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Jo Foster
All articles by Jo Foster
Science practicals need to push experimental boundaries
Using real-world ideas to inspire students can make science practicals far more engaging, says Iris director Dr Jo Foster
Secondary
2 May 2024
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Why research must be at the heart of science education
If the government wants to make us a science superpower, science education needs to focus on research, says Jo Foster
General
22 June 2021
Book review: Motivated Teaching by Peps McCrea
This book offers no silver bullets or magic wands – just plenty of practical classroom strategies for improving pupils’ motivation, says Jo Foster
18 October 2020
‘Schools need to prepare students for the next step’
Students who are leaving this year need online support to help them move into a career or university, writes Jo Foster
21 May 2020