An MP says the University of Manchester’s guidance on inclusive language is “wokery gone mad”.
Tag: Education
Gavin Williamson on coping with ‘lonely’ leadership
Under-fire Education Secretary Gavin Williamson tells heads how he has dealt with personal pressure.
Competition watchdog investigates children’s social care sector
Low availability, rising costs and concerns about private providers in the sector will be examined.
BBC announces new Bitesize learning plans
The new programmes will help support both pupils and teachers across the UK.
‘Pointy-elbow’ parents emailing teachers to boost exam grades
Head teachers warn of pushy parents lobbying for higher GCSE and A-level grades in cancelled exams.
Magic reveals hidden tactics of politics and marketing
Magicians use “powerful tools” of psychology that could manipulate people in other ways, says study.
Covid-19: False test results ‘ruining’ return to school
Experts and parents criticise approach as reports emerge of pupils incorrectly told they have virus.
Parents urged not to pressure teachers over exam grades
Teachers should not be put under pressure by parents over deciding exam grades, says watchdog.
Coronavirus testing: How to do a lateral flow test at home
Coronavirus lateral flow tests are free and provide a quick result within 30 minutes. But how do you do one?
Back to school after lockdown: Your questions answered
On the day all children in England return to the classroom, join our panel discussion from 19:00 GMT.
Bristol University: Politicians urge action over professor’s comments
More than 100 politicians have signed a letter written to the University of Bristol.
Covid: How pupils feel about their return to school
The BBC speaks to pupils to discover how they feel as they go back to school.