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Research Spotlight: Gamification in Education - How Gaming Can Be Used as a Tool to Drive Student Engagement and Increase Learning Outcomes for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Jessica Wythe (she/her) is a doctorate researcher specialising in Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) at the College of...

Lucie Wheeler
1 day ago4 min read
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Are you Ready for More? RECAP's Brand New Podcast Series Launches This Weekend!
Get ready to hit that subscribe button! We're thrilled to announce the arrival of our brand-new podcast series, RECAP , this weekend!...

Lucie Wheeler
2 days ago3 min read
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Research Spotlight: Embedding Outdoor Learning (OL) into Special School Culture- The Case Of SEND Primary Schools in England.
Shingi Kandi Shingi is a PhD student conducting research on embedding outdoor learning in special schools for pupils with complex,...

Lucie Wheeler
Apr 14 min read
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Research Spotlight - There’s no place like home education: A narrative-based analysis of the personal experiences of work and employment of home educated people
Rachael Barrow is a senior teaching associate, researcher, writer and previously home educated person who has pursued an interest in the...

Lucie Wheeler
Mar 253 min read
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Research Spotlight - Supporting adoptive families: why parents’ mental health matter
My name is Claire Agius, and I’m an Doctoral Researcher in child and parent mental health at Manchester Metropolitan University,...

Lucie Wheeler
Mar 203 min read
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Research Spotlight: ‘FutureDiversity’: a purposeful programme for preparing neurodivergent learners for their future pathways, co-created with Key Stage 4 students.
Dr Poppy Gibson is a Lecturer and researcher in Education whose key interests involve children and young people's psychological...

Lucie Wheeler
Mar 183 min read
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Research Spotlight - Goodbye Mog: How Children's Books Help Explain Loss and Build Emotional Resilience
Rachel Ballantyne is an English teacher and 11+ and 13+ specialist tutor, with 12 years of teaching experience and 10 years in tutoring...

Lucie Wheeler
Mar 133 min read
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Research Spotlight: Supporting Home Educating Families and those with Barriers to School Attendance in Museums and Galleries
Nicky McIntosh, Museum Consultant I have enjoyed participating in the museum sector since 1998 as both a history curator and learning...

Lucie Wheeler
Mar 114 min read
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Unlocking a Child's Potential: Exploring the Reggio Emilia Approach to Early Childhood Education
Nestled in Northern Italy, the city of Reggio Emilia holds a special place in the world of education. It's here that Loris Malaguzzi, an...

Lucie Wheeler
Jan 202 min read
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What is EOTAS and how does it differ from home education?
EOTAS stands for Education Otherwise Than At School. It's an option for young people who are unable to attend mainstream or special...

Lucie Wheeler
Jan 131 min read
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Mainstream Education: What It Is and How It Works
Teacher standing at a white board pointing with 3 students looking Mainstream education is the term used for the education system that...

Lucie Wheeler
Jan 62 min read
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Nurturing the Whole Child: A Look at Steiner Waldorf Education
Imagine a classroom where children aren't just learning math and science, but also how to bake bread, sew a button, and tend a garden....

Lucie Wheeler
Dec 16, 20242 min read
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Forest School: Nurturing Nature-Lovers
What is Forest School? Forest School is more than just a day out in the woods. It's a unique educational approach that promotes child-led...

Lucie Wheeler
Nov 25, 20242 min read
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14-16 Provision: A Non-Traditional Path to Education
What is 14-16 Provision? 14-16 provision offers an alternative educational pathway for young people aged 14-16 who may not thrive in a...

Lucie Wheeler
Nov 18, 20242 min read
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Flexi-Schooling: A Balanced Approach to Education
Flexi-schooling is a unique educational arrangement that combines elements of home education and traditional schooling. By partnering...

Lucie Wheeler
Nov 11, 20242 min read
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Elective Home Education: Exploring Your Options for Educating Your Child at Home
For some parents, the traditional school setting may not be the best fit for their child's individual needs and learning style....

Lucie Wheeler
Nov 4, 20242 min read
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