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Reflection: looking back to look forward

We have all engaged in reflection, whether as part of our teacher training or as part of our ongoing professional development once in the job. According to Schön (1983) we reflect-in-action, which is reflecting on the situation whilst it can still benefit that situation, and reflect-on-action which is reflecting on how you would do things…>

Tips to help learners prepare for their exams

Exam season is upon us. Learners are now preparing for their exams and their next steps beyond the exams. As teachers, we know how much is at stake for young people, so what can we do to help learners cope with the stress and the feelings of pressure that they may be experiencing? Some practical…>

5 working from home tips for FE professionals

Whether you have a home-based working arrangement or a hybrid one, our working-from-home tips and tools will help you make the most of your time at home. 1. Make the most of the available technology Technology is a crucial resource which can dramatically enhance the learning and support students receive from their colleges. Now is…>

Making Marking Work

Marking comprises a significant part of teachers’ workload. It is an inevitable part of the work we do, but it is an important one. However, its importance is only realised if the purpose of the work being marked is clear to both teachers and students. The biggest issue with marking is that it is time-consuming. The second…>

How to become a College Teacher

Becoming a college teacher can be exciting and worthwhile as you will gradually become equipped with a vast amount of knowledge and skills. College, or further education teachers teach a variety of subjects to learners aged sixteen and over. They also provide work-related education to students aged fourteen to sixteen. As an FE teacher, you…>

Dr Elizabeth Berry – Academic Spotlight Interview

Dr Elizabeth Berry’s academic journey began with a passion for science. She explored various fields that piqued her interest, including the solar system, ecology and plant science. Ultimately, she found her true calling in biomedical research, where she has chosen to build her academic career. Whilst studying and graduating with a PhD from 2018 to…>

Professor Carlo Harvey – Academic Spotlight Interview

This month at jobs.ac.uk, we interviewed Professor Carlo Harvey and discussed all things games!  From an early age, Professor Carlo Harvey had been inspired by the science and technology behind computer games development. This growing interest led Carlo to pursue a degree in computer science at the University of Bristol. Carlo’s final year project, based…>

Professor Eva Lantsoght – Academic Spotlight Interview

Driven by a fascination with bridges as a child, Professor Eva Lantsoght had always wanted to become an engineer. The high level of science and mathematics involved within the field, with an interest in structures, drove her to pursue an academic career that allows her to give back to society and make an impact through…>

Professor Stephen Heard – Academic Spotlight Interview

Professor Stephen Heard is an evolutionary ecologist and entomologist at the University of New Brunswick in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada. Before joining UNB, he was on the faculty at the University of Iowa.  Stephen’s work consists of studies of plants, insects, and the interactions between them.  Most of Stephen’s research has to do with plant-insect…>

Dr Silvia Gullino – Academic Spotlight Interview

Dr. Silvia Gullino’s academic journey began in Italy. Growing up in a medieval town surrounded by churches and buildings inspired Silvia to become an architect and work locally, fulfilling her desire to contribute to the conservation of old structures in a town she loves. While training as an architect, Silvia’s fascination with the city’s scale…>