As a teaching body we are all going to have to adapt our techniques in the planning, delivery and support of our students in the preparation for 100% linear examinations. Developing the use of graphic organisers in the classroom is a brilliant way to do this. With linear examinations approaching fast, we are going to have to […]
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This is an extract from chapter 5 of ‘The Road to Wigan Pier’ by George Orwell. What is particularly interesting is despite the decades in time difference, Orwell’s observations still have a ring of truth today. His explanations bear a striking resemblance to the circumstances of the working classes today, as well as offering an
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I saw the Poppy display at the Tower Of London on the 26th October, I thought that I should leave writing the blog until nearer the 11th November to make it more pertinent to the date of the memorial. Nevertheless, on the 10th of November, I feel like I have nothing new to say. There
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by Peter Thomas The Teaching and Learning Team from Churchill Community College, and their partners attended the final of the National Teacher Awards at the Guildhall, London. The National Teaching Awards are an annual celebration of exceptional teachers and teaching, founded in 1999 by Lord Puttnam, they recognize the life-changing impact of an inspirational teacher
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