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Makaton: a safety net of symbols for non-verbal students
Imagine not being able to communicate with your friends, peers or colleagues about something important to you. Consider how frustrating it would be not being able to use words to explain a situation. This can be the daily emotions of non-verbal students. CONFIDENCE Makaton allows people of all ages to improve their communication levels in…
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SEN schools excel in latest Ofsted reports
Outstanding, meaning exceptionally good: this is how a vast majority of SEN schools were ranked in the most recent Ofsted reports. Every school will go through an Ofsted inspection at one point or another and preparation is essential for success. The main objective of an inspection is to ensure that young people obtain the highest…
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Science masterclasses offered by the Royal Society of Edinburgh
The Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE) and partnering Scottish universities run a series of free Sciences Masterclasses across Scotland. These sessions are offered twice-a-year, on four consecutive Saturdays in Spring (April–May) and Autumn (October–November) and coincide with local school holidays. The programme is delivered by a range of experts and designed to suit S1 and S2…
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Anyone out there? On Scotland’s teacher shortage
Pen and paper at the ready, class, today’s lesson is all about teacher shortages. Across Scotland, the prospect of educating young minds has lost its appeal and there are fewer and fewer student teachers. The question on everyone’s lips is why has a career in teaching lost its spark? Teaching is rewarding as it is…
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Rise of the robots
Over the last century, teaching has seen considerable changes, starting from rote learning and chalkboards and progressing to using computers and iPads in the classroom. We could be on the edge of the biggest advancement yet, as there is talk of Artificial Intelligence (AI) entering schools in the near future. We speak to Professor Robert…
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Bòrd na Gàidhlig The Year Ahead
Bòrd na Gàidhlig a’ coimhead air adhart agus fios mu taic ionmhais a tha ri faighinn airson phròiseactan ann an roinn an Fhoghlaim Bòrd na Gàidhlig looks ahead to some developments in Gaelic Education and some of the funding opportunities available to the education sector Dìleab An T-Siorraidh Dìleab An T-Siorraidh is a new project in…
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Stress-Free Exams
Exams and tests can be just as stressful for teachers as they are for students, but there’s no need for you to dread the exam season as well. Here are a few handy tips to keep you at the top of your game. Stay motivated It’s hard to stay on track – why not plan…
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Safeguarding Young Love
When it comes to teenagers, the hormones and endorphins are probably palpable in your classroom. Young love is great and it can be heartwarming to watch pupils explore the world of romance, but how do you protect a student if you think they are being abused in their relationship? There is a common misconception that…
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Game on this summer at New Lanark
New Lanark World Heritage Site is celebrating the joy, excitement and occasional frustration of playing board games with touring exhibition GAME PLAN: Board Games Rediscovered. The V&A Museum of Childhood’s exhibition will be held in the newly developed Mill Gallery from 20 July – 4 November. It will include some of the most iconic board…
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Skoog: the disability-friendly musical instrument
Making music can be a form of self-expression or a way to relax, and musical therapy is a great way for anyone with a disability to communicate. Commended for its inclusivity, Skoog has been created as a musical instrument everyone can play. Once synced with the Skoog app on your phone or iPad, the device…
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