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Zoe Enser
Zoe Enser
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3 ways live modelling revolutionised my students’ writing
Writing long responses was always an issue for students, says Zoe Enser, until live modelling bridged the gap between knowing and showing
Secondary
16 December 2024
Pens
Ofsted judging teachers? Here we go again...
The news that Ofsted is proposing inspecting teaching as a standalone category is unwelcome in the sector, and for very good reason, argues Zoe Enser
General
18 November 2024
Ofsted judging teachers? Here we go again...
Why schools would benefit from fewer English lessons
The subject is vital and right to be prioritised, says English specialist Zoe Enser, but it is still given too much time on the curriculum
Secondary
21 October 2024
Why schools would benefit from fewer English lessons
Scripted lessons: explicit equity or every teacher’s nightmare?
Supporters say they cut workload and improve consistency, but could no-deviation scripts actually work in classrooms?
Secondary
6 October 2024
Maths teacher reading from script
Everyone’s talking about oracy, but can we cut through the noise?
A curriculum for spoken language is on the way, so we should take the opportunity to really explore how we talk in our subjects, says Zoe Enser
General
23 September 2024
Everyone’s talking about oracy, but can we cut through the noise?
4 ways to deal with being micromanaged
Is micromanagement preventing you from doing your best work? Here, one teacher shares her advice on how to improve your working relationship with your line manager
Staff Management
10 April 2024
Micromanaged ARCHIVED