What’s to do about transition?
Nicky Morgan’s recent announcement on assessment in primary schools confirms there’s a problem with transition between phases. Bill Watkin explores.
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Tackling homo, bi and transphobic language can be difficult for many teachers… but it’s essential that we do
Tom Middlehurst, Head of Public Affairs SSAT, writes… Back in the summer, I attended a partnership meeting with the LGBT charity Stonewall, and was struck by how little I understood the continued prejudices facing some young gay, lesbian, bi and
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The Ebacc: a consultation or Hobson’s Choice?
On Tuesday, the government launched the long awaited consultation on the implementation of the Ebacc. Bill Watkin highlights the key questions posed.
‘So what?’ helps decide which digital technologies to go for
‘So what?’ – this simple question can help decide which new technology you implement in your classroom. By Andy Williams.
Schools can raise attainment through film – and here’s how
Educators are increasingly interested in using film as a serious learning tool – Into Film Director of Education Jane Fletcher explores the proven benefits.
Bringing learning to life through 3D technology
3D technology can significantly enhance learning but it is not without it’s pitfalls, as Tendring Technology College discovered.
Using SOLO as a framework for developing and assessing KS3 learning
How an Edgware school is improving teaching and learning at KS3 by focusing on the development of understanding, rather than the memorising of facts.
Assessment must return to being a diagnostic rather than an accountability tool
Colin Logan highlights the opportunity for schools to put to an end the tyranny of the flight path.
Collaboration is the key to school improvement…
Tom Welch responds to a recent CMRE report and calls for collaboration to be established with purpose and continually worked at and refined.
Who owns the curriculum?
Tom Middlehurst asks us to remember that the real curriculum designers are practitioners – they have the biggest influence on the lives of young people.
