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What is a homework diary, and how can it benefit my pupils?
A quick definition Simply put, homework diaries are an organisational tool that allow teachers, students, and parents to keep track...
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The top 3 ways to get your pupils reading for leisure
So, to help you out, we’ve devised a list of the most effective ways of persuading your pupils that reading...
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Wales to put less emphasis on GCSE exams
Educational reformation The qualifications watchdog has reported that new GCSEs for Wales will put less emphasis on exams and aim...
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The benefits and drawbacks of homework
Here at EPSL, we’ve long had our ear to the ground with regards to the ongoing arguments that have surrounded...
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How to prepare your child for their first day of secondary school
Starting secondary school serves as a significant milestone in a child’s life, so it’s no wonder that they can often...
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What does it mean to ‘find common ground’ with your students?
Well, here’s everything you need to know about creating positive student-teacher relationships, and how they can improve learning. Learn about...
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4 effective teaching strategies you can take into the classroom
We’ve reviewed a wide variety of these strategies here at EPSL, and they all have one thing in common...
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Saying well done - the power of praise in the classroom
Here at EPSL, we’ve also been providing high quality school exercise books, personalised exercise books and supplementary reading material to...
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Why is note-taking such an important lifelong skill?
When taking notes in class, your students will require a quality notebook to record them in. That’s where we can...
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How writing down educational goals helps children achieve them
Here’s a quick stat for you: a study by Dr. Gail Matthews, a renowned Dominican University psychology professor, showed that people...
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A quick intro to gamification in the classroom
Gamification is generally viewed as an innovative way of getting children engaged with learning. And the best part? Gamification isn’t...
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4 great ways that teachers can support home learning
So while most of your students are probably spending the majority of their learning physically present in school, from time...
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