Perspectives on teaching and learning
The provision and pursuit of general education in subjects such as English, mathematics and science, and elective courses, in a variety of learning environments
“Our new research shows parent reactions to an Ofsted inspection are significant and meaningful. They withdraw support for their children when they are happy the school is doing well.” – Professor Imran Rasul . https://www.theguardian.com/education/2019/may/19/good-ofsted-reports-are-bad-for-schools-gcse-results Continue reading The Guardian: Why a good Ofsted report can be bad for GCSE results
There is increasing evidence that depth of vocabulary is important – a rich meaning network of associations around a word. This is really important for inference skills.” – Jane Oakhill https://www.tes.com/news/inference-why-comprehension-not-just-about-vocabulary-and-knowledge Continue reading Inference: everything schools to know | Tes
“Since nowadays studying towards A-levels and a university degree is more common, the differences in educational outcomes by type of school observed in the older generation may not apply to the current young generations of 11-plus takers.” – University of York https://inews.co.uk/news/education/grammar-school-students-become-no-wealthier-or-healthier-than-other-pupils-research-suggests/ Continue reading iNews: Grammar school students become no wealthier or healthier than other pupils, research suggests
“From the very start this project has piqued interest from both staff and pupils across the school and beyond.” – Sarah Brown https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-47415760 Continue reading BBC News: Pupil takes to the skies in plane built by Kinross High students
I do not use online media outlets or products that cost money. I read articles that are free to read. I have nothing against sources that must be paid, or material that must be paid for. There are always costs and means of managing costs. There are individuals and groups who are prepared to pay … Continue reading A position on paying for products
At the heart of every classroom lies stationery equipment used to help teach children. Ryman Stationery has been selling such items for almost 125 years. Whilst modern technology and mindsets have both adapted and created many products, the ethos of the company remains the same: to deliver an unrivalled product range to help develop and … Continue reading Victorian school and modern stationery
LEGO Education, which offers playful learning experiences and teaching solutions based on the LEGO system of bricks, now also offers resources designed for teachers and students to explore coding – including free lesson plans and online courses for teachers. “The job market for careers requiring coding skills is growing faster than nearly any other sector, … Continue reading Coding resources for schools, created by LEGO Education
British signage provider Stocksigns recommends that the summer holiday is the ideal time for schools to carry out their safety sign audit whilst buildings, grounds and car parks are easily accessible. The company has been working with schools for over sixty years, building up an understanding of the unique challenges faced by teachers and local authorities. Danny … Continue reading Stocksigns advises summer safety sign audit
Astronomers from Swinburne University of Technology in Australia, and the University of Minnesota Duluth in the USA have provided a way for armchair astronomers, and even primary school children, to merely look at a spiral galaxy and estimate the mass of its hidden, central black hole. The research was supported by the Australian Research Council … Continue reading Spiral arms enable estimates of black hole masses
