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Psychology in the Classroom

Lucinda Powell
Mental Health
Education
Psychology Of Education
Teacher Well-Being
Mental Health Interventions
Perfectionism
Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Neurodivergence
Adolescent Mental Health
ADHD
Autism
Peer Support
Anxiety
Social Media
Neurodivergent Individuals
Psychological Well-Being
Learning and Development
Mental Fitness
Collaboration In Education
Motivation In Education

The show that takes psychological research and translates it for classroom teachers so they can effectively apply it to their teaching practice to help improve outcomes for their students. Interviews with leading psychologists and other experts in the field of education, as well as deep dives into educational theory and a little bit of neuromyth busting.

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Latest Episodes

...with Dr Tracy Edwards

In this episode, Tracy Edwards, senior lecturer at Leeds Beckett University and author of Severe and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties in Schools, explores the ethical and practical dilemmas teachers face when sup... more

...with Andre Tomlin

In this episode, Andre from The Mental Elf discusses how we can make mental health research accessible and useful for teachers and practitioners. The conversation tackles the challenges of jargon, paywalls, and misleading headl... more

...With Professor Silke Paulmann

In this episode I am joined by Professor Silke Paulmann to discuss why how we sound matters just as much as what we say - the irony, as you will hear, being that my voice this week is far from fine! We often focus o... more

...With Protyasha Bhattacharyya

Kicking off 2026 this episode dives into the latest research on cyber aggression and its effects on young people. We explore new findings about how different parenting styles can influence online behaviour, and why ... more

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Recent Guests

Tracy Edwards
Senior Lecturer in Special Educational Needs, Inclusive Education and Digital Learning at Leeds Beckett University
Leeds Beckett University
Episode: Dilemmas in the Classroom: How to Balance Inclusion and Individual Needs
Andre Tomlin
Mental health information scientist and founder of The Mental Elf
The Mental Elf
Episode: Mental Health Research: Practical Tips for Teachers and Practitioners to Navigate the Evidence
Silke Paulmann
Professor whose research focuses on emotional, motivational, and attitudinal voice signals
University of Essex
Episode: The Power of Voice in the Classroom
Protyasha Bhattacharya
Researcher and educator focusing on cyberaggression and its impacts on young people
Cherwell College, Oxford
Episode: How Can We Combat Cyber Aggression in Schools Today
Professor Rebecca Lazarides
Educational researcher and editor of the special edition of the British Journal of Educational Psychology.
University of Potsdam, Germany; Technische Universität Berlin
Episode: How Teacher Emotions and Motivation Shape Student Success
Neil Mercer
Meritorious Professor of Education at the University of Cambridge and Director of Oracy Cambridge.
University of Cambridge
Episode: Speaking Up: How to Cultivate Confident Communicators in the Classroom
Dr. Marc Skelton
Assistant head teacher and researcher in positive learning psychology
University of Warwick
Episode: Listening to Learners: How Meaningful Talk Fuels Motivation and Achievement
Dr. Mike Hobbiss
Secondary school teacher and head of psychology, co-author of How to Teach Psychology, with interests in cognitive processes and educational practices.
UCL
Episode: SLOP: The Power of Repeated and Varied Practice in Education
Julie Kane
Doctoral researcher, photographer, and zine maker
Aston University
Episode: Zines and Emotional Literacy: A Fun and Engaging Path to Better Mental Health

Hosts

Lucinda Paul
Host of the podcast, engaged in translating psychological research for classroom teachers to enhance their teaching methodologies and student outcomes.
Silke Paulmann
Professor of Psychology with expertise in voice and classroom dynamics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Interesting and to the point

    An interesting teacher specific podcast that is focused and useful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SenseiBat
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Excellent, informative

    Lucinda is informative and knowledgeable and brings interesting guests and their experiences and perspectives too. Really great for psych students and educators alike.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    niasurv1ve
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Essential listening

    Your episode about names was superb.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    xkx xkx xkx
    United States3 years ago
  • Fantastic Podcast!

    Lucinda is aweomse host who shares valuable insights.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trevor Oldham
    United States4 years ago
  • Great podcast

    I listened to the episode on how best to support transgender students, as an educator (what we should and shouldn’t say). Found it so helpful and insightful -

    Thank you :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lisaqml
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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High-quality discussions that provide practical, research-based strategies for improved teaching practices.
Engaging and informative content tailored for educators and those interested in psychology in the classroom.
Listeners appreciate the host's expertise and passion for educational psychology, which resonates well with both teachers and parents.

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Dilemmas in the Classroom: How to Balance Inclusion and Individual Needs
Q: What are the main types of dilemmas that teachers of learners with complex needs tend to face day to day?
Teachers commonly face four core dilemmas: the dilemma of possibility versus skepticism (whether a desired approach is feasible), the dilemma of what's working (whether to continue a strategy that seems effective or abandon it), the dilemma of rocking the boat (risk associated with changing established practices), and the dilemma of interpretation (how to make sense of observations and feedback to inform next steps).
Mental Health Research: Practical Tips for Teachers and Practitioners to Navigate the Evidence
Q: How teachers can distinguish between a study that shows an intervention works in a controlled research environment and one that actually works in a kind of noisy classroom?
Evaluate whether the intervention was delivered by trained practitioners in real-world settings, rather than in ideal or controlled situations.
Mental Health Research: Practical Tips for Teachers and Practitioners to Navigate the Evidence
Q: What should we, when we're looking at studies, be looking out for to evaluate whether they're a high-quality study?
Look for peer-reviewed research, reliable sources, and well-designed study methods with meaningful effect sizes in real-world settings.
Mental Health Research: Practical Tips for Teachers and Practitioners to Navigate the Evidence
Q: What are the sort of three red flags maybe that teachers should look for to understand whether or not this is an overblown headline?
Look for correlation versus causation, beware of single studies, and be aware of commercial interests in research.
Mental Health Research: Practical Tips for Teachers and Practitioners to Navigate the Evidence
Q: What do you think are those real challenges in making that research accessible?
There are major barriers such as paywalls, the complexity of research, lack of communication efforts from researchers, and misconceptions perpetuated by clickbait headlines.

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This podcast provides a comprehensive exploration of educational psychology, merging psychological research with practical applications for classroom teachers. It highlights insightful discussions with experts in the field, addressing key topics such as teacher motivation, the impact of emotions in teaching, strategies against cyber aggression, and the role of voice in fostering a supportive classroom environment. By translating complex psychological concepts into actionable strategies, it aims to help educators enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. Listeners can expect to gain valuable insights into current challenges in education, innovative teaching practices, and the importance of fostering both teacher and student well-bein... more

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1. Tracy Edwards
2. Andre Tomlin
3. Silke Paulmann
4. Protyasha Bhattacharya
5. Professor Rebecca Lazarides
6. Neil Mercer
7. Dr. Marc Skelton
8. Dr. Mike Hobbiss

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