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Lucinda Powell

@lucindap0well.bsky.social

Teacher|Podcaster|Speaker Director of Teaching and Learning. Everything Education and psychology. #PsychologyintheClassroom podcast.

117 Followers  |  192 Following  |  59 Posts  |  Joined: 12.08.2025
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Psychology in the Classroom: RE-STAR - From Emotional Dysfunction to Emotional Burden This is the 7th podcast from the RE-STAR team and Professor Edmund Sonuga-Barke and Dr Georgia Pavlopoulou share the findings from work package one. This episode explores how the RE-STAR team hasโ€ฆ

Did you know neurodivergent students carry TWICE the emotional burden of their peers? ๐Ÿ“‰ From sensory discomfort to "masking," the school day is exhausting.

Let's shift the focus from "fixing the child" to "fixing the environment."
๐ŸŽง Listen here: changingstatesofmind.libsyn.com/re-star-from...

25.02.2026 07:45 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Psychology in the Classroom: Mental Health Research: Practical Tips for Teachers and Practitioners to Navigate the Evidence ...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 chal...

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11.02.2026 18:59 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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When #research isnโ€™t accessible or clearly communicated ๐Ÿ‘‡ this is what happens. We need accurate, reliable evidence โ€“ not just catchy headlines. #Psychologyintheclassroom chats to @thementalelf.bsky.social's Andre Tomlin to discuss the challenges of making research accessible.

11.02.2026 18:59 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Ever wondered why some students stick with certain subjects post-GCSE? ๐Ÿค” Discover how perceived class standing and self-perception influence those big decisions in this eye-opening episode! ๐ŸŽง changingstatesofmind.libsyn.com/big-fish-lit...
#psychologyintheclassroom #Alevels

04.02.2026 19:33 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Teachers - we canโ€™t support our students if we arenโ€™t looking after ourselves first. ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ Taking a moment to find our breath before Period 1 isn't just "self-care"โ€”itโ€™s a prerequisite for supportive teaching. #psychologyintheclassroom
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29.01.2026 19:35 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Itโ€™s not just what #teachers say in our lessons, but how we say it. ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Research shows tone communicates respect & control long before the students process instructions. Letโ€™s make sure our voices match our intentions! Learn how to do this here๐Ÿ‘‡
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28.01.2026 20:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Psychology in the Classroom: Do smart drugs help you learn? with Dr Elizabeth Bowman 'Smart' or 'Study' drugs are usually prescribed for people with ADHD to help them concentrate. However many people without ADHD take them, in theory, to focus on studying - e.g. writing an essay orโ€ฆ

Ever wondered if study drugs really help students focus or if they come with hidden risks? ๐Ÿง  Tune in to hear evidence-based insights and learn what really happens in the brain when these drugs are used. #psychologyintheclassroom
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23.01.2026 19:10 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Changing States of Mind Winner of British Psychological Society's Pretertiary Psychology Teacher of the Year

Popping study drugs wonโ€™t make high-performing students smarterโ€”it may actually disrupt their finely tuned cognitive systems and harm their performance. Find out more changingstatesofmind.com/blog

21.01.2026 19:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Join #Psychologyintheclassroom this week as I chat with Protyasha Bhattacharyya about the tricky world of cyber aggression and how it impacts young people online. changingstatesofmind.libsyn.com/how-can-we-c...
@theatp.bsky.social @bps-dartp.bsky.social

19.01.2026 08:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Navigating Cyber Aggression: Insights, Strategies, and Motivation In our first episode of the 2026, I had the privilege of speaking with Protyasha Bhattacharyya, a psychologist and criminal justice professional whose research and frontline experience offer a fresh,โ€ฆ

Not sure how to spot or address #CyberAggression in your classroom? This blog post breaks down definitions, research gaps, and practical solutions. A must for educators: changingstatesofmind.com/blog/f/navig...
#psychologyintheclassroom

18.01.2026 18:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿ’ปโœจ Curious about how digital life affects our studentsโ€™ well-being? This episode week's episode of #psychologyintheclassroom is packed with practical tips on spotting cyber aggression early and fostering kindness in the classroom.
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15.01.2026 19:22 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Psychology in the Classroom: Mindset: Educational fact or fiction with Brooke Macnamara In this episode Dr Brooke Macnamara shares details of her research about mindset.ย  Her research is a fascinating insight into the interventions around mindsets including growth mindset - a conceptโ€ฆ

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Curious about the real impact of growth mindset interventions on student achievement? Delving into the archives of #Psychologyintheclassroom this gem featuring @brookemacnamara.bsky.social unpacks the science behind this popular educational theory.
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06.01.2026 18:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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What if your enthusiasm for teaching matters more than your love for the subject itself? ๐Ÿค” How do you think this impacts classroom management and student motivation?https://changingstatesofmind.libsyn.com/how-teacher-emotions-and-motivation-shape-student-success
#teaching #classroommanagement

17.12.2025 07:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Feeling that end-of-term fatigue creeping in? ๐Ÿ˜ด Join Rebecca Lazarides, researcher of teacher motivation and emotional energy! Letโ€™s recharge together and dive into how teachers can keep their spark alive even on the toughest days. ๐Ÿ”ฅโœจ
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15.12.2025 17:54 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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If schools donโ€™t teach public speaking and reasoned dialogue, do we risk raising a generation that canโ€™t confidently express ideas or engage in democracy? Prof Neil Mercer from Oracy Cambridge shares his thoughts. Listen ๐Ÿ‘‡
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#psychologyintheclassroom

08.12.2025 07:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿ’ฌ When it comes to classroom talk, do you believe teaching students explicit โ€œground rulesโ€ for discussion can really improve learning outcomes? Why or why not? Find out more๐Ÿ‘‡
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#psychologyintheclassroom

05.12.2025 19:10 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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#Psychologyintheclassroom has over 200 episodes, each week my newsletter has details of my latest episode or delves into the archives. Here is last week's take a look and if you fancy it go to my website and sign up so you get it straight to your inbox!

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03.12.2025 20:28 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Most people fear public speaking. Iโ€™ve loved it since age 6โ€”not just because I got to make props like "Milkyway"!๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿฎ
This week on #psychologyintheclassroom Prof Neil Mercer discusses why #Oracy is vital for confidence and belongs in every school curriculum.
Listen๐Ÿ‘‰ changingstatesofmind.com/podcast

03.12.2025 20:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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What does successful learning really mean to you? Is it about memorizing facts, or about understanding, applying, and feeling personally connected to what you learn? ๐Ÿค”๐Ÿ“– Hear the discussion with Dr Marc Skelton #psychologyintheclassroom
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29.11.2025 10:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Discover how simple classroom interventionsโ€”like goal-setting diaries and self-regulated learning pausesโ€”can transform student motivation & engagement. Hear real stories & research-backed ideas from Dr Marc Skelton! ๐ŸŽฏ๐Ÿง  #psychologyintheclassroom
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28.11.2025 18:45 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Excited to share my latest #psychologyintheclassroom episode exploring the fascinating world of motivation, learning & positive psychology in education with Dr Marc Skelton! Join me as I explore how teachers can truly empower students. ๐Ÿš€๐Ÿ“š
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26.11.2025 07:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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โœจ From attention and cognitive load to the power of repeated practice (aka SLOP), Dr @mikehobbiss.bsky.social shares how to help students truly understand and retain concepts. Join us for some game-changing teaching ideas! Listen here ๐Ÿ‘‡
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19.11.2025 18:05 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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๐Ÿง Memorization alone is a trap: without varied and repeated practice, students will never truly master concepts or apply them flexibly in real life.
Find out how to do this in the latest #Psychologyintheclassroom episode with Dr Mike Hobbiss listen ๐Ÿ‘‡
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18.11.2025 18:04 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Where you revise MATTERS:
โœ”Phone Lockdown: A visible phone reduces productivity
โœ”Ditch the Bed: Your bed should be only for sleep
โœ”8 Hours Minimum: Prioritise sleepโ€”itโ€™s when your brain consolidates memories
Listen to the full guide on sleep and environment: changingstatesofmind.com/exam-prepara...

15.11.2025 21:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Mock exam top tip: Passive revision gives you the "illusion of fluency"โ€”you feel you know it, but you forget it fast.
To make it stick, you MUST use active recall:
โœ”Readโœ”Coverโœ”Recall!
Hear more strategies in the podcast mini-series. ๐Ÿ‘‡
โžก๏ธ changingstatesofmind.com/exam-prepara...
#studytips

13.11.2025 19:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐ŸšจMaximize study time!๐Ÿšจ Exam Success isn't just about hard work; it's about working smart. #Psychologyintheclassroom podcast has 3 essential planning tips for mocks:
โœ”Schedule breaks
โœ”Tackle tough topics for major gains
โœ”Eliminate distractions (your phone!)
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11.11.2025 11:34 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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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 ๐Ÿ‘‡

09.11.2025 18:18 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Psychology in the Classroom: Zines and Emotional Literacy: A Fun and Engaging Path to Better Mental Health โ€ฆwith Julie Kane In todayโ€™s educational landscape, supporting young peopleโ€™s mental health and emotional literacy is more important than ever. We know that many young people are struggling with managi...

Hear Julie Kane talk about her innovative workshops using zinesโ€”self-published bookletsโ€”to help kids express emotions and build community. Perfect for educators and anyone interested in arts and wellbeing! ๐ŸŽจ๐Ÿ“ #Psychologyintheclassroom
Listen here ๐Ÿ‘‡
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08.11.2025 13:49 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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

21.10.2025 16:42 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Discover evidence-informed strategies like worked examples, scaffolding, and chunking information to reduce cognitive overload and enhance learning.
๐ŸŽง Tune in to learn how understanding cognitive psychology can help us teach smarter.
#TeachingAndLearning #TeacherDevelopment #EducationPodcast

21.10.2025 13:16 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0