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Geoff Barton explains why the power of ChatGPT proves it’s time to rethink our education system and how it can free teachers up to spend more time on the sort of learning that makes us truly human

Your round-up of Tes’ must-read news and analysis this week includes the first result from a teacher strike ballot in England and Wales, analysis showing Ofsted’s priorities in inspections, and a worrying increase in SLT job vacancies

Teacher retention is a big issue in Scotland, and this teacher lays out why she felt she had to leave the profession she loves

The forces of capitalism are creeping into state education, creating a divide between rich and poor schools, writes Sufian Sadiq

The key details from the government’s revamped Energy Bill Relief Scheme and what it will mean for schools and trusts

Using research to empower teachers is vital to boost outcomes – but it must be applied correctly to have the most impact, says Calum Davey, executive director of research and best practice at the National Institute of Teaching

Don’t miss your round-up of Tes’ must-read news and analysis from the past week, including Rishi Sunak’s ambitious plan for maths, a warning to schools over Covid and flu infections and tips to improve teacher wellbeing

Many teachers who never set out to enter the classroom have ended up becoming lifelong educators – so how can we ensure this happens to more people to help tackle the recruitment shortage? Loic Menzies offers some ideas

Sam Freedman explains why 2023, despite it likely being calmer than the 12 months gone by, will still be full of intrigue and drama ahead of the next general election

In celebration of a sequel to the biggest film ever, pit your wits against this cerulean-themed edition of the Tes quiz

Pit your wits against this festive edition of Tes’ weekly general knowledge quiz

Don’t miss your round-up of Tes’ must-read news and analysis from the past week, including the education secretary’s appeal to teachers not to strike over pay and how the digital divide is impacting on vulnerable pupils