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Most adults would agree that asking students about their learning is an important part of their practice. The challenge is to really listen to what they are saying and then act otherwise very little changes. Read some student thoughts here as a starter.
If the reasons behind Finland's success in education are so simple why don't more nations model themselves on those successes and learn from them? Read more here.
Learning to fail is a key part of the learning process but do we teach our students that it is okay to make mistakes. Terry Heick says "Properly understood, failure can help students see learning as a personal journey rather than a matter of external performance". Read more here.
Different assessment types work together to provide a holistic picture of where a child is at across a range of learning. The key is making sure they are valid, reliable and fair. Read further here.
"The real role of leadership is climate control, creating a climate of possibility." This TED talk by Sir Ken Robinson suggests that the current culture of education in America should focus more on diversity, curiosity and responsibility. See it here.
The latest anonymous opinion piece by The Guardian's Secret Teacher argues that preparing for exams discourages independent thought in their students. Read more here.
This blogging and social media project invites teachers from around the world to share their passion for teaching. Get all the info here.
Are disadvantaged students doomed to do badly in school? What is the relationship between funding and achievement? Do smaller class sizes really raise standards? New evidence from around the world challenges myths about education. Read more here.
Principals can make a difference to teaching and learning depending on the type of leadership they choose to focus their efforts on. Where should you focus your energy on in order to have the best impact on educational outcomes? Read more here.
Learning occurs when a student's knowledge is revised. Scott Sterling argues that teachers need to know how best to react when students make mistakes, so that they can facilitate this process. Read more here.
