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Still too much testing in schools?
It’s a common complaint from students, teachers, the press, and even the odd politician: there’s...
Understanding low vocabulary scores - Quick Guide for Teachers
Vocabulary is an integral part of learning. So understanding why a child might be scoring low in...
Why do baseline tests assess vocabulary? - Quick Guide for Teachers
Vocabulary is important in every aspect of the curriculum. It gives students foundational knowledge...
How do baseline tests assess vocabulary? - Quick Guide for Teachers
Vocabulary is one of the key building blocks for helping students communicate effectively, but it’s...
What affects educational achievement? - Quick Guide for Teachers
The Quick Guides for Teachers collection have been curated by the research and development team at...
Quick Guide for Teachers: An introduction to baseline tests
Understanding student potential and then providing the opportunities for them to fulfil that...
Giving your Year 7 students a strong start
The transition from Year 6 to Year 7 is a significant milestone for students and their parents. It...
5 quick tips for improving primary student outcomes
Lucy Baker, a CEM assessment advisor and former primary school teacher, hosted a webinar where she...
Striking a balance between student potential and teacher expectations
As a classroom teacher I had many conversations about flight paths and the validity of GCSE target...