International Teacher Development, Professionalism, and Mobility

In this webinar, panellists from COBIS Schools and the Chartered College of Teaching will explore the value of international school experience and the range of professional development opportunities for teachers and leaders in the international sector (including Chartered Status, formal training, opportunities to engage with research, initial teacher training, and more). The panellists will look […]
Making Sense of Autism and Developing Good Autism Practice

The sessions will be interactive with discussion points and activities and attendees will receive practical support packs that will empower them to implement their new skills and knowledge in their setting. What is Making Sense of Autism? An awareness raising module designed for everyone, covering a fundamental understanding of autism in order to achieve good […]
SEND and behaviour: Getting it right for all

In this session Amy explored best practice for effectively meeting the needs of students with SEND and creating a classroom environment where every student can learn effectively, feel valued and succeed. The session covered:.. • SEND: what does best practice look like in the classroom? • SEND: a changing pattern of need • Engaging students […]
Dr Jo Castelino – The Homework Conundrum

A webinar on how homework has the power to build student confidence and increase attainment. But this is only possible with careful and deliberate planning. In this session, Jo will share research-backed strategies to make homework effective but also sustainable for teachers and students. Dr Jo Castelino is currently leading the Science team at an […]
Rethinking Curriculum – Curriculum evaluation tool launch

This webinar launches the Curriculum Evaluation Framework for the Chartered College, Rethinking Curriculum project. The project aims to support and equip teachers and school leaders with the knowledge and skills to identify, plan and implement curriculum development work in a sustainable, creative and place based approach. This will mean that all pupils will have access […]
How to set up a journal club

This webinar gives you the opportunity to reflect on how journal clubs might be used to support evidence-informed practice in your context. Journal clubs are a regular cycle of meetings at which research is critically discussed by a group of practitioners. The journal club model can be used at trust-level, whole school level or departmental […]
Laying professional foundations: what does it mean to develop professionalism from the very beginning of a teacher’s career

In this workshop jointly hosted by the Chartered College and Penrose Education, Dr Ben Knight and Rob Caudwell will explore the crucial – yet often overlooked – role of ‘professional judgement’ in the development of teacher expertise. Working towards QTS and working towards teacher expertise are two different things – but they can complement each […]
Battling AI bias in the classroom

Artificial intelligence is being heralded by many for its transformative potential in education, offering personalised learning experiences and more efficient school administration. But as AI use becomes more widespread, so do concerns about bias. Bias in AI algorithms can perpetuate inequalities, affecting student outcomes and reinforcing societal prejudices. Addressing this AI bias requires a nuanced […]
More or less technology in the classroom – the value and purposes of technology use in school

IOE and the ESRC Education Research Programme (ERP) are hosting an online panel discussion on More or less technology in the classroom – the value and purposes of technology use in school. This is part of the What Matters in Education? series of debates. The current debate over the role of digital technology in schools alternates between a concern for the harms it […]
The Neural Basis of Mathematical Skills: Exploring Domain-Specific and Domain-General Cognitive Abilities

The development of mathematical skills is intrinsically connected to different domain-specific and domain-general cognitive abilities. Domain-specific abilities encompass mental processes that are unique to a particular domain. In the case of mathematics, the symbolic understanding of numerical quantities and numerical order—the number of elements within a set and the sequence of numbers respectively—form a crucial […]
Launch of PISA Vol IV: How financially smart are students?

This volume presents the financial literacy results of the OECD Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) 2022 and examines 15-year-old students’ understanding of money matters in 20 countries and economies. It explores the links between their financial literacy and their competencies in mathematics and reading, and differences across socio-demographic groups. Mathias Cormann, Secretary-General, OECD Andreas […]
Education after the election: priorities for change

IOE and the ESRC Education Research Programme (ERP) are hosting a special edition online panel discussion on Education after the election: priorities for change. This is part of the What Matters in Education? series of debates. Funding crisis in higher education, schools and FE; widening inequalities; a cost of living crisis for families; rising pupil absence and increasing pressure to provide more support […]
Holistic approaches to assessment

In recent years there has been much debate on approaches to assessment, with many arguing that the current system is no longer fit for purpose. Are, for example, pencil and paper tests at 16 and 18 equitable or useful for determining students’ ability to apply what they have learned? Why do we only measure individual […]
Communicating sanctuary and care

This project brings together research and practice-based expertise from colleagues working in the fields of Education, Medicine, Linguistics and Art with a view to developing innovative and timely curriculum programmes. Central to the project is the partnership with external agencies in the field of linguistics (NALDIC) and Psychology (Place2Be) in order to inform understandings and […]
The Great Big Small Schools Inset Day

Join colleagues working in small school settings across the country, for a day of thought-provoking discussion about evidence, research and education through a small school lens. This is a joint venture between the Church of England (CEFEL) and the Chartered College of Teaching, open to all types of small primary schools. We will hear from […]
Pioneer The Way In Climate Education!

The Foundation for Education Development, Dame Rachel De Souza, The Children’s Commissioner, and Dame Alison Peacock, The Chief Executive of the Chartered College of Teaching, invite you to the online launch of The Climate & Sustainability Toolkit. Join us to hear from education experts and leaders and to explore together the wealth of resources, curriculum mapping tools, case […]
Closing the attainment gap for boys at secondary school

This project has grown out of an inquiry by an all-party parliamentary group into Boys’ Educational Underachievement. On average, boys underachieve, relative to girls at every stage in their education. This all-party group has been running an inquiry to understand the reasons and possible remedies. To find successful practice, the team emailed every school in […]
Behaviour and Inclusion: For all schools

Life Lessons have partnered with The Difference to present a free webinar for educators on behavioural challenges in schools. The session will include: Hear from young people directly about their experiences with behaviour policies Behaviour challenges are on the rise. How do we create a school culture which improves behaviour for all pupils including the […]
Future Dreaming: Career Guidance in the Age of Digital Technologies

Digital technologies are an integral part of our everyday lives with important implications for career guidance. With use of generative AI now widespread, online tools provide new opportunities to personalise and extend the reach of career guidance activities, but also raise concerns, especially for students at-risk of being left behind. How do technologies help or […]
John Tomsett – Seven starting points for curriculum conversations

In this talk, John delves into the realm of curriculum development, shedding light on the potential of invaluable synergy between school leaders and subject matter experts. Attendees will gain deep insights gleaned from experienced subject leaders, along with a wealth of effective strategies for empowering school improvement through curriculum enhancement. Hosted by Dr Steve Murray […]