Here is a presentation with some fascinating data comparing the uk to other countries
And in case you were wondering about elaboration strategies – here are some examples
http://m.busyteacher.org/6451-7-strategies-for-elaboration.html
Category: Research
What makes great assessment?
Here are some ideas from the experts
The 123ers
“When GCSE results were published all I could think about was the 123ers: the quarter of the student body awarded the lowest grades.”
https://www.ambitionschoolleadership.org.uk/blog/educations-forgotten-pupils/
Working memory
This booklet provides an introduction to working memory and the role it plays in everyday life, especially in supporting learning in school. The learning difficulties commonly faced by children with very poor working memory skills are described, and are illustrated with case studies.
Norton College Teaching and Learning Blog 