Opinion

How can we ensure teachers receive effective feedback?

Good feedback can be a powerful way to help teachers to become (even) more effective, writes Rob Coe We…

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Opinion

Arts are not an extra but key to recovery

Lockdown has reaffirmed that the arts are vital for every pupil’s wellbeing and engagement, says Jo Barber Lockdown highlights…

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JO BARBER
Opinion

A week in the life of Vic Goddard

Amid confusing and contradictory government announcements, Vic Goddard opens his lockdown diary to reveal sleepless nights and a need…

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VIC GODDARD


Opinion

Extra flexibility, but RSE is more vital than ever

Flexibility around the implementation of relationships and sex education does not mean it has been delayed. So you best…

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LUCY EMMERSON
Opinion

What does reopening look like across our school system?

Teacher Tapp data finds the “Big Thaw” is leaving many children out in the cold In early March, a…

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BAZ RAMAIAH
Opinion

A week in the life of Naureen Khalid

Trustee and chair of governors, Naureen Khalid opens her lockdown diary to reveal that governance in the time of…

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Assessment

Decisions are needed now on exams and accountability

This year’s exam disruption is far from the end of the story. Stephen Tierney suggests reforms to give teachers…

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STEPHEN TIERNEY
Opinion

Racism exists. End of story. So do something about it

Tackling racism is more than a duty. It is the promise of education, says Olayinka Ewuola The senseless killing…

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OLAYINKA EWUOLA
Opinion

Continuity planning must start without delay

Amid uncertainty, we can narrow down likely scenarios to ensure all learners get the best from our schools no…

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LEORA CRUDDAS

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The decision of the Teacher Development Trust to become part of the Chartered College is exciting, but it shows…

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Using action research can help ease the transition from school

When transitions are not handled well, the impact on attendance, engagement and wellbeing can be long-lasting

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We’re ready to train leaders to shape AI use in schools

We want to guide teachers through an environment drowned in marketing but short on evidence

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