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The Emotional CurriculumS06 E05 - Rethinking the Withdrawal of PlaytimeSend us a textIn this episode we speak with Dr Tom Clements, an Educational Psychologist, about the problems with withdrawing playtime from children and young people. We discuss why teachers may resort to removing playtime and how they view this approach touching on a realisation that this can often be making the problem worst. We discuss alternatives to the removal of punishment that teachers themselves came to in the course of the project and think about why it is important that teachers reflect on this as a tool they use in the classroom. X...
2024-06-2425 minThe Emotional CurriculumS06 E04 - DNA-V and the Importance of Evidence Based InterventionsSend us a textIn the episode we speak to Dr Duncan Gillard, an Educational Psychologist who is using evidence informed approaches to promote the well-being of children and young people in his work. We discussed DNA-V (the Acceptance and Commitment model for youth) and how this has been adapted to universal, targeted and more specialist levels for use in schools. We discuss how important it is for interventions in school to be evidence based and evidence informed and how this has been proven for the Connect Curriculum and other DNA-V based projects. For more i...
2024-03-1046 minThe Emotional CurriculumS06 E03 - The Power of Hope as a Psychological Resource for Young PeopleSend us a textIn this episode we speak with Dr Clio Berry about her research which has explored hope in young people.We explore a new model of hope and how we could apply this to help build hope in young people. We discuss the malleability of hope and what can be done to try and increase hope for those that are struggling with low hope, alongside considering why hope is such an important area to consider in students.For more information about Clio's work please visit:YouTube channel: @hoperesearchsussexHopeful m...
2024-01-0735 minThe Emotional CurriculumS06 E02- Teacher's Perceptions of Young People's Mental Health in SchoolsSend us a textIn this episode we speak with Dr Emily Hattersley, Educational Psychologist, about teacher's views on young people's mental health in schools.We explore how teacher's try to understand the needs of those they work with and how their insights and thoughtfulness show the level of care, and desire to help, behind the profession. However, we also discuss the difficulties in meeting needs whilst adhering to the demands of the curriculum, and how this takes its toll on the teacher's own wellbeing, ultimately leading to a need for more supervision and support. ...
2023-11-2635 minThe Emotional CurriculumS06 E01 - How Language Has The Power To Shape Autistic Identity in GirlsSend us a textIn this episode we speak with Dr Becky Morgan, Educational Psychologist, about how language can impact on the identities of adolescent, autistic girls.We discuss how words can influence how autistic girls see themselves and are seen by others and how power also feeds into this identity. We explore how different dialogues can help or hinder young autistic girls and how we can use this to help support them to develop positive self-concepts. To find out more: Autistic Masking: Understanding Identity Management and the Role of Stigma - Pavilion Publishing (p...
2023-10-1524 minThe Emotional CurriculumS05 E11 - Adolescent Mental Health Help SeekingSend us a textIn this episode we speak with Dr Emma Barrow, Educational Psychologist, about the barriers to adolescents seeking help for their mental health. We discuss how issues such as perceived impact of the help they will receive and stigma about mental health create barriers to adolescents seeking the help they need and also consider what facilitates this behaviour. We think about the impact these findings have on whole school approaches to mental health and the importance of listening to pupil voice. You can access the full paper hereTwitter: @emcurriculumC...
2022-11-0628 minThe Emotional CurriculumS05 E10 - The Power of Dialogue in Classroom PracticeSend us a textIn this episode we speak with Dr Nadia Siddique about her work which has explored the effectiveness of interventions on outcomes for students. We discuss her evaluation of the Philosophy4Children intervention in schools and what she learnt from this study. We talk about the power of using questions in classroom practice and how this can develop a range of skills above and beyond the lesson being taught. To find out more about Philosophy4Children visit: Philosophy4ChildrenYou can learn more about evidence based practice at the Education Endowment Foun...
2022-06-2624 minThe Emotional CurriculumS05 E09 - How ASD students make sense of themselves and feeling 'different'Send us a textIn this episode we speak with Dr Emma Williams, from the University of Surrey, about her research investigating how autistic pupils in mainstream school settings make sense of themselves and what impacts on this. Emma discusses her synthesis of studies which found that most autistic pupils appear to make sense of themselves as being different in a negative way to other pupils. This puts them at higher risk of developing low self-esteem and poor mental well-being. We discuss ways of helping the young people view themselves more favourably compared to other pupils to...
2022-05-2923 minThe Emotional CurriculumS05 E08 - Unorthodocs: A Different Approach to WellbeingSend us a textIn this episode we speak to Dr J. J. Kelly, of 'Unorthdocs Inc.', about how she has taught young people to have the skills to love themselves. We discuss J. J.'s use of dialectical behavioural therapy to help people build the skills they need to support themselves. We touch on some of the unique approaches she uses in her own work, such as mentoring and a focus on values, and consider how these can be applied in schools. To find out more about J. J.'s work you can vis...
2022-04-1724 minThe Emotional CurriculumS05 E07 - Emotions as an Alternative to Diagnosis in AdolescentsSend us a textIn this episode we speak to Dr Lawrence Howells, Clinical Psychologist, about his work which focuses on a move away from diagnosing mental health disorders towards an emotion based approach to well-being. We discuss how understanding the developmental stage of adolescence is crucial in understanding how best to support adolescent well-being. We explore how this understanding does not fit with the medical model of diagnosis, which highlights difficulties and difference. Instead, Lawrence talks about how focusing on the essential human experience of emotions, how these are manageable and how strategies for tolerating th...
2022-03-1331 minThe Emotional CurriculumS05 E06 - Ability Grouping - Shaping lives and impacting wellbeing?Send us a textIn this episode we speak to Deidre McGillicuddy, from University College Dublin, about her research into children's views of ability grouping.We discuss findings that highlight the negative impact of ability grouping and consider why the practice of ability grouping is still so common. Deirdre shares findings from her research which found a significant impact of ability grouping on young people's identity, their emotions and their social groups. To read more about the topic:"They would make you feel stupid" - Ability grouping, children's friendships and psychosocial wellbeing in Irish p...
2022-02-1329 minThe Emotional CurriculumS05 E05 - Why students with ADHD and ASD are at High Risk for School Refusal and BullyingSend us a textIn this episode we speak with Abbey McClemont about her work with young people who have a diagnosis of ADHD and ASD. We discuss how having a dual diagnosis of ASD and ADHD can increase the likelihood of young people being targets of bullying and why this is. We explore the links between diagnoses, bullying and school refusal and why externalising behaviour is an important factor in these behaviours. We think about how schools can use this research to support young people with dual diagnoses. To read more about Abbey's work visi...
2022-01-0925 minThe Emotional CurriculumS05 E04 - Supporting Regulation in Schools with Special YogaSend us a textIn this episode we speak with Jyoti Manuel, founder of Special Yoga, about how we can learn to regulate using our breath and body. We discuss how the regulation of teachers in the classroom is vital to helping the regulation of the children they teach. We also explore how regulation is possible even for the most restless children due to the many different ways we can use our breath for this as well as the impact this can make on the children and schools that take up this practice. To...
2021-12-1223 minThe Emotional CurriculumS05 E03 - The Experiences of Body Dysmorphic Disorder in AdolescentsSend us a textIn this episode we speak to Dr Nicole Schnackenberg a Child, Community and Educational Psychologist, psychotherapist and trustee of the Body Dysmorphic Disorder Foundation. We discuss what Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is and the experiences of adolescents suffering from this condition. We explore how BDD is related to relationships, shame and a sense of belonging and how we can support those showing difficulties to feel heard and supported by others. To find out more about this subject: A parents guide to BDDGuide for educational professionalsPractical Handbook of...
2021-11-0730 minThe Emotional CurriculumS05 E02 - Shyness and Social Withdrawal in Children and Young PeopleSend us a textIn this episode we speak to Professor Robert J Coplan from Carleton University about the different types of social withdrawal in children and how these can best be supported. We unpick the reasons why children may be socially withdrawn, which go beyond shyness, and how we can help these children to achieve in the school setting which often rewards social participation. We explore the development trajectory of social withdrawal and how anxious children can be supported to engage in lessons. We end by thinking about the benefits of solitude to us all.
2021-10-1733 minThe Emotional CurriculumS05 E01 - Positive Psychology in SchoolsSend us a textIn this episode we speak to Dr Jolanta Burke, from the Centre for Positive Psychology and Health at RCSI, Dublin about using positive psychology approaches in schools. We discuss how positive psychology can balance the tendency to focus on weaknesses and what is 'wrong' in our lives by tapping into what is 'right' for us. We explore how this can be applied to schools to promote wellbeing by focusing on strengths and how we can help young people and staff to notice and appreciate their own strengths and adopt these approaches as a...
2021-09-1228 minThe Emotional CurriculumS04 E08 - Story Makers: Creative Spaces for WellbeingSend us a textIn this episode we speak with Lisa Stephenson from Leeds Beckett University about Story Makers Company which aims to use stories to promote diversity and wellbeing in young people. We explore how creative spaces have reduced in schools and yet are hugely important for young people to develop a sense of agency and to have a safe space to explore emotions. We find out more about how story creating has been used with groups of young people from different minority groups to help them explore their own identities and how these stories ca...
2021-07-0428 minThe Emotional CurriculumS04 E07 - Understanding the Links Between Social Cognition Skills and Social AnxietySend us a textIn this episode Dr Kate Rice Warnell explains how the social cognitive skills of those in middle child can contribute to social anxiety. We explore the complicated world of social cognition, theory of mind and mind mindedness and discuss how skills in these areas may contribute to social anxiety in young adolescence. We consider how different skills, such as being attuned to others' thoughts and motivations, could be a contributor to anxiety when applied in a specific way and what this means for supporting social anxiety of those in schools. To fi...
2021-06-1326 minThe Emotional CurriculumS04 E06 - Creating Literacy Environments to Build Readers, Writers and ThinkersSend us a textIn this episode Dr Eithne Kennedy discusses her research which focuses on changing the environments in which children learn literacy to engage and motivate them. We discuss how motivation is inextricable from achievement in literacy and how this means that those struggling from an early age fall into a vicious cycle of difficulties. We explore how creating classrooms that promote discussion and deeper thinking with a choice of engaging and high quality texts can make all the difference, and how teachers can work towards this.The 'Write to Read' website is c...
2021-05-1626 minThe Emotional CurriculumS04 E05 - Exploring Resilience and Protective Factors for Young CarersSend us a textIn this episode Dr Gemma Gough discusses her thesis which explored young carers' own perspectives on the factors which contributed to their positive educational achievement.We consider the terminology and experiences of young carers and how research has historically considered the negative outcomes for this group of young people. We then explore the factors that contribute to resiliency and benefit finding including self-efficacy, connectedness and social relationships and how schools can support positive outcomes. To read more around this subject please visit:https://www.carersuk.org/help-and-advice/practical-support/getting-care-and-support/young-carers-and-carers-of-children-under-18
2021-05-0225 minThe Emotional CurriculumS04 E04 - Martial Arts and Executive Functioning in Children with AutismSend us a textIn this episode Dr Janice Phung, from California State University San Marcos, discusses her research which used a martial arts intervention to develop executive functioning in children with autism. We explore what executive functioning is and how it is impacted in people with autism. We discuss how the nature of martial arts lends itself to building executive functioning and how this helped to develop a range of skills in children with autism. We touch on what we can learn from this and other sports based activities as a means of support. You...
2021-04-1126 minThe Emotional CurriculumS04 E03 - Managing the Impact of Cyber BullyingSend us a textIn this episode Nora Trompeter, from Macquarie University in Australia, discusses her research which explored the impact of cyber victimisation on young people. We discuss how the impact of cyber victimisation differs from face to face bullying and the prevalence of this. Nora presents her research which suggests that building a young person's coping self-efficacy and emotional regulation can mediate against the feelings of depression and social anxiety that can result from online bullying. We explore how schools can use this to support all young people. Twitter: @emcurriculumContact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmai...
2021-03-2821 minThe Emotional CurriculumS04 E02 - Understanding Emotions and Motivation in ReadingSend us a textIn this episode Dr Sarah McGeown from the University of Edinburgh discusses the relationship between emotions and narrative fiction.We discuss the feelings that books can elicit and the principles teachers can put into place in school to encourage children and young people to read for pleasure. She also talks about the research she carries out in collaboration with children, young people and teachers to contribute to a better understanding of how to promote reading for pleasure. For information about the research discussed with children and young people, please visit: www.g...
2021-03-1424 minThe Emotional CurriculumS04 E01 - The Social Relationships of Children on the Autistic SpectrumSend us a textIn this episode we speak to Dr Anna Cook about how we can support positive experiences of relationships for children on the autistic spectrum. We discuss the difficulties in relationships for children on the autistic spectrum and their desire to build friendships. We explore how perceived acceptance of autism in society can lead to masking and how taking a novel approach that brings together autistic and allistic peers for prolonged contact could counteract negative experiences and perspectives for both groups. You can find out more about Anna's work here or follow he...
2021-02-2127 minThe Emotional CurriculumS03 E07 - Children Heard: The views of children and young people during coronavirusSend us a textIn this episode we speak to Dr May Lene Karlsen who has established Children Heard, alongside her colleague Dr Gail Sinitsky, to promote the voices of children. We discuss how children's perspectives can offer a unique and powerful perspective and the risks if we do not listen to these voices. We speak about the Children Heard project during coronavirus that highlights the breadth and insight of children's views into the global pandemic. We also touch on how we can gather and hear these voices more effectively. To learn more about the pro...
2020-12-1426 minThe Emotional CurriculumS03 E06 - School exclusions in England: Why does is happen and what can be done?Send us a textIn this episode we talk to Dr Chris Bagley, Director of Research at States of Mind, about school exclusions in England. We explore how the history of education in England has led to the current culture of exclusions and the impact of these on young people and society. We consider why England has higher rates of exclusion than other countries, what they do differently and what can be done to meet the needs of all young people effectively. To find more about Chris' work follow him on twitter @hiddendepths. Further re...
2020-11-2932 minThe Emotional CurriculumS03 E05 - The Experiences of Parents and Carers of Children with DisabilitiesSend us a textIn this episode we speak with Joanna Griffin a counselling psychologist and creator of affinityhub.uk, a website dedicated the emotional wellbeing of parents and carers of children with special needs. We discuss the emotional journey that is associated with having a child with special needs, touching on why simple views of trauma and grief explanations do not capture the true experiences of these parents and carers. We highlight what schools can do in their approach and what they offer to support parents and carers on their journey. Alongside other professionals Jo...
2020-11-0829 minThe Emotional CurriculumS03 E04 - Summer Holidays and Mental HealthSend us a textIn this episode we talk to Dr Kelly Morgan from the DECIPHer, School of Social Sciences at Cardiff University about the impact of thesummer holiday on the mental health of adolescents. We discuss her research which gathered evidence from young people in Wales about their experiences during the summer holiday and found a significant impact of levels of deprivation on mental health. We unpick these results and touch on the power of social contact and the relevance of these findings in the current climate. For further reading on the subject please u...
2020-10-1820 minThe Emotional CurriculumS03 E03 -Teaching Sexual Consent in SchoolsSend us a textIn this episode we talk to Dr Elsie Whittington from Manchester Metropolitan University about how teenagers view sexual consent and the complexities within this. We discuss how the idea of a 'black and white' approach to sexual consent doesn't represent the real-life experiences that teenagers come across. How does societies' difficulty in saying 'no' influence the idea of sexual consent? We consider how teaching can move from theory into practice so that teenagers feel informed and empowered to make the best decision about sex. To access the resources discussed in this e...
2020-10-1128 minThe Emotional CurriculumS03 E02 - The Connect Curriculum (Part 2)Send us a textIn this episode we continue our discussion with Nic Hooper and Duncan Gillard, this time discussing evidence based practice. We touch on the expectation on teachers to develop mental wellbeing in their students and the barriers to schools using evidence based practice. Nic and Duncan also present their process of evaluating the Connect Curriculum and why this is so important to them. To find out more about the Connect Curriculum you can visit https://www.connect-pshe.org/.Twitter: @emcurriculumContact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.comMusic: "Moodswing" by Poddington Bear
2020-09-2016 minThe Emotional CurriculumS03 E02 - The Connect CurriculumSend us a textIn this episode we talk with Duncan Gillard and Nic Hooper who led the team in the development of the Connect Curriculum. We explore the theory of psychological flexibility and acceptance and commitment therapy on which the Connect Curriculum is based and discuss the importance of the core skills in the Curriculum: discoverer, noticer, advisor and values. We consider the need for universal, long-term interventions in the development of emotional well-being in children. To find out more about the Connect Curriculum visit https://www.connect-pshe.org/ and you can read more a...
2020-09-1329 minThe Emotional CurriculumS03 E01 - Containment in the ClassroomSend us a textIn the first episode in the third series we discuss the unconscious processes in the classroom with Lynn Stammers a PhD student at Sheffield University.We talk about how emotion plays a significant role in learning and how experiences as an infant are both relevant and important to consider in the classroom. We explore psychoanalytical processes such as projection, containment and motivation and the learning environments in schools which support these.You can read more about the subject:The Well Balanced Child: Movement and Early Learning (Early Years), Sally Goddard B...
2020-09-0627 minThe Emotional CurriculumS02 E20 - Belonging in Schools (Part 2)Send us a textIn the second part of our belonging episode we speak to Professor Kathryn Riley about how we can build a sense of belonging in our schools.We discuss how a sense of belonging for all should be a priority in schools at this time. We explore the role agency has in belonging and look at the idea of compassionate leadership. Kathryn shares examples from schools where belonging is a successful feature and asks us to consider our own experiences of belonging.You can find more information on the work h...
2020-07-1425 minThe Emotional CurriculumS02 E19 - Belonging in Schools (Part 1)Send us a textIn the first of a two part special on belonging in schools Max Coates, Visiting Professor at Plymouth Marjon University, introduces the idea of belonging and how this is connected to well-being. We explore the difference between hedonistic and eudaimonic well-being and how this links to learning, and how the definition of 'belonging' is important for establishing this within schools. We also discuss how belonging is a key feature in improving the well-being of staff within a school. You can read more about this work here: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/ioe...
2020-07-1226 minThe Emotional CurriculumS02 E18 - Self-directed LearningSend us a textNaomi Fisher, an independent clinical psychologist, discusses self-directed learning and the impact it can make on children's progress and success in learning. We explore why school can contribute to feelings of low self-worth and facilitate a lack of progress and how self-directed learning can be the antidote to this. We consider the research into self-directed learning and what it teaches us about learning disabilities and testing in schools.To read more of Naomi's work you can visit: https://thepsychologist.bps.org.uk/volume-33/march-2020/schools-outhttps://issuu.com/senmagazine/d...
2020-06-2830 minThe Emotional CurriculumS02 E17 - School Counsellors and Safeguarding DisclosuresSend us a textDr Tracey Fuller, form the University of Sussex, discusses her research into information sharing and safeguarding disclosures with school counselors which won the CPCAB Counselling Research Award in 2017. We explore how disclosures feel for the young person at the centre of situation and what these stories tell us about the importance of trust, openness and continued care during the disclosure process. We also consider how school systems can be facilitative of effective school counsellor-young person relationships and the role Designated Safeguarding Leads have to play. You can listen to more about Trac...
2020-06-1429 minThe Emotional CurriculumS02 E16 - The Pedagogies of Punishment Project: Morally Legitimate PunishmentSend us a textIn the final episode of our series exploring the use of punishment in schools Dr John Tillson and Laura Oxley discuss how the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child can be used as a framework against which the legitimacy of punishment can be judged. We consider the arguments given for exclusion and other punishments in schools and whether these take into account the interests of the child. Suggestions are given on how to weigh up the rights of one child verses a group of children and alternative ways to approach mi...
2020-05-3123 minThe Emotional CurriculumS02 E15 - The Solution Focused Approach in Lockdown and Returning to SchoolSend us a textDr Geoff James, founder of The Solutions Focused Coach, discusses how a solutions focused approach is more relevant than ever right now.We discuss the impact of COVID 19 and how this should provide an opportunity for schools to change their approach to behavior and staff well-being. We also consider how some aspects of the solution focused approach can be adopted by families managing this time together at home.For more information visit www.thesolutionsfocusedcoach.com/Twitter: @emcurriculumContact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.comMusic: "Moodswing" by Podington BearFrom t...
2020-05-1728 minThe Emotional CurriculumS02 E14 - The Pedagogies of Punishment Project: The Misattribution of Agency in Black GirlsSend us a textIn this episode, in our series exploring punishment in schools, we talk to Ashley Taylor and Lily Lamboy about how teacher's perceptions of black girls has led to their over punishment in schools. We discuss the idea of the misattribution of agency; how black girls are seen as having more agency than they actually experience which can lead to teacher's taking the view that they have choosen not to follow the rules and are assumed to be capable of taking a different course of action. We also introduce the idea of an 'a...
2020-05-0331 minThe Emotional CurriculumS02 E13 - The Pedagogies of Punishment Project: What Makes Responses to Wrongs Permissible?Send us a textIn this episode, in our series exploring punishment in schools, we talk to Dr Helen Brown Coverdale, from the UCL School of Public Policy, about how we can use care ethics to guide our approach to punishment in school.We explore how punishment itself may not be enough to stop a person committing the wrong in the future and how, instead, education could focus on building the capacity to resist the temptation to do wrong. We discuss the role shame and stigma has in punishment and how students can be empowered by d...
2020-04-2629 minThe Emotional CurriculumS02 E12 - The Pedagogies of Punishment Project: Self-determination Theory and its Role in PunishmentSend us a textIn the fourth episode in our series exploring punishment in schools we talk to Professor Randall Curren about his rethinking of traditional elf-determination theory and how this can influence punishment in schools.We discuss how self-determination theory (a theory of motivation) can be considered in an educational context and how this would change the need for punishment. We explore the three core principles of self-determination theory: autonomy; relatedness and competence. You can find out more about the project on the website: www.pedagogiesofpunishment.com.You can find out more about self-determination th...
2020-04-1925 minThe Emotional CurriculumS02 E11 -The Pedagogies of Punishment Project: The Legitimacy of PunishmentSend us a textIn the third episode in our series exploring the use of punishments in schools we talk to Winston C. Thompson and Abby Beneke about their work which explores what makes punishment in schools legitimate. We discuss three criteria which can guide reflections on whether punishments in schools could be considered legitimate: the authority to punish; the moral standing to condemn; the educative license to punish. We also consider how identity can affect how punishments are perceived and how 'descriptive representation' can go someway to redressing perceived illegitimacy of punishment. You can fin...
2020-04-1228 minThe Emotional CurriculumS02 E10 - The Pedagogies of Punishment Project: The Special Characteristics of SchoolsSend us a textIn the second in our series exploring the use of punishments in schools Professor Bryan Warnick presents his work on the characteristics which makes schools unique.We take a historical perspective on how punishment has evolved in schools and then explore four special characteristics of schools: the educational purpose; the developmental ethos; the blurred lines of moral responsibility and public accountability. With these in mind a new approach to punishment is discussed. You can find out more about their work on the website: www.pedagogiesofpunishment.comTwitter:@emcurriculumContact: th...
2020-04-0530 minThe Emotional CurriculumS02 E09 - The Pedagogies Of Punishment Project IntroductionSend us a textIn the first in a series of podcasts Principal Investigators John Tillson, from Liverpool Hope University and Winston C. Thompson, from Ohio State University, introduce their project 'Pedagogies of Punishment'.Throughout the series we reflect on punishment from a variety of different perspectives including philosophical, educational, historical and psychological. In this episode we discuss how everyone has a right and a responsibility to consider how and why we punish in school. This series poses important questions to help you reflect on the defensibility of punishment in schools. You can find out mo...
2020-03-2930 minThe Emotional CurriculumS02 E08 - The Impact of Social Media on Teenagers' Relationships, Identities and Engagement with SchoolSend us a textDr Sarah MacIsaac, from the University of Edinburgh, shares her work on how social media use has impacted on the relationships and identities of adolescents in one school. We discuss the sense that the adolescents were under the constant gaze of their peers and the 'celebrification' that came with this. We explore how teenagers can be negatively and positively impacted by this and whether they could look critically on their use of social media. You can find out more about Sarah's work here https://www.blogs.hss.ed.ac.uk/peresearch/.
2020-03-1131 minThe Emotional CurriculumS02 E07 - Standing Out Whilst Fitting InSend us a textDr DeLeon Gray, Associate Professor in Educational Psychology at North Carolina State University and a Scholar in Residence at Michigan State University, discusses his work on how students attempts to stand out can manifest as learning behaviours.We explore the human need to stand out whilst fitting in and how this may influence the participation of young people in the classroom. We also consider how teachers can capitalise on this drive and promote inclusion in the classroom. Find out more about the research discussed in this episode at http://www.weareischolar.or...
2020-03-0828 minThe Emotional CurriculumS02 E06 Parental Views on Exclusion and ReintegrationSend us a textCarina Embeita an Educational Psychologist shares her research which explored parental views following the exclusion and reintegration of their child.We discuss how exclusion and reintegration are inseparable experiences for parents and what this suggests in terms of the support that reintegrating schools can offer. Carina presents the views and emotions of parents during this process and we consider how an understanding of this can be a vital part of creating a successful reintegration. You can read Carina's research with the link below:https://eds.b.ebscohost.com/eds/pdfviewer/pdfviewer?vi...
2020-03-0127 minThe Emotional CurriculumS02 E05 Bonus Episode - The Solution Focused ApproachSend us a textDr Geoff James and I continue the conversation about using a solutions focused approach in schools. We discuss how traditional models of discipline could mollycoddle children and think about how a solutions focused approach can be embedded into the systems of schools. https://www.thesolutionsfocusedcoach.com/Twitter:@emcurriculumContact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.comMusic: "Moodswing" by Podington BearFrom the Free Music ArchiveCC by NCX: @emcurriculumMusic: "Moodswing" by Poddington BearFrom the Free Music ArchiveCC by...
2020-02-1610 minThe Emotional CurriculumS02 E05 - The Solution Focused ApproachSend us a textDr Geoff James, founder of The Solutions Focused Coach, introduces the idea of using a solution focused approach in school.We discuss how current trends towards behaviourist, reward and punishment, styles of discipline in schools may not be providing the answers that schools are looking for. We explore a different way to approach the 'problem' that draws on knowledge of neuropsychology and promotes the agency of the young person.Further reading on what was discussed in this episode:https://www.thesolutionsfocusedcoach.com/Transforming Behaviour in the Classroom: A solution-focused g...
2020-02-0927 minThe Emotional CurriculumS02 E04 - Reading for PleasureSend us a textProfessor Teresa Cremin from the Open University discusses her work into reading for pleasure. We discuss how research has found that reading for pleasure has academic, emotional and social benefits and how teachers are an important part in developing the emotional impact of reading for their students. Teresa presents the idea that reading should be social experience and how this can support children's understanding of the world and themselves. For more information on the research discussed in this episode please visit https://www.researchrichpedagogies.org/research/reading-for-pleasure and you can follow Ter...
2020-02-0227 minThe Emotional CurriculumS02 E03 - Supervision in SchoolsSend us a textLisa Lea-Weston discusses the purpose of supervision and the impact this has on the head teachers she works with.We explore how supervision has a place in schools and can offer support in a way that is invaluable considering the emotional load on teachers. How can supervision help you get back in touch with your passions and what steps can you take if you aren't being offered supervision in your current role?For more information on Lisa's work you can visit her website https://oakpractice.co.uk/author/lisa/ or follow h...
2020-01-1927 minThe Emotional CurriculumS02 E02 - Self-compassion in AdolescentsSend us a textDr Karen Bluth, Assistant Professor at the Department of Psychiatry, University of North Carolina shares the model of self-compassion and discusses how this can be key to supporting the well-being of adolescents. We discuss how a sense of humanity can be a key component in helping adolescents manage their own emotions and how we can help the young people we work with to develop their sense of self-compassion through mindfulness and self forgiveness. You can find out more about what we discussed in the episode with the following links:ww...
2020-01-1227 minThe Emotional CurriculumS02 E01 - Introduction to Series 2Send us a textAn introduction to Series 2 where we discuss how these podcasts can be useful for you. For more information on the issues we touch on in this episode try these articles:https://www.tes.com/news/action-research-classroom-quick-guidehttps://www.theguardian.com/teacher-network/2017/nov/23/how-can-we-make-research-work-harder-in-our-schoolsTwitter: @emcurriculumContact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.comMusic: "Moodswing" by Podington BearFrom the Free Music ArchiveCC BY NCX: @emcurriculumMusic: "Moodswing" by Poddington BearFrom the Free Music A...
2020-01-0403 minThe Emotional CurriculumEpisode 7 - Case Study: Creating a Space to Talk in SchoolSend us a textLisa O'Reilly, a school SENCo, discusses how she has introduced a space for the students at her school to come and share their thoughts and feelings.We discuss how she uses metaphors to encourage discussions, how this has helped the students in school, the skills she uses to make this intervention a success and the difference between listening and hearing. Are you working to put evidence into practice, we'd love to hear from you.Twitter: @emcurriculumContact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.comMusic: "Moodswing" by Podington BearFrom the F...
2019-12-1527 minThe Emotional CurriculumEpisode 6 - Love, Kindness and Forgiveness in Early Years SettingsSend us a textDr Michael Haslip from Drexel University presents his research which explores how love, kindness and forgiveness are demonstrated by young children and how we can encourage the development of these virtues. In this episode we discuss how developing love, kindness and forgiveness can have a long term impact on emotional well-being and how teachers can be encouraged to develop these traits using a strength spotting approach.You can read Michael's research with the following link https://drexel.edu/soe/faculty-and-staff/faculty/Haslip-Michael/. Twitter: @emcurriculumContact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.com...
2019-12-0130 minThe Emotional CurriculumEpisode 5 - School Connecteness and Peer to Peer RelationshipsSend us a textDr Annie Gowing from the University of Melbourne discusses her research which explores what contributes to students' sense of school connectedness. She found that peer relationships are a key determinant of this.In this episode we explore how school connectedness and belonging differ, the importance of prioritising peer to peer relationships alongside teacher to peer relationships and how important school connectedness can be for those students who are most marginalised. You can follow Annie on twitter @GowingAnnie and find out more about her work on this blog https://www.bera.ac.u...
2019-11-2431 minThe Emotional CurriculumEpisode 4 - Restorative Justice in SchoolsSend us a textColin Newton from Inclusive Solutions discusses his journey into using restorative justice to support schools to manage behaviour.In this episode Colin and Sarah discuss the theory and principles behind restorative justice and how it can be implemented in schools. We highlight the 5 key questions that any teacher can start using straight away and talk about the real impact this approach can have. You can follow Inclusive Solutions on twitter @insols. Find out more about Colin's work by visiting the Inclusive Solutions website inclusive-solutions.com where you will also find his b...
2019-11-1730 minThe Emotional CurriculumEpisode 3 - Imaginative Play and Attitudes Towards OthersSend us a textDr Sian Jones from Queen Margaret University has conducted research which explores how imaginative play can be used to increase a child's intentions to play with children who are immigrants or refugees. In this episode Sian and Sarah Taylor-Whiteway discuss the idea of imagination, the impact of being from an isolated group and how play has the potential to build connections between groups. We consider how these ideas can be used in the classroom to promote inclusion and friendships. You can follow Sian on twitter @dr_sian_jones. You can find...
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The Emotional CurriculumEpisode 1 - IntroductionSend us a text Dr Sarah Taylor-Whiteway introduces this new podcast, explains why is is important and who should listen. Each 30 minute episode will present a piece of research or evidence based practice focused on understanding or improving mental health in schools. All in an effort to explore the emotional curriculum we build in our schools.Contact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.com Twitter: @emcurriculum Music: "Moodswing" by Podington Bear From the Free Music Archive CC BY NC X: @emcurriculumMusic: "Moodswing" by Poddington BearFrom the Free Musi...
2019-10-2502 minThe Emotional CurriculumEpisode 2 - Mindfulness and Test AnxietySend us a textDana Carsley from McGill University has conducted research which found that art based mindfulness activities can reduce a young person's test anxiety after just a 15 minute intervention. In this episode Dana and Sarah Taylor-Whiteway discuss the ideas of mindfulness, the nature of anxiety and how we can use what we know to support young people before exams. We touch on how this can be applied in the classroom to make an impact even with novice mindfulness practitioners. Twitter: @emcurriculum Contact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.com Music: "Moodswing" by Podington Bear Fro...
2019-10-2521 min