Evidence into Action

In this new instalment, our expert panel discuss how reading teaching can be supported using the reading comprehension house, which featured in our updated guidance report, Improving Literacy in Key Stage 2. Regular host Alex Quigley is joined by our Literacy Content Specialist, Sarah Green, in discussion with: Kate Cain, Professor of Language and Literacy Development at Lancaster University (Start – 30:25); Caroline Bilton, Deputy Headteacher at Cragside C of E Primary School (30:25 – 36:50); and James Siddle, Primary School Headteacher and Director of Kyra Research School (36:50– End). Further Resources: This episode is the counterpart to a previous episode on teaching reading fluency, which featured Professor Tim Rasinski, Julie Phazey and Louise Quinn. EEF Improving Literacy in KS2 Guidance Report (Published November 2021) EEF Blog, The 'Reading Comprehension House' and foundations that support word reading

In this latest instalment of the EEF's 'Evidence into Action' podcast, our expert panel discuss the evidence around the importance of fluency in teaching children to read. Regular host Alex Quigley is joined by our Literacy Content Specialist, Sarah Green, in discussion with: Tim Rasinski, Professor of Literacy Education and author of “The Megabook of Fluency” (Start – 29:50); Julie Phazey, Primary School Headteacher (29:50 – 39:52); and Louise Quinn, Secondary School Deputy Headteacher and Senior Leader in Education (39:52 – End). Further Resources: The EEF Reading Fluency Glossary EEF Blog, Why Focus on Reading Fluency?

Harry Fletcher-Wood, an author and researcher at Teacher Tapp, shares insights on effective professional development based on the EEF's guidance. Helen Bellinger, a former primary head teacher and director at Doncaster Research School, emphasizes the importance of practical application in training. Tom Martell discusses the need for tailored support to engage educators and transform their practices. They explore strategies for behavior change in teachers and advocate for a collaborative, evidence-based approach to enhance teaching and learning outcomes.

In this new instalment, our expert panel explore the newly updated Teaching and Learning Toolkit. Regular host Alex Quigley is joined by the EEF’s Head of Synthesis, Jon Kay, alongside: Professor Steve Higgins, lead author of the Teaching and Learning Toolkit and Professor of Education at Durham University (Start – 28:09); Sarah Green, Assistant Headteacher, National Oracy Leader, Evidence Lead in Education and EEF Literacy Content Specialist and Julie Kettlewell, Assistant Director of Huntington Research School, Memory and Metacognition specialist, Psychology teacher and EEF Content Specialist for Learning Behaviours (28:09 – End). Further Resources: EEF's Teaching and Learning Toolkit Additional support resources for the Toolkit 

Today, the EEF has released the latest episode of ‘Evidence into Action’, our podcast which considers specific areas of educational research and its implications for classroom practice. In this new instalment, our expert panel explore the findings from our recently published evidence review, ‘Cognitive Science in the Classroom’. Regular host Alex Quigley is joined by assistant headteacher and literacy specialist Caroline Bilton, in discussion with: Dr Thomas Perry, lead author on the EEF’s recent ‘Cognitive Science in the Classroom’ evidence review, educational researcher and lecturer at the University of Birmingham (Start – 28:09); and Mark Miller, Headteacher at Bradford Research School and Dixons Trinity Academy. (28:09 – End)

In this latest episode, our expert panel examine the recommendations from our recently published Feedback guidance report and explore the implications for teaching practice. Regular host Alex Quigley is joined by Joe Collin, EEF programmes manager, in discussion with: Our team of Content Specialists: Assistant Headteacher and EEF Literacy Specialist Caroline Bilton, secondary school chemistry teacher and EEF Science Specialist Dr Niki Kaiser, and secondary school maths teacher and EEF Maths Specialist Simon Cox; (Start – 21:44); Clare Christie, primary school maths teacher and Specialist Leader of Education; (21:44 – 39:41); and Corinne Settle, Senior Education Lead at SSAT. (39:41 – End) Further resources: EEF Teacher Feedback to Improve Pupil Learning Guidance Report (Published June 2021) EEF Blog, Using Evidence to Deliver Feedback Effectively 

Guests Gillian West and Claudine Bowyer-Crane discuss the Nuffield Early Language Intervention (NELI) and the impact of Covid on young children. Caroline Coyne, Joanne Burr, and Rhian Owen talk about the Leading Language and Loving It programme. Charlotte Hardwick and Rebecca Austwick share their experiences developing oral language and implementing NELI successfully in schools.

In this episode, regular host Alex Quigley is joined by Caroline Bilton, assistant headteacher at Cragside Primary School and the EEF’s literacy specialist, to discuss teaching reading comprehension with our expert panel: Professor Kate Nation, experimental psychologist and expert on language and literacy development in school children, explains the process of learning to comprehend text; (Start – 19:43); Hydeh Fayez, Year 5 teacher and evidence lead in education, highlights the importance of exposing children to high-quality texts; (19:48 – 31:41); and Stella Jones, Director of Teaching and Learning at Tower End Associate Research School, describes her school’s approach to improving pupils’ reading fluency. (31:48 – End) Further resources: EEF Improving Literacy in KS2 Guidance Report (Published November 2021) and additional tools

In this discussion, Simon Cox, a maths content specialist and secondary teacher, highlights shifts in teaching techniques, emphasizing assessment and manipulatives. Craig Barton, former teacher and author, dives into tackling misconceptions in maths with diagnostic questions. Fliss James, an Early Years educator, passionately advocates for play-based learning, stressing its vital role in early mathematical development. Together, they explore strategies to foster a solid foundation for students, addressing challenges and celebrating effective teaching practices.

This episode focuses on how schools can ‘Make the Difference for Disadvantaged Pupils’. We explore the big picture of the challenges faced by disadvantaged pupils.   Host, EEF National Content Manager, Alex Quigley, is joined by expert guests including: Natalie Perrera, Executive Director and Head of Research at the Education Policy Institute Professor Becky Francis, the CEO of the EEF Sonia Thompson, the headteacher of St Matthew’s C of E Primary School, in Birmingham. Resources and links:  The EEF Guide to the Pupil Premium (Updated September 2024) and associated resources