Animal power
A new book by Helen Lewis and Russell Grigg explores the way that animals can affect children’s learning and wellbeing.
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Cognitive Load Theory (CLT) and effective teaching
Discovering CLT was a eureka moment for Steve Garnett – so important he felt compelled to write a new book for teachers. Here he shares 4 key ideas.
Becoming me
In the second of two articles Ger Graus argues passionately for changes to the curriculum which will excite the imagination and raise aspirations.
How the CGC Cracked the Learning Code
Having considered ‘Why’ the Common Ground Collaborative (CGC) set out to create a new paradigm for teaching and learning, Kevin Bartlett and his colleagues ask ‘What is Learning?’
Transforming Early Years education in the Himalayas
When they were living in Nepal with their twin toddlers, it was difficult for teacher Fionna Heiton and her partner Durga Aran to ignore the challenges faced by local schools. Fionna takes up the story.
Teaching the 2020 World Economic Forum skills
Teacher, journalist and trainer, Jackie Beere reviews the ‘must-have’ skills as defined by the World Economic Forum in 2020 and how we can teach them.
The Common Ground Collaborative (CGC)
After such a rich and successful international career in education, most people would be reflecting on a job well done. Not Kevin Bartlett. With a nod to Simon Sinek, he starts with ‘Why?’ he and a group of other like-minded educators founded the CGC.
The Community of Enquiry and literacy development
Stephen Walshe thinks we should set aside time in school for ‘dialogue’ between children, as it can transform progress in the development of literacy.
New online magazine – written for kids, by kids during lockdown
Two sisters in North London take advantage of lockdown to enter the world of digital publishing. Isla McGuckin reports.
Reading the world for children
Orla Redmond has set herself the lockdown task of compiling a reading list of favourite children’s books set in different countries around the world. She needs your help!