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Dr Alex Fairlamb (Lamb_Heart_Tea) @lambhearttea.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

Brilliant day at #Soane26. A wealth of excellent sessions (I was fortunate to see @joshvallance.bsky.social &Otis Blaize deliver brilliant talks) and a buzzing community discussing ideas. Great to present alongside @mrsball.bsky.social on scaffolding history using models and explanations

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Rachel Ball @mrsball.bsky.social · 30/12/2025

127ish books in 2025 read and here are my top 10 fiction reads of the year. Wild Dark Shore takes the number one spot but the others aren't really in any particular order. Check them out 👇

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Routledge Books @routledgebooks.bsky.social · 23/11/2025

Make a difference to your school culture for a fraction of the price with our 25% off Black Friday Sale! Our extensive range of titles is designed to empower teachers at every stage of their growth journey. Explore our K-12 books 👉 spr.ly/60057Yvad @lambhearttea.bsky.social @mrsball.bsky.social

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Carmel Bones @carmelbones.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Discussing inclusion by design today at St Mungo’s Academy Glasgow 💕🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 high expectations meeting the needs of all learners across the school 🪜 it’s no mean feat! 🙌🏻 @alexjquigley.bsky.social @mrsball.bsky.social @osirisedu.bsky.social @gtcscotland.bsky.social @lambhearttea.bsky.social

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Rachel Ball @mrsball.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

It's here! 💥 Couldn't be prouder of this book and 2 years of hard work alongside Alex Fairlamb finally coming to fruition. Really hope people like it and find it useful!

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Rachel Ball @mrsball.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

It was a pleasure to speak at the Xavier Catholic Education Trust conference today about The Scaffolding Effect. Great to see the lovely Sam Crome @katejonesteach.bsky.social @trythisteaching.bsky.social as well!

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Ben Erskine @benerskine.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

@mrzachg.bsky.social Love this podcast @mrsball.bsky.social The power of scaffolded instruction and adaptive teaching, alongside deliberate, structured support which enables all students to access challenging content!

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Zach Groshell @mrzachg.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

Excited to share another free webinar, featuring this time with @blakeharvard.bsky.social. It will be focused on the cognitive processes of attention and encoding teacher explanations - with practical applications infused throughout. Should be a lot of fun! www.eventbrite.com/e/harnessing...

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Harnessing Attention and Explaining Better

Eventbrite - Dr. Zach Groshell presents Harnessing Attention and Explaining Better - Saturday, June 28, 2025 - Find event and ticket information.

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Mike Hobbiss @mikehobbiss.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

Mark McDaniel, Ian Taylor, @blakeharvard.bsky.social @profkime.bsky.social Daniel Koretz, @musingsofadr.bsky.social @mrsball.bsky.social Lucia Berridge... ... and certainly more that I have forgotten. Plus many many other contributors to the papers we have cited along the way. Thank you to you all

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Mike Hobbiss @mikehobbiss.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

As publication day approaches, a for @paulclinepsy.bsky.social and I to give thanks to all of the fabulous educators and researchers whose work has inspired, informed and shaped the book www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1915261953 🧵 ... and feel free to tag people if missed I've that they're on Bluesky!

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How to Teach Psychology: An evidence-informed approach : Cline, Paul, Hobbiss, Mike: Amazon.co.uk: Books

Buy How to Teach Psychology: An evidence-informed approach by Cline, Paul, Hobbiss, Mike (ISBN: 9781915261953) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

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researchED Canada @researchedcanada.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

Sneak Peak: Our researchED Canada Toronto program (June 6-7/25) is now in preparation. Great cover featuring our star attractions, Dylan Wiliam and Jamie Metsala, and lead sponsors, Steplab, JUMP Math and Spirit of Math. It's easy to reserve tickets on Eventbrite! See you in TO!

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Dr Alex Fairlamb (Lamb_Heart_Tea) @lambhearttea.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

Adaptive Teaching and Scaffolding Busy preparing for our CPD golden thread next year by creating a two page overview of the key aspects (this is page 1) This draws heavily from mine and @mrsball.bsky.social book, The Scaffolding Effect : amzn.eu/d/dmjKsOD

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Rachel Ball @mrsball.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

I was delighted to speak to @mrzachg.bsky.social recently for his brilliant podcast! We spoke about scaffolding and my upcoming book with @lambhearttea.bsky.social The Scaffolding Effect, and also an exciting upcoming trip to the US and Canada. Link below👇

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Rachel Ball @mrsball.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

Privileged to be part of this fantastic line-up!

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Rachel Ball @mrsball.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

I can guarantee you will visit a @steplab.bsky.social hub and come away inspired! See coaching in action, hear leaders tell you about their implementation of great PD and speak to teachers on the ground. Link in the thread below to sign up! 👇

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Ben Cooper FCCT | WAGOLL Teaching @wagollteaching.bsky.social · 19/04/2025

📑 The final draft schedule is LIVE! #rEdDubai2025 = 🧠 5 workshops 🎤 2 keynotes ✅ Sessions on pedagogy, feedback, coaching, curriculum, behaviour + more 🎟️ 195 AED → buff.ly/JESQ2hE 📅 April 26 | GEMS Wellington Al Khail #EdResearch #TeacherPD #ScheduleDrop

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Rachel Ball @mrsball.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

Extremely excited about this. What a brilliant line-up!

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Dr Alex Fairlamb (Lamb_Heart_Tea) @lambhearttea.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

The LEGEND that is Amjad Ali has said this about The Scaffolding Effect: “What every educator should read… brings complex ideas down to earth” Amjad SERIOUSLY knows his stuff so we are over the moon! Pre-order now: amzn.eu/d/6JLAIeo @mrsball.bsky.social @innerdrive.bsky.social

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The book is called The Scaffolding Effect.
The quote is from Amjad Ali and says “the scaffolding effect is what every educator should read and it couldn’t be ready at a better time for educators worldwide. Through relatable case studies and straightforward explanations, it brings complex concepts down to earth, providing tools that educators can apply directly in their classrooms”
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There is a link to pre-order the book

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Rachel Ball @mrsball.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

@steplab.bsky.social are v. excited to be in Toronto for @researchedcanada.bsky.social 6-7 June. We’re keen to visit local schools and find out more about the context in exchange for some free Instructional Coaching or PD training. Get in touch if you’d like to be involved! 🇨🇦@nsachdeva.bsky.social

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Jonathan Healey @jonathanhealey.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

‘Okay which one of you accidentally added Robert Cecil to the chat?’

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Steplab @steplab.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

Did you know we've got a Coaching Skills Builder⁉️ Comprised of 2⃣0⃣ short modules and structured around the coaching conversation 🗣️, it's designed to build the knowledge and skills every effective coach needs Want to find out more 👉 steplab.co/book-a-demo

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Rachel Ball @mrsball.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

Absolutely delighted with this feedback from the wonderful @mrspearce.bsky.social for The Scaffolding Effect! Pre-order here amzn.eu/d/4fDQ1cW

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Rachel Ball @mrsball.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

Absolutely delighted with this feedback from the wonderful @mrspearce.bsky.social for The Scaffolding Effect! Pre-order here amzn.eu/d/4fDQ1cW

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Dr Alex Fairlamb (Lamb_Heart_Tea) @lambhearttea.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

A big thank you to the T&L legend @mrspearce.bsky.social for providing such lovely feedback on The Scaffolding Effect 🪜 Jade says that the book is a “hugely comprehensive review” and that it is “crucial reading.”🤩 Get your pre-order in now👇🏻: amzn.eu/d/i7L7MfD @mrsball.bsky.social

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Steplab @steplab.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

⏰ Time is running out ‼️ Join us in Birmingham for expert training to improve teaching and learning in your school or trust 25 March: Instructional Coaching Intensive 👉 bit.ly/41x6cFG 26 March: Leading Professional Development Intensive 👉 bit.ly/4390vPp

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Dr Alex Fairlamb (Lamb_Heart_Tea) @lambhearttea.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

The Scaffolding Effect @innerdrive.bsky.social The incredible powerhouse that is @marymyatt.bsky.social has kindly written our foreword! Myself and @mrsball.bsky.social are very thankful and over the moon with what she had to say! Preorder now: amzn.eu/d/g9wPfud

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Nidhi Sachdeva @nsachdeva.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

GET YOUR TICKETS SOON! researchED Canada Toronto 2025 - What Works in Teaching and Learning Date: Jun 6-7 Location: 230 Saint Clair Avenue West, Toronto, ON M4V 1R5 www.eventbrite.ca/e/researched...

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Dr Alex Fairlamb (Lamb_Heart_Tea) @lambhearttea.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

Myself and @mrsball have written an article for HWRK Magazine on Scaffolding: hwrkmagazine.co.uk/scaffolding-... drawing upon our forthcoming book, The Scaffolding Effect.

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HWRK Magazine @hwrk-magazine.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

The latest edition of HWRK Magazine is out now!! hwrkmagazine.co.uk/read/ Written by teachers for teachers, our magazine is packed with advice on pedagogy, curriculum, leadership, SEND and much more. Subscribe for FREE! hwrkmagazine.co.uk/subscribe/ 1/4

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Rachel Ball @mrsball.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

Delighted that @lambhearttea.bsky.social and I have an article published here which encapsulates the thinking behind our new book on Scaffolding 👇

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Rachel Ball @mrsball.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

Super privileged and excited to be heading back to Dubai to be part of researchED 2025!

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Rachel Ball @mrsball.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

A huge pleasure to lead staff training at Montpelier school today on Scaffolding. Loved showcasing some of the new @steplab.bsky.social content on modelling too!

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Ben Cooper FCCT | WAGOLL Teaching @wagollteaching.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

We’re excited to welcome @mrsball.bsky.social to #rEdDubai25! 🎉 📌 Coaching Development Lead at Steplab 📌 Author of The Scaffolding Effect 📌 Former Senior Leader in Teaching & Learning and CPD 📌 Passionate about coaching and teacher development 🎟️ Tickets: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/researched...

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researchED Dubai 2025

GEMS Wellington Academy Al Khail is proud to be hosting ResearchEd Dubai on Saturday 26th April 2025.

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Steplab @steplab.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

🚨 Tickets are selling fast for our intensive training days in Birmingham! Don't miss out! Book now 👉 bit.ly/3E1WzWc Join the team for high quality training which will help you deliver and lead impactful PD with Steplab in your school or trust. 🚀 See you there 👋

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Steplab @steplab.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

📰 Steplab Snapshot: packed with PD goodness 🎉 We'll be publishing our newsletter next week! AND, for those of you who couldn't make it, we'll be sharing highlights from our Conference 👀 You need this in your inbox 📧 Sign-up now: buff.ly/4gsnf06

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Sasha Smith @sashasmith.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

All set up for an @innerdrive.bsky.social CPD session on Scaffolding from the fantastic @mrsball.bsky.social and @lambhearttea.bsky.social Starting strong with ‘our aim is for all students to reach the top of the mountain’ and scaffolding beyond written. 👏🏼

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Rachel Ball @mrsball.bsky.social · 02/02/2025

@teachertapp.bsky.social blog post of the day, thanks so much! theeducationalimposters.wordpress.com/2021/11/06/t...

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Steplab @steplab.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

🚨 Great Teaching, Unpacked 📹 Our new 4-part documentary series: 👀 Ep 1: Harnessing Attention 👩‍🏫 Ep 2: Teaching Behaviour 🏆 Ep 3: Securing Success 🤝 Ep 4: Embedding Development Watch it for free: steplab.co/film Attend the online premiere: 🗓️ Thursday 13th February ⏰ 4:00 - 5:00 pm 🎟️ bit.ly/4gdx9lO

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Introducing Great Teaching, Unpacked

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Rachel Ball @mrsball.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

History teacher heaven this afternoon! A brilliant nuanced, funny and fascinating conversation @sathnam.bsky.social @therealnihal.bsky.social

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Rachel Ball @mrsball.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

Apple crumble cake to celebrate my mum turning 79 this weekend!

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