On this 2nd episode of Thinking Time, I speak to Dr Matthew Fletcher, a newly qualified educational psychologist from the University of Manchester. Within this episode, we discuss his doctoral research that explored the use of AV1 robots to support inclusion in schools, and reflect on what it means for parents/carers, school staff, psychologists, and young people.

Within the discussion, we refer to the following research papers:

Fletcher, M., & Bond, C. (2022). The use of AV1 robot avatars in schools - A tool for inclusion? DECP Debate, 183.

Fletcher, M., Bond, C., & Qualter, P. (2023). User perspectives of robotic telepresence technology in schools: A systematic literature review. Educational Psychology in Practice, 1-18. https://doi.org/10.1080/02667363.2022.2155932

Fletcher, M., Bond, C., & Qualter, P. (2023). Using AV1 robots to support pupils with physical and emotional health needs. Educational Psychology in Practice, 1-22. https://doi.org/10.1080/02667363.2023.2269082

Full thesis reference:

https://research.manchester.ac.uk/en/publications/using-av1-robots-to-support-pupils-with-physical-and-emotional-he

We also refer to No Isolation, more information about them can be found here:

www.noisolation.com

Original music by Patrick McKeown.

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