Last chance to pre-order your Tes Research series: volume two

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Open in browser Hello zimplysimple As an education professional, we know it can be hard to keep up with the latest trends and developments. That’s why we’ve put together a collection of some of the most recent, topical research pieces from top education experts and specialists. The Tes Research series: volume two is packed with valuable content that will keep you informed on what’s happening at the cutting edge of education. It’s available now to pre-order for just £7.50 (usually £9.99) but only until 2 October. pre-order Tes Research series: volume two In the Tes Research series: volume two Spotting Research Myths Dr Christian Bokhove, lecturer in mathematics education at the University of Southampton and a specialist in research methodologies, identifies some prime examples of where he feels research has been oversimplified or misconstrued by educators. Tackling literacy problems in secondary Dr Jessie Ricketts, head of the Language and Reading Acquisition research lab at Royal Holloway, University of London, talks about the impact of vocabulary on early reading – and how to tackle literacy problems in secondary. The role of genetics in education Leading genetics researcher Dr Kathryn Asbury argues that genes are hugely influential in learning and educational outcomes. She talks about Genome-wide Polygenic Scores (GPS) and their potential role in education. How to judge teacher and school effectiveness Professor Daniel Muijs, Ofsted’s new head of research, discusses his plans for research projects while at Ofsted, the ethics of education research and also the lack of evidence-based approaches to behaviour management. Also in the Research series... Why you’re probably not making the most of your teaching assistants Teaching assistants are under-utilised, under-appreciated and have the potential to be a hugely positive influence in schools. That’s according to Rob Webster, one of the country’s leading researchers into the role of TAs. Why setting does not work Professor Becky Francis, director of the UCL Institute of Education, sets out what every teacher needs to know about setting. Under what conditions is it beneficial for students, and what are the most common ways of getting setting wrong? Gender stereotyping in schools – its damaging effects and how to prevent it Professor Vanita Sundaram thinks schools play a significant role in establishing and propagating gender norms, which can have a very negative impact on both genders. She explains how schools can begin to dismantle these gender stereotypes. Understanding race in education University of Birmingham academic Kalwant Bhopal believes every teacher needs to take racism seriously and push for a more diverse and representative education system. It's all in the Tes Research series: volume two Last chance to pre-order your copy for just £7.50 (usually £9.99). Pre-orders end 2 October. pre-order Tes Research series: volume two Too many emails? You can change your email preference settings anytime. This website and its content is subject to our Terms and Conditions. Tes Global Ltd is registered in England (Company No 02017289) with its registered office at 26 Red Lion Square London WC1R 4HQ.