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The Rise of Online School Post-COVID - A progressive educational path for some, but not all
The COVID-19 pandemic served as a catalyst for an unprecedented shift in the educational landscape, underscoring the urgent need for...
Feb 29, 20244 min read
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Teacher-led Professional Development (PD) - Making PD useful again
In the dynamic world of education, the continuous professional development (PD) of teachers is pivotal and sometimes difficult and...
Feb 15, 20244 min read
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Space Agencies (NASA, ESA) and the Science / Mathematics Classroom
In an era where science and technology are at the forefront of societal advancement, the integration of real-world scientific endeavours...
Feb 9, 20244 min read
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Connecting the Mathematics Classroom to Everyday Life
Maybe mathematics is used in the form of statistics for weather prediction. Mathematics, often perceived as a complex web of abstract...
Jan 31, 20243 min read
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Revolutionizing Mathematics Education: The Rise of Chatbot-Based AI in Learning Mathematics
In the realm of digital education, the evolution of chatbot-based AI has been nothing short of remarkable. For years, these AI systems,...
Jan 16, 20244 min read
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Science articles support student scholarship
In the realm of education, particularly in science, there's a growing emphasis on concise, impactful learning tools. Short format...
Jan 2, 20242 min read
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School Leaders Continuing to Teach: A Boon and a Blessing
In the ever-evolving landscape of education, the role of a principal or headteacher extends beyond administrative duties. A key component...
Dec 20, 20232 min read
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Science fiction to Science lessons
Image source link: https://nerd-base.com/2012/08/24/sci-fi-to-reality/ I recently read the fantastic science fiction trilogy - The three...
Dec 12, 20232 min read
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Delayed grades: A small, simple effective tool
In the dynamic landscape of education, where the pursuit of instant results often takes precedence, the concept of delaying grades might...
Nov 30, 20233 min read
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Bringing music into the mathematics classroom
Mathematics can be a tricky subject to teach, particularly as the level of mathematics gets increasingly difficult, maybe music can help...
Oct 30, 20235 min read
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Classroom Science Literacy
Science literacy is so important… But what is it? According to the OECD (link here) ‘Scientific literacy is the capacity to use...
Oct 18, 20234 min read
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Differentiation - A teacher struggle of support
Differentiation is one of the key skills a teacher needs to function and support all their students, but it's both difficult to cultivate...
Oct 4, 20233 min read
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Demystifying Algebra: Puzzles, Practice and Patience
Break down algebraic concepts with relatable examples and step-by-step explanations, making math more accessible and engaging. We know as...
Sep 26, 20233 min read
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Authentic teaching - being yourself to be inspirational
Who was your best teacher? Who inspired you to become a teacher? While it is not the case for every teacher, most of us - I believe -...
Sep 13, 20233 min read
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Starting lessons with a BANG: Bringing students into lessons
WHAT? I don’t know that… says the uncertain student with intrigue and interest in their face. The confusion of a student can be a...
Sep 6, 20233 min read
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Teacher-life balance - students, social-life and selfcare
Burnout. It is a dirty word in education circles and not often readily acknowledged by management, rather stating that ‘the relevant...
Aug 29, 20233 min read
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Flashcards - when and how?
Flashcards are a main staple of teaching and while a classic rote learning method, it is yet another tool to help keep variety in...
Feb 16, 20232 min read
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