Features
-
Handling the personal statement
Who would have thought 4,000 characters could be so daunting? The personal statement is dreaded from students and teachers alike, but it’s easier than you think to get your head around personal statements and lead students to success. Personal statement: two words that are guaranteed to release groans, sighs, and worry from your students. Essential for those looking to apply for university or college, the…
-
My school days: Greg McHugh
Teachers can help shape a person far beyond their time at school, Edinburgh-born actor Greg McHugh will always remember the positive impact school had on him.
-
Winding down for Christmas
It’s coming to that time of year: the kids are tired, you’re tired, and everyone is just trying to make it to the end of the term. With only three more days to go, why not start winding down with some fun activities for you and your pupils to enjoy?
-
Independent Living Fund (ILF) Scotland Transition Fund Open: Apply Now!
ILF Scotland has opened an exciting new fund (totalling £5 million) for young disabled people in Scotland.
-
Bringing charity to the classroom this International Volunteers Day
‘Tis the season of nativity plays, Christmas crafts and homemade decorations. With festive cheer around every corner, why not look into some of the fantastic organisations your class and school can help this festive season?
-
Interdisciplinary learning: creative thinking for a complex world
On Wednesday 30 January 2019, the RSE’s Education Committee will hold its first education conference, bringing together teachers, policy makers, educational leaders and researchers to discuss interdisciplinary learning. Interdisciplinary Learning (IDL) draws together knowledge and understanding from multiple subjects or disciplines in order to solve problems or advance understanding of a subject. During the Conference, the concept of IDL will be further explained to showcase how…
-
Glasgow school named number one in Scotland
It’s time to celebrate: a Glasgow school has been named the best in Scotland for the second year running.
-
Take learning out of the classroom with Ocean Youth Trust
Ocean Youth Trust Scotland provides adventurous youth work voyages where young people build skills and gain qualifications. One teacher tells us about her experience of sailing with OYT Scotland. Funded through the Pupil Equity Fund and the Scottish Attainment Challenge Fund, she and a colleague were able to bring along a group of 10 young…
-
Let’s talk bullying with Scope Role Models
Bullying can be an unfortunate part of growing up. From being deliberately left out to name calling and physical violence, bullying comes in many shapes and sizes. Starting a discussion is the first step to sending an anti-bullying message. Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me. We’ve all heard the traditional saying; in fact, words can have a…
Teacher's Resource Magazine 