Discussing the consequences of a too narrow focus on the core subjects of English and STEM in the curriculum at the expense of a more balanced education.
Social Mobility Gap Reflected In Pupil Attainment
Outlining the SMCP report finding that the social mobility gap is reflected in different levels of student attainment, and recommendations for improvement.
The 2014 Ofsted Annual lecture – Guiding School Leavers Towards Career Success
A summary of the 2014 Ofsted Annual lecture on guiding school leavers towards career success.
Digital Degrees
Digital degrees and the changing attitudes towards online learning in the United Kingdom.
Blended Learning – The Online Classroom
What is blended learning and how is it being utilised within education?
Visual Learning – A Picture of the Future
Arguing the need for improved engagement within the sphere of education for visual learning, to maximise potential and overcome learning difficulties.
Educational Accountability
Educational accountability is everywhere, but are we focussing too heavily on pupil progress and attainment, stifling the joy and excitement of learning, rather than taking a holistic and balanced view of education?
Professional Development Within Education
Exploring some of the key theories, assumptions and values surrounding professional development and how to strive for and achieve professional status.
Building Learning Power
Building Learning Power (BLP) is an educational philosophy that seeks to help young people become better learners, both within and beyond school education.