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As the Research School for the Blackpool Opportunity Area, our aim is to develop an evidence-based profession.
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Latest news from around the entire Research Schools Network
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Using models in Science
FAR approach – how to select and use scientific models effectively in the classroom
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Key Pillars of Assessment
What does effective assessment practice really look like?
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Ready to be back?
Back to school and back to basics – The 10 Principles of Instruction
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Supporting your child with learning remotely
Secondary chemistry teacher and EEF science specialist, Dr Niki Kaiser, on the challenges of supporting learning in lockdown.
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Supporting Self-regulation
Julian Grenier, director at East London Research School, on the impact of Covid-19 on young pupils’ self-regulation skills.
The ‘catch-up’ conundrum
Where does the evidence suggest we look for solutions?
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Key upcoming Events
A selection of events from the Research Schools Network
Modules
-Next date: 14th April 2021 4:00pm - 5:30pmOnline
TRAINING COURSE: Memory and learning
This training programme will take place ONLINE. Each session will be recorded to allow later playback, all session slides will be shared, and participants will have access to exclusive online tools to allow collaboration and sharing with other schools on the programme.
Tickets from: £125
Twilight / Briefing
- 5th May 2021 4:00pm - 5:00pmOnline
ONLINE TWILIGHT: Improving Secondary Science
Exploring the findings from the EEF evidence review
Multiple ticket options available
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-Next date: 15th April 2021 4:00pm - 5:30pmOnline
TRAINING COURSE: Developing metacognition and self-regulated learning
We will use extensive evidence, including the EEF metacognition guidance report, to enable you to make confident decisions that will help your pupils develop their memory, become aware of their strengths and limitations, and select the most appropriate strategies when undertaking a task.
Tickets from: £125
Multi-Day Training
-Next date: 22nd February 2021 3:30pm - 5:00pmOnline
TWILIGHT SERIES: Integrating evidence into maths teaching
This brand new series looks at some new resources from EEF based upon 2017’s KS2/3 guidance report.
Free
Twilight / Briefing
- 27th May 2021 8:30am - 10:00amOnline
RESEARCH BREAKFAST: EEF Cognitive Science review
A morning session looking at the latest in evidence-informed practice
Free
Twilight / Briefing
- 1st July 2021 8:30am - 9:30amOnline
RESEARCH BREAKFAST: EEF Feedback guidance report
A morning session looking at the latest in evidence-informed practice
Free