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Threats of failure motivate some students – but it’s not a technique to use on the whole class
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In a new article for The Conversation Laura Nicholson, Edge Hill University and David Putwain, Liverpool John Moores University, examine the best and worst ways to motivate students to do well.
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Proud Boys on trial: does remorse in court signal a change for this far right group? A psychologist reviews the research
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In a new article for The Conversation Professor Geoff Beattie examines the psychology of the far-right Proud Boys who played a key role in the January 6 Capitol riots.
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PE at school isn’t like adult exercise – but maybe it should be
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In a new article for The Conversation Ash Cox, Lecturer in Youth Physical Activity and Physical Education, takes a look at PE and how it compares to how adults do exercise in later life.
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Seven ways to fix the broken NHS ambulance services
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In this opinion piece for The Conversation, written as part of a series of articles about the NHS, emergency services expert Professor Paresh Wankhade examines the ambulance service.
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Boris Johnson’s claims about being ‘forced out’ of parliament are simply false – here’s why
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In a new article for The Conversation Paula Keaveney, Senior Lecturer in Politics, discusses the resignation of Boris Johnson.
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GCSEs: what to say and what to avoid if you want to help teenagers combat exam anxiety
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GCSE exams are under way and many students will be feeling the pressure to get the grades they need to pursue their education or employment goals.
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Is there a tipping point for Trump supporters to stop backing him? Here’s what the science says
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In a new article for The Conversation Psychology Professor Geoff Beattie discusses the psychology behind support for Donald Trump.
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Joe Biden: slips of the tongue can project our own hidden thoughts, fears and anxieties
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In a new article for The Conversation Psychology Professor Geoff Beattie discusses what slips of the tongue can tell us about the inner psyche.
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How plants can change your state of mind
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In a new article for the Conversation, Reader in Plant Sciences Dr Sven Batke, explains the positive effects plants can have on the human mind.
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Can Jeremy Corbyn go it alone in Islington North? What the evidence tells us
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In a new article for The Conversation Politics Lead Paula Keaveney looks at Jeremy Corbyn's chances compared to other independent candidates from the recent past.
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