LGBT bullying, variation theory, bad team-building…

…ignoring research, group learning and more. Tes magazine – out 16 November

Open in browser Hello zimplysimple We’ve all heard of variation theory right? Or maybe not... Variation theory approaches are already being used by many maths teachers – whether they realise it or not. So why do so many myths around these approaches persist? Read all about it in the 16 November issue of Tes magazine. Simply subscribe by Monday 12 November to get your copy delivered to your door. subscribe now PLUS...The Week in Education A short collection of the best of the week's quotes, stories, lists, facts, humour, podcasts and more. AND...this issue's regular features LGBT bullying Teachers can unwittingly contribute to homophobic bullying through a support of gender stereotypes, professor of psychology Dorothy Espelage tells Zofia Niemtus. ‘How I learned to do group work well’ Taking a closer look at the research around collaborative learning led English teacher Jon Eaton to transform his approach to group work. ‘Why I ignore the research’ We need to be cautious in relying too heavily on research about what works for school development, says Chris Dyson – because one size never fits all. Why team-building days are a poor construction How effective are team-building days for school staff? Simon Creasey finds there could be better options for your next Inset day. subscribe now Order your Tes Research series: volume two - just £9.99 Keep up-to-date with this collection of topical research pieces from top education experts and specialists, including: The role of genetics in education Why setting does not work Gender stereotyping in schools Understanding race in education...and much more! order your copy now 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.