Illuminating cognitive science research through evidence-informed CPD & student workshops. "Teaching & Learning Illuminated" out now 📚

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Inclusion is now its own graded area on the Ofsted report card. We went through 400+ inspection reports under the new framework to find out what's actually separating strong inclusion practice from schools flagged for improvement. Paper 3 is live 👇 innerdrive.ebforms.com/46739… #Ofsted #SLT
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New knowledge is easier to understand when students can connect it to what they already know.  Our Schema course explores how teachers can help students build and organise knowledge more effectively.
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Stress can affect how students think, learn and perform.  Our Student Stress Management workshop gives students practical strategies to understand stress, manage pressure and perform at their best.
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Homework can be useful, but it’s all about how it’s designed and used.  Explore the research behind effective homework and how teachers can use it purposefully to support learning using the Homework course on the Teacher CPD Academy.
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What makes students feel like they truly belong? Is it enough to simply feel included, or is there more to it?
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There’s a lot of education research out there. Which studies are actually worth knowing? Our free resource brings together key research every teacher should know, with clear explanations of what the findings mean for the classroom. 🔎
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Sometimes a simple visual reminder can be useful. 👀  Our free education posters turn complex ideas from Cognitive Science and Performance Psychology into accessible, practical resources for schools.
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AI is already changing education, but what does effective use actually look like? 💻 Our Using AI in Education workshop explores the opportunities, limitations and practical considerations for using AI responsibly in schools.
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What barriers to learning might students with ADHD or autism face in the classroom? Our free ADHD & Autism webinar with Educational Psychologist Dr Pippa Busch will explore the research, practical strategies and the role schools can play in supporting students and families. Tuesday 6th October, 4pm BST 🎓 teachercpdacademy.com/webina…
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What does it actually take to become an independent learner? From self-regulation and metacognition to effective study habits, explore the strategies that can help students take greater ownership of their learning.
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Why can high-achieving students still feel like they’re not good enough? 🤔 Explore the research behind impostor syndrome and perfectionism, and what teachers can do to support students experiencing them.
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How confident are you that your students actually understand what you've just taught? The Checking for Understanding course explores practical ways to uncover misconceptions and use that information to adapt teaching.
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When students feel like they belong, it can influence how they engage with learning and school life. Our Sense of Belonging course explores the research behind belonging and practical ways teachers can support it.
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With 📚 #GCSEs on their minds, today our Year 11 students took part in a Strategies for Success Day delivered by @Inner_Drive & sponsored by #TheSunninghillTrust to develop their practical skills & concentration techniques. Read the full story: bit.ly/3T8J678 ⭐
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Retrieval Practice is about more than testing what students remember. It’s about strengthening those memory connections over time. Our Teacher CPD workshop explores the research and practical ways to make retrieval part of everyday teaching. 🔄
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Adaptive Teaching is about responding to students’ needs without lowering expectations. This course explores practical strategies for creating inclusive, responsive lessons that help all students access the learning.
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Understanding ADHD and autism can make a real difference to how we support students in the classroom. Join Dr Pippa Busch for our free live webinar on ADHD & Autism on Tuesday 6th October at 4pm BST, with practical strategies for supporting students with neurodevelopmental differences. teachercpdacademy.com/webina…
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Homework can be useful, but it’s all about how it’s designed. 📝  The Homework course, on the Teacher CPD Academy, explores what the research says about effective homework and how schools can develop a stronger homework culture.
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Attention is limited, so keeping students focused isn’t always as simple as asking them to concentrate. This Teacher CPD Academy course explores common distractions and practical ways to support attention in the classroom.
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Rosenshine’s Principles connect research with practical classroom strategies. Our Teacher CPD workshop explores the principles alongside the Cognitive Science behind them, from questioning and modelling to Retrieval Practice and scaffolding.
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Can creativity actually be taught? ✨  Our Creativity course explores what the research says about developing creative and curious learners, and how teachers can put it into practice.
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