By Professor Graeme Douglas, Department of Disability Inclusion and Special Needs School of Education, University of Birmingham “Louis Braille invented his eponymous code nearly 200 years ago. The tactile reading and writing system has transformed the lives of many blind people. More recently, computers and the internet have introduced new opportunities for accessing precious information. Braille, … Continue reading “Braille: a powerful practical tool and symbol of empowerment”
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An examination system fit for purpose in the Covid-19 era? Time for real system leadership in education.
By Colin Diamond CBE, Professor of Education Leadership School of Education, University of Birmingham “There is no guarantee that those students about to enter the final year of A level and GCSE studies will have a smooth ride. Partial school closures appear likely and reliance on a 100% final examination is as fanciful as imagining … Continue reading “An examination system fit for purpose in the Covid-19 era? Time for real system leadership in education.”