Tutorcast

Insights from Educational Psychology

In this podcast episode Vicky chats to Dr David Lamb who is an experienced and skilled educational psychologist. Join David as he imparts his insightful strategies for cultivating positive relationships between educators and learners, drawing from his experiences working with schools in Northern England. Through his innovative venture, WOWW Psychology Limited, Dr Lamb introduces a solution-focused approach named WOWW (Working on What Works). Tune in to his exploration of the world of educational psychology and therapeutic practices, delving deep into the practical applications of these techniques within school settings. Uncover how these transformative methods not only empower tutors and teachers but also uplift students and enrich the entire teaching community.
Embark on an exploration of the adaptation of these practices for tutoring environments, uncovering ways to foster positive interactions and student empowerment. Gain a profound understanding of the vital elements of relatedness, autonomy, and competency – three key factors crucial for nurturing intrinsic motivation.
Find out more here:
Twitter @WOWWpsychology
The Learning Exchange | Applied Psychologies | England |
@AppPsych
If you feel as passionately about creating educational equity as we do at Tutor Trust, please get in touch to share your views and, who knows, you may be a guest on a future Tutorcast episode!
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What Next? Exploring the National Tutoring Programme’s Impact on Tutoring

In this episode of Tutorcast, we have three special guests discussing the remarkable impact of the National Tutoring Program (NTP) over the past three years. Our first segment features Jenny Muter, an experienced secondary teacher and Director of Impact at Tutor Trust, along with Ben Gadsby, the Head of Policy and Research at Impetus, a UK-based charity. They delve into the game-changing initiative of the NTP and share their insights on the future of tutoring. Later in the episode, Madeehah Khan-Israeel, one of Tutor Trust's longest-serving tutors, joins us to provide a personal perspective on working with tutees during the pandemic and throughout the NTP's journey. Get ready for fascinating discussions on the impact of tutoring on schools, pupils, and parents, as well as the importance of continued funding for tutoring in the post-NTP era.
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What’s in Your Tutoring Toolkit? Strategies for Student Engagement [Part One]

Join Vicky in this insightful episode as she uncovers the secrets behind successful tutoring strategies. Viv and Dawn, exceptional tutors from Tutor Trust, share their practical wisdom and favourite approaches to student engagement.
Discover innovative tutoring techniques and learn about the powerful Snap Survey tool used by our tutors to nurture relationships with students. Developed through Tutor Trust's collaboration in a Randomised Control Trial commissioned by the Education Endowment Foundation, this simple game aims to increase attendance by finding common interests. You can find it here: Snap Survey – Offline | The Behavioural Insights Team (bi.team)
Whether you're an experienced tutor or just starting out, this episode provides valuable insights and inspiration to invigorate your sessions and nurture a genuine love for learning.
We’d love to find out your own top tips for engaging and encouraging students in their studies. Why not drop us a message/post on our socials @TheTutorTrust?
Grab your notebook, sit back, and dive into our tutoring toolkit!
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From Teacher to Tutor: How Making the Move Transformed my Life

In this episode, James Brewer (Recruitment Communications Lead at Tutor Trust) chats with qualified teachers Lola Albarn and Cailum Finnegan about their experiences of becoming tutors with Tutor Trust. Lola and Cailum share why they made the decision to move into tutoring, and how their Qualified Teacher Status has been a valuable asset in their new careers.
If you're a qualified teacher looking for your next challenge, tutoring with Tutor Trust allows you to take control of your teaching by identifying your tutees’ individual learning needs and tailoring your sessions to help your pupils reach their full potential. With flexible working hours and the ability to work in a smaller classroom environment, usually with just three pupils, becoming a tutor can be a rewarding and less stressful alternative to traditional classroom teaching. Your Qualified Teacher Status will be highly valued, setting you apart from other graduates who tutor. The National Tutoring Programme has highlighted the crucial role tutoring plays in helping children achieve their full educational potential. Join us as we explore the benefits of becoming a tutor with Tutor Trust and how this career path can allow you to continue doing what you love.
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Tutoring Plus and Mental Health

Join Vicky as she sits down with Jo from our Tutoring Plus Team to find out more about the team's vital work with some of the North's most challenged and inspiring young people. And that's not all! Jo also brings in a special guest, Nicole, a forensic psychologist, to delve into the critical topic of mental health in the classroom. Discover valuable insights and practical tips on how tutors can make a real difference in the lives of young people. Tune in for a must-listen episode packed with knowledge and inspiration!   
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Improving Tuition with Retrieval Practice and Cognitive Load Theory

In this episode, we’re joined by Liz Birchinall, Programme Director of the Primary PGCE at the University of Manchester, who shares her insights into cognitive science and how pupils learn. Tune in to hear some great practical strategies to use in the classroom. Liz also offers some suggestions about how best to use educational research and shares her thoughts on Cognitive Load and ensuring we give students the space to learn, without overloading them.
Find out more about how educators can use Retrieval Practice as a strategy that can help pupils remember information more effectively. It involves regularly retrieving information from memory, which strengthens memory trace and makes it easier to recall the information in the future.
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Quality Tuition Matters

In the latest episode, we meet three members of our Quality Team, and find out why quality assurance is such a high priority here at Tutor Trust.  Vicky Sadler, our Deputy Director of Training, chats to Matt Wallis and Lucy Farnan-Stone about their roles, the importance of delivering high-quality tuition for our tutees in primary and secondary schools, and how we work with our tutors to ensure we maximise the impact of every hour of tuition.
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Poverty and Place [Part Two]

In part 2 of ‘Poverty and Place’ we continue the conversation with Dr Carl Emery and Louisa Dawes who we met in part 1. Carl and Louisa share some practical strategies for educators working with pupils facing poverty in schools, as well as sharing more about the Local Matters programme and the impact it has had on local communities.
Find out more here: https://neu.org.uk/child-poverty/local-matters-educating-sense-place
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Poverty and Place [Part One]

In this episode, ‘Poverty and Place’ (part 1), we are joined by Dr Carl Emery and Louisa Dawes, lecturers and researchers in education, social justice, poverty and disadvantage at the Manchester Institute of Education at the University of Manchester. Together they run the 'Local Matters' programme which advocates for a different response from schools and community organisations to address the needs of children and families living in poverty. In Part One we find out how poverty shapes educational outcomes.
Find out more here:
https://neu.org.uk/child-poverty/local-matters-educating-sense-place
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Tutorcast - Tutor Trust’s new podcast [Trailer]

In our debut episode, we welcome you to Tutorcast, Tutor Trust's very own podcast. You'll hear about our organisation, the work that we do and why we are starting our podcast.
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