ºìÌÒÊÓƵing methodologies helping pupils catch up
In the recent webinar , Professor Richard Powers highlighted the issues teachers and pupils are now facing in terms of gaps in education.
A study from the showed that 68 % of 6-year-olds had fallen 1 year behind in their reading levels, while a 2021 study showed gaps in mathematics, phonics, reading, writing/handwriting, languages (speaking and listening), and physical education/sports.
Powers also shared UNICEF´s , an online resource hub aimed at building literacy skills for children around the world. The hub is divided into six main categories, all tackling an area of education such as formative assessment and language of instruction, which allow the teacher to monitor students’ capabilities and tailor the curriculum to suit the individual learner’s needs.
The are based on scientific insights into how people learn. These guidelines act on the principles of engagement, representation, and action and expression and can be adapted to any educational environment by teachers, educators, parents, and researchers. Giving pupils real-life projects in can be a great tool to promote pupil-directed learning, collaboration, and critical thinking. takes a more empathic approach, focusing on the impact of emotions on learning and a kind, affirmative approach to leadership. Social-emotional learning can help increase positive behaviours inside the classroom and foster a collaborative approach to learning.
Resources:
Online ºìÌÒÊÓƵing Framework Toolkit:
Successful Educational Actions for Inclusion and Social Cohesion in Europe: