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The pandemic has pushed teachers out of their comfort zones like never before but, despite all the challenges, there are rewards to be had, too – if we are brave enough to wade in and grab them, says Susan Ward

When teachers make assumptions about pupil premium students being disengaged or lacking in parental support, we are the ones who are holding them back, writes Shabnam Ahmed

Many in teaching view multiple-choice quizzes as little more than a starter activity but, when Elena Russell introduced this style of questioning across her English department to formally test students, she found it to be a rigorous way of checking understanding – with the added bonus of reducing staff workload

To get maximum impact out of initiatives to help pupils in England catch up, schools should follow the three-tier Response to Intervention approach, suggests Megan Dixon

Pit your wits against Tes’ weekly general knowledge quiz

The actor recalls her education in Scotland and London, and how her ability to do impressions got her out of a tight spot with the school bullies

When introducing students to the complex ideas of Charles Darwin, deciding on the best approach can be tricky. Recent research can point teachers in the right direction, although its conclusions may come as a surprise to some, says Dan Worth

Ofsted review of sexual harassment in schools also finds ‘significant gaps in curriculum coverage’

With the news that school sports days can once again go ahead, how can we make sure they include all students?

From vaccination to trans rights, teachers are faced with big topics to explore – so where should they begin?

As a teacher-researcher, you can help to shape the future of education – but how do you get involved?

Schools have all the stress of teacher-assessed grades – and they haven’t got decent catch-up funding, says David James