view the full list of awardees here: www.theeducatoronline.com/k12/news/rev...

I’m incredibly honoured, proud and humbled to be recognised as an Excellence Awardee in the Secondary School Teacher of the Year – Non-Government category at the 2025 Australian Education Awards.

Congratulations to all of this year’s Excellence Awardees!

#eduskyau #ausedawards

A gloomy Melbourne Sunday made much more sunny signing and preparing copies of The Connection Curriculum to go out this morning. A privilege to write in each of these copies and see the interest in the book continue to grow almost a year after publication.

📗 www.mattpitman.com.au/book

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I am really enjoying @xpateducator.bsky.social’s new newsletter DistillED. Definitely sign up to receive its very digestible wisdom straight to your inbox!

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Modeling Emotional Regulation to Support Students’ Growth Teachers and school leaders can demonstrate valuable social and emotional learning skills through their actions.

You can read my first article for @edutopia.org "Modeling Emotional Regulation to Support Students’ Growth" here 👉 www.edutopia.org/article/guid...

I'd love to hear your thoughts, if you have a moment to read.

#education #connection #leadership #growth #socialemotionallearning

A gloomy Melbourne Sunday made much more sunny signing and preparing copies of The Connection Curriculum to go out this morning. A privilege to write in each of these copies and see the interest in the book continue to grow almost a year after publication.

📗 www.mattpitman.com.au/book

#eduskyau

We're celebrating 5 years of @walkthrus.bsky.social with a giveaway. 50 books! 50 people selected randomly from people who fill in this form: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Closes May 2nd. Got to be in it to win it...
Reposts appreciated. With thanks to Alex at @johncattedu.bsky.social

🎤 Exciting news! I’m speaking at EDUtech Australia 2025 on 11-12 June in Sydney.

Join me and other education innovators as we explore the future of learning through digital transformation, creativity & inclusion.

Register today!
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#EDUtechAU

DistillED ⚗️ The 5-minute email that makes evidence-informed teaching crystal clear

I am really enjoying @xpateducator.bsky.social’s new newsletter DistillED. Definitely sign up to receive its very digestible wisdom straight to your inbox!

Take a look and sign up here: newsletter.jamieleeclark.com/subscribe?re...

#education #educationalleadership #connection #eduskyau

Yesterday, my friend Mathew Green released the 200th episode of The Art of Teaching. To mark this huge milestone, I was very honoured to take over the mic to interview the host himself.

Listen to the episode here 👉 podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/m...

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I’m thrilled to share that I’ve just signed with Amba Press for the publication of my second book!

This book was born from conversations with passionate educators about connection in their classrooms. You asked for it… and it’s on its way, later this year.

More info to come very soon!

Modeling Emotional Regulation to Support Students’ Growth Teachers and school leaders can demonstrate valuable social and emotional learning skills through their actions.

You can read my first article for @edutopia.org "Modeling Emotional Regulation to Support Students’ Growth" here 👉 www.edutopia.org/article/guid...

I'd love to hear your thoughts, if you have a moment to read.

#education #connection #leadership #growth #socialemotionallearning

A6: Learning must break beyond the textbook. Project-based learning, industry partnerships, and community-driven initiatives ensure students apply knowledge in meaningful ways. When content meets context, students don’t just learn, they create, innovate, and contribute. #EduSkyAU

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We need to engage our students in more real-world challenges, characterised by service learning, ethical leadership, and reflective practices. We need to ensure education isn't just about knowledge, but humanity. Is it right now? I don't think so, but it could be #EduSkyAU

A4: Partnerships with local industries, mentors, and cultural groups give students authentic experiences that build adaptability, communication, & problem-solving skills. Learning should be lived, not just taught & we need more connection with the world around us. Make it real! #EduSkyAU

Spot on, Lottie! Aren't we so focused on the future, like, all the time! #EduSkyAU

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These questions are spot on tonight, @lottieglobaled.bsky.social and @mareewhiteley.bsky.social Got me thinking! #lenny #EduSkyAu

Pedagogy must shift from knowledge transmission to knowledge creation. Inquiry, problem-based learning, and metacognition empower students to adapt, question, and innovate. The real goal should not just be workforce readiness, but the ability to navigate uncertainty with confidence. #EduSkyAU

Hi, Maree, I try not to miss them! I find myself chatting with a lot of very cool people from Perth, we definitely love a chat about all things ed #eduskyau

You too, Sandy! #eduskyau

She's two and letting us know about it!

A2: GC's are integrated through inquiry-based learning, real-world problem-solving, and explicit teaching of skills like critical thinking and collaboration. Assessment often focuses on content, so making these capabilities visible and valued in student work is key. Much work to do though #EduSkyAU