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“More than that, just because professional dialogue can be an informal form of learning, that doesn’t mean it can’t be planned for. Indeed, professional dialogue is simply too important to leave up to chance” Massive opportunities to guide & influence T&L by being intentional. Excellent read:

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Perhaps an unpopular musing... But this opinion piece from @schoolsweek.bsky.social really got me thinking, and I can 100% see a place for AI in inspections. Done right, I can see it shifting inspectors role from evidence gathering to seeking to understand. schoolsweek.co.uk/how-ai-can-b...

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Can you tell which is the ‘better’ descriptor…? Take the quiz and find out…

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Superb post from Ben; considered and thought provoking. Ideas and issues around labels, SEND provision, evidence bases and impact are handled with nuance and clarity. Grab a coffee and have a read:

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Would recommend… click and subscribe - you’ll definitely find it useful:

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“Perhaps it is a nostalgic phrase but Every Child Matters and always should. We are pleased that your Schools Bill is written with that at its heart and urge all parties in the sector to engage positively and constructively on the fine detail that will mean it works best for all.” This ⤵️

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I love this. I needed to read this. Excellent post @johntomsett.bsky.social. Today I will wear my expensive perfume!

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Well this is very exciting… steplab.co/watch The chance to watch and learn from some amazing teachers: ‘Great Teaching, Unpacked’ - a Steplab documentary @pepsmccrea.bsky.social @joshpd.bsky.social @steplab.bsky.social

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What a great way to spend a Friday! @steplab.bsky.social

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“For an assessment system to be effective it needs to be a) free from distorting effects, and b) honest. Progress measures – especially those based on teacher assessment – are a problem on both counts: they result in the distortion of data because they’re not real.” @jpembroke.bsky.social

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Brilliantly succinct summary of what really matters when it comes to staff wellbeing. If you want to make a meaningful and lasting difference watch this 2 minute video:

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Boxing Day present 🎁 Get downloading and sharing. Thanks @dylanwiliam.bsky.social for your wisdom and for sharing this so generously.

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Merry Christmas everyone! Have a fabulous day, and for all the introverts out there - hiding in the toilet for 10 minutes is always an option; except when I’m in there already…

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Huge, if true.

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Is there any evidence that shared, consistent routines and T&L frameworks matter? Or are worth the effort embedding? @pepsmccrea.bsky.social explores just that here: youtu.be/L-1BqYCQj_o?... And if you don’t already, you should subscribe to his weekly snacks: snacks.pepsmccrea.com/subscribe?re...

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Googling Stuff: Then v Now.

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Is there any evidence that shared, consistent routines and T&L frameworks matter? Or are worth the effort embedding? @pepsmccrea.bsky.social explores just that here: youtu.be/L-1BqYCQj_o?... And if you don’t already, you should subscribe to his weekly snacks: snacks.pepsmccrea.com/subscribe?re...

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Report, ‘Behaviour Barometer’, from @schoolsurveys.bsky.social, using @teachertapp.bsky.social data. A must read if you are a school leader. Some interesting insights that might just challenge your perceptions and stimulate some productive cognitive dissonance. Link here: zhi5rt9t.sibpages.com

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I’m a big fan of instructional coaching, having launched or supported its launch in five schools recently. I am also a big fan of @steplab.bsky.social. It’s one of those tools that is so good I don’t know why anyone wouldn’t use it. And here’s the evidence: https://steplab.co/resources/papers/B…

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A brilliant exploration by @adamboxereducation.bsky.social of the way we can use prepositions when coaching teachers that create a sense of purpose and give a feeling of momentum and action. Definitely worth 5 minutes of your time #Edusky

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This is a fascinating read… science teachers definitely take note, and everyone else just enjoy:

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For the edu-geek in your life… and the perfect gift for the SLT Secret Santa! 🎅🏻 🎄

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Saturday I was at the CredimusAI Launch. It was a great event, full of people doing genuinely innovative things with AI to reduce workload or improve T&L. Tickets for next year are already available, and I would 100% recommend: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1086348350...

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Some helpful advice in here for anyone involved in mentoring and coaching teachers, but also some links to excellent resources and further reading. #EduSky

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Recently arrived on Bluesky? Thanks for following by the way… Here is the best summary and ‘how-to’ I’ve found of many of the features: www.theverge.com/24295933/blu... #Edusky

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“I think we all have a responsibility to acknowledge the limitations of our perceptions and do our best where possible to view all interactions at work from the perspectives of others.” Lots of widsdom here from @claireharley.bsky.social, especially true in the dark days of November!

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Fascinating listening to @johntomsett.bsky.social talking about aristotal.ai - an AI teacher coaching tool. Looks really powerful.

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All things AI this morning at CredimusAI Launch Event. Loads of great sessions, hosted by Ben Barker and Greater Schools.

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This direction of travel runs against the aims of the reform. More high stakes judgements, more hoops schools will feel the need to jump through, more subjective concepts being ‘measured’. If you want to see a better way, check out the Beyond Ofsted report: beyondofsted.org.uk/wp-content/u...

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