Are high-stakes exams and assessments still relevant?
End of school exams and assessments play a critical role in shaping the futures of teenagers across the globe, but are they fit for purpose? In this webinar, OECD will discuss whether final exams and assessments reflect real-world skills and look at the impact they have on students. The discussion will reflect findings from a […]
Interleaving in inductive learning: Causes and interventions for metacognitive unawareness
Interleaving exemplars is a powerful learning method for enhancing inductive category learning as well as literacy/numeracy skills, yet learners tend to be unaware of the benefits of interleaving. What is the origin of this metacognitive bias and how can it be overcome? This webinar, hosted by Prof David Shanks (UCL, Experimental Psychology) will report a […]
Removing barriers to opportunity and achievement: from principles to practice
Despite repeated calls for excellence and equity in our national education system, the data shows widening gaps in outcomes and opportunities for learners who encounter disadvantage: potential is too often unfulfilled. Building on NACE’s ongoing research into how schools can provide cognitively challenging learning opportunities for all, this new publication focuses in on what this […]
Removing barriers to opportunity and achievement
Despite repeated calls for excellence and equity in our national education system, the data shows widening gaps in outcomes and opportunities for learners who encounter disadvantage: potential is too often unfulfilled. Building on NACE’s ongoing research into how schools can provide cognitively challenging learning opportunities for all, this new publication focuses in on what this […]
From Principle to Practice: Evidence-Informed Leadership Chapter Deep-Dive (Evaluation)
Do you struggle to find time to prioritise your professional development? The From Principle to Practice series from the Chartered College of Teaching aims to support career-long development for all teachers, leaders and mentors. These short, useful and research-packed guides draw on the professional principles that underpin all pathways to Chartered Status, a professional accreditation […]
Teacher Recruitment, Retention and Career Progression: A Guide For School Leaders – Authors in conversation
Join us for a panel discussion with authors of our book Teacher Recruitment, Retention and Career Progression: A Guide for School Leaders. The book supports leaders with recruiting, supporting and retaining teaching staff with a focus on building diverse and inclusive staff teams. It guides leaders to support those new to the profession whilst enabling […]
What should be prioritised when designing a curriculum for the 21st century? An expert panel webinar
With the recent release of the Curriculum and Assessment Review, and ongoing discussion about what modern curricula should include, it’s more important than ever for educators to engage with the growing body of research on curriculum design and development. This knowledge is crucial for helping students prepare for their futures. In this expert panel webinar, […]
Leading Professional Learning at Scale: Inclusive Practice
The Chair of the DfE’s Expert Advisory Group for Inclusion, Tom Rees, has rightly highlighted that “inclusive education is a national priority – and a shared responsibility”. When schools put inclusive practice at the heart of their professional development plans, they create the conditions for all learners to thrive in their organisation. But what strategies […]
Chinese Teachers’ Perspectives on Attention, Executive Functions, and Self-Regulation in Early Childhood Education
Attention, executive functions, and self-regulation develop rapidly across early childhood and play critical roles in children’s later academic and social–emotional competence. Yet relatively little is known about how early childhood teachers understand and support these skills in everyday educational practice. This presentation draws on two qualitative studies involving Chinese kindergarten teachers serving children ages 3–6 […]
Alex Fairlamb – Scaffolding for Supporting Literacy and Oracy
This talk will focus on how teachers can support students in progressing from being novice to expert learners, based on the research behind scaffolding and adaptive teaching. Using tried and tested methods and with evidence drawing on cognitive science, Alex will present effective scaffolding methods across different settings and disciplines which seek to support students’ […]
Q&A Webinar: Education for human flourishing
Senior policymakers and thought leaders from among the best performing education systems in PISA have worked with the OECD to develop a concept for the education of the future. The conceptual framework, called Education for Human Flourishing, highlights five competencies, adaptive problem solving, ethical competence and understanding, appreciating and acting in the world. Marking a significant […]
How can researchers and initial teacher trainers foster research use?
Improving engagement with educational research is a crucial but often overlooked way to improve teaching. At the same time, research is not a key priority for many educators and policymakers. What can research organisations and initial teacher education institutions do to improve the use of research in the classroom and among policymakers? In this webinar, […]
Rethinking Curriculum – How do you implement a playful curriculum? Part 2
Through the work of Rethinking Curriculum we have been a strong advocate for playful learning throughout the primary phase. One of the key barriers that is often discussed in this approach is not knowing how to implement effectively beyond EYFS. In this session, hear from a panel of expert teachers, leaders and facilitators who work […]
Educational Neuroscience of Mathematics in South Africa: Application, Limitations, and Challenges
Much of our current knowledge about mathematics learning comes from the minority world—often referred to as Western, Educated, Industrialised, Rich, Democratic (WEIRD) populations—and is frequently generalised to the majority world or non-WEIRD populations. However, environmental variability, cultural values, and societal demands shape human cognition and influence developmental trajectories. For instance, differences in language and socioeconomic […]
Fellow Sip and Share: Christmas Edition
Fellow Sip and Share: Christmas Edition! As part of your Fellowship at the Chartered College of Teaching, we are seeking to engage further with you, and provide the opportunity to network and share your experiences with other Fellows. The Fellow Sip and Share series will offer a brief opportunity to speak to other Fellows about […]
Evidence-Informed Practice in the Early Years
The webinar will explore evidence-informed practice in the Early Years, drawing specifically upon the resources that are available as part of our Early Childhood Hub. We will discuss how the resources in the hub can be used to support professional practice, and how this can positively impact practitioners within Early Years settings. Speakers: Lily Wheeler- […]
Rethinking Curriculum – Can you have a playful curriculum but still get results? Part 1
Through the work of Rethinking Curriculum we have been a strong advocate for playful learning throughout the primary phase. One of the key barriers that is often discussed in this approach is that of outcomes driven curriculum design. In this session, hear from an expert panel as they discuss why play is so developmentally appropriate […]
To what extent do the benefits of AI outweigh the risks? An expert panel webinar
With AI use growing quickly, it has never been more important to consider and engage with the growing body of research and evidence around AI and its potential benefits, as well as its risks. In this expert panel webinar we’ll hear about elements of the AI research landscape, before exploring key questions on weighing up […]
Q&A Webinar: Rethinking digital tools in the classroom
Few shifts in recent years have been as impactful as the rise of digital tools across society. Rapid advances have sparked wide debate in education, but what does the evidence tell us about how digital tools affect learning outcomes? And what are the risks and challenges that educators and policymakers need to keep in mind? […]
Curriculum Alignment – Challenges and Opportunities
In this webinar Dr Lisa-Maria Müller, Associate Director: Research and Policy at the Chartered College of Teaching will explore the concept of curriculum alignment, I.e.: the alignment between curriculum intentions (what governments want children to learn), implemented curricula (i.e. what is being taught in schools) and assessed curricula (i.e. what is ultimately assessed in exams). […]