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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Inclusive teaching is at the heart of high-quality teaching. The EEF's new Guide to Inclusive Teaching offers practical, evidence-informed strategies to help every pupil participate, achieve and thrive. educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk/education-ev...

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Watch this classroom clip to see how activating prior knowledge through the seven-step model supports metacognition, encourages independence, and helps all pupils engage confidently with new learning. bit.ly/4eRJJZg

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Metacognition and Self-Regulated Learning

Activating prior knowledge in the seven-step model.

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

"These videos help teachers to pause, notice and interpret key classroom moments." Check out the new #ClipsFromTheClassroom and see how evidence-informed strategies look in real classrooms. Watch now 🎬 researchschool.org.uk/clips-from-t...

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

🎥 New videos just launched! The Research Schools Network has added more real-world examples to its #ClipsFromTheClassroom collection - designed to support professional development and boost evidence-informed practice. Explore the latest clips 👉 researchschool.org.uk/clips-from-t...

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

🎬 “They give us a shared reference point” Sarah-Louise Johnston, Director of Essex Research School, highlights how Clips From The Classroom can be used by school leaders and teachers. researchschool.org.uk/clips-from-t...

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

🧠 Teachers said the videos helped make abstract ideas, like modelling metacognition, feel tangible and doable. That's the power of using video well in professional development. Explore the stories behind Clips from the Classroom ttps://researchschool.org.uk/clips-from-the-classroom

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

Another great session with St Bart's MAT focussing on embedding evidence-informed principles that underpin effective maths teaching.

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

Working together with St Bart’s schools to collaborate, share practice and use research evidence to improve outcomes in mathematics at Key Stage 2.

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Another great session working with Maths Leads across St Bart’s schools to collaborate and share to improve outcomes in mathematics at Key Stage 2.

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

NEW BLOG!! To read in full, please go to bit.ly/4uaoU12

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 28/03/2026

"I recently observed a Year 2 writing lesson where a pupil confidently declared, “I’ve finished!” after just two sentences. The teacher paused, smiled, and replied, “Finished… or ready to improve?” Read more of this latest blog from Margaret Daly, at bit.ly/4lSwA5y

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Have you heard the latest Evidence into Action podcast? In this episode, co-hosts Alex Quigley and Corinne Settle (EEF’s Teaching and Learning Specialist) discuss the implementation of metacognition strategies. Just go to bit.ly/4b54FLV to listen now!!

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

SIGN UP! SIGN UP!! There's still time to sign up for our FREE online Twilight on 12th March 2026, 3.45 – 4.45pm. Georgina Morrison, ELE at Aspirer Research School, will talk through the EEF Improving Literacy in Key Stage 2 Guidance Report. To sign up just go to bit.ly/4a7eJn7

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

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FREE Twilight - Improving Literacy in Key Stage 2 Guidance Report

How the guidance can be used in practice to support children with Special Educational Needs

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Don't forget to sign up for our FREE online Twilight on 12th March 2026, 3.45 – 4.45pm. Georgina Morrison, ELE at Aspirer Research School, will talk through the EEF Improving Literacy in Key Stage 2 Guidance Report. To sign up just go to bit.ly/4a7eJn7

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FREE Twilight - Improving Literacy in Key Stage 2 Guidance Report

How the guidance can be used in practice to support children with Special Educational Needs

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Our latest newsletter is out now! This edition is all about writing and what helps pupils become confident and capable writers If you already subscribe please check your junk mail folder. see more

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Our latest newsletter is out now! This edition is all about writing and what helps pupils become confident and capable writers If you already subscribe please check your junk mail folder. If you haven’t signed up, don't worry, just go to bit.ly/3w5yKZP to read it there!

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Margaret Daly, Director of the Aspirer Research School, has written a new blog about the updated Guidance Report and why metacognition is still as impactful as ever. Just go to bit.ly/49WuFHn to read all about it!

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

NEW BLOG!! Go to bit.ly/49WuFHn to read all about the new updated Guidance Report and find out why Metacognition is still as impactful as ever!

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

Our termly newsletter is coming soon! It’s packed with information on the latest research, training, and events – sign up now to get your copy at bit.ly/3ONdEpz

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

EXCITING TIMES!! Steve Wheeldon has written a new blog which offers a thoughtful look at implementing metacognitive strategies in practice. Just visit the Aspirer Research School website to read this and any of our previous blogs. researchschool.org.uk/aspirer/news

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Metacognition Guidance Update!!! It's not too late to sign up for a free twilight session on Monday 8th December, 4–5pm, where we will talk you through the updates made to the Metacognition and Self-Regulated Learning guidance report. forms.gle/VurapiZsiC9k...

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

Metacognition Guidance Update!!! Please join us on Monday 8th December, 4–5pm, for a free twilight session where we will talk you through the updates made to the Metacognition and Self-Regulated Learning guidance report. forms.gle/VurapiZsiC9k...

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

NEW BLOG ALERT!! Treat yourself to Steve Wheeldon’s latest blog, which offers a thoughtful look at implementing metacognitive strategies in practice. Available in the Aspirer Research School Autumn 2 Newsletter - bit.ly/3w5yKZP

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

6/6- Explore the updated guidance and start embedding evidence into your classroom: 🔗 educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk/education-ev...

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Metacognition and Self-regulated Learning

Apply metacognitive strategies in the classroom.

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

5/6 - Alongside the updated guidance, the Education Endowment Foundation has published 3 practical classroom tools: 🧠 Metacognitive strategies 💬 Promoting metacognitive talk 🧩 Scaffolding pupils’ use of metacognitive strategies Scroll down on the metacognition guidance page to find them!

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 16/11/2025

4/6- ✨ What’s new? Updated classroom examples and tools, explainer boxes on common misconceptions, and practical strategies to help teachers develop pupils’ metacognition. Lots to explore

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

2/6 – The new report draws on evidence from 355 studies, strengthening the rigour and practical relevance of the EEF’s recommendations. 🧩 Core messages remain 🗣️ Stronger focus on metacognitive talk 💬 New examples, tools, and classroom strategies

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

1/6 - The Education Endowment Foundation has released updated guidance on metacognition & self-regulated learning - one of its most widely used evidence resources. Explore the update here: 🔗 educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk/education-ev...

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

🚨 Coming soon: Updated guidance on metacognition & self-regulated learning from the Education Endowment Foundation! Packed with practical strategies, new tools, and classroom examples to help your pupils plan, monitor and evaluate. 📅 Launching 13th Nov 2025

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

Not long now!!! The Aspirer Research School newsletter is on the way! It’s packed with information on the latest research, training, and events – sign up to get your copy bit.ly/3ONdEpz

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

You heard it!! The Aspirer Research School Newsletter is in production!! It’s packed with information on the latest research, training, and events – sign up to get your copy bit.ly/3ONdEpz

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

Want to find out more about moving teaching practice towards the evidence? Sign up to our newsletter and receive news and updates from the Research Schools Network Go to: bit.ly/3ONdEpz

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

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Blackpool Research School @blackpoolrs.bsky.social · 21/09/2025

CLASSROOM CLIP OF THE WEEK Have you seen the @rs_network Clips from the Classroom? Every week we spotlight a clip of a school putting evidence into practice. This week it's @aspirerrs.bsky.social focusing on providing targeted vocabulary instruction in every subject. buff.ly/KhrsrF9

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Aspirer Research School @aspirerrs.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

Explore the free new EEF Guide to the Pupil Premium: tinyurl.com/bdw6u73b

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