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Evidence into Action is a podcast from the Education Endowment Foundation (EEF). This podcast welcomes experts in the field of education – fantastic researchers with important things to say, alongside a wealth of brilliant teachers and school leaders. Our mission is straightforward: to tackle the most important educational topics and offer you plenty of evidence-based ideas to reflect on and, hope... more

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In this episode, co-hosts Alex Quigley and Kirsten Mould discuss the EEF’s newly updated guidance on deployment of teaching assistants.

They are joined by expert Gary Aubin who discusses the role of TAs in supporting children with SEND, followed by ... more

In this episode, host Alex Quigley and the EEF’s Literacy Specialist, Chloe Butlin, discuss the importance of subject-specific talk across the curriculum. They are joined by experts and practitioners from different phases and subject areas:

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In this episode, Host Alex Quigley and the EEF’s Maths Content & Engagement Specialist, Grace Coker, are exploring why manipulatives matter in maths.

They speak to Dr Sue Gifford to discuss the research evidence around the use of manipulatives and a... more

In the final episode of our three-part series, ‘Teaching: an art or science?’ host Harry Madgwick meets with Yamina Bibi to discuss how teachers can best exercise their professional judgment, with insights from a panel of experts.

 

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Recent Guests

Gary Aubin
Former teacher, SENCO, and SEND Lead; now works with Multi-Academy Trusts supporting SEND
Whole Education
Episode: Deployment of teaching assistants
Sam Smithies
Assistant SENCO at Hathershaw College, previously an LSA; holds a Level 7 CPT-3A qualification
Hathershaw College
Episode: Deployment of teaching assistants
Claire Akroyd
Head of School at West Vale Academy; also acts as SENCO and Pupil Premium Lead
West Vale Academy
Episode: Deployment of teaching assistants
Shareen Wilkinson
Executive Director of Education for LEO Academy Trust
LEO Academy Trust
Episode: Talking the talk: subject-specific talk across the curriculum
Alex Fairlamb
Senior Leader in charge of CPD, Teaching and Learning and Secondary Literacy
Episode: Talking the talk: subject-specific talk across the curriculum
Rachel Dixon
Curriculum Leader for Science at Oldham Sixth Form College
Oldham Sixth Form College
Episode: Talking the talk: subject-specific talk across the curriculum
Dr. Sue Gifford
Chair of the Early Childhood Maths Group, former primary teacher, and researcher
University of Roehampton
Episode: Why manipulatives matter in the maths classroom
Emma Barker
Assistant Head Teacher and Maths Lead at Amberley Primary School, Lead Primary Mastery Specialist
Amberley Primary School
Episode: Why manipulatives matter in the maths classroom
Guy Carpenter
Director of Research and Innovation at Dudley Academies Trust
Dudley Academies Trust
Episode: Why manipulatives matter in the maths classroom

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Host of Evidence into Action
Harry Madgwick
Co-host and Senior Content and Engagement Manager at EEF

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Talking the talk: subject-specific talk across the curriculum
Q: What are the practical supports that need to be in place for teachers?
Teachers need a co-constructed vision for oral language and a sequential, chunked professional development program.
Talking the talk: subject-specific talk across the curriculum
Q: What are some key considerations for professional development in this area?
It requires a lot of professional development and knowledge, especially about what disciplinary literacy entails.
Teaching: an art or science - part 2
Q: How should school leaders navigate the overwhelming amount of research evidence available to them?
Leaders should access trusted sources and systematic reviews rather than relying on single studies to inform decisions about practice.
Teaching: an art or science - part 2
Q: What changes have you noticed in terms of teachers' use of research evidence in recent years?
Teachers are increasingly aware of research evidence and actively seeking it out to improve their practice, moving from reliance on leadership-driven initiatives.
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Q: If you could implement one national policy to reduce disadvantage, what would it be?
To implement student grants for disadvantaged children who want to access higher education.

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