In this episode, Adam and Amy look at how things have changed post-covid. Is attendance getting worse? Is behaviour getting worse? Are parents getting harder to deal with? And if the answer is yes, then why? 

Episode 2 - Difficult parents, Educating Essex and the Social Contract

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In this episode, Adam and Amy are once again joined by the fabulous Grainne from the TeacherTapp team. In the episode, they start by discussing observations, and how Adam's school has gone about creating a positive culture around peer-to-peer observations. They also discuss some exclusive data from TeacherTapp about detentions, and what students do - and should be doing - when they are in detention.

How can you build a positive culture around observations?

In this episode, Adam and Amy explore CPD and why it's normally a bit rubbish. They also look at the Conservative plans to introduce National Service and look for the grain of truth at the bottom of a bonkers policy. 

Episode 24: Why does CPD suck, and who wants to do National Service?

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 23: The legendary Paul Kirschner is in the house!

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

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 2 - Difficult parents, Educating Essex and the Social Contract

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