Oracy is a field which matters across every single subject, and the benefits to young students are not only academic, but also stretch to strengthening identity and self-actualisation. The challenge of how we define oracy and assess it in schools is not an easy one, so joining us to discuss the nuances of that challenge on this episode of Brighter Futures are Oracy Cambridge’s Alan Howe, and EDT’s own Dr Nicky Platt and Dr Jim Rogers. This episode covers The broad range of skills encompasse...
Nov 14, 2024
1 hr 6 min
EDT has played a key role in the DfE’s National Tutoring Programme, but what can we learn from its findings about how schools can better support students? Early findings have been very encouraging, and as we share the key benefits of school-based tutoring on Brighter Futures, Tony dives deeper into the topic with our expert panel: ImpactEd Evaluation's Holly Waddell, and EDT's Laura Fox and Fiona Rutherford. This episode covers Evidence that’s been collected on the effectiveness of tutoring...
Oct 23, 2024
46 min
International tests like PISA have played a huge part in evidence-based education reform globally, and there are some fascinating cases to be made for the value of these benchmarks. This episode of ‘Brighter Futures’ features a panel of guests perfectly placed to give us a wider view on the remarkable influence these tests can have for global education. We’re joined by Former Schools Minister Rt. Hon. Nick Gibb, EDT's Dr Richard Churches and CfBT Brunei's Dr Louise Pagden, who can share how...
Oct 2, 2024
54 min
There’s a spotlight in the UK right now on work-related skills, and our investment into equipping people with appropriate skills for life and work is absolutely vital. This week’s expert guests on Brighter Futures have a fantastic overview on the skills area, and more importantly how it can evolve for the better - we’re joined by WEA’s External Relationships Director, Chris Morgan and EDT’s Deputy Director of Skills, Kiri Baxter. Listen as Kiri and Chris share with host Tony McAleavy how we...
Sep 18, 2024
44 min
The climate crisis is arguably top of the agenda globally, but the impacts on education and the work we need to put into resolving such impacts remains understated. With this episode of Brighter Futures, we’re bringing those issues and necessary resolutions to the forefront - join a fantastic panel of Kulima’s Dr Katharine Vincent, and EDT’s Donvan Amenya & Rachael Fitzpatrick, as we highlight the interconnected nature of these challenges, and how best to approach these vital solutions. ...
Aug 8, 2024
45 min
A child’s early years are arguably the most important in the formation of their minds and bodies, so the quality of early years education should be paramount. Whether we have consensus on what is needed for this vital age group, the priority areas of improvement, and how we address inequity of early learning experiences are all conversations at the heart of episode 9 of Brighter Futures. Joining us on this podcast are Gill Jones MBE - Busy Bees Nurseries/ex-Ofsted, Jan Dubiel - Early Childh...
Jul 18, 2024
1 hr 5 min
The learning crisis in many low-income countries demands reform at scale, but how exactly can change be delivered swiftly and successfully? Brookings Institution’s work across recent years has been trailblazing in what it takes to achieve this, and Brad Olsen is able to give key insights into how we deliver such reform in the Global South. Brad joins us alongside EDT’s Elizabeth Ogott and Clare Buntic, as we delve into the ingredients to transformation, teacher buy-in, and togetherness. Th...
May 16, 2024
57 min
Welcome back to the Brighter Futures podcast brought to you by Education Development Trust. On episode 7, host Tony McAleavy is joined by Noelle Buick, Regional Inspections and Accountability Lead, Middle East and Asia and Valerie Dunsford, Deputy Chief Inspector for BSO/ISQM to discuss school improvement through external review. This episode includes: How the inspection of British Schools Overseas works.How the International School Quality Mark operates.Areas of focus and measure...
Dec 21, 2023
39 min
An evidence-based approach to applying research in the education sector is a great grounding for improving practices, but how do we ensure its proper application? Cat Scutt, Emma Gibbs and Dr Richard Churches join us on Brighter Futures to discuss the essential nuances of applying research evidence in the field, both domestically in the UK and internationally. This episode covers Putting research at the heart of teacher professionalismThe importance of ‘intellectual wellbeing’Setting desired ...
Oct 4, 2023
58 min
Creating pathways for young people to bring career aspirations to life is an essential part of their educational journey, and one in which we’re seeing a positive shift. Join us on Brighter Futures this week where we look at the growing initiatives around young people’s pathways with The Careers & Enterprise Company’s Oli de Botton, and Education Development Trust’s Mark De Backer & Wendy Phillips. We hear their fascinating insight on careers education, from NEET-preventative measures...
May 24, 2023
57 min
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