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Lucinda Powell
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Director of Teaching and Learning. Everything Education and psychology. #PsychologyintheClassroom podcast.
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🚨Maximize study time!🚨 Exam Success isn't just about hard work; it's about working smart. #Psychologyintheclassroom podcast has 3 essential planning tips for mocks:
✔Schedule breaks
✔Tackle tough topics for major gains
✔Eliminate distractions (your phone!)
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November 11, 2025 at 11:34 AM
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From 1930s sci-fi fan culture to punk rock and riot grrrl movements, zines have a rich history as tools for sharing experiences and ideas. #psychologyintheclassroom explores the educational potential of zines in promoting mental health and emotional literacy
Listen here 👇
November 9, 2025 at 6:18 PM
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Hear Julie Kane talk about her innovative workshops using zines—self-published booklets—to help kids express emotions and build community. Perfect for educators and anyone interested in arts and wellbeing! 🎨📝 #Psychologyintheclassroom
Listen here 👇
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Psychology in the Classroom: Zines and Emotional Literacy: A Fun and Engaging Path to Better Mental Health
…with Julie Kane In today’s educational landscape, supporting young people’s mental health and emotional literacy is more important than ever. We know that many young people are struggling with managi...
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November 8, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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Always a pleasure to write for @thementalelf.bsky.social and this research was great for bringing my teaching about CBT & Depression for psychology A level right up to date! @aqaeducation.bsky.social
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🧘 Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy proves cost-effective for hard-to-treat depression.

What happens when therapy or meds don’t work? This UK RCT tested MBCT via Zoom for people with persistent depression, and found it both effective & affordable.

🧵 THREAD

#Depression #MBCT #CostEffectiveness
October 21, 2025 at 4:42 PM
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This half term, #PsychologyInTheClassroom dives into the archives.

With over 200 episodes to explore, we’re revisiting a 2023 discussion on Cognitive Load Theory — how our brains process information and what this means for teaching practice.
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Psychology in the Classroom: Cognitive Load: Keep it simple in the classroom
This week's episode looks at Cognitive Load Theory (CLT) in detail, we have talked about it before with but this delves into the original theory and how it has been researched more recently.  Wi...
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October 21, 2025 at 1:16 PM
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With around 40,000 #teachers leaving the profession in England last year, understanding the challenge of managing students with callous-unemotional traits is crucial.
🗝Key Challenge is that traditional behaviour management strategies often fail...
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October 20, 2025 at 1:50 PM
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Join the conversation #PsychologyintheClassroom where @olademk.bsky.social explores adolescent girls’ mental health challenges, social media’s role in coping, and how schools can be part of the solution. A conversation you shouldn't miss! 💬👧📱
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October 19, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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How can schools balance the risks and benefits of social media use among teenagers without alienating them? 🤔📲The generational gap in understanding these experiences calls for better conversations with our youth.
For more listen here 👇
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October 16, 2025 at 5:58 PM
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The tone of a teacher’s voice can be more influential than the words they say—harshness can kill motivation and trust faster than any criticism. Learn more 👇 from Prof. Silke Paulmann
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#BPSPES2025
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October 10, 2025 at 5:50 PM
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🎧This week 2 interviews with Profs Silke Paulmann & @louise-psychol.bsky.social recorded at the #BPSPES2025 conference—covering AI in assessment feedback & the emotional signals in teacher communication. Tune in and start transforming education today!🎓
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October 8, 2025 at 8:24 PM
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💡 How do schools decide which mental health programs to adopt when resources are tight? Hear @annieobrien.bsky.social & Charlotte Bagnall discuss balancing costs, benefits, and real-world constraints to help educators make smarter choices. #psychologyintheclassroom
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October 7, 2025 at 11:43 AM
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🎧 Join me for a fascinating discussion on #MentalHealth & wellbeing programs in schools! We dive into the real challenges of evaluating these interventions in dynamic school environments. You won’t want to miss the insights 👇 #psychologyintheclassroom
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October 1, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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🎧Join #psychologyintheclassroom & hear what experts have to say about the power of framing in education. We explore why positive encouragement beats negative warnings every time. Don’t miss the discussion! 👇
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September 30, 2025 at 1:43 PM
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🎧Too busy to catch every #PsychologyInTheClassroom episode?
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September 23, 2025 at 5:07 PM
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If teachers local to Abingdon can join us, please do.
September 22, 2025 at 4:21 PM
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Curious about why reading for pleasure matters so much for kids?Join the chat with Prof @teresacremin.bsky.social who shares fascinating insights on how voluntary reading boosts academic skills, empathy, and wellbeing. 👇🎧
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September 21, 2025 at 7:34 PM
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How can schools and families inspire kids to love reading again? 🤔Join Prof. @teresacremin.bsky.social as she dives into the social side of reading—how connections with characters, peers, and teachers keep kids turning pages. Tune in! 📖💡 #psychologyintheclassroom
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September 17, 2025 at 5:41 PM
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It was great to record in person interviews last week at The British Psychological Society's Psychology of Education Section's conference.
#BPSPES25
You can listen to the whole interview series & sign up to my newsletter on the link below.
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September 16, 2025 at 12:31 PM
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How important do you think it is to have a shared, inclusive definition of #bullying that accounts for differences in abilities and social understanding? Listen here to find out more 👇
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September 16, 2025 at 8:36 AM
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🎙️ A new episode of #psychologyintheclassroom is out! Dr Julia Badger, an expert on #bullying in mainstream & special schools. We unpack what bullying really means and why definitions matter. Don’t miss it 👇 #BPSPES2025
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September 10, 2025 at 6:22 PM
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📚 Curious about how schools can better support student well-being? Prof. Neil Humphrey @manchester.ac.uk shares insights on universal mental health programs, the role of creative arts, physical activity, and why “old school” approaches still matter. Tune in now!👇
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September 7, 2025 at 12:08 PM
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Relying solely on social media bans or mental health literacy programs in schools is a mistake; real progress comes from embracing creativity, physical activity, and addressing broader societal issues. What do you think?
👇 #psychologyintheclassroom
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September 3, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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🌟Join Lucy Keller from @astonuniversity.bsky.social
talking about friendship, belonging, and mental wellbeing during school transitions. We explore practical ways schools can better support kids through this challenging time. Tune in, be inspired!👇
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August 31, 2025 at 3:51 PM
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🎙️ Excited to share my latest podcast episode featuring Lucy Keller @astonuniversity.bsky.social! We dive deep into how young people experience the transition from primary to secondary school & why social connectedness matters so much. Don’t miss it! 👇
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August 27, 2025 at 10:25 AM
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#Teachers if you’ve ever felt unsure about supporting students’ mental health, this episode is for you. Prof Jess Deighton from @annafreudcharity.bsky.social breaks down what teachers can do & how whole-school approaches create real change. Tune in! 🌟📚
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August 18, 2025 at 9:29 AM