In 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 Foundation: Teaching and Learning Toolkit | EEF (educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk)Twitter: @emcurriculumContact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.comMusic: "Moodswing"  by Poddington BearFrom the Free Music ArchiveCC by NC

In 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: <a href="http://www.philosophy4children.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Philosophy4Children</a> You can learn more about evidence based practice at the Education Endowment Foundation: <a href="https://educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk/education-evidence/teaching-learning-toolkit" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Teaching and Learning Toolkit | EEF (educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk)</a> Twitter: @emcurriculum Contact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.com Music: "Moodswing"  by Poddington Bear From the Free Music Archive CC by NC

S05 E10 - The Power of Dialogue in Classroom Practice

In 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 reduce this risk.To read this research study click here or to read more about Emma's other work into ASD girls visit Playing A/Part: Autistic Girls, Identities and Creativity - Research at Kent (playingapartautisticgirls.org).  You can watch a powerful, short animated film about this work hereTwitter: @emcurriculumContact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.comMusic: "Moodswing" by Poddington BearFrom the Free Music Archive CC by NC

In 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 reduce this risk. To read this research study click <a href="https://openresearch.surrey.ac.uk/esploro/outputs/journalArticle/How-pupils-on-the-autism-spectrum/99512763002346?institution=44SUR_INST" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> or to read more about Emma's other work into ASD girls visit <a href="https://playingapartautisticgirls.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Playing A/Part: Autistic Girls, Identities and Creativity - Research at Kent (playingapartautisticgirls.org)</a>.  You can watch a powerful, short animated film about this work <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5E_0_FWWZTQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> Twitter: @emcurriculum Contact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.com Music: "Moodswing" by Poddington Bear From the Free Music Archive  CC by NC

S05 E09 - How ASD students make sense of themselves and feeling 'different'

In 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 visit her website: About | Dr. J.J. Kelly | Unorthodocs, Inc. (drjjkelly.com)You can buy her books, hereTwitter: @emcurriculumContact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.comMusic: "Moodswing" by Poddington BearFrom the Free Music Archive CC by NC

In 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 visit her website: <a href="https://www.drjjkelly.com/about" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">About | Dr. J.J. Kelly | Unorthodocs, Inc. (drjjkelly.com)</a> You can buy her books, <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Holy-Sh-Gifted-Misfit-Superpowers-ebook/dp/B08KWR849M/ref=sr_1_3?crid=10WHVRO9ZKX0R&amp;keywords=holy+shit+series&amp;qid=1650209218&amp;s=books&amp;sprefix=holy+shit+series%2Cstripbooks%2C61&amp;sr=1-3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> Twitter: @emcurriculum Contact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.com Music: "Moodswing" by Poddington Bear From the Free Music Archive  CC by NC

S05 E08 - Unorthodocs: A Different Approach to Wellbeing

In 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 these can empower young people to promote their own well-being. You can find Lawrence's book on the subject here Twitter: @emcurriculumContact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.comMusic: "Moodswing" by Poddington BearFrom the Free Music ArchiveCC by NC

In 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 these can empower young people to promote their own well-being. You can find Lawrence's book on the subject <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Understanding-Your-Emotions-Everyday-Problems/dp/0367685639" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> Twitter: @emcurriculum Contact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.com Music: "Moodswing" by Poddington Bear From the Free Music Archive CC by NC

S05 E07 - Emotions as an Alternative to Diagnosis in Adolescents

In 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 primary schoolYou feel ashamed that you are not in the higher group’—Children’s psychosocial response to ability grouping in primary school“Turned off” or “ready to fly” – Ability grouping as an act of symbolic violence in primary schoolChildren’s Right to Belong?—The Psychosocial Impact of Pedagogy and Peer Interaction on Minority Ethnic Children’s Negotiation of Academic and Social Identities in SchoolYou can contact Deirdre using: https://people.ucd.ie/deirdre.mcgillicuddy or on Twitter @deemcgillicuddyTwitter: @emcurriculumContact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.comMusic: "Moodswing" by Poddington BearFrom the Free Music ArchiveCC by NC

In 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: <a href="https://doi.org/10.1016/j.learninstruc.2021.101492" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"They would make you feel stupid" - Ability grouping, children's friendships and psychosocial wellbeing in Irish primary school</a> <a href="https://doi.org/10.1002/berj.3595" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">You feel ashamed that you are not in the higher group’—Children’s psychosocial response to ability grouping in primary school</a> <a href="https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tate.2017.11.008" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">“Turned off” or “ready to fly” – Ability grouping as an act of symbolic violence in primary school</a> <a href="https://doi.org/10.3390/educsci11080383" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Children’s Right to Belong?—The Psychosocial Impact of Pedagogy and Peer Interaction on Minority Ethnic Children’s Negotiation of Academic and Social Identities in School</a> You can contact Deirdre using: <a href="https://people.ucd.ie/deirdre.mcgillicuddy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://people.ucd.ie/deirdre.mcgillicuddy</a> or on Twitter @deemcgillicuddy Twitter: @emcurriculum Contact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.com Music: "Moodswing" by Poddington Bear From the Free Music Archive CC by NC

S05 E06 - Ability Grouping - Shaping lives and impacting wellbeing?

In 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 visit: https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s10803-020-04640-y.pdf Twitter: @emcurriculumContact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.comMusic: "Moodswing" by Poddington BearFrom the Free Music Archive CC by NC

In 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 visit: <a href="https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s10803-020-04640-y.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s10803-020-04640-y.pdf </a> Twitter: @emcurriculum Contact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.com Music: "Moodswing" by Poddington Bear From the Free Music Archive  CC by NC

S05 E05 - Why students with ADHD and ASD are at High Risk for School Refusal and Bullying

In 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 watch Jyoti’s four minute energising practice click here A short practice to bring energy to the classroom - YouTubeTo find out more about the Special Yoga community you can visit https://community.specialyoga.global/To find out more and sign up to Special Yoga training you can visit https://specialyoga.co.uk/training/special-yoga-mindfulness-for-autism-and-adhdTwitter: @emcurriculumContact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.comMusic: "Moodswing" by Poddington BearFrom the Free Music ArchiveCC by NC

In 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 watch Jyoti’s four minute energising practice click here <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7nmZZvo3zUI" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A short practice to bring energy to the classroom - YouTube</a>To find out more about the Special Yoga community you can visit <a href="https://community.specialyoga.global/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://community.specialyoga.global/</a> To find out more and sign up to Special Yoga training you can visit <a href="https://specialyoga.co.uk/training/special-yoga-mindfulness-for-autism-and-adhd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://specialyoga.co.uk/training/special-yoga-mindfulness-for-autism-and-adhd</a> Twitter: @emcurriculum Contact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.com Music: "Moodswing" by Poddington Bear From the Free Music Archive CC by NC

S05 E04 - Supporting Regulation in Schools with Special Yoga

In 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 Eating DisordersYoung People's Experiences of BDD (Journal Article)An Introduction to BDD (YouTube video)Supporting Young People with BDD (YouTube video)Twitter @emcurriculumContact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.comMusic: "Moodswing" by Poddington BearFrom the Free Music ArchiveCC by NC

In 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 href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Parents-Guide-Body-Dysmorphic-Disorder/dp/1787751139/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&amp;keywords=parents+guide+to+body+dysmorphic&amp;qid=1635155380&amp;qsid=257-3832468-6547423&amp;sr=8-1&amp;sres=1787751139%2CB01MZE1SWZ%2CB08NMGVRKP%2C1934030406%2C0007952953%2C1884718086%2CB07BFVG9CJ%2CB09C8X66VL%2CB01M07AKSD%2C160106702X%2CB00X77XR9E%2CB078M3B7SR%2CB002T6792K%2CB07DLBJF5G%2CB09G9CWDKX%2CB09BLF3G4B&amp;srpt=ABIS_BOOK" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> A parents guide to BDD</a> <a href="https://bddfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/BDD-Leaflet-for-Education-Professionals.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Guide for educational professionals</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Practical-Handbook-Eating-Difficulties-comprehensive/dp/191341468X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2F40TPRYLGV34&amp;dchild=1&amp;keywords=the+practical+handbook+of+eating+difficulties&amp;qid=1635155445&amp;qsid=257-3832468-6547423&amp;sprefix=practical+handbook+of+eating+diff%2Caps%2C177&amp;sr=8-1&amp;sres=191341468X%2CB07V5XBSD4%2C1540071464%2C1705112307%2C170512464X%2C0345449037%2C0946535175%2C0711950881%2C0743201205%2C1601631553%2CB06XW7LKK2%2C170513761X%2C1540001164%2C1539873617%2C1616770988%2C1572307811&amp;srpt=ABIS_BOOK" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Practical Handbook of Eating Disorders</a> <a href="https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/02667363.2021.1895079?journalCode=cepp20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Young People's Experiences of BDD </a>(Journal Article) <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4RB1YcWqzQ&amp;t=5s" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">An Introduction to BDD</a> (YouTube video) <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ZYTpA4yADw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Supporting Young People with BDD</a> (YouTube video) Twitter @emcurriculum Contact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.com Music: "Moodswing" by Poddington Bear From the Free Music Archive CC by NC

S05 E03 - The Experiences of Body Dysmorphic Disorder in Adolescents

In 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. To find out more about Robert's work you can visit Robert J Coplan, PhD (robertcoplan.com) and read more in his book for teachers about shy children: Quiet at School 9780807757697 | Teachers College Press (tcpress.com).Twitter: @emcurriculumContact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.comMusic: "Moodswing" by Poddington BearFrom the Free Music ArchiveCC by NC

In 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. To find out more about Robert's work you can visit <a href="https://robertcoplan.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Robert J Coplan, PhD (robertcoplan.com)</a> and read more in his book for teachers about shy children: <a href="https://www.tcpress.com/quiet-at-school-9780807757697" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Quiet at School 9780807757697 | Teachers College Press (tcpress.com)</a>. Twitter: @emcurriculum Contact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.com Music: "Moodswing" by Poddington Bear From the Free Music Archive CC by NC

S05 E02 - Shyness and Social Withdrawal in Children and Young People

In 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 whole school. Twitter: @emcurriculumContact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.comMusic: "Moodswing" by Poddington BearFrom the Free Music ArchiveCC by NC

In 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 whole school.  Twitter: @emcurriculum Contact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.com Music: "Moodswing" by Poddington Bear From the Free Music Archive CC by NC

S05 E01 - Positive Psychology in Schools

Exploring new research which promotes the emotional well-being of children and young people in schools.  Dr Sarah Taylor-Whiteway talks to academics about their research and how it can be used and applied in schools.

In 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 can then help other children explore themes around identity and process their own feelings.  We consider how creative spaces can be used more widely in schools. To find out more about this work please visit:https://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/research/story-makers-company/https://www.storymakersco.com/Or follow on Twitter: @Lisa_stephenso@storymakersCoTwitter: @emcurriculumContact: Theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.comMusic: "Moodswing" by Poddington BearFrom the Free Music ArchiveCC by NC

In 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 can then help other children explore themes around identity and process their own feelings.  We consider how creative spaces can be used more widely in schools.  To find out more about this work please visit:<a href="https://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/research/story-makers-company/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/research/story-makers-company/</a><a href="https://www.storymakersco.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.storymakersco.com/</a> Or follow on Twitter: @Lisa_stephenso@storymakersCo Twitter: @emcurriculum Contact: Theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.com Music: "Moodswing" by Poddington Bear From the Free Music Archive CC by NC

S04 E08 - Story Makers: Creative Spaces for Wellbeing

In  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 find out more about Kate's research please visit http://kids.wp.txstate.edu/Twitter: @emcurriculumContact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.comMusic: "Moodswing" by Poddington BearFrom the Free Music ArchiveCC by NC

In  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 find out more about Kate's research please visit <a href="http://kids.wp.txstate.edu/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://kids.wp.txstate.edu/</a> Twitter: @emcurriculum Contact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.com Music: "Moodswing" by Poddington Bear From the Free Music Archive CC by NC

S04 E07 - Understanding the Links Between Social Cognition Skills and Social Anxiety

In 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 currently being redeveloped but will be available in September 2021. To find high quality books:https://www.poetryireland.ie/publicationshttp://booksforkeeps.co.ukhttps://childrensbooksireland.ie/reading-listshttps://ncte.org/awards/orbis-pictus-award-nonfiction-for-childrenhttps://literacyworldwide.org/get-resources/reading-lists/childrens-choices-reading-listEithne's research:Kennedy, E. (2018). Engaging children as readers and writers in high-poverty contexts. Journal of Research in Reading, 41 (4):716-731. DOI: 10.1111/1467-9817.12261Kennedy, E. (2014). Raising literacy achievement in high-poverty schools: An evidence-based approach. Research in Education series: Routledge, New York. Kennedy E. &amp; Shiel, G. (2010). Raising literacy levels with collaborative on-site professional development in an urban disadvantaged school. The Reading Teacher, 63 (5) pp.373-383. Special Themed Issue on Urban Education: International Reading Association, Delaware, U.S.Other research mentioned in the podcast:Wolf, M. K., Crosson, A. C., &amp; Resnick, L. B. (2005). Classroom Talk for Rigorous Reading Comprehension Instruction. Reading Psychology, 26(1), 27–53. https://doi.org/10.1080/02702710490897518Twitter: @emcurriculumMusic: "Moodswing" by Poddington BearFrom the Free Music ArchiveCC by NC

In 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 currently being redeveloped but will be available in September 2021. To find high quality books: <a href="https://www.poetryireland.ie/publications" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.poetryireland.ie/publications</a><a href="http://booksforkeeps.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://booksforkeeps.co.uk</a><a href="https://childrensbooksireland.ie/reading-lists" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://childrensbooksireland.ie/reading-lists</a><a href="https://ncte.org/awards/orbis-pictus-award-nonfiction-for-children/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://ncte.org/awards/orbis-pictus-award-nonfiction-for-children</a><a href="https://literacyworldwide.org/get-resources/reading-lists/childrens-choices-reading-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://literacyworldwide.org/get-resources/reading-lists/childrens-choices-reading-list</a>Eithne's research: Kennedy, E. (2018). Engaging children as readers and writers in high-poverty contexts. Journal of Research in Reading, 41 (4):716-731. DOI: 10.1111/1467-9817.12261Kennedy, E. (2014). Raising literacy achievement in high-poverty schools: An evidence-based approach. Research in Education series: Routledge, New York. Kennedy E. &amp; Shiel, G. (2010). Raising literacy levels with collaborative on-site professional development in an urban disadvantaged school. The Reading Teacher, 63 (5) pp.373-383. Special Themed Issue on Urban Education: International Reading Association, Delaware, U.S. Other research mentioned in the podcast: Wolf, M. K., Crosson, A. C., &amp; Resnick, L. B. (2005). Classroom Talk for Rigorous Reading Comprehension Instruction. Reading Psychology, 26(1), 27–53. <a href="https://psycnet.apa.org/doi/10.1080/02702710490897518" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://doi.org/10.1080/02702710490897518</a> Twitter: @emcurriculum Music: "Moodswing" by Poddington Bear From the Free Music Archive CC by NC

S04 E06 - Creating Literacy Environments to Build Readers, Writers and Thinkers

Resilience

In 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-18https://youngcarersinschools.com/about/young-carers/https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk/information/young-people/young-carers https://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/our-work-and-impact/children-and-families/young-carers/https://youngminds.org.uk/find-help/looking-after-yourself/young-carers/https://carers.org/about-caring/about-young-carershttps://www.barnardos.org.uk/what-we-do/helping-families/young-carershttps://carers.org/downloads/resources-pdfs/young-carers-in-schools/introduction-to-supporting-young-carers-in-schools.pdfTwitter: @emcurriculumMusic: "Moodswing" by Poddington BearFrom the Free Music ArchiveCC by NC

In 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: <a href="https://www.carersuk.org/help-and-advice/practical-support/getting-care-and-support/young-carers-and-carers-of-children-under-18" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.carersuk.org/help-and-advice/practical-support/getting-care-and-support/young-carers-and-carers-of-children-under-18</a><a href="https://youngcarersinschools.com/about/young-carers/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youngcarersinschools.com/about/young-carers/</a><a href="https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk/information/young-people/young-carershttps://youngminds.org.uk/find-help/looking-after-yourself/young-carers/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk/information/young-people/young-carers</a> <a href="https://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/our-work-and-impact/children-and-families/young-carers/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/our-work-and-impact/children-and-families/young-carers/</a><a href="https://youngminds.org.uk/find-help/looking-after-yourself/young-carers/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youngminds.org.uk/find-help/looking-after-yourself/young-carers/</a><a href="https://carers.org/about-caring/about-young-carers" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carers.org/about-caring/about-young-carers</a><a href="https://www.barnardos.org.uk/what-we-do/helping-families/young-carers" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.barnardos.org.uk/what-we-do/helping-families/young-carers</a><a href="https://carers.org/downloads/resources-pdfs/young-carers-in-schools/introduction-to-supporting-young-carers-in-schools.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carers.org/downloads/resources-pdfs/young-carers-in-schools/introduction-to-supporting-young-carers-in-schools.pdf</a> Twitter: @emcurriculum Music: "Moodswing" by Poddington Bear From the Free Music Archive CC by NC

S04 E05 - Exploring Resilience and Protective Factors for Young Carers

In 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 can read the paper here and find out more about Dr Phung's work here. Twitter: @emcurriculumMusic: "Moodswing" by Poddington BearFrom the Free Music ArchiveCC by NC

In 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 can read the paper <a href="https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10803-019-04072-3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here </a>and find out more about Dr Phung's work <a href="https://faculty.csusm.edu/jphung/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.  Twitter: @emcurriculum Music: "Moodswing" by Poddington Bear From the Free Music Archive CC by NC

S04 E04 - Martial Arts and Executive Functioning in Children with Autism

In 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@gmail.comMusic: "Moodswing" by Poddington BearFrom the Free Music ArchiveCC by NC

In 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: @emcurriculum Contact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.com Music: "Moodswing" by Poddington Bear From the Free Music Archive CC by NC

S04 E03 - Managing the Impact of Cyber Bullying

In 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.growingupareader.education.ed.ac.uk.  For details of her collaborative research projects, visit: https://lalco.org.uk/projects/.  You can follow Sarah on Twitter @DrSarahMcG. Twitter: @emcurriculumContact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.comMusic: "Moodswing" by Poddington BearFrom the Free Music ArchiveCC by NC

In 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: <a href="http://www.growingupareader.education.ed.ac.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.growingupareader.education.ed.ac.uk</a>.  For details of her collaborative research projects, visit: <a href="https://lalco.org.uk/projects/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://lalco.org.uk/projects/</a>.  You can follow Sarah on Twitter @DrSarahMcG.  Twitter: @emcurriculum Contact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.com Music: "Moodswing" by Poddington Bear From the Free Music Archive CC by NC

S04 E02 - Understanding Emotions and Motivation in Reading

In 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 her on Twitter @annahcook. NB: This episode is being released during the UK wide lockdown and we hope that some of the ideas will be useful when lockdown eases over the coming months. Twitter: @emcurriculumContact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.comMusic: "Moodswing" by Poddington BearFrom the Free Music ArchiveCC by NC

In 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 <a href="https://www.surrey.ac.uk/people/anna-cook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> or follow her on Twitter @annahcook.  NB: This episode is being released during the UK wide lockdown and we hope that some of the ideas will be useful when lockdown eases over the coming months.  Twitter: @emcurriculum Contact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.com Music: "Moodswing" by Poddington Bear From the Free Music Archive CC by NC

S04 E01 - The Social Relationships of Children on the Autistic Spectrum

In 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 project please visit Home | Heard (childrenheard.com).Twitter: @emcurriculumContact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.comMusic: "Moodswing" by Poddington BearFrom the Free Music ArchiveCC by NC

In 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 project please visit <a href="https://www.childrenheard.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Home | Heard (childrenheard.com)</a>. Twitter: @emcurriculum Contact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.com Music: "Moodswing" by Poddington Bear From the Free Music Archive CC by NC

S03 E07 - Children Heard: The views of children and young people during coronavirus

In 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 reading on the subjecthttps://thepsychologist.bps.org.uk/its-about-layers-disadvantage-these-children-face-schoolhttps://www.independent.co.uk/independentpremium/voices/schools-academies-students-children-ofsted-education-a9340741.htmlTwitter: @emcurriculumContact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.comMusic: "Moodswing" by Poddington BearFrom the Free Music ArchiveCC by NC

In 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 reading on the subject <a href="https://thepsychologist.bps.org.uk/its-about-layers-disadvantage-these-children-face-school" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thepsychologist.bps.org.uk/its-about-layers-disadvantage-these-children-face-school</a><a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/independentpremium/voices/schools-academies-students-children-ofsted-education-a9340741.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.independent.co.uk/independentpremium/voices/schools-academies-students-children-ofsted-education-a9340741.html</a> Twitter: @emcurriculum Contact: theemotionalcurriculum@gmail.com Music: "Moodswing" by Poddington Bear From the Free Music Archive CC by NC

S03 E06 - School exclusions in England: Why does is happen and what can be done?

The Emotional Curriculum

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