They Behave For Me

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Welcome to They Behave For Me, a podcast brought to you by Adam Boxer and Amy Forrester covering all things education: politics, curriculum, Teaching and Learning and much more. Join us for thought provoking ideas, concrete strategies and plenty of jokes. Press subscribe to get TBFM every Friday! TBFM is powered by Carousel Learning

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Episode 23: The legendary Paul Kirschner is in the house!

May 24 2024 58 mins

In this interview, Adam and Amy get to talk to one of their educational heroes: cognitive scientist Paul Kirschner. Join them as they discuss foundational principles from cognitive science, the difference between being evidence based and evidence informed, and the prevalence of educational myths.

Episode 22: do we care too much about students' haircuts?

May 17 2024 42 mins

In this episode, Adam and Amy discuss our obsession with student presentation and if it's worth caring about. They also take questions from the audience about trainee-mentor relationships and the role of creative subjects within schools.

Episode 21: What can we learn from the best schools in New York?

May 10 2024 58 mins

In this episode, Adam and Amy are joined by the legend that is Jon Hutchinson. Join them to discuss Jon's recent trip to the land of the brave where he visited a number of remarkable schools in New York.

Episode 20: What can schools to do combat societal disadvantage?

Apr 26 2024 45 mins

In this episode, Adam and Amy are joined by Charley from Sutton Trust to look at an extremely serious issue: the under-representation of pupil premium students in great schools. Tune in to learn about what has caused this issue, how it varies across the country and what schools can do about it.

Episode 19: What the hell is going on with behaviour?

Mar 28 2024 49 mins

In this episode, Adam and Amy are joined by Teacher Tapp superstar Grainne Hallahan to discuss all things tattoos, behaviour and more. Tune in and share our last episode before a short Easter break.

Episode 18: Do children naturally want to learn?

Mar 22 2024 44 mins

In this episode, Adam and Amy dive into a mini-controversy surrounding some things that were or weren't said at a researchED conference last week. Tune in for all the behaviour nuance you need!

Episode 17: Should I apply to be a head of department?

Mar 15 2024 45 mins

In this episode, Adam and Amy take questions from the listeners: should we use clipboards when teaching? Should I apply to be a head of department or am I too inexperienced? How should I seat my students and, most importantly, what's the deal with the intro music?

Episode 16: What are parents saying about attendance?

Mar 08 2024 57 mins

In this episode, Adam and Amy start by discussing Martin Lewis and financial education, move on to looking at the national outlook for pay and finish by delving into the data on attendance and looking at testimony around absences. Music: Chicken Hut Bluegrass by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Episode 15: What should you do if your school sucks?

Mar 01 2024 61 mins

In this episode, Adam and Amy discuss dysfunctional schools and how teachers should respond to all the mad things they are supposed to do. They also look at tips for interviewing (both sides of the table) and briefly examine Labour's new anti-misogyny plans.

Episode 14: Why you should ban phones in schools

Feb 23 2024 63 mins

In this episode, Adam and Amy discuss mobile phone usage in teenagers and take a deep dive into the evidence around changing social norms and behaviours. Tune in, and remember to share!