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EduPulseS4: E3 - From The Think Space - Children as Expert Learners with Richard WheadonIn the latest episode of the EduPulse podcast, host Adam Kohlbeck engages with Richard Wheadon, a dedicated teacher and author, who shares his experiences and insights from both the classroom and his research. As Richard balances his teaching duties with writing and consultancy, he offers a unique perspective on the importance of establishing strong learning habits among students. Richard's book, Learning Habits, can be purchased from here.
2025-11-251h 14
EduPulseS4: E2 - From the Think Space - Reading with Sophie Hayes of StoryZooIn this conversation, Jo Tompkins and Sophie discuss the critical importance of reading in education, particularly in 2025. Sophie shares her journey as a teacher and the creation of StoryZoo, an innovative platform designed to promote reading for pleasure among children. They explore the challenges of engaging reluctant readers, the impact of technology on learning, and the need for systemic changes in education to foster a love for reading. The discussion emphasises the role of reading in future success and the importance of addressing literacy issues early in a child's education.
2025-11-1233 min
EduPulseS3: E3 - From the Chalkface - Life as a Deputy Headteacher with Ella MartinIn this episode of the EduPulse podcast, Ella Martin, a deputy head, shares her journey into educational leadership, emphasising the importance of balancing teaching and leadership roles. She discusses the significance of building strong relationships within the school community, developing middle leaders, and fostering a culture of continuous learning. Ella highlights the need for vulnerability in leadership and the impact of confidence on teaching effectiveness. The conversation also touches on the importance of focused professional development and creating a supportive environment for change in education.This week marks the hosting debut of legend Olly...
2025-10-2450 min
EduPulseCoaching Unpacked: Episode 11 - Following the EvidenceIn this episode, we delve into the intricacies of coaching conversations, particularly focusing on how to effectively share evidence with coachees who may disagree. We emphasise the importance of precise observational techniques and note-taking, as well as the need for building trust and relationships in coaching. Through a role-playing exercise, we illustrate how to navigate disagreements and foster a collaborative environment for professional growth. The conversation highlights the significance of understanding different perspectives and the role of evidence in driving student learning outcomes.Substack post
2025-10-0740 min
EduPulseS3: E2 - From the Chalkface - Becoming Headteacher with Chris PasseyIn this unique of the EduPulse podcast, Adam interviews Chris, who has recently taken on the role of Head Teacher at Kimichi School. Chris shares his experiences and challenges faced in his new position, discussing the overwhelming responsibilities, the importance of prioritising well-being and the need for a supportive school culture. The conversation delves into the trade-offs that come with leadership, the significance of finding the right school that aligns with personal values, and the balance between vision setting and leading by values. Chris reflects on the paradox of leadership, where he experiences...
2025-09-2455 min
EduPulseS4: E1 - From the Think Space - Recruitment and Retention with Professor Dr Haili HughesA sister series to From the Chalkface, our brand new series From the Think Space features the best of the influential and inspiring voices in education.In our first episode, we discuss future of teacher recruitment and retention with long-standing friend of EduPulse, Haili Hughes.
2025-09-1854 min
EduPulseCoaching Unpacked: Episode 10 - Giving Specific EvidenceWelcome back to Coaching Unpacked Episode 10 - Giving Specific EvidenceThe summer is but a memory, however fear not as your favourite unpackers of coaching are back!Preparing for Coaching webinarSubstack postChris's Headteacher BlogAs ever, huge thanks to co-hosts Chris Passey, Sarah Cottinghatt and Adam Kohlbeck .Sarah and Adam's Coaching Cuts substack can be found herehttps://lnkd.in/eKsU4h5X
2025-09-1218 min
EduPulseS3: E1 - From the Chalkface - Writing with Oli Cakebread (Year 6 teacher)It's a new academic year and a new season with EduPulse.From the Chalkface will feature voices of teachers, practitioners and contributors to our classrooms.This week, we speak to new EduPulse Associate and Year 6 teacher, Oli Cakebread (of Coaching Unpacked fame) about how he teaches and leads writing across his London primary school.
2025-09-0254 min
EduPulseS2: E7- Professional Development... In Conversation with Frida Arthur-BoakyeIn this episode, Adam and Chris chat to Vice-Principal Frida Arthur Boakye about professional development, experience versus expertise and discuss ways in which attitudes to these could be the key to teacher retention.Our last episode before Summer so thank you to all of our loyal listeners out there and enjoy the break if you are able to!
2025-07-2348 min
EduPulseCoaching Unpacked: Episode 9 - Rehearsing of Planning Action StepsWelcome back to Coaching Unpacked Episode 9 - Rehearsing of Planning Action StepsThis is episode has a video of a coaching moment - make sure you check out the visualised podcast for the best experience.As ever, huge thanks to co-hosts Chris Passey, Sarah Cottinghatt and Adam Kohlbeck .Sarah and Adam's Coaching Cuts substack can be found herehttps://lnkd.in/eKsU4h5X
2025-07-1436 min
EduPulseEduPulse LIVE! Festival of Education Preview: Agency and Decision Making, Governance and KeynotesChris & Jo discuss the upcoming 15th Annual Festival of Education
2025-07-0132 min
EduPulseS2: E6 - Self Efficacy ... In Conversation with Dr. Chris BakerMAT CPD leader, Dr of Education, ILM7 Coach, coaching, leadership and learning expert Dr Chris Baker chats all thing self-efficacy on the first episode of our third season.drchriswb.substack.comJoin in the conversation on Twitter (we don't officially recognise the rebranding!) where you'll find us on:@EduPulseCo@MrAdamKohlbeck@MrChrisPasseyEduPulse is a brand new think-tank, podcast, journal and nuance-advocating platform.
2025-06-091h 13
EduPulseCoaching Unpacked: Episode 8 - Performance RehearsalIn this episode, Chris, Sarah, and Adam dive into the powerful world of performance rehearsal in instructional coaching. What makes rehearsal such a vital tool for teacher development? And how can something that feels so awkward - like standing up and saying the same line again and again - lead to meaningful classroom change?Sarah opens by explaining the difference between performance and planning rehearsal, and how the research shows its potential to build stronger mental models. Adam highlights new findings from Mancenido et al. (2023), showing that practice-based pedagogies improve responsiveness and can harness the benefits of...
2025-05-2045 min
EduPulseCoaching Unpacked: Episode 7 - Accountable ThinkingWelcome back to Coaching Unpacked Episode 7 - Accountable ThinkingThis is episode was so much fun ... why not find out why?!As ever, huge thanks to co-hosts Chris Passey, Sarah Cottinghatt and Adam Kohlbeck Sarah’s substack can be found here: https://lnkd.in/eKsU4h5X
2025-04-0439 min
EduPulseEduPulse LIVE: Celebration! Ramadan and School Leadership with Amjad AliAmjad is a keynote speaker Trust Training & Inclusion Lead, author, Founder of FREE T&L Toolkit @TryThisTeaching and the CoFounder of @BAMEedNetwork #BAMEedIn today's special Celebration episode, Amjad discusses Ramadan, what it means to him and how school leaders can support their Muslim communities throughout this important period.For any of the resources spoken about in this episode, please visit Amjad's websites: https://linktr.ee/TryThisTeaching
2025-03-0249 min
EduPulseLIVE #3 - Building curriculum around concepts - with Jo, Adam & special guest Dan LongEduPulse LIVE! Join hosts Adam & Jo with special guest Dan Long talking all things building curriculum around concepts
2025-02-2743 min
EduPulseCoaching Unpacked: Episode 6 - Engineering InsightWelcome back to Coaching Unpacked Episode 6 - Engineering InsightThis is episode has a video of a coaching moment - huge thanks to Olly Cakebread - so will be best viewed as a visualised podacast.As ever, huge thanks to co-hosts Chris Passey, Sarah Cottinghatt and Adam Kohlbeck FREE webinar booking is here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mapping-for-coaching-masterclass-tickets-1256554320799?aff=oddtdtcreator Sarah’s substack can be found here: https://lnkd.in/eKsU4h5X
2025-02-2233 min
EduPulseS2: E5 - The Reality of Retrieval Practice: In Conversation with Gareth BatesWelcome back to the EduPulse podcast and our second season.In this episode we are joined by Dr Gareth Bates an experienced lecturer and teacher who worked in several secondary schools before moving into Higher Education as a teacher Educator. Join in the conversation on Twitter (we don't officially recognise the rebranding!) where you'll find us on:@EduPulseCo@MrAdamKohlbeck@MrChrisPasseyEduPulse is a brand new think-tank, podcast, journal and nuance-advocating platform.
2025-02-151h 13
EduPulseS2: E4 - Primary Reading Simplified: In Conversation with Christopher SuchWelcome back to the EduPulse podcast and our second season.In this episode we are joined by Christopher Such who is a Primary teacher, experienced leader and author. Christopher (@suchmo83) lives and works in Peterborough but can be found traversing the UK training teachers and schools in his brilliant ways!Join in the conversation on Twitter (we don't officially recognise the rebranding!) where you'll find us on:@EduPulseCo@MrAdamKohlbeck@MrChrisPasseyEduPulse is a brand new think-tank, podcast, journal and...
2025-02-041h 38
EduPulseCoaching Unpacked: Episode 5 - VariationWelcome to Coaching Unpacked LIVE!
Episode 5 - Variation
Thanks for joining our exclusive live broadcast which is now here for all to see.
As ever, huge thanks to co-hosts Sarah Cottinghatt and Adam Kohlbeck
Sarah’s substack can be found here: https://lnkd.in/eKsU4h5X
2025-01-2831 min
EduPulseCoaching Unpacked: Episode 4 - MappingWelcome to Coaching Unpacked LIVE!
Episode 4 - Mapping
Thanks for joining our exclusive live broadcast which is now here for all to see.
As ever, huge thanks to my co-hosts Sarah Cottinghatt and Adam Kohlbeck
Sarah’s substack can be found here: https://lnkd.in/eKsU4h5X
Adam’s mental models from today’s episode are published now at https://lnkd.in/eqgYDdX6
This is our last episode before the festive season so we wish you all a brilliant few weeks and we'll see you all again...
2024-12-2047 min
EduPulseLIVE #2 - Working Part-Time with Jo, Adam & special guest Debbie StreetsJOIN US FOR OUR LIVE SERIES
Our Head of EDI, Jo Tompkins joins Chris and Adam to discuss, well, anything LIVE on X before being published on our platforms.
Tonight we discussed all things working part-time with the incredible Debbie Streets
2024-12-111h 04
EduPulseLIVE #1 - Barriers, Implementation & Risk - with Chris, Jo & AdamJOIN US FOR OUR LIVE SERIES
Our Head of EDI, Jo Tompkins joins Chris and Adam to discuss, well, anything LIVE on X before being published on our platforms.
Tonight we discussed barriers, implementation and risk in education and found ourselves talking all things equity and diversity in the educational workplace.
2024-11-271h 06
EduPulseS2: E4 - Retrieval vs Retrieval Practice: In Conversation with Dr Gareth BatesWelcome back to the EduPulse podcast!
In this episode we are joined by Dr Gareth Bates, a senior lecturer and researcher and we talk about Retrieval vs retrieval practice.
With papers being published, Gareth is right at the forefront of research into this arena. Leave everything you think you knew at the front door and prepare to rethink, well, everything!
https://www.ase.org.uk/resources/school-science-review/issue-392/are-we-expecting-too-much-retrieval-practice-open-access
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2024-11-251h 14
EduPulseCoaching Unpacked: Episode 3 - RehearsalCognitive Coaching and EduPulse bring you: Coaching Unpacked.
This new series will literally unpack live and real coaching scenarios in short, digestible episodes.
In this third episode, Sarah and Adam play out a another scenario-based coaching session and Chris gets to unpick it live in the moment - this time it's the sticky (but wonderful) subject of rehearsal.
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2024-11-2040 min
EduPulseCoaching Unpacked: Episode 2 - MismatchCognitive Coaching and EduPulse bring you: Coaching Unpacked.
This new series will literally unpack live and real coaching scenarios in short, digestible episodes.
In this second episode, Sarah and Adam play out a another scenario-based coaching session and Chris gets to unpick it live in the moment - mapping opportunities to identify mismatch, along with creating a space for your teacher to think, is the key to this session.
You can find Adam's map for this session here: https://www.edupulse.co/coachingunpacked
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2024-11-0734 min
EduPulseCoaching Unpacked: Episode 1 - Cause & EffectCognitive Coaching and EduPulse bring you: Coaching Unpacked.
This new series will literally unpack live and real coaching scenarios in short, digestible episodes.
In this first episode, Sarah and Adam play out a scenario-based coaching session and Chris gets to unpick it live in the moment - cause and effect, along with upstream thinking, is the key to this session.
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@CoachingUnpack
@EduPulse
@SCottinghatt
@MrAdamKohlbeck
@MrChrisPassey
2024-10-2241 min
EduPulseS2: E3 - Organisational Change: In Conversation with Shane LeaningWelcome back to the EduPulse podcast and our second season.
In this episode we are joined by Shane Leaning who is a podcast host, educator and soon-to-be author. Shane (@leaningshane) lives and works in Shanghai, China and we recorded this episode at 4am GMT!
Join in the conversation on Twitter (we don't officially recognise the rebranding!) where you'll find us on:
@EduPulseCo
@MrAdamKohlbeck
@MrChrisPassey
EduPulse is a brand new think-tank, podcast, journal and nuance-advocating platform.
2024-10-181h 20
EduPulseS2: E2 - Instructional Coaching: In Conversation with Paul ClineWelcome back to the EduPulse podcast and our second season.
In this episode we are joined by Paul Cline. A hugely influential thinker, Paul is an author and Head of Teaching and Learning and can be found online @PaulCline_psy and https://apsychologyteacherwrites.wordpress.com/
Join in the conversation on Twitter (we don't officially recognise the rebranding!) where you'll find us on:
@EduPulseCo
@MrAdamKohlbeck
@MrChrisPassey
EduPulse is a brand new think-tank, podcast, journal and nuance-advocating platform.
2024-10-121h 47
EduPulseS2: E1 - School Improvement: In Conversation with Paul K AinsworthWelcome back to the EduPulse podcast and our second season.In this episode we are joined by renowned school strategist and author, Paul K Ainsworth to talk all things school improvement.Join in the conversation on Twitter (we don't officially recognise the rebranding!) where you'll find us on:@EduPulseCo@MrAdamKohlbeck@MrChrisPasseyEduPulse is a brand new think-tank, podcast, journal and nuance-advocating platform.
2024-09-281h 15
EduPulseS1: E5 - Planning for MisconceptionsWelcome back to the EduPulse podcast - this episode focuses on planning for misconceptions in your lessons. We discuss our four reasons for their importance and give hints and strategies to help you get the best out of your lessons.
Join in the conversation on Twitter (we don't officially recognise the rebranding!) where you'll find us on:
@EduPulseCo
@MrAdamKohlbeck
@MrChrisPassey
EduPulse is a brand new think-tank, podcast, journal and nuance-advocating platform.
The music featured in this podcast was written by Chris Passey and produced by Thomas Whitehead Music - all rights reserved.
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2024-06-3043 min
EduPulseS1: E4 - Coaching: In Conversation with Jim KnightWelcome back and to our second feature, In Conversation with ...
This week we speak to the Godfather of Instructional Coaching, Jim Knight.
Jim Knight is a research associate at the University of Kansas Center for Research on Learning and the president of the Instructional Coaching Group. He has spent more than a decade studying instructional coaching and has written several books on the topic including Instructional Coaching: A Partnership Approach to Improving Instruction published by Corwin Press & NSDC (2007). Knight co-authored Coaching Classroom Management. He also edited Coaching: Approaches and...
2024-06-221h 29EduPulseS1: E3 - Retrieval PracticeWelcome back to the EduPulse podcast - this episode focuses on retrieval practice, the intricacies of retrieval, what it means and how it can be evidenced in your classroom.
Join in the conversation on Twitter (we don't officially recognise the rebranding!) where you'll find us on:
@EduPulseCo
@MrAdamKohlbeck
@MrChrisPassey
EduPulse is a brand new think-tank, podcast, journal and nuance-advocating platform.
The music featured in this podcast was written by Chris Passey and produced by Thomas Whitehead Music - all rights reserved.
Growth thr...
2024-05-2548 minEduPulseS1: E2 - Rethinking English: In Conversation with David DidauWelcome to our new feature, In Conversation with ...
This week we move away from our format and speak to David Didau. David is Senior Lead Practitioner for English at Ormiston Academies Trust and the author of several seminal books on English, curriculum design and teaching.
This conversation is a whistle-stop tour of things David thinks are important to our ITT and ECT colleagues and education today before delving into his latest book, Bringing the English Curriculum to Life.
David be seen on Twitter: @DavidDidu
2024-05-081h 07
EduPulseS1: E1.2 - 11 Things I Wish I'd Known - Part 2: In Conversation with Clare Hoods-TrumanWith special guest, Executive Principal Clare Hoods-Truman, join Adam Kohlbeck and Chris Passey as they delve into the second part of the world of lessons they wished they'd known before stepping into a classroom.
Join in the conversation on Twitter (we don't officially recognise the rebranding!) where you'll find us on:
@EduPulseCo
@MrAdamKohlbeck
@MrChrisPassey
EduPulse is a brand new think-tank, podcast, journal and nuance-advocating platform.
The music featured in this podcast was written by Chris Passey and produced by Thomas Whitehead Music - all...
2024-04-2858 minEduPulseS1: E1.1 - 11 Things I Wish I'd Known - Part 1Join Adam Kohlbeck and Chris Passey as they delve into the world of lessons they wished they'd known before stepping into a classroom; this episode is specifically for our ITT and ECT colleagues.
Join in the conversation on Twitter (we don't officially recognise the rebranding!) where you'll find us on:
@EduPulseCo
@MrAdamKohlbeck
@MrChrisPassey
EduPulse is a brand new think-tank, podcast, journal and nuance-advocating platform.
The music featured in this podcast was written by Chris Passey and produced by...
2024-04-2839 min