James Barron 
As part of completing your preparation for a class you should conduct a review of literature relating to your area of practice, this is especially important when conducting action research. Literature Relating to an Area of Practice for Action Research “Gamification is a relatively new term, hence there are different existing definitions.” (Stieglitz, Lattemann, Robra-Bissantz, Zarnekow, … Read more
Abstract The Self-Assessment Review (SAR) serves as a critical tool for academic institutions, providing an annual reflection on teaching standards against internal and Ofsted benchmarks. This document delves into the SAR process, emphasising its role in streamlining feedback and enhancing course management and accountability. At its core, SAR ensures that individual course assessments flow upward, … Read more
Quality assurance is the process of measuring progress against requirements or standards. These standards may be created based on previous results and aspirational goals, based on an industry benchmark or a requirement for certification. Quality improvement is the process of using data from the quality assurance process to constantly improve the organisation and meet the … Read more
It is essential to work in partnership with employers and other stakeholders as both can provide major benefits for the education and training available. The first important area is financial, with the addition of the apprenticeship levy, employers are more motivated than ever to make use of the training funds available and train new and … Read more
It is rare for any organisation to work in isolation, there are normally interactions with stakeholders and external bodies, this is especially the case within education and the following are third parties that have a role within the teaching sector: ESFA The Education Skills Funding Agency is responsible for all matters relating to funding within … Read more
Abstract This article delves into the crucial role of professional values in the teaching realm, emphasising integrity, motivation, curriculum expertise, assessment proficiency, and behaviour management. Drawing from personal experiences in the industry, it underscores the importance of modelling professionalism, aligning teaching with industry standards, and ensuring that instructional methods are in sync with student needs … Read more
Abstract This document delves into the concept of professionalism, highlighting the attributes and qualities that typify individuals trained in professional roles. Drawing from various sources, it outlines recognises professions and investigates different models for defining a profession, particularly Millerson’s “Model of Professionalism” and Hoyle’s “Model on Professionality”. Special emphasis is given to the dual roles … Read more
Copyright and intellectual property rights is an important aspect within my area of expertise, it is something that I am passionate about as a software developer, having my work pirated is extremely frustrating and being able to educate from personal experience is very effective, for example, when I hear a student discussing software they have … Read more
It is essential to consider the legal requirements and responsibilities when creating and utilising resources. The primary legal aspect is intellectual property protection which helps you to stop people stealing or copying your resources or work you have created. (Gov.uk, 2013) This protection must also be considered when using resources that you have not created … Read more
Abstract This document provides an exhaustive examination of the importance of policies and procedures in teaching establishments, highlighting how they shape the fabric of educational institutions. It underscores how such policies emerge from broader legislative frameworks, ensuring tailored relevance for specific educational contexts. Key policies covered include the Equality Policy, which champions inclusivity and diversity, … Read more
