Digital jewels, Interactive whiteboard haters, and more. In this episode, Andy, Emily and Adam are joined again by Researcher, Teacher and Cheshire and Wirral Maths Hub Lead, Andy Ash to continue the conversation about the impact the use of technology has on student’s mental health. What does this impact look like in school? Where will technology go in the future? Plus, find out which social media platform’s adverts know Adam down to a tee.

Electronic cocaine, Instagram falseness, and more. In this episode, Andy, Emily and Adam are joined again by Researcher, Teacher and Cheshire and Wirral Maths Hub Lead, Andy Ash to discuss the impact the use of technology has on student’s mental health. Are attention spans shortening? Plus, talk on the shift of control - do the devices now control us?

Forest Bathing, Stinging Beasts, and more. In this episode, Andy and Adam are joined by The School of School Producer Robin, to discuss the benefits of exploring the outdoors and being amongst nature. Should field trips have less restrictions and tasks for pupils? What can inner-city schools do to explore nature? Plus, find out how to boost your creativity by 50%.

Master Yoda, Bill Campbell, and more. In this episode, Andy and Adam discuss the topic of professional development for teachers and leaders. Who teaches the people at the top? How can Headteachers get help? Plus, find out what lessons can be taken from the Singaporean system.

Totem Poles, Oysters in June, and more. In this episode, Andy, Emily and Adam are joined again by Fiona Smith - Product Manager at Maths — No Problem! to discuss the impact of learning through storytelling. Do we need to hear more maths storytelling in class? Does it already exist through explorative learning on the carpet listening to the teacher? Plus, hear about the amazing life and work of Alan Hermanson.

Technology changes, maths lessons for parents, and more. In this episode, Andy and Adam are joined again by Assistant Headteacher and Literacy Consultant, Katy Reeve, to discuss the relationship between school and parents. In what ways can schools build a stronger connection to parents? Do parents have anxiety with the way maths is now taught? Plus, Adam talks about managing a parent’s concerns and issues. This episode features an extra special guest — Adam’s pooch called Tink. Listen out for him in the background begging for attention!

Music theory, framing the focus, and more. In this mountainous episode of the podcast we have two Andes! — terrible pun, apologies — Andy Psarianos, CEO at Maths — No Problem! and Andy Ash, a researcher, teacher and Cheshire and Wirral Maths Hub Lead. They’re joined by regular hosts Emily and Adam to discuss the false argument between cognitive load theory and teaching through problem solving. Plus, Andy Ash shares two pointers that’ll make a huge difference for maths teachers.

The 3-ness of 3, mandarins, and more. In this episode, Andy and Adam are joined by  Assistant Headteacher and Literacy Consultant, Katy Reeve, to discuss the connections between reading and maths. Do we need to emphasise more that maths word problems are just a reading exercise? Are quadratic equations useful at all in real life? Plus, Adam makes a maths sentence out of Andy’s breakfast.

Alien characters, self awareness, and more.  In this episode, Andy and Adam are joined again by Justin Bullard, Founder and CEO of MPath Productions, to discuss the value of developing empathy skills and emotional intelligence in children. What’s the value of monster or alien characters in terms of connecting with kids? Plus, hear what are the emotional differences between kids and adults... are there even any?

Sucking it up, Johnny cash, and more. In this episode, Andy and Adam are joined again by Justin Bullard, Founder and CEO of MPath Productions, to continue their discussion on building confident, empathetic learners. How can we manage punishment to better a bully’s perception and understanding? What was a turning point for Justin in terms of understanding others? Plus, the generational difference with handling emotions and empathy is discussed.