Reading Time: 2 minutes Are we ready to embrace generative AI in our classrooms? … the pivotal role of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) in revolutionising education, highlighting its potential, challenges, and practical applications for teachers. I recall with excitement integrating new technologies into my classroom. Generative Artificial Intelligence, or GenAI, brings back those familiar feelings. I remember when introducing ..read more

Reading Time: 2 minutes Can drawing be used to enhance memory retention? Discover how retrieval practice combined with drawing strategies can help students’ significantly outperform those who do not use practice retrieval after a delayed test. Reflecting on my years as a secondary design and technology teacher, I recall the struggle to ensure students truly grasped complex topics. New ..read more

Reading Time: 2 minutes Do silent corridors improve student outcomes? I believe everyone will agree on what we want in our schools; we need ‘well-behaved’ corridors, not necessarily ‘silent’ corridors. The concept of ‘silent corridors‘ is a contentious topic, more common in disadvantaged secondary Schools across England. There will be one or two good reasons for doing so, but ..read more

Reading Time: 2 minutes How does technology influence teaching and learning? From a fresh-faced school leader in 2005 to an influential voice in 2024, Bett reflects how technology has shaped my teaching through the power of the tech community in education. 1, Technology can transform teaching My first Bett in 2005 marked the beginning of my journey in school ..read more

Reading Time: 2 minutes In the face of economic headwinds and societal changes post-pandemic, are independent schools still a worthwhile investment? Independent schools are facing many headwinds following the pandemic, with economic uncertainty, rising costs and priorities such as good mental health, inclusion and sustainability – including the 20 per cent VAT proposals by Labour. The debate around independent ..read more

Reading Time: 3 minutes How can teachers refine their behaviour management instruction? … the parallels between dog training commands and classroom management techniques, provide (perhaps) fresh insights for effective teaching! Imagine this scenario You are the owner of a dog. Now, think briefly about the various keywords you would use when communicating with them … (Think a little bit ..read more

Reading Time: 2 minutes Do your vocabulary teaching strategies need a rethink? This research explores cued-recall and why traditional spaced learning methods may not always be the classroom’s best strategy for vocabulary acquisition. Vocabulary development is pivotal for enhancing comprehension and curriculum knowledge. This research (Goossens et al., 2016) questions the practical value of long-lag (spaced) repetition and retrieval ..read more

Reading Time: 3 minutes How can the magic of Disney transform KS1-2 girls’ sports and literacy in your primary school? Disney inspired Shooting Stars offers a fully funded, holistic training programme designed to actively engage girls in both sports and literacy, courtesy of a collaboration between The FA, Disney, The Youth Sports Trust, and The National Literacy Trust. I ..read more

Reading Time: 2 minutes Can lesson quizzes turbocharge teaching? This research unpacks whether adding quizzes to teaching enhances student learning outcomes or if it’s an educational redundancy. Interteaching, a method steeped in behavioural analysis, involves students engaging with prep-guides and peer discussions to deepen learning. Recent research (Saville et al., 2012) questioned if embedding quizzes in this process could ..read more

Reading Time: 2 minutes Is the secret to better-learning outcomes hiding in our stress levels? This research delves into the connections between stress, gender, and learning, shedding light on cortisol’s complex role in classroom settings … All teachers will be able to recall a moment when they had to help a student deal with anxiety, particularly before a classroom ..read more