Secondary
Friday
13th May 2022
Could paying students to work harder help boost GCSE grades?
As new research suggests the use of financial rewards could raise the attainment of certain groups of students, Irena Baker speaks to the academic behind the study
How nudge theory can boost attainment
When teachers at this school realised that the brightest students were making the least progress throughout their school experience, nudge theory was introduced – and it has had great success
Thursday
14th Apr 2022
Are we getting engagement all wrong?
While most teachers would agree that boosting engagement is a good thing, fewer are clear on exactly what it is and how to develop it, says Alex Quigley
What’s the role of phonics in secondary school?
Many secondary teachers turn to phonics when trying to improve students’ literacy, but they need to look at previous learning experience, explore alternatives and constantly evaluate, says Thomas Martell
Friday
1st Apr 2022
How to engage reluctant learners in maths
When looking to increase engagement in secondary maths, and reach the ambitious targets set for GCSEs in the Schools White Paper, where should teachers turn? Here, those from alternative provisions share their advice on how to reach those who are struggling
How to engage reluctant learners with literacy
As ambitious targets are set for GCSEs in the Schools White Paper, we talk to teachers in alternative provision for a two-part series on how to engage those who are struggling: today, the focus is on literacy