Cornwall Research School Audio Blog

Embracing Complexity

The EEF have recently published guidance on implementation. Underpinning this is the idea that schools are complex adaptive systems and the report aims to ​“help schools embrace the complex and social nature of change”.

Implementation in Small Schools

Small schools, with their unique characteristics and close-knit communities, offer a distinct educational experience. However, implementing new educational strategies in such settings can be challenging due to their size and resource constraints. Here are some key considerations for small schools when implementing new strategies based on the research evidence.

The Power of Implementation Outcomes

Implementation outcomes are the building blocks of any successful change process in an educational setting. They provide a roadmap for school leaders, helping them understand where they are, where they want to go, and how to get there.

Leveraging Implementation Outcomes

Implementation outcomes, as described in the Education Endowment Foundation's (EEF) guidance report on implementation, serve as a compass, guiding school leaders through the intricacies of the implementation process.

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Some thoughts from school leaders and teachers who have, or are considering, participation in an EEF trial

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What to expect when participating in a project

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The benefits of participation in an EEF trial

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The different types of EEF projects in which settings can participate.

Behaviour Management vs Teaching Learning Behaviours

Schools and teachers should look to develop their pupils as learners, and explicit teaching of well specified learning behaviours may well play a pivotal role in this effort.

: Reciprocal Reading: Making the Implicit, Explicit

Jake Howcroft, Cornwall RS ELE reviews strategies to support pupils in building positivity around reading.