Episodes 229
Avg. Duration 29m
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Apple Rating 5.0 (3)
Since Jul 2020
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Psychology in the Classroom: bridging the gap between educational science and daily teaching practice. Hosted by Lucinda Powell, the show provides expert insights in education by translating complex educational psychology into actionable, science for educators. Through high-level education expert interviews, listeners gain access to the latest findings in the science of learning, including evidence-based revision strategies and methods for creating an effective classroom environment. If you are looking for psychological education tools to improve student outcomes, this podcast delivers a mix of theory deep-dives and educational myth busting.

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Recent Episodes

S14E22 Gender Identity Decoded: How Biology and Society Shape Who We Are

Jun 02, 2026 48m

...with Dr Diana Sorrentino In this episode, Dr. D, an expert on gender diversity and transgender identities with over 40 years of experience, explores gender identity's neurobiological foundations,…

S14E21 Changing the Narrative Around Neurodivergence in Schools

May 19, 2026 37m

With Prof Edmund Sonuga Barke and Dr. Susie Chandler. This episode marks the end of the series of podcasts on the RE-STAR project. In this final episode we discuss the four-and-a-half-year research…

S14E20 How Do Habits Shape Students' Use of Effective Learning Strategies?

May 05, 2026 30m

...with Ann-Kathrin Krause In this episode, Ann-Katrin Krause, a PhD student in educational psychology at the Leibniz Institute for Research and Information in Education in Frankfurt, discusses her…

S14E19 How Can Positive Psychology Transform Wellbeing in Secondary Schools?

Apr 21, 2026 38m

...with Hannah Brownhill To kick off the summer term, Hannah Brownhill, a positive psychology practitioner and former secondary teacher shares her insights into embedding wellbeing in to schools…

S14E18 Spring Takeover: Exploring the Multi-Store Model of Memory and the Rise of AI in Psychotherapy

Apr 14, 2026 14m

Kicking off the summer term, this episode features two brilliant sixth-form students sharing their passion for psychology. Estelle, a year 13 student unpacks the multi-store model of memory, offering…

S14E17 Dilemmas in the Classroom: How to Balance Inclusion and Individual Needs

Mar 04, 2026 47m

...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…

S14E16 Mental Health Research: Practical Tips for Teachers and Practitioners to Navigate the Evidence

Feb 11, 2026 39m

...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…

S14E15 The Power of Voice in the Classroom

Jan 28, 2026 30m

...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…

S14E14 How Can We Combat Cyber Aggression in Schools Today

Jan 14, 2026 41m

...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…

S14E13 How Teacher Emotions and Motivation Shape Student Success

Dec 10, 2025 29m

With Prof. Rebecca Lazarides In this motivational end-of-term episode, Professor Rebecca Lazarides (Professor for Empirical Research on Instruction and Schools at the University of Potsdam, Germany)…

S14E12 Speaking Up: How to Cultivate Confident Communicators in the Classroom

Dec 03, 2025 38m

...With Prof. Neil Mercer Neil Mercer is Emeritus Professor of Education at the University of Cambridge and a psychologist and in this episode we discuss the pivotal role of spoken language and oracy…

S14E11 Listening to Learners: How Meaningful Talk Fuels Motivation and Achievement

Nov 26, 2025 48m

…with Dr. Marc Skelton. In this episode we bridge the gap between classroom practice and psychological theory to share actionable strategies for fostering student success. Drawing on years of…

S14E10 SLOP: The Power of Repeated and Varied Practice in Education

Nov 19, 2025 42m

...with Dr Mike Hobbiss Mike is an experienced psychology teacher and co-author of "How to Teach Psychology: An Evidence-Informed Approach." In this episode Mike explains how learning and…

S14E9 Zines and Emotional Literacy: A Fun and Engaging Path to Better Mental Health

Nov 05, 2025 32m

…with Julie Kane In today's educational landscape, supporting young people's mental health and emotional literacy is more important than ever. We know that many young people are struggling with…

S14E8 Creating Safer Spaces: How Schools Can Foster Mental Wellbeing for All Students

Oct 14, 2025 41m

With Jade Davies, Dr Ola Demkowicz, Dr Khathustshelo Muluvhu-Malanga and Dr Laura Oxley In this final episode from the BPS Psychology of Education Setion's conference we hear from four experts on…

S14E7 Why Students Want AI Feedback but Crave Human Connection in Learning

Oct 07, 2025 19m

...with Professor Louise Taylor and Professor Silke Paulmann In this episode of Psychology in the Classroom, Professor Louise Taylor discusses students' perceptions of using generative AI for…

S14E6 Evaluating Mental Health in Schools: Tools, Challenges, and Collaborative Solutions for Success

Sep 30, 2025 20m

…with Dr Charlotte Bagnall and Annie O'Brien In this episode, Charlotte and Annie discuss the complexities of mental health and wellbeing interventions in schools with me. We explored the challenges…

S14E5 From words to action: how teacher language shapes student success

Sep 23, 2025 28m

...with Prof David Putwain, Dr Laura Nicholson and Mahdi Moazzen This episode is a lively discussion with educational researchers Prof. David Putwain, Dr. Laura Nicholson, and Mahdi Moazzen. We…

S14E4 The Benefits of Reading for Pleasure: Unlocking a World of Opportunities

Sep 16, 2025 24m

...with Prof. Teresa Cremin. In this episode, Professor Teresa Cremin from the Open University, an expert on reading for pleasure, talks about why encouraging children to read voluntarily is so…

S14E3 Unpacking the Complexities of Bullying: From Counter Connecting to Whole-School Solutions

Sep 09, 2025 31m

...with Dr Julia Badger In this episode of #Psychologyintheclassroom bullying expert Dr Julia Badger, from Oxford University discusses her conference talk, "Peer Power: Understanding and Changing…

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