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Researchers say understanding the concept of working memory is crucial. But to make a difference in schools, better training, screening, assessments and curricular design are needed, finds Holly Korbey

David Geary developed the theory of primary and secondary knowledge that underpins popular ‘science of learning’ ideas such as cognitive load theory, but is there any evidence for it? Could it become just another fad?

A change in approach to parenting and rising distrust are shifting relationships between parents and schools, finds Holly Korbey

Anecdotally, behaviour in the world’s schools is going downhill – but does the data support this assertion and, if so, why is it happening? Holly Korbey investigates

The great tech fightback in schools is well underway, but Holly Korbey finds that technology’s true impact on education is more nuanced

School music has long been dragged down by teacher shortages, falling uptake and government focus on Stem. But with evidence mounting for the cognitive benefits of music learning, there is more reason than ever to prioritise it, finds Holly Korbey