Writing descriptive texts

Sarah Longshaw leads the Cheshire and Stockport Science Learning Partnership. Here she shares her tips for making science mock marking easier during your training year.

Martin Sutton is the subject leader for Secondary Geography ITT at the University of Reading and a former head of department. Here he shares his ideas for championing fieldwork during your training year.

Comma splices? Misplaced apostrophes? Excessive exclamation marks? Get KS3-5 English students back on track with this selection of spelling, punctuation and grammar resources.

Expert guidance, tips and advice to help you to succeed during your history training year from Will Bailey-Watson, PGCE History Subject Lead at the University of Reading.

Reading comprehension – understanding the meaning of a text – is key to developing the reading skills of all students, and particularly struggling readers at secondary school. Here's a selection of our favourite lesson ideas, comprehension worksheets and classroom resources. 

Dr Gavin Reid is an expert in dyslexia. He shares his top ideas and strategies for working effectively with dyslexic students.

Malcolm Litten is a tutor, trainer and consultant in assistive technology. Here he explores the tools available to help dyslexic students who struggle with writing.

Malcolm Litten, tutor, trainer and consultant in assistive technology, offers advice on a range of free tools to help dyslexic students.

Lorna Smith, Senior Lecturer in Education at the University of Bristol, shares her advice for how to develop a more reflective approach during your training year.