Dr Lorna Smith (@pgce_english_br) 's Twitter Profile
Dr Lorna Smith

@pgce_english_br

Associate Prof in Education & PGCE English course leader at Bristol Uni; interested in creativity in English, curriculum policy & teacher agency (and swimming).

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National Association for the Teaching of English (@natefeed) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Welcome to the summer 2024 edition of NATE News. You can download your copy here: bit.ly/NATE-News-July… NATE would like to wish you a restful breakĀ and hope that your students get the grades andĀ future destinations of their choice.

Welcome to the summer 2024 edition of NATE
News. You can download your copy here: bit.ly/NATE-News-July…

NATE would like to wish you a restful breakĀ and hope that your students get the grades andĀ future destinations of their choice.
English Association (@englishassoc) 's Twitter Profile Photo

This ā¬‡ļø is one of the reasons English matters, why the Arts and Humanities matter, and need to be supported as a matter of urgency. Well put,Robert Eaglestone

English Association (@englishassoc) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Everyone who takes part in #PoetryByHeart - students, teachers, teaching assistants, school librarians - gets the gift of a poem that lives in their heart, mouths, and minds forever. It's a brilliant experience. Go and explore the fantastic PBH website now!

Andrew McCallum (@andrewemc) 's Twitter Profile Photo

ā€œHaving an English exam curriculum which has a more diverse base when it comes to the literature studied by our children is a matter of enrichment, engagement and sheer common sense and not one of special pleading.ā€ theguardian.com/education/2024…

Dr Lorna Smith (@pgce_english_br) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Wonderful to see this commitment to the Arts in education - it's early days, but I'm excited to see what happens when Lisa Nandy MP discusses this with Bridget Phillipson so real change in schools can be effected

National Poetry Day (@poetrydayuk) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Laura Mucha on @bbcbreakfast this morning talking about the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDSā„¢ title attempt for largest poetry lesson, taking place on National Poetry Day, Thursday 3rd October! It's free to take part, find out more and register: forwardartsfoundation.org/guinness-world…

Laura Mucha on @bbcbreakfast this morning talking about the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDSā„¢ title attempt for largest poetry lesson, taking place on National Poetry Day, Thursday 3rd October! 
It's free to take part, find out more and register: forwardartsfoundation.org/guinness-world…
Dr Lorna Smith (@pgce_english_br) 's Twitter Profile Photo

It was a privilege - and great fun - to be part of this event, and I look forward to the next steps on the road to GCSE English reform

University of Bristol | School of Economics (@bristoluniecon) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Professor Simon Burgess (Simon Burgess) and Dr Ellen Greaves shed light on the complexities of England’s secondary school admissions rules. Their findings show how fairer policies could open doors for disadvantaged children and drive social mobility. bristol.ac.uk/research/impac…

National Association for the Teaching of English (@natefeed) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The latest edition of NATE News is out now for all English teachers. We have updates on NATE’s successful campaigns and research, plus new articles and team updates, including a farewell to NATE’s director. bit.ly/NATE-News-Autu…. Feel free to share.

The latest edition of NATE News is out now for all English teachers. We have updates on NATE’s successful campaigns and research, plus new articles and team updates, including a farewell to NATE’s director. bit.ly/NATE-News-Autu…. Feel free to share.
Gary Snapper (@gabrielsnapper) 's Twitter Profile Photo

English literature has long been a window into the stories of Empire, migration, and identity. English teachers, we need your insights to understand how these themes are taught today. Take our revised survey (15-20 mins): redcap.idhs.ucl.ac.uk/surveys/?s=99M… #EnglishCurriculum

Barbara Bleiman šŸŽ“ Education is Conversation (@barbarableiman) 's Twitter Profile Photo

This particular figure about a sharp decline 11-14 is v significant. We *have* to know why & do something about it. Of course, smart phones & internet may play a part. But what else? A few ideas to follow.... 1. 1. Relentless focus on reading for 'academic' success & exams....1/