Literacy Blog
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5 ways to beat the summer slump
Release notes: 14th June
Fostering inclusivity within classrooms, and in our office
Embracing diversity and creating inclusive environments is essential for fostering a sense of belonging that everyone can relate to.
12 Inspiring books that promote diversity and inclusion for KS3 and KS4 learners
12 books that promote diversity and inclusion for KS1 & KS2 learners
Books can encourage empathy, positive self-esteem and healthy relationships.
Word Gap at Transition: supporting learners with the demands of secondary school
The KS2 SATs Reading Paper: Bridging the Gap between Tier 1 and Tier 2 Vocabulary
Improving reading comprehension isn't a simple task that can be solved by merely asking children to read more books. Recent evidence from the Year 6 SATs reading paper, administered on the 10th of May, 2023, underscores the vocabulary and comprehension challenges facing primary and secondary educators.
The rise of AI, ChatGPT & Bard: What does this mean for the future of education and EdTech?
By this point, most people are familiar with ChatGPT and other natural language processing tools like Google's Bard. These tools offer various capabilities, from writing blogs to planning itineraries, and their potential to disrupt the education and EdTech industries is just beginning to surface. We spoke with Aaron Leary, founder of Bedrock Learning and former English teacher, to gather his insights on the matter.
6 tips to reduce exam anxiety in your learners
We all know that exams can be a stressful time for learners - they can feel like the most important thing in the world. The pressure to perform well, combined with the fear of failure, can lead to exam anxiety, which can negatively impact not only your learners’ performance, but also their self-confidence. However, there are ways in which we, as teachers, can help our learners to overcome their anxiety and perform at their best.
Release notes: 11 May
How do SATs assess literacy?
SATs are national tests administered by primary schools in the UK. But how do SATs assess literacy and why are these tests so important for young learners transitioning to secondary school?
BSME Partner Membership
We're pleased to announce that Bedrock Learning is a proud partner member of BSME, British Schools in the Middle East.