Over recent years, marking has been a contentious topic in education, with many debating whether its impact on pupil outcomes justifies the workload created for teachers. During a recruitment and retention crisis, many school leaders have already taken steps to reduce the burden of marking on their teachers. So, do teachers still mark books, or

There are few school leaders who underestimate the importance of providing meaningful feedback. Many work hard to develop a policy which will support their teachers to use feedback effectively to improve pupil outcomes. Historically, marking policies have focussed upon the methods used to deliver feedback and how frequently this occurs. More recently, there has been

Directed Improvement and Reflection Time (DIRT) is a pedagogical approach that has gained prominence in recent years for its effectiveness in enhancing student learning and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This article aims to explore the concept of DIRT, its theoretical underpinnings, and practical strategies for implementing it in the classroom. By understanding DIRT

Yes. Feedback is a crucial component of the teaching and learning cycle. Here are 10 reasons why feedback is important to drive learning forward: Identification of Errors and Areas for Improvement: Feedback helps learners identify mistakes, errors, or areas where they can improve. It provides specific information about what was done correctly and what needs

Effective feedback is a cornerstone of successful teaching and learning. When delivered thoughtfully, feedback can propel students toward greater understanding and mastery of academic content. We all want to use feedback techniques that move learning forward, but which techniques should you use? In this blog post, we explore five evidence-based feedback techniques that have been