Best Behaviour Lab Podcasts (2024)

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#72: Let’s have a heart to heart… How are you going? Plus, big news on how The Unteachables is changing. 23:15

2h ago23:15

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Let me ask you a question, teacher friend... How are you, really? I have thought long and hard about how I view teacher wellbeing, what it is, how we get it, and there are so many factors that we need to consider: How much autonomy and trust you have. The support you’re getting from leadership. The culture of the school. How empowered you feel in y…

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#71: Kids don’t learn off people they don’t like… but getting them to like you is sometimes easier said than done! How to reach and teach students with big behaviours. 15:54

7d ago15:54

15:54

Welcome back to another episode of The Unteachables Podcast, teacher friends! Today I delve into the final chapter of my book, It's Never Just About the Behaviour. If you want to listen to this series from the start, head back to episode 65! Yes, building relationships is important... but dang is it hard with some students! On today's episode I giv…

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#70: I truly didn't believe all of my students could succeed. Why this was diabolical for behaviour and engagement, and what I had to change. 22:39

14d ago22:39

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Today, I dive into a strategy from Pillar 6 from my newly released book, 'It's Never Just About the Behaviour' which explores the essential connection between quality teaching, learning, and managing challenging classroom behaviours. In this episode, I explore two key reasons why teaching and learning is inextricably linked with classroom managemen…

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#69: How to give instructions that students get (and follow!!). Avoiding classroom confusion and chaos by using the 'Get Ready, Get Set, Go!' strategy. 19:31

22d ago19:31

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This week, I dive into Pillar 5 of "It's Never Just About the Behavior." In this episode, I emphasize the importance of clarity in your holistic classroom management approach, and provide practical strategies to ensure students understand and meet expectations. Today I discuss: The Importance of Clarity in Expectations: Why clear communication is c…

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Season One - Wrap up and Suggestions 18:10

12d ago18:10

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The first season of The DRIVEN Lab is over. In today's episode, we talk about what we have covered and what are our objectives for the next season. Thanks for tagging along, and please send us your suggestions, we really need your point of view for the next season. Enjoy the summer break, and we will see you soon. If you are interested in The DRIVE…

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#68: Turning your classroom into an island of safety for every single student (oh, and for yourself as the teacher, of course) 18:06

28d ago18:06

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Consistency in classroom management is more than just a routine; it’s a pathway to creating an "island of safety" for your students. From the moment students walk into the classroom to the way lessons are structured, consistency can significantly reduce anxiety and foster a supportive learning environment. In this episode, I delve into the fourth p…

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#67: So you want to move away from punitive discipline? Here’s where to start. 25:13

1M ago25:13

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Welcome to today's episode where I dive deep into Pillar 3 of my upcoming book, "It's Never Just About the Behaviour." This pillar focuses on the importance of compassion in classroom management, but not in the way you might expect. I will explore actionable, compassionate pedagogy that moves beyond traditional exclusionary practices. In this episo…

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#66: Are you caught in the vicious cycle of reactive classroom management? 13:49

1M ago13:49

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Welcome to this week’s episode! If you missed last week, head back and catch up, because this is week 2 of digging into pillars from my new book, It’s Never Just About the Behaviour, which is available for pre-order and will be released at the end of June/start of July. In this episode, I'll be focusing on Pillar 2: Be Calm. One of the most impactf…

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#65: Redefining a strong approach to classroom management: It's about so much more than just the behaviour. 15:40

2M ago15:40

15:40

Welp… it’s happening. The past 670 days have led to me being able to say this next sentence…. NEXT MONTH MY BOOK, 'IT’S NEVER JUST ABOUT THE BEHAVIOUR’, IS FINALLY HITTING THE SHELVES!! It feels like a lifetime ago since I signed the contract above the title ‘author’. The imposter syndrome was real. Author? Me? How the hell am I going to pull this …

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Depression and Anxiety in People with Heart Conditions 36:01

2M ago36:01

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Do depression and anxiety affect the lives of people with heart conditions? 🤔Can we prevent, rather than cure, depression and anxiety in people with heart conditions? 🤷‍♀️ Today, we are joined by Susanne Pedersen, Professor of Cardiology Psychology at the University of Southern Denmark. She is a psychologist who has mainly worked in the field of be…

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#64: Conquering the colossal to do-list, embracing imperfection, and being "more like Kerrie". Swimming, surviving, and thriving, with Ashley from Rainbow Sky Creations 44:02

2M ago44:02

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In this episode of The Unteachables Podcast, I sit down with Ashley, a seasoned teacher with 18 years of experience and half of the wonderful Rainbow Sky Creation crew, to discuss practical strategies for managing the demands of teaching. Ashley shares invaluable tips that every teacher, especially those in their early years, can benefit from. From…

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How the alcoholism model evolved: IAS Alert episode with Dr James Morris & Jem Roberts 30:05

2M ago30:05

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In this episode Jem Roberts, Communications Manager at the Institute of Alcohol Studies, interviews our host Dr James Morris. The episode was originally produced by the Institute of Alcohol Studies. They discuss how the model of alcoholism evolved and led to beliefs about alcohol problems being heavily focused on the severe end of the spectrum. Dr …

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#63: Blame my brain! What's behind those big, bad, bold, and downright bloody baffling behaviours. 19:05

2M ago19:05

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In today's episode, we're diving deep into understanding behaviours driven by the stress response. This foundational knowledge is crucial for any teacher looking to transform their classroom into an island of safety for their students which nurtures connection, reduces anxiety, and promotes growth. In this episode, I discuss: 1/ The stress response…

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#62. 'Apathetic' teenagers, post-pandemic classrooms, and finding all the glimmers with Dr Lori Desautels 51:08

2M ago51:08

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On today's episode I speak to the brilliant Dr Lori Desautels to answer one of the big behaviour questions I am often asked... What's going on with apathetic teenage behaviour?! As well as this, we speak about: Neuroplasticity and why it is crucial for teachers to have an understanding around. How we can transform the experiences and education of o…

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#61. “Make me a sandwich”. How we can address the alarming misogyny present in our classrooms. 23:53

3M ago23:53

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Download the guide: Addressing misogyny in the classroom In the wake of recent events sparking renewed conversations about gender-based violence, the imperative for educators to address misogyny in the classroom has never been more pressing. Samantha Schulz's article, "Make me a sandwich," sheds light on a disturbing reality: the behaviors and lang…

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Behaviour change strategies in digital health interventions 36:27

3M ago36:27

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Do behavioural change strategies work? 🤔Are health apps appropriate for people's needs? 🤷‍♀️ Today, we are joined by Alessio Bricca, Assistant Professor at the University of Southern Denmark. He is an exercise physiologist with a PhD in health sciences, committed to understanding how to help patients with chronic conditions improve their physical a…

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#60. Students not taking accountability for their behaviours? Here's what to do. 16:56

3M ago16:56

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Click here to download all 71 behaviour response prompts! Tell me if this sounds familiar, teacher friend... You have struggled to get through even a minute of teacher-led instruction because of one student who is cutting you off at every turn. It has a knock on effect, causing other students to become disengaged and dysregulated. You become increa…

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#59: Struggle with boundaries as a teacher? This one sentence will change absolutely everything about how you see them, and hold them. 14:55

3M ago14:55

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Struggle with boundaries as a teacher? Safe to say you're not alone on that one. These stats are scary: (NASUWT survey Nov 2023) 87% of teachers say their workload has increased in the past year. Teachers are working 54 hours a week on average (you just know some are working 40, and some are working 70!!) 83% of teachers believe their job has adver…

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#58: Do your students take you seriously? How to balance being warm, friendly, and approachable, with holding crucial behaviour boundaries. 13:57

3M ago13:57

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Is it possible that being too friendly is harming your classroom management efforts? No. Okay, maybe a little, but not in the way you think. Does the below resonate? You feel like you have a really great relationship with your students, but when it is time to get to the business side of things and get some serious work done, the energy is high, the…

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#57: “You'll NOT act a fool in my classroom and go unchecked!” What it really looks like to have solid classroom expectations and boundaries (HINT: It's not that) 14:48

4M ago14:48

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What comes to mind when I say that as teachers we need... STRONG expectations and FIRM, CONSISTENT boundaries. Does it sound like: "You as a student are not going to act a fool in my classroom and go UNCHECKED. You are not going to be rude and disrespectful UNCHECKED. And yes go tell your parent I said it! Standards and boundaries from DAY 1!" OR d…

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341 - Prevention & Intervention Strategies for AD 46:41

4M ago46:41

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Naila brings you 21 articles from January 2024, on non-pharmacological approaches to the prevention and intervention of Alzheimer's disease. You'll be treated to research from computational modeling, to rodent models, to clinical trials, with a particular focus on optimizing and personalizing intervention strategies. This episode also covers some r…

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What is alcohol treatment? With Dr Luke Mitcheson & Dr Mike Kelleher 32:28

4M ago32:28

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In this episode we discuss alcohol treatment with two highly experienced practitioners, Dr Luke Mitcheson and Dr Mike Kelleher. We cover key components of effective treatment, mental health and other important issues, and other important issues such as the importance of the individual in leading their recovery. Dr Luke Mitcheson is a Consultant Cli…

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340 - Structure Neuroimaging in Alzheimer's Disease using AI 31:26

4M ago31:26

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Join Christy for 12 papers from January 2024 on structural neuroimaging in the diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease. This episode is a bit different from past ones because it's all about the use of machine learning and deep learning. Whether you're an AI researcher or simply curious about the topic, you won't want to miss this episode. Detecting AD (3:…

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#56: TEACHER PEP TALK! Feeling powerless in the classroom? Disempowered? Disrespected? Like you have no control? This is for you. 18:40

4M ago18:40

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Classroom management can, oftentimes, leave teachers grappling with feelings of inadequacy, self-doubt, failure, and powerlessness. You might feel walked all over, that you can't do anything about behaviour, that your students simply don't care about what you're teaching. This can be an incredibly disempowering place to be in as a human being, and …

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Physical activity promotion in the built environment 54:07

4M ago54:07

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Can the shape and architecture of your neighbourhood make you move more? 🤔 Today, we are joined by Thomas Bredahl, Associate Professor at the Department of Sports Science and Biomechanics, University of Southern Denmark. We discuss if and how active transportation is a solution for reducing physical inactivity, and what are the main ways in which w…

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#55: Q&A. Help! I get ZERO support, advice, or mentorship from my leaders around the challenging behaviours in my class. [A SNEAK PEAK INTO THE PRIVATE PODCAST] 13:19

4M ago13:19

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A very special bonus episode coming to you from the That'll Teach 'Em Private Podcast! On today's episode I answer Michelle's 'question' (well - I respond to her comment). "This can’t start quick enough - I wouldn’t even call myself a new teacher but I am drowning in behaviour and whenever I reach out for help, and I'm not shy in doing so I’m so ke…

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339 - Treatments Targeting Neuroprotection in Alzheimer's Disease 19:10

4M ago19:10

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Another series of AMiNDR kicks off with this episode. Anusha takes you through 7 papers published in January 2024 targeting neuroprotection in AD. If you'd like to hear about potential compounds that could reduce neurodegeneration in Alzheimer's disease, this is the episode for you. Testing for neuroprotection in cell lines (2:57) Testing for neuro…

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#54: So if punishment is OFF the table, what is ON it when it comes to behaviour? 3 tangible takeaways to implementing a non-punitive classroom management approach. 21:07

4M ago21:07

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So the research shows that punishment doesn’t change behaviour? So then what do we actually do as teachers? What’s on the table when other things feel like they are off it? In today's episode: I give you a few ins and outs of the impact of punitive punishment Why sometimes it seems to really work 3 really tangible takeaways you can immediately appl…

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#53: If your classroom management doesn't include these 3 things, it won't work. A walk through of my entire classroom management approach. 25:07

5M ago25:07

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It is so easy to get lost in the noise in teaching. ‘Best practices’ are pretty dependant on who you speak to. Some will advocate for a trauma informed approach, some talk about restorative practice like it is the holy grail. Some will call it different names entirely. Some still stand by the use of extrinsic rewards and detentions, there is PBL, P…

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#52: I had a strong why, but I was still a weak teacher. What it really took to develop my classroom management practice. 24:15

5M ago24:15

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We are often told to go back to our 'why' as teachers when things get tough. My goodness is it important for us to have a strong purpose in a job like teaching, yet it certainly is no classroom management magic bullet. Why, oh why, is a why not enough? Because it takes FAR more to have a strong, compassionate, and calm approach to teaching. In this…

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Behind the Scenes of Back Pain with Professor Alice Kongsted: Insights from Cutting-Edge Research 53:19

5M ago53:19

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Is there someone who has not experienced back pain once in their life? 🤔 In this episode, we are joined by Alice Kongsted, Professor at the University of Southern Denmark Unit of Clinical Biomechanics. We discuss back pain and how it influences people's lives. We then dive into the world of painkillers and how they affect people's pain perception (…

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#51: How to become a 'Disruptive Educator', and make the move from high-control to compassion-driven classrooms with Bobby Morgan of The Liberation Lab 49:09

5M ago49:09

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On today's podcast episode I interview probably THE most quotable guest I have had on the show. Bobby Morgan, the founder of The Liberation Lab, is a spearhead for disruptive education practices that break away from the confining norms of high-control teaching. We unravel the threads of deficit ideologies and reimagine a classroom where culturally …

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338 - Interview with Joseph Liang - Navigating The Journey To (And Through) Graduate School 24:44

5M ago24:44

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Another special episode to help kick off our return! In what we hope to be a recurring special series, an interview with members in our scholarly community on navigating the multiple facets of life as a scientist. In the first episode, host Kevin Nishimura interviews one of our own Joseph Liang on his personal journey to and through graduate school…

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#50: Teachers with few behaviour issues have the following 5 things in common... Or do they? 22:00

5M ago22:00

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There are absolutely no absolutes when it comes to behaviour. So when somebody makes a sweeping generalisation that if you do X, Y, and Z you will have very few behavioural issues in your class, they are misleading you, big time. In this podcast episode I talk about a very misleading teaching post I stumbled upon on social media. It was divisive. I…

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337 - Prevention & Intervention Strategies for AD 29:29

5M ago29:29

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In today's episode, Naila provides an overview of 14 articles published in November 2023 on non-pharmacological interventions for AD. You'll hear about cognitive training, music therapy, chair yoga, providing support to caregivers, and a range of neural stimulation techniques. Enjoy! Cognitive and Social Factors (2:26) Lifestyle interventions (13:4…

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In conversation with Millie Gooch 37:47

5M ago37:47

37:47

In this episode we talk to Millie Gooch, founder of Sober Girl Society. Millie talks about her journey to sobriety and how this led her to setting up alcohol free spaces and events for the sober curious. We discuss the current role of sobriety and possible reasons behind recent growth in sobriety movements, mindful drinking and other alcohol-free c…

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#49: No homework, no mandatory testing, AND shorter school days? The observations of an Australian teacher exploring Finland's world-class education system. 45:01

6M ago45:01

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On today’s episode I talk to Jess Steadman who is an experienced Australian primary educator. You might know her as @thesydneyteacher on Instagram where she develops resources for teachers, but I brought her on the podcast today because she recently went on a study tour of Finland! Finland routinely tops rankings for education, yet what we know is …

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336 - Treatments Targeting Cholinergic Neurotransmission in AD 29:24

6M ago29:24

29:24

Join us as we cover a set of papers published in November 2023 on treatments targeting cholinergic transmission in Alzheimer's disease. In this episode hosted by Christy, we will go over various topics, from drug discovery using synthesized compounds to drug testing of plant extracts, as well as improving drug delivery through the blood-brain barri…

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Talk with the DRIVEN´s directors 41:23

6M ago41:23

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What is DRIVEN? Why was it established? What does DRIVEN do? 🤔 In this episode, we are going to talk with the directors of the DRIVEN Centre. They take us into the world of Behavioural and Motivational Sciences, explain to us why these aspects are important, and how we can promote behavioural changes in different populations. We discuss the fields …

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Welcome to The DRIVEN Lab: Mini Episode 7:43

6M ago7:43

7:43

Welcome to The DRIVEN LAB! Before we officially start our journey, we would like to introduce ourselves and share with you what we are going to talk about during this podcast. Why did we decide to start this podcast? What are we going to do? You can find the answers to these questions during this bonus mini-episode. Please, join and follow us on In…

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#48: Should we be ‘letting things slide’ as teachers? Or should we be holding students accountable for every little challenging behaviour? 22:21

6M ago22:21

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Classroom management is nothing if not confusing. One of the things I have been told along the way is that we need to be picking our battles with behaviour. Another thing I have ALSO been told along the way is that we shouldn't be letting things slide. I have also given both of these pieces of advice at different times in my career. So what do we d…

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335 - A Conversation with Gina Martin: Bringing Visual Awareness to Dementia 52:00

6M ago52:00

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As we get back up to speed on our regular episodes, we thought we'd treat you (and ourselves) to something out of the ordinary: a conversation on how visual storytelling can shape how we think - and feel - about Alzheimer's disease. Host Naila Kuhlmann had the pleasure of interviewing Gina Martin, who founded the Bob and Diane Fund to support and p…

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334 -Treatments Targeting Neuroprotection in Alzheimer's Disease 27:07

6M ago27:07

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Hello listeners, it’s been a while since we last released an episode but we are back with another series here at AMiNDR bringing you a synopsis of publications on Alzheimer’s disease (AD) research on various topics that were released in November of 2023. In this episode, Anusha takes you through 11 papers testing potential neuroprotective agents fo…

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#47: How teachers are set up to fail, what SHOULD be included in teacher training, and what a trauma-informed approach looks like in action. A discussion with Em Gentle, founder of The Grad Guide 51:15

6M ago51:15

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Today I am joined on the podcast with Em Gentle, a graduate teacher mentor, fellow edu-podcaster, and founder of the grad guide where she supports new teachers adopt a trauma informed approach to teaching. In today’s episode we go on all the rants including: What teachers should be taught in teacher preparation programs before entering the professi…

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#46: What it really takes to change behaviour with the hardest to teach (and why it can take so damn long)! 25:29

6M ago25:29

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Today on the podcast we will be talking about working with the students who are the hardest to teach, and the hardest to reach. The students who you are told to try to build the relationship with, but they resist it and throw it back in your face. The students who need a hell of a lot of support, and let’s face it probably need a placement that is …

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#45: Are you classroom managing like a fist, or a palm? A game-changing metaphor that will shape the way you approach behaviour in the heat of the moment 23:18

7M ago23:18

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In today’s episode, I am going to be giving you a visual metaphor to approaching challenging classroom behaviour that can be a game changer. This is something that I was taught way back in my first year of teaching and it has stuck with me ever since. It is one of the things that started to really build my own classroom management approach to what …

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#44: The one thing you need to do during the holidays to improve your classroom management in 2024. 17:32

7M ago17:32

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I spent the first 5 years of my career feeling like I needed to be ‘all over’ every single facet of the lesson to contain and reduce challenging behaviours. This meant working through almost every weekend and break that I had. Yes, it helped my classroom management! I was able to create lessons that were well-resourced, pitched right, scaffolded br…

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#43: 2023: The year I became a mother, a wife, and an author. Reflections, regrets, and lessons learnt. 25:53

8M ago25:53

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2023 has been one of the biggest, and most transformational times in my life. Both professionally, and personally. It has been a year where too many dreams decided to show up at once (I understand how much of an oxymoron that is). So I just had to lean into the beautiful chaos of it all and MAKE it work. I had a baby. I wrote a book. I ran my busin…

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#42: Want to do some laid-back learning at the end of the year, and STILL maintain a calm and controlled environment? This is what you need to know. 20:30

8M ago20:30

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As the year draws to a close, things start to get increasingly challenging. You have your head teacher telling you that you need to keep learning until the last minute, even though you KNOW your students are checked out (and let’s be honest, we’re teetering on that edge too). Your students are becoming more and more unsettled. The energy shifts. Th…

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#41: What Is the Conscious Competence Ladder, and Why You Need to Know About It for Learning, Behavior, and Your Own Professional Development. 17:45

8M ago17:45

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One of the things that used to really grind my gears as a teacher was when I was trying to teach a new skill to students, whether it be an analytical response or a piece of creative writing, and they would say something like the following: “I know how to do this already” “This is baby work, I did it in Year 3”, Or the worst one… “Why do I have to l…

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