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We must ratchet down the macho language of ‘difficulty’
Today’s students are proving themselves savvy and open-minded, despite the so-called rigour of the new-look A levels
15 August 2019
‘Education needs solutions, Mr Williamson’
Gavin Williamson has a reputation as a tough operator, who kept a tarantula on his desk. But, says Geoff Barton, those in education need to rise above the rumours, and work with him
25 July 2019
What would a world without Sats look like?
There’s been a lot of talk recently about scrapping Sats – so it’s time those in education made a case for something better, says Geoff Barton
15 July 2019
Why Brexit mustn’t mean turning our back on languages
Brexit Party MEPs have embarrassed us with their rudeness. But they’re also reflecting a wilful contempt towards the global community, says Geoff Barton
4 July 2019
What education can learn from the world of football
Football teaches us about social justice – it seeks raw talent, not those from privileged backgrounds, says Geoff Barton
27 June 2019
A-level leaks and our ‘monstrous’ exam system
Our GCSE and A-level system has grown out of all recognition – and social media adds extra pressure, writes Geoff Barton
20 June 2019
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