Applying critical pedagogy to re-imagine education and empower communities
My experiences as an Educational Psychologist and home educating parent have given me cause to ask the questions; what is…
Resources: The Engagement Profile
The Engagement Profile’s core approach is that “sustainable learning can only occur when there is meaningful engagement” (Engagement 4 Learning)….
Resources: ACT Conversation Cards
‘ACT Conversation Cards are a therapeutic tool for working with values in line with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy’ (Hayes & …
Ian: a short film about inclusion
“Ian” is a short, animated film based on the life and experiences of nine year old Ian from Argentina. The…
Resources: The Sensory Profile
I find the Dunn Sensory Profile a useful tool in relation to explaining some behaviours and use it as a…
VIG: an animation
This short animated film about Video Interaction Guidance (VIG) was commissioned by Cornwall Council and made by two talented 2nd…
EPs and INSETs: a reflection on practice for in-service teacher training.
Throughout my training I have had placements across three Educational Psychology Services (EPS’) and recently I’ve been thinking about the…
Books for an Alternative Provision Library
A recent thread on EPNET sought suggestions for a school library to support pupils attending Alternative Provision Schools (AP/APS). We’ve…
Your feedback, our responses
Recently we asked you to comment on edpsy – your loves, niggles and suggestions for improvement – 86 of you…
Making edpsy better for you
It’s been nearly two years since the launch of edpsy and we’ve been overwhelmed by the positive welcome and feedback…