Wednesday
GCSE maths: the power of productive struggle
A new intervention for GCSE maths resit students has been found to have a remarkable impact on students from disadvantaged backgrounds, writes Geoff Wake
Why extrinsic motivation might not be so bad for pupils
Popular wisdom says that extrinsic motivation should be avoided as far as possible – but have we been too quick to judge? Alex Quigley explores
Wednesday
2024 exams: Ofqual issues warning over cheating
Watchdog warns of the consequences of being caught with a phone in an exam hall or searching for leaked exam papers on social media
Schools urged to be ‘vigilant’ after IB data leak
International Baccalaureate warns of uptick in ‘malicious’ activity from ‘nefarious actors’ but says no exam material has been compromised
Tuesday
GCSEs: How alumni advice is boosting resilience for Year 11s
As exams loom, it can be hard for Year 11s to keep a sense of perspective, but words of wisdom from former students can have a huge impact
GCSEs: Concern over Year 11 absence as exams loom
The disadvantage gap could widen this year due to concerns over student absence, mental health and wellbeing, warn leaders and researchers
