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Kate Jones @katejonesteach.bsky.social · 1d

Inspired by the Knoster Model, I created this graphic to explore the importance of different aspects of effective & efficient study strategies. I have found this useful to share & discuss with students.

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Kate Jones @katejonesteach.bsky.social · 1d

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5 Tips For Parents And Carers Supporting Their Child’s Learning - HWRK Magazine

By Kate Jones Parents and carers often struggle with knowing the best way to support their child’s learning and revision. In this article, Kate explains what they can focus on to help their children m...

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Kate Jones @katejonesteach.bsky.social · 1d

At Evidence Based Education we have a range of high-quality evidence-informed teaching & learning eBooks you can download from our fantastic resource library! evidence-based-education.thinkific.com/courses/reso...

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Voice 21 @voice21oracy.bsky.social · 1d

✨Don't miss out on our second free webinar of Oracy October!

Join us today at 3:45pm to explore:
🎤 Lessons from the Commission on the Future of Oracy Education in England
🎤 How these can be translated to the classroom

Book your spot here 👇
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Oracy October: Session Registration [We STILL Need to Talk]

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Kate Jones @katejonesteach.bsky.social · 1d

That's great, I hope they have lots of useful practical takeaways! :)

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Teachers Talk Radio @ttradioofficial.bsky.social · 3d

Remember this evening on Teachers Talk Radio:

6pm – Matt W live via www.youtube.com/live/NZhWVRx...

9pm – Seema Aggarwal live via www.youtube.com/live/NZhWVRx...

Join us live for insight, conversation, and connection with educators across the UK.

AI in the Classroom

What happens when algorithms meet acids and AI rubs shoulders with Bunsen burners? In this episode of AI in the Classroom, we’re diving into the weird, wonde...

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Kate Jones @katejonesteach.bsky.social · 3d

A Little Guide for Teachers: Questioning for Teaching and Learning is available for pre-order! 🎉Questioning is at the heart of great teaching, what teachers do every day. This book offers practical, evidence-informed advice & strategies to make every question count. www.amazon.co.uk/Little-Guide...

A Little Guide for Teachers: Questioning for Teaching and Learning eBook : Jones, Kate: Amazon.co.uk: Books

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Kate Jones @katejonesteach.bsky.social · 4d

I am excited to be leading two workshops for the Schools Alliance for Excellence, focusing on Retrieval Practice and Feedback. Evidence-informed & practical, with lots of takeaways for teachers! For more information and tickets, see the link below:

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Using Retrieval Practice and Feedback Effectively Workshop Autumn 25 | Schools Alliance for Excellence

Join internationally acclaimed educator Kate Jones—teacher, leader, bestselling author, award-winning speaker, and trusted voice in evidence-informed practice—for an inspiring and practical workshop d...

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Teachers Talk Radio @ttradioofficial.bsky.social · 4d

Listen Back! How research meets the classroom: The Late Late show with Graham Stanley
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How research meets the classroom: The Late Late show with Graham Stanley | Teachers Talk Radio

On tonight's Late Late show, I was joined by Noha Omaya in Cairo, Egypt for a conversation about how research meets the classroom: what students really learn, and we talked about the hidden curriculum, storytelling & critical thinking.

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Kate Jones @katejonesteach.bsky.social · 13d

Questioning for Teaching & Learning is available to pre-order now, published in November! www.amazon.co.uk/Little-Guide...

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Shane Leaning @shaneleaning.com · 20d

Fascinating reflection on using principles over policies by @katejonesteach.bsky.social. I love the flex of this approach! #edusky

Evidence Based Education @evidencebased.education · 20d

Teaching and learning: Principles or policies?

"Should school leaders consider implementing such policies? Or might they be better served by broader teaching and learning principles?"

Blog by Kate Jones

Read it here 👇
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#EduBlogShare #EduSky #UKEd

Teaching and learning: Principles or policies?

Explore how school policies support teachers, staff, students, and parents in understanding school requirements and procedures.

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Kate Jones @katejonesteach.bsky.social · Aug 18

If you're interested in AI and education, then I highly recommend subscribing to Teacher Prompts. It's a fantastic resource library with weekly updates and articles. news.teacherprompts.ai/subscribe?re...

Teacher Prompts

The weekly AI briefing for teachers

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Evidence Based Education @evidencebased.education · Jun 23

Chunking in the classroom

"Chunking has been shown to be useful for both retention of information and the transfer of information. This technique can be used with learners of all ages and across different subjects and topics."

Blog by Kate Jones

Read it here 👉 buff.ly/kjPlINN

#EduBlogShare

Chunking in the Classroom

Learn about chunking and its role in optimising learning through segmenting information for better understanding.

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Evidence Based Education @evidencebased.education · Jun 29

NEW eBook ✍️

Learn how to use flashcards to boost long-term learning. This practical guide explores why, when, and how to use flashcards to support retrieval practice

Download here: buff.ly/EaXxUJp

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Evidence Based Education @evidencebased.education · Jul 6

Maximising Opportunities to Learn in the Post -16 classroom

Blog by @KateJones_teach

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Maximising Opportunities to Learn in the Post -16 classroom

Explore strategies for maximising opportunities in teaching to enhance student learning and effectiveness in the classroom.

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Evidence Based Education @evidencebased.education · Jul 12

Retrieval Practice and Technology: Five Key Principles

"Technology has the potential to harness the benefits of retrieval practice through providing regular and low stakes opportunities for retrieval practice, inside and outside of the classroom."

Blog by Kate Jones

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Retrieval Practice and Technology: Five Key Principles

Learn how retrieval practice can enhance teaching and learning with new technologies and low-stakes assessment opportunities.

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Evidence Based Education @evidencebased.education · Jul 17

Encourage students to ask for, and accept, help.

In this blog, Kate Jones discusses the importance of encouraging students to seek assistance when needed, and how it can lead to greater success in their academic journey.

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Encourage students to ask for, and accept, help

Asking for help is a sign of strength not weakness, although for many it can be challenging or uncomfortable to recognise when help is needed.

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Evidence Based Education @evidencebased.education · Jul 21

Chunking in the classroom

"Chunking has been shown to be useful for both retention of information and the transfer of information. This technique can be used with learners of all ages and across different subjects and topics."

Blog by Kate Jones

Read it here 👉 buff.ly/6o85Y4l

#EduBlogShare

Chunking in the Classroom

Learn about chunking and its role in optimising learning through segmenting information for better understanding.

buff.ly

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Evidence Based Education @evidencebased.education · Jul 22

We have some great news to share with you!

Professor Robert Coe is appointed to the expert panel of the new independent inquiry into white working-class educational outcomes.

Read more here and why it matters.
evidencebased.education/professor-ro...

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Evidence Based Education @evidencebased.education · Mar 24

The Model for Great Teaching offers a curriculum for teachers’ professional learning.

It provides a common professional language and a shared structure for enabling Great Teaching.

Which Element are you currently focusing on first?

Let us know in the comments below! 👇

#EduSky #UKEd

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Hazel Pinner @hazelmpinner.bsky.social · Jul 22

@ianeagletonauthor.bsky.social and. @harrywoodgate.bsky.social look what I found in The English Bookshop in #Amsterdam 🌈 🤩

Table display of LGBTQ+ representative books including Glitter Boy by Ian Eagleton and Grandads Pride by Harry Woodgate

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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · Jul 22

Join our free online event, Ready to Lead, on 27–28 August. Two days of Ofsted updates, strategy sessions, and leadership insights to prepare for the year ahead
Register here: trybooking.com/uk/events/l...

HeadteacherChat LIVE: Ready for the New Term

Two powerful days of inspiration, clarity and leadership focus. Join the School Leader Community as we explore what’s possible when school leaders...

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Beth G-G @bethgg.bsky.social · Jul 18

Sorry, I meant to include the link when I mentioned it, but forgot to paste 🤦‍♀️This one! evidencebased.education/the-lingerin...

The lingering ‘learning styles’ myth

Despite the lack of evidence, learning styles have become well known amongst educators, students, and parents.

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Kate Jones @katejonesteach.bsky.social · Jun 26

I'm looking to connect with a literary agent. If anyone in my network has a recommendation, I’d really appreciate it!

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Jamie Clark @xpateducator.bsky.social · Jun 22

📢 WHOLE CLASS FEEDBACK! This NEW one-page guide unpacks Whole Class Feedback—a high-impact, workload-friendly approach to boost pupil progress. Inspired by the book📗Feedback by @katejonesteach.bsky.social and other leading edu-voices…

📥 Grab a high-quality copy here: jamieleeclark.com/graphics

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