Effective Holocaust education 22 January 2015 Evidence shows just how difficult it is to teach the Holocaust effectively. Paul Salmons and Stuart Foster explain why a research-informed approach will help students to tackle the profound questions that this traumatic subject raises.
First World War Centenary: Lest we forget 6 November 2014 The First World War Centenary Battlefield Tours Programme is helping students to develop a deeper understanding of the Great War. As Remembrance Day approaches, Emma Lee-Potter accompanied students on a recent trip.
Languages keep you sharp in old age 12 June 2014 As concern grows about the decline in the numbers of youngsters studying modern languages at school and university, a new survey has found that people who speak more than one language are more likely to stay sharp in old age.
The reasons behind the decline in languages at A level 8 May 2014 The latest Languages Trends study has revealed yet further decline in language learning, with specific concerns about post-16 study. Kathryn Board and Teresa Tinsley consider some of the reasons behind the continuing problems.
Young Ambassadors for RE 24 April 2014 The Religious Education Council’s Young Ambassadors scheme has been piloted in 10 schools and sees students promoting the vital role that the subject has to play in the 21st century. Lynsey Wilkinson explains her school’s experience.
Teaching resources and ideas for tackling the slave trade 6 March 2014 The film 12 Years a Slave has thrust the horrors of slavery back into the headlines. Isobel Durrant looks at a range of projects and resources that can help teachers to tackle both historic and modern slavery in the classroom.
National Citizen Service 6 February 2014 The National Citizen Service is a government-backed youth citizenship programme that builds the skills and confidence of 16 and 17-year-olds. Laura Gibbon explains.
Teaching the Holocaust 23 January 2014 Next week’s Holocaust Memorial Day is an occasion when we remember the victims of the Holocaust, as well as of other genocides around the world. Teacher Ben Fuller discusses how teachers can approach this challenging subject.
Get Set to Make a Change 16 January 2014 A new London 2012 legacy project is inviting young people to pledge their time to change their communities for the better. Teacher John Doherty explains.
Religious education – the fight-back begins 14 November 2013 One of the main casualties of education policy, including the EBacc, has been RE. But now the subject’s supporters have hit back, carrying out an 18-month review and producing a new curriculum framework to raise the status of RE. Teacher Kate Christopher
The nine elements of digital citizenship that all students must understand 10 October 2013 What exactly is digital citizenship? Earnie Kramer discusses nine key elements that all schools and their students should be aware of.
The Amnesty Teacher Programme 26 September 2013 Amnesty International has launched a brand new CPD programme designed to help teachers inspire their students and enliven their lessons by engaging with citizenship education and human rights. Ciara McGuane explains.
The ripples of history 12 September 2013 A poignant trip to Lithuania to investigate the impact of the Holocaust caused Chris Hirst to reflect on how we can approach this horrifying subject with year 7 pupils.
Bucking the languages trend 13 June 2013 In the midst of a decline in foreign language learning in Scotland, some schools are inspiring young people to buck the trend. Sam Phipps finds out how.
Resources to help teachers focus on finance 16 May 2013 Campaigners are celebrating after the inclusion of financial education in the draft national curriculum for England. Tracey Bleakley looks at what schools will need to deliver and what support and resources are out there to help.
Reigniting their love of MFL 21 March 2013 A new initiative is encouraging schools to combine language teaching with the teaching of other key subjects. Suzi Bewell takes a look at the immersion approach to MFL.
Motivating students to engage with language learning 28 February 2013 With languages no longer compulsory at key stage 4, showing students the relevance of languages and inspiring them to want to take their learning further is key. Karine Kleywegt looks at her school’s approach.
Innovative secondary language projects 8 November 2012 The European Language Label recognises innovation in the teaching of languages across the continent. This year, seven UK secondary projects were among the winners. Imke Djouadj and Eva Oliver take a look.
The history of protest songs 4 October 2012 The latest Amnesty resource and activity for schools focuses on the history of protest songs and challenges students to create their own. Naomi Westland explains.
Human rights: Campaigning for change 3 October 2012 With more than 500 Amnesty Youth Groups now active in schools across the UK, Alice Woodhouse looks at why students are engaged by human rights campaigning.
The Chinese revolution 30 August 2012 An understanding of Chinese history, culture and language will be increasingly crucial for our younger generations. Dr Judith McClure introduces the Scotland-China Education Network, including its new student ambassadors scheme.
The enigmas of Alan Turing 28 June 2012 Second World War code-breaker Alan Turing was a national hero and a mathematical genius. Teacher Kester Brewin considers how his inspiring yet tragic story could engage your students.
Academic claims the Tudor era is a misleading invention 21 June 2012 From the six wives of Henry VIII to the Spanish Armada, the so-called Tudor period has long been a fundamental part of history lessons in our schools.
30 August 2012