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29-04-14: Teachers Warn Of Technology Overload
The Association of Teachers and Lecturers have warned that students’ learning is being disrupted by overuse of devices such as smartphones and tablets. At a recent conference, teachers heard that some students starting school are able to use touch screen technology but do not have the fine motor skills required to play with building blocks.
A Tuition News article written by Blue Tutors.
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24-04-14: State Schools Employ Over 17,000 Unqualified Teachers
New figures have been released which show that an increasing number of state-funded schools are hiring unqualified teachers. The rise in qualified teachers was precipitated by the Education Secretary’s decision to allow academies and free schools to employ staff without standard teaching qualifications.
A Tuition News article written by Blue Tutors.
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22-04-14: New GCSE and A Level Exams Unveiled
The new GCSES and A Levels for England have been revealed after months of consultation and several delays. The new exams place an increased emphasis on maths skills, with a tough maths exam and increased mathematical elements in science subjects.
A Tuition News article written by Blue Tutors.
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17-04-14: GCSEs to be Marked Using International Standards
The government has announced plans to mark GCSE papers in accordance with Chinese standards after exam regulators’ complaints that grades have been inflated over the years.
A Tuition News article written by Blue Tutors.
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15-04-14: Pledge to Abolish Illiteracy and Innumeracy
The education secretary has promised to abolish illiteracy and innumeracy in the UK, likening the need to secure educational progress to the need of developing countries to secure clean water and eliminate malaria.
A Tuition News article written by Blue Tutors.
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10-04-14: Study Leads the way for Teaching Maths
A new study has shown that using gestures is the best way for children to learn Maths. The study carried out by psychologists in the US showed that eight year old children better understood mathematical principles if they used their hands during the learning process in addition to their brains.
A Tuition News article written by Blue Tutors.
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08-04-14: Teachers' Strike Closes Schools
Last week teachers all across the country went on strike in protest over pay and working conditions. The strike which has been organised by the national union of teachers meant that many schools will close for some or all classes.
A Tuition News article written by Blue Tutors.
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03-04-14: New Tuition Fees Cost Government More Than Old System
Financial analysis shows that debt write-off has reached 45% of the £10bn in student loans, an amount which means a huge loss for the treasury.
A Tuition News article written by Blue Tutors.
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01-04-14: MPs Warn Religious Education Being Undermined
A group of MPs has said that a shortage of religious education teachers could negatively affect community relations.
A Tuition News article written by Blue Tutors.