Authenticity is a series of choices.

One of the main causes of emotional rest deficit is wearing a "mask", acting how we think we need to in order to fit in/be successful/be liked.

This is a major issue for teachers and school leaders.

On The Weekly Review, panellists, Lucy Neuburger, Brent Poland and Christopher Vowles discuss hot topics in the week's news with host, Paul Hazzard.

Show production by Lianne Lax.

This week's stories:

Shows Reviewed:

• The Power of Relationships and Values (and a BIG idea)! The Friday Twilight Show with Claire Cannon
• Classroom Crazes Part 2: The late late show with Dani Walley
• Accessibility in Maths with OCR Maths: The Late Show with Tom Rogers and Kathryn Clark
• The Holiday Dilemma: To Work or Not to Work? The Late Late Show with Rae and Lianne

Darren talks about using formative assessment data to encourage our young people's responsibility for their own learning. (Content warning: Brief mention of parent death. Please skip the first 15 minutes if this is triggering for you).

Have you ever heard people say their job does not feel like work because they enjoy it so much? This is often based on their personal values being aligned with those of their role and employer. Sophie W joins me as we discuss how values help us to connect and what better way to support our pupils, particularly those with SEMH needs than to give them a sense of belonging and connection.

Listen all the way through for a BIG idea from Sophie - she has some radical plans for what to do when you are struggling to find a school where your values match theirs!

Morgan and Tod dive deep into the essential components of curriculum design—exploring powerful knowledge, core values, progression, and the importance of diversity and representation. They unpack the why, how, and who behind crafting a curriculum with clear intent, and how intentional design shapes the learning journey. From understanding the goals of education to ensuring inclusivity, this conversation offers valuable insights for educators and curriculum designers looking to make a meaningful impact on their students. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on the power of purposeful curriculum!

Brent Poland (@BrentPoland1) and Adam Spence (@aspence81) engage in a debate about whether academies have reached their conclusion and what the future holds.

Joining in on the debate is Dr Pam Jarvis @Dr_Pam_Jarvis

A show not to be missed.

Join co-hosts, Tom Rogers @Rogershistory and Kathryn Clark @arithmaticks as they explores all things accessibility in maths with Caroline Hodgson and Neil Ogden from @OCR_Maths

Part 2 of Classroom Craze: Trends That Transformed or Tumbled? This week Dani dives into two of the most hotly debated educational trends of the past decade: Learning Styles and Growth Mindset. Are we truly wired to learn better as visual, auditory, or kinesthetic learners, or is this a myth that’s held classrooms back? And does fostering a growth mindset really unlock student potential, or has it been oversimplified into a buzzword? With insights from research and real classroom experiences, this episode explores the strengths, weaknesses, and impact of these ideas on education today.