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‘Politicians don’t hear our complaints about cuts’
And neither do parents. Funding issues are not easy to get across to them, but we have to find a way, says Michael Tidd
1 October 2018
‘It turns out I’m not very good at being taught’
Back in the classroom for antenatal classes, Tes columnist Michael Tidd is shocked to discover the type of student he is
25 September 2018
‘It’s about time we scrap Ofsted’s “outstanding”’
The NAHT is right: the word ‘outstanding’ is losing all meaning, argues Michael Tidd
17 September 2018
‘Stop asking pupils: “What do you want to know?”’
When starting a primary topic, build pupils’ knowledge before asking them what they’d like to learn, says Michael Tidd
11 September 2018
Struggling to reboot today? You’re not alone...
As a teacher, switching back on after the summer is tricky – particularly when technology holds you back, says one head
3 September 2018
Five things you promised to do this summer...
... and didn’t. Ah well, there’s always next summer to clear out the garage and improve your cooking, says Michael Tidd
29 August 2018
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